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Bad Dog Tavern & Grill

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The Bad Dog Tavern is a neighborhood bar and grill serving a wide ranging menu including appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, pizzas, burgers and heartier fare like ribs, meatloaf, steaks and chicken pot pie. We also have one of the largest beer lists in the city to go with an extensive martini and wine list. The Bad Dog Tavern has 13 hi def plasma tvs which provides ample space to watch your favorite team or any big game. During warm months the Bad Dog boasts one of the largest patio sections in the city with seating for ... read more

Location details

4535 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL, 60625, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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amandawavs 
18 years ago

Good "Bar Food" – We have dined at Bad Dog for both lunch and dinner and had exceptional meals both times. The food is always good and they offer a lot of great alternatives to "bar food". I enjoyed their wine list and my fiance enjoys thier selection of beers. Great option for Lincoln Square drinking and dining! 

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elle1234 
18 years ago

Good food, but unprofessional waitstaff – The first time I went here with friends in the evening for drinks I had a good time - the surroundings were cozy and service was prompt. So I returned with my parents and had weekend lunch in their outdoor area in August 2006. I have never experienced such rude service before. The hostess was fine, but our waitress was gruff and inattentive. Additionally, she questioned me when I wanted to wrap up the rest of my salad to take home and snapped, "You want to take home a salad!?!" The s... read more

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19 years ago

Don't go to Bad Dog Tavern for Bloody Mary's – After noticing the high rating for Bloody Mary's at Bad Dog Tavern, I happened to be in the area the other day and was anxious to try one of these highly recommended Bloody Mary's. It was just a mix with vodka. I had to ask for Olives and/or any other garnishings. There was nothing to the drink ... I could make a better B.Mary at home. In fact it was even served in a small glass, not the common glass one is served when ordering a Bloody Mary. The bar has great choices for beer a... read more

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19 years ago

Better-Than-Bar Food We were pleasantly surprised by the food and atmosphere here. They have great burgers and sandwiches, as well as entrees. The front of the building is a bar with several flat screen TVs, and in the back is a quieter dining area. They also have a great outdoor space. Perfect for a quick bite to eat before movies at the Davis Theater, or you could spend a few hours over beer and appetizers in the bar or patio. 

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19 years ago

Better-Than-Bar Food We were pleasantly surprised by the food and atmosphere here. They have great burgers and sandwiches, as well as entrees. The front of the building is a bar with several flat screen TVs, and in the back is a quieter dining area. They also have a great outdoor space. 

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20 years ago

Jury still out – The look is fairly hip for lincoln square, the servers and bartenders are cool, the outdoor patio is fine, but something is odd. It seems like an bizarre mix of sports bar, quasi mod restaurant with poetry readings/live comedy on Sunday's. I think they'd be better off taking out the TV's and adding more chairs and live music on the weekends. 

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Contributor 
21 years ago

Lincoln Square's bar-and-grill scene takes a stylish step up with this cozy, comfortable space. – The Scene This friendly hangout sets itself apart with a loungy, laid-back vibe combined with cheerful service and keen style sense. Most of the action happens in the front room, with local 20- and 30-somethings hanging at the bar or grabbing a bite at cool sage-green leather banquettes near the window. The smaller back dining room is a more intimate setting with a crackling fireplace and flame-red walls. The Food There's plenty... read more

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21 years ago

Needs time to figure it out – A trendy bar in a stroller heavy neighborhood with an average menu and downtown prices - go to the Grafton across the street for a much better burger and much better prices. I'd hate to see this place fail but they've got to decide if they're going to be a tavern or a trendy restaurant. 

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How is Bad Dog Tavern & Grill rated?

Bad Dog Tavern & Grill has a 3.9 star rating with 37 reviews. 

When is Bad Dog Tavern & Grill open?

Bad Dog Tavern & Grill is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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