(312) 266-1616
1655 N Sedgwick St
(North Avenue)
Chicago,
IL
60614
41.91267
-87.63863
Neighborhoods: Lincoln Park, North Side
Years in business
Established in 1932
Hours:
Mon-Thu 5pm-11:30pm
Fri 5pm-12am
Sat 12pm-12am
Sun 12pm-10:30pm
Price:
$$
Last updated 8.16.11
Category:
Bars & Clubs, Barbecue Restaurants, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Celeb Hangout, Lunch Spot, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Business Dining, Group Dining, Carry Out, Bar Scene
General Info:
Open 7 Days
What People Are Saying About Twin Anchors Restaurant-Tavern
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
In Short – Once a Prohibition speakeasy, this low-ceilinged, dimly lit space nearly always has a wait. The dining room seats 60, while the bar squeezes in another 15 around curved leather booths. Baby back ribs are the main attraction, served with extra sauce--zesty or mild. Choose baked potato, ridge-cut fries or onion rings on the side. Other entrees include broiled tiger shrimp, burgers, pulled pork and a half-chicken that's fried then quickly broiled and basted with barbecue sauce.
Editor's Tips
- Fun Fact:
- Star-spotting abounds at this place. It used to be Frank Sinatra; these days, you might see the Second City performers or Bonnie Hunt, who used the restaurant as an Irish eatery in her film "Return to Me."
- Parking:
- Side streets are permit-only parking; use valet or head to the Piper's Alley pay lot on North Avenue instead.
- Where to Sit:
- In the summer, sit outside in the outdoor cafe and enjoy the downtown ambiance.
| ambiance | 100.0% positive |
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| drinks | 100.0% positive |
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| food quality | 78.26000213623047% positive |
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| menu variety | 100.0% positive |
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| overall | 75.0% positive |
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| service | 95.0% positive |
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| value | 100.0% positive |
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| wait time | 100.0% positive |
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Hands down the best ribs
by Kev C at Citysearch
All you need to decide is spicy or mild. Incredible ribs that just fall off the bone.
Chicago staple
by italiaP1 at Citysearch
Before I moved to Chicago I would always come here. Since I live here I have only been once but I will definitely be back. If you are entertaining guests from out of town or just want a really good dinner - Twin Anchors is never a bad choice.
- Pros: Really good Barbecue
Not sure what the fuss is about
by chitownjerry at Citysearch
So many people told me these were the best ribs in Chicago. I didnt find them to be that great. Maybe just a bad night? The ribs were inconsistant, very dry meat in sections. Inexcusable for the price and the hype.
- Pros: the beer was good
- Cons: the ribs were just OK
Sinatra didn't know his ribs
by catchris98 at Citysearch
Historic...yes. Total dive (in a good way)...yes. Worth experiencing...yes. Best ribs let alone good food...no way. I never understand why people who rave about this place always start by raving about the food. I totally agree that it's an institution steeped in history, but every time I come hear the food totally lets me down. The food should not be the reason you come here.
- Pros: Historic
- Cons: Food
The ribs are fall off the bone good.
by patrickhayes at Citysearch
Now that being said if you are into southern BBQ this is not. The food is good and the help is very nice. But this place really is more than just the food. I really liked the feel of the place. We sat in the front corner of the bar and a cold Saturday morning. It just felt right. I felt like I was from the neighborhood and this is the place we hang out. There are better ribs out there but these where still very good. I have to recommend trying it. I may try to go when it is busy to see how the atmosphere is then.
The Details on Twin Anchors Restaurant-Tavern
Place Categories:
- best darn ribs
- favorite rib place
- great service
- dry ribs
- good fine food
- great onion rings
- enjoy atmosphere
- good people
- famous bar
- very dry meat
- nice chicago
- recommend chili
- great baby backs
- good better food
- best the
- pretty bad wait
- very nice help
- outstanding side dishes
- great bbq
- great locals
- entertaining guests
- good option
- nice sauce
- great cant
- good outs




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