50 Best Sports Bars in Chicago

“I’ve had my share of good waitresses before, but I was blown away by the service provided by Tori. She frequently checked in on our table, making sure we were adequately hydrated throughout the World Cup. She brought our drinks in a timely manner too! Was Tori born to waitress? I can’t say for sure, but she excels in the role and Parlay-Lincoln Park is lucky to have her!“

“A buttery, crunchy crust loaded with chunky tomato sauce and layers of gooey cheese and sausage. It’s a fork-and-knife kind of meal—and worth every bite. Heavy but incredibly flavorful.“

“I love this American restaurant, the food is delicious, satisfying and enjoyable. I especially love the burgers and fries, they are freshly made and very authentic. In addition, the environment here is also very comfortable and spacious, which makes people feel very relaxed and happy. The waiters are also very friendly and welcoming, they always greet guests with a smile and provide many useful tips and recommendations. All in all, this is a very good American restaurant and I will come here often to enjoy the food and time.“

“Went with a group of friends celebrating a birthday and the staff were amazing!! Paul was so nice and social with our whole group! I definitely rate this place 5/5 and plan on stopping anytime I’m in the city!! Thanks again for all of the hospitality!“

“Cocktails and draft beer were great. We went for a special PWHL event and it was packed and loud but I still got drinks in a reasonable time. The outdoor patio was a great choice for us as it was a little quieter but the shelter covering half the patio made it loud out there too. The trex booth seating were also nice.“

“This past weekend we celebrated my wife’s 40th birthday at Draft bar and it was an awesome night! Service with a smile and great atmosphere made for a special night! My wife and I would encourage everyone looking for a great space to party like we just did to do it here! The shot ski is a definite plus as well as the front patio! Looking forward to many more parties here! Cheers 🍻“

“Great local restaurant with ties to the community, excellent cocktails and delicious food. The owners are invested in having a quality place and constantly seem to be improving the cocktails and food. Awesome wings too! Can't wait to come for football season!“

“Such a great place! Had so much fun. Highly recommend.“

“Best soccer pub in the Midwest, maybe the country. Can’t beat the world-wide coverage, the beer and drinks menu, the food quality, and the great service. No one has this combination. That’s why Hudson’s is the official home pub of the Chicago Hammers. They know and care for the game and its supporters, and not just the so-called big six.“

“Very nice comfortable place“

“Came into town just to watch Euros at this bar. Brian and the crew were outstanding bartenders!“

“YASSSSSSS! Perfect cocktails, delicious! 🍸amazing service!“

“5 Iron Loop is a wonderful golf simulation center located in the heart of Chicago. With an attentive staff great Trackman simulators, good food and drink and a pleasant atmosphere to for a brief moment during the day get away from the office or out of the rain or the snow and put yourself on a golf course somewhere else in the world.“

“Looking forward to visiting again 😊😊“

“Just a great place, everything is very affordable and the food is banging! Joel was our server and he was fantastic, very knowledgeable about the menu and just a good dude. Would definitely recommend coming here for a brew or a good ole burger“

“A legendary local bar in making.....great vibe...and has different nights that include live music..and Fyi the dj spins vinyl on certain Saturday nights ..also great place to watch your favorite Chicago sports team... definitely one of my favorite places...to go with friends....a bar you can go to alone and end making friends with other locals in the area...also they have a pool table...that is well taken care of ..so if ya like pool...this place is great to meet other players..“

“i’m writing this review as i’m still sitting in the booth because it was just THAT good.

i ordered the french onion burger with the regular fries on the side, and let me tell you i haven’t had a burger check every box like this one. the garlic aioli was the perfect amount of flavor to complement the caramelized onions. the bun was seemingly buttered and fluffy. and the fries!! they had a flakey salt with not one fry left unsalted. they were also thin and crispy to perfection.

the service was great and every staff member was always smiling. i never write reviews but this one felt very necessary. 5 stars from me!“

“other reviews were spot on. wonderful bar in basement with european neighborhood vibe going on. great looking patio at street level and great food service from associated restraurant at street level. my new go to bar for pre-party for united center events“

