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Cheesie's Pub and Grub

Sandwich Spot and Mac and Cheese Joint$$$$

Lakeview, Chicago

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Ranked #1 for grilled cheese sandwiches in Chicago
This sandwich spot is famous for their grilled cheese sandwiches. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Garlic knots, fried pickles, and the frenchie are my fav!!!"(9 Tips)
"The Tradicion is absolutely amazing - the chorizo is just perfect."(6 Tips)
"Go there for the cheap, delicious drinks and the grilled cheese!"(20 Tips)
"also have fried pickles"(7 Tips)

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MichaelAugust 9, 2015
Nice variety of brews on tap, and amazing sandwiches!
kristen loperJanuary 9, 2015
Been here 10+ times
They substantially raised prices with the new year - anything but ass-in-a-can domestics jumped one to two bucks each.
Alex JewellApril 12, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Amazing amazing amazing. Try the Mac and tomato soup. So much room now that they've remodeled!
Bradley CineJuly 28, 2018
Been here 5+ times
So many great sandwiches! OG is just a simple great grilled cheese.
Blake BrittonNovember 19, 2015
Great bar and atmosphere!
Kevin ValeraJune 5, 2012
When the Groupon deal is so good that you can't accommodate all your guests, it can have a negative effect on your business.
Zachary MatsonOctober 3, 2012
Honestly, some of the best food I've had in all of Chicago. I recommend the Tendorizer.
Sleepless In ChicagoDecember 13, 2011
This place is awesome. A full menu of gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches and open late. Geeenious!
Dana JensenDecember 15, 2014
Most of the sandwiches are totally excessive. But that's why you're there, isn't it? The special is almost always worth trying.
Courtney YocumFebruary 13, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Grilled cheese, Mac & cheese, pizza, & beer...awesome joint close to the Belmont cta
AlisonMarch 11, 2022
Awesome late night place. The frenchie was amazing
ᴡ HildebrandMarch 28, 2015
The fried macaroni bites and caprese sandwich are where it's at.
jonas mJune 19
Been here 25+ times
Get the grilled cheese!
Kristin DangerMay 23, 2012
Been here 5+ times
All drinks $4 & open til 5am on weekends, sandwiches are awesome! Can't beat this place
Bob ScribMarch 23, 2013
The Malarkey. Awesome sandwich fight for a sandwich king
Eddy GonzalezNovember 1, 2015
Grilled cheese with a side a tomato sauce, simple but delicious
Lauren WiltgenDecember 7, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Always try the sandwich of the month. Might sound crazy, but it's generally brilliant
StreetWise_CHIAugust 3, 2012
We have a few vendors nearby! Take their picture, ask them to say Cheese! and send it to us!
Alicia PlominJuly 8, 2015
Keep an eye out for their groupon! And FYI they deliver!
ShaneAugust 22, 2012
Been here 25+ times
The Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey Shot is best when chased with The Husker Heaven Bomb.
Eric MitchellApril 8, 2013
Been here 10+ times
The Tenderizer, a breakfast shot and Tangerine brew will set you right.
jjgirlJuly 20, 2013
Been here 10+ times
this place is great! not every place will let you use the paid amount for an expired groupon they they will!!
Ryan WallaceJune 8, 2012
Awesome new digs after the renovation. Sandwiches unchanged, still the best.
Kellen TerrettAugust 12, 2014
I rarely go, but when I do I ask for something off menu. The cooks never disappoint.
Justin RandAugust 8, 2014
Everything is good here, but you're going to feel it tomorrow.
Steph LehockyApril 1, 2016
Sandwiches and the atmosphere are great!
Melissa KaneJune 18, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Great for late night meal. However the music can be WAY too much sometimes.
Kelly CantonJune 13, 2015
Ya drunk? Eat here and hate yourself tomorrow instead of today! It tastes good, the stomach ache rears its head.
Stephanie S.August 25, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Garlic knots, fried pickles, and the frenchie are my fav!!!
Melissa PaoloniFebruary 16, 2016
The caprese was fantastic!
Lauren WiltgenMay 24, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Everyone here is super awesome. And the food is ridiculously good
Lauren WiltgenDecember 16, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Try the Green Lantern. It's a bit crazy, but it's sweet, and good as shit!
LizJuly 3, 2014
Good selection of local and seasonal drafts
Mark BrouchAugust 7, 2014
Good place to get some dinner and a beer before a show at The Vic.
Andrew WhiteJanuary 2, 2015
Great late-nite place when you need a bite
Zenita LawsJanuary 5, 2013
Mac and cheese grilled cheese sandwich = best thing ever!!!! Try it!!!!
Kevin DayApril 17, 2014
There is pretty much always a standing Groupon for this place, so you should rarely ever be paying full price here.
Matt CosentinoAugust 21, 2016
The caprese is delicious.
Damitz LandersNovember 30, 2014
Sammies n Jammies is the way to go for Sunday funday
Matt LindnerOctober 11, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Try the tenderizer. Bacon, hot sauce, chicken, cheese. Yum!
Cindy HoldaNovember 28, 2014
The melt is good
Drew FJanuary 28, 2012
Been here 5+ times
If you're extremely drunk [and not going home with anyone], this is the place to get your shit together. I highly suggest The Melt or The Mac.
Abby ShureJuly 19, 2011
Order the Frenchie or the Mac with crinkle-cut sweet potato fries on the side! Delicious.
Tiffany Saxon-DavisMay 8, 2013
Gotta get the Mac, and for beers try Lost Coast!
Doug SteinbeckJuly 1, 2011
Had the Sandwich of the Month...it was excellent! Potato salad is great too.
kristen loperAugust 12, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Small Town Brewery's Not Your Father's Root Beer on tap. Hot damn!
Emily S.September 26, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Love the mac n cheese grilled sandwich
Michael MartinezAugust 4, 2013
The Mac is a must! Frenchie ain't too shabby. .
Western NelsonJanuary 23, 2015
I think the bartender Jenna(?) is hot. 9/10 would bang
Time Out ChicagoMay 1, 2012
It's back from the dead! Expanded and with a $4 happy hour...every hour.

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