Cheap drinks every day of the week and happy hour specials are the hallmark of SoFo, a neighborhood bar locals love. Come for karaoke or to drink on the patio, complete with a vintage garage repurposed into a bar. Or, take in some culture — the bar also has a rotating gallery of local art.
Uptown, Andersonville Outdoor Drinks, Happy Hours and Entertainment!
Outdoor bars in Uptown and Andersonville are a great way to enjoy the warm weather. But who has the best happy hour? The best drinks? The best views? We're here to help you figure that out. The area is home base for ethnic food lovers, with everything from Chinese and Vietnamese to Ethiopian and Swedish restaurants, bakeries and grocers. Chicago history buffs will appreciate the ethnic influence, the local mob legacy and nightlife that rivals the city’s best.
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Marty’s Martini Bar
Locals voted this the top martini bar in Chicago and the best place to drink in Andersonville — and for good reason. The patio is cozy and intimate and the drinks are decadent (try the chocolate hazelnut martini). Marty’s also spearheads Martinis that Matter, a charity event that donates profits to a local food pantry.
1511 W. Balmoral Ave., Chicago, Illinois 60640
773-454-0161
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Furama Restaurant
Dim sum carts roll along at Furama Restaurant, a popular Sunday spot to gnosh daily lunch and lobster specials, or pick from 90 varieties of steamed dumplings, buns, barbecue and more. The family-owned Chinese restaurant specializes in Cantonese fare. Summertime brings birthday parties and wedding banquets. Try the fresh fruit freezes!
4936 N. Broadway St., Chicago, Illinois 60640
773-271-1161
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Big Chicks
Chaos ensues in a completely absurd and fun way at Big Chicks, a cozy, clubby gay bar with cheap drinks (under $5 for cocktails that normally run for $12), a beer garden and buck burgers. Events with free live music and free food happen regularly. But be prepared — the bar is cash only.
5024 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, Illinois 60640
773-728-5511
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Hopleaf
Hopleaf is a local favorite, known for its beer selection, monthly beer socials, mussels and fries and philanthropy. Stop in every week to try the new tapped beer for the Kegs for Kids charity event. The beer is always a craft brew and all the proceeds go to the local public elementary school.
5148 N. Clark St., Chicago, Illinois 60640
773-334-9851