Harbee

Great atmosphere. Came here with some friends who apparently are regulars. They said it's usually packed but we came it a little too early. Everyone was friendly and the bartender was the best. Can't remember his name because honestly can't remember much from that night lol, but definitely recommend it. The bartender even gave us free beer because "he needed more cans for the wall". Which was code for thanks for coming in guys.

Really? A Chocolate, churro Porter Literally, you melt my heart! The service is awesome in this amazing and lovely tavern in the heart of pilsen, great music and unbelievable experience.

Nice no-frills spot to meet up. Decent beer selection, not overpriced, and bartenders were friendly and efficient. In addition to a decent sized bar, there are some tables in the back if you want to sit and have a conversation, and they do allow outside food to be brought in.

I really dig this place. Great beer selection and good all around vibes. Not a big place so it can get packed but if it does the music will be good and you'll have a great time.

Came here for new years eve, it was packed. People were trying to dance but it was nearly impossible. This is definitely not a good bar to dance at. Service was poor, I ordered a shot of Jameson and the bartender gave me Jack. The bartenders were nice though. Don't know if I'll be back.

They let a random person say he owns the bar and he just started hitting people with his shoulder which worked because he got someone kicked out and then he punched a women and the staff there said it’s ok because the guy ran away. Horrible establishment! Been to various bars, first time at this place and will never go again because they stand for women getting beat without any repercussions!

Chill bar in Pilsen. Personally I dont like when it gets too crowded. But on a week way you can chill a little bit better. Nice draft selection and a variety of can beers. Bartenders a fairly friendly and easy to talk to.

Very cool bar and vibe, but just so you know there are no seats anywhere. Basically standing room only. Very cool vibe, there is a dance floor on weekend.

Such a great low key chill spot in Pilsen. If you want to chill but have a good time with music, conversation with friends or the bartenders then this is a solid place to go. They have a lot of beer choices (got one of my favorites Apex Predator) , daily drink specials, and some special cocktails. They juice limes by hand so if your a margarita person it will be fresh! The staff is really cool and entertaining. The seating is kind of limited but it doesn't become a problem when your with good company.

Damn. I never imagined lowering my rating to this once beloved spot of mine. Alas, I gots to keep it 100 and acknowledge that they've fallen off. This place was a charming hole in the wall. Now it just leaves a hole in my wallet. We used to drink here all night and chat with the fun bartenders at the time, and now it just seems like a shell of its former self with some monotonous personalities behind the bar and overpriced beer. We decided to stop in on our way to the grocery store last Saturday, and we may have had a few more beers than intended, but I'm still in disbelief I spent $120. For BEER. At a "dive bar". Just the two of us. And not anything on the level of Bourbon County either. Just some average-ass IPA's and whatnot. More often I've experienced off-flavors in draft beer due to either old kegs or dirty tap lines. Though they've seemed to rectify that, based on last couple visits. Packaged beer is of limited variety and also overpriced, but that's always been the case. I know the owner (seemingly a really nice guy) has struggled to keep Harbee's above water on account of taxes, rising rent (welcome to new Pilsen), and shooting incidents, and that is clearly being projected onto the customers. Thanks for the memories tho.

Fabiola is the best!! Always on top of her work and is always so helpful!! Only reason I come in on Wednesday's after work!! Definitely the spot to be at. Also Brian makes the best Scorpion Stings!!

Verdict: Not a bad hangout spot Atmosphere / decor - 3 Service - 3 Food - NA Location - 3 Value - 3 Overall 3 I came here while visiting friends in Chicago one weekend. We wanted to go out dancing in Pilsen. When you walk in (no cover that night) the bar is on your left and there are some booths on your right. After walking through that there is an open space for dancing and I believe a few tables. The DJ that night played good music and everyone seemed into it. The only thing that bothered me was that the workers were too on top of things. They were mopping the floor while we were dancing and were taking peoples drinks off the bar, many of which were not empty yet. Overall there was nothing spectacular or horrible about it but I'd go again.

