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Local Option

Local Option Local Option is a lively bar that offers over 30 rare beers from around the world on tap, along with intense Creole cuisine. The bar is open until the early hours of the morning and is popular amongst beer enthusiasts. Visit Local Option for a Nerdy night out in Chicago!
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05/24/2025

10 years ago today.

Getting warmed up for Thursday Night Bears.
10/13/2022

Getting warmed up for Thursday Night Bears.

Best Old Fashioned in the game, featuring a fortune-telling crystal ball of noice ice, Small Batch Select, Peychaud’s B...
09/16/2022

Best Old Fashioned in the game, featuring a fortune-telling crystal ball of noice ice, Small Batch Select, Peychaud’s Bitters, festooned with an authentic Floridaman harvested orange peel. The custom built syrups are on point. Come see the future tonight!

Living up to it’s name, this mead truly makes a statement with an incredible depth of flavor rendered from honey and Mic...
09/11/2022

Living up to it’s name, this mead truly makes a statement with an incredible depth of flavor rendered from honey and Michigan tart cherries. Stop by to enjoy on draft.

The Fighter Jet (orange) is our paper plane cocktail made with Four Roses Small Batch Select, Amaro Meletti, Bonanto, le...
09/02/2022

The Fighter Jet (orange) is our paper plane cocktail made with Four Roses Small Batch Select, Amaro Meletti, Bonanto, lemon juice, and aircraft grade aluminum, instead of paper.

We just tapped what About Barb, an Imperial Sour Ale with Strawberries and Raspberries from JWB. Come get your sour on.
08/19/2022

We just tapped what About Barb, an Imperial Sour Ale with Strawberries and Raspberries from JWB. Come get your sour on.

For the sophisticated Bezerker, we just tapped Schramm’s Black Agnes Mead. Sharply tart and acidic, the potent flavors o...
08/13/2022

For the sophisticated Bezerker, we just tapped Schramm’s Black Agnes Mead. Sharply tart and acidic, the potent flavors of the black currants are perfectly balanced by the sweetness of premium honey to create a particularly unique, memorable and delicious melomel.

The Levitation (purple) is one of our most popular Color Cocktails on the menu. It’s a classic Aviation, featuring Empre...
08/11/2022

The Levitation (purple) is one of our most popular Color Cocktails on the menu. It’s a classic Aviation, featuring Empress 1908 Gin, Rothman & Winter Crème de Violette, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, and fresh lemon juice.

Introducing the Wendi Hulk Hero®A gently smoked prime rib sandwich with peppers, onions, and liquid cheese aioli. Dr. Ba...
03/25/2022

Introducing the
Wendi Hulk Hero®
A gently smoked prime rib sandwich with peppers, onions, and liquid cheese aioli. Dr. Banner’s secret family recipe.

Salvador Deli® Smoked Turkey. So choice.
10/02/2021

Salvador Deli® Smoked Turkey. So choice.

Tonight, Timmy P, eats a Walk Off Slam. 2 $100,000 dollar bill buttermilk pancakes, 2 Civil War® Bacon Stripes, 2 Nurenb...
09/19/2021

Tonight, Timmy P, eats a Walk Off Slam. 2 $100,000 dollar bill buttermilk pancakes, 2 Civil War® Bacon Stripes, 2 Nurenberg sausage links, and two Freedom Farms® Bald Eagle Eggs. BREAKFAST FOR DINNER!

Tonight, Timmy P, eats a Walk Off Slam. 2 $100,000 dollar bill buttermilk pancakes, 2 Civil War ® bacon strips, 2 Nurenb...
09/19/2021

Tonight, Timmy P, eats a Walk Off Slam. 2 $100,000 dollar bill buttermilk pancakes, 2 Civil War ® bacon strips, 2 Nurenberg sausage links, and two bald eagle eggs. BREAKFAST FOR DINNER!

Address

1102 W Webster Avenue
Chicago, IL
60614

The two restaurants are located at W Webster Avenue in Chicago. To get there via public transport, take the Brown Line train and get off at the Armitage station. From there, walk east on W Armitage Avenue towards N Sheffield Avenue until you reach W Webster Avenue. Turn right onto W Webster Avenue and continue walking until you reach the restaurants.

If driving, take Lake Shore Drive and exit at Fullerton Ave. Head west on Fullerton Ave then turn left onto N Sheffield Ave. Continue straight until you reach W Webster Ave and turn right. There is street parking available nearby but it may be limited.

Please note that these directions are not specific to any particular establishment or business along W Webster Avenue.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 2pm
Tuesday 12pm - 2pm
4pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 2pm
4pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 2pm
4pm - 2am
Friday 1pm - 2am
Saturday 1pm - 3am
Sunday 1pm - 2am

Telephone

+1 773-348-2008

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Local Option on W Webster Avenue in Chicago is a must-visit spot for beer enthusiasts and foodies alike. With over 30 unique and rare beers from around the world on tap, as well as an extensive selection of bottled beers, there's something for everyone to enjoy. The Creole food served here is intense and flavorful, perfectly complementing the robust beer offerings. The lively atmosphere adds to the overall experience, making it a great spot to hang out with friends or catch up with colleagues after work. The bar is open until 2am during the week and 3am on Saturdays, giving patrons plenty of time to enjoy their drinks and food. The kitchen hours are also convenient, with dinner served until late on Fridays and Saturdays. Local Option has been established since 1986, proving its staying power in the competitive Chicago restaurant scene. Don't miss out on this gem!

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