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Great Chicago Bars Without Televisions

Where to avoid sports and other TV Parties tonight

byAshok Selvam
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It’s sometimes difficult to believe, but not everyone in Chicago is a sports fan. The sounds associated with games — the crack of a baseball bat, squeaky basketball shoes, and hockey players crashing into the boards — aren’t pleasing to everyone. Sometimes folks just want to escape, but it’s hard when bars are trying to lure customers with large TVs and stadium sound.

While many bars lose customers on NFL Sundays if they’re not showing football games, a few bar owners are proud to be against the grain. They hope to cater to a different customer, one who is looking to engage with other patrons through conversation.

看看下麵的酒吧,沒有電視。Eater Chicago isn’t responsible if one of these bar owners decide to install a television for a championship game, playoff run or Oscar watch party. Patrons might want to limit their smartphone use while at these bars so they’re not killing the no-screen vibe.

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Hopleaf

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One of the best beer bars in the country,Hopleafin Andersonville has a massive selection of domestic and foreign brews. The food’s solid, and there’s a friendly and old-school feel that TVs would only distract.

5148 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 334-9851
(773) 334-9851
An aerial shot of a large bar with exposed brick walls and a tall red pole coming down from the ceiling.
Hopleaf
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The Victor Bar

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This Parisian-style cocktail bar owned by a band of three brothers is a sleek spot for dates.Victor Barhas become a sleeper hit in North Center.

4011 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Victor Bar
Victor Bar
Marc Much/Eater Chicago

Long Room Chicago

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This long and narrow bar in Irving Park is boisterous over the weekends. For years,Long Roomhas given Chicago one of the best beer lists in town. There’s also a photobooth.

1612 W Irving Park Rd #1, Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 665-4500
(773) 665-4500

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DryHop Brewers

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Relatively close to Wrigley Field,DryHopcombines a tasty house-brewed beer list with a mix of small plates. The burger is always a solid choice.

3155 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 857-3155
(773) 857-3155
dryhop
DryHop Brewers

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Billy Sunday

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One of Chicago’s premier bars for cocktails,Billy Sundayhas a vintage vibe in Logan Square. Named for a former White Sox player who also led the temperance movement, the space is stocked with rare spirits and there’s small plates. It’s from Folkart Restaurant Management, the same company whose holdings include Mordecai in Wrigleyville.

3143 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 661-2485
(773) 661-2485
Billy Sunday
Billy Sunday
Marc Much/Eater Chicago

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Todos Santos

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The basement bar under Mexican favorite Quiote,Todos Santoshas a deep mezcal selection with wonderfully balanced cocktails. Bartender Jay Schroeder is knowledgeable about the Mexican spirit and even wrote a book about the subject.

2456 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(312) 878 - 8571
(312) 878 - 8571
Todos Santos
Nick Fochtman/Eater Chicago

Spilt Milk

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A Logan Square tavern known for stiff drinks,Spilt Milkrecently started food service.

2758 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 413-8440
(773) 413-8440
灑了的密爾k
Spilt Milk
Spilt Milk [Official Photo]

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Cole's Bar

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一個經典的洛根廣場潛水酒吧當the neighborhood gentrifies,Cole’sis a narrow space with beer and shots. It’s often home to live music or comedy shows, with no cover.

2338 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Scofflaw

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A classic Chicago cocktail stop,Scofflawserves creative drinks and food in a venue that feels like a living room. It also has complimentary cookies late night and even malört on tap.

3201 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 252-9700
(773) 252-9700
Scofflaw
Scofflaw
Marc Much/Eater Chicago

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Weegee's Lounge

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Weegee’sis known for its cocktails. It’s an old-school tavern that’s retained a loyal following in Logan Square.

3659 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 384-0707
(773) 384-0707

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The Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club

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This New York import has plenty to keep customers entertained. Just don’t walk on the shuffleboard court; respect the rules of the house.Royal Palmsis a great place for groups in Bucktown.

1750 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 486-8682
(773) 486-8682
Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club
Barry Brecheisen/Eater Chicago

Dorian’s

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In Wicker Park,Dorian’scombines a record store and live music venue with Pan Asian-inspired food. The drinks are strong and the vibe is great for date nights and large groups. This is from the crew that brought theSaved by the Bellpop-up to Chicago and LA.

