Friendly Confines Restaurant’s Owner & CEO Carmen Jordan was born and raised on the North Side of Chicago. He is the son of a former Chicago cop who worked security at Wrigley Field where Carmen grew up watching the Cubs play ball. At age 11 he became the youngest member of the famed “Left Field Bleacher Bums”. Over the years, Carmen attended every Home Game from 1969 to 1972. Proudly cutting school after 4th Period each day that the Cubbies had a day game
About the Confines
A Few words about us
When it came time to name his Chicago style sports restaurants, he thought back to when he was a little kid at Wrigley Field when Ernie Banks, “Mr. Cub”, could be seen outside of the ball park signing autographs and saying “Welcome to the Friendly Confines!” and it clicked! This is where ultimate sports fans will gather to watch every sport, every team, every day!
"When it came time to name my Chicago style sports restaurants, I thought back to when I was a little kid at Wrigley Field when Ernie Banks, “Mr. Cub”, could be seen outside of the ball park signing autographs and saying “Welcome to the Friendly Confines!” and it clicked! This is where ultimate sports fans will gather to watch every sport, every team, every day"
Carmen Jordan Sr - Founder
Lake Mary
Operating Hours
MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | SUNDAY
11:00am
12:00am
12:00am
FRIDAY | SATURDAY
11:00am
01:30am
01:30am
"We are a local, family owned Chicago sports themed restaurant with a full liquor bar and a very extensive craft beer and whiskey selection. We offer Chicago favorites such as the Chicago style Vienna Beef hot dog and Italian beef sandwiches. We also offer some of the best chicken wings and boneless tenders in town and they can be tossed in one of our 65 different flavor combinations! Looking for any major sporting event? Look no further, we carry the NFL, MLB, NBA, MLS, WWE, NHL & NCAA packages as well as regional and global channels for those harder to find sports and matches. We have over 70 LARGE Hi-Definition Monitors for your viewing pleasures. Please call at least 30 minutes ahead with parties of 8 or more!"
CHICAGO SPIRIT. FLORIDA FRIENDLY.
The "Confines" tradition—built by fans, for fans, with a vibe that feels like home
Amazing Sports Themed Bar & Restaurant
Come through to the Confines
From massive TV’s showing all sports, all of the time to our collection of sports memorabilia for sale, Friendly Confines has it all !
Only the Freshest Ingredients every single day
The Local and established Favorite
Gear up for NFL football season. Nobody does it like Friendly Confines with all of the games televised, raffles, bingo and trivia with a chance to win major prizes!
vist the Legendary CONFINES COLLECTIBLES
We have Every collectible you need!
Visit the official CONFINES COLLECTIBLES store today and find an item or collectible that you’ve been looking for.
All Menu items can be ordered to go
Check out our Game Day menu offerings, There is no beating the confines!
Discover your new favorite appetizer! Tender zucchini fries, coated in a delicate batter and fried to a golden crunch. Each bite is perfectly complemented by our unique, creamy homemade Cajun ranch dipping sauce
Experience cheesy bliss with our mini white cheddar cheese curds, crispy on the outside and wonderfully melty within. Served alongside a vibrant marinara dipping sauce and a generous finish of grated Parmesan cheese
Feed your crew with our massive 20 Jumbo Chicken Wings! This satisfying spread comes with refreshing crispy celery sticks and your choice of golden seasoned fries or zesty Cajun tots. Complete with three 2oz dipping sauces, it's the ideal centerpiece for any table
Prepare for a feast with our Ultimate Appetizer Platter! This incredible spread features sauced Cubby Claws, classic Mozzarella Sticks, crispy Onion Rings, spicy Cajun Tater Tots, and savory Parmesan Breadsticks. Served with a delicious assortment of all our dipping sauces. Want the maximum dining experience? Add a batch of our mouthwatering Wings
Our timeless Caesar salad features crisp romaine lettuce, generously tossed with shredded Parmesan cheese and crunchy croutons. Served with our creamy Caesar dressing on the side, so you can add just the right amount to every bite!
A fresh and flavorful take on a classic! Our crisp romaine Caesar salad comes with shredded Parmesan and croutons, and your choice of dressing on the side. The star of the show? Tender jumbo shrimp, seasoned and blackened or perfectly grilled. If you're in the mood for fried, we'll serve it with golden-fried popcorn shrimp! Served with a breadstick
Indulge in our substantial Caesar salad, piled high with a delicious 1/2 pound of fresh Mahi Mahi. Choose your style – zesty blackened, tender grilled, or crispy fried – for a powerful protein punch that perfectly complements the creamy dressing, Parmesan, and croutons. Dressing and breadstick on the side.
