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The Empty Bottle
Recommended Reviews
4.7
casey Dietrich
Great atmosphere, good drinks. Nicely set up for live music.
Jeff Thomas
Great venue to see a rock and roll show. Not fancy, but always a good time and they get some GREAT bands!
Charlie Cole
I get the punk aesthetic of grunge and disrepair. It's not for me, but I can appreciate it.
eric fleischauer
YES! iconic, wonderful, welcoming music venue 100% come here. also has a photoboth
Matthew Gurski
Always love this place. Great atmosphere, good people. Good bands. Music. Friendly. Dancing. Just as advertised on the awning.
elizabeth bewley
Free Monday nights have made monday my fave night of the week. Colorful but clean bathroom. Cheap beer. Great tunes.
Megan Quigley
Always fun! Don't forget to bring cash!
Victor D Verdev
What being a dive bar is all about! In an awesome neighborhood. Very intimate environment to see and enjoy your favorite band. Eager to return to see future performances.
Todd Lakin
What's there to write? This is a staple of the Chicago music scene, from up-and-comers to established bands. Reasonably priced drinks and zero pretension.
Nicholas T Ashley
Some of the best shows I've seen in my life were here. Love this place, and still has great drink prices, especially for Chicago!
Jamie Butler
Great music and dive bar atmosphere
Allan Nazario
Awesome venue through the years. We caught so many great performances here.
Mike Jackert
Simply one of the Chicago music scene's most beloved venues. So many legendary shows!
J Saler Drees
Fun way to discover new music and bands. Casual and can hang out with musicians afterwards. A more intimate live music experience.
Kevin Skomsvold
Best alternative club in town, hands down. Don't miss the honky tonk happy hour on Fridays. National acts as well as local. Eclectic as it gets.