Chicago's Best Restaurants Restaurants near Cell Block restaurant

Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern

Located in the Park at Wrigley and adjacent to Wrigley Field, this sprawling sports-focused eatery offers a unique Chicago experience by paying homage to legendary Chicago Cubs broadcaster Jack Brickhouse. His legacy is honored with memorabilia throughout the establishment.

Wild Hare

The best live reggae music, Jerk Shack Caribbean Barbecue, late kitchen and friendly vibes!

Big Star Wrigleyville

A hit the first day it opened in Wicker Park, Big Star is finally getting an outpost. The second location is set to open spring 2018 in Wrigleyville, just across the street from the revered Wrigley Field.

Casey Moran's

Casey Moran’s, near the corner of Waveland Ave, and Clark St., is Wrigleyville’s Premier Sports Bar. Come Join us for the best food, drinks and staff in the shadow of Wrigley Field.

Merkle’s Bar and Grill

Relaxed neighborhood bar with a large & changing beer list plus American pub eats.

Moe's Cantina Wrigleyville

Nuts on Clark

The Kenney family has been selling nuts, candy and popcorn, caramelecorn and cheesecorn here for more than 30 years.

Swift & Sons Tavern and Oyster Bar

The casual sibling to Fulton Market District's Swift & Sons steakhouse, Swift & Sons Tavern and Oyster Bar is in the former home for Dutch & Doc's. The Boka Restaurant Group is also behind this venture.

Old Crow Smokehouse

Asian-influenced BBQ pairs with Southern cocktails & live country music in a large urban-chic space

Candyality

Bright, old-timey candy shop with bulk bins selling sweets from jelly beans to dark chocolate.

Bernie's Tavern

Long-standing bar & grill featuring burgers, bites & brews in relaxed digs since 1954.

Yak-Zies Bar & Grill

Wings & a variety of other American pub food in a sports bar setting with TVs.

Cubby Bear - Wrigleyville

From old-school hip-hop bands to up-and-coming local acts, this Wrigleyville venue supports them all. A full menu extends beyond pub grub to items like fish and chips, baby back ribs and fish tacos.

Mordecai

Named for legendary Cubs pitcher Mordecai Brown, this new bi-level cocktail bar is a change of pace from Wrigleyville's longstanding reputation for sports bars and cheap bear. Located in the Hotel Zachary, the bar and restaurant comes from Matthias Merges, the chef/owner behind other spots like

West Town Bakery + Tap

Sluggers Sports Bar & Dueling Pianos

Sports bar with second floor batting cages, skeeball & other games, along with a dueling piano bar.

Murphy's Bleachers

This sports bar across from Wrigley Field has its roots in the 1930s, with Ernie's Bleachers, a drive-up hot dog stand that sold beer by the pail. Ernie Pareti rebuilt it into a real tavern during World War II.

Vines on Clark

Sports bar & beer garden with American eats in a wood-trimmed interior across from Wrigley Field.

Lakeview Baseball Club

Experience the game in comfort with indoor AC/heat & three tiers of outdoor rooftop space. Beautiful panoramic views, top notch food & drinks, and great company can all be found at the rooftop that started it all.

Uncommon Ground on Clark

All-day eatery known for seasonal American fare, housemade organic beer, wine, drinks & live music.

Smart Bar

You won't find anything "old school" about this legendary dance club that's been around since the early 1980s as it keeps contempo with some of the world's best deejays.

Trace

With the best music playlist in the city, Trace's chill and loungy feel can provide a year-round haven from the "A-typical" Wrigleyville haunt without sacrificing its status as a premier spot to catch a game.

Metro

Chicago's independent music venue since '82.

Cell Block

This leather bar brings out all the boys.

Bernie's Tap & Grill

Family-owned sports bar across from Wrigley Field.