Still THE place to see live bands in Chicago, the Empty Bottle is everything a rock club should be: smoky, crowded, loud, dirty, intimate and irresistible. With live music nearly every night of the week, ranging from experimental jazz to garage rock, you can always count on two things: variety and quality. The crowd ranges from style-conscious college kids to friendly urban hippies, and the sense of musical community is palpable. Tickets rarely cost more than $15, and there's usually a beer on special for under $2.
Getting There
Cross Streets:
Western and Cortez.
Parking:
Street
Public Transportation:
CTA Bus: #49 Western.
Wheelchair Access:
Yes
The Basics
Hours:
5 p.m.-2 a.m. Monday through Wednesday; 3 p.m.-2 a.m. Thursday and Friday; noon-3 a.m. Saturday; noon-2 a.m. Sunday.
Alcohol:
Full Bar
Smoking:
No
Bar Style:
Neighborhood.
Chicago classic.
Music Style:
Rock, Alternative, Dance, Disco, Jazz, Punk, and Reggae
Recreation and Sports Activities:
Pinball
Features
Live Music:
Yes
Games:
Pool Tables
Food:
Allows (and encourages) carryout from Bite Cafe located one storefront north of the club.
