Bitter Pops

I really like this place - I have been a couple times sitting outside on the patio and also sitting inside at the bar. The first time I was there I got one of their topo chico cocktails which was fabulous. The second time I got a hibiscus margarita which was also delicious. We also got the pretzels which were soft and salted perfectly. Overall I think they have some great specials for the morning and for late night. I will be back I would love to come in the mornings they have a coffee bar it seems like it would be a nice place to hangout and do work.

Bitter pops is a fun spot to grab a drink. I stopped by on a nice summer night and they had the walls totally open to outside. They also have a patio on one side. Everyone working was friendly overall. It was a nice vibe!It's pretty bright inside, so not a super intimate place. It is very chill. They have board games and a limited food menu. I had a watermelon spritz which was delish and I want another! It was the perfect refreshing summer drink!I'll be back to try more fun cocktails on the menu, but might sit outside next time!

Sometimes it's hard for me to try the relatively new places. I'm decidedly old school when it comes to burger joints or any joint for that matter. All the bells and whistles and n many of the new spots just don't add up to good grub meat ch less great grub. Not the case with Bitter Pops by a long shot. Sure they are kinda new and are a good looking joint with all the bells and whistles, great decor, nice bar, etc. etc. you just assume the burgers are gonna be just meh. The smash burger here is pretty bomb is all I can say. A very righteous burger in a land of too many average burgers.The double smash patties are cooked just right and crispy on the edges. Topped with the bare minimum you get to actually taste meat and not a slather of toppings. They ration of smash burger to toppings is on time. Accompanied by a side of house chips is the right move. You don't even need to add anything on this smash burger. I'm be if those guys who always adds ketchup mayo whatever. Not so with Bitter Pops burger. The service is excellent as well. We sat at the bar with a really cool and pretty female bartender. I wish I recall her name but I'll get it next time. She was knowledgeable about the offerings and super friendly. That's half of the experience and she hit it outta the park. Try these folks at Bitter Pops you won't regret it.

My lovely wife and I were looking for a special beer that was brewed in honor of a certain retiring meteorologist. Sure enough, we were able to pre-order a 4-pack of this beer online on the Bitter Pops website. This also allowed us the opportunity to visit Bitter Pops for the first time. They offer a decent number of local beers in the taproom, so we each enjoyed some pours while sitting at the central bar. They have a limited food menu with noted items like burgers and fries, but we did not partake.Before we picked up our online beer order, we ogled the tantalizing takeout offerings in the emporium that featured wall-to-wall craft beers. We stuck with our original order, but it was not an easy decision to pass up getting another fun beer purchase.

Was in the neighborhood and really craving a michelada so I decided to try Bitter Pops as it was the closest bar that sold this particular drink. I am so glad I stumbled upon this neighborhood bar. The employees are really nice and I love that it is self service but there is still a host that seats you. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. I decided to sit outdoors as it was a beautiful day. Now for the micheladas... OMG. I have officially found my go to place for micheladas. They use their house made pickle juice and I have to say the flavors are divine. It has a unique taste and I absolutely loved it. Highly recommend this bar for people watching and catching up with friends!

We came here by recommendation and were supposed to meet friends. Immediately when we arrived, we called our friends not to come. The music was obnoxiously loud, and they were bringing a baby. Since we were already there, we decided to stay, but if you tried to have a conversation, you can see everyone screaming in each other's ears. I would've rather be at a club if I wanted music blasting.As for the food, we came to try the Original Spice Bag- we liked the spices and curry sauce, but I would've wanted the fries a tad crispier. Pop's Double Smashburger was good, too, but overall, nothing stood out or was that amazing. We ate a few bites and packed up to leave.

Bitter Pops is a very cool combination of craft beer store, taproom, and restaurant. The food menu is limited but they truly have one of the best smashburgers in town. I also like their fries and the fact that you can choose from an array of dipping sauces. They run an awesome lunch special, otherwise I think the food is a bit overpriced for what it is, but so is everything these days it seems. The place is clean. The bartender and Calvin, who was working in the store, were both very nice and helpful, but I encountered a bunch of other staff members during my most recent visit and the attitude of almost everyone was completely indifferent, which was quite off-putting. The outdoor patio is very nice and obviously there's the tap aspect, which is cool although I am not a beer drinker so really cannot comment. Ultimately, it is worth checking out to get a great burger. Come for lunch during the week, though, as you'll save like half the price.

Last time I was here came through on the Warmest day in February because I knew they have a patio. And I could get a certain stout. Funkin' for Jamaica. I was delighted to learn there is also a song by that name from the bartender. After that I got Everyday sheeple; a sour. Decent selection of beer and they also do coffee, beer to go and food. They are cashless though. It was a lovely day!!

To preface, I struggled between a three and a four star review of Bitter Pops. If you're looking for the typical beers, burgers, and games Chicago bar than you may really love this spot! For me, it is a loud and crowded bar. The food and beverages are all counter / bar service (no waitstaff). When checking in the staff seemed overwhelmed but friendly, however, it was very busy.The bar was very loud, people stood next to our table yelling at each other to make conversation while we ate. The restaurant did seem clean, however.I had the double cheeseburger- it was exceptionally good! The fries needed more seasoning.To me Bitter Pops, underscores the problem of Yelp in that what I consider "okay" other people may love. Personally, it's not a place I will go out of my way to eat at but if I happen back there I'll order a burger and have a good enough time.

Friendly staff, friendly patrons, great music, and burger/sandwich of the month night was always fire, when I went. I've since moved to the suburbs, but definitely need to come back for another Thursday. It's the type of spot you can go to on your own, and still end up having good conversations with whoever's there.