4. Restaurants

MaxBar

2247 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL, 60614
  • (773) 549-5884
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  • Chris G.

    Biggest asshole of A dorrsman I've bet met...ruined the entire vibe of the bar... Edit. Worst bar I've ever been to. With cliental and personnel... And I am 24 going to most bars in downtown Chicago. Very disappointing because it's so close to where I live

    (1)

  • Emily B.

    my girl friend got taken advantaged of in the bathroom two nights ago. do not go here.

    (1)

  • Zulhaj C.

    About 10 friends and I ended up going here on New Years Eve. The ticket cost around $70 and said it includes 8 drinks and some food. The party was supposed to start around 8. Since we had a large group we took multiple trips. I and 3 other friends went on the last trip since I was the host and wanted to make sure everyone had a ride. My friends got in fine, but the problem started when me and my three other friends arrived. Apparently they didn't purchase enough wristbands for the party that they sold people. So we were waiting outside and the bouncers didn't know what to do. Because obviously having a plan of action in the event the wristbands run out is not important (/sarcasm). So they get the manager who comes out yelling at us saying he has the right to not give us a refund and that we should have arrived exactly when the party started. I'm sorry, but not everyone arrives to a bar exactly on the dot. There was nothing on the flyer that said you have to arrive exactly on time so that the bar doesn't have to buy enough wristbands for all the people they sold it to. Anyways, it's not a big deal. I just wan't to hang out with my friends and get into the place I spent almost $100 for. I don't care if I don't get the free drinks that I was promised. As a manager, that isn't how you treat your customers. You politely tell them that, there was a logistical mistake and that we don't have enough wristbands, but please come in and enjoy yourselves anyway. This jerk treated us with the most disrespect I've ever experienced at a bar. He treated us like he was better than us because he was the guy in charge of this shitty bar. So we finally get in, and the party was just lame. The music was meh, and the bar itself isn't all that nice, at least not as nice as the pictures on their website lead you to believe. My advice is next don't say that a party is going to be from start to end if you only plan on giving the deal until the wristbands run out. Even looking past that, just treat your customers with respect. The management and the doorman should not be assholes to people spending hundreds of dollars at your establishment. Explain your situation and don't make me feel like a bad person for coming to a bar a little later than when you said the party would start. Also it was about $4 for a coat check and they forced you to check in your coat. I don't think I'll be going back here.

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  • Travis L.

    Dear Maxbar, your DJ tonight doesn't know how to use fade. Please fire him/her and find someone who understands how to adjust the levels. Nearly every time the song would drop the DJ would mute the levels and ruin the vibe. So much potential, especially with the back room. F*c that DJ...

    (2)

  • Genie B.

    I'm only writing a review to tell people to avoid this place. Terrible! I used to live a block away from Max Bar and I swear the only time I would come, is if a friend forced me inside. The people here are godawful. If you love partying with bros and girls that are practically falling over, this is your place. Needless to say, I don't understand why anyone would willingly go here... Oh yeah, there's a $20 cover to experience the madness.

    (1)

  • Henry L.

    Drinks are overpriced and the attractive girl ratio is super low lol Way better bars in the area with hotter girls, better customer service and drinks that are not a rip off !!! Place sucks we left after 5 minutes and 2 of my friends got charged a cover its a bar there should be no cover.

    (1)

  • Zoe A.

    $3 for a bottle of water. Water in a cup should always be free.

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  • Jacob J.

    I miss Blu, it was grungy in comparison but attracted far more kinds of people. Plus for late night it had it's raunchy pluses. You can get the same raunchiness here but only when people are too drunk to stand and your so eager for a piece your willing to dance with anyone. Take this statuesque, 6 foot tall blonde the other night. Hotty totty with a matching body walks in with a dude so tall he has to be a basketball player but instead is one of the bouncers. Extra eye candy on the dance floor means more guys are buying. Music here tends to be whatever is popular, hear some dance music, some popular songs remixed, popular hip hop, some dubstep, etc Later Hotty totty's so drunk she can't even stand on her platform heels and is leaning on her girlfriend who isn't as intoxicated. Hotty totty is doing the worst a woman can do in platform heels, she's standing on her ankles with her feet sideways. So, now she's a bit closer to her normal height. This guy with no playbook and dressed to impress in the finest of "Bee Gees" t-shirt with matching 80's white washed jeans is scopin'. He's adorned in his finest pair of Reeboks and steps to her. He's had some liquid courage and one can tell he's a seasoned sort. This dude is hardcore trying, statuesque hotty totty has beer goggles on so she's totally down. Her friend was a riot, for those people watching I mean. She's pulling her friend's arm, grabbing her hair, pinching her butt trying to get her to come back to reality and realize the guy is not worth the time. But how do we know right.. he might be a great guy, he just chooses to dress like an extra from a Porky's movie. (tha'ts a 80's reference kids, IMDB that shit) Is it fair to down a place because of the people it attracts? Sometimes Max bar can be fun and sometimes it's not. There are a lot of stuck up ass people in here. Each night is different, sometimes there is a bevvy of beauty coming through that entrance, those that hit the happy hour early and just can't go home yet. Other times its teeny bopper hour. You've never seen so many fakes and youngin's. Enough to make a thirty something feel fucking old. Love it or hate it, it's a last stand for decent companionship when the late of the night is beckoning you back home. (I wish I remembered the names of bartenders. There are a couple lovely ladies that tend both front and back bars. They are lovely because of their upbeat attitude, lively personalities and abilities to pour a decent pour. And well, they are attractive as well. For those reasons, you can be thankful. Most times there might be a cover of $5-$10 dollars on the more popular nights. Drink prices can be reasonable if you choose wisely.

    (3)

  • Shawn G.

    Place suck stood in line in the cold 2nite only to be told can't go in with a tattoo on my neck. Keep in mind it's my two kids name's and not big at all, but I guess I didn't look like the type they wanted to let in and i was dress nice... Might of been the race card cause I was young and black.. So thumbs down for this place, first time I was told I couldn't come in for a neck tattoo...

    (1)

  • Kelly S.

    THEY ARE LIARS AND HAVE TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE. I WILL NEVER GO BACK NOR WILL I RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO ANY OF MY FRIENDS. LION HEAD AND THE APT were WAY MORE happening. I went here for my Birthday on a Saturday night. I made reservations for bottle service for $100 a bottle which is BLATANTLY advertised all over the club and on their website, and was also confirmed by Cesar the guy I made reservations with. I got to the club around 12:30 it was so dead they hadn't even opened the back section yet. We got the very front table and Tommy, MR. Too tan Jersey Shore wannabe insisted that bottles were $150 if you only got 1. After arguing with him for about 15 minutes that I made a reservation and no one said there was a 2 bottle minimum I was forced to either go somewhere else or get charged $150 for the bottle PLUS 20% gratuity which ended up being a grand total of $196!!! Because I had friends on their way I gave in. Tommy insisted that all the tables fill up and that's why they have a 2 bottle minimum, THIS NEVER HAPPENED. Well at about 2AM a table next to us ended up getting a bottle and I snatched the receipt to see that they paid a total of $140, so MR. Steroids aka Tommy was a BOLD FACE liar. I went and confronted him and he made up some bullshi* about them having been there longer and blah blah blah. I went and asked the guys because they were hitting on me and my girl all night, and he was like no, we just got here. Long story short, IF YOU WANT TO BE OVERCHARGED FOR BOTTLE SERVICE OVER LIES TOMMY CUPCAKES TELLS YOU MAXBAR IS THE PLACE TO BE.

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  • Catie V.

    I visited Max Bar tonight for a friend's birthday. Before coming in I looked this place up on yelp, and what can i say, the reviews were just....enthralling..... -.- I personally would not have picked to go here on my own, but i love my friend, and whatever, it's not like i'd be chained to the wall for forty years. I prepared to go here like i was preparing to go get a root canal: accepting of the procedure but still generally queasy of what was to come. My first impression of walking in was holy crap this place is tiny. It was like trying to have a dance bar in the closet. Instead of tripping over racks of clothes and shoes, you were tripping over ex frat dudes and super drunk people. The music was "meh", mostly top radio pop/rap songs from 2008. Reliving the glory days perhaps? It was also really loud, and i reiterate that the place was a bread crumb, so it just hurt your ears even more with every beat. The place was packed and some people attempted to dance. I mostly saw some serious head bobs because any sudden movements would have busted an eye or tooth, and the last thing this place needs is a fight. I knew it was going to be a long night, so i was like what the hell..i'm just going to splurge and get an effen vodka mixed drink. It cost me $9 but that vodka is effen good (ba-dum-chhh) and i knew it would be pricey no matter where. The bartender that was responsible for the side of the bar i was waiting in was really slow. I did hear her mention it was her second day on the job, so i forgave her slowness, and did not use this to deduct points. We've all been there i'm sure. The drink she made me though on the other hand was not good at all. I may as well have ordered a "sprite on the rocks" because the vodka was indistinguishable. One could argue that it *was* her first week on the job, but i can argue that it seems like this bar has a reputation of watered down tasteless drinks, so perhaps this is how the staff was trained to make these drinks? shitty? Yeah i would not go here again. It was everything i thought it would be and less.

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  • Super L.

