FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR

Getting around

Nearest transit

  • Roosevelt & East β€” 1 min walk Β· bus stop
  • Roosevelt & Wesley β€” 2 min walk Β· bus stop
  • Roosevelt & Oak Park β€” 4 min walk Β· bus stop
  • Oak Park & Roosevelt β€” 4 min walk Β· bus stop
  • Roosevelt & Elmwood β€” 5 min walk Β· bus stop
  • Oak Park β€” 10 min walk Β· subway

Parking nearby

  • Car park β€” 1 min walk
  • Lot 84 β€” 8 min walk

Eat & drink nearby

  • Burger King β€” 2 min walk Β· fast food
  • Autre Monde Cafe β€” 3 min walk Β· restaurant
  • Friendly Coffee Lounge β€” 4 min walk Β· cafe
  • Gina's Italian Ice β€” 4 min walk Β· cafe
  • Buona β€” 4 min walk Β· fast food
  • Dunkin' β€” 5 min walk Β· fast food

Surroundings from OpenStreetMap contributors, licensed under ODbL. Walking times are estimates.

Upcoming Events

The CHRIS GREENE QUARTET in the SIDEBAR!
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The CHRIS GREENE QUARTET in the SIDEBAR!

Wed, Nov 11 β€’ 7:00 PM CST
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FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: Chris Greene Quartet FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" to reserve a table. We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can't find a reservation, don't sweat it, c'mon over!...

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Pachanka Music Presents: THE HUESEROS
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Pachanka Music Presents: THE HUESEROS

Thu, Nov 12 β€’ 8:00 PM CST

PACHANKA MUSIC & FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS: THE HUESEROS FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" to RSVP for guaranteed entry Enjoy dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE ***PARKING*** There is rather limit...

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Happy Hour in the SIDEBAR w/ HILLBILLY FROLIC!
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Happy Hour in the SIDEBAR w/ HILLBILLY FROLIC!

Fri, Nov 13 β€’ 5:30 PM CST
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FITZGERALDS PRESENTS A HAPPY HOUR CONCERT WITH: HILLBILLY FROLIC FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" to reserve a table. Enjoy dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE **PARKING*** There is rather limited st...

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FRIDAY NIGHT in SIDEBAR w/ KEVIN GORDON
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FRIDAY NIGHT in SIDEBAR w/ KEVIN GORDON

Fri, Nov 13 β€’ 8:30 PM CST

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: KEVIN GORDON , "rdquo" -> Kevin Gordon might be the quintessential Nashville musician whose work should be better known outside of Davidson County. Gordon is sometimes ca...

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SIDEBAR Supper Club w/ BLUE LORRAINE QUARTET
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SIDEBAR Supper Club w/ BLUE LORRAINE QUARTET

Sat, Nov 14 β€’ 6:00 PM CST

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: BLUE LORRAINE QUARTET FREE SHOW! BLUE LORRAINE QUARTET plays Americana music. Chicago singer/songwriter Linda Weseman plays acoustic guitar and sings; Jason Batchko plays the dru...

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Saturday Night in the SIDEBAR w/ HENRY GERAGHTY
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Saturday Night in the SIDEBAR w/ HENRY GERAGHTY

Sat, Nov 14 β€’ 9:00 PM CST

LIVE IN FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR: HENRY GERAGHTY Henry Geraghty is a singer/songwriter, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist based in Chicago, Illinois. Henry's music is inspired by his love of Jazz, Folk,...

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Songwriter Circle w/ host Jenny Bienemann and guests The Menards and Barb & Barrett
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Songwriter Circle w/ host Jenny Bienemann and guests The Menards and Barb & Barrett

Tue, Nov 17 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

FITZGERALDS SONGWRITER CIRCLE: w/ Host Jenny Bienemann and guests The Menards and Barb & Barrett FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" RSVP Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE ***PARKIN...

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Jazz in the Sidebar w/ Aval Stanley Zaucha Organ Trio!
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Jazz in the Sidebar w/ Aval Stanley Zaucha Organ Trio!

