50 Best Beer Bars near Elmwood Park

“Very nice place. Great service,respectful bartenders..“

“We have an amazing time every time we go there. We enjoy taking one of our bikes, muscle cars, antique cars etc for a night out, and going for great food and entertainment. The bartender is absolutely fantastic! He remembers what we drive, hobbies etc. It’s just an all around great place to go. The burgers are just absolutely fantastic. And you can’t beat the Monday special. Try the seasoned fries!“

“Our server was amazing! Had a wonderful time ❤️“

“Always an excellent time and welcoming atmosphere.“

“A must see if you go to Chicago. Burgers are the best in the city. Great vibes.“

“Busy brewery somewhat off the beaten path. I had not had a chance to make out here previously but specifically made the trip. Busy dog and kid family brewery, the neighborhood seemed to be out to enjoy themselves on an early weekend evening. We found room at the bar and had a couple of drinks. I enjoyed the pils and lager I had. Both were clean and easily drinkable. It was fairly loud with dogs and families but we were still able to converse comfortably. Staff was friendly and attentive.“

“Fabulous as always A Chicago go to for me“

“Everything about this gem is amazing. The food was delicious. They had a great selection of drinks and cocktails to choose from. If you catch Santana who is a bartender there, he’s super friendly and knowledgeable- as is the whole staff. Modelo on Tap is also just an awesome homage to have for the community.“

“You truly cannot go wrong at Rootstock. I’ve never had a single item on their ever-rotating menu that wasn’t incredible. You can always count on their service, food, and wine to be absolutely on point. Whether dining solo at the bar, out with friends, or on a date - it’s the perfect spot for a cozy dinner.“

“I had the mac and cheese with the steak on top absolutely divine🤍“

“Came here for a birthday party. I guess you can rent space for a private event. There was plenty of seating - both tables with chairs and high tables where you stand. It's a cozy neighborhood bar. Outside seating was still available for the public to use. The collection of beer was pretty good. The staff were very friendly and attentive. They make pretty thin crust pizzas.“

“Amazing place and the staff are awesome“

“Fantastic food, wide assortment of drinks, friendly and knowledgeable staff, excellent ambience. One of my favorite places in the city.“

“My first time here (new to Chicago) saw High on Fire and Negative Approach. Sounded great! Great staff, great room for music, hope to return many many more times!“

“The perfect bar, I fear. I can’t believe I have ANY pictures in this place because I’m always just talking to someone or playing pool or queueing up songs on the jukebox. There’s something about this place that you can’t really take a picture of: the people are always friendly and chill, you can tell it has a low staff turnover rate, the food is ALWAYS good. This is the kind of bar which would be the ultimate muse for a poet from the 1800s. My one drink photo is an espresso martini that was made with love, but know that they put just as much love into every beer they pour. It just isn’t as instagrammable.“

“We tried Gaia for the first time on Mother’s Day and were pleasantly surprised by how wonderful the entire experience was. From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The service was fantastic; the staff was attentive, never letting our drinks go empty, and every course was timed perfectly.

The food was incredible, and every bite was delicious. The bruschetta was perfectly prepared, the Alfredo sauce was rich, creamy, and cheesy, and the chocolate fudge cake drizzled with strawberry sauce was absolutely to die for.

If you’re looking for a charming Italian restaurant for a night out with friends, family, or someone special, I highly recommend giving Gaia a try!“

“5 Stars ⭐️ amazing food, highly recommend“

“Attended an event here! The staff were incredible, clean and accessible. Kid and dog friendly! We had a fabulous time and can't wait to return for another event! Thanks for everything!“

“A great place to meet friends and see Drag Queens every other month“

“Very nice and friendly bartenders. They are very good at making any kind of drinks.“

“The food is amazing and portions are on point. My favorite is the stewed chicken.“

“A dive bar? With Bourbon County on tap? Rabbits could be Moe's tavern right out of the Simpsons, but don't let that fool you. No Duff's here, but there is always a better than average and sometimes exceptional tap lineup for beer geeks. But don't let the secret out that you can get the full BCBS experience here in the fall without the crowd.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
As someone from Taxco, I can truly say this place has 100% authentic Taxco flavor. The trompico is the best, the shrimp tacos are delicious, and the elote is amazing.

