Joe's Bar
4.1
- Neighborhood: Old Town
- 940 W. Weed St.
- Chicago, IL 60622
- 312-337-3486
Not just a sports fan’s ultimate fantasy—thanks to more than 100 TVs and a few 10-foot HD projection screens—Joe’s is also a place to check out concerts by the likes of Rick Springfield, Rascal Flatts and David Allan Coe. Satellites beam in Big 10, SEC and ACC games, and several college alumni clubs call this sprawling venue home on game days. In the front room, industrial decor melds with a sports bar sensibility: You’re immediately taken aback by the wall of TVs above the 40-foot steel bar. Massive curved booths and tables are conducive to a social, playful atmosphere. Venture to the Red Room, where red velvet drapes can be drawn to accommodate private parties and events; the space features its own bar and lounge seating. But most of the venue is dedicated to the stage and standing-room-only concert venue, complete with multiple bars. The lofted VIP section looks over the action and makes fans feel a part of the rock ’n’ roll scene since the lounge is located right by the band’s dressing rooms. Not enough for you? The courtyard patio is a popular spot in warmer months.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Weed Street and Sheffield Avenue.
- Parking:
- Paid Lot, Street Parking Difficult, and Valet
- Public Transportation:
- CTA bus: #8-Halsted, #72-North. Red Line: North/Clybourn. Taxicabs plentiful.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
-
5 p.m.-2 a.m. Monday and Wednesday; 5 p.m.-4 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m.-5 a.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-midnight Sunday.
Occasionally closed Mondays; call ahead to confirm.
- Cuisine:
- Bar Food, Burgers, and Pizza
- Price Range:
- $ (Under $9)
- Reservations:
- Accepted
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Admission Price:
- Cover varies on nights of shows.
- Bar Style:
- Sports, Music, and Neighborhood
- Music Style:
- Alternative, Funk, Pop, Reggae, and Rock
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- High Energy
- ATM:
- Yes
- Live Music:
- Yes. Call for schedule.
- Games:
- Pool Tables
- Noise Level:
- Bustling
- Features:
- Entertainment, Late Night, and Live Performances
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities and Dance Floor. Choose from five private party rooms with various packages available for 10-1000 people.
- Worth Noting:
- Top sports bars.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, and Visa
- Capacity:
- For 1000
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. For 195 in beer garden from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Full service bar.
- Seating :
- For 420
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"I got almost every week!"
By egermata from South Loop, September 20, 2007
I love this place--especially Tuesday nights! The drinks aren't all that cheap, the food is good (get the nachos!) and the waitresses are cute. I...
Report This Review"The bar is fun, but..."
By Katie from Chicago, IL, May 12, 2007
The bar is fun, but the food is really bad. Only the pizzas are decent. The cover is frustrating because you can never tell how much they will be...
Report This Review"Normally Joe's is the spot..."
By RS from Chicago, IL, February 14, 2007
Normally Joe's is the spot to watch IU/Ill basketball and recently (for IU games) Usually $2-3 pitchers and recently free beer while IU played. ...
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