Chicago is definitely a Big Ten town, but an abnormally large number of Spartans have migrated here over the years. Most college football fans only have one or two destinations to watch their favorite team, but Michigan State followers have a wealth of options all over town.
Hit up one of these bars on game day for games with full sound, drink specials and a sea of green.
The Stretch Bar & Grill via Facebook
American comfort food and Mason jar cocktails are what Stretch in Wrigleyville is all about. Come in and enjoy their award-winning Cortland Street Burger while watching football on 60 and 70-inch TVs throughout the bar! Oh, and did we mention that they also have two 100-inch HD quad video walls so you can get up close and personal with your favorite Spartan?
Your best bet to catch some Spartan football smack-dab in the heart of Wicker Park is at Wicker Park Tavern. Win or lose, you'll be able to keep drinking until 4 a.m. at this late night hot spot.
Fewer places in Chicago are as Michigan State-friendly as Higgins Tavern is. Get your neighborhood tavern fix here while enjoying the game.
Kick back and relax at Mad River in Lakeview while you indulge in a whole slew of gameday Bloody Mary and beer bucket specials.
Mad River via Facebook
Irish to its core, The Hidden Shamrock was one of the first few bars to ever carry Guinness on tap back when it opened in the late 80's. Then it became the first bar to feature live Irish music and Irish breakfast. Now it's one of your go-to northside bar's to hit up on game day.
If you're a Michigan sports —whether that be baseball, hockey, basketball, or football—there's no shortage of like-minded fans to celebrate a win with at Tin Lizzie.
Get a little spice of the South in your life at this West Loop saloon that's been a home to Spartan fans for years now. Take a seat at one of Crossroads' whiskey-barrels-turned-table and get comfortable, it'll be an action-packed four quarters.
Municipal Bar & Dining Co. via Facebook
There's a little something for everyone at Municipal Bar + Dining Company. Come with an appetite and be ready to share plates both big and small with your favorite Spartan fan.
Not to be mistaken with its Wrigleyville twin, Old Crow Smokehouse's River North location is a one-stop shop for some Michigan State football and delicious BBQ.
El Hefe is not your average taco joint and definitely not your average sports bar. Pull a stool up and get lost in one of their signature beer-garita's during the game!
Grand River Bar & Grill via Facebook
Make Grand River a stop on your Lincoln Avenue bar crawl next time it's game day to enjoy a beer with your fellow Spartan Fan.
When the weather is right Grandview's beer garden can't be beaten. You'll be able to enjoy food, beer, football and even the occasional musical act all while trying to soak up the last warm days!
Take refugee from the craziness that is Division Street's Gold Coast stretch inside Hopsmith Tavern. Chow down on a variety of wings, tacos and sliders and pick from their extensive craft beer list on any game day.
If you're looking for some award-winning wings, a great craft beer selection and Spartan football then you've made it to the right place at Wild Goose in Lincoln Square. It's worth the trek north, trust us. And if you happen to also stop by on a Monday night than you'll be able to get a taste of their all-day wing deal!
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