Wed, Nov 18 β€’ 7:00 PM CST
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FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: Aval Stanley Zaucha Organ Trio FREE SHOW! Aval Stanley Zaucha is a budding force in Chicago's jazz scene. As a skilled and in-demand musical collaborator on both piano an...

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JAIK WILLIS one man band in THE SIDEBAR!
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JAIK WILLIS one man band in THE SIDEBAR!

Thu, Nov 19 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Jaik Willis FREE SHOW! one man band Jaik Willis plays an 11 piece drum-set with his feet while playing guitar, bass, & harps, while singing & beatboxing simultaneously. Are you not entertained ? Enjoy...

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Happy Hour in the SIDEBAR w/ GROOVE WITNESS
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Happy Hour in the SIDEBAR w/ GROOVE WITNESS

Fri, Nov 20 β€’ 5:30 PM CST

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: GROOVE WITNESS FREE SHOW! Groove Witness is a 7 piece funk band from Chicago featuring, vocalist VERONICA KOTT , PAUL GULEZIAN on trumpet, MARCUS RANUCCI on tenor sax, NICOLAS RA...

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Friday Night in the SIDEBAR w/ The Meadowlark Lemons!
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Friday Night in the SIDEBAR w/ The Meadowlark Lemons!

Fri, Nov 20 β€’ 9:00 PM CST
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FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: THE MEADOWLARK LEMONS FREE SHOW! Click "Book Now" to RSVP for guaranteed entry Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE ***PARKING*** There is rather limited street parki...

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Saturday Night In The SIDEBAR w/ THE FRAN BANISH TRIO
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Saturday Night In The SIDEBAR w/ THE FRAN BANISH TRIO

Sat, Nov 21 β€’ 9:00 PM CST

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS: FRAN BANISH TRIO seen HERE FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" to RSVP for guaranteed entry. Original and classic Blues, Rock, and Funk. Travel through musical space ...

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BEARS (vs Saints) BRUNCH in The SIDEBAR w/ host JACK O'HARA!
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BEARS (vs Saints) BRUNCH in The SIDEBAR w/ host JACK O'HARA!

Sun, Nov 22 β€’ 12:00 PM CST

BEARS BRUNCH! Sundays in SIDEBAR w/ host JACK OHARA!$4 BABYGOLD COLDBEERBBQ BRUNCH MENU Courtesy of BABYGOLD BARBECUEClick Book Now for Table Reservations!All Sunday noon games will be shown

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JOE POLICASTRO & FRIENDS in the SIDEBAR!
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JOE POLICASTRO & FRIENDS in the SIDEBAR!

Wed, Nov 25 β€’ 7:00 PM CST
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LIVE IN FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR: Joe Policastro & Friends FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" to reserve a table. And Hey: It's $5 Burger Night! Bassist Joe Policastro is a Chicago-based performer, co...

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HAPPY HOUR in the SIDEBAR: KATHRYN & CHRIS!
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HAPPY HOUR in the SIDEBAR: KATHRYN & CHRIS!

Fri, Nov 27 β€’ 5:30 PM CST
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FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS: The Kathryn Lachey & Chris Siebold Duo FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" to reserve a table Chicago veteran musicians Kathryn Lachey and Chris Siebold play beautifu...

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FRIDAY Night in the Sidebar w/ GERALD DOWD BAND!
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FRIDAY Night in the Sidebar w/ GERALD DOWD BAND!

Fri, Nov 27 β€’ 8:30 PM CST

LIVE IN THE FITZGERALD'S SIDEBAR: THE GERALD DOWD BAND Boston-raised, Chicago-braised drummer/singer/songwriter GERALD DOWD has been described as , "rdquo" -> the hardest-working drummer in Chicago" (...

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LAUREN ANDERSON (acoustic) with MICHAEL DAMANI FREE SIDEBAR SHOW!
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LAUREN ANDERSON (acoustic) with MICHAEL DAMANI FREE SIDEBAR SHOW!

Sat, Nov 28 β€’ 6:00 PM CST

Soulful rocker Lauren Anderson brings a powerhouse voice, raw honesty, and fiery stage presence to every performance. Born in Chicago and raised in a home overflowing with music, she absorbed a wide s...

