Phyllis' Musical Inn
- Neighborhood: East Village / Ukrainian Village
- 1800 W. Division St.
- Chicago, IL 60622
- 773-486-9862
(7 ratings)
Phyllis' was Wicker Park's first live-music venue. That legacy is evident in the timeworn interior and in the good bands booked into the room. Owner Clem Jaskot makes sure that all acts play original sets, keeping cover songs to a minimum. Bands play on a performance area that sits on a low stage at the far end of the room, perpendicular to the bar. Most musical offerings lean toward rock, especially the loud, energetic, raw-garage variety. This guarantees patrons a night of high-octane head knocking, as Chicago is full of power trios and combos ready to rip the roof off. There's always a place for jazz though, which finds its way into the Sunday and Monday stage time. While the sound at Phyllis' is a bit muddy owing to the acoustics of the narrow room, it packs plenty of punch. Combine easy cover charges and reasonable drink prices with maximum rock 'n' roll and you have Phyllis' recipe for a night out.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Division and Wood.
- Parking:
- Street
- Public Transportation:
- Accessible by CTA buses (70-Division, 9-Ashland) and trains (Blue Line-Division).
- Wheelchair Access:
- No
The Basics
- Hours:
- 3 p.m.-2 a.m. Sunday through Friday; 3 p.m.-3 a.m. Saturday.
- Reservations:
- Not Accepted
- Alcohol:
- Full bar; bottled beer.
- Smoking:
- No
- Admission Price:
- $3-$4
- Bar Style:
- Neighborhood
- Music Style:
- Alternative, Country, Rhythm & Blues, Rock, Soul, and World
- Audience:
- Adults / 18+
Features
- Carryout:
- No
- Live Music:
- Yes
- Payment Methods:
- Cash
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- Room accommodates approximately 100.
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"This bar is awesome. ..."
Big Ern from Chicago, IL - June 20, 2007
This bar is awesome. I don't care if you believe me or not.
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"My girl and I went..."
Andy from Chicago, il - September 5, 2006
My girl and I went on an open mic Tuesday. This older fella was working the crowd with terrible jokes while being heckled by a French poet. Another...
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"My boyfriend said this was..."
Shaunne from Hardde, IL - January 1, 2006
My boyfriend said this was the coolest bar on the west side. But when we got there, it was like all sticky everywhere we tried to sit. The barten...
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Calendar of Events
Phyllis' Musical Inn
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Comedy Open Mic
5/13/2008 - 7:00 PM -
Comedy Open Mic
5/20/2008 - 7:00 PM -
Comedy Open Mic
5/27/2008 - 7:00 PM
