Empty Bottle Chicago
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Quick Facts
- The Empty Bottle Chicago is one of the most popular music venues in Chicago.
- Along with great live music Chicago every night, the Empty Bottle is also a favorite Chicago dive bar in the eclectic Ukrainian Village in Chicago's West Side.
- Drinks are cheap at Empty Bottle Chicago, and this top Chicago bar is cash only.
Info
Location:
1035 North Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
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Phone:
773.276.3600
Hours of Operation:
Mon.- wed. 5pm- 2am, Thurs.- Fri. 3pm- 2am, Sat. 12pm- 3am & Sun. 12pm- 2am
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Empty Bottle Chicago
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Legendary Music Venue in the Ukrainian Village of Chicago
Located in
West Side
Ukrainian Village
Price Range:
Pricing Guide
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Summary
Features: The Empty Bottle Chicago is a legendary Chicago music venue in the Ukrainian Village in Chicago's West Side. Some of the best up-and-coming live bands play the Empty Bottle Chicago each night, and their cheap drink specials and small, dive-y atmosphere make it one of the most popular bars in Chicago.
Why We Go: No Chicago music venue gives you better alternative and Indie music on a nightly basis like the Empty Bottle Chicago, and with Chicago concert tickets ranging between $5- $10, you can enjoy a memorable evening out for cheap.
- Live Music Chicago: The Empty Bottle music line-up gives rock, Indie and punk fans the opportunity to see some of the best Chicago bands live, many of which are on the cusp of some serious recognition.
- Cheap Drinks: Daily drink specials at the Empty Bottle include a beer/shot combo for $5, and cheap cans of beer are just $2 and convenient if you plan on getting rowdy in the dance floor crowd.
- The Atmosphere: Dark, dive-y and friendly all in one, the atmosphere at the Empty Bottle Chicago is both parts welcoming and trendy, a throwback to some of the best Chicago music venues of yesteryear.
Inside Knowledge: If you plan on stopping by this top Chicago music venue on your next vacation in Chicago, sign up for the free Empty Bottle Chicago newsletter online and gain exclusive access to free tickets and no covers on select shows at the Empty Bottle.
Do's and Don'ts:
- Do Bring Cash: The Empty bottle Chicago is a cash only music venue and bar in Chicago.
- Do Check the Schedule: Empty Bottle music usually consists of smaller bands you haven't heard of. But in the digital age, you can check the Empty Bottle schedule online, YouTube upcoming bands, and pick and choose who you'd like to see at this top Chicago music venue.
- Don't Miss the Bar Specials: Stop by the bar at the Empty Bottle Chicago and ask their friendly, helpful staff (no sarcasm intended - they really are nice) what's on special at this Chicago hipster bar in the Ukrainian Village. Chances are you'll find something cheap and refreshing.
- Don't Expect Elbow Room: The Empty Bottle is small, but advantages to the tight quarters include great stage views, a smaller crowd, and good acoustics.
Venue Amenities
- Bar Food
- ATM
- Full Bar
- Happy Hour
- Live Entertainment
- Small Atmosphere
- Stage
- Dance Floor





