Metro
2.8
from - Neighborhood: Lakeview
- 3730 N. Clark St.
- Chicago, IL 60613-3810
- 773-549-0203
An old theater with the floor seating removed, Metro presents loud local and international acts in a fairly intimate venue. Formerly called Cabaret Metro, it dropped the "Cabaret" but remains one of the best live music venues in Chicago -- the starting point for Smashing Pumpkins, Ministry and many others.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Addison and Clark Streets
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult. Street parking difficult
- Public Transportation:
- CTA bus. Red Line train: Addison. Taxi cabs plentiful.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- vary
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Admission Price:
- Prices vary; range is $5-$40; typical shows are around $10 per person
- Bar Style:
- College and Dance. Chicago classic
- Music Style:
- Punk, Rhythm & Blues, Rock, Ska, Acid Jazz, Dance, Disco, Funk, Hip Hop, House, and Soul
- Dance Style:
- Rave
- Audience:
- All Ages
Features
- ATM:
- On-site
- Live Music:
- Yes
- Features:
- Afterhours and On-site Merchandise. Band and Metro brand merchandise available. No food.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Can rent venue for private events, call for details
- Worth Noting:
- Chicago classic. Recommended.
- Payment Methods:
- Mastercard and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Seating :
- The main floor is standing-room-only, but there is seating on the second-level balcony. For those hot to mosh, arrive early for a spot directly in front of the stage.
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"Metro is my home, I..."
By peter from chicago, il, October 20, 2004
Metro is my home, I attend the shows too often great bands, graet admosphere a lot of drink.I notcied one thing, this place is owesome, very clean,...
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"One of the best venues..."
By Dorrie from Chicago, IL, September 28, 2004
One of the best venues in Chicago. I've been attending shows here since I was a teen, and it never dissapoints. Staff is wonderful, and really know...
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"Metro is now notoriously bad..."
By Christine S from Chicago, IL, May 26, 2004
Metro is now notoriously bad for starting shows HOURS after the time they are supposed to start. To make matters worse they make everyone line up ...
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Calendar of Events
Metro
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Julian Plenti
11/21/2009 - 7:30 PM -
One Night Stand
11/21/2009 - 11:30 PM -
Madina Lake
11/22/2009 - 6:30 PM
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• 2009 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
• Top 50 movies of the decade, part two
• WTF tattoos
• Emmys red carpet
• Rick Bayless' Xoco
• Darque Tan Bikini Contest
• New restaurants
• New bars & clubs
• Lolla Best and Worst
• Celebrities
Metromix event pics:
• ROOF/Banana Shpeel
• Halloween Sucks party
• Metromix costume shots
• Best Bartender Bash
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