U.S. Cellular Field 333 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL 60616

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Stadium
U.S. Cellular Field

Capacity: 40,615

Surface: Grass

Tickets: Buy now
  or call (312) 674-1000.

Schedule: Chicago White Sox

Park Factor: Complete data

City Guide: Chicago

History: In 2003, the White Sox and U.S. Cellular forged a partnership, allowing for dramatic renovations to the stadium in the next several years. Several renovations, including a new video board in center field and a "fan deck," were made prior to the 2003 season. Formerly known as Comiskey Park, U.S. Cellular Field opened April 18, 1991, and was the first new sports facility built in Chicago since Chicago Stadium in 1929. The ballpark features a 53-foot-wide, by 28-foot-tall video screen. The park has been used in many commercials and several movies, including "My Best Friend's Wedding" and "Major League II." The playing field is composed of bluegrass sod, with three different blends of grass. The infield consists of dirt transported from the original park.

Soak up the scene:
The Cell may play second fiddle to that ballpark on the North Side of town, but it's got a lot going for it. There're some pretty good eats, the famous exploding scoreboard and a hearty and underappreciated fan base. The team took eight rows off the much-criticized upper deck, but it's still too steep and high. For more on the U.S. Cellular Field experience, including a game-day itinerary, visit Wise Guides.

Restaurants and Bars

Highest Rated Restaurants

1. Pancho Pistolas (0.76 miles) 700 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60616, (312) 225-8246
82% like it (126 votes), serves Mexican,Tex-Mex,Southwestern
2. Gio's Cafe & Deli (1.08 miles) 2724 S Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, (312) 225-6368
90% like it (83 votes), serves Italian,Sandwiches/Subs,Seafood
3. Tacos Erendira (0.73 miles) 3207 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608, (312) 567-0202
81% like it (108 votes), serves Tacos,Mexican
4. Phil's Pizza (0.61 miles) 3551 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60609, (773) 523-0947
84% like it (72 votes), serves Pizza
5. Maxwell Street Depot (0.57 miles) 411 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60616, (312) 326-3514
82% like it (62 votes), serves Burgers,Hot Dogs
6. Mother Butter's Popcorn and Confectionary (0.35 miles) 17 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60616, (773) 548-7677
92% like it (25 votes), serves Smoothies,Cajun/Creole,Desserts/Ice Cream

Sports Bars

1. Kroll's South Loop (2.04 miles) 1736 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, (312) 235-1400
68% like it (76 votes), serves Burgers,American,Fast Food
2. Junior's Sports Lounge (2.48 miles) 724 W Maxwell St, Chicago, IL 60607, (312) 421-2277
79% like it (29 votes), serves American,Pub Food
3. Domaine Fa@Lines (2.55 miles) 1257 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60607, (312) 738-1900
50% like it (2 votes), serves Pub Food
4. Hawkeye's Bar & Grill (3.11 miles) 1458 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607, (312) 226-3951
65% like it (63 votes), serves American,Pub Food,Italian
5. Chicago Sports Bar & Grill (3.30 miles) 223 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 427-2856
64% like it (17 votes), serves American,Italian,Pub Food
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