    I am a neighbor of this bar, who has never been to this bar. I just want to say at 4am on a Thursday night aka Friday morning, that the bigger white male bouncer is a BEYOOOOOTCH. Why. as a person who has never been to the bar? I just watched him literally within three minutes from my bedroom window challenge/harass not one but TWO separate patrons all the way from Max Bar, to past friggin Kelsey's. Like in their face, pushing his sh!t up on them so they were walking backwards. This guy is mad about something, and wanted to fight people who could not possibly fight him back. As a bouncer at a bar, that is some unprofessional stuff right there. As a big ass dude challenging little lanky kids, that is straight up disgusting. Talk about testosterone overload. Both these guys were probably like 120 lbs soaking wet. The second guy, who never swung or physically reacted? After not reacting, and getting physically pushed like 100's of feet away... after not reacting, got PUNCHED multiple times in the head by sumo bouncer. This kid was like 90 lbs to the bouncers 250+lbs. And drunk, unable to walk straight even. I am so disgusted by what I just saw. Fair fight, macho guy. I called the cops. That sumo guy is a Grade A B1TCH in my book. By the way, I am the 90lb girl across the street, and I wish this guy would start some sh!t with me. What a pussy.

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  • Cecil S.

    I hate the crowd here, the layout really sucks and just a lot of young drunks pushing against each other, dropping drinks, fights; really pointless to go here unless you're meeting someone and taking them somewhere else. They do have three bars: two on the bottom floor (the front bar is impossible to get a drink on their busy nights, since their stupid layout forces everyone to enter/exit through that narrow walkway) and a bar on the upper floor that's kinda cool to stand above the 'dance floor' which involves a diverse crowd with people sitting on the edges just chilling. Their sofa booths for bottle service are patchy and broken (not always noticeable since it's so dark in there). If you get the table by the DJ Booth, don't expect much service from the bottle service girl. Management here is a joke too.

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  • Christina F.

    Went there last night for a friends birthday. We had a bottle and access to upstairs. Nice place I guess for the area, but I would much rather pay a bit more and be down near Clark/Division area. Music was alright. A lot of old school hip-hop. Not a fan of the crowd there though. They were all a bit too trashy for my liking, but hey, it is a club like atmosphere so I guess that's what you get anywhere. Ordered a bomb special for $4. It tasted good, but I had 3 and didn't feel anything from them so I know they were weak. For the area, its reasonably priced, but I'd rather get a $1 well drink special at the Apartment next door.

    (2)

  • Jackie G.

    Maybe it's my young, bright-eyed optimism. Maybe I'm uninformed about what makes a fun place. Or maybe I'm trashy. I don't think these things are true, but I also don't think this place is as bad as everyone makes it out to be. I've only been here a couple of times but the bar offers some reasonable drink/wristband specials early (on Thursdays, I think). Late in the night, it offers a crowded place to dance. I wouldn't describe Maxbar as awesome, but it's a decent place to go in the area. Don't get me wrong, though. I do agree with some reviews and find the girls dancing in the windows across the street a little trashy.

    (3)

  • Devonne S.

    I love Max Bar! Favorite Bar! Closest to the Jersey Shore without getting wet! BIRTHDAY PARTY! It was my birthday last night and the doorman in front charged me and my friends $5. I figured this was very appropriate seeing as my friends are African Americans so no big deal. My friend Daquon was in a wheelchair but wasn't allowed in. :/ Sorry Daquon. The bouncer explained that the bar doesn't serve people with his disabilty. I was heartbroken but understood. They were going to charge my friend Devonte $10 because he is a homosexual, but after flirting with the doorman he got in. Anyways, then we got inside. Wowy! This place is such a value! The separate but equal rooms were very nice! My boys had to stay in the first room because the back room had a sign forbidding coloreds. I didn't like this policy buy I understood where they were coming from. : / We ended up getting a bottle of watered down Grey Goose for $100! Plus 30% Gratuity! (On the receipt there was an ethnic party surcharge. I'm a quarter Jewish and Cherokee : / ) Where else can you get that kind of value!~ (3 bottle minimum but thats ok cause its my birthday and I am baller!) Heh! I was here to have sexual intercourse in the missionary position for the purpose of procreation so $300 was fine! About halfway through our bottle three plump 45 year old Real Housewives approached me asking if they could have some of my bottle. Seeing as how there were no attractive females around :( I reluctantly let them party with us. After about 20 minuites of partying hard! We were told by the owner that he didn't support the YOLO lifestyle. After saying several ethnic slurs to us he then told us to leave.

    (1)

  • Marc J.

    I used to really dig this place about 3 years ago. But now the only thing to say is that it's TERRIBLE. The drinks are too expensive, the usual female bartender is NOT hot (I thought that was rule #1 of the bar...?) way too crowded at most times and there are WAY more dudes in this place than girls. What's the point? This place has plummeted.

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  • Torry S.

    This place stinks on ice. I just remember paying an arm anda leg cover, arm and leg drink prices, lame music, and receiving terrible service from the bartender. Only reason I came here was because on St. Patrick's day, police shut down the strip on clark in wrigleyville( super later review I know, I procrastinate). I didn't want to leave a tip but the girl I was with felt sorry for the bar. For what? ignoring patrons and forgetting drinks. Seriously, bars need to stop with the ditzy idiotic over-tanned bar staff. Also, it seemed like nobody was having fun even though it was crowded.

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  • Rebecca Z.

    I came here on a Thursday night a little before midnight. Got in easily with no problem. No line. Free. The bouncer even complimented my dress. House music all night. The vibe was great. Lots of white people lol I had a lot of fun and definitely would recommend it.

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  • Amanda B.

    When O'Malley's closed, I headed next door to MaxBar. What a sad excuse for a place that is seemingly billed as a "club" - Dance Factory is there on a certain night of the weekend, so that is the feeling I got when I heard and saw it. The first part is full of wooden benches and a bar, and is a lounge-like area. In the back, there is a tiny dance floor and a bar. There is also an even smaller upstairs part with reserved seating and a bar. Maybe it was VIP? It's really not all that. Nothing special at all. Go across the street to SkyBar.

    (2)

  • Melli Y.

    Max bar plays the type of music I looove to dance to! Mainly music from b96 and kiss fm. and dj took all my requests for music! it was really sweet, a lot of other bars in that area act like total douches and think they're too good to take requests, even though their music blew! Anyway, yes, this place gets so packed after hours, one night I went too early, and too early was about midnight! It was completely dead! But later it became packed and it started bumping. There are a lot of it seems like underage people, also a lot of asian groups which are kind of awkward.... and take a lot of room just to talk and laugh at nothing, also making out on other peoples reserved tables! Yucck no one wants to see that. I like this place and it's a great place to dance!

    (3)

  • Harrison K.

    They charge you 2$ for tap water, but also charge a cover? Bad music, bad service. Typical club vibe, but they can't shake the Lincoln park bar feel.

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  • Meredith B.

    I was never a huge fan of this place to begin with, yet I frequently ended up here at the end of the night, because it's one of like....one place to dance on this block, and it's right by my apartment. BUT. Then they did something bad. Dare I say unforgivable? So, generally speaking, Maxbar is not that fun. Cover is cheaper for women, but it's outlandish for men. Seriously, it's just Lincoln Ave. It's not that fancy. The inside does not reflect the cover charge - it reminds me of "clubs" in a college town with no atmosphere, just hip-hop and drunk people grinding. I will say that it was fun to come here and dance sometimes - but the dance floor doesn't get packed until very late, and I'm old now, so I can't wait up for it. It's also fun to watch frat d-bags hit on fake blonde skanks. And the coat check guy once prank-called my friend at 4 am, which was amazing. So the last time we go to Maxbar, I'm with a big group and we just want to dance. So my boyfriend decides to pay the insane cover charge for his male friends, since he knows they won't want to pay it. So he lays down like, $60. His friends don't follow him - they don't know he paid for them, so they were just like "$15 cover? no way!" and started walking away, leaving us in the bar having paid a cover charge. We immediately noticed that they didn't understand and weren't coming, so we tried to get the bouncer to give us back the money that we JUST handed him. Nope. We explained that he had just paid cover for 3 people that didn't even enter the bar - turns out that money covered 3 random people that we didn't know, who happened to walk in after my boyfriend and me. So he paid $45 for people he didn't know, and they refused to refund it and then ignored us completely. Seriously. What the hell. No semblance of an apology, or even a hint of human decency. Supremely uncool and I won't be back.

    (2)

  • Jelena Z.

    So clearly I'm too old for this bar but my 22-year-old cousin Julie dragged, er, brought me here last weekend. I've never felt better and worse about myself. At least 10 guys made a pass at me. Unfortunately they were also 10 years younger and so inebriated they couldn't even introduce themselves by name let alone pronounce mine. Lots of space here but the design lends to bottlenecks which led to many a spilled drink. On my new dress. Not so happy. But yes, 10 years ago I probably would have loved this spot. Viva la youth.

    (2)

  • Gloria E.

