Bar 22 Motor Row – Upscale Sports Bar in Chicago's South Loop

“The Hidden Gem of Chicago’s South Loop”

A former home to some of the first automobile rows, Bar 22 represents the evolution of the Motor Row District into a hub for music and entertainment. Located minutes from McCormick Place, Soldier Field, and Wintrust Arena, Bar 22 offers a modern, upscale feel for your next meet near Michigan Ave.

our hours

FRIENDLY STAFF

We pride ourselves on spreading love and providing first-rate service to everyone who chooses to visit and patronize our establishment!

PROFESSIONAL COCKTAIL HOUR

Our cocktail hours are ideal and well-suited for the ‘nearbyers’, the out-of-town rendezvous, and for the transient business travelers that frequent the conference centers nearby.

FOOD SPECIAL | LIMITED TIME ONLY

SATURDAYS

50¢ WINGS!

(During Soul, Trap and Taste Event)

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FRIDAYS

LIVE MUSIC!

Enjoy jazz, R&B, and open mics that sync with open floor dancing (if you’re up to it!) Local and special guest appearances almost every week.

WE LOVE HOSTING CORPORATE EVENTS!

How do you find an amazing space, friendly and attentive staff, the flexibility needed for a successful corporate meeting and reasonable pricing? Bar 22 provides the space to make your next occasion a high point for business guests, family and friends!

Reserve Yours Now!

“We hosted a happy hour event in conjunction with a convention being held at McCormick Place at Bar22. I plan a lot of these types of events, and Bar22 went above and beyond to make sure our event was a success. The staff was incredibly accommodating, fast, and friendly. The food was amazing and fairly priced. They even had a DJ and photographer onsite for our event, which was a surprise to us and very appreciated! Since the bar is within close distance of the convention center, it was the perfect spot for our folks to grab a drink, relax, and connect during a busy convention. Thank you to DJ & Mike for taking care of us! We will be back again!”

Robin L., DCI

OUR GUESTS LOVE US!

AMAZING SPACE. EXCELLENT SERVICE. EVERY DAY.

Bar 22

4.3

Based on 128 reviews

Alexander Golovin

02:16 09 Mar 20

Fantastic Bar! Awesome atmosphere! Highly recommend to everyone.

Taharvey Davis

18:01 23 Feb 20

The decor is nice, the crowd is trendy and not particularly ghetto fabulous. One of the owners is particularly hands on... and can be nuisance about hats.read more

Jerry Hall

14:14 30 Dec 19

It's a nice spot, but the drinks are weak. I am not looking to be drunk but happy tipsy is always good and I tip... extremely better when I am tipsy!read more

Andre Jones

23:14 28 Dec 19

Fun but the security takes their job too serious

dre thompson

12:47 24 Dec 19

Great for brunch and chill atmosphere on sundays

TeaTea Von

21:55 09 Dec 19

I did brunch there 12/8/19 and the place is really nice looking and clean. They had very good food, lovely crowd and... the dj knew what he was doing lol. I will definitely go back and recommend this placeread more

thaprincess ofthachi

03:20 24 Nov 19

Enjoyable had fun with friends kicking back.relaxing letting loose very comfortable place and wnvironment

Harold Bailey

04:19 04 Nov 19

Food was really good, the service was great and entire atmosphere was unbelievably fantastic. I will be returning soon.

Stacy Buckner

20:26 03 Nov 19

Very classy place. R&B vibes for brunch all are welcomed

Baby D Murrelli

09:48 29 Sep 19

I had so much fun here for an after party! Drinks were awesome, music was awesome, and the people were awesome! Did get... a lil crowded towards the end of the night. Like they say, walt bird gets the worm and im talking about seats!!!read more

Sulstine Brown Robinson

17:05 22 Sep 19

We had great time, the place was very clean ,music, great place have party events, staff from kitchen was great and... food was so good also ,great team work management thank you again Tina Brownread more

