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Fireside Restaurant & Lounge

Bar and New American Restaurant$$$$

Edgewater, Chicago

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"A unique experience! and don't forget their Bloody Mary bar!"(3 Tips)
"Build your own bloody mary $5.50, oh so amazing"(2 Tips)
"Gouda mac and cheese with asparagus, bacon, and peas is phenomenal."(2 Tips)
"I love this place for the beer list and desserts."(3 Tips)

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outdoor seating
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ribs
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casual
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great value
banana bread French toast
good for dates
s'mores
bar
pork chops
omelettes
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Jeff EarlyFebruary 12, 2016
The pizza was good despite all the pictures that make it look like cardboard. Great light crisp crust, good sauce and ingredients.
ShycuOctober 22, 2017
Restaurant with lots of character and a beautiful year round patio. Brunch on weekends and Bears game specials on Sundays. Breakfast burritos are ample and tasty.
Louise CarmichaelMarch 27, 2014
I love this place for the beer list and desserts. They may not know the difference between asparagus tips and the stalk but I don't eat either so who cares. Great choice for al fresco dining!
tara defranciscoApril 27, 2014
A hidden gem! Awesome salads, summer = a gorgeous patio. Not awesome: the service (they seem to forget about tables if you're eating), & locals shrieking at the bar. Make it Cheers, not Barleycorns.
Kevin O'wingsOctober 7, 2018
I got a messed up meal and they fixed it no questions and I have to say I am super happy with them. Thank you foreside.
Joseph B.May 14, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Great bar. Everyone knows everyone, but the place is large, so there's lots of room for new regulars and visitors. Large and unique beer list.
EaterJanuary 13, 2017
Spoiler alert: The Fireside actually has a fireplace to warm up folks while they sport or hang out with their families. Read more
Mary PhillipsNovember 18, 2019
Go for brunch! The Veggie Lovers Skillet is delicious and there’s a Bloody Mary bar if that’s your beverage of choice.
Mark SchaeferApril 10, 2015
Great all year round. Great outdoor/covered area for much of the year.
Bob DeGraffSeptember 6, 2015
Service was very good. Great beer selection on tap. Beautiful decor and Patio.
Alejandro GarciaMarch 12, 2018
The calamari is so good here! You can't go wrong with their thin crust pizza, fish and chips are delicious.
Avrom litinNovember 1, 2019
Been here 10+ times
Great food, Easy parking. A unique experience! and don't forget their Bloody Mary bar!
Ryan DuffOctober 28, 2012
Been here 25+ times
order chicken tenders and a pesto sauce pizza. Dip the pizza in the BBQ sauce. Enjoy!
Samantha BornemannAugust 31, 2016
Great for late-night food. Back garden room is a treat
Lee KeenanApril 16, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Blackened catfish in all it's forms is fantastic. Love the ribs and pork chops too. Chicken strips, not so much.
Gregg TomlinsonJuly 2, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Build your own Bloody Mary bar on the weekends until 3pm is seriously great. Make one with sriracha sauce, you won't regret it!
Rachel RigdonJune 23, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Gouda mac and cheese with asparagus, bacon, and peas is phenomenal. The back patio is so beautiful and nice as well! Read more
Avi SchwabNovember 2, 2013
Don't miss the bacon jam on the bloody bar.
Dan LobringSeptember 6, 2012
The outdoor patio is open year round. Go for the ribs, dry with sauce on the side.
Dean AdamsSeptember 4, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Newly renovated: sit in the window seats for brunch! Best seats in the house while you sip bloodys!
Bradd EastonApril 30, 2016
Ribs are awesome!!!! S'more dessert so much better than the campfire version. Incredible
David EldridgeFebruary 1, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Make sure to join the frequent diner club for fun rewards. Just reached the free entree level today!
Sabrina RecendezAugust 30, 2014
Saturday and Sunday brunch is my favorite!
Mike NiemczykMay 27, 2013
Banana bread french toast is a fat kid heaven.
Marcy BaerSeptember 2, 2016
Great bunch in a wonderful location!
Russell SchultzMay 25, 2014
The pickles with the sandwiches are zingy like sport peppers! Nice touch. :cD
RoadretroAugust 10, 2011
In warm weather, bring your dog! You can sit out front and tie him/her up at your table...
Samantha BaughFebruary 5, 2012
The veggie with Bacon is the tits. Its huge too...couldn't finish the whole thing
Dallas HensonSeptember 8, 2020
Atmosphere, staff is very friendly.
BobbieMay 19, 2013
Build your own bloody mary $5.50, oh so amazing
Megan FickAugust 12, 2014
Plenty of beer options and open late
Doug DJune 23, 2012
Great patio and massive omelets
Jane FromanSeptember 23, 2016
Pasta dishes mixed drinks
paul garciaJune 22, 2014
Best north side bar in chicago
Amy GuthMarch 6, 2010
The smoked Gouda mac and cheese is serious. Especially with the mushroom, asparagus and tomato add-ons.
Luis MNovember 26, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Spicy blackened chicken Cajun pasta is the best thing ever.
John ThurmondDecember 20, 2012
Not bad. The cajun chicken pasta dish was better than the meatloaf.
Travis WAugust 23, 2010
The gravy. Oh man, the gravy. That's all I can say.
Lillie FrancesOctober 7, 2012
The owner is BATSHIT CRAZY, but the staff soldiers on around him.
Marla Troth MuellerJuly 22, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Cajun Blackened Chicken & Pasta is Delicious
Jake HelmenSeptember 12, 2021
Good atmosphere! Food was about average. Nothing too special
Micah TaupuleAugust 26, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Annie is the awesomest bartender!!
ISC ChicagoApril 15, 2017
250-ingredient Bloody Mary
stephen rileySeptember 4, 2011
Sit in the back patio. Very nice space.
Rusty RectorJanuary 19, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Come see Abe on Tue nights, James on Sunday days and Annie on Sunday n
Janie CostanzoNovember 21, 2011
Calamari to die for!!!!
Alex LovinggoodDecember 7, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Seriously, I love this joint
Caitlin CampbellSeptember 22, 2010
Bring a sweater if u sit by the broken window!
Erich DethloffMay 24, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Mama selita jalapeno ketchup
Marc EmmanuelApril 12, 2011
Been here 10+ times
The best Calamari I'm town!

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