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The Kinetic Playground

Neighborhood: Uptown
1113 W. Lawrence Ave.

Chicago, IL 60640
773-769-5483
http://www.thekineticplayground....
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The Kinetic Playground window decorations (psychedelic murals of Jimi Hendrix, The Grateful Dead, The Doors, The Who and Led Zeppelin...to name a few) should clue you in to what type of bar it is; fans of classic rock gather together to knock 'em back. The inside of the bar is full of couches and stools with a great view of the stage. There's also a raised seating area in the back for some privacy.


The sound inside is top notch. Walls are three feet thick and completely soundproof, and honeycomb metal throughout the bar makes for the ultimate aural experience. Take down the windows and this place could be a recording studio. Though most of the bands that perform here play rock, the bar does like to mix it up.

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Getting There

Cross Streets:
Lawrence and Broadway.
Parking:
Free Lot, Paid Lot, and Street Parking Difficult
Public Transportation:
Red Line Train: Lawrence.
Wheelchair Access:
Yes

The Basics

Hours:
8 p.m.-4 a.m. Sunday through Friday; 8 p.m.-5 a.m. Saturday
Alcohol:
Full Bar
Smoking:
No
Admission Price:
Varies; average cover charges range $5-$10.
Bar Style:
Music
Music Style:
Rock, Alternative, Bluegrass, Blues, Classic Rock, Funk, Jazz, Metal, Punk, Rhythm & Blues, and Soul

Features

Atmosphere and Personality:
Theme, Bar Scene, and Noise Level. 60s and 70s rock.
Live Music:
Yes
Noise Level:
Bustling
Features:
Late Night and Live Performances
Average Drink Price:
$2 Busch/PBR cans, $3 Trumer Pils, $4 Bud/Bud Light aluminum bottles, $4 well cocktails
Payment Methods:
Mastercard and Visa
Capacity:
500

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5


"Late Night Party"

Splinter from Uptown - December 26, 2007

Maybe it's because years have passed since the last entry on this page, but I really liked the place!!! The staff was cool! The venue was comfort...

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"Nicest staff you can find...."

Carrie from chicago, IL - July 29, 2006

Nicest staff you can find. Drink prices were very reasonable.Ladies washroom was better than downtown clubs washrooms!!! Where can you get free par...

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"I went there sat night...."

Chrissy from chicago, il - May 20, 2006

I went there sat night. the music was ok, the crowd was kinda trashy, but the drinks were good. It's open till 4 am but dies down after 1. Minimal ...

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