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Brownstone Tavern

Brownstone Tavern is a casual American bar and grill located on N Lincoln Avenue in North Center. Since its opening in 1980, it has become a favorite neighborhood spot with a broad selection of craft beer and superb bar fare, perfect for lunch or dinner. Their Facebook Behavior Policy ensures that their fans are respected and any posts or comments including personal information, rude remarks, political thoughts, and commercial advertisements will be promptly deleted. Don't forget to catch the game with the Chicago 12's at Brownstone Tavern!
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05/29/2026

🍻 Cheers to the weekend. Come enjoy this beautiful weather on our patio. We are waiting for you…. 👀

05/27/2026

Night kicks off TONIGHT at 8PM at Brownstone Tavern and the competition is on! Gather your crew (teams of 10 or less), grab some drinks, and see if you’ve got what it takes to take home the GRAND PRIZE 👏🔥

Reservations available on Tock — spots fill up fast! Don’t miss one of the best nights of the month. Let’s pack the house tonight.

05/26/2026

Bourbon lovers, this one’s for you 🥃🔥
Half off bourbon night is back at Brownstone Tavern and we just added some fresh new bottles behind the bar today. Smooth sippers, bold pours, and a few hidden gems waiting for you.

Doors open at 4 — come taste what everyone’s gonna be talking about. Don’t let the good stuff disappear before you get here. 🥃🚨

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Cheers to Memorial Day at Brownstone Tavern!
Doors open at 4PM — come raise a glass, enjoy the day with great drinks, great people, and the best neighborhood vibes around. 🍻

05/14/2026

Thursday Wine Night at Brownstone Tavern 🍷

All bottles of wine just $22 all night long! Grab your friends, pick your favorite bottle, and kick back with us tonight.

Perfect pours, great vibes, and the best way to spend your Thursday 🍇

05/12/2026

🥃 Bourbon lovers, this one’s for you.
Half Off Bourbon Night at Brownstone Tavern kicks off at 4PM. From rare pours to everyday favorites, the shelves are stocked and the glasses are ready.

Come explore our massive bourbon selection, try something new, or sip on the bottle you’ve been thinking about all week — for half off. But don’t wait too long… the good stuff never lasts. 🔥

Doors open at 4. Tuesdays belong at Brownstone Tavern.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from Brownstone Tavern 🌸💐

Today we celebrate all the amazing moms, grandmas, bonus moms, and mother figures who do it all.

Bring Mom in for great food, drinks, laughs, and quality time today. Cheers to all the incredible mothers — you deserve it all! 🥂✨

05/06/2026

It’s trivia night!!!
Get your team and come play!
Tables are filling up quickly, reservations on Tock.com.
Drink specials all night!

05/05/2026

Happy Cinco de Mayo at Brownstone Tavern 🇲🇽🔥

Doors open at 4 and we’re bringing the best of both worlds—half off bourbon night AND an unreal tequila lineup to celebrate right 🍹🥃

Whether you’re sipping smooth bourbon or diving into some top-tier tequila, there’s no better place to be tonight.

Cheers

05/02/2026

Saddle up 🏇 it’s Derby Day at Brownstone Tavern!

We’re bringing the energy of the Kentucky Derby straight to the bar this Saturday, May 2nd 🌹
🍹 $7 Mint Juleps
🍸 $9 Kentucky Mules
🏆 Prizes for picking the winning order

Big hats, fast horses, strong pours… this is where you want to be. Grab your crew, get here early, and let’s make it a race day to remember 🍻

04/29/2026

🏇 The Run for the Roses is on at Brownstone Tavern this Saturday! Join us for Kentucky Derby day with $7 Mint Juleps, $9 Kentucky Mules, and all the race-day energy you need. 🌹🥃

Pick the winning order for a chance at prizes, grab a drink, and settle in for one of the most exciting Saturdays of the year. Big hats, fast horses, bourbon cocktails, and good times—this is where you want to be.

See you at Brownstone Tavern for Derby Day! DerbyDay

04/28/2026

Tuesday belongs to bourbon. 🥃 Doors open at 4 and it’s HALF OFF Bourbon Night at Brownstone Tavern.

From everyday favorites to rare pours, the back bar is stacked — and we just added a new gem: Heaven Hill 22 Year. Big pour energy tonight.

Best place to be on a Tuesday. Pull up, explore the selection, and find your next favorite sip before it’s gone.

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04/26/2026

Last night was one for the books! Huge thank you to everyone who came out for our bourbon event and made it such a great time. The energy was incredible, the pours were flowing, and the Brownstone crowd never disappoints. Stay tuned… more great events are coming. 🥃

04/25/2026

Brunch is calling 🍳🥂 Brownstone Tavern is serving it up from 11–3, and the vibes are on. Grab your crew, claim your table, and come enjoy great food, drinks, and a little weekend energy with us. Your brunch spot is waiting.

04/21/2026

🏇 It’s time to dress up, sip up, and race to Kentucky Derby day at Brownstone Tavern! 🌹🥃

Join us Saturday, May 2nd for all the action, big hats, and even bigger pours:
✨ $7 Mint Juleps
✨ $9 Kentucky Mules

🎯 Think you can pick the winning order? Put your bets (for fun 😉) to the test—PRIZES on the line!

Grab your crew, bring the Derby energy, and let’s make it a day worth celebrating 🐎💨🍹

04/21/2026

Doors open at 4 🥃

It’s HALF OFF bourbon night at Brownstone Tavern — the best place to be tonight. We just dropped a few new gems behind the bar, so come find your next favorite pour 👀

Patio is OPEN, vibes are right, and the whiskey is waiting. Pull up, grab a seat, and let’s make it a night 🔥

04/15/2026

We’re BACK and ready to test your brainpower 🧠🔥

Trivia Night hits Brownstone Tavern TONIGHT at 8PM — grab your crew, lock in your table, and let’s run it up!

