Jefferson Tap & Grille

Update after owner's response: They have done a great job and did wonderful things during covid serving hospital workers. That being said, as someone who would come often and speak to the regulars there were things that made me worry. When I started going in 2013 I went enough to know the regulars and would call it the 'Cheers of Chicago'. For what I heard it was from staff and regulars. I don't want to comment anymore. I wish them good luck with their business and in the future. That being said the staff is not the same as when I started going over 13 years ago. They were very congenial and kind. I am disappointed that the owners responded in this way to someone they clearly knew was a regular. I also think their responses to reviews show a shift in mentality. I wish them the best. Original post: Fine bar but, but has been going downhill. AlthoughI have only heard from other customers over multiple years of patronage before I left Chicago, I have heard they do questionable things out of the kitchen.

PHENOMENAL customer service. There was a slight hiccup in my party's takeout order. Queen went above and beyond to take care of us. As someone who prides himself in his own customer service, I can't stress how much that made my day. Thank you, and I hope this review is seen by any prospecting patrons!

Look, it's Chicago. I want to complain about the prices but that wouldn't be very fair considering your other options in this area. You're gonna pay $50+ per person. The food/drinks are good, though. I was really impressed with their Ruben, but the BLT wrap was mediocre at best. None of us were big fans of the fries either. The ambiance is really good. Service was okay but it was a bit busy when we were there. It's not a bad place, but I've had better.

Great neighborhood restaurant & bar with tons of space. The menu is huge and diverse, with lots of really solid options that would surprise you for a neighborhood bar. Chipotle Chicken sandwich is my favorite sandwich here and I order the blueberry bourbon smash quite a bit. Service is friendly but can be a bit slow because they’re understaffed at times. Overall highly recommend as a happy hour spot or place to grab a bite at late night.

This place has amazing customer service! We visited Chicago from Buffalo, NY. We ordered food and chose the delivery option. Jefferson Tap and Grill was having an issue with their 3rd party delivery and our order wasn’t going to be delivered. Mara the general manager called me and got our hotel’s address…she delivered our order personally. Above and beyond customer service especially in a very busy city on a Saturday! Highly recommend!!!

After ordering, our initial order was messed up and we were pretty disappointed but after calling and checking in on the misunderstanding, they completely fixed our order from top to bottom without any fuss. Food was incredible and service was even better.

Was a great atmosphere at one point a decade ago and now woke. Not a great atmosphere and unfriendly management/staff. Very rude with their original customer base and many patrons left. Chicago has a lot more to offer than a classless degrading establishment.

Enjoyed hanging out here for some of the games for March madness. Tried the nachos and they were pretty good and filling. Really enjoyed the cookie skillet for dessert! If you go on Sunday they’ve got a deal on Whisky!

Went here after looking at some apartments with my brother. Just needed a quick bite to eat around 3 ish. Service was quick, and the menu had a lot of different options. I was really happy about their cold brew martini! It was so good! It was like an espresso martini but sweeter, as a cold brew lover, I was in heaven! We got spinach dip and the chips were fresh, but I was a bit disappointed in the pita as it was super rough. I got the chipotle chicken sandwich and it was perfect! Smoked gouda was chefs kiss and the chipotle mayo they used had like the perfect bit of spice! Definitely recommend that! My brother got the bbq smoked sliders and said they were really good too. Both of us ended up taking home leftovers and were able to enjoy them the next day. Not much to say about the feel of the place, average local bar, it was starting to get more folks in as we were leaving, probably a good spot to grab a beer after work and watch whatever sports you're into.

Good bar food in a relaxed atmosphere. Slow, distracted service. Staff was friendly when you could get their attention, but they seemed overwhelmed with a weekday after work crowd, and it really wasn't crowded. The chicken panini was yummy as was my husbands burger. I think it'd be worth going back, they may have just been having an off night.

My go to late night spot for a drink, wings, and cheese tots. Always biscuits for dogs on the patio by the door. Service is always friendly! Food is a little pricey but worth it at 2 am. Nice neighborhood bar!!

Good food for late night eats. Pizza and hot wings were good. Upstairs bartenders are cool.

