Dive Bars near Gary

“This is an authentic original dive bar that dates back to the early 1900s when famous author Nelson Algren was hanging out in Miller Beach at his lagoon cottage. It's all wood interior will transport you to a different times. Cheap beer and good times!“

“I’ve been all over the U.S. and by far this is the best bar I ever been too mostly locals but great company would 10/10 recommend if you are stopped in the area, only downside they don’t serve food but if you get food nearby feel free to bring it with you but there are plenty of options nearby!!“

“I went during a weekday at a weird hour that wasn't too busy customer-wise and the bartender was very preoccupied with visitors, as I learned later they were almost all friends/coworkers; but even with those things in mind my bartender (I believe the board said Maria was the evening bartender) was extremely cognizant of my needs. Literally, the moment I pushed my drink forward indicating I had finished, she was on her way to me asking if I needed any help or would like anything else, but not in an annoying way, just helpfully so. Decent bathroom, but needs paper towels or a fixed air dry machine. Free pool. I heard they got a DJ sometimes. Speaking of which their owner was there and personally introduced himself to me and mentioned that tidbit ?. Gotta say that's a first at any bar that I myself was not a facilitator of myself. An owner introducing themselves, that is.“