The Rockbox
2.6
from - Neighborhood: Sheffield/De Paul
- 2624 N. Lincoln Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60614
- 773-871-0205
This rock 'n' roll-themed bar (opened in '09 as the Rockhouse but later changed) inspired by L.A. hangs like Viper Room and The Roxy has taken over the former Deja Vu space. Tattoo-style murals and a waitstaff sporting a smattering of tats and piercings will help you get in the rock star mood, while a full stage will hosts rock bands of varying degrees of obscurity on Friday and Saturday nights. Shot machines behind the bar stand at the ready to dispense cold shots of Jager, Patron and Bacardi. For an unusual sight, head to the back bar, which is stocked exclusively with Crystal Skull, Dan Aykroyd's vodka in a skull-shaped bottle. Food service is limited to mini-pizzas and a cocktail menu featuring drinks named after dead rock stars, from Jimi Hendrix to Kurt Cobain.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Lincoln Avenue at Wrightwood
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Brown Line train: Diversey
- Wheelchair Access:
- No
The Basics
- Hours:
- 9 p.m.-4 a.m. Sunday through Friday; 9 p.m.-5 a.m. Saturday
- Cuisine:
- Pizza
- Meals Served:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Admission Price:
- No cover Tuesday through Thursday; $5 cover Friday and Saturday
- Bar Style:
- Rock bar
Features
- Live Music:
- Yes. Live rock bands Friday and Saturday
- Games:
- Pool Tables. Two pool tables on the second floor are free on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- Payment Methods:
- Cash and Major Credit Cards
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"I won't be making a return visit"
By dangertime from Downtown., September 26, 2009
A friend's band was playing at this bar, and (having no prior experience) I went. It may work for some, but I found the vibe to be completely off-p...
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"Snooze"
By barcrawler from Uptown, May 19, 2009
Stopped in on Saturday night around 3am to check it out. I was willing to overlook the artificial "rock" persona this place was attempting if I co...
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