DrinkLogan-Bucktown

Whirlaway Lounge

Whirlaway is run by the much-adored Maria, with decor that makes you feel as though you're drinking in the basement of Logan Square's collective unconsciousness's dad's house. (In less abstract terms, that's cheap beer, free popcorn, close quarters, and rock on the jukebox.)

Address: 3224 W Fullerton Ave
Hours: Sun-Fri 4PM-2AM, Sat 4PM-3AM
Website: whirlaway.net (opens in a new tab)

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