Butch McGuire's

The grand old man of Division Street clubs, this joint still dishes up strong drinks and tasty sliders.

(312) 361-8412

20 W Division St (State Parkway)
Chicago, IL 60610 41.9039 -87.6294

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Neighborhoods: Central, Near North Side

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Hours:

Sun-Fri 11am-4am

Sat 8am-5am

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Butch McGuire's

Butch McGuire's

What People Are Saying About Butch McGuire's

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Butch McGuire's

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Chicago's very own Irish Pub, located in the Gold Coast near Rush & Division. Butch opened his saloon in 1961 & since then this Irish bar has made Division Street what it is today. Butch's Tavern is famous for its Christmas decor, bloody mary's, brunch & much more. DAILY SPECIALS: Monday: INDUSTRY NIGHT,$3 Coors Light Drafts,$4.50 Angus Burgers w/Cheese Tuesday: $8 Domestic Pitchers,? off appetizers 5-9:30pm,$6.75 Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup Wednesday: $3 PBR Drafts,$0.25 wings Thursday: $3 Corona Bottles,Tacos & Burritos ($1.50 Beef & Chicken or $2 Steak) Friday: $4 Harpoon I.P.A.,$5 Fish…

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The Editor

Peter Behle

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The Scene – Shamrocks, shillelaghs and a slew of nautical tchotchkes cover nearly every visible surface in the bar, which claims to have invented the Harvey Wallbanger and is said to have brought together 6,500 couples over the years. Customers are a loud, jovial, rowdy crowd of suits, tourists and young college grads on the make; the weekend brunch bunch is a mellower (more sober) mix. – – The Draw – Butch's food menu offers satisfying American bar fare (sliders, soups, salads) and probably the best burger in the Gold Coast. The mini-sliders are terrific, too--bigger…

3 Star Rating: Average

11/22/06

Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere!

by jilli10582

I love this bar! The atmosphere is great - definitely go around the holidays to see the crazy decorations! They have lights everywhere, and a train running on a track just below the ceiling!

In additon, they have great food specials every day - try the Friday fish and chips! They also have a good selection of beers. Brunch is unbelievable - go there to share with a friend! They have a few kinds of eggs benedict, which all come with 4 eggs on 4 half-english muffins! Or 4-egg omelettes! They also have a $4 special of 2 eggs and bacon and toast.

In the back, they have two dart boards that are almost always available early in the evening, if you go there for dinner and hang out. Though you may want to bring your own darts.

It's just a great, fun bar to hang at!

  • Pros: Great food, great atmosphere, great value
  • Cons: parking is difficult; take the L
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/22/06

Best bar on Division

by darkhawk5

Not only is this the oldest bar on Division St, but it's also one of the best. They always have great food specials, and the environment is great. Highly recommended.

  • Pros: Great ambiance and food
4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/21/06

Classic Pub

by dondattabiggy

People like to put down pints here, fun-fun place. Ask for Pat the bartender, he'll make your drinks the right way. Open late too, till 4/5am.

The Details on Butch McGuire's

When to Go:

Brunch is served weekend mornings, with everything but steak and eggs below the $10 mark.

Where to Sit:

If you want more quiet, sit in the adjoining dining room--there are still TVs to watch your favorite game.

Category:

Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Singles Bars, Lounges, Sports Bars, Nightclubs, Neighborhood Bars, Taverns, Irish Pubs

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard

Bar & Pub Special Features:

Drink Specials, Private Rooms, Bar Menu, Happy Hour

Restaurant Special Features:

Fine Dining, Brunch, Group Dining, Happy Hour, Dine At The Bar

Cuisine:

Traditional American

Event Planning Services:

Bachelorette Parties, Bachelor Parties

Bar & Club Special Features:

After Hours, 21 & Over, Specialty Cocktails, After Work, Smoking Permitted, Late-Night Scene

Minimum Age:

21

Smoking Permitted:

No

Message from Butch McGuire's

  • In the heart of Gold Coast
  • Holiday Decorations galore!
  • Great Bachelor/ette party spot

Chicago's very own Irish Pub, located in the Gold Coast near Rush & Division. Butch opened his saloon in 1961 & since then this Irish bar has made Division Street what it is today. Butch's Tavern is famous for its Christmas decor, bloody mary's, brunch & much more.

DAILY SPECIALS:

Monday: INDUSTRY NIGHT,$3 Coors Light Drafts,$4.50 Angus Burgers w/Cheese

Tuesday: $8 Domestic Pitchers,? off appetizers 5-9:30pm,$6.75 Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup

Wednesday: $3 PBR Drafts,$0.25 wings

Thursday: $3 Corona Bottles,Tacos & Burritos ($1.50 Beef & Chicken or $2 Steak)

Friday: $4 Harpoon I.P.A.,$5 Fish & Chips

Saturday: $5 Smirnoff Flavored Vodka Drinks & Bombs,$7 Jumbo Bloody Marys & Mimosas,? off Appetizers 6-11:30pm,$4 Farmers Market 8-11am

Sunday: INDUSTRY NIGHT $3 Miller Lite Drafts,$7 Jumbo Bloody Marys & Mimosas,$2 Chili,$1 Hot Dogs after 3pm

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