Mary Jo McGuires, A New Sister Bar To Butch McGuires, Opens In Lincoln Park

Mary Jo McGuire’s, a new bar in Lincoln Park, opens on October 17, 2025, as a sister establishment to the iconic Butch McGuire’s. The bar will be run by Connor and Patrick Stewart, grandsons of Butch McGuire, and named after their grandmother. Butch McGuire’s, established in 1961, is renowned for fostering connections among young patrons and creating signature cocktails. Mary Jo McGuire's will honor this tradition with its own identity, featuring live music on weekends and a menu of comfort food, including smash burgers and flatbreads. The bar aims to replicate the welcoming atmosphere of its predecessor while introducing a fresh vibe to Lincoln Park.

Connor Stewart emphasized the importance of customer service, a core value passed down from their grandfather. Additionally, the venue will maintain the family’s holiday traditions with festive decorations. The Stewarts hope to establish Mary Jo McGuire’s as a beloved community spot for many decades.