10 Great Chicago Restaurants Where Sitting At The Bar Is The Move - Chicago - The Infatuation

"Unlike darker places more suitable for brooding and ignoring people, Community Tavern’s cheerful, brightly lit space is perfect when you don’t mind the possibility of making friends over a beer at the bar. A seat at the counter also gives you direct access to the always friendly service and great Asian-inspired dishes, like the short rib dumplings. But the real highlight at this upscale pub in Portage Park is the uncomplicated burger: two patties, American cheese, caramelized onions, and a spicy sauce—one of the best in the city." - adrian kane, veda kilaru