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Sheffield's Beer and Wine Garden

3258 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: (773) 281-4989

Ratings & Reviews Summary for Sheffield's Beer and Wine Garden

What Users are Saying:

  • Crowded
  • Good for after work
  • Good social scene
  • Good happy hour
5 Star Rating
 
(8 reviews)
4 Star Rating
 
(6 reviews)
3 Star Rating
 
(1 reviews)
2 Star Rating
 
(0 reviews)
1 Star Rating
 
(0 reviews)

User Reviews for Sheffield's Beer and Wine Garden

Citysearch (12), Judy's Book (1), InsiderPages (2), All (15)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/29/2008 Posted by sluggy

My friend and I were both first-timers to Sheffield's after work on a random weekday. We had some drinks, ordered some food - my burger and fries were both super tasty, especially for bar food! - and bottom line, it was a great little hangout. It was a bit of a quiet night, but you could tell the place gets rockin'. The staff was very nice, guys and girls alike. We both left saying we'll be back!

Pros: Friendly staff, unpretentious atmosphere, good food

Cons: It was cold so we couldn't experience the patio...not that that's a true "con" :)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/15/2008 Posted by dangerzone

This place is by far one of the top 3 best beer bars in the City of Chicago. Hands down. Awesome, friendly staff, great food, plenty of room, and the Beer...what else. Staff is very knowledgable and helpful when picking out new beers. I love the fact that you can get a great tasting beer for the same price as a Miller Lite, yet some people will still drink the Lite. Is it the ads? I am out--see you at Sheffield's!

Pros: Beer. Staff. Year-round Garden. Red line access.

Cons: No more Michelle or Jen Ball.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/07/2005 Posted by y8dylvul

Cool beer garden, but you have to get there early to enjoy it. Very Crowded. $4 miller lites, a little over priced, but there is always the $2.50 Oldstyle bottles. Mainly filled with guys (80 %) standing around trying to get the attention of the snobby females (20%). But like all bars, if your drunk it does not matter. Go on a weekday.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/10/2003 Posted by payneme

Being new to town, some friends and I went to Sheffield's. It's right down the street, within stumbling distance. The place was packed and looked great. We had a rawkin' good time, but at $4 a bottle for bud light, I can't say I'll be heading there too often. Maybe they have specials during the week, but the weekend is killer on the tab.

Pros: great atmosphere, huge bar

Cons: expensive

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/05/2003 Posted by micahbuck

After moving to the city almost 2 years ago I have finally found "my" bar. No yuppie B.S. just a pretty solid group of 25-35 year olds that like a casual bar and some damn fine beer. Highly Recomended by just a regular guy!!!

Pros: Superb beers, friendly staff, beautifu amennities

Cons: bathrooms need work

4 Star Rating: Recommended

06/13/2003 Posted by laurataylor

I went to Sheffield's during a visit to the city from Scotland. The drinks were great and although it was busy everybody was very friendly. We met so many nice people and ended up drinking with one crowd all night. I'd recommend this place to anybody looking for a relaxed, fun night out.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/20/2002 Posted by emkinsella

Simply the best neighborhood bar - super-friendly staff, cozy atmosphere - probably my favorite casual spot in the city.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/26/2002 Posted by craytond2000

Excellent food, wine, service, and staff. The ambience is very nice, elegant, and initimate. I would rate this establishment 4 ****'s .

Pros: romantic

Cons: needs better parking

4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/21/2002 Posted by nathanstull_citysearch

My colleagues and I like how this place is in a central location and near the El. So, when we come here, everyone has an easy way home. The beers are well-priced and the selection of taps is average for Chciago pubs. The best thing about this place is the large outdoor area.

Pros: Porch

Cons: crowded in winter

3 Star Rating: Average

05/17/2002 Posted by peterbehle_citysearch

This is one of my favorites, but I was a bit irritated on my last visit. The place was not even half-full -- plenty of room in the beer garden -- and they gave me a hard time about bringing in my 3-year-old. We finally got in, but the hassle was irritating. Anyway, the Anchor Steam on tap here is worth the trip. And the patio beer garden in the summer is fab.

Pros: Beer selection

Cons: A touch of attitude

Editor's Review

Select brews and a popular patio define this Lakeview Garden of Eden.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

On weekday afternoons when the weather is nice, expect the patio to fill by 6pm or 7pm. But there's a constant ebb and flow, so you may not have to wait long to score an outside seat.

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Bar/Club Information

Admission

  • Free

Smoking

  • Yes

Atmospheres

  • Billiards Bar
  • Beer Garden
  • Wine Bar
  • Bars
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Neighborhood

Parking

  • Street
  • Lot

Hours

  • Sun-Fri 11:30am-2am
  • Sat 11:30am-3am

Dress Code

  • Casual

Payment Types

  • Discover
  • Diners Club
  • American Express
  • MasterCard
  • Visa

Music Types

  • Rock & Pop
  • Alternative Rock

Recognition for Sheffield's Beer and Wine Garden

2007 Audience Winner - Beer Selection
2006 Audience Winner - Beer Selection
2006 Audience Winner - Outdoor Bar
2005 Audience Winner - Beer Selection

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