By Lauren BrocatoBy Lauren Brocato|March 20, 2024|Lifestyle, culture, Guides,
It's lights out, and away we go... out on the town to watch the Formula 1 Grand Prix. These Chicago spots host lively watch parties so you can see and hear all the action, commentary and the roar of the engines with other local fans. So grab your favorite team's gear and head to these top spots to watch F1 in Chicago.
Upscale spots bar Theory in River North is regularly packed with F1 fans on race days, whether it's 9 a.m. or midnight. Guests can sit at the bar or book a table (we recommend this option as it fills us quickly). Theory turns the audio on, so you can listen to the commentary while watching on any of the 35 TVs. There's also a private room with a 133-inch screen available for groups. Click here for more details.
This restaurant/concert venue/butcher shop hosts festive watch parties at its Wicker Park location. Reserve a table ahed of time to secure your table and take advantage of food and drink deals.
In the heart of Roscoe Village, The Reveler is a hot spot for F1 fans to meet up and watch the Grand Prix. With a more relaxed yet equally exciting atmosphere, this is a go-to for those looking to rub shoulders with fellow fans and talk shop during the race. The Reveler opens one hour prior to lights out; stay up to date on times through their Instagram page.
Lincoln Park sports bar Over/Under offers a sports book-style space to watch the F1 Grand Prix. The immersive, low-lit F1 room with sound, more than 40 game and betting screens, plus over 80 feet of live sports news tickers, assure you won't miss a minute of the action. Book a table ahead of time to guarantee your spot.
