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Theory

Theory

Bars & Breweries in Chicago

4.6 1,910 Google reviews$20–60

+1 312 644 00 049 W Hubbard St, Chicago, Illinois 60654 · Near North Side

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Where to find them

9 W Hubbard St, Chicago, Illinois 60654

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About

This upscale sports bar offers an eclectic menu in a slick, loungey space with plentiful plasma TVs.

Amenities

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Sports
  • Trivia night

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Accessibility

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

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Dancing
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food

Dining options

  • Seating

Hours

Monday
4 to 11:30 PM
Tuesday
4 PM to 12 AM
Wednesday
4 PM to 12 AM
Thursday
4 PM to 12 AM
Friday
11 AM to 12 AM
Saturday
10 AM to 3 AM
Sunday
10 AM to 11:30 PM

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