EDGEWATER — The opening of Barrelman Tavern, the sports and whiskey bar on Paulina Avenue, has been delayed while owners await a city license, according to a post to the bar's Facebook page.
The bar had planned to open this weekend at 6001 N. Paulina Ave.
General manager Dan Lenart, the former manager of Mad River Bar and Grille in Lakeview, said he was waiting on one final inspection by a plumber.
The storefront was formerly home to dive bar Wild Rover. Gone is the street-facing, wood-panel facade, which has been replaced with a garage-door-like retractable window.
Outside, Barrelman is flying the flags of Northwestern University's Wildcats, the Bears and Blackhawks.
The tavern is owned by Blake Itagaki, who also runs Tai's til 4 in Lakeview. He's also been involved with Lakeview's Newport Bar and Grill and Flagship.
Check Barrelman's Facebook page for updates on the opening date.
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