Came here for a quick bite and drink date w my boy after visiting Cookie and it was a 10/10!!! AMAZING potato skins that are a must order along with great HH boneless wings and a $6 draft ipa from a local brewery; couldn't recommend this place enough for either a hangout w friends or a little date night :)

Stopped in for dinner after a day of travel and had a solid experience. Service was a bit slow, but we were in no hurry and they were SLAMMED with customers. Once a few diners left, our service was great, and the food and drink were top notch. It was a group of 4 and we had the pretzel bites to munch on while we waited for our food. They were a nice-sized serving, and very tasty. I got the Buffalo Chicken Salad...one of the best I've ever had. Spicy chicken, blue cheese crumbles AND dressing, and very fresh veggies. It was excellent! Others in our group got the Turkey Burger (good, not remarkable), the Nashville Hot Chicken (they accomodated with grilled chicken on request-nice!), and a Chicken Avocado Wrap - very good. Lots of sides to pick from; solid and very pleasant service, and great drinks. Cool vibe with a ton of TV's to track all the events.

Short pores expensive drinks and horrible bar service. I was there with a few friends at the bar recently we all drink bourbon most of us straight up a couple on ice I watched our waitress pour less than a full of glass ice and charged us an extremely expensive amount of money for the amount of the poor we is what it is when we a second round the bartenders are too busy talking to the locals and giving out free drinks to them versus actually providing service we left and went to New Line a much better choice in the neighborhood.

We came to Chicago for my friends bday, we originally came here for food and ended up staying for 3 hrs Location: it's a dive bar feel, very casual but comfortable. Parking: We ubered Service: for a bunch of young drunk ppl, our service was top tier. They were patient and most importantly didn't have us removed Ambience/Crowd: it's a laidback vibe, you can wear sneakers if that helps. The crowd is mixed... everyone is welcome Food/drink : 6/10 I had the southwest egg rolls, they were good to me! Will I be back? And Why - I'm not rushing back, but I would go here if I came back to Chicago and needed a relaxed vibe

We were yelled at by what appeared to be a manager for asking if it was possible to split a check. We would have not cared if they said they didn't do that here but the yelling over a simple question was rude and uncalled for.

The BEST sweet potato fries I've ever had in my life. The beer selection is awesome and the service was lovely!

We've been eyeballing this place since we moved to the area, but never got around to trying it til tonight! Loved the vibe of this neighborhood restaurant! Even though it wasn't busy when we went, I can totally see this as being somewhere you go any day when you just want some good food, simple drinks, and a chill time with friends. Jefferson Tap checked the boxes for dinner tonight. I like that it's tucked away on the side of the street because sometimes, trying to catch a bite on Randolph or in Fulton Market is just tooooooo much and too loud. It was nice being able to walk in, choose our seats from a variety of indoor and outdoor options, and not have to deal with being around a ton of people. Our server was great! Super nice and came by check on us not too much and not too little. We ordered the pretzel breadsticks (?) with cheese sauce, burger burrito, and the fish & chips. Portions were great for the price in my opinion, and the food was piping hot when it came out. I can see how others may think that it's too pricey, but for the area, it's honestly standard. It's nice to go out and support local restaurants instead of paying literally the same or MORE for delivery from subpar places. Would love to come back again someday!

God awful service and food. I waited at my table for almost 20 mins to even have someone come over and say hello. I would have left before that but it was late and I was from out of town. The servers seemed more interested in taking care of their regulars. I only went to this place after it was recommended by the hotel I was staying at. I was finally greeted and my order was taken. I had the chicken panini. The chicken was dried out and tasteless. I've had better from fast food restaurants. When it came time for the bill they charged me for their workers healthcare costs. You read that right. An actual line item on the receipt had that on there. That should be included in the cost of the food not a line item telling everyone they give their employees healthcare. Virtue signaling? I was also charged 20% automatically for the tip since it was apparently an event night which I couldn't tell since their weren't that many people there. If I had been given the opportunity to reduce what I was going to tip I wouldn't be writing this review. I went back to the hotel I was staying at let them know about my experience to which they said they would stop recommending them. ps I also had to yell loudly "miss" several time to get the attention of the server after my food was brought out and I wasn't given silverware or a napkin. The lady who responded to me finally looked at me and in a condescending tone said "Yes". You could tell on her face she didn't want to help.