Complete hole in the wall. This place is ok if you're down for a pretty depressing dive bar scene. My beer was skunked so just stick to bud light to avoid any issues. Not a bad dive, but the skunked beer is a no no.

Had a bad experience here. Getting a nightcap with my partner and on the 2nd beer, the security guy asks me to remove my hoodie, in a place where literally every other dude is wearing a baseball hat. When I ask why, he says it's not discrimination (like when cops criminalize POC youths for wearing hoodies), that it's store policy (he's just doing his job), that the video cameras need to be able to see me -- and tells me if don't like it I can leave (in a threatening security guy way: "Do you want to make this hard?"). Wow, so the store policy is to criminalize people who wear hoodies -- the affordable clothing that people wear to keep warm (but not baseball caps) -- and kick them out. Thanks for stripping me of my dignity, my comfort in my own clothes, and letting me know that I'm being watched and untrusted if wearing a hoodie. Other than that, it's pretty alright. Had nice beers here and it was expensive.

Giving two stars for a mysterious $1 up change on every drink my out of town friends ordered. The atmosphere and drinks were fine, albeit somewhat expensive. 3 drinks was $31 with $1 up charge on each drink.

Neighborhood bar! Great Staff! Where else can you sit and have a beer and stare at an original Marcos Raya Painting!? One of the last old school bars in Pilsen!! Gets PACKED on the weekend! Dj's still spin Vinyl !!

Thieves! Charging different amounts for the same drink and trying to justify it! The bartenders are too drunk to understand what they did wrong.

This place is Awesome service. The staff is amazing. And the owner what a great charcter. And good drinks for a good price. Good vibrante pilsen establishment

Fun place if you like disorganized, overcrowded, and questionable activities. The bartender will serve you when she is finished texting on her phone. There is a DJ, somewhat a dance floor, and a dark atmosphere in the bar. The service is at the whim of whoever cares to serve Harbee. There is an outdoor alleyway for smoking and finding a crowd that is hospitable at your own risk.

I crashed a colleague's party here last night. At first when I googled the place I saw the dnainfo.com page saying it had closed, and suspected my colleague of being a hater and giving a fake location. (I don't get out much.) But this place does in fact exist. The crowd was fun, diverse in most ways but definitely mostly 20somethings, which I am...not. However, the bartenders were very friendly, no one gave me any dirty looks on the crowded dance floor, and I got mildly sexually harassed by two well-dressed, inebriated gentlemen while trying to close out my tab. So, the experience was as good as could be expected. The music was great, and the vibe was pretty chill. I couldn't hear a word anyone said to me the entire night. Lots of people were dancing (either on the dance floor, or bopping in their seats if they were with a non-dancing group of friends or not drunk enough yet). The decor was cool, and they had a f*ckton of different kinds of beer. I hear this was good beer, but I am not the person to ask about beer. This place has earned my 5 stars because it is a great place to dance. However, it's also a good place to just hang out, if you don't mind shouting in your friends' ears. I will be back, just probably not with the rest of my GenX friends.

Decent place. I like the different pieces of art and photography on the walls. I also like how there's a small space in the back that can be used as a release from the hubbub of the actual bar. The drinks are slightly overpriced. I overheard patrons saying they used to be cheaper. I hope they don't get too expensive or it wouldn't be worth coming back much. This is a nice spot with a cool, homey vibe but from what I've heard from others, it's on its way down. Hopefully that trend can reverse sometime soon.

There's something about the staff here that rub me the wrong way. Pretentious, rude I'd say, and the door men are glorified mall rat security. Honestly not sure where there's such an air of attitude. The place is a dumb the dj sucks. The crowd is half rude half depressing. Twisted cantina is much cuter. At the very least the bar tenders are NICE. Relax harbees you're not the cats meowwwww. Purrr

Harbee's is just like Simone's. It's hot for a minute and then it's just a drag to go to. Lately it's been a drag. Too many people in this small bar. Creepers. Music has been off lately too. And what's up with them never having lemonade for vodka lemonades??

