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Best Happy Hour Wings Restaurants in Lakeview (60613)

8 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: January 2026

Our Top Pick
The Cubby Bear
Iconic Wrigley-adjacent hangout built for fast bar-food decisions.

Notable Picks

$$ Wrigleyville
A classic Wrigleyville pregame-and-postgame room where wings work best as the dependable, no-drama order while the place runs loud and high-volume. Treat it like a quick happy-hour stop: one wing flavor, one fried side, then get back to the energy.
Must-Try Dishes: Buffalo Wings, Garlic Fries, Chicken Tenders
What makes it special: Iconic Wrigley-adjacent hangout built for fast bar-food decisions.
$$ Wrigleyville
A Wrigleyville institution where wings land best when you order like a regular: keep the ticket simple and let the bar handle the rest. It’s strongest as a familiar, fast happy-hour stop—wings plus one other classic—rather than a menu deep-dive.
Must-Try Dishes: Chicken wings, Burger, Chicago-style hot dog
What makes it special: Old-school Wrigleyville energy with big outdoor hang potential.

Worthy Picks

$$ Wrigleyville
A big, open Wrigleyville tavern where wings work as the safest play when the room is moving and the bar is busy. It’s a good happy-hour base for groups who want TVs, loud crowd energy, and food that holds up under volume.
Must-Try Dishes: Buffalo wings, Buffalo chicken wrap, Chicken nachos
What makes it special: Across-from-Wrigley scale with happy-hour flow built for crowds.
$$ Lakeview
A steady Lakeview pub where wings fit naturally into the after-work happy-hour flow—order them, grab a pint, and keep the pace casual. It’s strongest when you treat it as a neighborhood regular’s spot, not a destination menu chase.
Must-Try Dishes: Chicken Wings (Hot Honey), Chicken Wings (Lemon Pepper), Chicken Wings (Garlic Parmesan)
What makes it special: House-made sauces with a wide wing flavor range.
$ Southport Corridor
A neighborhood sports bar where wings are the practical happy-hour move—simple, quick, and built for beer-and-TV nights. It’s at its best when you keep the order tight: wings plus one crunchy side and you’re done.
Must-Try Dishes: Jumbo Wings, Buffalo Wings, Garlic Parmesan Wings
What makes it special: Jumbo wings with real heft and strong sauce coverage.
$ Wrigleyville
A more local-leaning Wrigleyville bar option where wings play well as a simple happy-hour anchor while the room stays casual. The best approach is to treat it like a neighborhood stop: one wing order, one drink, and keep it moving.
Must-Try Dishes: 10 Wings (Hot), 20 Wings (Medium), Wings (Tang-Z-Q)
What makes it special: Straight-to-the-point wings focus in a classic bar setting.
$$$ Wrigleyville
A Wrigleyville tap-and-grill that works best for happy hour when you order the kind of bar food that survives a busy room. Wings are the safest call here—paired with one shareable—so your table stays fed even when the bar’s moving.
Must-Try Dishes: Cheeseburger, Bacon cheeseburger, Fries
What makes it special: Straightforward bar-grill burgers in the heart of Wrigleyville.
$ Wrigleyville
A casual Wrigleyville bar-and-grill option where wings make the most sense when you want a low-commitment happy-hour bite. Keep expectations in the classic bar-food lane and you’ll get the best result: wings, a beer, and an easy exit.
Must-Try Dishes: Tavern-style pizza, Fried chicken sandwich, Wings
What makes it special: Modern neighborhood sports bar with a comfort-food core.