Described as a “Polish heavy metal heaven,” Bim Bom Lounge is a quirky, steel-clad establishment offering 75-cent foosball, $1 pool (free on Wednesdays), an old school jukebox and Polish beers, including Zywiec and Okocim. The lounge has lots of unique charm — just check out the X-rated photos that line the walls in the bathrooms.
Austin, Belmont Cragin Outdoor Drinks, Happy Hours and Entertainment!
Outdoor bars in Austin and Belmont-Cragin 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. Austin is the largest and most populated of Chicago’s 77 community areas, while Belmont-Cragin has deep-rooted, blue-collar railway roots. The area is filled with neighborhood bars and watering holes that offer simple cocktails, Old Style tallboys and happy hour specials.
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Bim Bom Lounge
5226 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago, Illinois 60641
708-667-0935
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Marco’s Beef & Pizza
Boasting the “best beef in town,” Marco’s has daily food specials, with portion upgrades costing about $10 per meal. The large, standalone restaurant has a parking lot for diners (a Chicago rarity) and a sidewalk patio shielded by an awning for those who choose to eat outdoors.
6008 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, Illinois 60639
773-745-1015
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Ted & Jackie’s
Located near Columbus Park and open daily from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m., this casual Austin hangout is known for its creative (and potent) cocktails. Its red awning reads, “Ted’s Place,” but neighbors often call it “Ted’s Lounge.” Visit during the weekend and sip a “watermelon island” if you don’t mind a crowd.
5813 W. Madison St., Chicago, Illinois 60644
773-378-8389
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Lutnia Restaurant
Try authentic Polish cuisine in a remodeled time capsule marked by fireside elegance and live piano music. Celebrities like Rahm Emanuel and Michael Jordan have dined on Lutnia’s dumplings and potato-and-cheese dishes. The building is from the Al Capone Prohibition era and there’s an ornate 1983 wall mural signed and painted by late Polish artist Tadeusz Troczyński.
5532 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago, Illinois 60641
773-282-5335