The Moonlighter

The Moonlighter delivers that perfect neighborhood hangout energy with a patio that feels like your coolest friend's backyard—if that friend had a killer beer list and burger game. Logan Square locals flock here for the impressive craft beer selection, featuring plenty of local brews worth sampling.

The outdoor space strikes that elusive balance between lively and laid-back, with enough TVs to catch the game without feeling like a sports bar takeover. Bring your four-legged drinking buddy—they're genuinely welcome, not just tolerated. The cocktails hold their own against the beer selection, and the full food menu goes beyond typical bar fare (the loaded burgers deserve their reputation).

When Chicago weather cooperates, the heated patio extends the outdoor drinking season impressively. Fair warning: street parking can be a small adventure, but that's the price of admission for this gem. Worth it for an afternoon pint that somehow stretches into evening without anyone noticing the time.