SmallBar is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

1. SmallBar

8.6
2956 N Albany Ave (at Wellington), Chicago, IL
Bar · Logan Square · 39 tips and reviews

allen k.allen king: Get the Beer battered cheese curds followed by a pulled pork sandwich and frosty brew. You won't be disappointed.

Fletcher R.Fletcher Rhoads: So many things are good here! Hellfire burger (I like mine with tater-tots), chicken sandwich, and the pulled pork nachos appetizer is easily large enough for two! Nice beer selection too.

James M.James Mason: The Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday night cook only looks pissed off. Hes really a nice guy.

BIG & little's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

2. BIG & little's Restaurant

8.2
860 N Orleans St (btwn W Chestnut St & W Locust St), Chicago, IL
Fast Food Restaurant · Near North Side · 140 tips and reviews

Andy D.Andy Dreyer: Fish taco was excellent! I also recommend the beer battered burger!

Monti B.Monti Bray: Get the deep fried grilled cheese. Just do it. (PS cajun fries are also 💯)

Food NetworkFood Network: On an episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Guy Fieri made the trip to this tiny Chicago joint, where the shrimp is battered and fried to order. Read more.

Toon's Bar & Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

3. Toon's Bar & Grill

8.1
3857 N Southport Ave (at W Byron St), Chicago, IL
Bar · Lakeview · 56 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Try the onion rings from our 100 Best list: They’re executed with attention to detail—thick-cut rings dipped in beer batter, fried golden and sprinkled with salt. Simple but standout.

Dave E.Dave Easterling: $4.00 burgers and pineapple vodka shots on wedensday nights! And they serve Abita beer. 'Nuff said.

Serious EatsSerious Eats: This neighborhood bar serves some of the best Buffalo chicken wings in the city.

La Mez Agave Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

4. La Mez Agave Lounge

8.5
108 W Kinzie St (at Clark), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · River North · 14 tips and reviews

Jaye J.Jaye Jalso: The el lirio de plata is truly a work of art in a glass

Yana K.Yana K.: Yummy tequila, awesome staff and an amazing time laten night :)

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The best drink here is closest to a classic margarita: the Double DAAisy, well-balanced with Espolón tequila reposado, Cointreau, lime juice, orange and agave: http://tmoutchi.us/13EV7jr Read more.

Fox's Beverly Pub is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

5. Fox's Beverly Pub

8.6
9956 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Beverly · 11 tips and reviews

Chris S.Chris Swingler: A good 'za. I think next time I'll order it well done and it will be perfect. (To beat: Wells Bros in Racine, WI)

Simon & SchusterSimon & Schuster: Al Capone’s sister had a deli here. Now, it’s a family joint that manages to be BOTH Irish & Italian, with great pizza and terrific corned beef. This is the oldest of the 4 Fox’s restaurants. Read more.

Kenneth B.Kenneth Barnes: Great pizza

Edelweiss German/American Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

6. Edelweiss German/American Restaurant

8.5
7650 W Irving Park Rd (at Overhill Ave.), Norridge, IL
German Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews

Lindsay M.Lindsay M: Great little bar inside to grab a drink and a homestyle German dish. Bartenders are great!

Chicago magazineChicago magazine: When the urge for a few steins, a heaping platter of sausages, and crispy-skinned roast duck strikes, this Teutonic stalwart and its oompah band await. Read more.

Therese K.Therese Kono: Simply the BEST! PROST!

Janson's Drive-In is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

7. Janson's Drive-In

8.5
9900 S Western Ave (at W 99th St), Chicago, IL
Hot Dog Joint · Beverly · 15 tips and reviews

Spencer L.Spencer Lent: Amazing banana shakes here... and the best fries I have had in YEARS.

CheapismCheapism: Grab shakes and hot dogs at this drive-in with lots of outdoor eating space. Grilled cheese sandwiches for $1.79, chili cheese dogs for $1.99. Wash it all down with the famous banana milkshakes. Read more.

