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The 30 Best Sports Bars for Chicago Bears Fans in Chicago

Downtown/River North

1. Timothy O'Toole's

Chicago, Illinois
312-642-0700
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4.5/5 | 📺 4.5/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

Extensive underground sports bar with over 70 TVs throughout the venue
Game day food specials including their award-winning wings
48 beers on tap with Chicago craft brewing options
Walking distance from Michigan Avenue and tourist-friendly

South Loop

1. The Scout

Chicago, Illinois
312-705-0595
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4.5/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 5/5 | 🏀 5/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

South Loop favorite with 30+ TVs and massive viewing screens
Famous for their 14-inch grilled cheese sandwiches and game day menu
Often has wait times for tables during Bears games
Official Miller Lite Chicago Bears Headquarters Bar

River North

1. Theory

Chicago, Illinois
312-644-0004
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4.5/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Upscale sports bar with thoughtfully designed viewing spaces
Multiple rooms with different atmospheres for viewing
Elevated bar food including truffle fries with lemon aioli
Located near other River North nightlife

2. Public House

Chicago, Illinois
312-265-1240
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4.5/5 | 🍺 4.5/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Booths with tableside beer taps for a personalized experience
Extensive beer list with detailed icons showing glass types
Premium location in the heart of River North
Upscale food options including pretzel with cheese fondue

Wrigleyville

1. The Cubby Bear

Chicago, Illinois
773-327-1662
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 3.5/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 5/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Iconic Wrigleyville sports bar right across from Wrigley Field
Multiple levels with numerous viewing screens
Live music venue after games finish
Bears game day drink specials

Lakeview

1. The Pony Inn

Chicago, Illinois
773-828-5055
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4.5/5 | 🏀 5/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

Lakeview wood-paneled bar with plasma TVs throughout
Full American fare menu with burgers pizzas and tacos
Electric atmosphere during Bears regular season
Heated outdoor patio with additional viewing options and retractable roof

2. Kirkwood Bar & Grill

Chicago, Illinois
773-770-0700
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4.5/5 | 📺 4.5/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

Spacious Lakeview spot with TVs covering every inch of the bar
Fantasy Football Touchdown Package ($45) includes all draft beers wine shots and appetizers
Game day specials include $22 pitchers and $9 vodka soda stadium cups
Expansive outdoor patio for fair weather games

Wrigleyville

1. Murphy's Bleachers

Chicago, Illinois
773-281-5356
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 3.5/5 | 🍺 4.5/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Historic Wrigleyville bar operating for almost 80 years
Prime game day location with classic Chicago sports atmosphere
Multiple TVs and viewing areas
Bears viewing events on non-Cubs game days

2. Sports Corner

Chicago, Illinois
773-929-1441
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 3.5/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4.5/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Three levels of viewing space filled with fans on game days
Open-air roof deck with additional viewing options
Located at the corner of Addison and Sheffield near Wrigley Field
Bears game sound for Sunday games when Cubs aren't playing

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Pfeffenhausen, Bavaria
+49 8782 1516
N/A

Ratings:

No notable features available.

West Town

1. The Fifty/50

Chicago, Illinois
773-489-5050
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4.5/5 | 🍺 4.5/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

West Town sports bar popular enough to launch a restaurant group
Award-winning jumbo buffalo wings with house-aged hot sauce
Three levels with multiple viewing areas
Sidewalk patio with overflow crowd during big games

2. Cleo's

Chicago, Illinois
312-243-5600
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Patio bocce ball classic bar bites and impressive whiskey list
Open until 4am on weekends for late games
$10 domestic pitchers $2.50 domestic drafts during Bears games
$6 nachos and quesadillas for game day specials

Wicker Park

1. FatPour Tap Works

Chicago, Illinois
773-687-8763
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 5/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

Spacious brewpub with over 200 beer options and extensive tap list
Dedicated Bears Central viewing area with sound on for all games
Multiple locations with consistent quality
Late-night kitchen for post-game meals

South Loop

1. FatPour Tap Works

Chicago, Illinois
773-687-8763
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 5/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

Spacious brewpub with over 200 beer options and extensive tap list
Dedicated Bears Central viewing area with sound on for all games
Multiple locations with consistent quality
Late-night kitchen for post-game meals

2. Weather Mark Tavern

Chicago, Illinois
312-588-0230
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 3.5/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Located within quick walk to Soldier Field
Great stop for pre or post-game gatherings
Casual atmosphere with affordable options
Close to Museum Campus and South Loop attractions

3. Williams Inn Pizza & Sports Bar

Chicago, Illinois
312-225-2222
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 3.5/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Family-owned since 1969 with modern sports bar setup
Chicago-style pan pizza wings and beer
Close proximity to Soldier Field for game days
Multiple screens throughout venue

West Loop

1. Bandit chicago

Chicago, Illinois
312-666-6061
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4.5/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Opens early for Bears games with full brunch menu
TVs both inside and outside in their patio area
Specialties include Chicken & Waffles with honey chili glaze and Steak & Eggs
West Loop location convenient to downtown

2. Park Tavern

Chicago, Illinois
312-243-4276
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4.5/5 | 📺 4.5/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Upscale sports bar with refined American fare
Craft brew selection in a modern lodge setting
Shuttle service to United Center for ticketholders
Beer garden with additional viewing options