    Max Bar was alright/a-ok when I first got in, but then a few things happened that made it different from every other bar/club/lounge I've ever been to in this city. I started a tab when I walked in, because I don't carry too much cash. After sitting at a table, a server asked if I wanted a drink, and I let her know that I had a tab and asked if I could order my drink from her and have it come off my tab. She didn't hear me, so I shouted it louder, and I pointed to the bar where my tab was. She said it was fine. 10 minutes later, she brings me a bill. I explain to her that I didn't bring cash, and that I told her I had a tab. All of a sudden, she hears me just fine, but she has a dumb oops-my-bad look on her face. She says to me "Well, you can ask your friends to pay for your drink" and then she stood there waiting for me to do so. Yes, I could ask my friends to pay for my drinks, but I'm not going to. If you messed up, you can't just put your mistakes on the group and ask them to pay for me. I handed her a credit card to put it on, problem solved, but she should have gotten it right the first time or fixed the problem some other way. I 'm sure it would have been possible to find my tab and cancel her order, but she probably wanted a tip. Anyways, having to pull out my wallet at all that night while at the table turned into a big mistake. When I put the credit card she charged away, that was the last time I saw my purple wallet. My guess was that since my purse was full of stuff, it may have been too close to the top. I put it down next to me and under one of those blocks on the dance floor so that I could keep an eye on it while dancing, but I think my wallet fell out in that big block on the dance floor. It's dark in there (the block), and I left soon after. I got my tab closed, and I hopped into a cab only realizing close to home that my wallet must have stayed behind. Okay, no need to panic. I called my friends, and it was not at the table, so it must be on the floor by the table or inside that dark block on the dance floor. I came in the next morning (Sunday), and the cleaning staff was there. They had just finished for the day, but I knew where I'd probably find my wallet, and I asked if I could just check those two spots. I was told no, and that I would have to wait until Tuesday at 2. Who tells you that you'll have to wait two more days to come back for your wallet?! Anyways, it wasn't possible. I explain to him that I need my wallet since it's my only mode of transportation (CTA card), and I take CTA to work everyday. He doesn't care. He's not going to let me see if my wallet is where I think it is. I ask if maybe he would mind just looking in the spot I think my wallet may be, and he says he won't. He tells me again to come back Tuesday at 2. I explain to him that I have odd hours at work, and I'll be working all day on Tuesday from 2-11pm. He doesn't care, and he tells me that it's my problem, and I'll have to figure that out myself. So... 1) ditzy server who doesn't listen and bills me for my drink when I had a tab 2) ditzy server who stands there telling my friends to pay for my drinks since I have a tab but no cash for the bill 3)cleaning staff who, after I've already waited a day, refuses to let me see if I left my wallet is in a very specific place, refuses to see for himself if it might be there, and tells me to come back in two days to look around... for the thing that carries MY LIFE in it. This is officially the WORST experience I've ever had at a bar/lounge, and I never did get my wallet.

    (1)

  • janaynay n.

    WHAT IS THIS PLACE?!!! Seriously, after coming here, I think I forgot what real bars and clubs really are because this place ultimately sucks. I do give them props for being the only place open after 2am which brought crowds of people in. 1. DEAD until 1AM...then people show up? 2. Drinks are watered down like no other 3. Bathrooms are DISGUSTING, so hold your piss until you go out unless you are planning to go to apartment..LOL 4. MUSIC SUCKS. omgahhh seriously...I think heard music from the 90s. REALLLYYYYYYYY?!!! i think i heard backstreet boys... 5. SECURITY DO YOUR JOB AND ESCORT CREEPY GUYS WHO LICK PPL. 6. Parking was a bitch. NO VALET? then again usually there is no parking around these areas. 7. who invited the teeny boppers? READ MORE...detailed version ;) Yea so when we got there at 11...we thought there would be people there by now but obviously not. It was so DEAD! Don't plan to show up til after 2am and then that's when you get everyone from the other bars that have nowhere else to go because everywhere is closed. Drinks are crap. You might as well bring a water bottle because that is what they tasted like. Yes..you paid 8 dollars for a shot of water motherlicker. If I were you, I wouldn't waste a cent. As for cleanliness, go to a different bathroom in a different bar because it looks like they never clean these bathrooms. I saw some crusty brown stuff growing on the toilets...pretty gross! AND WHO KEEPS THEIR PAPER TOWELS OUTSIDE!??! no one is going to steal paper towels!?!! so unsanitary. As far as the music go, dump your dj and invest on one that actually plays good tunes instead of boy band crap from the 90s. GET WITH THE PROGRAM. Also, do they pay security to stand there and check ladies out?! jeez...you got one guy that is licking girls..Let me tell you security- THAT'S HARASSMENT...but i guess not because it look like she enjoyed it. [pukkeeeeee] if you are thinking parking is great, think again. it took us at least an hr to find a parking especially in this crazy chicago winter weather. I don't think the place provides valet either because there was no sign. SUCKS. LAST THING- who invited the teeny boppers? maybe since it was so dead...that's all they can invite. Good things- bartenders were nice and opens after 2am. that's IT. you can find better....never want to come here again.

    (2)

  • Kevin C.

    We purchased tickets to Maxbar's NYE party and were sadly disappointed by the service. Normally, this place is a great boutique club, with high energy and exotic lighting, but they don't seem to do big events well. Guests were made to wait in zero degree weather for 45 minutes, as six bouncers huddled around one clipboard, checking guests in one at a time. Once inside, the bar took the position that they would only serve the premium liquor if guests specifically asked for it (even though everyone was paying for top-shelf.) Otherwise, they served well liquor. Guests were first admitted upstairs, only to be kicked out onto an overcrowded dance floor 20 minutes later, by a bouncer saying, "if you don't have a wristband get the f*** out." At midnight, servers did not pass champagne out. They simply left cups at the bar, making it a mad rush for guests to get glasses in time for toasting. At the end of the day, Maxbar is great for a random Thursday after-hours spot. They have yet to master the premium event. Though it's more pricey, there's something to be said for NYE at places like the River East Arts Center, or Navy Pier.

    (1)

  • Donn M.

    I have been here a few times but the most recent was a blast party because I knew the promoter working that Friday night , Rana M. My Girlfriend and I arrived early and were welcomed by a cordial bartender and waitress. There was not cover for us. The bartender was a gentle giant who reminded me of "Brucie" from the game Grand Theft Auto IV. He told us the specials which ranged from $3-$6 and after purchasing a few I tipped well and received a complementary beverage for myself and girlfriend. We did a wristband deal and got great service throughout the night including a VIP table/bottle. The bathrooms were very well maintained and I was happy that they had multiple bathrooms. The bathroom attendant working the lower level had a fairly good recollection of jazz from the jazz era and was fun to talk to. The coat check was $4 and everything checked was returned in proper order. I was dressed like the 1920's but everyone else wore fashionable "going out" attire. I would not recommend coming in sweats. All the bouncers were quite nice to me. The staff were all very organized and made sure no empty drinks were on the main bar. They laughed at my awkward sense of humor and felt I was able to really just let loose and have fun. The dancing really didn't start until around 1 A.M. I would definitely come again. I wish there was a 24hr Chicago Hot Dog diner near by but that is really not this establishments fault.

    (5)

  • Gboogie N.

    This place blows ass! Great looking place, back room is cool...but a bunch of wannabes buyin' OVERPRICED bottles & make shift VIP seating please. Music was okay, I mean college girls & boys we're eating it up. They had flyer's for drinks specials only to find out , oops no they don't! They have a freaking bouncer at the bath room who decides who goes in first even though there is a line he puts you in? Once you get out he grabs your arm & asks for a tip??!!! WTF?! 3 corona's cost me $18 are your kidding me? Never, never again...Ill be sure never to suggest this spot IN THAT area ever

    (1)

  • Jamie H.

    We always have fun dancing. But the DJ who has had the last set the last few Saturdays is mediocre at best. Last week he wouldn't play our requests after saying he would and we were practically the only people on the dance floor. He's full of himself. But we have fun anyways. The crowd is young and a tad diverse with guido wannabes and college students shoulder to shoulder. The staff is pretty nice; if you tip regularly you'll get good drinks and service. The girl who works coat check is really nice, which is key in winter if you're a smoker... if you catch my drift.

    (4)

  • Andrew B.

    This place sucks. Let me count the ways... They have 5-7 "bouncers." They shine flashlights in your face if you are doing something obnoxious, like standing in the aisle. They did this about 20 times over the course of the 3 hours I was there. Not sure who does the hiring here but they all look like they are eager to get home and play World of Warcraft. I opened a tab for 2 drinks. This required my drivers license. My signature, beforehand, on some document. And, get this, my fingerprint! Not kidding. The music was basically the soundtrack to a Night at the Roxbury. There is a well lit stripper pole where hefty girls who have had 3 cosmos too many announce their need for attention to the world. And finally, what kind of lame name is MaxBar? Is this 1985? It reminds me of Max Headroom. That being said, a bar entirely devoted to Max Headroom or PIzza the Hut would be far preferable to this characterless mess.

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  • Nick A.

    If you like a sausage-fest of over-served 20 year olds, this is definitely your place. I mean, all bars are sausage fests. I understand that. We're guys. We drink. That's what we do. But this place was particularly bad. I mean when the women in your group are commenting that the place is creepy because there are so many drunk guys and no women, it's definitely a sausage fest. We arrived just after 11pm and got charged the $5 cover, despite the fact they hadn't even opened the back dance room yet. Our waitress was ditzy and MIA for nearly 45min to 1 hour at one point in the night. Oh no wait, she wasn't MIA...she was in action. On the dancefloor. My very large bill was not itemized. Hopefully I only paid for what I ordered, but I wouldn't I know. The music was somewhat decent from 11:30-12:30 when the dj played a couple songs he probably liked. At around 1am it turned into hip-hop, pop, top 40 crap. The place was entirely empty from about 11:30-2am. That was the best part of the night. Then (as expected because it is a 4am or 5am? bar) at around 2am the bar fills with the inebriated sausage. Not so much fun after that. The only reason this is a 2 and not a 1 star review is that paying $5-$10 for a pseudo club atmosphere in LP is much better deal than paying $20-$25 at a downtown mega club or "ultra exclusive" lounge. Upside: Not pretentious and if you have a group that must dance, it fits the bill. Downside: You've already read it.

