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Billy Goat II

309 W Washington St
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 899-1873
billygoattavern.com
3 star rating based on 3 reviews
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Daily 8am-11pm Open 7 Days a Week  
Status: Closed  
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tel: (312) 899-1873

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A true Chicago classic, this bar-lunch counter was immortalized on "SNL" for its "cheezborger, cheezborger, cheezborger."

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In Short A choice spot among tourists, traders, newsies and city workers, this place is so Chicago, it's surreal. Expect original wood-paneled walls covered with photographs, newspaper columns and a Wall of Fame of journalists, some of whom still warm bar stools here. Burgers, dogs and steaks are the norm, but you're sure to get berated if you don't order the double "cheez":Two thin,... more
Posted by Contributor on April 21, 2009, (Edited September 07, 2004)

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Like its darker, subterranean brother off North Michigan Avenue, this Billy Goat tavern serves up the cheeseburgers made famous by a 1970s ''Saturday Night Live'' TV skit. The quick grill technique of the cook means the burgers are ready in no time, so the Goat is a popular lunch spot for busy traders. Afternoons, the place gets busy again with municipal workers and more traders hashing over... more
Posted by chicagotribune on May 03, 2007

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The Billy Goat Tavern Original near the Tribune Towers and Wrigley Building is the place to hear the latest gossip among the savviest writers in Chicago. Its brother location harbors just as much of an after-work scene, in this case trading journalists for public workers and traders. Lunchtime gets busy thanks, in no small part, to the renowned "cheezborgers" made famous after a 1978 "SNL"... more
Posted by centerstagechicago on April 10, 2007

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Burgers and Beer by Shadae Y. at InsiderPages

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If you are counting calories this is not the spot. This is a juicy gigantic burger very tasty and seasoned with a southern flare.
They have hardwood floors and the locals lounge with
burger and beer it is a casual night out.
Posted by Citysearch User on April 21, 2009, (Edited October 23, 2008)

dieters beware! by linda B. at InsiderPages

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The food here is salty and greasy...in other words, really good! I had a wonderful cheeseburger and I think they actually serve fries at this location too. Plus it's super cheap.
Posted by Citysearch User on April 21, 2009, (Edited April 13, 2008)

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billy goat ii serves american food... more
Posted by restaurantrow user on February 04, 2007
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