Let’s play ball!
Cubs Opening Day is on Thursday, March 30th this year, for a 1:20 pm game! Wrigleyville is going to be a sea of blue, red, and W flags. Don’t go to the game on an empty stomach, check out where you can go on opening day for a quick bite, or sit down lunch!
Right off the Belmont Stop
Taking the train or bus and landing at the Belmont stop? Here’s whose serving up some grub to fuel you up.
Kirkwood Bar and Grill
Cheesie’s
Chicago Bagel Authority
Chicago Bagel Authority
Home of Chicago’s steamwhiches, CBA is loved by all. You can order your food online, and have it ready for pick up as soon as you exit the stop! They have a HUGE menu, with options for meat lovers, vegans, and gluten freebies all alike. Grab your bagel to go, and enjoy it while walking the short distance to the ballpark, or eat inside! They have plenty of seats for you and your game day crew.
Cheesie’s Pub and Grub
Picture this: A loaded grilled cheese, side of tots, and an ice cold beer right before you enter the historic Wrigley Field gates. Cheesie’s is sure to keep you full and satisfied throughout the entire duration of the game!
Big and Little’s
Whether you have a big appetite or small appetite, Big and Little’s is a casual counter-serve whipping up delicious seafood and meat tacos! This is a great option for those who are looking for a quick grab-and-go. Located on Belmont, you can enjoy your fresh tacos on the walk over to the ballpark.
Kirkwood Bar and Grill
Kirkwood is opening much earlier than usual in the spirit of Opening Day, at noon! Enjoy classic gameday fares, like chicken tenders, baked pretzels, burgers, and more! Kirkwood is right on Sheffield, not too far from the Belmont stop.
Bolivar and Lincoln
Take Sheffield down to Wrigley Field, and you’ll pass the Venezuelan café and restaurant Bolivar and Lincoln. They have options for those who are gluten-free, meat-free, or eat everything! This lowkey spot is the perfect place to reset before all the baseball excitement.
Sheffield’s Beer Garden
While walking to Wrigley Field, you’ll pass by Sheffield’s! If the weather calls for it, enjoy a beer in the outdoor beer garden. Three Floyds is the beer of the month, with all featured drafts being just $6!
Around the Ball Park
Houndstooth
The Graystone Tavern
Cheba Hut
Houndstooth Saloon
Houndstooth has a massive space perfect for you and your entire crew! Their game day specials include $20 Domestic Bottle Buckets, $5 Bushmill Shots, and $3 Western Son Shots. They’ll also be airing the game with sound!
El Jardin
Start off game day with some margaritas and tacos! El Jardin is on Clark, in very close proximity to Wrigley Field. Fill up with some authentic Mexican cuisine before the game starts!
Cheba Hut
Cheba Hut is perfect for those who have the munchies. Opening nice and early at 10 am, Cheba offers larger-than-life sandwiches that are fitting for a day full of baseball. Treat yourself to a homemade rice Krispy treat while you’re there!
The Graystone Tavern
The Graystone Tavern has an enclosed patio with TVs, a full-service bar, and a great kitchen! Located just a block away from the field, come warm up with your friends over at Graystone. Specials include: $6 Proper 12 Apple Shots, $8 Miller Lite 22-ounce steins, and a Ballpark Stadium Menu with game-day fare like $6 Ball Park Nachos, $6 Popcorn (butter, cheddar jalapeno, or Cajun) and $10 Warm Pretzels!
Almost Home Tavern
Have you been to the new Wrigleyville tavern yet? Almost Home is opening up at 9 am on Opening Day. Come check the new space out and grab a bite to eat!
Fast and Convenient
Shake Shack
Wrigleyville Dogs
Raising Cane’s
Raising Cane’s
If you’re looking for quick, consistent great chicken, Raising Cane’s is your calling! Located just a block away from Wrigley Field, grab a fast bite to eat.
Wrigleyville Dogs
Can’t wait for a hot dog? Wrigleyville Dogs has classic Chicago dogs, chili cheese dogs, corndogs, chili cheese dogs, and more! Pro tip: add a side of mozzarella sticks.
Shake Shack
Shake Shack has great burgers, fries, and of course, shakes! They also have a huge dining room, so stop in for a juicy burger and walk the very short distance to the field afterward. They also have a great veggie burger on the menu!
Al’s #1 Italian Beef
Well, what can we say… it’s in the name! Al’s Beef has been whipping up great beef sandwiches since 1938. Grab a side of fries too and you’ll be full for the whole game!
Clark Street Classics
Small Cheval
Country Club
Yak-Zies Bar and Grill
Deuce’s Major League Bar
This baseball centric bar is more than ready for the big day! Opening at 9 am, enjoy some grub and fishbowl style cocktails before the big game.
Country Club
Country Club is pregaming for the big game with a $10 burger + beer combo!
Yak-Zies Bar & Grill
Yak-zies is known for their amazing wings! They also have pizza, cheese curds, and even chili to warm you up before sitting outdoors for a few hours. Everything on their menu pairs well with a beer!
Small Cheval
Yak-zies is known for their amazing wings! They also have pizza, cheese curds, and even chili to warm you up before sitting outdoors for a few hours. Everything on their menu pairs well with a beer!
