In the 68 years since Billy Goat Sianis cursed the Cubs, we’ve witnessed many creative attempts to break the Curse. And, when it comes to creativity, it’s hard to top DC Comics.
From the Chicago Tribune:
In issue No. 250 of DC Comics’ “Hellblazer,” sorcerer-for-hire John Constantine takes on the Cubs curse—and fights a hulking, red goat demon in the Billy Goat Tavern below Michigan Avenue. “The 800-pound gorilla in the room was the curse,” said Azzarello, referring to the alleged curse placed on the Chicago Cubs by tavern owner William Sianis after he and his pet goat were denied admission to a 1945 World Series game at Wrigley Field.
“We get all sorts of ideas on how to break the curse, and this was one of the more interesting,” said Bill Sianis, manager and son of current owner Sam Sianis. “It had never been done in comics.”
About Billy Goat
"Cheezborger! Cheezborger! No fries, cheeps! No Pepsi, Coke!"
It’s the perfect way to start your day. Or in some cases, start your campaign! Eggs. Meat. Potatoes… breakfast the way nature intended. Chicago’s Best Breakfast isn’t on Michigan Avenue. It’s under it.
What makes the legendary Billy Goat Tavern Cheezborger the Best Burger in Chicago?
THE BUN
The Kaiser! Made specially for Das Goat! Straight from the bakery to your mouth, our kaiser rolls are baked and delivered fresh DAILY. Julia Child once said that it was these toasted bun that made our cheezborgers the best!
THE PICKLES
We use Kosher Dill Pickle Cheeps made exclusively for Billy Goat. Come for the cheezborgers,stay for the pickles.
THE MEAT Fresh. Never Frozen. All-natural. 100% Beef - NO BULL.
These patties are made for stacking. They’re formed thin so they can be quickly seared on our flat top grill - sealing a pop of mouthwatering, juicy flavor in each patty. By the time WE decide what YOU order, that hot and tasty Double Cheezborger is waiting for you at the end of the counter.
These patties are made for stacking. They’re formed thin so they can be quickly seared on our flat top grill - sealing a pop of mouthwatering, juicy flavor in each patty. By the time WE decide what YOU order, that hot and tasty Double Cheezborger is waiting for you at the end of the counter.
Cheezborger. Cheezborger. Cheezborger. No fries. CHEEPS. No Pepsi. COKE.
It’s almost Spring, and the smell of Cheezborgers are in the air! That means it’s time for The Chicago Garden and Flower Show at Navy Pier (March 15 - 23, 2014).
Chicago’s Mercy Home for Boys & Girls is running a campaign during the month of March to raise money to provide safe homes for girls, so that they are not lost to the streets. Please check out their video (featuring our very own Sam Sianis!) and share it with your friends!
50 years ago today our Michigan Avenue location opened and a new chapter of the Billy Goat legend was born. From Second City and SNL to becoming a hangout for local media giants like Mike Royko…and of course the birth of the Cheezborger!
Thank you to our fans for showing the world that Chicago’s favorite tavern isn’t on Michigan Avenue, it’s under it. Cheezborger. Cheezborger. Cheezborger. No Fries. Cheeps! No Pepsi. Coke!
March 30, 2025
Billy Goat Curse, Michigan Avenue