FAQs
Looking for a neighborhood sports bar in Lakeview? Vaughan’s Pub is Chicago’s home for Cleveland Browns, Cavaliers and Guardians fans, as well as Ohio State Buckeyes supporters. Explore our frequently asked questions to learn more about watching your favorite teams, our food and drink menus, happy hour, outdoor seating, private events and our convenient Sheffield Avenue location near Wrigley Field.
Can I host a private party at Vaughan’s Pub?
Yes. Vaughan’s can accommodate reservations and private gatherings of up to approximately 40 people in reserved areas of its one-room pub. The space can be used for birthdays, alumni gatherings, corporate outings, team events and other celebrations; inquiries can be submitted through the pub’s private-events page.
Can I watch Cleveland Guardians games at Vaughan’s Pub?
Vaughan’s Pub is a gathering place for Cleveland Guardians fans in Chicago. Because baseball schedules can overlap with other major sporting events, guests looking for a particular game may want to call ahead at 773-281-8188.
Can I watch NFL and college football at Vaughan’s Pub?
Yes. Vaughan’s Pub shows professional and college football, with especially strong support for the Cleveland Browns and Ohio State Buckeyes. It is a popular Lakeview destination for Saturday college football and Sunday NFL games.
Does Vaughan’s Pub have happy hour?
Yes. Vaughan’s Pub Lakeview offers happy hour Monday through Friday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Happy-hour selections and prices may change, so check the current specials before visiting.
Does Vaughan’s Pub have outdoor seating?
Yes. Vaughan’s offers outdoor dining and drinking when Chicago weather permits. The outdoor area provides a relaxed place to enjoy beer, cocktails and pub food in the Lakeview neighborhood.
Does Vaughan’s Pub serve buffalo wings?
Yes. Vaughan’s serves one-pound orders of buffalo wings with ranch dressing. Wings are a popular choice for Browns games, Ohio State football, March basketball and other major sporting events.
Does Vaughan’s Pub serve Guinness and Irish beer?
Yes. Vaughan’s serves Guinness on draft in a 20-ounce pour, along with Smithwick’s Irish Red Ale and Magners Irish Cider. The beverage menu also includes Irish whiskey, domestic beer, imported beer and rotating craft selections.
Does Vaughan’s Pub serve pizza?
Yes. Vaughan’s offers Chicago tavern-style pizza with cheese, pepperoni, sausage, supreme and vegetable options. It is an easy choice for sharing with a group during a game or a casual night out in Lakeview.
Does Vaughan’s Pub show Chicago sports teams?
Vaughan’s is also a neighborhood sports pub where guests can watch major Chicago teams, including the Cubs, Bears, Bulls, Blackhawks and White Sox. Television availability can depend on the day’s schedule, so call ahead if there is a particular game you want to watch.
Does Vaughan’s Pub show soccer and Team USA matches?
Vaughan’s hosts watch parties for major soccer matches, including Team USA and international tournament games. Special opening times may be announced for important matches, so check Vaughan’s social media or contact the pub for the latest schedule.
Is Vaughan’s Pub a Cleveland Browns bar in Chicago?
Yes. Vaughan’s Pub Lakeview is one of Chicago’s best-known gathering places for Cleveland Browns fans. The pub opens at noon on Browns game days and provides an energetic place to watch NFL football with fellow Browns supporters.
Is Vaughan’s Pub a Cleveland Cavaliers bar?
Yes. Vaughan’s welcomes Cleveland Cavaliers fans looking for a place to watch NBA basketball in Chicago. It is part of Vaughan’s broader identity as a home for Cleveland and Ohio sports fans in Lakeview.
Is Vaughan’s Pub close to Wrigley Field?
Yes. Vaughan’s Pub is approximately one mile south of Wrigley Field on Sheffield Avenue. It is a convenient Lakeview stop for drinks and food before or after a Cubs game, concert or other Wrigleyville event.
What drinks are available at Vaughan’s Pub?
Vaughan’s offers draft and bottled beer, Irish whiskey, bourbon, tequila, scotch, wine and specialty cocktails. Current selections include spritzes, an on-tap nitro espresso martini, an Old Fashioned, margaritas, mules and other seasonal drinks.
What is Vaughan’s Pub Lakeview known for?
Vaughan’s Pub is a neighborhood Irish pub and sports bar in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood. It is especially known as a gathering place for Cleveland sports and Ohio State fans, along with craft beer, imported beer, cocktails and casual pub food.
What kind of food does Vaughan’s Pub serve?
Vaughan’s serves casual tavern and sports-bar favorites, including tavern-style pizza, buffalo wings, chicken tenders, cheeseburger sliders, chicken sandwiches, wraps, nachos, cheese curds and a giant pretzel. The menu is designed for sharing while watching a game or meeting friends.
Where can I watch Ohio State football in Chicago?
Vaughan’s Pub Lakeview is a popular Chicago bar for watching Ohio State Buckeyes football. Ohio State alumni and fans can gather for college football games while enjoying drinks, draft beer and pub food in a lively Lakeview atmosphere.
Where is Vaughan’s Pub located in Chicago?
Vaughan’s Pub is located at 2917 N. Sheffield Avenue in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood. The pub is conveniently situated between Lincoln Park and Wrigleyville, approximately one mile south of Wrigley Field.
Which Ohio sports teams does Vaughan’s Pub support?
Vaughan’s Pub Lakeview is especially popular with fans of the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Cavaliers, Cleveland Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes. It offers Ohio sports fans in Chicago a neighborhood place to meet, watch games and cheer together.