“Great atmosphere for World Cup game Mexico England. Good Food. Great service. But I was a bit surprised by tip % on payment nachine starting at 20%. Essentially, choice offeted on payment terminal is 20, 22 and 24%! I had to insert custom because it is a steep choice. Would have preferred 18, 20, 22%.“

“We live towards the Rockford, Il area but never ever miss an opportunity to visit. I get the Italian beef pizza and my friend gets the polish sausage and sour kraut pizza. TO DIE FOR!!! Love love love ❤️“

“Great food and great service all around! Came from Michigan for a visit and will order again before we leave. Highly recommend!!“

“Came into this pub looking for a stiff drink and maybe a fella with a pension and low standards, and brother, this place delivered. The lighting is dim enough to hide the crow’s feet but bright enough to spot a wedding ring from across the bar. Exactly how I like it.“

“Me and my friends felt so safe thanks to Megg.
We had an issue with some dudes at the bar, and Megg helped us out and those guys got kicked out immediately after reporting.
The best deal is getting the pass for the turtle races. they do start about an hour after listed time for the race, but you can drink before the scheduled time. it is $40/person for unlimited drinks.
The bartender who kept the turtles was so nice and let us take pictures with the turtles.
Best part about my trip to chicago!“

“Prosciutto was delicious - compliments to the chef. Music was quite loud and table was quite wet but we made do. What really stood out was the exceptional service. If Samantha isn’t the best server in Chicago then I don’t know who is!!“

“This is the best sports bar to catch a game. High energy! Very friendly staff! Incredibly busy tonight, but the team was doing their best to make sure we were taken care of.
The owner Izzy Idonije was there tonight too. We love this place! Will be back for game 4!“

“11/10!! The staff worked so hard during a busy World Cup match. Lugo was awesome - communicating with everyone and keeping things orderly so everyone could enjoy despite it being a busy night. Sophie is such a hard worker and provided super attentive service! Great vibes all
around!“

“WOW! I cannot recommend this place enough! From the amazing drinks and food, to the friendly and attentive staff! Kelley is such an asset to First Draft, she recommended great food options, and remembered our drinks from the day before. She greeted us with the biggest smile, and made sure we were taken care of like family. Such an A++ employee - give her a raise!“

“Gracie’s is the perfect neighborhood spot to have a cold brew with your friends! Popcorn and darts just add to the lively atmosphere. However, the best part of Gracie’s is when Danny is behind the bar! He pours the perfect Guinness and is just a joy to be around, definitely stop by Gracie’s, you won’t regret it!“

“Thanks so much for a great night! Atmosphere was on point for UFC. Service and food were excellent and all around great value. Thanks to the staff who made the night even better. Special thank you to the young man with great hair and the front doorman for making a great night even better.“

“A really nice place to get some fun practice in. We were just walking by to see what it looked like and Devin gave us a free 30 minute voucher. We’ll be sure to stop back in the next time we’re in Chicago as while as check out your Cincinnati location!“

“We had two alumni events at Sully's recently and they exceeded our expectations. They opened up early for a morning tournament game and brought in extra staff. The drinks & from od and coordination were excellent. The only issues were from Michigan fans who didn't represent well and got outspent and embarrassed by their behavior.“

“Great local spot for wings, pizza, beers, music & vibes. Staff it great. It does get pretty busy or packed some times so having patience is key if you are going in hangry. Overall a great selection if you want the neighborhood bar outing.“

“Krissy was such an amazing, caring, professional and kind person.
She really cares for the customers and attend with caring.
I strongly recommend this Pub. 👍
The fries 🍟 were so good 👍.
Thank you Krissy for your kindness 🙏.“

“This is a very nice spot for hanging out with friends,or solo.
Parking is ok.Has a dj.Great music.Drinks are great also. I had a tequila and cranberry.
They also have a kitchen.Smells good n taste good. I had a small gizzard mal sauce.I Had a great time.“

“Great Staff and food! Tables are nice, very nice clean private bathrooms and awesome environment to hang out or just chill.“

