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Bull & Bear
(Now Closed)Sports Bar and American Restaurant$$$$
River North, Chicago
The experts at Crain's Chicago Business and Serious Eats recommend this place
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Bitches Who BrunchNovember 2, 2016Bull & Bear is a perfect place for friends to gather for brunch and take advantage of a sweet bottomless mimosas deal. The food is good too, and offers a variety of brunch dishes. Read more
Serious EatsMay 21, 2013These are really enjoyable wings, mostly due to the crisp skin and robust, flavorful meat beneath. You get both ranch and blue cheese dressing, plus a sizable portion of celery, carrots and radishes
Rudy SmartassAugust 16, 2012I love this place, Great place throughout the weekdays. Real swanky and hip decor. Drinks and hot women. If you get laid from any one of the regulars, consider that you made it in Chicago, True lol
ACME Hotel Company ChicagoNovember 19, 2012Great sports bar with awesome food. They claim to be the Nation’s #1 sports bar the same way we claim to be Chicago’s #1 hotel (both claims, true by the way). The best part you can enjoy the game.
Kobe Beef Burger..enough said! We eat here all the time. Great spot to watch a game and literally order the Kobe Beef Burger every time...mmmm tasty!
Mvp ChicagoNovember 8, 2011The place to be on a Friday night w/ Most Valuable Promotions! Tell the host u are w/ "MVP" 1st drink is on us b4 11pm. $30 optional wristband open bar 9-1 available as well! 630.286.9331 for tables!
Uber Chicago .September 18, 2013Offering one complimentary appetizer ("Open") with purchase of $20 (Friday)/Free DoItYourself Chili with purchase of $20 (Sat+Sun) during Uber Chicago's CHILOVESuberX, 9/20-9/22.
Love the Liquid Asset drinks! A good variety and girl-friendly flavor options! The Mac and cheese is awesome too
Jake SmithAugust 5, 2013If you aren't very hungry but are looking for a quick snack, try either the sweet potato or truffle fries. Also, enjoy the many Goose Island beers available here.
Jarrett PaytonFebruary 27, 2013They have the coolest thing ever... Tappers on the tables! You can't ask for much more. Great place to watch sports on the weekend. Cheers!
Redeye ChicagoJanuary 27, 2015Try the themed specials such as Lunch Lady Land sloppy joe sliders and Farley's Chippendales chocolate chip ice cream sandwich. Read more
Eric B.July 23, 2013Great service, very friendly atmosphere, good food, wine and spirits. And Seth , poured some great drinks with service to match.
Andres Ramirez Gaston SeminarioApril 7, 2016The Kobe burger was very good and the fries with a bit of truffle flavour were just amazing
michelle jimenezJanuary 12, 2015Good to just chill out and listen to the dj play a variety of music.
Laney BJuly 2, 2011Great service! Took the waitress's recommendation for turkey sloppy joes, her favorite thing on the menu. Was Delicious! My friend got the nachos...yummy too.
!:gem:!May 10, 2014The brunch mimosas for $5 are the best deal I've seen anywhere. So is the DIY chili.
Jason PhillipsJune 27, 2013Julie at the bar is probably the best, most helpful, and friendliest bartender I've ever had. And, she's working the whole bar alone!
Colin CJuly 6, 2010Great burgers, if you're planning to catch a big event, reserve a tbl ahead of time, it gets pretty crowded. After the game head down the street to EPIC (112 W. Hubbard St) to keep the party going
Doug WamplerJanuary 5, 2013Not a typical Chicago sports bar. Very hip, classy, and homogenous with other River North hotspots like Rockit, Underground, et al. Enjoy!
Ash WFebruary 20, 2012Best service in A chicago sports bar - great staff Cheddar mashed potatoes is amazing. Tables have a tap for easy boozing.
Techweek 2012April 17, 2012One of our favorite happy hour spots. Especially nice when you can grab a seat on the patio.
Case of the Mondays? No need!! Start your week off right at at Bull & Bear for Monday Night Football. They've got spectacular specials like $3 Bud & Budlight bottles, and me...front and center :)
- michelle jimenezJanuary 12, 2015Awesome service. Mike was walking around making sure you were comfortable .
ChristopherJune 12, 2014Clearly not a soccer bar, judging by empty tables at the start of the World Cup!
JasonApril 4, 2014I stopped in here for a beer and the place was buzzing. The NCAA tourney was on so I enjoyed that. I meant to get back but never made it. Maybe next time.
The shrimp tacos are the best thing on this planet. And get the lush to drink. They put watermelon in it!
Absolutely the most mouth watering, deliciously, oustanding chicken sandwhich ever. Love the added avocado. And of course the fries. Love this food!
I recommend the grilled boneless wings with award winning BBQ sauce if your health concious...The Lush is the summer drink for sure under Liquid Assets;)- Jarrett PaytonFebruary 22, 2013The Southwest Salad is so good. Sweet potato fries are bomb! #foodiechats
- Best burgers in Chicago and the table taps kick ass. Check out Bull & Bear on Thursdays then head down the street to RiNo late night with Outfit Events!
Get the habanero sauce on the side for everything. Stuff has some spice....if you can handle it.
Bull & Bear was supposed to provide complimentary waffles this morning between 7-9 at my apartment building. They failed to show up & I went to work hungry like a poor. I want answers!
Rachelle BowdenJanuary 24, 2010Call ahead to reserve a table. Each table has two beer taps on it. When you call you can specify the type of beer you prefer on your tap.
Poggled Party-PatrolJune 11, 2011$15 for $30 Worth of Brunch & Beverages ($30)! Get this great deal now from poggled.com or our iphone/android app.
Victoria ElliDecember 11, 2013NYE 2014 at Bull & Bear, Chicago, IL, early @ Tuesday December 31 2013.Grab your tickets @
The FeastJune 10, 2011Call ahead to reserve the tableside taps, which let you pour your own beer without the wait.
Eric BruceJuly 28, 2013Place has a Guido-esque dress code. Apparently no shorts allowed... in a Sports Bar... in July! Oy vey... oy vey indeed.
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- Mon–Fri
- 11:30 AM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- 10:00 AM–3:00 AM
- Sun
- 10:00 AM–2:00 AM
(312) 527-5973
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
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Outdoor Seating
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