Chicago Joe's

(773) 478-7000

2256 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60618 41.9542 -87.6853

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Neighborhoods: North Center, North Side

What People Are Saying About Chicago Joe's

The Editor

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In Short – The exterior of this longtime bar and grill is painted with boastful claims--"top ribs," "No. 1 steak," etc. Inside, seniors and groups choose between eating on the fun (but smoky) bar side or in the quieter dining room. Broiled fish dishes and juicy ribs lightly dressed in semi-sweet sauce are menu highlights. The 8-ounce filet is tender and topped with mushrooms; burgers and sandwiches are huge, particularly the "ribwich" and corned beef on rye.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/09/09

Highly reccomend it!

by hockey13forward

Great people, great atmosphere great service . really all around cool place....highly reccomend the mozzerlla stciks

1 Star Rating: Poor

03/30/07

Chicago Joes--Oh, No!!!!

by mpc1973

Worst service I have ever encountered at a restaurant. I can't believe the staff is still employeed. I can't believe that the place is still in business. Don't think twice. keep driving to the next place.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/27/06

Old Chicago Atmosphere

by mshols

I lived near Joe's for several years before I gave it a try and since have become a regular. True, they have a limited menu and once in awhile you get a dish that isn't great, but on the whole, the food is always on par or better than comparative restaurants. The burgers are great; my family loves the sausage and peppers and I love the wings...can make a meal on them alone. The key lime pie always makes a refreshing end to a meal.

As for service, we've alway had good to excellent service. Once in a while it can be a bit slow, but with the great atmosphere of the place, you can sit, relax, look at all the neat memorabilia or watch a game. The bar area is almost always busy with laughter and good times and depending on the timing of your meal, the dining rooms can be either crowded or quiet. The waitstaff has always been attentive to us, has at times made special dishes and I've never had to wait for the check.

The mixed drinks are different with each bartender, sometimes excellent and sometimes not. This is a place for great beer...nobody can mess that one up!

All in all, great familiar foods, great atmosphere, no attitude or pretentions, and a fantastic outdoor seating area.

  • Pros: Atmosphere, parking, patio
  • Cons: Mixed drinks can be so-so, limited menu

The Details on Chicago Joe's

Know Before You Go:

Children's specials are available--generous portions of spaghetti, grilled cheese, chicken fingers and more--but aren't on the menu.

The Extras:

Sundays, 10am-2pm, the restaurant hosts an $8.95 brunch with offerings that range from stuffed shells to whole smoked salmon.

Category:

Restaurants, Catering

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, MasterCard

Cuisine:

Traditional American

Smoking Permitted:

Yes

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