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The Beer Bistro

(Now Closed)

Bar and American Restaurant$$$$

Near West Side, Chicago

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The Beer Bistro

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AmyOctober 16, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Of course we come for the amazing beer selection, but don't overlook the Buffalo Calamari. It's crispy, spicy, and goes perfect with beer!
Gustavo SanchezApril 3, 2015
Great beer selection I live me some pranqster beer, and the burgers is what you have to get when you come here.. Their chili is good too
Jill s.November 29, 2015
Great beers, generally bananas in there as they release good beers often, never had a chance to sit down and eat there food though.
Steve ‘Pudgy’ De RoseOctober 14, 2011
Been here 5+ times
A bar with a keen selection of craftbeer, both on draft and in bottles & cans. It is one of the best for this neighborhood. {I messed up by not having this on here prior.}
Drink LocalAugust 9, 2011
Don't miss the Goose Island Tap Invasion this Wednesday, August 10 2011. Rare local brews are to be had, including Demolition, Big John, Cascade Belgian Pale , Green Line Pacifica and more!
Sean McGinnisJanuary 21, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Do yourself a favor...try a cheese pizza with giardinara. Unlike anything you've ever had. Awesome to the last bite.
BrianDecember 8, 2013
Been here 5+ times
$5 one topping pizza Mondays. $3 burger Tuesdays. Half price appetizers and $5 martini Thursdays. Mmmmmmmm
Dana TedescoDecember 9, 2011
Been here 10+ times
I like that they serve their soup in a coffee cup w/ saucer! So cuuute and of course delicious! Mushroom Brie is a FAV!
Carlos ButlerJuly 13, 2017
Been here 10+ times
I've had the burgers, tater tots and wings. All are delicious.
BrianDecember 24, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Get the 12 beers of Christmas and a freeT-shirt. Delicious fun!
Michele westphallMarch 29, 2012
Hawks game day the downstairs opens at 5. Got here first :) and got a drink free. Half price sliders brings it down to $1each..score.
Erica GrahamMarch 28, 2013
Been here 25+ times
$3 craft cans on Wednesday! Awesome pizza, all sandwiches on pretzel buns....ask for Erica ;)
Renee BogaczOctober 11, 2013
Been here 25+ times
If there is anything by SlapShot Brewing on tap, it is a must-drink beer!!!
Kirstjen LorenzMarch 17, 2017
Good burger with house-made chips. Loud sports bar atmosphere on a Sunday afternoon.
Chris WNovember 7, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Pizza is pretty amazing! Can't go wrong with grilled chicken tenders.
Jennifer MarvinFebruary 25, 2010
tons of beer on tap & good bar food - fun on weekdays when you can get a seat at the bar - relaxed atmosphere & good spot for happy hour Read more
Jeff VargasApril 27, 2018
Sliders were delicious and reasonably priced.
Meredith PittmanSeptember 3, 2013
.25 cent wings on Sundays! Great wings, but waitress seemed preoccupied and clueless.
Sara PorterNovember 17, 2011
Hanging out at Beer Bistro's Cellar - great new bar installed by Heineman Bar Company's own Dustin Porter.
sean foleyNovember 17, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Great new bar in the Beer Bistro basement crafted by Chicago's own Heineman Bar Co.
Mitch ByrneJanuary 21, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Great variety of beers! Pizza, burgers & wings are the bomb!
Shut up RobDecember 31, 2012
I love the tater tots. I love them. I love them
RobyneOctober 15, 2011
Ask about the beer card. Drink them all and get free rooftop tix to Cubs game.
Leigh LoftusMarch 29, 2012
I'd give it 2.5 stars of 5, great drinks... Food has a lot of potential just need better ingredients and love!
Mark BauerJune 28, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Try the Devil Dancer it's 12% ABV
Geoff WebberJanuary 27, 2013
Gumball head is great on draft. Service very good.
Vincentia EgonmwanMay 25, 2012
Spinach and artichoke dip w/ tortilla chips is delish! The pizza too!!!
TimOctober 3, 2012
Come in on Tuesdays for $2 burgers, they're awesome!
Ashley PSeptember 10, 2014
Soft pretzels and large beer selection
Nazary NebelukApril 16, 2014
Not as great a tap selection as you would expect for a place called The Beer Bistro
MerriMarch 5, 2011
Been here 5+ times
12 different sliders at $2 each plus basket of tots. Awesome. Try the basket of bacon too.
Renee BogaczMarch 1, 2014
Been here 25+ times
If SlapShot is on tap, DRINK IT!
John CizmarOctober 23, 2011
Tuesday Burger deal is awesome. Great mini burgers as well.
Rob DuqueOctober 10, 2013
Been here 10+ times
$3 can Wednesdays! All I have to say!
DanL NiermannJuly 30, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Breakfast was AMAZING. Served Saturday & Sunday 11-3. Worth every penny.
Kyan KeenanMay 3, 2013
Half price appetizers & $5 martinis on Thursday nights.
Kevin MasiJune 6, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Wednesday $3 cans...craft is best in a can!
Michael AyeMarch 1, 2012
3 dollar cans on Wednesday's, can not go wrong! modus ipa all night
Shannon JeropkeAugust 15, 2013
20% off $30 or more with Drink Deck
Andre WilliamsJanuary 19, 2018
Great beers!
Juan FuentesJanuary 10, 2013
$3 Cans of Revolutionary Anti-Hero = awesomeness.
BrianJanuary 20, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Tuesdays $2 burgers are now $3
DJ FinkMay 6, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Starting soon you can visit the Beer Bistro North!
Quernzy SocialAugust 24, 2011
Grilled Cheese Panini is yummy. Also try the pizza!
Kiran PookoteDecember 16, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Get the "half-baked" cookie dessert!
Jessica O'July 11, 2010
Great little place! Tons of different beers, really good food, reasonable prices.
Francis MNovember 8, 2011
Been here 100+ times
The ginger named Beth is the coolest sconnie in Chicago!
Kathryn HJune 26, 2011
Gluten free beer and the best homemade chips around. Awesome.
Tom ManningDecember 28, 2012
Tomato bisque is very good
Andrea KristinaAugust 25, 2011
Oh my goodness they serve the best ever calamari ever!!!

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