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  • Wayne C.

    DO NOT go here. This place is awful. The whole Lincoln/Fullerton/Halsted thing isn't really my thing but I can get down at a few bars up there if need be. The prices are ridiculous. $8 for a watered down Captian & Diet. Ugh. The staff was fairly rude. And the people were out of control. Not so-drunk-I-can't-walk out of control but OMG-I-think-I'm-the-hottest-shit-to-enter-this-­place out of control. No, thank you. If you're a regular guy in a striped button-down looking to jones on some regular girls in club shirts, hit this place up. If you're just a regular guy or a regular girl, skip it. Stay home and play ASSHOLE.

    (1)

  • Samantha K.

    BOO!! I was so disappointed! It may have been because me and a few friends went a little too early. It seems more like a late night bar. There was a birthday going on so no one was allowed any further back where the fun part of the place is. I've never been so bored at a bar.. ever! I love amaretto sour and whiskey sour.. pretty much anything with the word sour in it.. to my disappointment, they didn't have it! They didn't have anything, but wine, gin and tonic, washington apple shots and a few other lame drinks. UGH. The bartenders were nice. Tiny ass bar though. A couple TVs with stupid music videos with half naked people grinding on each other and a "rapper" rapping about bitches and hoes and slapping them around. COOL! Not.. I gave them two stars because the bouncer up front is the best. I think his name is spider or something. Parking was a bitch.. On the way back to my car was hell. We were all so drunk and couldn't locate my car. For some reason we parked really far. We walked around the neighborhood (picture one person barefoot.. stumbling everywhere unable to walk for the life of her.) for a good hour. It was ridiculous. Prolly not going back anytime soon.. But I'll give you another chance eventually, Maxbar. D+.

    (2)

  • Alissa S.

    My friends and I made table reservations here on a Saturday night. Our waitress took care of us, but she was a little heavy-handed with the drink recommendations, talking some of my more timid friends into drinks they didn't want and didn't like. The music didn't get good until about 1:30, which was a shame -- by that time, we were bored and almost ready to go. We ended up staying a while longer and made it out to the dance floor once or twice, but it was a pretty disappointing experience overall. The best part was watching the bartender in the back bar dance wildly to the thumping techno music played earlier in the evening, but it wasn't entertaining enough to lure me back.

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  • Jonathan K.

    This place is discretely cool. It's a pretty simple looking bar up front, but if you make your way to the back, they have a pretty decent dance area. Dark walls give it style back here, and they have a couple loft areas you can chill too, that was real cool. just wondering where the people were, it was kind of dead but i guess it might have been a little early.

    (4)

  • Lindsey S.

    My friends and I were here on New Year's Eve so that might skew my review a little, but I really liked MaxBar and am definitely planning on coming back. Our tickets were only $65 for a premium open bar from 9-1, which was much, much cheaper than most of the other options I looked into, and we stood in line for less than 5 minutes, which was nice considering I noticed long lines at all of the other bars we passed that night. All three of the guys working at the door were friendly and attitude-free, as were all of the bartenders, despite the fact that the place was packed with people pushing and shoving to drink their $65 worth. They allowed us to order as many drinks as we wanted at a time and even though they weren't super strong, it was fairly easy to get alcohol all night. I particularly liked the fact that this place is totally different from the rest of the bars in the neighborhood; it feels more like a small club then a bar. The inside is very dark, but in a good way. The front room has a long mahogany bar and a few tables, including one that has a huge u-shaped bench and looks right out onto Lincoln Ave - definitely the place to sit if you can swing it. The second room has another bar and a small dancefloor, although not many people were actually dancing. I thought the music they played was great - sort of a techno mix of popular songs, but nothing too, shall we say "get your glow sticks out." There was an upstairs area as well, but I never made it. The crowd was pretty decent as well, everyone was dressed very nicely - lots of suits and dresses, but again it was New Year's so I can't speak to how it is on a normal night. But I did note with some pleasure that it was definitely a slightly older and more mature crowd than is typical in Lincoln Park. All in all I would recommend this place if you don't feel quite up to going downtown but want to dance and avoid the rest of the drunken mess on Lincoln Ave. UPDATE (2/1/07): Knocked it down to three stars. I went back here on a regular night and really did not care for this place. It was a complete meat market. I have never been hit on by so many unsavory characters in my life, and the worst part is, the guys here actually acted totally indignant if I wasn't responsive. I'm never rude or dismissive to guys in bars, but if I want to hang out with my girlfriends and not talk to some random dude, that's my perogative and I don't feel like I should have to explain myself. Don't think I will be coming back here anytime soon -- too bad it seemed to have such potential.

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  • Elizabeth A.

    There is absolutely nothing special about this place, it's a bar with a dance floor. Woot! We went on a night where they served well-drinks for free for a certain time period but there's a reason they were free, they sucked. My cranberry and vodka was more like watery cranberry juice. Although we did later spend a pretty penny on drinks and it curbed or buzzing need to feel...buzzed. The one thing that really pissed me off about this bar was the little blonde chick tending bar with her push-up bra hoisting up her B's. I had been at the bar for about 3 minutes and made my presence and desire for a drink well-known to her...well when she finally decided to officially acknowledge me, a group of 3 guys walked up to the bar. Although I was standing there for probably 7 minutes now, she decided to serve them before me instead (I assume she thought they'd tip more). Wow! Thanks! Those guys did NOT tip her (at all) and thanks to her rude service I decided to put my tip away as well.

    (3)

  • Eliot D.

    I was walking down whatever street MaxBar is on, and I asked some guy standing outside another bar, "Which way to MaxBar?" He pointed me in the right direction, then informed me that the bar he was standing outside of had $1 high life drafts. Some other guys that overheard me ask said, "Your going dressed like that?" So I said, "Oh, its like that?" He replied "...Ya, its that kind of place." I was only going to meet some friends, then hopefully go somewhere else, so I can tell you that I was walking into this expecting a crappy experience. So I finally found the place, and walked in. Some huge bald bouncer (I hate those guys) was standing at a podium just inside the door. He just shouted out in some belligerent grumble (read this in a funny voice), "ughh, its ten dollers!" I replied, "For real, man? Its elbow to elbow, tiny, I don't like the music, and I'm just trying to meet some friends so I can take off. Could I just walk in and grab them please?" Judging by his response (use your imagination), that was not an acceptable request. I didn't respond. Instead, I just tapped my friend on the shoulder (the one I came with), pointed at the door, and we walked out and went to the place with the $1 high life drafts. Further, I apologized for suggesting to him that we go to a place like that even to meet up with someone for 30 seconds. I'm not usually this harsh with my reviews, but the place was small, overly- swanky, had a crappy bouncer, and looked like more of a chill bar that was blasting techno music at an excessively loud volume.... No thanks.

    (2)

  • Nita H.

    First of all...Why people want to give maxbar such a bad rep...I don't really understand..I went to maxbar last year for my bithday(Feliz Cumpleanoz) to me!! I didn't even plan my b-day there...the waitress that waited on us was so nice ...The bar tender even gave us bacardi o shots and I didn't even tell him it was my b-day...lastly for the people who give the guys at the (banos) a hard time ...JUST STOP ...u don't have to give a tip....It's just courteous.. If you didn't notice the adorable baby pictures ..or even if you don't care...just understand they are not out to get you ....They are just trying to make a living just like me and you ! Yes .. the crowd was a bit young but i wasn't there to look at them ...I was just there to have good time ....and that we did!!!SO LET'S ALL DRINK/ DID I SAY DRINK ... BE HAPPY AND HAVE A GOOD TIME...The manager Ceasar is cool as well!!! =) This truely is a cool place w/ good people ...Having my bday there this year V.I.P good times!!!

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  • Missy M.

    I am strictly going to comment on their private party accommodations. I helped throw an after-party for a wedding here and they were awesome!! We reserved the loft space above the dance floor. The MaxBar staff was killer! They got the Bride and Groom up on the bar at the end of the night and they also threw a little dance party of their own for all the guests. I think they made out really well in tips that night. Also, they let us order pizza and bring it upstairs for all the guests. When our limo pulled up to take everyone home they were all having so much fun it was hard to pry them away from the dance floor. Also, they had one server especially designated to make sure the Bride & Groom's champagne glass was always full! Great service and a great time. I wouldn't hesitate to throw a private party here again.

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  • Andrey S.

    I used to hate MaxBar with a passion. But that was last year. I'm a huge fan, mostly because they are the only bar on the street that stays open till 4am. Again, I'm 21 so i suppose i can't pretend to be as sophisticated as some other yelpers, but when I go out to lincoln park with friends i look to get drunk and have a good time. When o'malleys or any other place closes at 2am, we head right here to finish off our night strong. The drink prices are about average, and the music is usually pretty good. B96 has been DJing here on the weekends lately, makes for a better crowd. Yes, sometimes its crowded. But if you're going here, you shouldn't exactly be afraid of big crowds. Its a packed 4am bar!

