Martyrs'
4.5
Martyrs' is a nightclub that feels like a neighborhood bar, from its wall of windows along Lincoln Avenue to its burger-and-chicken-wings menu. But then there's the performance stage and the unusual decor. Dead musicians are memorialized with tables decorated by local artists in their honor. Patrons can grab a pint and slam it down over Sid Vicious' cartoonish mug. Or Kurt Cobain's or Jim Croce's or Robert Johnson's.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Lincoln and Grace.
- Parking:
- Free Lot and Street. Free Lot: after 6 p.m.
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: 11-Lincoln, 50-Damen, 80-Irving Park. Brown Line Train: Irving Park 3 blocks away.
The Basics
- Hours:
- 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Sunday through Friday; 5 p.m.-3 a.m. Saturday.
- Music Style:
- Alternative, Irish, Oldies, and Rock
- Recreation and Sports Activities:
- Pinball. Golden Tee.
Features
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Offbeat
- Live Music:
- Yes. Tribute concerts; Irish sessions on Monday nights.
- Food:
- Hand-rolled pizzas, chicken wings, sandwiches and salads (kitchen open until midnight Sunday-Friday, until 1am Saturday)
- Worth Noting:
- Recommended
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, and Visa
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"We came in from the..."
Nina from Arlington Heights, IL - October 23, 2005
We came in from the suburbs to see a friend of ours band play and were very pleasantly surprised by the unusual food choices. The Jerk Chicken Emp...
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"I loved this club. ..."
michael sandwell from chicago, IL - October 21, 2005
I loved this club. The music was really great, and I hear that Martyrs never books the horrible cover bands that pull in the crowds at the cubby b...
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Calendar of Events
Martyrs'
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High End Trio
10/10/2008 - 9:30 PM -
The Egg
10/11/2008 - 10:00 PM -
Pecha Kucha Night: Chicago Artists Month show
10/13/2008 - 8:00 PM
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