Kirkwood Bar & Grill

 

Corner bar blasting crap top 40 music from speakers on the street, inside there were dozens of tv's everywhere, it was packed with a very young and inebriated Lincoln Park crowd. Douchey popped collar bros and shrill trixies as far as the eye can see. The silent bartender gave preferential attention to those ordering rounds of shots. Tiny uncomfortable bathrooms. Macro beers dominating the laminated beer list, which i'd guess doesn't change often.

Tap selection here was over half macro, barely any craft at all. One Revolution and one Goose tap, just like any other bar in the city. Let's not kid ourselves that this is a beer bar or worth anyone's time on BA. Run don't walk to Northdown, Green Lady, Delilahs, Beermiscuous, Sheffields, or Paddy Longs instead, there are a number of actual beer bars within walking distance.

This is a local hangout for my wife and I and it never disappoints. Solid beer list (including commitment to local breweries) and great outdoor area. The food is top-tier pub grub as well.