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Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern
BBQ Joint$$$$
Old Town Triangle, Chicago
The experts at Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and Serious Eats recommend this place
"Frank Sinatra's old hangout...check."(4 Tips)
"Love the rib and chicken combo + the zesty sauce."(63 Tips)
"Ribs and baked beans for the win!"(4 Tips)
"Half slab and creamed spinach - what else is there?!"(4 Tips)
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- Frequented by Sinatra, this tavern is rich in nostalgic history & was part of the latest Batman film. If you like spicy, go for the ribs soaked in Prohibition sauce & you can buy it by the bottle!
ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014Their ribs are drip-off-the-bone amazing and the meals are solidly old fashioned and will leave you waddling out the door with a greasy smile plastered across your puss. Read more
- ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014While the food is just as good as it ever was, the owners have expanded the beer selection over the past few years to include some of our favorite American Craft brews. Read more
Kevin M. McNally, CMPAugust 21, 2018This is where RETURN TO ME was filmed along with so many other movies. Iconic restaurant to enjoy beverages and belly filling meals. Fun staff. So much to absorb-(dare I say, I dare) you will return.
Meghan PreussSeptember 17, 2018Historic bbq spot in Old Town! Get the ribs with Zesty sauce but get some Prohibition sauce (spicier) on the side! There will probably always be a wait to be seated but it’s worth it!
Michael MankowskiApril 13, 2013The best rib joint in Chicago. Get the full slab and prohibition sauce with one of the classic cocktails; manhattan, apricot stone sour or a martini
Pulga RodriguezApril 27, 2019Love this place! Excellent food and service. Everything in the menu is good, you can’t make any wrong choose
AngelaMarch 17, 2015Hands down the best ribs I've had. The prohibition sauce is so money. Onion rings and fresh slaw makes this one perfect meal. Really crowded on the weekends.
Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014This barbecue restaurant's epic reign of ribs—it opened in Old Town in 1932 in a building that was reportedly once a speakeasy—has earned it status as an institution. Read more- L KOctober 1, 2014Amazing ribs! All of the sides are great too, plus some unique beer taps. Come early - this place has a long wait.
Excellent ribs with prohibition sauce. Amazing burger. Order it with the garlic butter for the bun.
Michael GriffinApril 28, 2012Trent highly recommends the steak. Best for the price in Chicago. The ribs with the new Prohibition blend BBQ sauce is still the reason to come.
Lina GonzoSeptember 9, 2012Get the full slab! Say hi to Arnie. He has been giving us welcoming smile for many many years.
Max WennekerJuly 10, 2016Great ribs. Get onion rings as the side and Prohibition sauce as the sauce.
Suzanne PerryJuly 6, 2013Hidden gem. The best ribs in Chicago! Plus they must have the largest selection of craft beers I've ever seen.
Chris AndrewDecember 10, 2014Onion rings and Soy Sandwich for vegetarians. Kevin Brewer on a Tuesday night is the best bar tender!
Serious EatsApril 8, 2014The baked ribs aren't for everyone, but it's hard to argue with the old school charm.
Dana JensenMay 30, 2015Fall-off-the-bone ribs (hallelujah), strangely good bread, okay sides, nice sauces (all relatively mild, but flavorful)
Gabe JohnsonDecember 5, 2013Sinatra would have bought a Twin Anchor's t-shirt if he could have.. he really would have. Read more
Jake SmithNovember 10, 2012The pulled pork sandwich is decent; get it with the zesty sauce and the true standout at this joint: the onion rings.
Has Some Of The Best Ribs Ever, and It's a Block or Two Away From One Of My Sister's Houses.
Michelin Travel & LifestyleAugust 16, 2011The zesty baked beans actually are zesty! Who minds waiting on a Friday night with all the great drafts they have at the bar. - Inspector
Michael G.April 4, 2019Ribs with Prohibition sauce. So good it shouldn’t be allowed. Meanwhile, the onion rings were terrible m.
Jeff CarterJuly 23, 2015Been here a number of times and they are coasting on reputation. Food just isn't very good. Atmosphere great.
- Gretchen YlerNovember 19, 2009YUMMMMMMMMM-Y! Quite possibly some of the best BBQ ribs and pulled pork in the city. Be prepared to wait on a weekend night, but dont worry - you'll find the coldest pints around!
Try a Full Slab of Ribs w Prohibition Sauce, Fries....and a Dirty Martini!
Order the ribs with zesty sauce! It's the best item on the menu.
Laura MillerNovember 27, 2009Go here and be sure to order the ribs. This restaurant was also featured in the most recent Batman movie, and used to be a popular hangout for Frank Sinatra.
VickieJanuary 21, 2011Love the rib and chicken combo + the zesty sauce. Great any night of the week!
DKH CreativeApril 5, 2011Get as much of the brown bread (maybe it's Pumpernickel?) as you can - it's amazing!
Marty AJune 6, 2010Great atmosphere. I do NOT understand the raving over the overcooked, overprepared, uninteresting ribs et al! Disappointing is all I can say. Especially since I live so close.
Max LoegtersJune 4, 2012never even thinking about what I am ordering: always full rack of ribs with zesty sauce and a baked Idaho potato.
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Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern
1655 N Sedgwick St (at Eugenie St)
Chicago, IL 60614
United States
Chicago, IL 60614
United States
Closed until 4:30 PM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 4:30 PM–9:30 PM
- Fri
- 4:30 PM–10:00 PM
- Sat
- Noon–10:00 PM
- Sun
- Noon–9:30 PM
(312) 266-1616
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 9.3
"Really good fun. We were near the front and I’m glad we weren’t picked on."
Ryan Pavey - 8.5
"Classic neighborhood spot with good beer, cocktails, wine and food."
C Rey - 8.6
"An amazing place. Lots of character and heritage for the community. Service was outstanding. Cash only but a handy ATM in the bar. Full bar. Paintings are incredible!!!!"
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