I'm new to Pilsen, and walked by this place 100 times assuming it was a liquor store before my neighbors convinced me otherwise. While they DO have a to-go case in the front, it's actually a cool little neighborhood bar with a great craft beer and cocktail selection. The first time I visited, I asked to see a food menu, and the bartender told me they don't have one, but I could go to the Chinese place next door and bring back anything I wanted. WHAT?! We've heard of BYOB restaurants, but bring-your-own-food bar?! Never heard of one, but HECK YES! With that in mind, I've come back with a bag full of tacos (this is Pilsen, after all) to take over a booth and hang out for a while. Cool art on the walls, good music playing, and sweet spot to chill without being too crowded.

YAY HARBEES. This is the fucking spot. Why this is the place - They ALWAYS have $3 craft beer specials. You can get drunk on delicious ales here and only spend as much some country bumpkin at a redneck bar getting drunk on coors light would. - The crowd isn't foo foo, or all anglo hipster. It's diverse, something that Chicago has a hard fucking time with. - It's got a nice decor. Not fancy, not trashy. - People are friendly and approachable. No in-crowd crap here. - They have great music. - Awesome events like special DJs, Karaoke, Dancing, etc. SPEND YOUR MONEY HERE.

I've been living in Pilsen for about a month now and loving it. My friends and I came across Harbee's last night and were pleasantly surprised to find this place just a 2 minute walk from our front door. The newly renovated bar has tons of flat screens for your enjoyment and Diana, the extremely friendly bartender, takes requests both for the tv's and the music. They are still finishing up putting the taps in but once completed they should have around 20 drafts to chose from. Carry out choices are good as well. You can grab everything from a good craft six pack to an appropriately priced 30 rack of PBR. They have plans to put in a kitchen but currently you can grab some chinese from next door, a delicious pastry across the street, or some tacos and bring them in to munch on while you tip one back. The outside of the building isn't much to look at and their (what I hope is temporary) sign can be pretty easy to miss. They are however located right next to the public library on the corner of 18th and Blue Island and they are less than a 5minute walk directly down 18th from the pink line station. Hope to see you there!

What a great bar and liquor/beer store! I think there should be more places like this. Really what does a business have to lose? The front part of this bar is a to go beer and wine stop where you can pick up some beer and take it to any of the BYOB places in the pilsen area and the prices aren't too bad at all. The back of this bar is a bar, and they even have djs and such come here with a small dance area. Definitely a nice bar for what people told me was more like a dive bar. There is some cool decor, the bar tenders and such are really nice and friendly, there is supposedly a back patio area also, just their drink prices could be a little cheaper I think. We got a beer and a well drink and somehow we were charged $15 which seemed a little steep? But a nice, laid back bar to grab a few drinks in for sure. And the fact that it is a bar that has been a bar since 1868 or something like that based on photos hung up here, that's pretty cool!

Cool spot, been here a few times. On Wednesday and Friday the dj is pretty good and the vibe is welcoming. Only small complaint, the prices for drinks.

Hands down an awesome spot. Has a side outdoor area to smoke and super cool people. You have to know about certain nights though, without a dj, sometimes the music isn't the best. Otherwise, awesome spot on 18th.

I came here on a Tuesday night while in town for a convention at McCormick Place. Beer selection is phenomenal. Decor, beautiful. But very thin crowd. Ten or less of us, at the bar, watching into our glasses, or the NBA playoffs (with full volume) on their two screens. Bartender and service were good. It would be a great place to come with friends, on a low key night, and just "own" the place. Beer to go is a nice supplement!

Great place to end an evening. Did some dancing, had a beer--I'd go back. Wish they had more bathrooms though!

Ummm, hello new awesome cool bar!!! Where have you been? It's incredibly wonderful to meet you! Went here last night for the first time and I'll be back. I love it! DJs spin vinyl, more craft brews than you can shake a stick at, reasonably priced, and just right ambiance... So happy my friend lives down the street...I'll be going to her house a lot more often :)

Nicest, most professional staff in any bar in Pilsen!!! Great owner Mr. Steve is always ready for a good conversation!!

