Wrigleyville Beyond the Game: Dives, Italian Beef and the Park

4.5 (538)

Mon, 17:00 – 01:00 (+1); Tue – Thu, 17:00 – 01:30 (+1); Fri, 13:00 – 01:30 (+1); Sat, 11:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 11:00 – 01:00 (+1)

3439 N Sheffield Ave

Since 1951, Nisei Lounge has held its place near Wrigley Field as a Cubs-focused neighborhood dive. Custom Malört infusions, a formica bar, and a pool table shape the room. The dog-friendly bar also lets patrons bring their own food or arrange delivery from nearby spots to a bar seat.

4.4 (1,476)

Mon – Wed, 10:30 – 01:00 (+1); Thu – Sat, 10:30 – 03:00 (+1); Sun, 10:30 – 21:00

3420 N Clark St

At Al's #1 Italian Beef on North Clark Street, the shop roasts and slices its beef in-house before loading it onto fresh French bread. The compact counter has limited seating, so people typically eat standing or take their food to go. That setup fits pregame and postgame crowds.

4.6 (593)

Mon – Fri, 15:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 12:00 – 15:00 (+1); Sun, 12:00 – 02:00 (+1)

3740 N Clark St

Just beyond Wrigley Field's left field wall, GMan Tavern is a decades-old Wrigleyville staple with beer, rotating drafts, and vinyl records. A handmade wooden bar, pool tables, and pinball fill the room, while an intimate back venue hosts live music.

1060 W Addison St

The Chicago Cubs play their home games at Wrigley Field, the historic Chicago ballpark at 1060 W Addison St. Special promotional theme nights also feature in its programming. The stadium anchors the baseball side of this collection of Wrigleyville bars and Italian beef.