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Will's Northwoods Inn

Restaurant Bar American restaurant Pub Bar and grill Sports bar

Bar, patio & haven for Wisconsinites with cheese curds & other pub grub plus TVs tuned to the game. People often mention Wisconsin, watch, curds, Great, atmosphere, staff, Packers, game, cheese, great,


Address

3030 N Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, United States

Website

www.willsnorthwoodsinn.com

Contact

+1 773-528-4400

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (886 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 5 pm to 12 am
  • Wednesday: 12 pm to 1 am
  • Thursday: 12 pm to 1 am
  • Friday: 12 pm to 2 am
  • Saturday: 10 am to 2 am
  • Sunday: 10 am to 12 am
  • Monday: 5 pm to 12 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: Wisconsin (10) watch (7) curds (7) Great (7) atmosphere (6) staff (6) Packers (6) game (6) cheese (6) great (6)
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  • 2/5 Scott B. 8 months ago on Google • 114 reviews
    THREATENED BY MANAGER.  Manager of the bar wanted to kick me out and fight me.  I am a Bears fan that met friends there -- generally not an issue to root for the home team.  The general atmosphere of the bar is fine, the lack of professionalism and overall maturity of management is a real problem.  The manager of the bar (leaning on the fence in the picture) threatened me to fight, and then instructed his staff to "watch what I do, then get him out" because the Packers were losing near the end of the game.  This entire situation was 100% unprovoked.   I was speaking to others around our table outside when we all were interrupted by a veiled threat from someone I did not even realize was interloping on the conversation.  Clearly, this manager has zero professionalism, and has no business working in the hospitality industry.  The bouncer staff was excellent, the front bartenders were excellent -- I hope they will find employment elsewhere. Fire this manager immediately. Full stop.
    11 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Josh B. 2 years ago on Google • 255 reviews
    Love this neighborhood bar, def order some cheese curds (with extra ranch!) and the ruben when you come. I've gotten it 4+ times and have never been disappointed! (Pic attached) The bartenders are super friendly and there are 5 dart boards you can play on, I suggest going to play in the back room since there is more space. Plenty of TVs everywhere to watch any games on also. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Larry M. 8 months ago on Google • 985 reviews
    Very cool atmosphere. This place is larger than it appears. Outdoor space is very nice and fun. Food was really good and a nice place to hang for a quiet weekday lunch. Parking is tough.

  • 1/5 Ethan T. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolute joke. Sat down for over 20 minutes and was never served or approached by a single employee. Multiple employees walked by our table but did not approach or help us. There are several other sports bars in the area that have much better service. Not worth wasting your time here.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jim L. 2 years ago on Google • 128 reviews
    Freaking love this place. The absolute perfect definition of a neighborhood pub. However it's the food I come here for. The Friday nite fish fry and the everyday Walleye bites are awesome. And the burgers are huge and delicious. The place has a great atmosphere with plenty of TVs and friendly staff.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mike L And Jerry The P. 1 year ago on Google
    I really love the vibe of this bar. It has the feel of a small town bar but In A big city. The drinks are well poured & moderately priced. Great back yard space and who can forget all the animals & the moose!! It’s such a unique experience. I give this place a 5⭐️ Jerry gives this a 4⭐️ (he didn’t like all the stuffed animals)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel M. 2 years ago on Google • 189 reviews
    GREAT place to hang out and watch a Packers game. Beer is cold, curds are hot, and the service is great! Three different indoor rooms and a large outdoor beer garden, it's a great place. Would definitely come back again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lauren H. 8 months ago on Google • 46 reviews
    I’ve been to Wills more times than I can count and I have never been disappointed! This is the best Wisconsin bar in the city. Their food, especially the cheese curds and chicken Caesar wrap, is phenomenal. This most recent visit, we came to watch a Packers game and had so much fun. The patio is the perfect place for game day food and drinks with friends. Wills continues to be one of my favorite bars and restaurants in the city. Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Thomas B. 6 months ago on Google • 35 reviews
    Good basic neighborhood bar. Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable woodsy atmosphere. Food okay but nothing to write home about. Beer selection notably lacking Wisconsin entries, which is odd in a Wisconsin-themed place that markets itself as a place for Badgers to gather.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Brian G. 1 year ago on Google • 33 reviews
    Great place to hang out for Badger and Packers games in Chicago. You'll probably want to get there early to get a seat because they will be packed. Food is also pretty solid for bar food. The Mariano's Habanero Burger was so hot it literally made me cry.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 R.W. S. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice local pub. Friendly vibe. Good food and drinks.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Eric In Chicago S. 2 years ago on Google • 75 reviews
    We’d heard about the Friday fish fry so we decided to give it a shot. We both grew up in Wisconsin so we know our fish fries and what a “Wisconsin bar” should have. We were SO happy we went! My family had a place on Lac Courte O’Reilles outside of Hayward and we have a donor brick at the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame so imagine how I felt seeing these pictures! The fish was perfect! We also had the Woody-style poutine, cheese curds and an old fashioned. It definitely felt like home away from home. Other than being really crowded it was a great time.

