What should I order at Chief's Bar?
Chief's Bar
Burger
Mentioned repeatedly as the best burgers around with great taste and big patties, satisfying traditional toppings, and cooked any way you want. Multiple reviewers praised the burgers highly, calling them some of the best anywhere and appreciating their quality and consistency.
Prime Rib
Highly recommended especially on Thursday nights as a great deal with salad, baked potato, and garlic bread included. Multiple reviews highlight the prime rib as excellent and the best deal in the area, praising its quality and value.
Tacos
Specifically recommended once as a must-try item with the food described as 'unreal,' indicating a unique and flavorful dish worth trying.
Lake Perch
Recommended by a reviewer who came back specifically to enjoy this dish, describing it as excellent and part of their regular visits.
Onion Rings / Onion Petals
Mentioned as amazing and served as a side option that complements the burgers well, praised for their quality by multiple reviewers.
Daily Specials / Lunch Specials (including Lasagna)
Encouraged to order daily specials as they are described as incredible and good value. One reviewer specifically mentioned the lasagna lunch special as good and cheap.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 2 AM |
About Chief's Bar
Chief's Bar is a bar and grill in Benton Harbor, Michigan, with a casual, cozy, historic feel. Reviewers consistently praise the prime rib, burgers, and other comfort food, along with fast service and a strong beer and cocktail selection. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and many reviews mention it as a dependable stop in the Benton Harbor and Millburg area. The place is also known for bar games, sports, and a dive bar atmosphere.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Bar games
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Food
- Food at bar
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Chief's Bar known for?
Chief's Bar is best known for its prime rib, especially the Thursday night prime rib dinner that reviewers call a great value, often served with a salad and baked potato. The bar also gets repeated praise for burgers, including double cheeseburgers and a classic cheeseburger with traditional toppings.
What dishes are most recommended at Chief's Bar?
Reviewers most often recommend the prime rib, burgers, onion rings, lake perch, frog legs, and bluegills. The daily specials also come up often, with people saying the special and the double cheeseburger are both worth ordering.
What is the atmosphere like at Chief's Bar?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and very much a dive bar, with reviewers describing it as down-home and historic. It suits groups and solo diners who want sports, pool tables, bar games, and a place where the staff keeps checking in even when it is busy.
Is Chief's Bar good value, and what is the price range?
Chief's Bar is in the $10 to $20 range, and reviewers frequently say the prices are excellent for the amount and quality of food. The prime rib is specifically called a good piece of prime rib for the money, and drinks are also described as cheap.
What should I know before going to Chief's Bar?
It does not take reservations, so peak times can feel busy, especially on Thursday nights when the prime rib draws diners. Reviewers say service stays friendly and attentive even when the place is packed, and there is usually plenty of free parking.
Is parking available at Chief's Bar?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
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