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  • Andrea R.

    I had never even heard of Maxbar until my friends invited me to a party here last night. When I got there I realized it was in the old Blu location, but it definitely looks a lot different. It's a pretty chill bar in comparison to the other bars in this area. I wasn't overly impressed and probably wouldn't go back. I ended up leaving the bar to go somewhere else, but one of my friends stayed for the rest of the night and had an awful experience there. Apparently the staff cursed at all of the patrons and was extremely hostile. Based on my own experience and definitely hers as well I'd probably stay away from Maxbar.

    (1)

  • Mike W.

    My first impression was that I hate paying cover anywhere (except for maybe Vegas), and this little bar in Chicago was charging $10 for men. However, I was with a birthday group so I ponied up the cash and discovered a nice bar playing great music that wasn't too packed. We ended up dancing there for a fwe hours and had a great time. Keep in mind, this review is highly dependent on the friends you are with (dancers or no?) and the deejay for the night - pop v. hip hop v. house (I like the first two, and they were played in abundance).

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  • Kim C.

    Don't think I've ever made it here sober--this place seems to close later than the other Lincoln Park joints, so we always go here after we've already been somewhere else. As far the space goes, it has a large back room for dancing--the key is to talk your way in there without paying the cover ;) Our school had our Halloween party there and had the upper balcony space to ourselves, which was a lot of fun. Strong drinks at reasonable prices!

    (4)

  • Liz P.

    What do you say about a bar who's best asset is its bathroom staff? They are most definetly the realest people inside the establishment. The former bathroom attendent steadily gave me and my friends relationship advice (as well as free cigarettes and lolipops)...the newest bathroom attendent said my best friend looked just like her ex-girl friend from the joint, for that alone I will forever love her. As far as everyone else in this place...its like Joey from the real world multiplied and shared his hair grease and styling tips with the patrons of Max Bar....or if Chicago had a New Jeresy, the entire state would be at Max Bar... But moving on, the music here is dreadful. I think it may be the only place in the city that plays Backstreet Boy and Aqua music videos at the front bar. The back room is another world unto itself. It is a suto euro trashball night club, which entails terrrible techno remixes of quality songs. The crowd back there is even....special..er.....once I saw a fat man in his fifties cuddled up with his much younger and much more attractive, (and for lack of a better term) concubine...and I swear if I run into one more Ne-Yo wanna be..... The bar does have potential though, the actual lay out and atmosphere itself is cool, but between the crowd and the music, I do not find myself returning to Max Bar. I may go one more time to say good bye to my bathroom girl, or have one last glimmer of hope that I will hear some Lil Wayne, but I can only dream and for now will have to continue to hear "Barbie Girl" and wretched techno whilst being immersed into Chicago's bridge and tunnel crowd....

    (2)

  • sarah r.

    the second star is for the bathroom attendant who thought I was hilarious. so she gets her very own star, she would get five if this was a review just of her, so my max bar experience I went with a buddy of mine, whose friend had bottle service and we stopped by just to say hi cause it was the kids birthday. Here I am in my big chrome bag, my jeans that I had gotten caught in my chain and ripped up the leg, leather jacked, hair like I'd just gotten of my bike ext. So we got in for free although there was a cover, cause of the kid with the bottle service, everyone kinda looked at us at first, but whatever then one of the guys starts telling me i "have to drink this Dom" like I should be impressed by his expensive bottle of champaign, I drank half the thing and handed it back to him The waitress was smart, not wearing much clothes, making lots of money, but guys kept grabbing at her, it was kind of gross to watch. So I went to the bathroom, looking all grungy and there are all these chicks and the bathroom attendant looks down at my jeans and says "oh hunny are you ok?" I said yeah, I could use a safety pin but a girls gotta make do and my bike and I got in a fight and the bike won, shes laughing at me and hands me a safety pin, I said thank you but I had no money and handed it back, she said hunny you don have to tip me, and winked at me I think she just got a kick out of my disheveled but respectful demeanor The other girls were all looking at me like annoyed out of their mind at myself The truth is this place is alright, and these are probably the people that post one star at Estelle's, I'm just saying this place tries really hard to be what some places just naturally are, when I want a classy drink I hit up the violet hour, cause the experience is classy. This was a lot of money for a cheap experience

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  • Sarah F.

    I hate hate hate this place. I specifically logged into yelp this morning so I could rate this place (even though I'm not sure people check yelp before going to bars). I'd been to this place once before, but it was new years a few years back. This place was JAM-PACKED, like I'm sure there was some kind of fire code violation. It was the kind of crowd that you expect on new years, not some random Saturday..the kind of crowd you have to hold onto the girl infront of you, not because you think it's cute, but because you'll seriously lose them and never see them again. Also, I'm pretty sure my waitress had no idea that there is a difference between soda and tonic...consequently my gin and tonics tasted disgusting all night, despite the fact that I mentioned to her that her "tonic" tasted like flat soda...hint hint. I'll admit that this probably wasn't intended to be my scene, perhaps I'm "old " at 23...I'd say the average age in there was 20.5. Needless to say I won't be going back.

    (1)

  • Niki C.

    I was only here once --- for the Grand Opening. Definitely a step up decor-wise than its predecessors (Blu & Bamboo Bernie's). The guy bartender downstairs was nothing but awesome. He really took care of us. The girls were a little ... how do you say? ... "i'm working here so i can save up enough money to go somewhere else late night" impersonal. I thought the dress code enforcement a little odd ... I was wearing a t-shirt & jeans, there was a guy in there in ripped up jeans, a plaid flannel shirt with the sleeves cut off at the shoulders, a raggedy old baseball hat, other people were more dressed up, some less, but they insisted that my bf couldn't come in because his shirt didn't have a collar. Seriously? We went to the back bar (once they opened it up) & hung out upstairs. That was pretty fun ... the bouncer dude was a hoot, but the bartender double charged our credit card. Not cool. Can you see why I give it three stars? I just don't know if this is a place I love or hate....

    (3)

  • Harlequin L.

    Yea I only give this place a 1. I dont think I have danced with anyone at this bar. I mean I dont know what else to say other then if I ever want to go, my polidh friend has V.I.P to the up stairs area

    (1)

  • Leang E.

    I can't believe that this use to be the old Blu. I liked that place more than this one. We did get in for free and didn't really have to wait in line because a couple of the guys we were with worked for a large wine distribution company. The place was crowded and the music wasn't my taste. I hate the way they have the bathroom set up on the first floor. You have to wait in one line where the attendant checks the bathroom every single time someone leaves so you have to wait for them when you have to pee so bad and they just make the line longer. This enables people to cut if they tip the attendants, too. It really irked me while I was waiting longer than this guy, and did exactly that. Anyways, we were fortunate to find a seating area to chill and drink. We finally left after one of our friends was pretty drunk. It was an alright spot, I don't think I'd be one to choose this place to go to. We didn't get to check out the upstairs or the downstairs, but I'm not sure I'd be impressed. It seems a little much for Lincoln Park...

    (2)

  • Joseph J.

    this place will never get a penny from me ever again. they denied me entrance because I was wearing jack purcell's. then a guy wearing the same shoes walled out of the bar, and another guy wearing similar shoes was let in. whatever, if you don't want my patronage, i'll spend my money elsewhere.

    (1)

  • Haley L.

    Went there last night for my boyfriend's and another friend's birthday party and it was one of my least favorite bars not just in the city, but that I have ever been to. We had an all you can drink from 9-12 for 25 dollars, but they don't take cards at the door, so they told us to go across the street for the atm when I saw later they had one inside. (they just didn't want to let us in without paying) They handed everyone 4 tickets at the door when you paid and they would not give you more, lame. We had the upstairs VIP area, but there wouldn't take us upstairs until we had 30 people. So we finally had over 30 and then they told us we had to all get in line again so we all could get wristbands to be able to get upstairs. When we finally did it was almost 10. We all assumed since it was only our party allowed upstairs that we didn't need tickets anymore to get drinks, especially because there wasn't a drink limit...not true. So we had to go downstairs to the front of the bar and wait while the bouncer was checking id's before he gave us more tickets. What is the point of bracelets and tickets! One bartender told me that they have never done this before and how she even thought it made no sense. Whats worse is that all the bartenders measure the shot (and that is singular, shot) that they poured in the drinks. I have never seen a bar so stingy! So at 12:05 a bouncer comes upstairs and tells us (there were 3 cubicles) in in the middle booth, like 10 of us, that we had to get up right now, it is reserved for someone else. He was rude, shined his flashlight in all of our eyes, wouldn't let us finish our drinks. Then I saw that they had brought up the people who had the table reserved after us without letting us get up, move all our jackets, purses, drinks and cleaning up after us, really unprofessional. So the group had to stand there while we were rudely forced out of our table without any notice. Then the bouncer pushed me out of the way to get to the new clients. Hated this place, will never go back. They only have one women's and men's bathroom (one stall) so the line was always outrageous. The bathroom attendant stood outside both and danced like she was having seizers. We spent at least 800 dollars there and we treated very poorly, crappy weak drinks, only 2 domestic beer choices, crappy techno music, had to constantly go up and down the stairs to get tickets, forced out without notice. The only reason they have one star is because they do have a lot of good looking guys.