1939 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 687-9824
(773) 687-9824
Dorian’s
Barry Brecheisen/Eater Chicago

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Rainbo Club

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Indy rockers, hipsters, and those who wished developers never invested in Wicker Park in the early 2000s gather atRainbo. There’s a pinball machine in the corner and big booths for groups.

1150 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 489-5999
(773) 489-5999

Sportsman's Club

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Near where Logan Square and Ukrainian Village meet,Sportsman’s Clubserves up a succinct drink list and beer for folks who want a dive bar atmosphere but also want more than a basic mixed drink.

948 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(872) 206-8054
(872) 206-8054
Sportsman’s
Sportsman’s Club
Marc Much/Eater Chicago

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Lazy Bird

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Just opened in the basement of the Hoxton hotel in Fulton Market,Lazy Birdfeatures a dense book of 52 drinks. There’s a piano and occasional live music and DJs. Boka Restaurant Group runs the space.

200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 761-1799
(312) 761-1799
Lazy Bird
The Hoxton, Chicago [Official Photo]

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Punch House

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Part of 16” on Center’s Pilsen entertainment complex (Thalia Hall, Dusek’s),Punch Houseis the basement tavern.

1227 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 526-3851
(312) 526-3851
Punch House
Punch House
Marc Much/Eater Chicago

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Skylark

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A friendly dive in Pilsen,Skylark— also featured in the Jon Favreau, Vince Vaughn, and Jennifer Anniston movie,The Break-Up —features a nice craft beer list and pub food.

2149 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 948-5275
(312) 948-5275

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Maria's Packaged Goods and Community Bar

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布裏奇波特最喜歡的,Maria’sis a packaged goods store and tavern that draws an electric cast of characters. The craft beer selection is deep and there’s also Korean-Polish food from Kimski’s that attached restaurant from chef Won Kim.

960 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 890-0588
(773) 890-0588

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Whiner Beer Company

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Breweries are great places to escape TVs, andWhinerin Back of the Yards, inside the Plant, provides exactly that.

104, 3225, 1400 W 46th St, Chicago, IL 60609
(312) 810-2271
(312) 810-2271
Whiner Beer
Whiner Beer
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Hopleaf

5148 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640

One of the best beer bars in the country,Hopleafin Andersonville has a massive selection of domestic and foreign brews. The food’s solid, and there’s a friendly and old-school feel that TVs would only distract.

5148 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 334-9851
(773) 334-9851
An aerial shot of a large bar with exposed brick walls and a tall red pole coming down from the ceiling.
Hopleaf
Barry Brecheisen/Eater Chicago

The Victor Bar

4011 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

This Parisian-style cocktail bar owned by a band of three brothers is a sleek spot for dates.Victor Barhas become a sleeper hit in North Center.

4011 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Victor Bar
Victor Bar
Marc Much/Eater Chicago

Long Room Chicago

1612 W Irving Park Rd #1, Chicago, IL 60613

This long and narrow bar in Irving Park is boisterous over the weekends. For years,Long Roomhas given Chicago one of the best beer lists in town. There’s also a photobooth.

1612 W Irving Park Rd #1, Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 665-4500
(773) 665-4500

DryHop Brewers

3155 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657

Relatively close to Wrigley Field,DryHopcombines a tasty house-brewed beer list with a mix of small plates. The burger is always a solid choice.

3155 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 857-3155
(773) 857-3155
dryhop
DryHop Brewers

Billy Sunday

3143 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647

One of Chicago’s premier bars for cocktails,Billy Sundayhas a vintage vibe in Logan Square. Named for a former White Sox player who also led the temperance movement, the space is stocked with rare spirits and there’s small plates. It’s from Folkart Restaurant Management, the same company whose holdings include Mordecai in Wrigleyville.

3143 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 661-2485
(773) 661-2485
Billy Sunday
Billy Sunday
Marc Much/Eater Chicago

Todos Santos

2456 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

The basement bar under Mexican favorite Quiote,Todos Santoshas a deep mezcal selection with wonderfully balanced cocktails. Bartender Jay Schroeder is knowledgeable about the Mexican spirit and even wrote a book about the subject.