This hidden gem of a bar is tucked away in Pilsen! It's not your typical dive bar - you walk in and are surrounded with tons of unique artwork covering the walls. The draft beers rotate, and the selection they had when we went on a Sunday, was exceptional. They had a small dance floor with strobe lights, which I'm sure becomes full on a Friday and Saturday night. Did I mention they're within walking distance to bomb taco places!?

One of the better places for craft beer in the pilsen area, they have quite an extensive list for reasonable prices, can be a good place to watch a sports game, especially if you can get a seat in the area in back, it also has a dance floor and can get turnt up on a weekend night, its also byo food which is nice, ive been here 4 times now and liked it each time

Great late night place to end your night. I heard it was some what remodeled, I guess the bathrooms might of still been kept the same.... The music was fun, the vibe was good. Everyone there was nice, the seats were ample and not too crowded. The drinks are pretty good, But i mostly drink beer, and it looked like they have a great selection.

Here's my dilemma with this place. The bartenders are the most rude things I've encountered and for no great reason! The drinks are also mediocre. If my favorite reggae DJ didn't frequent here, I wouldn't step foot in here.

I love this place. I usually only go on Tuesdays, and I've had a nice time every time I've been. The patrons vary between hipsters and pseudo-snobs, but for the most part, everyone gets along really well. The drinks are pretty good, though I typically get a beer, which if you're into it, they have a TON of selections. I'd tell anyone to go check it out. Have a blast.

Great, small space. Very artistic and an excellent beer menu. Bar staff was very welcoming and attentive. Only 2 booths so not very ideal for a date atmosphere unless you don't mind sitting at the bar.

Vibe is cool, decor is cool, DJs are always great playing a mix of hip hop and house. Drinks are pretty standard but an overall fun, chill time.

When going through a taco crawl in this neighborhood, my friends and I stopped in this place for a beer. It's small and intimate, which I particularly enjoy in a bar. They have a lot of interesting art around, including some messed up mannequins. Take a look at some of the stuff around! This place was carrying Dogfish Head beer...something I did NOT expect to see this far from Delaware! Great beer list in an unexpected neighborhood. Will definitely come back if I'm in town.

My Tuesday and Thursday hang out! Thursdays is Karaoke night!!!!!!! The bartenders are always pleasant.

Had to order 5 different beers to get one they actually had in stock. Every beer I ordered was from the whiteboard on the wall behind the bar. Bartender acted like it was a huge imposition that I ordered something that wasn't a Miller Lite ("Where are you getting ehse beers from?!"... from your menu, dude) and the place smells like lysol and puke. Lotsa creeper middle aged guys here too. SKIP

Love this place. Wide selection of beer, great music and vibes. It's a little narrow and can get packed at times but Def worth it Saturday nights. I love the cumbia house mix ups and of course the bartenders. I would Def recommend stopping in here.

hmmm i dont remember being in here but it would have been during the time of my brothers bachelors party... which could be why i dont remember it but hey, it must have been cool enough for me to check in! Cant say much else about it!

Totally, this place is kool. I never ventured inside and i've lived in Pilsen my whole life. I always associated it w older neighborhood folk, which is what it was. But since it reopened w a new owner and remodeled its looks great. Nice beer selection, which according to the owner will grow very soon. As long as they have "Stella" im good. :) The bartender whos name is Diana is a sweet little flower. Very friendly etc. ( an old friend) This place has great potential but needs to loose the groups of little Gangbanger types that tend to wander in and out at times. Although ive only been in there once maybe it was just a fluke but those clowns def need to find another place to hang and maybe this place can be a new gem to this awsome community. I personally am in the works of doing a special music night there and have some close dj friends that are itching to get in as well. Lets make this a good one Pilsen. Cheers,

I am so happy that this place opened up right in the heart of Pilsen. It's a great neighborhood bar with very friendly bar tenders that try hard to remember your name. They'll play whatever you want on the TVs. The clientele is a nice Pilsen mix of old Mexican men and young urban professionals. All are welcome at Harbee's, though the place would look more welcoming if it didn't have those divey looking neon signs. The inside is an architectural gem with it's vaulted ceilings and original tap.

