Mr C's Midway Bar Inc — Restaurant in Lake Township

Duane, the bartender at Mr. C's Midway Bar embodies the spirit of this local gem near Midway Airport. His charisma and warmth make him an iconic figure, not just behind the bar but within the community. Whether you're a frequent flyer stranded due to delays or a local seeking a friendly face, Duane welcomes everyone with open arms and a genuine smile. You get buzzed in, which gives you that old school Chicago feel.

As someone from NYC, Mr. C's has become my remote office during unexpected layovers, offering both comfort and a sense of belonging. The atmosphere is filled with stories from all walks of life, as locals and travelers alike gather to share a drink and a laugh. Duane knows how to make everyone feel at home, turning a simple bar visit into a cool Chicago experience. If you ever find yourself nearby, make sure to stop by and enjoy the unique Chicago charm of Mr. C's and the legendary hospitality of...

Coming to this bar for the first time the white old blonde lady with the really bad bangs didn’t accept my friend ID’s despite them being of age they had vertical ID’s that weren’t expired, they were 21 and 22 and if she just took a look for more then a millisecond and if she could actually read she would see that immediately. She said no bars accept vertical IDs which is funny because we just came from one (shout out Cheesie’s at Garfield Ridge vibes there were the bomb, they just don’t have Mac and cheese at night :( but my friend loved their cheeseballs) but after looking at the reviews and seeing the sign that said “Speak English or go back to the sorry ass country you left” I wouldn’t want to support a racist bar, the fact they have a sign like that on 63rd is wild. Go literally...

Small and crowded, but that's a good sign. Lots old Midway airport pics from the 1920-1940s.

Ok selection of import and microbrews on tap. But a huggge selection of liquors (I counted about a dozen or more Bourbons and whiskeys, plus about another 30 or more assorted liquors of every conceivable type.

I can't guarantee the staff knows how to mix your most exotic drink, but they probably have the...