Most dive bars are way past the age of having to show an ID at the door, but the Kedzie Inn managed to achieve the extremely difficult task of becoming a new dive — it’s only been open since 2018. Owner Jon Pokorny took over the space that was once Brisku’s Bistro and turned it into the perfect little neighborhood dive. From the outside, it’s your typical tavern, but once inside, you’ll find an impressive whiskey selection, a tasty tavern-style pizza, and an open mic comedy night every Wednesday. It’s the type of spot with lots of regulars — including Mike Sula, food writer for the Chicago Reader, who started a regular event called Monday Night Food Ball, featuring indie pop-ups like Pink Salt and Limón y Sal.
