E&J 12th Street Tap

Our Take

E&J 12th Street Tap is a classic south-side neighborhood bar on East 12th Street, just down the block from Chalkey’s Tavern. The name says it all: this is a tap, not a restaurant, and the city guide doesn’t flag it as a food spot, so it’s best for a beer and a chat rather than dinner. Public information is limited, and I couldn’t verify its hours, so they’re left blank here. Its inclusion in the city’s official bars guide confirms it as an active local business. Bars like this are part of the social fabric of a small town, places where neighbors catch up, celebrate and watch games together. If you’re on the south side and want a simple, local spot with no frills, E&J fits the bill, and with Chalkey’s down the street you can easily make a two-stop evening of it. As with most small-town taverns, hours and kitchen times can shift, so call ahead or check social media before making a special trip, and remember that bars with video gaming are 21-and-over in those areas.

• Neighborhood tap
• South side

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📍 510 E 12th St, Streator, IL 61364