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Green Door Tavern
Speakeasy$$$$
River North, Chicago
"One of the oldest bars in Chicago!!"(2 Tips)
"Fantastic beer selection and order the crispy beef sandwich."(4 Tips)
"I'm surprised Metromix didn't include a photo of the 'Shot Wheel'."(2 Tips)
"corn been sandwich is amazing!!!!"(4 Tips)
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Solid pub food, great beer selection including often obscure breweries. Pretty low ceilings giving it a cosy feel, Green Door is one of the more historically relevant bars in Chicago.
Scott ByerlyJuly 13, 2015Awesome decor and feel to this place! Checkout the crafts on tap. They rotate frequently and always house some of the best beer in Chicago and the U.S.!
Upvoted Feb 25
Kevin M. McNally, CMPDecember 30, 2018Chicago's oldest tavern (est 1921). Fun, eclectic, lots of craft beers and good drinks, food is delicious and you'll feel like you've stepped back in time. Cheers!
Lucille FisherJune 3, 2019Head straight downstairs to the speakeasy - The Drifter to book a table. Then head back to the bar for a drink or so before you’re called to your table in the secret room.
AngelaNovember 20, 2014Cozy, lovely neighborhood bar in River North. Not your typical expensive, loud bar you would normally see in this area. Really friendly bartender & they have a fireplace for those cold chilly nights.- Kevin M. McNally, CMPAugust 20, 2018Step back in time to this classic prohibition pub. Good food, classic beverages, fun staff and easy location. Terrific sign says it all "Hey Pal, this ain't no dress rehearsal." "Cheers!"
OkCupid Daters' ChoiceJuly 18, 2017Green Door Tavern was voted the Best Classic Date Spot by OkCupid users in the first-ever Daters' Choice Awards! Tap Read more for additional date spot categories in Chicago. #daterschoice Read more
Julio CaesarsSeptember 1, 2015This combination worth my 4 hour flight from Mexico City.... Enjoy the Bootleburger with a Little Sumpin Sumpin Ale.
Drunken HistoryNovember 22, 2011Stop in and try what is arguably the best Corned Beef Sandwich known to man. Wash it down with a Moscow Mule or our personal favorite the French 75, which was named after the 75mm howitzer!!!- Allison KaminskiJanuary 8, 2016One of the oldest bars in Chicago!! Great Brussel sprouts and buffalo chicken sandwich. Speakeasy in the basement 😉
Claire PistekMarch 28, 2015Only had drinks, but the vibe and atmosphere were great. Very old Chicago. Great casual dink place in the area.
The FreehandMarch 4, 2015Great beer selection, a rockin' jukebox + pool table, and a newly opened speakeasy downstairs.
T CallahanNovember 20, 2014Cool piece of history with a fun atmosphere. Original doorway still standing since the great Chicago fire.
Jillian BurnickasJune 20, 2016We stumbled in accidentally but it was still a good time. I would definitely go back.
David LeszcynskiAugust 23, 2016The drink I had was ok, nothing spectacular, and I felt bad for the one waitress who seemed to be doing all the work. The history of the building is really cool.
TV Food MapsAugust 29, 2014
This place is a great, historic bar! Ask about its history as a Speakeasy.
Amanda SchwartzMay 7, 2012Try the buffalo chicken salad. Not too spicy but a good kick in the sauce!- Fantastic beer selection and order the crispy beef sandwich. Ask for extra napkins.
Give Julius (aka juicy j) a hug when you walk in the door. He's the most lovable doorman!
Tammy Lynn GilmoreFebruary 14, 2010Good music, sweet waitress, and good chili for this out-of-town Texan. They also have a sign that points out which way to Texas, so I felt right at home! :)
BeckyJune 5, 2013Awesome avacado burger! Plus when you order a medium hamburger, you get a medium hamburger!
Raksha RavikumarFebruary 26, 2014Slice of New York Cheesecake with a Toasted Almond to pair = excellent decision.
Adam SegerApril 15, 2011Green Door Chile with lots of hot sauce washed down with a tall hum & soda will cure the common cold.
Love the Santa Fe burger with guacamole on it. My most frequent order.
Bruce PaulOctober 16, 2011One of the few places from before the fire. A good place to run into famous Chicagoans.- Steve ‘Pudgy’ De RoseSeptember 28, 2012I'm surprised Metromix didn't include a photo of the 'Shot Wheel'. ;=)}
- Drunken HistoryFebruary 20, 2012Check out the Green Door Tavern's history in this short video http://www.drunkenhistory.com/green-door-tavern-chicago
Tallest urinals in the city. The speakeasy room is pretty rad too.
- Steve ‘Pudgy’ De RoseJune 7, 2012This venue has been a tavern since 1927. Nationwide Prohibition was from 1920-33. Hmmm. I think the statute of limitations has expired; so it should be OK to mention.
Paulie is the man. Buy him a shot of jaeger and he will love you.
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- Noon–9:00 PM
(312) 664-5496
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