Many of Baby Doll's clientele have been polka-ing here since it opened in 1981. And you'll know you're on the South Side when you check out the beer selection. Old Style is available both in bottles and on draught alongside typical stuff like Miller and Budweiser. The closest thing to a microbrew is Krakus, a highly recommended pilsner direct from Poland. There is a microwave behind the bar, however, so the capabilities exist for preparing Polish cuisine on special occasions.
Parking's a breeze, thanks to a parking lot and plenty of space on the surrounding streets.
The club's next door to an airport, meaning it's one of the few Chicago bars that's easily accessible from all over the country. Sure, original owner Eddie Korosa Sr. Peering out from underneath a pair of neon beer signs are two baby dolls. Only their heads are visible, and at first glance, you might mistake them for real kids. It can be a tad unsettling, because let's face it, baby dolls are like clowns.