Affable neighborhood sports bar straddling Lincoln Park and Lakeview attracts a post-college crowd.
(773) 525-2515
810 W Diversey Pkwy
(Halsted Street)
Chicago,
IL
60614
41.9327
-87.6494
Neighborhoods: North Side, DePaul
Durkin's
Last updated 11.20.09
What People Are Saying About Durkin's Tavern
The Owner
Durkin's Tavern
Owner
Durkin's is the friendly neighborhood Irish pub where everyone can feel at home. And with the oldest continuous beer license on Chicago's North Side, Durkin's is full of history. The staff is fun and friendly, and the atmosphere lends itself to a good time had by all. Durkin's is a great place to catch all of your favorite sporting events while eating and drinking with your friends. There are 40 TVs in view from any place in the bar.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Fresh-faced 20-somethings in hooded sweatshirts, jeans and ponytails swing by for Bass pints, Miller bottles and sports or "The Simpsons" on 50 TVs throughout the snug room. Ball-capped barkeeps man the helm from behind an oak counter; shot glasses lined up at either end portend what happens as evenings progress. A monster stereo system sits in back of the bar, but the rock and pop is at eardrum-friendly decibels. Sports is the focus here, as the Steelers banners and baseball hat collection along the west wall attest. – – The Draw – Durkin's is, quite…
10/26/09
Durkin's is now an ILLINI Bar!
by Nando1117 at Citysearch
Stopped by for college football and saw that it is now an ILLINI BAR! Finally somewhere to watch Illini games where you don't see other college team flags being flown! Plus their football special gives you food and beer for 8 hours! Definitely stopping by again!
- Pros: ILLINI
10/23/09
Wow
by Oscar61 at Citysearch
Durkin's is looking really good these day's. They have totally updated all of the rooms with new TV's and cleaned the place up. I love that they are a U of I bar now. My favorite is $1 well drinks on Thursdays! I had my birthday party there last week and I had a blast. The staff was tons of fun and really friendly.
- Pros: Great place to watch a game or have a party
06/30/09
Right on!
by CaptainPlanet at Citysearch
Nothin' like poundin a few mcgerkin's at good ole Durkin's! That's what we always say down at DUrkin's on Tuesday night. I love these guys cause a lotta my old gollcege buddies hang out here and they know what's up. This is a good spot to chug a couple brewskies and get ready to party.
- Pros: Durkin's is doin it!
- Cons: Its not sluggers
The Details on Durkin's Tavern
Save Time:
The bar's cash-only, but don't worry about stopping at the bank--there's an ATM inside.
Save Money:
Nightly drink specials (except Friday and Saturday) include $3 "you call its" (shots, bottles, drafts--anything) on Sundays and $2 draft beers every Monday.
Know Before You Go:
This is a gathering spot for Pittsburgh Steelers, Purdue Boilermakers and Sharks (Aussie Rules football team) devotees, so crowds form when games are on. Pittsburghians can get a bottle of genuine Iron City Beer.
Category:
Bars & Clubs, Sports Bars, Bars & Pubs, College Bars
Payment Methods:
Cash
Bar & Club Type of Music:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
Message from Durkin's Tavern
- 40 TVs
- Weekend Brunch
- Party Packages
Durkin's is the friendly neighborhood Irish pub where everyone can feel at home. And with the oldest continuous beer license on Chicago's North Side, Durkin's is full of history. The staff is fun and friendly, and the atmosphere lends itself to a good time had by all.
Durkin's is a great place to catch all of your favorite sporting events while eating and drinking with your friends. There are 40 TVs in view from any place in the bar.
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