Restaurants & Bars
The Anthem Closes In Wicker Park
The sports bar's owners announced they're closing for reconcepting.
CHICAGO — After eight years in Wicker Park, The Anthem officially closed its doors on Sunday. The sports bar's owners announced that they will be bringing the space back to life with a new concept.
The bar was known for its cheap happy hour, ample televisions, classic American bar fare and beer pong nights.
Over the past few weeks, the bar at 1725 W. Division Street has only been open on weekends, as its owners prepared to wind down and close on Jan. 27.
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"We are taking some time to re-concept and will bring you something new in the near future," The sports bar's social media pages announced. "We are grateful to everyone who has supported us over the years and hope to see you one last time."
The Anthem's owners have not released information on what the new concept will be or when it might open.
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