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3747 N Southport Ave
Chicago,
IL
60613
41.9499
-87.664
Neighborhoods: Lakeview, North Side
What People Are Saying About Take Five
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – The concept is simple: a) All food items and most drinks cost $5 or under, and b) TVs are everywhere, ranging from booth-side 20-inch monitors to monster 110-inch screens. The expansive open room's tall walls and unobstructed sight lines mean no neck craning. Crowds of predominantly male sports fans huddle around high-top tables and nosh, glued to the action, while couples tend to opt for booths to enjoy a wall-mounted private viewing.
10/01/08
Menu Prices Went Way Up and Portions Got Smaller
by Rick26 at Citysearch
A group of friends went today for a Cubs game. The menu used to have everything for $5, great concept. Now they have changes to the typical bar menu where entrees are as high as $19. On top of that the portions have gotten considerably smaller. Had the chicken burrito and a couple of chips for $6.50 ... finished it in three bites. The beer was also priced fairly high the had a special 22 ounce beer special for $6 ... I wouldn't call that a great price. These days the TVs in the bars are usually in HD for sports viewing but somehow they don't have it which is suprising.
On the positive, the service was very good and the waitress was very helpful.
08/23/07
chiguy24 = weirdly passionate about saying Take Five isn't good - I disagree
by chrisegilbert at Citysearch
You can't find a better place on Southport to watch a game. Furthermore, their food (meatball sub, burger, fries, french dip, spinach artichoke dip, etc.) is definitely worth $5, the specials are REALLY enticing, and nothing beats patio dining on Southport. While this isn't the most amazing bar I've ever been to, it's definitely worth the visit ESPECIALLY if you're looking to watch a game.
- Pros: Value, Service, Location
06/21/07
Good drink specials and nice location
by chinene at Citysearch
My friend and I have been here several times for its cheap drinks and specials as well as the $5 menu. The food is okay but you're not going to get gourmet for $5!! And the drinks are a little weak, but you can also get some tequila and other liquor shots for $5 which is a good deal. Definitely a good place for a lot of people not trying to spend their whole checks on a good time. Also, its on Southport, so it was really nice sitting on the patio doing a little people watching.
- Cons: Parking can be a little rough.
The Details on Take Five
When to Go:
Brunch-goers impatient with the long waits at Southport cafes on weekends can duck in here for instant seating and $5 breakfasts.
The Extras:
Each item on the menu costs $5.
Parking:
The Southport meter readers are notorious for ticketing; fill your pockets with quarters to replenish the meters when necessary or valet for $10.
Know Before You Go:
The kitchen closes at 10pm Sunday to Thursday and 11pm Friday and Saturday.
Category:
Restaurants, Sports Bars, Neighborhood Bars, Bars & Pubs
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
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Minimum Age:
21
Smoking Permitted:
No