Our light and refreshing salad combines crisp romaine lettuce with creamy feta cheese, a kick from banana peppers, briny black olives, cool cucumber, sweet tomato, and crisp onion, topped with crunchy croutons. A perfect side or light meal. Greek Feta dressing on the side
Get ready for the best wings around! Our jumbo wings are always fresh, never frozen, and cooked to crispy perfection. Choose your favorite sauce (feel free to mix flavors, Wings can also be split 1/2 & 1/2 with a 20 piece order. Every order comes with one dipping sauce. Craving more? Celery and extra sauces/dressings are available for a small additional charge.
Get ready for the best tenders around! Our hand battered tenders are always fresh, never frozen, and cooked to crispy perfection. Choose your favorite sauce (feel free to mix flavors, Claws can also be split 1/2 & 1/2 with a 20 piece order. Every order comes with one dipping sauce. Craving more? Celery and extra sauces/dressings are available for a small additional charge.
Craving perfectly crispy chicken? Our premium, hormone-free chicken tenders are always fresh, never frozen, and hand-battered then lightly fried for that irresistible crunch. You can blend flavors for your tenders (but we can't split orders). Extra celery and dipping sauces are available to complete your meal, for an additional cost
Craving perfectly crispy chicken? Our premium, hormone-free chicken tenders are always fresh, never frozen, and hand-battered then lightly fried for that irresistible crunch. You can blend flavors for your tenders (but we can't split orders). Extra celery and dipping sauces are available to complete your meal, for an additional cost
A true taste of the South! Our 1/2lb Angus Steak Burger is smothered in zesty BBQ sauce, blanketed with melted cheddar, and finished with a crispy onion ring. Served on a buttery brioche roll with fresh lettuce, tomato, and onion for a hearty, unforgettable meal.
Our tender 1/3rd pound Jennie-O Ground Turkey Burger offers a delightful alternative to beef. Served on a soft brioche roll, complete with fresh lettuce, juicy tomato, and onion, plus your favorite cheese to finish it off.
Fuel up with our generous 1/2lb Angus Steak Burger, topped with a fried egg, a pile of crispy Applewood bacon, and your preferred cheese. Served on a brioche roll, it's a satisfying masterpiece that comes with one regular side item.
Get the best of both worlds! A succulent 1/2lb Angus Steak Burger, topped with classic marinara sauce and a blanket of melted mozzarella cheese. Served with fresh lettuce, tomato, and onion to complete this deliciously unique burger.
Indulge in our tender, all-white meat chicken, generously smothered in a rich combination of sautéed mushrooms, onions, peppers, and creamy white American cheese. It's a comforting and robust dish, perfectly paired with your choice of two regular sides.
Experience true Southern comfort! Our tender, deli-sliced roast beef is generously topped with our savory, homemade brown gravy and served on warm, open-faced white bread. A perfectly satisfying meal, accompanied by two regular side items. Feeling extra fancy? Add mushrooms for an additional $.99!
Dive into a delicious dinner featuring two tender 4oz Mahi Mahi filets! Whether you prefer them expertly grilled for a light char, seasoned and blackened for a spicy kick, or golden-fried to perfection, they come with tangy tartar sauce and two regular sides to complete your feast.
Andouille sausage, sautéed peppers and onions, garlic, and crushed red pepper, all enveloped in a rich cream and butter sauce with a sprinkle of shredded Parmesan cheese.
A delightful twist on a deli favorite! Tender deli-sliced turkey breast, tangy 1000 Island dressing, savory sauerkraut, and melted Swiss cheese, all grilled on crisp rye toast. It's a perfect harmony of flavors!
Indulge in thinly sliced turkey breast, perfectly complemented by sweet sautéed onions and peppers, all smothered in creamy white American cheese. A warm, hearty, and delicious experience.
Indulge in our classic club sandwich featuring premium ham, succulent turkey, and sizzling bacon. Topped with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and your favorite cheese, served on toasted bread cut into quarters. It's a satisfying bite every time! Served on white or rye toast.
Indulge in our classic club sandwich featuring premium ham, succulent turkey, and sizzling bacon. Topped with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and your favorite cheese, served on toasted bread cut into quarters. It's a satisfying bite every time! Served on white or rye toast.
