Lincoln Tavern (CLOSED)

Step into this Bucktown corner tap (the "tavern" half of the bar/restaurant combo, that is) and you'll feel like you've stumbled upon a small-town rural watering hole: The service is patient, the chatter is minimal and the TVs are tuned to local news. Pace your evening accordingly, but don't be too late—the bar tends to shut down early on slow evenings.