Huffpost: Top Five Sports Bars in Chicago
- Dec 6, 2017
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 6, 2022
Party Earth, Contributor | huffpost.com
Just a few doors south on Clark from The Cubby Bear sits Sluggers, the immensely popular and eclectic three-story sports bar that can provide entertainment to people of any and all interests. By calling Sluggers eclectic, that is not referring to the crowd because it is your typical young, jock-type Wrigleyville scene. Instead, Sluggers is unique because the main floor is filled with TVs, people taking shots, and a bumping dance floor. Doesn't sound unique yet? The basement is a mellow pool hall with people unwinding after the game having a few drinks and good conversation. That mix is enough to make for a distinctive sports bar, however, once you factor in the batting cages, stripper pole, arcade room, and dueling pianos on the top floor, it becomes clear why Sluggers is on this list.
Hey, great post! I love the vibe of the bars you mentioned. While they’re perfect for catching a game, I was wondering if anyone’s thought about combining sports bar fun with gaming like Slope Game? It could be a cool way to attract more folks during off-peak hours—maybe even have a little competition night! Just imagine pairing some good food and drinks with friendly Slope tournaments; it might add an exciting twist to the typical bar scene!
One evening, I challenged myself to play Block Blast without rotating my phone. The awkward angle made every success feel earned.