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  • Peetle E.

    One of the most horrific experiences I've had in the city - don't even think of wasting a w/e night here if: you don't wanna be squezzed by zillion drunk people and barely move your arm; you normally start cursing out the DJ and throw yourself out when you hear Christina Aguilera songs; you are not interested in a bunch of drunk guys spilling their beers all over your outfit; you are not naturally attracted to guys who are supposedly dressed up but all wasted, looking for a girl to hit on with a stupid pick-up line; you hate it when there are neon flashy lights from 80's on the dance area - and cherry on top - you pay cover for this nonsense!

    (1)

  • Alina M.

    All the guys look like drug addicts. Stay away from the stripper pole. Maxbar also solicits trying to stamp you when you are waiting for a cab after other bars.

    (1)

  • Laura G.

    Max bar is okay, but for a dance bar I expected more than 10 people dancing at 2:00 Am when all the other bars close in the area. Also, I don't see why there is a $5 cover for girls and $10 for guys. My guy friends didn't want to pay $10 to get in so they left. Since it's open past 2, there aren't a lot of other choices in Lincoln Park.

    (2)

  • Joe P.

    I am a little biased here because I miss Blu. Blu used to be one of my favorite bars in the city at 3 in the morning when I was too drunk to go to sleep. MaxBar has a cool feel to it. The whole wood motif is classy and the staff is pretty nice. The drinks were actually more reasonably priced than I expected too. Still, doesn't live up to the space it took.

    (3)

  • Jody C.

    I am not a fan of Maxbar! There is no reason to have to pay cover at 3 o'clock in the morning. I've been there mostly just to continue drinking and not dance, but when i did venture into the back the music was terrible. There are much better 4 am dance bars. Not a horrible place to go once the other bars close and sit in the front room. However, they are really werid about letting you sit at the tables. Two times we were allowed to sit, two other times they said the tables were for bottle service only but no one was actually using them. Way too much attitude for Lincoln Park!

    (2)

  • Angela B.

    MaxBar is OK. The staff has been great the few times I've been there and it's easy enough to get served despite being really crowded. The music is good but the crowd is a little iffy - younger and usually blacked out drunk, it seems.

    (3)

  • Alex W.

    After much research I decided to go to Max Bar for my 21st birthday. I never went to the old Blu so I have nothing to compare it to but I had a great time. My party of 15 had open bar from 10-midnight for $20 (I didn't have to pay), I got a free bottle of champagne and we got a huge table right in front. We moved to the back dance area once it started to get crowded around 1am. The bar is open until 5 so once the neighboring bars close between 2-3 it gets really bumping. The drink prices were reasonable, the music good, and the pizza place next store-very clutch.

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  • Kari S.

    The interior is all mahogany giving the bar a rich feel, and the set up is great for small groups of friends. The martini list was extensive, however my martini was just a bit too strong, if possible. I could barely finish it and was wincing while drinking, but maybe that's just the lightweight drinker in me. Its a nice alternative to the other Lincoln Ave bars.

    (3)

  • Shannon S.

    Maxbar is actually what used to be called Blu. The owners totally redid the inside of this place. There are 3 areas to go to. The back bars don't open until 10. Our server was very good, always on top of coming back to ask us if we wanted more drinks. The place didn't get too crowded. I believe there is a cover if you get there after midnight. They had good music going the whole night. Worth checking out.

    (4)

  • Linda N.

    came here last night....this place is definitely lame before 2am. there was barely anyone there, the music sucked, no one was dancing. the only good thing was the $15 open bar deal from 10-12am (someone set it up for a birthday). do yourself a favor and go party somewhere else first and then hit this place up when you still want to party and have nowhere else to go at 2am.

    (2)

  • NEESH N.

    first off this is probably the worst place i have been to!!! the owners are complete ass holes and are rude. everything at this place sucks. on top of this horrible night the stupid coat lady gave my expensive coat to somebody else maybe she shouldnt have been knockin drinks back with her drunk ass! the owners acted like they didnt give a fuck and it was my problem. im pretty sure there racist and if thats how they talk to ladys they seriously need to get there shit together. i do not recommend this place to anybody wat a buzz kill!

    (1)

  • Jen C.

    This is such a strange place... the space is really cool -- pub/lounge in front and dance floor in back, so it's a good place to meet with groups of friends, because there's something for everyone. But, as someone else said, the staff is "unnecessarily pretentious." It really seems like everyone that works there tries way too hard to be "cool" -- if they'd just loosen up a bit, this could be a really neat place.

    (2)

  • Kara M.

    this place should change it's name to minbar cuz clearly they aim low. the music consists of songs that I have never, ever heard in my life and the lincoln park denizen were in full display and they put on their best douche act... the drinks were absolutely terrible and i have never been a snobby drinker but the $9 whiskey sour was sooo bad i took it back to the bar...now, to put things into perspective my college nickname was Drink Alone Malone...so that should tell you something about how i roll, I never give up hooch but my God this was the worst drink i've had since Aristocrat first touched my lips...the only good things about this bar had nothing to do with thte place itself. my school took over it so i got to hang out with my friends and the only other good thing that happened was that a cute chick hit on me but the sad part is that i didn't even realize it among all the other fuckery taking place...damn you maxbar for stealing my one joy...

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  • Peter H.

    the old Blu...went there recently after hittin up a few bars/lounges...not gonna lie, i kind of enjoyed myself...if you're in the mood for dancin and the loud oomz oomz music, this place is for you, i hate paying cover at places, but if it's what you're in the mood for, hit it up

    (3)

  • Heather M.

    I'll throw out a couple of Caveats (1- I'm from NY, not Chi) and then let you decide. I went on a Saturday night for a party (2- thrown by a local grad school.) When I walked in, I was shocked that they picked such a tiny dive bar... then I saw the back. It's a ridiculous smoke machine, laser light, bottle service upstairs club. Snooki and the Sitch would be right at home if they played house, and not ridiculous (and awesome!) pop music all night. From 10 til about 1ish, the bar was really just people from our program, so I'm guessing it's normally either dead during those hours, or full of groups like ours. At around 1, lots of college-aged looking kids (I'm told mostly from DePaul) started showing up and the place got crowded in the course of about 10 minutes. I'm told this is normal for this place. Overall, if you're with a huge group of friends and you want to dance your face off, this is your place. Probably GREAT for birthdays. There was an emcee from a radio station (Kiss?) and he was reaaaaaaaally chatty and trying to keep the party going by shouting out all the birthday girls and groups that were there. Tip: When you order a mixed drink, make sure you say well if you want it. The default for the bartenders is call (kidding me with that?) and they charge $8, as opposed to $6 for the call. Have fun!!!

    (4)

  • Kelly W.

    Max Bar is hit or miss. Hit: -The music on SOME Saturday nights. A good mix of old and new school Pop/R&B -The venue itself is pretty large with an upstairs and three central areas to dwell -No cover if you go before a certain time -The pizza place next door open equally as late to have an after-bar meal Miss: -The drinks are pretty high considering the amount of water in them. No joke. SO def pregame if you are gonna go. -The crowd is a mix of college-aged people who are sometimes obnoxiously wasted -Seem to 'profile' certain people who try to get in. (Happened to me and a group of friends bc one was wearing gym shoes) -The lines for the bathroom are always long, esp. as it starts to get crowded In all, I have had really good/fun times there with friends all the way until 5AM! But there are also those really annoying, ready to leave or smack a teeny-bopper-on-the-head memories of this place. If you want to have a for sure good time out, this is probably not the place.

    (3)

  • Alyssa M.

    Horrible place! My friend had her birthday party there upstairs. First of all, listen to what people say on these reviews! The crowd is very small and we didn't care to stick around to watch it build. The drinks SUCK! I was drinking malibu which was mixed with shitty pineapple juice and hardly any malibu. Then we had shots of patron, which were not strong and tasted like they had mixed water in with it. I don't know how much drinks were since we got wristbands, but I wouldn't have ordered anymore if I was paying cash. Then the music. Bad is all I have to say! A lot of old stuff that nobody wanted to hear! Besides all that, it was obnoxiously loud! The tiny room upstairs had at least 6 speaks, so being able to say happy birthday to my friend was out of the question. Horrible and I will NEVER go back.

    (1)

  • Damian C.

    I spent twenty minutes in line with a buttload of college kids with fake IDs to get in this place last night for a party. And while the interior was pretty swanky, the scene was pretty typical. Silly blonde girls falling over in their stilettos tipping their martini glasses everywhere. Guys drenched in cologne and hair gel looking like they just walked out of an Express ad. The DJ pumping out remixes to every Top 40 song on the radio. The bartenders were bruised and battered while all the youngins worked them to the bone. I pounded more beers than I could handle and, while I was having a great time with my friends, couldn't wait until the party ended at 1. Thank you Maxbar for making me realize I am closer to 30 than 20.

    (2)

  • Irineo B.

    Very nice and diverse group of people.

    (5)

  • Scott A.