Randomly came in here Saturday evening around 7pm with a few friends. We weren't sure what to expect, as it is hard to see in the door windows....but we were presently surprised! The bartender was very nice and was playing some hip hop, which we were enjoying; she even asked us if the music was OK. For a bit we were the only people in there, but when we left around 9 or so, it was filling up. I am looking forward to coming back and am glad to have stumbled in here!

Very eccentric place with music that consisted of original CHICAGO style house music early when first opened, nowadays play mainstream but they alternate electronic musicians we some call these days DJs. The lasers are cool I guess. The reason why I enjoy this place most was for da music, but the beer options are great compared to current bars selling/pushing IPAs. The prices are descent. The place is narrow, not the best for claustrophobic people. Crowd has changed much but that's life. I get that wicker park vibe but the 20s something crowds like to get drunk and start lame fights that are laughable like tonight 10/04/15. Place could use more security or limit number of customers....my opinion. The bartenders are great if they notice you among there favorites....Rock on I'm out!

Nice beer selection. To be honest, I think I actually kind of like it better than Skylark (and they do take cards here). It's a lot louder than Skylark, but definitely more intimate/cozy (I say that to mean more small/crowded). I kind of wish they had a dancing area of sorts... They do have a little, outdoor patio in the back -- good for drinking and having a smoke.

I like this place consider it an upscale local Pilsen watering hole. Filled with hipsters and a wide beer selection. That pretty much sums up Harbees.

This place never dissapoints! The beer selection is on point and they always have awesome music. Hard to get a great beer asking with a great DJ living something good, but that's always the case at harbees. Its nice to have something other than Simones in the area. Extra happy that you can purchase beer to go and its prrtty cheap to take home!

the bartenders are fine here! illiana and sharon just know how make me drink those sweet drinks. the owner steve is a sweet heart and is a great person. plenty of beer to choose from. a few to many kids with beards who can't handle tequila. music is very different on various days. place is just fun.

So I wondered in here in a Sunday night, determined to find a TV showing The Walking Dead in Pilsen. I was 20 min late (damn you central time!) but TWD was on. Diana set me up with their beer menu and all was right with the world. The menu has lots of variety and the bar was nice. Will definite be back later.

Pilsen's finest. This place has class, and GREAT drinks. Thursday night they do karaoke, and they have TV's if you got a man who wants to watch some sports. I'm not a fan of divey places, which is why I love Harbee's, cuz it's nice not divey. My man loves the beer selection here, and keeps talking about bringing his buddies down on sunday's. We'll be regulars here for a long time.

Im so ashamed I have lived so close to this place for years and never set foot in it until recently..the great time I have had on the times I have been there makes me really believe i missed out on lotsa fun..luckily I plan to visit this place as much as possible..Harbees doesnt look like much from the outside but when you step in, its a nice cozy spot with great craft beers at very reasonable prices, excellent, friendly, attentive service(no snotty scenester servers) and really cool music...the crowd is really diverse and out for a good time..no d-bags in sight!...Karaoke on thursdays...if you want a nice night out enjoying fine brews,booze and tunes..check this place out..its a hidden gem....

Im new to Pilsen and heard good things about Harbees so I checked out the fb and website, and decided to ask some coworkers to meet me on Friday after work. To our dismay the place was closed, there's a sign on the door saying closed until further notice! Hope it reopens not sure how long it's been closed, but sucks that I had friends meet me and there's noting posted on their website or social media just like they posted all the Djs for the month I wouldn't expect the would post there closing!! We wouldn't have wasted our time. Luckily Dusek's and Simone's is down the street