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The Broken Barrel Bar

2548 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
$$$
Wings
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Best Wings in Lincoln Park Best Happy Hour Wings in Lincoln Park

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

The Broken Barrel Bar 8.3
West DePaul
Vibes: Sports Bar Central Group Dining Gatherings Happy Hour Hotspots Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Broken Barrel Bar is a chef-driven sports bar in Lincoln Park where house-smoked, dry-rubbed wings share space with a large beer list and a big heated beer garden. Since 2018 it has leaned into wings as a calling card, drawing groups for award-winning flavors and game-day viewing.
Must-Try Dishes: Garlic Buffalo Wings, BourbBBQ Wings, Smoked Dry-Rub Wings
Scores:
Value: 7.3 Service: 6.5 Consistency: 8.1 Food Quality: 8.7 Atmosphere: 8.2 Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: A modern sports bar built around house-smoked, competition-style wings and a large beer garden.
Who should go: Groups wanting serious wings and TVs for the game.
When to visit: Weekend afternoons or evenings for full patio and game energy.
What to order: Garlic Buffalo wings, BourbBBQ wings, loaded fries.
Insider tip: Target Wing Wednesday or game-day specials to sample multiple flavors for less.