3. Time Out Market Chicago

Chicago, Illinois
312-637-3888
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4.5/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 5/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

Bears games shown on 32 feet wide by 6 feet tall screen with sound
Variety of food options including fried chicken burgers and tacos
Cold beer and cocktail options
Central West Loop/Fulton Market location

North Center

1. The Globe Pub

Chicago, Illinois
773-871-3757
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4.5/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

Best known for international soccer but excellent for Bears games
30 TVs with a passionate crowd from all corners
English-style pub fare including fish and chips and shepherd's pie
Three types of wings and authentic Scotch eggs

Bucktown

1. Lottie's Pub

Chicago, Illinois
773-489-0738
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Historic neighborhood bar dating back to 1934
Featured in the TV show "Chicago Fire"
Local favorite for Bears games with authentic Chicago atmosphere
Game day specials and viewing packages

Lakeview

1. Nisei Lounge

Chicago, Illinois
773-525-0557
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 3/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 5/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

One of Chicago's oldest bars (since 1951)
No-frills authentic Chicago dive bar experience
Long taproom with classic Chicago style and battered mahogany bar
About a dozen beers on tap with neighborhood atmosphere

2. Flagship Tavern & Grill

Chicago, Illinois
773-281-3805
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Lakeview neighborhood bar with spacious interior
Regular Bears watch parties with game day specials
Multiple viewing areas throughout the venue
Also doubles as a college sports bar

Lincoln Square

1. Claddagh Ring Pub

Chicago, Illinois
773-271-4794
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 3.5/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Lincoln Square neighborhood bar with dedicated Bears following
Game day drink specials and occasional free drink promotions
Traditional Irish pub fare with Chicago sports atmosphere
Friendly local vibe with passionate Bears fans

Bridgeport

1. Cork & Kerry

Chicago, Illinois
773-268-2828
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 3.5/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Bridgeport neighborhood pub with strong local following
Irish pub atmosphere with dedicated Bears fans
Close to Guaranteed Rate Field with Sox crossover fans
Outdoor beer garden with additional viewing options

2. Mitchell's Tap

Chicago, Illinois
773-927-6073
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 3.5/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 3.5/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 3.5/5

Notable Features:

Low-key Bridgeport spot for classic bar grub
Live music and quality TVs for Bears fans
Casual neighborhood atmosphere
Bears game day food and drink specials

3. Bernice's Tavern

Chicago, Illinois
312-907-1580
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 3/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 3.5/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Classic Chicago neighborhood tavern in Bridgeport
Open mic nights and live music events
No-frills Bears viewing with passionate local fans
Authentic Chicago tavern experience

Pilsen

1. Simone's

Chicago, Illinois
312-666-8601
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4.5/5 | 📺 3.5/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Eclectic Pilsen bar with neighborhood feel
Artistic environment with repurposed materials
Quality viewing setup for Bears games
Excellent craft beer selection and creative food menu

2. La Vaca Margarita Bar

Chicago, Illinois
312-829-1147
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4.5/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 3.5/5 | 🏀 3.5/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Vibrant Pilsen establishment with excellent margaritas
Bears games shown on multiple screens
Mexican-inspired menu with game day specials
Lively atmosphere for Sunday football

3. Punch House

Chicago, Illinois
312-526-3851
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4.5/5 | 📺 3.5/5 | 🏀 3.5/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Hidden basement bar beneath Thalia Hall in Pilsen
Known for their signature punch drinks
Intimate viewing experience for dedicated Bears fans
Table-side Champagne punch service available

Northwest Suburbs

1. City Works Eatery & Pour House

Schaumburg, Illinois
847-584-2500
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4.5/5 | 🍺 5/5 | 📺 4.5/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

90+ beers on tap with expansive suburban locations
Game day eats include Buffalo Chicken Dip and Scorpion Burger
Multiple big screens throughout the venue
Family-friendly environment with elevated pub food

2. Rookies All American Pub & Grill

Elgin, Illinois
847-551-9006
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4.5/5 | 🏀 4.5/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

Suburban sports bar with dedicated Bears viewing areas
Game day food and drink specials
Family-friendly environment with arcade games
Multiple locations throughout suburban Chicago

Lincoln Park

1. WhirlyBall

Chicago, Illinois
773-486-7777
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4.5/5 | 📺 4.5/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

Unique entertainment venue with whirlyball bowling and laser tag
Over 24 beers on tap with custom craft beer flights
Rooftop terrace with fire pits in some locations
Game day specials and activities during Bears games

Western Suburbs

1. WhirlyBall

Chicago, Illinois
773-486-7777
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4.5/5 | 📺 4.5/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4.5/5

Notable Features:

Unique entertainment venue with whirlyball bowling and laser tag
Over 24 beers on tap with custom craft beer flights
Rooftop terrace with fire pits in some locations
Game day specials and activities during Bears games

Lincoln Park

1. Ranalli's

Chicago, Illinois
312-642-4700
N/A

Ratings: 🍗 4/5 | 🍺 4/5 | 📺 4/5 | 🏀 4/5 | ⭐ 4/5

Notable Features:

Patio at Ranalli's ideal in summer for outdoor game viewing
Quality pizzas and bar food perfect for game days
Convenient Lincoln Park location on Lincoln Ave
Flat-panel HDTVs throughout venue