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Sportsman's Club

Dive Bar and Cocktail Bar$$$$

Humboldt Park, Chicago

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Sportsman's Club

8.9^/10

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Ranked #5 for dive bars in Chicago
The experts at Bon Appetit Magazine and Chicagoist recommend this place
"Built-in table top checkers & great cocktails."(2 Tips)
"Also a really good Mezcal called Pierde Almas."(2 Tips)
"Really nice patio in the back too, when the weather cooperates."(8 Tips)
"A Manhattan or Old Fashioned will only set you back $8."(2 Tips)

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Victor SegellAugust 25, 2014
Classy décor with a british hunting cabin feel to it. Tasty drinks with flavours more to the strong and peppery side. Awesome back pateo that sadly closes quite early. Bring cash!
On the GridNovember 21, 2016
Order your favorite cocktail or one of the four on offer from the daily menu. Don’t let the casual attitude, vintage taxidermy or $4 High Lifes on the patio fool you – drinks here are taken seriously. Read more
Alex StrausJune 22, 2014
They have tequila Ocho! Best tequila in the world. Also a really good Mezcal called Pierde Almas. And best of all, you can make any drink spicy with this awesome Ancho Reyes.
John KhuuOctober 1, 2015
Been here 10+ times
CASH ONLY. Besides that, hang out on the patio and share the table with other folks. Everyone is nice and will share. Mini bar outside too with good music. Inside gets a bit crammed though.
Grace AldridgeJuly 22, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Small bar that's always completely packed in the winter, so come during summer to spill out onto the porch. Checkers boards in the booths inside if you happen to snag one!
Sandy HSeptember 13, 2014
Seriously great bar...so nondescript from the street that you'd almost miss it. Built-in table top checkers & great cocktails. The whiskey mule is tasty.
Emily JurlinaAugust 17, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Cash only is a bummer but the patio is awesome. Drinks are a little too whiskey focused. They don't have a lot of cocktail variety.
ben mApril 24, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Great spot. If its nice out head straight to the back yard.
Bobby KennedyJanuary 11, 2015
Small but creative list of cocktails. If those don't work for you, the bartenders know their stuff and can make anything you want.
Claudia SandovalSeptember 8, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Weekly hangout. Good vibes, great drinks. Old fashioned is always on point.
Elaine LocaDecember 29, 2013
Been here 5+ times
It's classy with a dive bar feel. Bring your cash and order yourself the Sportsman's Cocktail. It will never disappoint.
Shannon JeropkeJune 6, 2017
Runner up for Bar of the Year presented by Hendrick's Gin, and runner up for Best Bar Family presented by Glenfiddich Scotch at the 2017 Time Out Chicago Bar Awards.
Bobby KennedySeptember 24, 2016
Really nice patio in the back too, when the weather cooperates.
Emery MathiesonDecember 31, 2013
Sportsman cocktail is great! I detect an essence of fernet!
Kenney MarlattAugust 10, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Get the "Low Life" with an amaro shot. $5. Can't beat that.
Léo Le BrunAugust 12, 2014
Great classic cocktails. A Manhattan or Old Fashioned will only set you back $8.
Jason ZJune 25, 2015
Really good cocktails. But small place and gets crowded
Joseph B.May 11, 2019
Cash-only chill dive that has cheap beer and expensive cocktails.
CarolAugust 29, 2015
Really nice drinks, cash only. Great patio
StephanieAugust 1, 2018
Go sit outside. It's a great patio in the back.
JillAugust 22, 2014
The bartenders know what's up. Appreciate the art they bestow.
zfelsMay 22, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The house cocktails are stellar.
Keith RaimondiDecember 24, 2013
Amazing drinks. The bartenders know their business.
Jessica MillerJune 29, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Great new spot and outdoor area!
Tori RenekerAugust 7, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Cocktails on the back patio
eddie niceJanuary 31, 2015
Great classic drinks and good vibe
ChicagoistJanuary 15, 2015
The fireplace is located outdoors and it's a toasty and popular spot for the constant crowds at this Humboldt Park cocktail palace. Warm up to the fire with a cup of something delicious. Read more
Jen Marquez GinnFebruary 19, 2015
Great atmosphere and great drinks.
Jillian BurnickasOctober 27, 2015
I really don't see the appeal of this place. I've been there a few times and it just wasn't all that great.
Nikki ReischlNovember 21, 2016
Overrated and overpriced. They sell a can of tecate with a shot of mezcal for $10. That doesn't take creativity.
Rick RobinsonSeptember 13, 2020
Been here 5+ times
Me & Argentina
Michelle LeeAugust 31, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Cash only.
JamesFebruary 25, 2016
Cocktails.

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