The Bridgeport location of Antique Taco has a lovely outdoor patio that’s even accompanied by a parking lot since the neighborhood is pretty car-friendly. Antique Taco Photo Credit: Antique Taco Bridgeport Facebook Head here on a lazy Sunday for drinks that are anything but standard and a shady afternoon you’ll wanna repeat time and time again. Pilsen has no shortage of amazing outdoor spots, but this sidewalk stop in the heart of the neighborhood puts the rest to shame. Cescas is a Chicago spring destination for sure. A patio to die for? Check, check and check. Cescas Margarita Bar & Grill Photo Credit: Cescas With a line that usually wraps around the block, this self-described taco honky-tonk is serving up fire dishes, music and atmosphere on their sidewalk patio all summer long. No roundup of patio bars in Chicago would be complete without a shout out to this Wicker Park favorite. Big Star Photo Credit: Big Star Instagram This Bridgeport mainstay has not one, but two levels of backyard patio for you to try out. Plan your road trip to Phoenix Bar and Nightclub in IL with Roadtrippers. The Duck Inn Photo Credit: Duckinn Instagram Phoenix Bar and Nightclub is a Dance Club in Elk Grove Village. Whether you’re trying one of the dozen beers on tap or enjoying some of the tastiest dishes this side of the river, Hopleaf is a patio must. Just when you didn’t think it was possible, Andersonville’s staple late-night hang gets that much closer to perfection when it’s outdoor space opens up in the spring. Oh, and if the gorgeous backyard patio isn’t enough for you, the legendary Boystown location also does drag shows, out-of-bounds performances and killer parties all spring that you’re not gonna wanna miss. One of Chicago’s best gay bars and clubs, Sidetrack is a true summertime go-to. Sidetrack Photo Credit: Sidetrack Instagram With a feel more akin to your best friend’s backyard than an actual bar, Happy Village doesn’t have to worry about getting people in, it’s getting them to leave that’s the problem. Happy Village the patio dive you’ve been waiting for. Happy Village Photo Credit: Happy Village Facebook And though, true, the spring or fall is definitely the best time to take in the sun at this beer garden, they also have curling rinks in the winter that are weeeelll worth a visit (or ten). But with a patio like that, this west side spot is a must-visit nonetheless.
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Sip on a signature cocktail and indulge in a bit of much-needed people watching this season and we guarantee you’ll become a regular right quick. Clever Rabbit Photo Credit: Clever Rabbit InstagramĪ vegetarian joint at heart, Clever Rabbit’s outdoor patio is space is one of those under-the-radar gems that needs – nay, deserves – wayyyy more recognition than it gets. This Asian fusion restaurant on the cusp of Wicker Park has got the patio formula down pat: stellar drinks, a crazy-cool space, local art and, to top it all off, some of the best food on the northwest side. Advertisement Mott Street Photo Credit: Mott Street Instagram