The Anthem

a retro-inspired sports bar in wicker park

Anthem is a hybrid of the best place to catch the big game and the coolest hangout from back in the day. Vintage touches, from the chalkboard walls to the 1800’s American flag draped from the ceiling, takes fans back to the glory days.

Saddle up to the woody-wagon inspired bar for a cocktail that shares its name with an episode of The Brady Bunch (Episode 73, the Hawaiian vacation, you know the one) or the orange-y Dr. J. A well-rounded, blue-collar beer list features regional drafts and bottles, along with a healthy selection of classic domestic cans; the menu keeps it nostalgic with a roundup of comfort foods, including pork rind cheese doodles and the famed Minnesota favorite, Jucy Lucy – a cheese-stuffed hamburger patty. Fans can watch their favorite sporting events on two massive projectors (180” and 150”) and four 60” screen TVs, because we all know at the end of the day, it’s all for love of the game.

Call ahead or check their website to find out which games are being featured.

The Anthem also offers a large patio in the warmer months fully equipped with its own separate menu. Hoping to see the game? You can view the games/tvs from the outdoor patio. The Anthem is located at 1725 W. Division Street in Wicker Park.