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JohnHenry return to the SIDEBAR!
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JohnHenry return to the SIDEBAR!

Sat, Nov 28 β€’ 9:00 PM CST

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: JohnHenry! FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" to RSVP "JohnHenry is an eclectic new rock band featuring drummer/vocalist John Carpender (Outronaut, Expo '76, Real Pr...

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A Charlie Brown Christmas Happy Hour! ft. The Kevin Fort Trio
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A Charlie Brown Christmas Happy Hour! ft. The Kevin Fort Trio

Tue, Dec 1 β€’ 5:30 PM CST
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FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS: A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS HAPPY HOUR ft. The Kevin Fort Trio $12.00 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available Kevin Fort has established himself as one of the most in...

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Songwriter Circle w/ host Naomi Ashley and guests Gerald Dowd and Nora O'Connor
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Songwriter Circle w/ host Naomi Ashley and guests Gerald Dowd and Nora O'Connor

Tue, Dec 1 β€’ 7:30 PM CST

FITZGERALDS SONGWRITER CIRCLE: HOSTED BY NAOMI ASHLEY W/ SPECIAL GUESTS: Gerald Dowd and Nora O'Connor FREE SHOW! Click "Book Now" to Reserve a table With her cream and Kahlua voice, Chicago singer-so...

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HENRY CARPENDER live in the SIDEBAR!
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HENRY CARPENDER live in the SIDEBAR!

Wed, Dec 2 β€’ 7:00 PM CST
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FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: HENRY CARPENDER QUINTET FREE SHOW! RESERVATION AVAILABLE! Henry Carpender is a trombonist, composer, and educator based in the city of Chicago. An artist who is equally i...

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FITZGERALDS TEACHER HAPPY HOUR 12/4
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FITZGERALDS TEACHER HAPPY HOUR 12/4

Fri, Dec 4 β€’ 3:00 PM CST

FITZGERALDS Presents: FITZGERALDS TEACHER HAPPY HOUR TWO CENTS for your first drink between 3-4pm. $1 Shrimp re coming!***PARKING***There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arr...

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Happy Hour in the Sidebar w/ THE MENARDS!!!
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Happy Hour in the Sidebar w/ THE MENARDS!!!

Fri, Dec 4 β€’ 5:30 PM CST
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HAPPY HOUR IN THE SIDEBAR FEATURING: The Menards FREE SHOW! Band namesake Tim Menard is a Chicago veteran. Tim's hand-picked a coterie of his favorite players -- his wonderful, fiddle-playing bride, C...

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Friday Night in the Sidebar w/ JOEY ACOPIADO!
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Friday Night in the Sidebar w/ JOEY ACOPIADO!

Fri, Dec 4 β€’ 8:30 PM CST

LIVE IN THE FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR: Friday Night in the Sidebar w/ JOEY ACOPIADO Joey Acopiado is a songwriter and guitarist based in greater Chicago. Influenced by the likes of notable rock legends from...

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Toys For Tots featuring New Heartaches, Los Gallos, Phil Angotti, The Nobodies, and Torpedo Los!
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Toys For Tots featuring New Heartaches, Los Gallos, Phil Angotti, The Nobodies, and Torpedo Los!

Sat, Dec 5 β€’ 6:00 PM CST

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS: FitzGerald's Holiday Hootenanny & Toy Drive will feature 5 of Chicago's premier live acts, who will take over the Sidebar for 1 great cause -- Toys For Tots. The performe...

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BEATLES BRUNCH in The SIDEBAR ft. PHIL ANGOTTI & FRIENDS
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BEATLES BRUNCH in The SIDEBAR ft. PHIL ANGOTTI & FRIENDS

Sun, Dec 6 β€’ 12:00 PM CST

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS: BEATLES BRUNCH ft. PHIL ANGOTTI & FRIENDS $15/seat reserved tables Brunch Menu by BABYGOLD Phil Angotti is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, and sensitive tough-guy songwr...