Servers were super nice, got me in to a table while it was crowded, and were very attentive. Meatloaf was excellent. Good selection of beers. Unfortunately a few German ones were out so I picked another and got a discount from my server because she could tell I was disappointed. Good job setting TVs up with sports and having audio on for football. Definitely a place I'll make regular visits to.

Bottom 2 establishments in Chicago. Drinks and food tasted very old. Fried food tasted like oil was 4 weeks old and hadn't been changed. Quality of food and protein was terrible and tasted worse. Service was slow. Highly do not recommend.

Had a good day today - saw some of my best friends from work and afterwards I went to the molson coors building and they graciously served me. I had 4 different types of drinks. After that I went to Highline bc my former direct report now directly reports to the person whom I used to directly report to. After acquiring two free drinks I ventured to this lovely spot - which this review is all about. Met my boy UVM mike at J-Tap. Got the smash burger but failed to take a picture because I was SO hungry. Sweet potato fries were awesome. AND, because I checked in on Yelp, I got a free beer with my burger. LFG!!! Buddy of mine from college is supposed to meet me here but I need to be up at 5:45 so I am anguishing over sending him the text that basically says "sorry bro, I'm done for the night" I'm kind of lame now, but that's not the Jefferson Tap's fault. Def go here Apparently the kitchen is open late but I eat fast

Walked in on Friday 2/16 at 6:05 pm watched the bartender and waitress behind the bar down 2 full shots 5 seconds apart. Waited around for a few minutes to be seated but the staff seemed to distracted to care. I've been here hundreds of times but things have changed. Look elsewhere until they can pull things back together. If this is the way they behave in the front of the house it's a gamble what happens behind closed doors in the kitchen.

Service is really friendly and there's a Yelp check in offer! We came in late on a Saturday night with a big party and they were able to accommodate us upstairs. The bottom part seemed kind of loud and crowded, but upstairs was great. Drinks and food were decent, the portobello fries were good. Portions are big.

The egg rolls are delicious, ask for a side of sour cream. Also, had onion rings, great venue.

We recently hosted an event in the Loft and it was the perfect space. The staff was amazing and the use of the screens and TV's made it a great place for a presentation. They prepared a signature mocktail and the steady flow of hot pizzas made for easy grab and go food for networking. We can't wait to host another event with Jefferson Tap and Grill. Thank you! www.thewolfandthebee.org

Best buffalo chicken wrap I've ever had. It's addicting!!! I was also told the Thai chicken wrap is amazing. Definitely try this place out

Exploiting customers so you don't have to pony up your end of a health insurance option is not really my thing. Really getting tired of the shenanigans the food service industry has been pulling. Our server let us know she does not use the company provided health care option. So... that means this money is going where exactly? If anything, I should be able to tip my server and they should choose how to spend that money (whether to buy into the company benefits) My employer pays the majority of my health insurance costs and I pay a monthly amount that is nominal. Tell me why I am being asked to subsidize a benefit the company should be paying out of their pocket? And don't you dare tell me that this allows FT employees a free healthcare (no monthly expense) option, while the company maintains their end of the commitment. Not buying it. I'm all for professionalizing the industry, but the approach of using the pandemic/inflation to increase prices and then transferring burdens to customers is tired. Reach into those deep pockets of yours and care of your staff as you should instead of relying on the public (good) to do it for you!

Hi, In response to the owner... No, it wasn't a delivery it was a pick up . Walked in had a drink while order was being completed. We live 7 blocks away.. and Drove there and back.. SORRY YOUR REPLY NOT ACCEPTED!! JUST MAYBE YOUR COOK HAD A BAD DAY! Thanks for replying MONTHS LATER THO! Hv a nice day!

Great food, but service has gotten so slow the past few times I was there. Hadn't gotten my food till the end of my lunch hour and there doesn't seem to be a sense of any urgency. I really don't want to go there anymore and usually don't recommend it to anyone.

Food and service were great! I got the black angus burger, and it was delicious! The bartender recommended a beer when they were out of mine, and it was very good!

go to place for mid afternoon "work" meetings. Andy and Mia are my favorites but everyone is awesome especially Jodi. highly recommend

What a great find! A fantastic space, downstairs and upstairs. Food was very good as was the service. Shout out to Chris for making sure our very large group was taken care of all day and into the evening for an event. This hidden gem is worth the effort to get to.

