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The Black Barrel Tavern, Chicago, IL

The Black Barrel Tavern

4.7
4.7
163 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
1061 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
We are excited to be bringing our newest concept to a wonderful part of the city, the West Loop! Updated Americana and Brunch fare served in a sport-friendly meeting place with craft beers, signature cocktails, and a kitchen open until midnight. --- We are offering curb side pick up on our meals, family style meals available with the addition of beer, liquor and wine to go for a full at home Black Barrel Tavern experience.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–7:45 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jose Rivera
  • Private party facilities
    We have the perfect private room for your events up to 120 people. The location is also available for buyouts for corporate events and private parties. Get in touch with us for more details. We would love to help you setup your next event in our incredible space.
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    Madison & Aberdeen
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 163 people are saying

The Black Barrel Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Hot spot

  • Chicago

    Good for groups

  • Chicago

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Barrel Tavern shines with "excellent staff," "very dog friendly" policies, and "exceptional service." Guests rave about "great food" like the "best burgers ever" and "OUTSTANDING" dishes. The vibrant atmosphere and outdoor seating are perfect for gatherings. It's a "go-to spot" where "drinks come quick" and patrons are consistently delighted.

163 Reviews
  1. Daniel VIP

    Columbus1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    All 3 of us enjoyed our food and the service was great. I would come back and try more items on the menu.

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  2. Brooks

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent staff and very dog friendly! Loved the food as well.

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  3. Jim

    Milwaukee11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was exceptional and the food was very good. Would definitely come back on another visit to Chicago.

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  4. Joseph

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed the outside area! It was definitely ideal for a one-on-one dinner. Drinks were very good as well!

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  5. Nat VIP

    Chicago10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Emma was the best waitress very helpful and energetic

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  6. David

    Omaha7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food good. Drink good. Fifty character minimum not good.

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  7. WannaBeFoodie VIP

    Columbus6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Best burgers ever. Service is a little hit or miss. But it won’t stop me from going back because I can’t get enough of their food.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Juana

    Chicago8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall my friends and I had a good time. The food was delicious and our server was amazing. It was our first time going there and it will definitely not be the last time.

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  9. Ben

    Chicago10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love going to Black Barrel. The service is always great, drinks come quick, and the food is great. George is awesome—we brought our dog in with us and he got her a pup-a-cino and brought us a dessert at the end of our meal. Always a go to spot for us.

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  10. Shekhar VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    PC and his team always do a fabulous job hosting us

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FAQs

The Black Barrel Tavern does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. The Black Barrel Tavern also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 280-5500.

The Black Barrel Tavern is rated 4.7 stars by 163 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. West Loop

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for The Black Barrel Tavern

1061 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Madison & Aberdeen
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–7:45 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jose Rivera
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We have the perfect private room for your events up to 120 people. The location is also available for buyouts for corporate events and private parties. Get in touch with us for more details. We would love to help you setup your next event in our incredible space.
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