If you're looking for the perfect pregame spot before a Blackhawks or Bulls game, The Barn is it! I always thought there wasn't a great place nearby, but my friends recently introduced me to this gem, and I'm so glad they did. Located just a quick 5-10 minute walk from the United Center in a safe area, it's incredibly convenient. The place was packed when we got there, but we managed to snag a table. Pro tip: if you're going with a big group, aim to get there at least two hours before the game to secure a spot. Even with the crowd, the service was excellent--our food came out quickly, and drinks arrived just as fast. They have super affordable beer pitchers with a nice variety, and the apps were perfect for a pregame meal. Our group shared a few orders of chicken tenders and pretzel bites, and they hit the spot. The Barn is definitely my go-to pregame spot now, and I can't wait to head back before my next Hawks or Bulls game!

First time checking out this place. If you are a hockey fan or Blackhawks fan, you will love this place. Hockey memorabilia everywhere. TVs everywhere. My only downer was they don't carry ESPN plus which shows many college hockey games so only NHL games on the TV. Love the cocktail names. Decent beer selection especially with the Canadian beer but could use some more local craft beer. Solid bar food menu. Easy walk to the UC. Will definitely be back.

The wings are delishhhhh, homemade ranch and blue cheese, buffalo could be spicier. We got the captain supreme calzone too, perfect amount for two before the game. Def could've been more sausage in it though. Server and hosts were nice. It's loud and fun with LOTS of TVs! Had to get some MALÖRT of course.. oh and the Valet is $15!!! And you can leave your car for the whole blackhawks game! Ten min walk from United!!! EDIT: THE MALÖRT IS $12 A SHOT!! #crazy

This was probably our 10th visit. Came in for a quick bite to eat and was fairly busy! As always, the food was good. Settled on the turkey sandwich this time. We prefer to sit at the bar but it was full so we sat at a high top bar adjacent. We did seem to have a dedicated server and there is a unique table number at each table but they seem to not use it? Every time a food runner came out, poor kid had no clue where he should drop off at. This isn't the first time we've watched this happen. The bar service here is great, the table service has lots of room for improvement. Edited to say: every tab has gratuity added. This time we were told about it but that's not always the case. I get adding gratuity for large parties but not a fan of every check.

Fun place, especially before of after and event at United Center. New place but has a good vibe as well as staple drinks and food menu. Food was tasty and others in our group really liked the burger. Place was very full before and after a Blackhawks game. Being new, they are still figuring a few things out. I have no problem with automatic gratuity but they should have it written and verbally let folks know. Also, they don't really assign a server and many people were helping us out. Worked OK but I think long term dedicated servers works be better.