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Aurora Tap House

About Us

Discover the ultimate hangout at Aurora Tap House, the leading bar and lounge serving Aurora, IL, and surrounding areas including Oswego, Montgomery, Sugar Grove, and more since 2018. With 16 beers on tap, an impressive whiskey selection, fine wines, and top spirits, we cater to all tastes. Our enticing new menu features mouthwatering pizzas, fresh pretzels, and savory sandwiches. Dive into the fun with video gaming, darts, arcade games, and engaging entertainment like karaoke every other Saturday, alternating with either live music or dynamic DJ nights. Don't forget Bingo on Thursdays for a chance to win while you unwind. For an unmatched outing experience, come and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at Aurora Tap House today!

Our Story

Meet the Owners

Dan and Chris

Aurora Tap House, formerly known as The Web, is owned by Aurora natives Chris Gonzalez and Dan Ardelean, who have been friends since they were 14 years old. Offering many nightly events, including live music, DJs, karaoke, bingo, sports entertainment and holiday/themed events, has made this a great bar for a diverse age group ranging from 21 to 70's.

A Family Legacy

Dan's Grandma, Marguerite Hoorelbek, started the tavern over 40 years ago. She had many other locations and eventually got rid of them, but 134. W Downer Pl stayed close to her heart. Marguerite's daughters (Dan's mom and aunts), Darlene Ardelean, Sharon Barry and Beverly Bugbee became owners, and Beverly ran the bar for many years until she retired. Dan and Chris proudly bought the bar and the family legacy continues.

As Downtown Aurora evolves, Aurora Tap has kept its authenticity simply as a tavern. There are not many tavern-like-bars left in the city, and it is truly a one-of-a-kind place to stop in, enjoy drinks and have a great time.

Areas Served

Aurora, IL | Oswego, IL | Montgomery, IL | Sugar Grove, IL | Plano, IL | Yorkville, IL | North Aurora, IL | Batavia, IL

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Testimonials

On 3/28/2026 Jon Novak had this to say:
Local Aurora staple with delicious food and great atmosphere. Tons of food options, lots of high tops along with bar seating and frequent events.

On 1/3/2026 Andrew Baffes had this to say:
I love the bar in this establishment. Great drinks and food.

On 9/24/2025 LCAmundo had this to say:
We love this place. We used to come every Friday until We move to another town. Bartenders are nice, when you cancha them...lol. Fridays the place it is crowded. We have never eating in there, but drinks are cheap. She loves to sing, so she had a blast with all diferent DJ's and Karaokee. Highly recomended.

On 8/3/2025 William Matuszak had this to say:
Excellent place to go watch game, 0r your other favorite competition

On 6/19/2025 Cody Lorance had this to say:
It's the best of dive.

Contact Us

Aurora Tap House
134 W Downer Pl Aurora, IL 60506
Phone: (630) 892-9220
Email: info@aurorataphouse.com

Corner of Lake Street and Downer in Historic Downtown Aurora

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Payment Types Accepted

Discover, MasterCard, Visa, Debit Cards

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

News

🏀 FINAL FOUR IS HERE!
Grab your crew and head to Aurora Tap House on April 4th for all the March Madness action!

🔥 Why watch at Aurora Tap House?
• Electric game day atmosphere
• Awesome food & ice cold drinks
• Big screens everywhere — not a bad seat in the house
• The perfect spot to feel that live hoops energy

Bring your friends, claim your table, and catch every highlight, heartbreak, and buzzer beater LIVE at Aurora Tap House!
👉 See you for the Final Four!

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BINGO takes over Aurora Tap House tomorrow at 8 PM! 🔥 Bring your squad, sip something good, and score those big wins! Don’t miss out! 🍻💰


It’s Bingo Night at Aurora Tap House! 🎉 Grab your lucky seat, your favorite drink, and your best hype crew—game starts at 8 PM! Let’s make it a night of laughs, wins, and good vibes. 🍻✨

⚾🍻 FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE! 🍔🎶

Kick off your weekend at Aurora Tap House with Velvet Rose hitting the stage this Friday, April 3rd!

Grab your crew and come enjoy:
🍔🔥 Killer bar and delicious eats
🍺 Ice cold drinks
🎸 High energy live music
🏆 Big sports vibes all night long

Don’t miss out—this is the perfect night to unwind, catch the game, and rock out with friends. See you at the Tap! 🙌



🙏 Thank you, Aurora and surrounding communities! Your support means everything to us. We’re grateful for every kind word, every visit, and every review—like this one that reminded us why we love being your local hangout ❤️.

If you’ve enjoyed your time with us, please consider leaving a review. Supporting local businesses makes a real difference, and we appreciate you being part of our community.
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FAQ

Do you host live entertainment?
Yes, we offer live music, DJ nights, karaoke, trivia nights, and Thursday Bingo.
Do you serve food?
Yes, our menu features pizzas, wings, sandwiches, and more.
Do you offer party bus rentals?
Yes, we offer party bus rentals for group outings, celebrations, and special events.

Contact Us for Party Bus Rentals:
Ready to book your next party bus experience? We’re here to help!
Email us for pricing, availability, booking details, and more:
dan@aurorataphouse.com
chris@aurorataphouse.com

Whether it’s a birthday, bachelor/bachelorette party, corporate outing, or a night out with friends—we’ve got the perfect ride for you!
Do you have TVs for watching sports?
Yes, we have multiple TVs perfect for watching game day action.

Locations

134 W Downer Pl Aurora, IL 60506 - (630) 892-9220
2124 W Galena Blvd Aurora, IL 60506 - (630) 907-7795

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