During the 1940′s and 1950′s, Blackie's attracted a clientele ranging from Glenn Miller and Tommy Dorsey to the Harlem Globe... Trotters and Rocky Marciano to the Marx Brothers and the Three Stooges. Many mid-20th century celebrities would stop by on layovers when connecting in Chicago via Dearborn train station.plus.google.com/+BlackiesTwitter.com/BlackiesChicago See More
This South Loop bar blends sophistication with quiet comfort. Neighborhood folks mingle with downtown types stopping for lunch or an after-work cocktail while the jukebox plays softly in the background. Lunch fare consists of soups, appetizers and sandwiches ranging from $6-$8. Breakfast is served Friday through Sunday. Expect a crowd on Sunday mornings during football season when the Bears are...