The Continental | Metromix Chicago

The Continental

Neighborhood: Garfield Park
2801 W. Chicago Ave.

Chicago, IL 60622
773-292-1200
4 1/2 (5 ratings) Write a review
Want that old-time tavern feel but with a spruced-up look? The Continental moved into the old Pizza Lounge--a neighborhood hang for more than 100 years--and cleaned things up but kept that cool, corner bar atmosphere. Plus, blown-up and framed black-and-whites photos from the '20s show you what the space used to look like. Rock 'n' roll tunes play, DJs occasionally take to the decks, and patrons sidle up to the original bar for a beer and a shot. Forget your frou-frou drink list; you'll need a stiff drink to keep the party going at this late night hang.

Getting There

Cross Streets:
N. California Ave. and W. Grand Ave.
Parking:
Street
Public Transportation:
CTA Bus: #66 Western; #70 California; #52 Chicago. Blue Line Train: Chicago.
Wheelchair Access:
No

The Basics

Hours:
5 p.m.-4 a.m. Monday through Friday; 5 p.m.-5 a.m. Saturday; 6 p.m.-4 a.m. Sunday.
Alcohol:
Full Bar
Smoking:
No
Bar Style:
Neighborhood. Chicago classic.
Music Style:
Rock

Features

ATM:
Yes
Features:
Afterhours. No food.
Facilities:
Private Party and Banquet Facilities
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
Outdoor Seating:
Yes. Sidewalk Seating: 32; Beer Garden: 30
Seating :
Capacity: 102; Seating: 45

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5


"Great late night hang! Yeah,..."

Tobey from Chicago, IL - June 30, 2007

Great late night hang! Yeah, it gets crowded late night, but what do you expect, it is a 4 am bar. Switchyard- great concept, great bands, I'm sur...

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"I don't understand the popularity..."

Jim from Chicago, IL - September 8, 2006

I don't understand the popularity of this bar. It's small and the service isn't all that great. You'll be very lucky to find seating after 11pm.

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"Awesome place with an awesome..."

mike from Chicago, Il - July 20, 2006

Awesome place with an awesome setting. The staff and service is wonderful. The place is to die for.

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