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There’s a Stranger Things Pop-Up Bar And It’s Freaking Awesome

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Georgetown chapter.

The second season of “Stranger Things” isn’t coming out until the end of October, but the creators are already announcing their plans for a third and potentially final fourth season for the hit Netflix series. Because we all know you can’t wait until October 27, there is a new way to get your fix before then: the Stranger Things Pop-Up Bar.

Here is everything you need to know about the strangest pop-up restaurant in Chicago. 

The Space

The concept bar is based in Chicago at The Upside Down, and it is open from now until the end of September. It is literally a carbon-copy of the “Stranger Things” set, and it features everything from the wall of lights to specialty “Stranger Things” beverages. 

It’s open Wednesday through Friday from 5 pm – 2 am, Saturday from 12 pm – 3 am, and Sunday from 12 pm – 2 am, so you have ample time to get your freak on. Additionally, if you want to be like D.R.A.M. pictured above (#tbt to Broccoli), you can book the space out for a private party on Monday or Tuesday nights.

Buy Me a Drank

Now to the most important thing — the beverage selection. The “Stranger Things” pop-up bar is legit. There’s a ton of show-inspired options on the menu. 

Perhaps the most famous cocktail is the “Eleven’s Eggo.” It’s a slushie drink that mixes bourbon, lemon, orange, cranberry, and maple syrup, and it is topped with a freakin’ Eggo waffle. You don’t have to be Eleven-level obsessed with Eggo’s to get this drink, I promise.

Other beverages include the Demogorgon (which is also a slushie), the Snack Pack, Coffee & Contemplation, the Mouthbreather, and She’s Our Friend & She’s Crazy (which could probably be used to describe half of your friends, sos). If you’re boring and/or hipster af, you can also get some craft beer at the bar.

Sadly, you’re not gonna be able to get Benny’s Burgers at this establishment, but you can take a pic with the sign.

Okay, so Barb is likely not going to be there, but I would definitely try to check out the “Stranger Things” pop-up bar in Chicago before the end of September. It’s gonna get you hype for Season 2 (and hopefully beyond).