Reg Wilson

05:26 26 Aug 19

Outstanding bar beautiful women. I love this place an I will be back

Vivian Thompson

07:55 18 Aug 19

Great atmosphere, customer service, drinks and food

juelle turner

04:22 22 Jul 19

I've frequent Bar22 several times and must say that...IT GETS MY 5STARS FOR SERVICE,MUSIC AND FOOD. For the length of... time this venue has been open...I must say it gets better and better! Critics will always find something wrong! No place on earth will ever be PERFECT for ALL PEOPLE- ALL THE TIME...such as life. So.....to the OWNER LONNIE AND STAFF...KEEP THE good atmosphere, good music, great bar, good food and conversation ALL FLOWING!!!!?read more

Craig Holloway

06:51 07 Jul 19

Love the spot good people bartender was on point. Love the VIP AREA.

Denia Williams

22:45 30 Jun 19

Visited 6/30/2019 for Brunch The place is not that big which is okay but they could use a bump. I visited because of a... birthday celebration and as an event planner I'm always looking for new and interesting venues. Food was so so. Buffet table too tall for short people, I'm tall and I still had to stand on my tip toes to see what was in the bottom of the container. Wrong containers for food. No labels on anything, a couple of people put hot sauce on their salad because they thought it was French dressing. Food was not replenished in appropriate amount of time. Needed to have salt and pepper out for use. Only saw one person with gloves on that was handling the food, he looked like he might have been the chef. Had a VIP area near the buffet which I would have eliminated, should have used that area for better buffet setup. Telephoned the day before my visit to inquire about parking and paying at the door. No one informed me that paying at the door was cash only. I think that was an important point to advise me about since I was inquiring about cost, thankfully I was with someone that had cash. Don't know if this was a regular DJ but I've had/seen better. Music was much too loud for such a small venue. Difficulty hearing while talking to someone in their ear...much too loud. I spoke with one employee that seemed open to suggestions, spoke with another gentleman that said he was the owner. He was doing what he could since they were short staffed, that I liked. Can't speak on the bar since I'm not a drinker. People seemed to be having a decent time but it doesn't take much when alcohol is involved. Would I go back...maybe but not likely. Would I have an event there...if I could have my own caterer and setup buffet differently.read more

Trevelle Wells

19:06 11 Jun 19

It's a nice place to go to for a little fun.

Germari Anderson

05:46 18 May 19

Very nice staff and beautiful environment will visit again

Maya Wilson

03:29 13 May 19

Definitely recommended! After a horrible customer service experience at Vu Rooftop bar, my party went to Bar 22, where... we were definitely in good hands. Owner went above and beyond to make sure everyone in the party had a good time and taken care of. Good food and drinks...and great customer service!read more

Rodney Ramsey

05:20 07 Apr 19

Loved it... Great music, Beautiful Lady's & Addictive Food...

Arielle Jackson

22:31 25 Mar 19

Decent lil spot. They DJ was dope and played nothing but hits ??

Liz A

20:12 12 Jan 19

The food is so good! Great customer service!! Great DJ and different type of events! I will be back for sure

kateeva chisolm

21:41 30 Dec 18

This was my first time@BAR22!! Went there for a birthday party had a really good time and the atmosphere was really... nice !! No... cover charge 2 get in.. and they do serve food... one, couple had hot wings w/ fried look.. real good... although there's not a dress code no one dressed inappropriate . I will b, back....?read more

Cynthia Coleman

08:37 27 Dec 18

Nice spot for cocktails and music. Food was great as well.

djsnooze831

12:51 13 Dec 18

Nice atmosphere! Just wish there was a reasonable parking location.

Terry Kelly

06:21 24 Nov 18

Was at B22 to hear my Uncle Vance play; great atmosphere, great staff, amazing music!

Darren Moore

22:10 20 Nov 18

Great place, friendly and courteous service, excellent music ,sports and security.

Mz keisha W

03:00 04 Nov 18

Really nice and clean atmosphere. Me and my family had an awesome time. Live band nice, bartender had great attitude... music great. I will be returning and The owner is really nice.read more