My husband and I are in town on our honeymoon, this place was awesome. The manager Mrs. QUEEN was the best along with the server. The food is superb. We had the eggrolls, and drinks. We're back today for lunch. Please visit this place. I rank them a 10 in customer service & food. Southwest Egg Rolls.

Just keeps getting worse. If you come in daytime it's not bad. But food is SERIOUSLY overpriced!!! If you come at night... well.... Terrible awful nasty service. It's in my backyard- l wish it could be my local hang out. But just sooooo bad now. Crappy, rushed vapid service. Have to ask for napkins, condiments, etc.... Didn't get what I ordered exactly either. No apologies just " I'm busy". Why do I have to pay full price for this then? If I don't get what I ordered then don't charge me full price. People keep coming and giving money so I guess there is no motivation to improve things....

Went here for the first time yesterday. I assumed it was bigger inside than what it was. Also kinda taken aback by placement on the street where it ends. Got an Allagash White, and a Balcones Texas Rye. The staff was cordial and polite.

Very good. I come here as often as I can. Great service, great food and very chill vibe. You can go on a date or go with some friends. Very low key and I hope it stays that way! Definitely recommend if you haven't gone!

I love this bar the employees are very nice n friendly the food and drinks are very good always fresh. I left my coat on accident and they were so polite they keep it and everything was still in my coat. this bar is 10/10

I live in the neighborhood, have been here many times, and incredibky disappointed with the experience we had today. Just awful food and service was no better. Two of us came in for a Bloody Mary, and some lunch. We ordered a Reuben sandwich and grilled cheese. The Reuben wasn't horrible, but the bread was likely old or grilled too long because it was hard to even break off and chew. The basic grilled cheese sandwich had one side of the bread grilled, the other was not. Each of ordered the French fries and potatoes as our side. Neither order was hot and they didn't taste fully cooked. Blech! Disgusting food! We did share our dissatisfaction with the waiter, but he cared less. Spoke to guy sitting next to us who ordered a pizza who told us that the pizza wasn't very good either. Also, beware of this happening in Chicago- they added in a service charge to the bill - for what they claim is to help cover employees healthcare costs. I've seen this before, and find it ridiculous. At other restaurants you do have the ability to ask for that additional charge to be removed, but not here. Can't afford to pay for employees benefits - that is not my problem. This isn't fine dining and this charge is offensive at a bar like this is. My friend is in the service industry and swore she will never be back. I've watched her be a very generous tipper, but that didn't happen today, we left basic 20%. Overall, I would just SKIP the place it's just not good food. Not sure what's changed or what's happened here, but by all means just avoid it. Many other good lunch joints to find out there.

Amazing food - even better service!!! Emily and Jenna were amazing! The service was top notch from remembering allergies to drink orders. They had a lot of tables and still remembered my group by name and drinks. All cocktails and draft beers were fresh! Food was amazing too - my hats off to the cooks who put so much effort behind it! All in all - definitely come and visit the amazing staff and stay for some food and drinks!

Maybe I caught a bad night. The buffalo chicken wrap was just sauce, lettuce, tomato. Literally no chicken. Just a couple pieces of deep fried breadcrumbs. The service was amazing tho.

Burgers and apps were good. Cookie skillet came out very burnt but the lava cake was pretty good. There is an upstairs and downstairs seating area. I think upstairs is mainly for trivia. Trivia night was a lot of fun! All the staff was friendly and easy to order with.

Overall wasn't the welcoming feeling that me and my friend experienced here. Poorly on customer service. The guy at the door did a great job tho.

My mother and I are in town for a wedding shower and had lunch here, and it's AMAZING! The vibe is perfect -- cozy and approachable while still retaining cleanliness and elegance. It feels like a corner bar you'd go to where everyone knows your name. The servers are quick, friendly and warm, and the wait time is almost inexistent, even on a Friday aftenroon. I got the Greek salad with chicken and my mom got the BBQ chicken salad and they were FANTASTIC -- fresh and delicious with very generous portions. We had a side of the artichoke dip with the house chips and I honestly could've had 3 portions of just that! And of course the mimosas were perfectly proportioned and we couldn't leave without trying the skillet cookie. 10/10 will definitely be back!

One of the all time best neighborhood bars. Great for games, great to hang, kid & dog friendly. Weekly visit for us. We love J Tap!

