Tips About This Business
The entire venue is nonsmoking.
A private dining room is available for events, and can accommodate groups up to 50 people. The entire bar, closed on weekends for private events, can be booked for parties of up to 148 people.
Discounted parking through validation is available through 203 N LaSalle building next door.
Editorial Reviews from the web
In Short Named after a courtroom meeting between judges and attorneys, this spot takes advantage of its proximity to several major area law firms and downtown businesses. Wood furnishings are coupled with several televisions (including two large flat-screens behind the bar), keeping customers comfortable and current with day's events. The menu includes burgers, quesadillas and spinach...
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Posted by Contributor
on April 21, 2009, (Edited October 29, 2006)
If you're feeling a little awkward during happy hour here, then you're probably not a lawyer. Perhaps it's the name or maybe it's the building in which this bar is located, also home to dozens of law firms. Regardless, it's full of swaggering, boasting suits, but they need a place of their own too, right? Sidebar is owned by the guys behind a number of Lincoln Park taverns and actually serves...
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Other Reviews from the web
I have worked near Sidebar for the past three years and have been there way too many times to count. The food is ALWAYS consistently great. I am a big fan of the Burger and Fries but will sometimes get the crispy chicken salad. I really can't say enough about the place. This is one of only a handful of restaurants that I frequent here in chicago. The only drawback is that they are usually...
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Posted by garnold0416
on April 21, 2009, (Edited February 08, 2009)
Great tots, good burgers, a bit on the pricey side for lunch but high quality! Nice staff and quick service.
Pros
+ Great tots!
Cons
- Get there early for lunch
Posted by 10ECStud
on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 18, 2008)
Consistent performer. I work around the corner, and end up eating at Sidebar probably once every 10 days. The chicken tortilla soup is delicious. The salads are very good. For an entree, I have had everything from a French Dip sandwich, Fish Tacos(sounds crazy but very tasty), and all were good.
Other part I like is that even though it is frequently packed, the service is top notch and the...
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Posted by james1970
on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 28, 2007)