Dine At The Historic Spot In Illinois Where Frank Sinatra Ate Ribs And Drank Whiskey
Chicago’s Twin Anchors Restaurant and Tavern is a historic Illinois bar that’s famous for its ribs. It’s so famous, in fact, that Ol’ Blue Eyes, himself, Frank Sinatra, made a point of visiting whenever he was in town.
Twin Anchors Restaurant and Tavern has been an institution in Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood for more than 90 years.
He would even have orders of ribs sent to the venues where he was performing for himself and his orchestra.
He had a favorite booth at the restaurant, and legend has it that he’d have a security guard block access to the pay phone when he was at Twin Anchors to prevent other patrons from calling out and reporting that Sinatra was in the house.
Its bartenders also serve up wine, beer, and classic cocktails beyond Sinatra’s beloved Jack Daniels on the rocks.
For more information about the restaurant or to check out its menu and merch, visit Twin Anchors’ website. While you’re in the neighborhood, check out nearby St. Michael Church, one of the most beautiful churches in Chicago, or take in a show at The Second City, which is only a few blocks away. The Lincoln Park Zoo is also just a short distance from Twin Anchors and is a great place to walk off a rib lunch or stretch your legs before dinner.
Have you visited Twin Anchors Restaurant and Tavern? What are some other historic Illinois bars or restaurants that served as hangouts for the famous (or infamous, as the case may be)?
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Address: Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern, 1655 N Sedgwick St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
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Trent Jonas came to Minnesota to attend college - and never left. He's a Twin Cities-based writer and proud father of two adult children. Rhubarb is Trent's favorite kind of pie.
