in 1991, President Bush came to Billy Goat for a visit and to meet Sam. Sam calls Mike and excitedly tells his assistant over the phone, “The president wants to know if Mike is here. I tell him no and then he wants to know where he usually sits and I show him and he…
Royko’s Raiders deliver another trophy - Mike Royko (back row, second from right), Don DeBat (back row, third from left), Tim Weigel (front row, far right)
Chicagoans know a great burger when they taste one. That’s why they’ve made Billy Goat Tavern’s Cheezborger the G.O.A.T. of Chicago-style burgers. Our buns are fresh-baked and grill-toasted, because that’s how Billy Goat rolls. Cheezborgers are made for stacking. They’re cooked thin to keep the flavor in. Thinner Patties = Thicker Flavor. Double’s DA BEST!! Triple’s…
Generations of Chicagoans have been butting in to Billy Goat Tavern after work. Why? Because after a tough day at work, you can’t beat a hot borger, a cold beer, and a great bartender. Even the best day at work can’t top the best cheezborger in Chicago. So, if you can’t stop in after work, then…
We hate to blow our own horn, but Chicago needs a mascot. Some people like the Cubs. Some people like the Bears. Some people like the Bulls. But everybody loves the Goat! Put your best hoof forward, Chicago, and make The Goat your mascot. San Diego has the Chicken, Chicago needs the Goat!
Sure you can watch a tape. Or you can stop by and see it live. Think of us as the longest-running skit in history.
Or as our customers call it: “April 7th.” It’s like New Year’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day rolled into one. As if you needed another reason to visit Billy Goat.