July 20, 2013 marks the 44th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. That mission captivated the imagination of the entire world, including legendary entrepreneur Billy Goat Sianis. The following spring, Billy Goat petitioned the secretary of State for the first food and liquor license on the moon.
Read the full letter here: https://www.billygoattavern.com/blog/2013/02/21/the-first-food-liquor-license-on-the-moon/
When it was built in 1930, The Merchandise Mart was the largest building in the world. It wasn’t long before Billy Goat Tavern opened on Madison in 1934. It’s fitting for two Chicago legends to team up and feed hungry shoppers delicious Cheezborgers.
Nearly 10 million people visit the Merchandise Mart each year. Next time you’re there be sure to visit Billy Goat for a Cheezborger and beer!
On July 13, Bruno Mars brings his Moon Shine Jungle Tour to Chicago! If you’re headed to the show, don’t forget to stop by the Billy Goat on Madison first. We serve the best moonshine in Chicago!
We think Bruno did a great job hosting SNL (a show we’re a little familiar with). Here’s one of our favorite moments:
It sure was a slap-shot in the face to learn that the Red Wings are moving to the Eastern Conference next season.
We’ve really enjoyed the rivalry around here. After all, Billy Goat Tavern is the ORIGINAL Blackhawks bar. We opened directly across the street from the Chicago Stadium in 1934, the same year that the Blackhawks won their first Stanley Cup (against none other than the Red Wings).
2013 was extra satisfying chapter in the rivalry – beating Detroit in Game 7 to advance to the Stanley Cup Finals after being down 3 games to 1. A fitting send off to the Red Wings. GO HAWKS!
Here’s a couple of pictures from our Game 7 Grilled Octopus Tailgate Party!
Billy Goat.
Hating Red Wings
since 1934.
2013 Game 7 Grilled Octopus Tailgate Party
Attention Hawks Nation – We are hosting a very special event before tonight’s game 7! Join us for a GRILLED OCTOPUS Tailgate Party – tonight between 4:30 and 6:30.
We plan on packing the United Center with Hawks fans stuffed full of octopus. And, if one winds up twirling on the ice tonight, we’ll make sure the only way it leaves Chicago is grilled.
All Grilled Octopus sales go to The Butkus Foundation..www.butkusfoundation.org
Let’s go Hawks! We want more games to send Sam on Goal Patrol!
There’s only one place to party for the playoffs – Billy Goat Tavern on Madison!
1535 W. Madison St.
Near United Center
Phone: (312) 733-9132
Enjoy the Bulls game or the Hawks game with a delicious Cheezborger and refreshing beer:
We’ve got a lot of choices:
Don’t forget to try a horny goat!