“Watched the World Cup Final here with a semi-large group of friends (party of 8). I emailed asking about reservations for a table and within ~24 hours it was set. Great drinks and food. The people were super nice (both the staff and other patrons)! This place had the perfect vibes I was looking for to enjoy a big game, thank you WGT“

“Friendly bartender . It was so funny“

“Headquarters offers an amazing experience for a night out. The aesthetic is everything you’d expect-retro and laid back, with lots to do. Best part? Mostly free games. Their cocktail menu was top tier and staff were helpful. Can’t recommend enough! If you’re looking for something to do, pay em a visit.“

“Such a great experience having dinner and drinks this evening. They absolutely nailed GREAT customer service. The food and drinks were excellent. Highly recommend.“

“Edelweiss is a pure gem and is THE best bar in Chicago. Laid back, friendly and a timeless classic former shift bar that now hosts a good mix of lively people. I’ve met one of my best friends in the city at this bar, spent birthdays, happy and sad moments here and the staff is just phenomenal. Olga is my favorite bartender in Chicago who has an incredible heart and makes you feel at home. Alex, who handles the karaoke machine is the best to sing your heart out with. I always bring out of town visitors, friends and loved ones here all the time, and is my space in the city. Businesses like this are the real soul of this city and in hard times and good times alike, they keep the city going…Have a Lvivske blonde and a Zubrowka in the front where you can mingle and sing, play billiards in the back, and have your intimate conversations in the really nice patio ;)“

“Literally just had the best experience with one of the best bartenders I’ve ever met. ❤️ Extremely helpful, cheerful, fun, kind and attentive. Thank you so much Renee! So much!“

“I like going to murphys every time I'm in Chicago.“

“🥰This place was great. We had a work party of 25 people. The food and the drink flowed amazingly. The dinner was great and no issues KUDO to the staff Bartender EDE and servers.“

“When our daughter chose your place for her birthday dinner we were skeptical. From the time we walked in until hours later we enjoyed every minute. The service and food were great. Thank you!“

“Very friendly place I love places like this had a great time and was well takin care of love it excellent environment“

“Came here for the second time to grab drinks and this visit I found out that it’s black owned. Both visits the service and hospitality was amazing! This time I was able to get a plate of wings and let me tell you.. the best wings I’ve had in this area. I was well taken care of by the server and partial owner. The
music was good as well, I’ll definitely be back!“

“Wonderful service, great food, and wonderful cocktails!“

“My friend celebrated her birthday there, it was okay I mean the club is a great vibe but the staff didn't make us feel all that welcomed, they just started at us most of the time but when other ppl came in they were attentive there's a man that walks around very intrusively looking at your table for I guess garbage and just tak6e it off the table no excuse me or waiting until you're done with your food, I didn't purchase any food I just had a long island ice tea which was watered down 👎🏾. The best thing was the DJ JE IS AWESOME 😎👍🏾✌🏾🫶🏾 FR 📢 I WOULDNT HAVE A PAETY THERE BUT TO EACH THEIR OWN I RESPECT THAT. AT THE LIKE 15 MINUTES TILL OUR ENDING TINE AR 10BPM THEY STARTED HOVERING AROUND ALMOST LIKE PUSHING US OUT IR REMINDING US OF OUR TIME I JUST DIDNT LIKE IT THE CUSTOMER SERVICE IS NOT GOOD AT ALL THEY ALL NEED TO BE CRITIQUED ON HOW TO BE MIRE FRIENDLY ESPECIALLY WITH THEIR PRICES FR.“

“New owner’s are friendly. Staff is great New menu is awesome. Just a great place to hang out!!!“

“I really like Four Shadows. The bar has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. It is a great place to watch sports because there are many TVs and a lively crowd. The food is tasty, especially the wings, the spicy chicken wrap, and the sweet potato tots. The drinks menu is good, with a variety of beers and cocktails. The staff are very nice and attentive, making you feel at home. The bar has a strong sense of community, and you can tell the owner cares about the customers. It can get busy during game days, but that makes the experience even more exciting. Overall, Four Shadows is a fun place to relax, enjoy good food, and watch your favorite teams. I will definitely come back again.“