Bucktown guidebook
Neighborhoods
Bucktown is known for its low rise flats and its bustling 6 corner "heart" - where Wicker Park and Bucktown collide. 6 corners is full of local boutique and mass retail options, local bars + restaurants and some great patio options for people watching. This neighborhood is known for easy access to the blue line and main bus routes. The 606 trail is just a 5-10 minute walk away (depending on the entrance) - the bridge at Leavitt and the dragon at dame are wonderful landmarks for 606. While on the 606, check out the light installation recently added on the northern extension (best viewed at night). There are also a lot of great places for entertainment. Play shuffle board at The Royal Palms, or catch a show/dancing at Gorilla Tango Theatre. Holstein Park has a great open public area to relax or play a game. We love walking through the neighborhood on Sundays or taking a Divvy bike around to grab a drink/dinner.
Bucktown
Local bars & pubs
Just a little 0.5mi south of us in Wicker Park. Per the name, they're a sausage/link restaurant with great monthly rotational fare! Their beer menu is insane...LED board behind the bar details their almost 50 options.
Map Room has wonderful beer selection. Cash is preferred but cards are accepted. Can get crowded quickly. So, if you want a seat, get there early!
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Map Room
1949 N Hoyne AveMap Room has wonderful beer selection. Cash is preferred but cards are accepted. Can get crowded quickly. So, if you want a seat, get there early!
Wonderful staff that makes you feel welcome! Daily specials for both food and drink. Can't get a better patio with covered seating and TVs. Enjoy trivia night on Wednesdays @ 8pm - get there early for a seat.
19 recommandé par les habitants
Jack & Ginger's
2048 W Armitage AveWonderful staff that makes you feel welcome! Daily specials for both food and drink. Can't get a better patio with covered seating and TVs. Enjoy trivia night on Wednesdays @ 8pm - get there early for a seat.
Links Taproom
1559 N Milwaukee AveFood scene
Great brunch spot with solid menu for those who want sweet or savory (or BOTH)! There is always at least 1 food special as well as a coffee or tea special. Wait times can be lengthy.
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toast
2046 N Damen AveGreat brunch spot with solid menu for those who want sweet or savory (or BOTH)! There is always at least 1 food special as well as a coffee or tea special. Wait times can be lengthy.
Man...their burger is insanely good with housemade pickles. There are some insanely good cocktails, and the wine list never disappoints. They've started a new specialty menu recently, which features a seasonal food.
62 recommandé par les habitants
The Bristol
2152 N Damen AveMan...their burger is insanely good with housemade pickles. There are some insanely good cocktails, and the wine list never disappoints. They've started a new specialty menu recently, which features a seasonal food.
If you like donuts, you need to go to Stan's. Nutella stuffed pockets. Pistachio cake. Blueberry fritter. Line can build but goes fast.
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Stan's Donuts & Coffee
1560 N Damen AveIf you like donuts, you need to go to Stan's. Nutella stuffed pockets. Pistachio cake. Blueberry fritter. Line can build but goes fast.
Games + Drinks
Great draft and can beer menu with board games available. They have a great rotational menu, and everyone can find something they like. Full suervice, too, for those who want a cocktail or glass o'wine. No food but you can order delivery. (Also, the infamous red cooler tamale man comes every Friday and Saturday.)
Shuffle board, drinks and entertainment...you can't go wrong here. TRP opened in 2018 and brought some much needed entertainment to the area. Be ready for crowds, as this spot has quickly become a neighborhood attraction.
12 recommandé par les habitants
The Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club
1750 N Milwaukee AveShuffle board, drinks and entertainment...you can't go wrong here. TRP opened in 2018 and brought some much needed entertainment to the area. Be ready for crowds, as this spot has quickly become a neighborhood attraction.
Green Eye Lounge
2403 W Homer St