2456 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(312) 878 - 8571
(312) 878 - 8571
Todos Santos
Nick Fochtman/Eater Chicago

Spilt Milk

2758 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

A Logan Square tavern known for stiff drinks,Spilt Milkrecently started food service.

2758 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 413-8440
(773) 413-8440
灑了的密爾k
Spilt Milk
Spilt Milk [Official Photo]

Cole's Bar

2338 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

一個經典的洛根廣場潛水酒吧當the neighborhood gentrifies,Cole’sis a narrow space with beer and shots. It’s often home to live music or comedy shows, with no cover.

2338 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Scofflaw

3201 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

A classic Chicago cocktail stop,Scofflawserves creative drinks and food in a venue that feels like a living room. It also has complimentary cookies late night and even malört on tap.

3201 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 252-9700
(773) 252-9700
Scofflaw
Scofflaw
Marc Much/Eater Chicago

Weegee's Lounge

3659 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Weegee’sis known for its cocktails. It’s an old-school tavern that’s retained a loyal following in Logan Square.

3659 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 384-0707
(773) 384-0707

The Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club

1750 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

This New York import has plenty to keep customers entertained. Just don’t walk on the shuffleboard court; respect the rules of the house.Royal Palmsis a great place for groups in Bucktown.

1750 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 486-8682
(773) 486-8682
Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club
Barry Brecheisen/Eater Chicago

Dorian’s

1939 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

In Wicker Park,Dorian’scombines a record store and live music venue with Pan Asian-inspired food. The drinks are strong and the vibe is great for date nights and large groups. This is from the crew that brought theSaved by the Bellpop-up to Chicago and LA.

1939 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 687-9824
(773) 687-9824
Dorian’s
Barry Brecheisen/Eater Chicago

Rainbo Club

1150 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Indy rockers, hipsters, and those who wished developers never invested in Wicker Park in the early 2000s gather atRainbo. There’s a pinball machine in the corner and big booths for groups.

1150 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 489-5999
(773) 489-5999

Sportsman's Club

948 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Near where Logan Square and Ukrainian Village meet,Sportsman’s Clubserves up a succinct drink list and beer for folks who want a dive bar atmosphere but also want more than a basic mixed drink.

948 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(872) 206-8054
(872) 206-8054
Sportsman’s
Sportsman’s Club
Marc Much/Eater Chicago

Lazy Bird

200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607

Just opened in the basement of the Hoxton hotel in Fulton Market,Lazy Birdfeatures a dense book of 52 drinks. There’s a piano and occasional live music and DJs. Boka Restaurant Group runs the space.

200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 761-1799
(312) 761-1799
Lazy Bird
The Hoxton, Chicago [Official Photo]

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Punch House

1227 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608

Part of 16” on Center’s Pilsen entertainment complex (Thalia Hall, Dusek’s),Punch Houseis the basement tavern.

1227 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 526-3851
(312) 526-3851
Punch House
Punch House
Marc Much/Eater Chicago

Skylark

2149 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608

A friendly dive in Pilsen,Skylark— also featured in the Jon Favreau, Vince Vaughn, and Jennifer Anniston movie,The Break-Up —features a nice craft beer list and pub food.

2149 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 948-5275
(312) 948-5275

Maria's Packaged Goods and Community Bar

960 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60608

布裏奇波特最喜歡的,Maria’sis a packaged goods store and tavern that draws an electric cast of characters. The craft beer selection is deep and there’s also Korean-Polish food from Kimski’s that attached restaurant from chef Won Kim.

960 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 890-0588
(773) 890-0588

Whiner Beer Company

104, 3225, 1400 W 46th St, Chicago, IL 60609

Breweries are great places to escape TVs, andWhinerin Back of the Yards, inside the Plant, provides exactly that.

104, 3225, 1400 W 46th St, Chicago, IL 60609
(312) 810-2271
(312) 810-2271
Whiner Beer
Whiner Beer
Daniel Gerzina/Eater Chicago

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