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51 Years at Michigan Avenue!

Our Michigan Avenue location opened 51 years ago today! In 1964, Billy Goat moved his tavern from it's original spot, across from the old Chicago Stadium, to its present subterranean location.   Some things never change. Some things never should.

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It’s Cheezbrrrrrrger Time!

It's so cold in Chicago today.... ...Democrats are warming up to Republicans ...traffic lights are turning blue ...the Shedd Aquarium froze over... Remember, when the temps are droppin’. Time to drop in at Billy Goat.

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WINNER: Best Sketch of the 70’s! ‪

"Cheezborger! Cheezborger! No Fries. Cheeps. No Pepsi. Coke! Who's next!?! WHO'S NEXT!?!" Get the complete story of the skit that made SNL famous on our website: https://www.billygoattavern.com/legend/snl/

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

Remember where you went last Valentine's Day? Neither does she! This year, take her to Chicago's most legendary Valentine's Day spot - Billy Goat Tavern. According to Facebook check-ins, Billy Goat Tavern was the #5 most visited  destination on Valentine's Day. Love...

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This Valentine’s Day, we have the Perfect Couple.

Billy Goat Tavern is the #5 Valentine's Day destination in Chicago, based on Facebook check-ins. Because nothing goes together like cheez and a borger. http://articles.redeyechicago.com/2014-02-14/news/47342754_1_billy-goat-tavern-siena-tavern-day-destinations

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Happy Groundhog Day!

According to Greek legend, if the Goat sees his shadow on February 2nd, it means the Cubs will lose for another season. Happy Groundhog Day!

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Watch the BIG GAME at Billy Goat

Watching the Big Game without a cheezborger? That would deflate the purpose. Stop in to any of our locations. We'll save a spot for you in front of one of our big screen TVs.

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