Edition: Chicago Architecture 101
Best Chicago Football Bars
Author: By Audarshia Townsend
Sports in Chicago is a really big deal year round, but during football season—college and pro—there’s nothing better than viewing a big game with a few hundred people who share your same enthusiasm. You’ll want to catch all the action at:
10pin Bowling Lounge
The 20,000-square-foot venue includes a towering, high-definition video wall, spacious lounge setting and, of course, contemporary bowling lanes. An updated comfort food menu delivers sensational bites of sloppy joes, steak quesadillas, toasted ravioli and more. An extensive, contemporary martini list offers something beyond the usual beer and a shot. 330 N. State St., 312-644-0300.
Jake Melnick's Corner Tap
There’s not a bad view in the joint as Jake’s 17 flatscreens are scattered throughout the room. Play darts, video games or Golden Tee. Jake’s flatbreads (smoked BBQ chicken, Buffalo chicken, basil), baby
back ribs and the 17-hour smoked barbecue beef brisket sandwich are just some of the highlights on the menu. 41 E. Superior St., 312-867-4908.
ESPN Zone
In Chicago, we assume everyone's watching the Bears, but if you had to catch another NFL game on Sunday--as long as it's not the Packers--you could do worse than to spend the day at this 35,000-sq.-
ft. ode to sports opulence. Let's hope your peripheral vision is on, as your eyes will be glued directly ahead when they spy the 16-foot screen in the main viewing room. Also, loads of interactive sports
games and well-served grill items. 43 E. Ohio St., 312-644-3776.
