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Finn’s Corner

A LITTLE ABOUT Finn’s Corner

Finn’s Corner is Prospect Heights' answer to every sports fan’s dream bar—with a dash of dive, a rock-and-roll soul, and just enough chaos to keep it interesting. With 13 TVs (yes, thirteen!), including two mounted outside for cigarette breaks and one in the backyard for al fresco fanatics, you’ll never miss a play—even if nature calls or your friend won’t shut up about fantasy stats.

But don’t think Finn’s stops at passive viewing. This is a place that invites participation. The bar is kitted out with three dartboards and a pool table, where leagues allegedly operate in hushed tones like Fight Club with bar tabs. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 5 to 7 p.m.—$5 off well drinks, $1 off all beers, and $6 wine—plus pretzels, hot dogs, and the occasional sports-fueled shout. It's like tailgating without the risk of frostbite.

The atmosphere here rides a line between neighborhood Irish pub and rock venue green room. There’s a jukebox that refuses to pick a side—it plays everything, though some bartenders lean heavily punk. Seating fills fast when big games hit, and the backyard swells with fans who swear their team plays better when they yell louder. On game nights, get there early or prepare to hover like a vulture over the last available stool.

When there’s no major match lighting up the screens, Finn’s Corner takes on a different tone—still gritty, still loud, but with a locals-only charm that makes even the shyest newcomer feel like they’ve walked into their own Cheers. Despite the gentrified zip code, the crowd is a mix of OGs, rockers, artists, and sports junkies that defies the usual Prospect Heights polish.

Also: dogs. Yes, Finn’s is dog-friendly—sometimes it feels like there are more pups than patrons, and we’re not mad about it. Expect to see dogs curled under stools, scarfing treats, or posing for impromptu Instagram stories while their humans battle it out on the dartboard. Sports, shots, and schnauzers? That’s Finn’s Corner for you.