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Jake Melnick's Corner Tap
Sports Bar and Wings Joint$$$$
Near North Side, Chicago
The chicken wings at Jake Melnick's Corner Tap is a can't miss
"Great food!! Love the firecracker wings :)"(6 Tips)
"Loved the poncho wings, cocktails, and the bbq platter"(5 Tips)
"Awesome beer selection, wings, happy hour, and service."(19 Tips)
"Can't go to Jake Melnick's and not order the XXX wings"(4 Tips)
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Awesome beer selection, wings, happy hour, and service. If anything in this touristy part of town can be called a neighborhood joint, this is as close as it gets.
The XXX hot wings are so hot that they make you sign a waiver. I broke into a sweat and the stuff is a painful experience. You can't taste anything but pain. Do it. You will remember the moment!Upvoted Mar 17
Wendy A.October 31, 2014A very busy venue! U will need to wait if ur in group. The menu is good for a Sports Bar. Try the Ponchos chicken wings - tasty as!! The Ribs were not gr8. Free Wifi avail.
- PONCHO’S (GRILLED, GARLIC & CAYENNE); XXXX (HABANERO, GHOST PEPPER, SCORPION, & REAPER); NASHVILLE HOT (CAYENNE, CHILI PEPPERS, HONEY & VINEGAR); SPACE TRUFFLE (TANGY TRUFFLE MUSTARD & LEMON ZEST)
Leanne ZOctober 20, 2015Had three types of wings, all awesome! They'll do half and half baskets of 8 wings. Many cider choices if anyone happens to be gluten free. Service was awesome and the waiter gave great suggestions.
The September special of maple bacon wings is surprisingly delicious! Not too sweet at all! And the blue cheese dressing for the side also somehow works. Food is amazing.
Evan O'ConnorMarch 8, 2013Get the Sloppy Pig! It's pulled pork, brisket & smoked chicken in Jake's famous BBQ sauce, topped with cheddar cheese & crispy onions. For beer, I had the Ridgeway IPA. They rotate taps though.- WING COMBO: PONCHO’S (GRILLED, GARLIC & CAYENNE) and XXXX (HABANERO, GHOST PEPPER, SCORPION, REAPER)
- NASHVILLE HOT (CAYENNE, CHILI PEPPERS, HONEY & VINEGAR) and JAKE & THE SPICY PEACH (PEACH, HABANERO)
Leland BrewsterNovember 9, 2015Far and away the best buffalo wings I've had in Chicago. That said, I didn't find the "spicy" very spicy. I'll have to go hotter next time.
Kaleigh SOctober 9, 2016I'm sure for anyone who hasn't grown up in Western NY, these wings are great. But if you've had the real deal, you'll find these near inedible. Soggy breading, under-fried and slimy. Gross.- I know, I can't stop talking about the XXX wings. I can't even stop thinking about them, because they're so addicting! Whenever I want wings, I want XXX! Wings everywhere else pale in comparison.
Scott WeidigJuly 2, 2013Nice relaxed atmosphere. Good selection of more than 20 beers on tap. Food is ok, but the outdoor patio is what makes Jake's special.
The Mac n' Cheese changes monthly. If you see the loaded potato special you must order it.
Bobby KennedyOctober 13, 2015Impressively solid bar food, albeit with River North prices. The great craft beer list makes up for it.
Jeff CulpepperMay 4, 2017Wings were a little soggy but good flavor. The onion rings are fantastic! Great beer selection and friendly service.
Jeff CampbellFebruary 17, 2013The service is excellent! The food is also "top shelf". April the bartender is vey knowledgable in the "craft beer" selections. We'll be back!
Great sports bar with even better food! Can't make a wrong turn. The street fries & firecracker wings were to die!- CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE SKILLET SUNDAE (A GIANT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE SERVED WARM WITH VANILLA ICE CREAM, CHOCOLATE SYRUP & WHIPPED CREAM)
Erika B.June 7, 2012Best selection of beers on tap and in bottle. Awesome garlic fries and homemade bbq chips. Servers are really good and know their beer. ;-)- XXXX (HABANERO, GHOST PEPPER, SCORPION & REAPER) and PONCHO’S (GRILLED, GARLIC & CAYENNE)
vakaminskiyAugust 26, 2014Go for the Sloppy Pig! Really tender and delicious sandwich. A bit spicy though!