Traveling for business and this is a must go! Fun sports bar with an inviting environment. I showed up alone but the welcoming staff and patrons made me feel like family. Our server Mara was delightful. She was quick, professional, and authentically friendly. The food was amazing. I washed the buffalo chicken wrap down with a nice cold beer and some March Madness playing in the background. I couldn't of dreamt of a better dining experience. I would give this place 10 stars if Yelp would let me. I'll be making the trip back!

Can't say anything about the food or drinks because we were just turned away. Mizzou has their watch parties there and we showed up to watch the NCAA game. We were told they're at capacity even though lots of people were leaving. She told us "you could stand right here" which was a corner by the door where we couldn't eat or drink and probably see the tv from the side. No one else coming in after us got turned away (at least they didn't come out). Didn't even give us an option to wait, just NOPE. Update: as you can see, the owner responded that they offered to allow us to stand in a corner and order food and drinks. Maybe he can somehow do that while having no table, but most of us don't like being treated like a dog.

Great neighborhood bar, full beer and food menu and the best thing is the kitchen is open until 12am! Staff are friendly and great, never had a bad time here and hidden secret their Buffalo Chicken Wrap is one of the best in town!

Premier mizzou bar in the city of Chicago. Gets pretty crowded on game days and they sometimes have issues keeping up With the demand, but other than that great place

I have been here quite a few times because it is near my house. The food is pretty good and I have enjoyed the atmosphere. However, every time I am there I feel like my service gets worse and worse. The last time I was there a couple days ago I asked my partner if they were pranking me and the restaurant had rebranded to be like Dick's Last Resort. Maybe my waitress was having an off night but the experience was to the point I was uncomfortable being in the establishment and we got the bill and left, which really stinks since I really enjoy the food and the place itself. I would like to come back, however there are too many places in the city where I don't have to experience this so more than likely not. I wish I could give multiple reviews since food and atmosphere are great, I am only upset with how the people they employ choose to behave.

A bunch of my coworkers and I came to JTap on a Tues after a work holiday party, and even though they were hosting trivia, they were able to accommodate our large group with ease! We had a great time and basically dominated the touch tunes. Everyone who works at Jefferson Tap is fabulous! They work hard and deliver to a high quality!

I love popping in here when I want to escape running into folks I may know. Jefferson is a nice low key neighborhood bar in the middle of the bustling Fulton Market/River West/West Loop 'hoods. The drinks are standard 'hood bar, the food is filling and always consistent, and the beer list impressive. Come in for a cozy place to watch a game on tv, or to sit by the windows in the summer months.

Pretty good neighborhood bar and grill. Chill, nice atmosphere. Prices are reasonable. Staff was super friendly and attentive. Lots of beers on tap and cocktails weren't too much money. Food was just ok. We were in a Weird Sunday food mood so our group ordered lots of soups, salads, wraps and they were fine. The people who ordered the greasier bar food seemed to enjoy it more. The waffle fries were good. The goat cheese marinara was pretty tasty- would recommend. The French onion soup was a little disappointing- more of a gravy consistency than a broth. If you are on Yelp, check in for free beer. Overall, good for a casual vibe with friends, but nothing to write home about.

Small town hospitality in a big city. Some of the nicest staff I have ever met. Came here first a few years ago on a first date and was charmed immediately by the staff, especially Mara (who is now the GM). Came back three years later with the same girl I was on a first date with but now married and the hospitality is still alive. Queen made our wedding night so special and made sure Jefferson Tap will remain a special place for the rest of our lives.

J Tap is a very decent spot for bar food and a game. We shared the goat cheese marinara and it was pretty tasty! We came here on a Sunday after a long weekend so ordered a bit lighter and that may not have been the right move. We mostly went for soup/salad - all three of us that went for the French Onion soup barely touched it - it's objectively bad, tastes like a heavy blob of gravy. The Buffalo Chicken wrap was pretty average, but the waffle fries were great! If I come back, I'll go for a burger/sandwich and keep it easy.

Excellent bar food and service. The atmosphere was pleasant and it was a great place for lunch. We shared 2 items and the kitchen split it for us. Nice portions and the jambalaya was delicious. Easy Parking too. Fun place to watch a Saturday afternoon college football game. We will return .