First Draft
Eugene Jung · 188 Google reviewsFirst Draft — american in Loop. Backed by 1,550+ Google reviews. [$$, patio]
What 1,601 diners keep saying
What 1,601 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Cheese curds were great! Bartender was expert at making suggestions from vast beer selections. Atmosphere was welcoming and the other patrons were pleasant and fun to be with.”
“Las cervezas increíble, la comida increíble no tiene nada malo este lugar wow”
“My flight was delayed and I got into town late, so I was happy to see this bar around the corner. The Chicago beef and Brussels sprouts were amazing, and so was the atmosphere. I felt like a local after having a shot of Malort with my neighbors.”
“I usually stop by during the week to take advantage of their specials, and they are always a great value. The portions are generous for the price, especially by Chicago standards, and the food is consistently fresh every time I visit. The Wednesday wing special is definitely worth checking out and has become one of my favorites. What keeps me coming back is the combination of great food, good drinks, and excellent service. Everything is prepared well, the staff is friendly, and the overall experience is always enjoyable. It's the kind of reliable neighborhood spot that never disappoints.”
“Friday before Heart Day, awesome before the Valentines Day.”
“Bästa Baren i stan om du gillar Chicago Blackhawks eller nått av de andra Chicago lagen. Chefen är bäst i baren och maten är gudomligt. Detta ställe får man ej missa som Chicago fan. Dem visar all sport bara fråga. Vi såg även Manchester united här.”
“Great brew pub in the printer’s row part of downtown. They have a wide variety of brews on tap with a nice selection of appetizers and pub grub. The staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is laid back bar style. It’s also a great place to pre-game before a show at the Auditorium Theater.”
“The food had that comforting pub feel and tasted really good. The wings were a little on the dry side, but the team happily brought extra veggies and dipping sauce when we asked, which made all the difference. The fried dill pickle chips were absolutely amazing, crispy, and full of flavor. Overall, we had a wonderful time and left completely satisfied.”
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