LaTisha H.LaTisha Haygood: Chocolate shake and Chicago style hotdog

Candlelite Chicago Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

8. Candlelite Chicago Restaurant

9.1
7452 N Western Ave (at Howard St), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · West Ridge · 37 tips and reviews

Scott B.Scott Blanchard: Try the red wine garlic fries! Wow. Really good thin crust pizza too.

Bob B.Bob Brown: The cookie skillet is addictive. Really.

Scott F.Scott Falcone: Some of the best thin crust pizza in Chicago! Try the "white pizza"...only hold the onions. Garlic feta fries are amazing too.

The Garage Bar & Sandwiches is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

9. The Garage Bar & Sandwiches

8.5
6154 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Pub · Norwood Park · 29 tips and reviews

Bob D.Bob DeGraff: All around excellent food and great rotating craft beef selection on tap.

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: One cocktail that is a must-try is the Kentucky Mule: an adept mixture of Buffalo Trace Bourbon and Crabbie's Ginger Beer from Edinburgh, muddled with fresh lemon and mint and served on the rocks. Read more.

Ramon R.Ramon Roman: Pot Roast sandwich & sweet potato fries...awesome.

First Draft is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

10. First Draft

8.3
649 S Clark St, Chicago, IL
Sports Bar · Printer's Row · 22 tips and reviews

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Awesome service, super extensive beer selection and flights! What more can you ask for?? Oh, tasty food too! Get the porksicles and poutine!

Heather F.Heather Folsom: Simply put, we will be back ASAP. Poutine, wild boar meatballs w/cheddar grits, mac, & gnocchi were all phenomenal. Impressive beer list and server Amanda was spectacular- so funny & knowledgeable!

Andrew S.Andrew Stiles: Good for sports if you can get a table. The goose island Ogden is a good local craft beer. Pizza was a pleasant surprise.

Colletti's is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

11. Colletti's

8.1
5707 N Central Ave (at N Elston Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Jefferson Park · 15 tips and reviews

Monica W.Monica Wilson: Great atmosphere! Bartenders are attentive. Best thin crust pizza.

Eric S.Eric Schmitt: New patio is worth the visit

Bob D.Bob DeGraff: Excellent French onion soup. Fast and attentive service.

McCormick & Schmick's is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

12. McCormick & Schmick's

8.3
5320 N River Rd (btwn Technology Blvd & Foster Ave), Rosemont, IL
Seafood Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews

Jonathan B.Jonathan Brandon: Great preparation of seafood and steaks. Upscale environment with comfortable seating

Brennan R.Brennan Roach: Exceptional service, exceptional food. Definitely a great choice for a nice night out. Much more creative that your typical steak/seafood house.

MaddieMaddie: The Mac & Cheese with Shrimp is an excellent choice!!!!!

Bird's Nest is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

13. Bird's Nest

8.4
2500 N Southport Ave (at W. Altgeld St.), Chicago, IL
Dive Bar · North Side · 41 tips and reviews

David H.David Heiser: Fantastic wings. Honey BBQ and buffalo flavors were both on point.

Gardiner A.Gardiner Allen: Order wings!

Michelle M.Michelle Money: Tuesdays have been poppin lately

Picante is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

14. Picante

7.1
2016 W Division St (at N Damen Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Wicker Park · 20 tips and reviews

Mark B.Mark B: Al pastor tacos the only way they should be eaten: only onions and cilantro. Beer batter fish tacos make you homesick for San Diego, unless you aren't from there in which case now you know.

Alex T.Alex Tomasik: Steak burrito, black beans, no sour cream, hot sauce. Good drunk food

BetsyMBetsyM: Always get one white boy taco. But don't order ONLY white boy tacos. That's, like, real white.

Sam & George's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Beer Battered in Chicago.

15. Sam & George's Restaurant

8.3
3000 N Lincoln Ave (btwn W Wellington Ave. & N Southport Ave), Chicago, IL
Diner · Lakeview · 33 tips and reviews

Shelly B.Shelly Burke: Great friendly service! Love the family atmosphere!

Bobby V.Bobby Vydra: So many options to choose from, you can enjoy something new every time. Amazing skillets and everything else is great and affordable.

Trish B.Trish Berry: Come on Sunday and get the cream of chicken soup. Lemon!