Run of the mill bar with above average bar food! That's how I would sum up Winchell's. Sure you can get a rum and coke anywhere but Winchell's food is awesome and the service is great.
As you walk in be prepared to resemble the 3 blind mice...it's dark in the bar area and takes a minute to adjust. I felt like I was blindfolded. The dining area is much brighter, windows all around and even an enclosed patio in the back. The menu has lots of items and they have daily lunch and dinner specials. The value compared with the quality of food is what impresses me most. Most items are around $9-10 and unless you are completely starving there's a chance you won't finish the hearty portions. I love the Chicken Club! The homemade potato chips are incredible and I'm not even a potato chip fiend. Any of the salads you get will be great mostly due to their homemade dressings....YUM. I even get the honey mustard on the side for my club because it's so tasty. The burgers always look perfectly prepared and the wraps are filling too.
The staff is really nice and the bar area has lots of TV's to entertain a sports loving group. There is a comfy little lounge behind the bar with a toasty fireplace if you're chilly. They also do a huge Superbowl pool when it comes time for the big game. Stop by, it's worth it!!