My favorite drinks are the guava margarita and the micheladas both are so good! I highly recommend this place. 🌮🍹“

“Love this place❤️so welcoming great drinks,great prices, the environment is so awesome everyone is sooooo nice. They also have banda days which are so much fun. And you guys have to come visit Liz she makes the best drinks hands down. Definitely recommend this bar.“

“Lovely place for a cocktail, conversation and live music. Lots of seating options so you can get as close or far to the music as you’d like. Bartenders do a great job creating original craft cocktails with seasonal options. Service was exceptional“

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

“Great service! Tacos were worth the $2.50 and then some. Great people, really appreciate the effort.“

“Navigator Taproom is a great place to hang with friends and such a great concept with the self pour taps! The owners are great and down to earth, we love spending time here!“

“At the last moment I decided to check out this live music event at Os Tap Tavern and it was the best decision I made all weekend!
It was a great spot to watch Michigan State defeat Illinois U and I discovered a great new band Going Down South
What a gem
Keep up the good work Chicago 🍻“

“What great food! What nice people! Can’t wait to go back.“

“I discovered R Public House when Honeybear Cafe had a 2 hour wait this Sunday. So grateful I heard about R Public, and got a fantastic window table right away. The service was fantastic, the food excellent, the prices reasonable. They have beautiful outdoor seating as well. This is a wonderful Roger's Park gem, with an eclectic menu, artsy/homey pub vibe, and a quiet location on a street with no car traffic.“

“Very nice people, very knowledgeable of wine, they also serve wine by the glass and have tastings on Saturdays, we can’t wait to go back“

“Popped into Toby's this evening. My first bar on my first visit to the USA, and boy did I pick a good one. The service was excellent, Janet and Ashley were extremely welcoming. The vibe was relaxed and the regular clientele all seemed friendly too. Drinks were very reasonably priced. I hope to visit again very soon!“

“We always know we’ll have a wonderful time at Tannins. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the service team is attentive and friendly, and the wine selection is exceptional. Their wine club is a fantastic value, offering great perks at a very reasonable price. Tannins is our go-to spot for a relaxed and enjoyable evening. Highly recommend!

Gregg & Kim“

“Social Junkie is one the top 3 best bars in the dunning area. I’ve been coming here since they rebranded and it’s always been a fun time! Great drink selections and their food is outstanding. I’ve tried a couple of different items from their menu over the years and I recently got their Parma burger and fries. They were both delightful and it’s one of the best burgers I’ve had in a long time. I can’t explain it, but the taste was so unique and also very affordable compared to other bar and grills in the city. It’s a worth a visit when you are in the dunning area!“

“We had The Double stuffed to the brim with friends and family to celebrate our wedding and it was an absolute blast! Henry and his staff made the whole experience seamless. They gave us a wonderful night full of good drinks and endless karaoke. Highly recommend for your next party.“

“Great Food and sports ambiance. Can’t beat the owner’s vision for this place. He succeeded.“

“there is a fantastic rock and roll brunch menu. the service is excellent. and I can highly recommend the Long Island Iced Teas.“

“Was there a day ago had a few drinks 🍹 Andy the man such a cool guy 👏🏼 honestly recommend 💯% very peaceful place to have a drink and chill 🤗“

“Come check out these wild wings. delicious a variety of flavors.“

“Awesome place. Good food, good beer list and great bartenders!“

“Wow, Kow is a great place to get some Korean bbq. I've been to many Korean bbq to include in Korea. I like Kow. Very modern cool feel to the place. Now I've only been here during slow early hours but the food is the same I'm sure. They have a small ramen bar to get you started if you want, but maybe hold some space for the rest. We had the dinner meal and it had everything we could want and more. Did I say all you can eat? We ate too much, but left happy. If you don't know Korean bbq, you Grill your own food so it is just the way you like it. The servers are happy to help if you need it. Other than the overfull stomach we left with, have nothing but good things to say. Even liked the giant video screens around the restaurant. Check it out. 5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟“

“Fun, inviting atmosphere! The perfect spot to stop in after work for a drink, watch the game, or grab a delicious pizza. Great vibes, friendly staff, and a place you’ll definitely want to come back to! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great food and a local gem!!! We ate out on the patio and had a lovely meal“

“Never, ever! Too much drama and GANG activities!“

“Love this hidden gem in Cicero. Typical sports bar with great drink specials, live music on Friday nights, and DJ on Saturday nights. Great for watching all sporting events! Also has a gaming room with all of the best machines. As the sign on the building says its “the best kept secret in Cicero”!!“

“Great place, helpful beertenders! I stopped in to pick up a few Oktoberfest beers that I discovered they had via Untappd! Bottle shops like Beer on the Wall are perfect for when you don't want to buy a full 4-pack or 6-pack of something you want to try. And they have a good selection of beers on tap!“

“Boasting an immaculately curated draft list, free popcorn, and friendly service, the Green Lady is an essential Chicago beer bar. If you have a chance to talk to Melani, the owner, you'll understand why; her dedication and passion are immediately evident, and help explain why the Green Lady is welcoming to long time regulars and new travelers alike. Make sure to stop by on Tuesdays for open mic night!“

“NGL. It's loud in the back, but I'm an older head. It's for everyone but meh... probably better for the 25+ in the back.
Probably a GREAT EVENT Space. Pool Darts. Couch, etc.
Upfront. Locals. Dates, etc...
The BARTENDER is very professional.
Clean. No wait. Cool place if you need a NOISE but no action. Hook up?? Meh... Solid Place. FUN!!“