  • 4/5 David “Do-chelin g. 7 months ago on Google • 50 reviews
    Picked up some food for dinner, and chicken ceasar wraps at Will's are better than most of the bars I've been to. Love how they offer a side of broccoli. Would like to stop by to watch a game on their huge screen.

  • 5/5 Andrew W. 9 months ago on Google
    I mean what is there to even say... Best Wisco bar outside of Wisco. Get a high life or five and get here early to watch Badger or Packer games. Friday fish fry is great as are the cheese curds. Top tier patio!

  • 5/5 Peach F. 1 year ago on Google
    We love this place. I really want to touch the moose but they make it clear that is a no-no. Lots of sports stuff which I don’t totally understand. Place seems like it belongs up north. Beers were cold and good. Would love to see a hoppy Pilsner added on tap. Will’s be back!!!

  • 5/5 Aly M. 1 year ago on Google
    My friends and I go here for trivia every Tuesday. It starts at 7:30, but it’s so popular you have to get there a bit early if you want a table. The place is big with lots of different seating options. Staff is always friendly and warm. Food isn’t top notch but it’s typical decent bar food, my favorite being the cheese curds. They have euchre on Wednesdays that I haven’t been to but heard it’s a good time.

  • 5/5 Nick W. 1 year ago on Google
    A supremely Wisconsin-themed bar deep in Illinois territory. Fun welcoming environment with stellar decorations. Worth the visit regardless of your attachment/affinity level for Wisconsin!

  • 5/5 Nick S. 1 year ago on Google
    A Chicago staple for Wisconsin sports fans, but hospitable to fans of all teams. Great place for darts and hilarious weekly open mic comedy!

  • 4/5 Kevin O. 1 year ago on Google
    Great neighborhood bar. For those living in or visiting Lakeview, this is what it’s all about. Food is good, beer prices are decent, and both the indoor and outdoor spaces are fun to hang out in

  • 5/5 jason r. 2 years ago on Google
    Fun Wisconsin sports lovers bar! Great patio too.

  • 5/5 Gunger Brothers World H. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this place! A must see. Great food and drink in a relaxed atmosphere. Muskies on the wall!

  • 5/5 Matt L. 2 years ago on Google
    Great bartenders. Fried pickles and onion rings were very good. Normally fried pickle spears orders come with 4-5 but here there were probably like 12.

  • 5/5 Elliot K. 2 years ago on Google
    Its a place for people to get drunker than they thought they could but also a place to make new friends and blacked out memories. Highly recommend because the staff will never let you down. Who knows, you might wake up with a winner or maybe some cheese curds under your pillow. 50/50

  • 5/5 Kyle 2 years ago on Google
    Neat and surprisingly massive bar in the Lakeview neighborhood. Feels like a place straight out of Wisconsin. Tons of TVs and a huge patio out back. Had some fried apps, all of which were satisfactory. Definitely gets rocking when a Wisconsin sports team is playing. Worth stopping by!

  • 5/5 Ryan S. 2 years ago on Google
    This bar has a strong wholesome feeling. It brings a dive bar to modern standards, feeling clean but homely. There's a few games to play while you drink and a comedy show every week. The patio area is large for the city and the bartenders bring the whole experience together!

  • 5/5 Kim W. 2 years ago on Google
    Love Wills. Everything about this bar is perfect from the food, to the staff, to the atmosphere. I have been coming here for years and have never had a bad experience. Perfect place to watch a Badgers & Packers game, but also perfect for a regular meal and night out

  • 5/5 JT B. 2 years ago on Google
    I never been here except for one time, but when I went here I was wondering why the heck I haven't been here before... Probably because I don't like the Green Bay Packers and I'm not really a big Wisconsin fan, however if you can get past that this place is legitimately badass with its North woods feel and I got a nice patio on the back with a great bar.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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