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Front Bar

Front Bar

Bars & Breweries in Chicago

4.6 201 Google reviews$20–30

+1 312 649 68 801700 N Halsted St, Chicago, Illinois 60614 · Lincoln Park

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Where to find them

1700 N Halsted St, Chicago, Illinois 60614

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About

Located in front of Steppenwolf’s 1700 Theater, Front Bar is a warm, creative space to grab a drink before or after the show.

Amenities

Service options

  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Live performances

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating

Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
4:30 to 10:30 PM
Wednesday
4:30 to 10:30 PM
Thursday
4:30 to 10:30 PM
Friday
4:30 to 10:30 PM
Saturday
4:30 to 10:30 PM
Sunday
4:30 to 10:30 PM

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