    10PM Friday night. Very few people in the place. Ordered two Manhattan's. Bartender did not know how to make. She asked manager. Manager made them but not correctly. We told them it's just bourbon, sweet vermouth, maybe bitters. They couldn't find sweet vermouth. We said, just bourbon on the rocks with a twist. The bartender said, "You guys are asking for way too much. We don't have twists." We said okay. She made bourbon on rocks in plastic glasses. Ran my credit card. Charge was $32. Not going back.

    (1)

  • Leah B.

    I went here this past weekend with a fellow coworker and a group of friends...keep in mind, we are bartenders as well. At first I was having fun. We were ordering drinks, laughing, etc. The other girl I was with, ordered a couple shots for our group to which the bartender serving us said "can you buy one for me??" Part jokingly/part serious, she replied "no." I've never been to a bar where the bartenders etiquette was so bad, that they asked for shots from customers. A few minutes later, we went back to the bar, ordered 3 O-bombs and cashed out (buying one of the shots for that same bartender). I figured out he charged me $18 for it. I gave him an extra $5 as a tip. I later find out from another bartender that the specials of the night are any bomb for $5. So not only did this guy overcharge me and cash me out , adding his tip to the total...he didn't flinch when I tipped him well. I definitely don't think I will be back to this place.

    (1)

  • Mindy S.

    Maxbar is a great place to go if you want a dance club without going to River North and without paying a huge cover. It is as simple as that. Expect drink prices as you would get at other clubs, expect the same kind of music, expect a little younger crowd, expect a little higher coat check charge - and you won't be disappointed. For those who don't club in Chicago and are surprised that it doesn't get busy until 1am, the general rule is that late bars & clubs (open until 4am Fridays/5am Saturdays) do not tend to get busy until about that time.

    (4)

  • Robert O.

    This place isn't bad for a late bar to finish the night off. Just be careful at the bars cause when I ordered drinks and they told me one price for the total but ended charging me a dollar more on my card thinking I woulnt notice, sad thing is they did it at all three bars.

    (2)

  • Vi N.

    Oh, Maxbar. What else can I say? So many great memories here. Word of advice: you must come here with your group of friends because it will not be fun otherwise. The bar is always filled with euro creepy guys who will try to cop a feel as you walk past. Gross, I know. The drinks are extremely expensive. So drink up elsewhere before settling into Maxbar. Thursday nights are fun- at least for me. Depending on who's working the DJ booth- the music was always great. The place gets crowded around 2am. Since it's the only bar/ club-ish scene opened until 4am in Lincoln Park. Grab a dance partner and dance the night away. I originally gave it three stars, but let's add another star because my friends and I always got in for free because we "knew" the bouncer. Woooo!

    (4)

  • Matt M.

    This place is filled with underage drinkers, staff that bumps into you and tries to pick a fight, overpriced drinks, and really creepy old men. O yea, mandatory coat check for $4 and a $10 cover.....just go to River North.

    (1)

  • Aaron N.

    If you're looking for a good after hours bar....MaxBar is just OK. Normally when I stumble in this place, it's so packed and loud that I just want to go home.....but it's open till 4. A bright spot of this bar is that the music is bumping and everyone is usually having a good time (or just dancing awkwardly). Overall, it's an OK place to go after hours and if you're looking for a loud and outrageous time, MaxBar is it.

    (2)

  • Q D.

    I would give this place a 5 because of the bartenders and music but there was a bouncer named Mike who refused to let two sober guys in, I asked another bouncer why and he said because he's not a social guy, I can care less if you're social or not, treat people with respect. I asked the guy how his night was and offered to shake his hand he refused which is very disrespectful to a customer who comes to a bar quite often. They should fire him because of the rude demeanor and disrespect to customers. A bouncer should not be above the experience of the bar. And I'm typing this at the moment so I'm not intoxicated. Thank you, enjoy this place for the music and bartenders but not the bouncer mike

    (4)

  • Reid G.

    This place is the definition of trash. I would not suggest this bar to anyone not really intoxicated and looking for loud music. Most the people there are probably underaged and sticking to groups. Going here before 2 AM is worthless if you decide to go. Its simple a dead bar. After the other 2 AM bars close everyone converges here and you feel like being in a crowded war zone with over priced drinks. Place is not worth, if you want a good 4 AM experience go somewhere else

    (2)

  • Emily K.

    Ok where to start with MaxBar, Let it be Known that i have fun at maxbar... However, Drinks are too expensive it doesn't get busy until late... like 1am maybe (we got there 11ish and were the only people there) The DJ repeated a bunch of songs They have like fog or something in there, which is weird and hurt my eyes... The crowd is a litttttle weird and a lotttt young (but we're in lincoln park so, understandable) But, its an okay bar for after hours...

    (2)

  • Sarah L.

    I came here for a friend's birthday party and it is absolutely nothing special. Their wristband deal - $30 for well drinks (rum, tequila, vodka and gin) and beer (Bud Light, Coors Light, and PBR) from 11-2 - was okay. We had a booth reserved for us and got a bottle of champagne, which was nice enough. But the bartenders and several of the waitstaff were surly, and the security guards were super rude. Even worse than that was the music. "Julian" from B96 was there and I could have done without him. I love Lady Gaga as much as the next girl, but I didn't need to hear "Bad Romance" 3 times in one night. This place was moderately full for the first few hours we were there, and that was comfortable. But around 1:15 or 1:30, a tidal wave of people came rushing in and made it impossible to move without bumping into someone or, god forbid, stepping on someone's toe through their open-toed stilettos. This is when the waitstaff/bartenders/security guards got really salty, and I can't say I blame them, though I do think they could have handled it better. We got out of there quickly after it was overrun, but the experience up until that point was completely lackluster. I would have been glad to pay $30 for far fewer drinks and a better experience somewhere else.

    (2)

  • Beckster R.

    Came here after Skybar one night.....free to get in because my friend talked sweet to the bouncer....score! Inside, music was great, crowd was nice and friendly...ran into my brother and friend's. Oh and did I mention $5 tall cans of PBR?....'nuff said

    (3)

  • Rosanne B.

    My hubby and I sat in a booth across from the bathrooms and noticed something very strange...The bathrooms were locked! A man was there unlocking the bathrooms for people. After a person would get out of the bathroom the man would grabbed them and demand a tip. "A TIP!!" "FOR WHAT?" To use the bathroom??? What kind of place is this? There was no cover to get in the bar, but you have to pay a cover to use their bathroom! What a joke! That turned us off...probably won't be coming back.

    (1)

  • Cheech M.

    I've been here a couple of times. The first time was okay, the most recent was terrible. My two friends and I went here on a Friday night for a birthday party. Once inside, we realized that the rest of our friends weren't there yet, so we decided to step out for a little bit. We went to Lion's Head and O'Malley's, and came back within twenty minutes. Upon our attempt to re-enter, the bouncer said that he couldn't let us in because my friend and I weren't adhering to the dress code (I get it, we were wearing hats and sneakers), although, why were we let in in the first place? The two of us left, letting our third friend go in without us. As we were walking to 7-11, our third friend, who was wearing a button up, jeans, and dress shoes, caught up to us and said he was rejected as well; the bouncer said he wasn't dressed correctly. How does that make sense? When we were waiting in line previously, guys in front and behind us were wearing the exact same thing, and got in. The birthday boy then came out to try and get him in, but our friend was once again rejected because they wouldn't let him in without paying the $25 wristband price. Forget Maxbar.

    (1)

  • J R.

    I have been here twice and it has sucked horribly each time. The only reason I ever went was due to the after hour closing time. It is full of teeny boppers with fake ID's and fresh 21 year old DePaul students. The drinks are terrible and the bartenders refuse to give cups of water. They try to charge you $4 for a bottled water---ridiculous. The fact that they have cover cracks me up as well. Nice try thinking you're a club MaxBar but you are far from it. The other thing I can't stand is the bathrooms. It is in the middle of the main room and there is always an annoying attendant outside. Not to mention, men and women use the same bathrooms so the toilets are always disgusting. I hate hate hate the bathroom set up. Not a fan what so ever.

    (1)

  • Lesley A.

    This is probably one of the few reviews you'll see me write about a club. This place is contradictory, from the people to the layout. Though some things are for certain - I'm too old for this place (and by old, I mean, over the age of 22). And really, I just wanted to come here, celebrate my friends' birthdays and dance. Leave me in peace. MaxBar has two rooms, an opening "lounge" room and a backroom with a dance floor. Obviously, these two rooms have different vibes and play different music. Note about the dance floor: One of these days, someone is going to trip onto it or fall off of it, break something, and file suit. The dance floor is elevated by a step and when you're dancing, you don't want to actively look as to what floor level you're on for fear of a sprained ankle (at least I don't!) I must complement the DJ though for I was pleased with his techno/pop/80s mixes. He looked like a wax mannequin of a Top Gun movie character, sitting in his little DJ booth. Things I found odd about MaxBar: - The range of people and their discussions. Either some girls were talking about joining VistaCorps (cool), or, I was accosted by a drunken girl in the bathroom who cursed me out for not taking a picture with her. I'm backing away...now. - The single room bathrooms in between both rooms, for which you had to excuse yourself from bumping into the designated bathroom attendee to get from one room to the other. Never mind that the other bathrooms are down a steep flight of stairs near the entrance. I'll stick to my eats.

    (2)

  • Melanie V.

