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Billy Goat Tavern

Billy Goat Tavern
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Type of Site
Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
North
Interests That Apply
Local Culture, Culinary Arts
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Price: $5-$10
Average price per meal.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Dinner Lunch
Restrooms: Available
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Billy Goat Tavern

Famous Dive Bar


Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
430 north Michigan Ave
(Lower level)
Chicago, IL 60611
+1 312 222 1525

Description

This below ground-level tavern was made famous from the classic Saturday Night Live skit featuring John Belushi yelling "cheezeborger! cheezeborger! cheezeborger! No fries...cheeps! No Pepsi...Coke!" It has been a Chicago institution since 1934, when Greek immigrant William Sianis bought the Lincoln Tavern. The story behind the tavern's name goes like this: William Sianis became known as "billy goat" when a goat came wandering into the tavern after falling off a passing truck. After that incident, Sainis decided to adopt the animal, shave a goatee on his face, and change the name of his restaurant to the "Billy Goat Tavern".



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 6am-2am, daily
Visit Time: 30min-1.5hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10
Price Notes: Average price per meal.

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Teen, Adult
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Families, Friends, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Red Line, Grand Ave stop
Best Modes of Transportation: Bus Train Walking
Parking Availability: Yes


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