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Cortland's Garage

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Neighborhood: Bucktown/Wicker Park

1645 W. Cortland St.

Chicago, IL 60622

773-862-7877

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Wicker Park and Bucktown are booming, but not all nightlife revolves around the six-corners intersection. Cortland's Garage provides the neighborhood with a cozy, off-the-beaten-path spot for cocktails. The folks behind Goodbar and Loft Six Ten spruced up and stripped down the former Leopard Lounge. Exposed brick walls and a mirror-backed bar keep things clean and simple; a DJ spins from an elevated corner booth; flat-screen TVs showcase the big games; and a front garage-door facade keeps the fresh air flowing. The garage element carries over into the mechanic-themed cocktail menu and black-and-white garage photos on the wall, but that's as far as the theme goes at this down-to-earth spot.

A food menu debuted in fall '08, brimming with tasty burgers courtesy of former Cafe Le Coq chef Jim August. Options go far beyond standard, from a white cheddar and sprout-topped veggie burger on a whole-grain bun to an Italian burger with pesto mayo, roasted red peppers and provolone. The best accompaniment? Fries, for sure. Options range from spicy chili-lime to parmesan.

Getting There

Parking:: Street Parking Difficult

Public Transportation:: CTA Bus: #9 Ashland, #73 Armitage.
Metra Train: Clybourn.

Wheelchair Access:: Yes

The Basics

Hours:: 6 p.m.-2 a.m. Monday through Thursday; 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday; 4 p.m.-3 a.m. Saturday; closed Sunday.

Alcohol:: Full Bar

Bar Style:: Lounge and Neighborhood

Music Style:: Dance and Disco

Features

Live Music:: Yes. DJs spin after 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; jazz vocalist on Tuesday; open mic on Wednesday; acoustic tunes from 5-8 p.m. Friday.

Facilities:: Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Back lounge for 30 to 80; entire bar can be rented for parties of up to 250

Payment Methods:: American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa

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"Best burger in city"

By Greg nash from Wrigleyville, January 6, 2009

Best burger in the city by far! Loved the option for fries. Staff is really friendly even met the owners and they were great. Will definately be ba...

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