Tim McNallySeptember 16, 2015Awesome food, great bartenders, great atmosphere. Highly recommend all that I tried, especially the wings.
Excellent selection of hard to find & exclusive beers. The BBQ nachos & wings are some of the best that this bar-fly has had.
ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014Stunt eaters and people with cast iron stomachs may not be able to resist the allure of the ghost pepper wings but their regular buffalo wings are arguably the best in Chicago. Read more- BBQ TRIPLE PLAY COMBO with SLOW-SMOKED BEEF BRISKET, 1/4 SMOKED CHICKEN, PULLED PORK
3 Years till RetirementJune 7, 2013So far so good. Great on-tap selection of not-your-usual-beers. MLB on every tv on all sides. Good atmosphere.
Shaun WilliamsFebruary 28, 2017Fantastic beer selection, have anything BBQ as they have their own smoker. Get here early!
Jackson RobbinsJanuary 17, 2013Ask for one of their special collaboration beers. Just tried their Greenbush porter made with figs and apples. Tasted great.
I love the new app that tells you your wait time and position in line! Also, you get a text when your table is ready!
Christian TafoyaMay 13, 2015Love the wings. Go with the spicier options. Barrel aged gin and tonic is delicious.
- Grilled Artichokes, Poncho's Wings, Nashville Hot wings, Ranch Fries
Valeria CallesSeptember 28, 2013Really but really delicious!!! Love the wings and fish n' chips!!! Beers rule and service quality amazing!!!
Call ahead for a table during busy times. Especially if you have more than a couple of people. It tends to get packed!
Kathy ForcheJuly 23, 2013Yep!! Best wings ever! They're cooked a little crispy, how I usually have to ask for and the Firecracker flavor comes from my favorite.. Siracha!!!
Nick GertonsonOctober 18, 2015Fish and Chips, and the special wings - pumpkin spice and apple, with Cheddar broccoli slaw.
Francis AnnOctober 11, 2011The October mac daddy mac n' cheese : "buffalo mac" is beyond delicious!! Highly recommend it if your looking for a little bit of spicy!
Blake SuharJuly 27, 2018They rave about having the "best wings in Chicago", but they were only good, not great. Came with way too much sauce. It was cool that they allowed you to mix and match styles though.
Emily WebberAugust 27, 2011Our server Daryl and the manager Kelly were both great!!! Good service, good food-loved the turkey burger and the baslamic dressing was delish!- Jason BroomJune 22, 2012Only visited here once, but had the portabello mushroom reuben. I would do it again. And drink some beer while you're at it, but be safe. Somebody loves you.
Deirdre ReidMarch 17, 2010Fantastic selection of taps and bottles. On a recent trip to Chicago I was so happy I found this place that I went two nights in a row and tasted lots of great local brew.
Bob HeubelJanuary 16, 2014Ask to substitute pulled pork for the Bbq chicken on their pizza. Frickin amazing.
Nino Di CaraOctober 9, 2010I'm really not a nacho kind of guy, but the pulled pork nachos here are fantastic - fresh, tender, tasty, just what you need to go with their selection of beers- Four words: late night happy hour. Can't beat the $5 nachos and flatbreads.
Daily beer specials. Krankshaft is great. And mac daddy cheese specials to die for. If it's your birthday, they'll bring free dessert!
Jon TimmerAugust 30, 2013Regular buffalo wings and pulled pork nachos were great! Good selection of beer too
Erick PessoaJuly 23, 2011Be aware, The hot wings are REALLY, REALLY hot. Go for it only if to enjoy the challenge. This comes from someone who eats jalapeños for breakfast. (not me!)
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Jake Melnick's Corner Tap
41 E Superior St (at N Wabash Ave)
Chicago, IL 60611
United States
Chicago, IL 60611
United States
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM–Midnight
- Fri
- 11:30 AM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(312) 266-0400
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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