🎯 Reservations: tock.com
🍻 Drink specials all night:
$4 Fireball
$5.50 Goose Island drafts
$7 NÜTRLs
$8 Bell’s Amber

Prizes, laughs, and maybe a little friendly trash talk… you already know the vibe.

Let’s have some fun — see you at 8! 🍻

04/14/2026

🚨 WE ARE BACK! 🚨

Doors swing open at 4 🔥

Did you miss us? Because we definitely missed you!!

Tonight = HALF OFF BOURBON 🥃
New pours, old favorites, and plenty of reasons to stay for another round.

Pull up, grab a seat, and let’s make up for lost time 🍻

04/06/2026

🚧 Big things coming at Brownstone… 🚧

We’ll be closed for renovations from April 6th–13th while we level things up for you 🍻✨

Trust us—it’ll be worth the wait. We’ll be back and ready to pour on Tuesday, April 14th at 4PM.

Miss us while we’re gone… we’ll miss you more ❤️

04/05/2026

🐣🌷 Happy Easter from Brownstone Tavern! 🌷🐣

Brunch is calling… and we’re serving it up till 3PM 🍳🥂
Doors open at 11 — come celebrate, sip, and spend your Sunday the right way with us!

Good food, good vibes, and maybe a few mimosas 😉
See you soon… and Hoppy Easter! 🐰💐

04/02/2026

🏀 FINAL FOUR FEVER IS HERE 🏀

Illinois vs UConn.
Saturday. 5PM.
This is what March is ALL about.

Brownstone Tavern is the spot to catch every second — loud, packed, and electric ⚡

🔥 Big game energy
🍻 Drinks flowing
🏀 One step from the championship

🚨 FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE — get in early or risk watching it from your phone

Pull up, rep your squad, and let’s PACK THE BAR.

04/02/2026

Thursdays just got a whole lot classier 🍷✨

$22 ALL bottles of wine at Brownstone Tavern — yeah, you read that right. Grab your crew, pick your pour, and let the good times flow all night long.

Red, white, or bubbly… we’re not judging 😉

Doors open at 4 — don’t miss your new favorite night of the week 🍇🔥

03/31/2026

Happy Tuesday 🥃

You already know what that means… HALF OFF BOURBON NIGHT at Brownstone Tavern.

Doors swing open at 4 — and yeah… we’ve got some fresh new drops behind the bar just waiting to be put to work 👀🔥

Whether you’re chasing something rare or just keeping it classic, tonight’s the night to sip like a legend without paying full price.

Pull up, grab a pour (or a few), and let’s make Tuesday feel like the weekend 🍻

03/29/2026

BRUNCH ENERGY ONLY ⚡️🍳🥂

We’re talkin mimosas poppin’, plates hittin’, music up, and vibes all the way RIGHT 😎

Slide through Brownstone Tavern with your crew and turn a lazy morning into a full-blown brunch day.

Eat good. Drink better. Stay a little longer plus March Madness continues! Who will go to the final four!

Going till 3PM—don’t miss your moment.

03/25/2026

END OF THE MONTH = TRIVIA TIME 🧠🔥

Round up your crew and bring the brainpower… it’s going DOWN at Brownstone Tavern! 🍻
Starts at 8PM sharp — don’t be late!

🏆 Prizes on the line
😂 Laughs all night
🍹 Drink specials flowing ALL night

Tables fill up FAST… lock in your spot now before you’re stuck watching from the sidelines 👀

Teams of 10 or less — who’s taking the crown this month?! 👑

Address

3937 N Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL
60613

The "Brownstone Tavern" at N Lincoln Avenue in Chicago can be reached easily by public transport or car. If you prefer public transport, you can take the bus or subway to the nearest station and then walk a few blocks north to reach the destination. If you're driving, there are several parking structures available nearby that offer hourly and daily rates for visitors. Please refer to online maps or GPS navigation systems for more specific directions to this location.

Opening Hours

Monday	4pm - 1am
Tuesday	4pm - 1am
Wednesday	11am - 1am
Thursday	11am - 1am
Friday	11am - 1am
Saturday	11am - 1am
Sunday	11am - 1am

Website

http://www.brownstonetavern.com/

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What people say

Brownstone Tavern, located on N Lincoln Avenue in Chicago, is a must-visit for anyone looking for a great bar and grill experience. This American restaurant has been serving the community since 1980 and has become a favorite neighborhood spot. The casual atmosphere makes it the perfect place to unwind after a long day or catch up with friends over dinner or lunch.

One of the highlights of Brownstone Tavern is their broad selection of craft beer. Whether you're a beer connoisseur or just looking to try something new, they have something for everyone. And if you're a fan of football, this is the place to be - they are proud to be home to the Chicago 12's.

But it's not just about the drinks at Brownstone Tavern - their bar fare is superb. From classic pub favorites like burgers and wings to more unique dishes like their famous mac and cheese bites, there's something on the menu for everyone.

The general manager, Tim Burhenne, ensures that guests feel welcome and comfortable during their visit. And with their Facebook Behavior Policy in place, you can rest assured that your experience will be free from any rude remarks or commercial advertisements.

Overall, Brownstone Tavern is a fantastic spot for anyone looking for great food, drinks, and atmosphere in Chicago's North Center neighborhood.

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