$3 Fat Tire's!?! Seriously!?! No, really???
I couldn't believe it. Even here in the 'burbs of Chicago you can't get a bottle of Fat Tire that cheap.
First off, I was brought to this dive by a buddy of mine that lives out in Vegas. It's in a strip mall next to an old school pharmacy and it's no where near the main hotels. Already I was intrigued. We enter and are greeted by a few of his friends already seated at a booth, which is always a good sign for a fun night ahead (it ended up being a fantastic night).
I start to look around and this place was obviously where old timers used to go and booze it up. There were still a few of those older gents seated at the bar (and managing to stay upright). It's tiny, it's smoky, it's dimly lit. The booths only sit four so folks have to pull up chairs. I can see it being cramped if more than 30 people are there at the same time. Basically, I was won over by its charm.
My night in perfect cheap beer heaven ended far too quickly, but at least now I know where to go to find great conversation and a good beer at a great price.
I miss you already Huntridge Tavern.