Slow Down, Life's Too Short (closed)
4.4
from - Neighborhood: West Town
- 1177 N. Elston Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60622
- Price range: $ (Under $9)
Slow Down, Life's Too Short closed in November of 2004. The owners are currently undergoing construction hope to reopen in fall 2009.
Located right off the Chicago River, this bar/restaurant has multiple-level decks. Boaters are more than welcome: There's valet parking for boats and a shower for boaters to get refreshed. Head to the top level, where there's a superb view of the city. Live bands perform some weekends and there's a "reggae brunch" on Sunday.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Elston and Division.
- Parking:
- Street and Valet. Valet Parking: For boats and cars.
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: Division St.
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11-2 a.m. Sunday through Tuesday; 11-4 a.m. Wednesday through Friday; 11-5 a.m. Saturday.
- Cuisine:
- Bar Food and Cajun/Creole
- Meals Served:
- Weekend Brunch and Dinner. Brunch: Sunday.
- Price Range:
- $ (Under $9)
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Music Style:
- Blues, Reggae, Rhythm & Blues, Rock, Soul, and World
- Dance Style:
- Disco and Urban
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Offbeat and Theme. Miami-style bar.
- Live Music:
- Yes
- Features:
- Late Night and Scenic View. Until close. Shower for boaters.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Up to 700 people.
- Specialties:
- Cajun-Creole; Island cuisine brunch: omelets, plantains, tropical fruits.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. Two rooftop decks are available.
- Seating :
- For 250
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"When is this place going..."
By Bob from Chicago, IL, October 20, 2004
When is this place going to Close for good? Staff sucks, Food sucks the whole place sucks
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"Wow I totally love this..."
By Hannah Cwik from Chicago, Il, June 29, 2004
Wow I totally love this place! The Sunday Reggae Brunch is awesome - the mimosa's are large (a great deal if you buy a pitcher), and the food i...
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"I went To the Sunday..."
By SUZIE B. from CHICAGO, IL, March 8, 2004
I went To the Sunday Reggae Brunch and I Must Tell You, The Place Rocks. The Food Is Good The Service Is Prompt, The Live Islands Music Is Great, T...
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