Very pleasant staff, and an interesting concept. There's a nice quiet area in the back, or a more rowdy area at the front. It only provides plastic cups (which is understandable) so bare that in mind
Alex D
Fun place to try a little of each drink. It's really easy to just stop in and out, as you've only got to check in once and then just place the card they give you in a pre-tip calculated bin.I wish perhaps there wasn't a 10$ minimum on cards, however I understand why it's there. Another nice feature would perhaps be to be able to pre-load a card or something, i.e. load it with 20$ minus an automatic 4$ tip or something, so that way I could just pay with cash when I walk in and still use a card.
Hansol Lee
Fun concept, but beware of an extra charge on your statement. I saw that there were two charges to my bank account--one was the right amount and the other was $20. I wasn't sure what the latter was for, so I called Tapster three times to sort this out.Two of the times, I was told that this was an account hold charge, which should remove itself after a day or so. They told me to call back if it goes through, so that they can provide a refund. I waited almost a week, only to find out that the $20 went through. I called back for the third time, and this time, I was told that they can't really do much about it. Something about Toast not allowing their management to refund the $20 from their end. From multiple conversations, it sounded like this was not the first time that this has happened. A shame that a fun experience was marred by the extra charge.Also, be aware that if you check out by dropping off your "beer card" on the depositories mounted on the wall, you only get three options for tip, with the least being 18%. I don't mind tipping; but I do mind the establishment limiting my freedom to choose how much to tip. Just something to be aware of if you want to go here.
Jennifer Rodriguez
Place is pretty cool and has lots of options of different types of beers! Was very busy towards the end of the late would recommend to get here around 8pm to beat the crowd. Place gives you a card to use for drink machines just ask the bar!
John Doe
This is a interesting concept, but I think your better off going to a normal bar. We came for a few drinks and the bar itself was nice they have games to board games to play as well as a few on the walls. The issue I had was the pricing, everything by the OZ. So a beer you might pay $5 or $6 for at a normal bar could be $7 $8 or more here and that adds up easily through the night. As someone that doesn't use a tap often it can also be a little hard sometimes to get a good pour.
Brenda Watrach
Rebecca, Matt, and her team were awesome to work with for my school‘s holiday party. Their semi-private space is beautiful!
Padma A.
I really like the concept and the space is managed well.... I like that you can play board games and have casual fun with friends as late as you want.
Jamie Bonnema
The only reason why I'm giving this place 2 stars instead of 1 is because it's at least kept clean and is pretty modern/up-to-date. But just because a bar is cute and trendy doesn't mean it's going to earn my business again.There is a very limited number of drinks here for being a self-service bar. The only pilsner on tap gave me a glass half full of foam that I was charged $9.00 for. Did I mention it's SELF service but that you're REQUIRED to give a 20% tip? You serve yourself in plastic cups, not even glasses.Passive aggressive signs line the walls in the ladies bathroom that basically say, "We have really bad plumbing and if you over flush and clog our toilets we're going to be angry at you." But don't worry, they added smiley face emojis to try and soften their tone.One "server?" "Barteneder?" Who is never behind the bar when you actually need something.There are other self service bars out there who got this concept right. I'd skip this place an opt to spend your money elsewhere.
Amit V.
Interesting concept if you're into tasting different beers and ciders and wines. Good place to meet and play board games. Just know it is not a standard bar where they serve and clean up after you. It's all self serve and it you'll end up paying a bit more for the drinks, but the selection is a huge plus.
Hannah B.
This place is a huge rip off. Most of the drinks I tried (I tried roughly 6-8, just a few sips of each) were completely flat. I probably had about 10-12 oz of liquid total. I was there for a birthday party and the area that was sectioned off was tiny and uncomfortable to fit such a large group, we were all on top of each other and it felt claustrophobic. When I left I was instructed to put the card back in a badly lit container which I now know was for 20% tip. I am happy to leave a tip but that felt like quite a bit more than I find fair, especially after having most of my tasters come out flat, and the bartender was hanging out on a barstool and working on a laptop and there was no interaction with them besides when I first entered and they gave me the card. In total I saw my credit card was charged for $18, I felt quite shocked and conned by the experience. I barely had anything to drink at all, and most of it was gross.
Fun spot to grab some drinks with friends! It's pour your own, and they give you a card linked to your credit card to pay as you pour. The price depends on how much you pour, so you can control how much you spend and try as many drinks as you'd like. Love being able to try a little bit of a few different drinks. Their cocktail kegs were empty when we went, which was a bummer. The space is pretty big and great for parties or large groups to hang out. Will definitely be back!
Eduardo Guardia
Very fun concept, where you pay by the ounce and pour your own drink. It's nice to be able to try a few beers/ciders on tap. They also have wine in their selection. I wish their cocktail options were available as well when I went, but I'll be back to check those out. They offer a variety of board games too. Overall, a nice and chill place to go hang out with friends.
Hannah Meert
Service was very welcoming! Love their trivia night. The express checkout is super convenient if there’s a line
Julia McMahon
Very good beers and huge selection. Nice workers too and lots of fun game options
Mav R.
I've been to Tapster Wicker Park a few times now and it's always a fun time for me and my friends. We all travel for work and Tapster has been our go to spot for drinks and pool. The overall atmosphere is great, the place is inviting and aesthetically pleasing, and the staff have ALWAYS been warm and attentive. Shout out to Rebecca and Kyle for always taking care of us.
