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The Pony Inn, located in the heart of Chicago, is a standout sports bar renowned for its lively atmosphere and impressive menu. Nestled at 1638 W Belmont Ave, this establishment is perfect for sports lovers, boasting approximately 25 flat-screen TVs, ensuring that you never miss a moment of your favorite game.
Patrons rave about the well-crafted dishes and generous portions. The Clydesdale Grilled Cheese, with its rich three-cheese blend, is great for sharing, while the array of chicken wings offers a crispy delight. The burgers, particularly the Pony Burger, featuring two Black Angus patties, have garnered positive reviews for their taste and quality. For those seeking lighter options, the Jemy Chopped Salad and Santa Fe Salad provide fresh, satisfying choices.
Customer experiences highlight the friendly and attentive service, making a trip to The Pony Inn both enjoyable and memorable. While some note inconsistencies, like the amount of chicken in the chili, the overall vibe remains inviting, with live music and engaging events adding to its charm. If you're in Chicago, The Pony Inn is a must-visit, whether to unwind after a long day or to celebrate with friends. Dive into their delicious offerings and enjoy the game — it’s a true sports bar paradise!
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Amenities & More
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Bar games
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Live music
- Live performances
- Rooftop seating
- Sports
- Trivia night
Popular for
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Reviews for The Pony Inn
Review highlights
Based on 366 reviewsReviews of The Pony Inn frequently highlight its appeal as a lively sports bar with a casual, welcoming atmosphere. Patrons appreciate the ample television screens, making it an ideal spot for sports enthusiasts. The food receives generally positive remarks, with particular praise for hearty portions and comfort dishes such as sandwiches, nachos, and classic bar sides, though some note occasional inconsistencies in menu descriptions. The bartender service is often described as attentive and friendly, enhancing the overall experience, especially during special events. While some find beverage prices slightly high, the quality and presentation of drinks are well-regarded. The spacious layout, including an inviting upstairs area and large windows, contributes to its popularity as a social gathering place.
We went in after a miserable day. We were weary and super hungry. The Pony was just the right medicine. Big kudos to our bartender who took great care of us. I had two Anti Heroes-there was a sheen of ice on the top of the beer which is just exactly how beer should be served. Our waffle fries nachos plate was huge. I ordered a grilled chicken sandwich and tater tots which was equally delicious. We went in around 5pm which is why I gave only four stars for atmosphere there weren't many people around. Thanks for supplying great service, tasty food and cold beer it really changed the day for us
Chili was good, although it was advertised as a smoked chicken Chili, there was hardly no Chicken. Bartender was short and walks away when still asking a question, but def paid attention to the females hahaha other than that, good sized bar, calm ish atmosphere
A sport's lover's Paradise. This is an Ultimate Sports Bar. Went here for the Kentucky #Derby Day party. For $50 per person we had unlimited food, bourbon glazed smoked Pig, fried chicken, mac and cheese, coleslaw, baked beans, salad and cornbread. Unlimited beverages included Woodford Reserve mint juleps which by the way we're very good, important, crafts, and domestic pints, Pony punch cocktails and wine. Both live and recorded music added to the festivities. The drinks and food were really good, but the company and atmosphere were even better. A picture of the lady in the yellow dress With approximately 25 flat screen TVs, including one of each table in the main bar you can watch a sporting event from any place in the main area. Lots of space, with at least seating for 8 at the bar oh, there's also 9 booths thaty seat 4 and tables in both the front and the back in order to accommodate many more. Loved the rustic decor, and the efficient staff. My only complaint, is that we were sitting in the back and the music was way too loud. In fact, when we left, you could still hear the music from a half a block away. Will come back here with friends on another occasion.
Pretty standard sports bar. Lots of TV's, one at each booth. Food was decent, I had the BLT with fries, my boyfriend had the BBQ chicken sandwich with tots. Tots were better than the fries. BLT was a lil spicy but pretty good. BBQ chicken sandwich was pretty good, bun was really good. Beers are a little pricey, but not horrible. Waitress was really nice.
We were here for an event in the upstairs space and it was a great spot! The bartender was super friendly and it’s a fun casual space to hang out & meet people. I loved the huge open windows so we could enjoy the nice weather!
Love going to play bingo here. It’s a standard sports bar but safe with a decent crowd that’s well behaved and more mature.
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) Closed
- Tuesday 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Wednesday 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Thursday 05:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Friday 05:00 PM - 02:00 AM
- Saturday 11:00 AM - 03:00 AM
- Sunday 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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