Beverly Bars, Restaurants & Nightlife
17+ spots · 5 events. Bars, late dinners, rooftops, and one-offs.
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The Smiley Tillmon Band with Billy Flynn
There’s an obvious reason why the veteran guitarist’s booking schedule is so jam-packed: Smiley knows how to have a good time and makes...
Rocky Horror Picture Show with Live Shadow Cast
Halloween show at Beverly Arts Center in Beverly.
The Moth StorySLAM
Overview of The Moth StorySLAM The Moth StorySLAMs are held in various cities around the world and are open to anyone who wishes to...
Chicago Jazz Philharmonic & Orbert Davis ~ Sketches of Spain: Revisited
For this reinterpretation of the 1960 classic recording, CJP artistic director and composer Orbert Davis created two additional...
Sons of Chicago: A Tribute to Bruce Springsteen
Sons of Chicago pay tribute to Bruce Springsteen at Beverly Arts Center.
Venues in Beverly
Barney Callaghan's Pub
A cash-only Beverly institution that's been pouring pints for the South Side's Irish community for generations. Barney Callaghan's is the real deal — no pretension, no craft cocktail menu, just honest drinks and the kind of neighborhood warmth that chain bars can't replicate. Bring cash.
Beverly Arts Center
Beverly Arts Center is the South Side top community arts hub, featuring live music, theater, film, visual arts, and adult classes in the historic Beverly neighborhood. The Baffes Theatre hosts intimate concerts and performances, while year-round programs serve adults and the broader community. A beloved anchor of Chicago far South Side arts scene.
Cork & Kerry
Beverly's gotta-be-there Irish spot has been the neighborhood's social hub since 2000, with a sprawling patio setup that includes a full outdoor bar and beer garden perfect for catching games with actual locals. The vibe here is pure neighborhood energy—no pretension, just cold pours and the kind of crowd that knows each other's names. If you want to understand how Beverly rolls after dark, this is where the Irish-American community actually hangs.
Fox's Restaurant & Pub Beverly
The original Fox's, open since 1964 in the heart of Beverly. This is where Thomas and Therese Fox first perfected their legendary thin crust pizza recipe and built the South Side's most beloved Irish pub. Famous for the tavern-style pizza with delicious sauce and great crust, live music every Saturday, tomato bread, and strong cocktails in a warm neighborhood atmosphere.
Fox's Restaurant & Pub (Western)
Delicious sauce and great crust. Beverly location of the beloved South Side pizza chain.
Horse Thief Hollow Brewing Co.
Beverly's beloved craft brewery pouring creative house beers alongside a surprisingly elevated food menu on the South Side's Western Ave strip. Horse Thief Hollow is a community anchor where beer lovers gather for rotating taps and seasonal releases. Chicago's best neighborhood brewpub, period.
Janson's Drive In
A classic Chicago drive-in on Western Ave in Beverly that's been slinging burgers, dogs, and shakes the old-fashioned way. Janson's is the real deal — fresh ingredients, car-side service in the summer, and the kind of nostalgia you can actually taste. With 1,700+ reviews and a loyal South Side following, this is what fast food used to mean before the chains took over.
Normandy Lounge
An iconic, long-standing South Side staple. Grown, sexy, and incredibly lively neighborhood music lounge known for its amazing drinks, stepping music, and a warm local crowd celebrating Sunday night.
Open Outcry Brewing Co.
Brewery and wood-fired pizzeria. Artisanal pizzas, specialty sliders, and a full lineup of freshly brewed IPAs and stouts. Trendy, energetic, with an open-air feel. Beverly's foodie brewery.
Sanders BBQ Supply Co.
Beverly's go-to gourmet BBQ destination with an atmosphere that elevates the whole experience. Sanders brings a refined touch to South Side smokehouse culture without losing the soul. Over a thousand glowing reviews confirm what locals already know — this is the real deal.
Sean's Rhino Bar
Late-night neighborhood tavern. Gritty, no-frills, low-lit, local, intimate. The kind of place where everybody knows your name. Open until 2AM (3AM Saturdays).
South Side Shrimp
A Beverly counter joint that does exactly what the name says — fresh shrimp, hot and fast, no nonsense. South Side Shrimp is the kind of neighborhood spot where the line moves quick, the staff knows your order, and the food comes out like they actually care. Simple, consistent, and beloved by the 103rd/Kedzie crowd.