Very pleasant staff, and an interesting concept. There's a nice quiet area in the back, or a more rowdy area at the front. It only provides plastic cups (which is understandable) so bare that in mind
Fun place to try a little of each drink. It's really easy to just stop in and out, as you've only got to check in once and then just place the card they give you in a pre-tip calculated bin.I wish perhaps there wasn't a 10$ minimum on cards, however I understand why it's there. Another nice feature would perhaps be to be able to pre-load a card or something, i.e. load it with 20$ minus an automatic 4$ tip or something, so that way I could just pay with cash when I walk in and still use a card.
Fun concept, but beware of an extra charge on your statement. I saw that there were two charges to my bank account--one was the right amount and the other was $20. I wasn't sure what the latter was for, so I called Tapster three times to sort this out.Two of the times, I was told that this was an account hold charge, which should remove itself after a day or so. They told me to call back if it goes through, so that they can provide a refund. I waited almost a week, only to find out that the $20 went through. I called back for the third time, and this time, I was told that they can't really do much about it. Something about Toast not allowing their management to refund the $20 from their end. From multiple conversations, it sounded like this was not the first time that this has happened. A shame that a fun experience was marred by the extra charge.Also, be aware that if you check out by dropping off your "beer card" on the depositories mounted on the wall, you only get three options for tip, with the least being 18%. I don't mind tipping; but I do mind the establishment limiting my freedom to choose how much to tip. Just something to be aware of if you want to go here.
Place is pretty cool and has lots of options of different types of beers! Was very busy towards the end of the late would recommend to get here around 8pm to beat the crowd. Place gives you a card to use for drink machines just ask the bar!
This is a interesting concept, but I think your better off going to a normal bar. We came for a few drinks and the bar itself was nice they have games to board games to play as well as a few on the walls. The issue I had was the pricing, everything by the OZ. So a beer you might pay $5 or $6 for at a normal bar could be $7 $8 or more here and that adds up easily through the night. As someone that doesn't use a tap often it can also be a little hard sometimes to get a good pour.
Rebecca, Matt, and her team were awesome to work with for my school‘s holiday party. Their semi-private space is beautiful!
I really like the concept and the space is managed well.... I like that you can play board games and have casual fun with friends as late as you want.
The only reason why I'm giving this place 2 stars instead of 1 is because it's at least kept clean and is pretty modern/up-to-date. But just because a bar is cute and trendy doesn't mean it's going to earn my business again.There is a very limited number of drinks here for being a self-service bar. The only pilsner on tap gave me a glass half full of foam that I was charged $9.00 for. Did I mention it's SELF service but that you're REQUIRED to give a 20% tip? You serve yourself in plastic cups, not even glasses.Passive aggressive signs line the walls in the ladies bathroom that basically say, "We have really bad plumbing and if you over flush and clog our toilets we're going to be angry at you." But don't worry, they added smiley face emojis to try and soften their tone.One "server?" "Barteneder?" Who is never behind the bar when you actually need something.There are other self service bars out there who got this concept right. I'd skip this place an opt to spend your money elsewhere.
Interesting concept if you're into tasting different beers and ciders and wines. Good place to meet and play board games. Just know it is not a standard bar where they serve and clean up after you. It's all self serve and it you'll end up paying a bit more for the drinks, but the selection is a huge plus.
This place is a huge rip off. Most of the drinks I tried (I tried roughly 6-8, just a few sips of each) were completely flat. I probably had about 10-12 oz of liquid total. I was there for a birthday party and the area that was sectioned off was tiny and uncomfortable to fit such a large group, we were all on top of each other and it felt claustrophobic. When I left I was instructed to put the card back in a badly lit container which I now know was for 20% tip. I am happy to leave a tip but that felt like quite a bit more than I find fair, especially after having most of my tasters come out flat, and the bartender was hanging out on a barstool and working on a laptop and there was no interaction with them besides when I first entered and they gave me the card. In total I saw my credit card was charged for $18, I felt quite shocked and conned by the experience. I barely had anything to drink at all, and most of it was gross.
Restaurantji Recommends
Fun spot to grab some drinks with friends! It's pour your own, and they give you a card linked to your credit card to pay as you pour. The price depends on how much you pour, so you can control how much you spend and try as many drinks as you'd like. Love being able to try a little bit of a few different drinks. Their cocktail kegs were empty when we went, which was a bummer. The space is pretty big and great for parties or large groups to hang out. Will definitely be back!
Very fun concept, where you pay by the ounce and pour your own drink. It's nice to be able to try a few beers/ciders on tap. They also have wine in their selection. I wish their cocktail options were available as well when I went, but I'll be back to check those out. They offer a variety of board games too. Overall, a nice and chill place to go hang out with friends.
Service was very welcoming! Love their trivia night. The express checkout is super convenient if there’s a line
Very good beers and huge selection. Nice workers too and lots of fun game options
I've been to Tapster Wicker Park a few times now and it's always a fun time for me and my friends. We all travel for work and Tapster has been our go to spot for drinks and pool. The overall atmosphere is great, the place is inviting and aesthetically pleasing, and the staff have ALWAYS been warm and attentive. Shout out to Rebecca and Kyle for always taking care of us.