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BEARS (vs Jaguars) BRUNCH in The SIDEBAR w/ host JACK O'HARA!
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BEARS (vs Jaguars) BRUNCH in The SIDEBAR w/ host JACK O'HARA!

Sun, Dec 6 β€’ 12:00 PM CST

BEARS BRUNCH! Sundays in SIDEBAR w/ host JACK OHARA!$4 BABYGOLD COLDBEERBBQ BRUNCH MENU Courtesy of BABYGOLD BARBECUEClick Book Now for Table Reservations!All Sunday noon games will be shown

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Holiday Family Singalong w/ TUNES WITH TIM!
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Holiday Family Singalong w/ TUNES WITH TIM!

Sat, Dec 12 β€’ 10:15 AM CST

HOLIDAY FAMILY SINGALONG in the SIDEBAR w/ TUNES WITH TIM 1 TICKET PER PERSON (infants under 12months FREE) Since 2013, critically acclaimed Chicago-based children's musician, Tunes With Tim, has been...

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SIDEBAR Supper Club w/ GROOVE WITNESS
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SIDEBAR Supper Club w/ GROOVE WITNESS

Sat, Dec 12 β€’ 6:00 PM CST
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FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: GROOVE WITNESS FREE SHOW! Groove Witness is a 7 piece funk band from Chicago featuring, vocalist VERONICA KOTT , PAUL GULEZIAN on trumpet, MARCUS RANUCCI on tenor sax, NICOLAS RA...

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BEARS (vs Dolphins) BRUNCH in The SIDEBAR w/ host JACK O'HARA!
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BEARS (vs Dolphins) BRUNCH in The SIDEBAR w/ host JACK O'HARA!

Sun, Dec 13 β€’ 12:00 PM CST

BEARS BRUNCH! Sundays in SIDEBAR w/ host JACK OHARA!$4 BABYGOLD COLDBEERBBQ BRUNCH MENU Courtesy of BABYGOLD BARBECUEClick Book Now for Table Reservations!All Sunday noon games will be shown

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SIDEBAR Supper Club w/ SOUL MESSAGE BAND
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SIDEBAR Supper Club w/ SOUL MESSAGE BAND

Sat, Jan 2 β€’ 6:00 PM CST
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FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS: SOUL MESSAGE BAND FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" to reserve a table. We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can't find a reservation, don't sweat it, c'mon ...

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FITZGERALDS TEACHER HAPPY HOUR 1/8
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FITZGERALDS TEACHER HAPPY HOUR 1/8

Fri, Jan 8 β€’ 3:00 PM CST

FITZGERALDS Presents: FITZGERALDS TEACHER HAPPY HOUR TWO CENTS for your first drink between 3-4pm. $1 Shrimp re coming!***PARKING***There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arr...

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ALLISON MAHAL & BEN MULWANA in the SIDEBAR!
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ALLISON MAHAL & BEN MULWANA in the SIDEBAR!

Thu, Jan 14 β€’ 6:30 PM CST

LIVE IN SIDEBAR! ALLISON MAHAL AND BEN MULWANA! FREE SHOW! Allison: Allison Mahal is an Americana artist based out of Milwaukee, WI. Over the past year, she's performed at staples like Summerfest, Mil...

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Saturday Night In The SIDEBAR w/ PUSH PUPPETS!
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Saturday Night In The SIDEBAR w/ PUSH PUPPETS!

Sat, Jan 30 β€’ 9:00 PM CST

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS: PUSH PUPPETS LISTEN & WATCH BEFORE THE SHOW HERE FREE SHOW! Click , "rdquo" -> Book Now" to RSVP for guaranteed entry. Push Puppets bring their dual-vocal attack to Fitzg...

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FITZGERALDS TEACHER HAPPY HOUR 2/5
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FITZGERALDS TEACHER HAPPY HOUR 2/5

Fri, Feb 5 β€’ 3:00 PM CST

FITZGERALDS Presents: FITZGERALDS TEACHER HAPPY HOUR TWO CENTS for your first drink between 3-4pm. $1 Shrimp re coming!***PARKING***There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arr...

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