Grilled, Blackened Or Fried Chicken, Sauteed Onions, Sauteed Peppers With White American Cheese
Our Philly Cheese Steak Wrap is bursting with flavor! We take juicy, seasoned steak, sauté it with tender onions and bell peppers, then load it into a soft tortilla with a generous helping of melty white american (or your cheese of choice!). It's a quick, cheesy, and utterly satisfying meal perfect for any time of day.
Experience the classic flavors of a Caesar salad, perfectly portable! Our Chicken Caesar Wrap features tender grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, savory Parmesan cheese, and a creamy, zesty Caesar dressing, all snugly rolled in a soft flour tortilla. It's a fresh, satisfying, and flavor-packed meal that's easy to enjoy on the go!
Turkey, guacamole, bacon, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato in a flour tortilla.
Indulge in a side of our creamy, comforting baked macaroni and cheese, made with that signature goodness and a golden, bubbly top. Pure cheesy perfection
Our velvety homemade mashed potatoes are taken to the next level! We top them generously with crunchy Applewood bacon and a blend of savory cheddar jack cheese, creating a side dish that's impossible to resist!
Celery Sticks
Onion Rings
2 ounces of rich chocolate sauce
2 Ounces of Caramel Topping
Indulge in a classic carnival treat, reimagined! Our lightly fried funnel cake sticks are perfectly golden and crispy, generously dusted with a delightful blend of cinnamon and sugar. A sweet, nostalgic bite in every stick! Served With Caramel Sauce.
Hand Battered Country Fried Steak Sandwich Topped With Country Gravy on A Brioche Roll Served With Chips.
Homemade Tuna Salad with lettuce and tomato on toast.
Half Tuna Garden Salad
Half Shrimp Garden Salad
Vienna All Beef Hot Dog With Natural Casing Topped With Chili And Shredded Cheddar Cheese On A Vienna Poppyseed Bun. Comes With Your Choice Of Fries, Broccoli, Potato Salad or Cole Slaw. All Other Sides Available For A Small Upcharge.
Deli Sliced Roast Beef With Melted Cheddar Cheese And Horsey Sauce On A Brioche Roll. Comes With Your Choice Of Fries, Broccoli, Potato Salad or Cole Slaw. All Other Sides Available For A Small Upcharge.
A Classic, Like Mom Used To Make. Melted American Cheese On Toasted White Bread. Add Bacon 1.29 Comes With Your Choice Of Fries, Broccoli, Potato Salad or Cole Slaw. All Other Sides Available For A Small Upcharge.
Deli Sliced Ham With American Cheese On Toasted White Bread. Comes With Your Choice Of Fries, Broccoli, Potato Salad or Cole Slaw. All Other Sides Available For A Small Upcharge.
Nobody does it like Friendly Confines, EVERY game Televised on massive TV's
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Upcoming Sporting Events
Winter Olympic Games 2026
February 6–22Held in Milan-Cortina, Italy; great for daily viewing on our huge TV’s at Friendly Confines.
Cricket
7 Feb to 8 MarICC Men’s T20 World Cup (India and Sri Lanka)
American Football
8 February 2026Super Bowl LX (Santa Clara, U.S.)
Basketball
15 February 2026NBA All-Star Game
Athletics
1 March 2026Tokyo Marathon
Bobsleigh & Skeleton
2–8 March 2026IBSF World Cup Final (Königssee, Germany)
Speed Skating
5-8 MarchISU Speed Skating Allround & Sprint World Championships (Heerenveen, Netherlands)
Baseball
5-17 MarchWorld Baseball Classic
Multi-sport
6-15 MarchParalympic Winter Games (Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy)
Curling
14-22 MarchWorld Women’s Curling Championship (Calgary, Canada)
Cross-Country Skiing
20-22 MarchFIS Cross-Country World Cup Finals (Lake Placid, U.S.)
Athletics
20-22 MarchWorld Athletics Indoor Championships (Torun, Poland)
Cycling Road
21 MarchMilan-San Remo (Italy)
Alpine Skiing
21-25 MarchFIS Alpine Ski World Cup Finals (Lillehammer, Norway)
Figure Skating
24-29 MarchISU World Figure Skating Championships (Prague, Czech Republic)
Curling
28 Mar to 5 AprWorld Men’s Curling Championship (Ogden, U.S.)