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10/22/2026
Did you know that Kibbitznest has a Big Screen?! Join us on Halloween for two Big Screenings of Walt Disney Pictures’s 1998 classic, Halloweentown at 7 or 9pm in the back room. Get your tickets on Eventbrite; link is in our bio!
Marnie, who learns she is a witch on her 13th Halloween, is transported to Halloweentown—a magical place where ghosts, ghouls, witches, and werewolves live apart from the human world, but she soon finds herself battling wicked warlocks, an evil mayor, and endless surprises.
P.S. one Halloweentown attendee with the best Halloweentown costume will win a $50 bar tab. 🧙♀️
10/18/2026
Ronan and Caleb are getting married at kibbitznest today!! Please join us in offering them a big congratulations!! This does mean that we will be closed to the public today, but we hope to see you when we reopen Tuesday at 5pm.
10/15/2026
Our first Jeffersonian Dinner of the season is here✨
Join us on Thursday, October 22nd at 6 pm to discuss the theme of fear! RSVP for free at the link in the bio to attend, limited to two people
10/03/2026
Danielle and Alec are getting MARRIED today!!! In our ongoing side quest to facilitate everlasting love, we will be closed today. But we hope we see you tomorrow for cocktails and cocoas enjoyed in the wedding magic afterglow!! ❤️🔥🍾
10/02/2026
October Adventures - Face to Face Fun with Poetry Book Launch Party, Sunday Comedy is BACK!, Speed-Dating & Friending, Poetry Slam, Hamlet, Silent Book Club, Discussions, Jeffersonian Dinner, Storytelling, Halloween Movie, Puzzles and more - *|https://www.kibbitznest.com|*
09/28/2026
Swipe to the end for a very special 90s Halloween treat!!! And as always, visit our website Kibbitznest.com for more info on all of these events + the details you need to reserve your spots!
09/22/2026
Today’s the first day of fall weather and the first day of fall specials at kibbitznest! Our fall specials include some past favorites as well as some new creations from our talented bartenders, all guaranteed to offer a taste of autumn magic. 🍁❤️🍂
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09/21/2026
This coming Thursday, we’ll be closed for a private event. We sure will miss you, and we can’t wait to see you when we reopen Friday!
08/28/2026
September is right around the corner. Have you looked on our calendar to see what adventures we have in store at kibbitznest? Swipe through and then visit our website calendar to learn more (including how to get tickets or RSVP if needed)! Link in bio.
SKIP THE SMALL TALK - 09/02 from 7-9PM - Real conversations with real people. Think “speed friending” but backed by psychology as a way to build meaningful connections. Come solo and make new friends or bring your pals and deepen existing relationships! Get tickets at skipthesmalltalk.com.
SECOND SUNDAY UNSLAM - 09/13 from 4-6PM - Join us for 45 minutes of quiet poetry reading/writing time, followed by our non-competitive, zero-pressure poetry open mic every Second Sunday in the back room. RSVP on Eventbrite.
BOOK LAUNCH PARTY FOR TOOTH GAPS IN THE ARCHIVES - 09/13 from 6-8PM - Join us in celebrating the release of the award winning debut of Tooth Gaps in the Archives by kibbitznest’s very own Francis Dylan Waguespack.
PAGE BREAK - 09/16 from 7-8PM - Bring a book or buy one here, grab a drink, and head to the back room for a quiet reading session. The room opens at 6:30pm to grab a spot and settle in. Doors close at 7pm for an hour of silent reading. Seats are first come, first served.
PUZZLE SWAP SOCIETY - 09/22 from 6-7PM - free jigsaw puzzle swap from puzzle swap society! show up with however many puzzles you’d like and leave with any you like. all puzzles are welcome - in this group, everyone fits!
BOARD GAME SPEED DATING - 09/22 from 7-9PM - For men and women in their 20s and 30s. A gaming concierge walks you through several games over the course of the night. You play classics you love and discover brand new games you’ve never heard of, playing each with a different group of fun singles. Brought to you by Quirk Events!
TENX9 STORYTELLING - 09/30 at 7PM - Tenx9 is a local community gathering in Chicago, where 9 people have up to 10 minutes each to tell a real story from their own lives. Each night has a theme exploring the beauty of the human condition. Space is limited, and admission is not guaranteed. Doors open at 6pm. This event is 21+.
Address
2212 N. Clybourn Avenue
Chicago, IL
60614
To get to the pub on N. Clybourn Avenue in Chicago via public transport, take the city's subway system and get off at the closest stop. From there, walk for about 5 minutes to reach the pub.
For those driving or taking a taxi, it is possible to park nearby on N. Clybourn Avenue itself or on one of the side streets depending on availability. It is recommended to allow enough time for parking as it can be challenging during peak hours.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Thursday |
5pm - 11pm |
| Friday |
4pm - 12am |
| Saturday |
1pm - 12am |
| Sunday |
1pm - 7pm |
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What people say
Kibbitznest Books, Brews & Blarney is a unique and delightful spot in Chicago that combines the best of both worlds - a bookstore and a bar. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, with various seating options to suit your mood. Whether you want to play games, relax, unplug or chat with fellow visitors, Kibbitznest has got you covered.
The menu at Kibbitznest is equally impressive, featuring delicious cheeses, Chicago-style hot dogs and ice cream, along with specialty cocktails, craft beers, wine and pour-over coffee. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the offerings on the menu as well as the books available for purchase.
Speaking of books, Kibbitznest has a carefully curated selection of uncommon and interesting books in the liberal arts category. You can browse through new and used books while sipping on your favorite drink. Additionally, the shop stocks fun and interesting book-related gifts that encourage social interaction and intellectual stimulation.
Kibbitznest also offers typewriters for visitors to actually type on, FOOSBALL to play and even a piano! And if you're interested in intellectual discussions led by The University of Chicago Graham School professors and instructors then don't miss out on their collaboration with nonprofit partner kibbitznest inc.
What sets Kibbitznest apart from other bars is that it's a WiFi-free zone focused on preserving face-to-face communication. So if you're looking for a place to unwind after work or spend quality time with friends without any digital distractions then Kibbitznest Books, Brews & Blarney is definitely worth checking out!
