Northdown Cafe and Taproom
| Address: | 3244 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA |
| Phone: | +1 773-697-7578 |
| Site: | northdownchicago.com |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–3AM 11AM–2AM |
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A Private User
This place sucks, and Ill never patronize it again. I spent over $30 on a few Three Floyds draught beers and also had the french fries which were awful. There was lady who was sitting at the bar using a laptop computer whom I surmise was an employee or owner of the establishment. She was exceptionally aloof and unfriendly. The bartender had been fairly friendly, prompting me to leave a generous tip. When I left, however; he did not respond when I said goodbye to him.
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A Private User
My brother and I happened to be in the neighborhood and in need of a beer when we walked in the northdown cafe and our thirsts were more then answered. The bar keep was a fellow veteran and extremely helpful in answering all out questions about the sour beer we had on our minds. We left feeling great from the shots of freedom and wealth of knowledge provided to us while here and would highly recommend anyone who is thirsty to do the same, you wont regret it!
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Jason Giamou
One of the best beer menus in the city, rotating almost daily. If youre a beer nerd and dont want the beer snob attitude that you get from many other places with a beer menu as in depth as theirs, visit this gem. Food is fantastic as well, chicken sandwich is one of the best Ive had, pork frittes are legit, you just may want to do some cardio first so you feel better about eating them!
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Clarke Snell
Whoever answers their phone when you try to call to ask about event services is IMPRESSIVELY rude. They gave a short, unhelpful answer after I kindly informed them that I had already gone about contacting them via email and proceeded to abruptly hangup after their rude remark before I could get a word out edgewise. The food might be great but customer service is far from.
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Matt G.
Northdown has been serving up an eclectic mic of craft beers and hearty gastropub fare for the last few years. Its a nice low-key spot to actually relax and talk with friends over beers and dinner. They really know their beer, and get some really interesting drafts that rotate constantly. Good location near CTA, and several other craft bars like Green Lady and Four Moon.
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Tyler Pontarelli
Decent neighborhood spot with a great beer list. Nice "bro-free" atmosphere that is often hard to find at Lakeview-area taverns. Menu is fairly limited and food is just ok, would have expected much better for the amount of time it took to get to our table. Service at the bar was excellent, much less so when we moved to a table.
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Nick A
Surprising amount of good vegan options on the menu like: vegan "pork" fries with almond "cheese", a burger, and quinoa with roasted vegetables. Lively vibe on weekends. They had some severe issues with their kitchen last time I visited (resulting in over an hour delay for our entrees), but they were very apologetic about it.
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Matt Kroll
Northdown has a nice beer selection and a pretty laid back atmosphere. The bartenders are easy-going and have no problem handling any questions you might have. Prices are average for the selection. I think this is a good place to meet a few friends for a drink after work. The food menu is pretty good, too.
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Eric Olson
You is my favorite bar in the city. The draft list is always impressive and its likely the best bottle list around. Food is decent (the pork fries are better than decent) and the main bar room has a great feel. This a little older little more mature crowd usually and I love it here.
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Dan Braun
Stellar beer selection including plenty of hard to find varieties. Ive had drinks there on multiple occasions but only eaten here once. That said, the burger was excellent. It can get crowded in the evening so if your focus is dinner Id probably recommend going early in the night.
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Kris Stenglein
$50+ bucks for a chili dog, a burger and 2 beers for my girlfriend and I to have a night out. What a joke. The food was mediocre at best, the beer selection was good but over priced and the service at the bar wasnt exactly friendly. So many better options close by.
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Dan Burgess
Tried to visit this place on Monday, June 27 at 2pm. Their hours on the door say 11am to 2am but they were not open. I had paid $4 for two hours of parking already. Bars and restaurants should honor the hours that are publicly posted.
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Matthew Sabo
This is my definitive local place - my fallback/default for dinner, lunch, and drinks. Fantastic food, a great rotating tap list, and they can still throw down a great Manhattan. Two words: Turkey Balls That is all.
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Rachel Weber
Possibly my favorite bar in Chicago. The beer, service, and food are fantastic. Its fun, laid back, and always has a good crowd. Seriously, dont miss this one. Oh, and bring your vegan friends here - theyll be happy.
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E. A.
Laid back and good selection of beers. Food is all right, my only concern: the staff/the owner: they are moody! They dont say hi, they dont say bye. You dont feel welcome! Hey guys....thats business, smile!
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Amanda Olson
Good neighborhood bar with a great draft and bottle beer selection including some hard to find beers. The mac-n-cheese is my favorite on their menu, but the burgers are decent too.
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Ed Kurth
My favorite bar in Lakeview. Always a great, diverse tap list of quality beer. Very good food, pork frites are amazing. Laid back, old school atmosphere.
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A Private User
It doesnt get any better than this; the perfect combination of great bartenders, excellent food and an ever-changing, diverse selection of craft beers.
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Kurt R
Northdowns burger was delicious. One of the best in the city. Beer selection includes a handful of hard to get Three Floyds beers. Highly recommended!
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A Private User
Great beer selection. Food not so great -- reuben was incredibly salty, fries were even worse. Maybe other options on the menu are better.
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Chris VanKula
Food is exceptional every time I go. And you cant beat the beer selection. This place is going to be hugely popular once the word gets out.
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Aaron Brown
Tasty beers, tasty food. Bartenders are nice too. Go here for an excellent draught list and even better bottle/can list.
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Kenny Griffin
this place rocks! food is on point with both meat eaters and veggies lovers. The best craft beer seen in Lakeview.
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Ben Hinds
Awesome spot! Tons of seating, table and booth and bar options. Great food menu too. Low key and family friendly.
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Paul Koehring
There is always a great selection of beers on tap and the food is awesome. Try the John Hughes mac and cheese.
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Dave Petersen
Northdown has a huge selection of beers and some truly unique hot dogs. The dog with kimchi was delicious.
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Lisa Perez
The service was great, the atmosphere good, the food was disappointing, and the drinks were overpriced.
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Erik Graves
Great food and beer. Love joining the Mikkeller Running Club on the first Saturday of each month.
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Matt Drab
My favorite bar in Chicago. Amazing beer, great food, always a nice crowd, but seats available.
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Sara Swinehart
Food here used to be a lot better... but the beer selection is as juicy and amazing as ever.
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Kat Barry
Extensive vegan options and craft beers. Something for everyone and a convenient location.
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Dan T
Pinball machines are in terrible condition: X-Men, Simpsons Pinball Pary, World Poker Tour
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Joe Daniel
Food thatll fill you up and make your taste buds dance. Great beer and whiskey choices
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Ralph Chilton
Candied bacon, fried pickles, a _staggering_ list of bottled beer and friendly staff.
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Brian Nielsen
Good beer selection, good cocktails, awesome food for carnivore and vegan alike.
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Tom Frascone
On the expensive side but great selection and service. Food was great too.
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Karl Kestermann
Fantastic food and one of the best beer lists in Chicago. Hands down!
