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09/04/2026
We are THRILLED to announce that for a FIFTEENTH straight year we will try to be a popular (and other almost as fine Ohio colleges and universities) football bar.
While we will almost inevitably fail in this (again) we owe it to O-H-I-O š to try. See you 11am Saturday!
09/03/2026
PCAās first at bat of any game has become around here.
08/30/2026
In case of Sunday Night Baseball rain delay we stand ready to help.
Also we really appreciated ās career (truly) even as a Cubs nemesis. He played hard (even when lost out in left field), and was always fun to watch and a good intetview.
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08/20/2026
Local sportsball team out of town specials!
$10 draft with a Malort shot.
Or
$10 White Claw Grapefruit with a Malort shot.
Plus dozens of other not wholly unreasonably priced libations.
08/07/2026
If a DIY banner reference to a 35 year old U2 album wonāt bring young people in to slam delicious Oktoberfest beers onā¦checks notesā¦August 7thā¦ we give up!
Just kidding. We never give up. Weāre exhausting that way.
Open at 1:20pm. Lederhosen encouraged but not required.
08/05/2026
Go for the Gustoā¦one last time with us as we offer our last tallboys for your discerning palateās DAY BASEBALL enjoyment.
One case for sale today, one more (our last) for sale tomorrow and thatās all she wrote for the beer that made Milwaukee famous here.
08/04/2026
This week we salute Dodgers radio voice Rick Monday, one of the greatest players ever to don both Cubs and Dodgers jerseys.
Grab a $10 red, white, and blue bedecked boilermaker and toast the all time first overall MLB draft pick on a heckuva career and a life in baseball.
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08/01/2026
The man spent a decade trying to take the Yankees dynasty down from the inside. This is the least we can do.
07/27/2026
Weāre open. Grab a rain poncho and get over here for this weekās $4 drink specials including Apex Predator drafts.
Because booing the Cardinals on TV can make for a mighty thirst you need to slakeā¦affordably.
07/24/2026
Weāre changing lives today! Banana Laffy Taffy infused Malort!
Open by 1:20pm.
07/23/2026
Public Service Announcement: Because the beloved rodeo clowns of baseball The Savannah Bananas
are coming to town we WILL allow minors (accompanied by parents obvs) in Nisei Lounge BEFORE all three Bananas games at Wrigley Field this weekend.
Adults only post-game though.
Itās finally here. After months of anticipation, theĀ Savannah BananasĀ are bringingĀ Banana BallĀ toĀ Wrigley Field this Friday through Sunday, transforming the Friendly ā¦
07/13/2026
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the iconic Nisei Lounge in Chicagoās Wrigleyville, we brewed a special american pale ale namedā¦wait for itā¦Nisei Lounge 75th American Pale Ale! Itās 5.3% ABV and loaded with a metric sh*t ton of Simcoe hops with a nice balance of Amarillo hops for balance of fruit and bitterness. Get it on draft and in cans in both locations and in cans at Nisei. They be old, and we be loving them.
Address
3439 N Sheffield Avenue
Chicago, IL
60657
To get to the dive bar and beer bar on N Sheffield Avenue in Chicago, you can take the CTA train to the Addison station and walk west for about 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can take the #152 Addison bus and get off at Sheffield, then walk north for a few minutes. If driving, there are public parking lots on Addison and Sheffield or street parking available nearby.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
5pm - 2am |
| Tuesday |
5pm - 2am |
| Wednesday |
5pm - 2am |
| Thursday |
5pm - 2am |
| Friday |
4pm - 2am |
| Saturday |
11am - 2:15am |
| Sunday |
4pm - 2am |
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What people say
Nisei Lounge is a classic Chicago neighborhood dive bar that has been serving customers since 1951. Located in Wrigleyville, it is the oldest tavern in the area and offers an excellent selection of retro beers, craft beers, and cocktails. The bar also features a good pool table, a great jukebox, and free darts and board games for customers to enjoy.
One of the best things about Nisei Lounge is its commitment to being open for its customers. It is always open at least 2 hours before every Cubs home game and usually around 5pm daily unless there's good football, in which case they open earlier in the fall. With only two days off per year, Nisei Lounge is open 363 days a year.
The atmosphere at Nisei Lounge is laid-back and welcoming. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the drinks on offer. The bar's page describes it as "more fun in person," which is definitely true. Whether you're looking for a place to hang out with friends or catch a game, Nisei Lounge has something for everyone.
Overall, Nisei Lounge is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a classic Chicago dive bar experience. With its great selection of drinks, fun games, and welcoming atmosphere, it's easy to see why this bar has been around for so long.
