This is a neighborhood tavern paired with an authentic ethnic eatery. The family-run feel is indelible, and the people behind the bar and in the kitchen are so darn friendly that it's keeping the surly neighborhood hipsters at a distance. Go to Sak's only if you like cold beer, platters full of hearty sausage and potatoes and a comfortable, conversational atmosphere. At the front is the bar, a classic style with a curving bar back and well-worn arm rail that has probably been there for close to 80 years. This area has three large televisions hanging over it, so it's a great spot for sports. In back are the booths and tables and a wall of Ukrainian folk art. Impress your friends by telling them you've been coming to Sak's since before this neighborhood even heard the word "gentrification."
Getting There
Cross Streets:
Chicago and Oakley.
Parking:
Street
Public Transportation:
CTA Bus: 66-Chicago, 49-Western.
Wheelchair Access:
Yes
The Basics
Hours:
Restaurant: 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday; closed Monday. Bar: 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m. Sunday through Friday; 11:30 a.m.-3 a.m. Saturday.
Cuisine:
Russian and Ukrainian
Meals Served:
Dinner and Lunch
Price Range:
$ (Under $9)
Alcohol:
Full bar. Check out the stuffed bear guarding the liquor!
Smoking:
No
Bar Style:
Neighborhood
Recreation and Sports Activities:
Darts and Pinball
Features
Carryout:
Yes
Features:
On-site Merchandise.
T-shirts
Specialties:
Borscht, chicken Kiev, kaputa and kabassa (sausage and cabbage)
Payment Methods:
American Express, Mastercard, and Visa
Seating :
20 at the bar, 40 table and booth seats in the dining area.
