Double Door - Bucktown/Wicker Park - Chicago, IL 60622 | Metromix Chicago

Double Door



Neighborhood: Bucktown/Wicker Park
1572 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Chicago, IL 60622
773-489-3160

Double Door's pedigree -- it's Metro's smaller sister club -- is easily identified by the impressive bookings and comfortable atmosphere. This is a primarily rock club for people who like to see live music in intimate quarters, though the club's hip-hop, Latin, new-country, and electronic offerings are equally successful. Offering everything from local bands with promise to established touring acts to superstars like the Rolling Stones (fer real -- the STONES!), Double Door's booking power is unequalled for a club its size. With the feel of a rehearsal room/basement, the club's sound system and layout are prime for music lovers (though sometimes harder on shorter music fans stuck in the back). You'll stand, with drink in hand, but the raised stage, open view, and mostly excellent bookings are worth it. The long bar that lines the west wall of the Double Door should be easier to get a drink from, so the small downstairs bar is always a good alternative. While down there, you can keep an eye on the show via ceiling-mounted monitors or play some pool. Located in the heart of Wicker Park, there are plenty of auxiliary activities.

Getting There

Cross Streets:
North, Milwaukee and Damen.
Parking:
Street Parking Difficult
Public Transportation:
CTA Bus: 56-Milwaukee, 50-Damen, 72-North. Blue Line Train: Damen.
Wheelchair Access:
Yes. Entrance and restrooms.

The Basics

Hours:
8 p.m.-2 a.m. Tuesday through Friday; 8 p.m.-3 a.m. Saturday

Occasionally open Sunday and Monday for events.

Alcohol:
Full Bar
Smoking:
No
Admission Price:
Approximately $5 - $10 on performance nights. More for special events.
Cash only for tickets at the door
Tickets also through Ticketmaster at 312-559-1212.
Music Style:
Punk, Hip Hop, Rhythm & Blues, House, Rock, Latin, Ska, Metal, Soul, Acid Jazz, World, Alternative, Dance, Disco, Ethnic, Funk, and Pop
Audience:
21+
Recreation and Sports Activities:
Pinball

Features

Carryout:
No
Live Music:
Yes
Games:
Pool Tables
Features:
On-site Merchandise. T-shirts. No food.
Facilities:
Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Space can be rented out.
Worth Noting:
Recommended
Specialties:
Live music featuring up-and-coming national and prominent local acts.
Payment Methods:
American Express, Mastercard, and Visa
Seating :
100 seats, although room accommodates 550 and most shows are general admission.

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"Best sounding club in Chicago"

By SaltyIrish from Mt. Greenwood, April 10, 2009

I love going to this club to hear bands. The sound is great, and the vibe is cool. The staff can be a bit temperamental at times, but overall it's ...

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"Miserable"

By ChicagoCubFan from Lakeview, June 15, 2008

Great place to see a rock concert. I will give it that. Miserable hangout though. No A/C. So hot you feel like you are going insane.

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"The intimacy of fans and..."

By P. Michael Frulla from Chicago, IL, February 25, 2005

The intimacy of fans and performers is what makes the Metro's "sister club" a Rock club! I'm returning on March 19 to catch "the Damnwells" - B...

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