    Despite the fact that I hate every other bar on Lincoln, I like MaxBar! The music is always great in the back room. That dj must be awesome because every time I've been there, I've been impressed by the music! The front room is more chill if you're not in the mood for lotsa crowds and lotsa yelling. Also, the bartenders are super nice. Even though they're terribly busy, they've always been nice enough to suggest drinks/shots when can't decide on anything to order! The best is that MaxBar is an after hours bar, so, on those nights when you get a late start, I'd suggest coming here! FYI - There's a $30 min for tabs. Also, there's a bathroom downstairs, so you don't need to wait in the HUGE line in the back bar.

    (3)

  • Ton R.

    Great place if you have a stolen credit card. My pick pocked credit card ended up here and charged over 100.00.

    (1)

  • Kate S.

    Hilarious. This place was like being back in Europe. Shady crowd and expensive drinks, but awesome dancing. Kiss FM signs were all over the place so I don't' know if they were hosting an event, but the music was fun - all dance remixes of what's popular right now. I don't think I would make this place a staple in my weekend festivities, but I would definitely go to relive my days abroad.

    (3)

  • Rich F.

    Rude service. Below are just some examples of obnoxious behavior by some of the employees: 1) Wristband cover advertised as $30 is $35 at door 2) Bartender upstairs decides to not honor the wristband until 1am and announces at 12:56 its over. Okaaayy.. go downstairs for drink. 3) Security guy shines flashlight if you're upstairs looking at dancefloor or even standing there chatting with friends. Oh yeah and also saw a drunk (presumably) 21yr old girl puke on two other girls. Fantastic.

    (2)

  • John F.

    Not sure what's happened in the last year but this place used to be cool, and the number and type of people has become disappointing. I've held parties here before which were a blast, but only because I filled up half the bar with my party. Cool part about this place is the front section has booths and is a nice "chill" atmosphere and the back is basically a club, with a dance floor, dj, decent music, etc. This allows you to invite all sorts of people to parties no matter if they want to dance or not. After meeting a few creeps in this place and having to fight them off girls there just isn't any appeal in this place anymore. But if you're into overpriced drinks, creeps and music that keeps consistently getting worse it's the place for you. Otherwise, read a few of my other reviews for better suggestions.

    (1)

  • Rachel G.

    I think I am getting too old for this! Myself and 2 friends ventured over here on a Sat night at about 9:30. BAD idea!! I think we were the only people in the place, but hey, we got a booth all to ourselves. Our waitress then told us that this is mostly a late night bar and it doesn't start to get crowded till after 1:00. Ohhh....so we still had 4 more hours till the fun started? Ha...NOT! Stayed there until 2:00 and still no fun was happening. The music was ok...the lights were annoying in the club section...there were NO cute guys (my friends were on the lookout...trust me!)...the drinks were pricey and the bathrooms were in a dungeon-like setting. Plus the bar has no special appeal. It's boring looking just like the people there. I don't know...maybe we should have waited one more hour to see if any action would happen...but I highly doubt it. I don't think i will be back. Not even Kiss FM can convince me!

    (2)

  • Michael P.

    worst bar in chicago.

    (1)

  • JP P.

    Went to a friend's birthday party here on a Friday night. It was unnecessarily pretentious and unfriendly - especially knowing the fact that there was nobody there. The space and the design were cool - dark, sleek wooden motif that reminded me of LA, but the attitude seemed to carry over. A huge turn-off especially knowing that it was nearly empty on a Friday night. They gave my friend and her guests a hard time on her birthday as well. We left after about an hour.

    (1)

  • Nick G.

    I go to Max Bar a lot and should've written this review a long time ago. Most recently I had my birthday party there and they aren't lying when they say they have the best promotions in the city! I've been to the bigger clubs in the city and have been disappointed because I always compare my night to a night at Max Bar. In the end, it's not the prestige of the club or how big it is or how expensive it looks inside, it's the staff, the atmosphere and the crowd. Max Bar brings all three together every night. It's a guaranteed great time! The bar scene in front and club scene in back mixes perfectly and brings in the perfect type of crowd -- dressed up, classy and ready to party! It lacks that "I'm too important for you" vibe some crowds at other clubs give off. Everyone for the most part is willing to dance and drink with perfect strangers or can be easily persuaded, and I think that's awesome! The staff is awesome from the management and bartenders to the bathroom attendant and coat check girl! Very friendly and they keep their bar running very respectably. There'll always be an incident no matter where you go where alcohol is involved, no matter how much money anybody spends. Everyone knows that. Can't blame the establishment, obviously. This staff honestly does it's best to ensure you are having the best time possible. The most impressive service I've ever received not only at Max Bar, but at any place in Chicago was on my birthday. They promised me a bottle of Rose as part of my party package, but ran out. It happens, whatever. It didn't bother me, I told them don't worry about it. They could have told me anything, but they were honest about it and check this out...they actually ran around to other bars, in the rain, at 2 am, while their place was packed, just to buy me that bottle so I could have it and so they could give me what they promised! THAT is service. THAT is what Chicago is all about baby! For what's within their control, Max Bar gives Chicago 110% every night and brings pride to Chicago's nightlife!

    (5)

  • Pinaki S.

    After 30 consecutive 4 or 5 star reviews, I decide, finally review a place I didn't like. If you want a lounge experience, leave Lincoln Park. Seriously.

    (2)

  • Farrice C.

    Went here for a party and it was awesome. Upscale look and nice lounge sitting which was a plus to me. I also went there for my b day and the bartenders were awesome both times!! They took care of my party and made some awesome shots for me and my people! Would go there again.

    (4)

  • Carol J.

    I've been a few times with some young ones and yeah, its their kind of place but I went back last night for an Esoteria reunion and was surrounded by the legends of Chicago nightlife who all started here back in the day. I drank lots and lots of Effen and Sugar Free Redbull and no one would take my money. I'm sure I would hate on this place big time if everyone wasn't so nice to me because I apparently am a "nightlife legend" or some shit in their eyes.....seriously, they said that out loud... Oh yeah and I once found a diamond pinkie ring here so props for finders keepers losers weepers.

    (5)

  • Chelsea V.

    The drinks here were incredibly weak. I'm not in a financial situation to be happy about paying $6 for coke with a splash of rum, absolute waste of money. They also have a $30 credit card minimum, which is absurd. I guess if you're planning to make a night of it you might end up spending that much anyway, but I wouldn't recommend it. The bar itself is ok, a few tables to sit at and the DJ in the back room was playing decent music. Something about the dance floor makes it mildly awkward, maybe it's too small or feels like you are dancing yourself into a corner of a room (because you basically are) - the bar needs to make a choice if it wants to be dancing or lounge, and I suggest the former. The front room has entertaining music if you like Top 40/pop dance music. Cascada! The crowd was nothing too special, and definitely not my scene, but I never go out in Lincoln Park so maybe it was typical.

    (2)

  • Krisi I.

    I liked this place when it was Blu, I was underage, they let me in with my fake id, and all the drinks were cheap because I knew friends of friends that worked here, the people and staff was really sweet and nice.And it was fun to dance and act a fool while sippin' on a drink. Fast forward a couple years and you get: Many drunk guys that think are the shit. A creepy staff. Waitresses with almost no clothes. Expensive beer and drinks. Music - not so good either. The only time I come here is if my old friends are working or having an event and this is when I am intoxicated while in the bathroom talking and joking with the awesome attendant :) (she gets a star) SO, if you like the above - walk right in - but i wouldn't vouch for your savety.

    (3)

  • Matthew E.

    Maybe its the alcohol talking, or the usual complete blur of the previous night I experience after going to Maxbar, but I love this bar. I have never had a bad time here, and love the size of it. I usually like to go upstairs where it tends to be more quiet and easier to get a drink, and the dance floor is right there at your feet. The bar's atmosphere is better than most and the music has always been much better than average. The prices were pretty reasonable and what you would expect from a club. I only have two major complaints with this bar. One is that you can't close out a tab until you at least reach $30 which is an astronomical price to be forced to purchase with no leeway. The other problem is the lack of bathrooms, while the top bar is by far my preferred area, you have to retreat all the way to the basement to use the bathroom, which can get very annoying during a dance party.

    (3)

  • Lee W.

    Ick. I don't like to go to bars where: a) you have to pay a cover b) there's a credit card minimum c) there's a bathroom attendant d) there's bottle service Unfortunately, MaxBar strikes out on all those fronts -- and so many more. I won't bore you with the details -- just spare yourself from this place!

    (2)

  • Minjee Y.

    Came here on a Thursday night at 2am There's a $5 cover. You're a bar "MaxBAR" so why bother with a cover charge? The crowd: guy vs girl ratio is like 5:1 The girls are very catty and wanting to start fights probably because people flood in here after every other bar closes since they're opened until 4-5am? The music: electronic dance music. Some hip hop towards the end. Will I come back? Maybe. Probably.

    (3)

  • Lily Z.

    I came here after Lion's Head was closed. It's smart of them to charge cover because honestly I wouldn't spend my money here. The front bottle service area is tacky. The dance floor has a nice chandelier but it's so dark and red.

    (2)

  • Daniel N.

    so... this place is not fun at all. i've been to this place a couple of times hoping that the last was just a bad day but NO! the girl to guy ratio is at least 1-5. It is overcrowded and the drinks are way to expensive for amount of alcohol in them. If you're a girl looking for a quick hook-up then this is the place. lmao creeps everywhere and what kind of "bar: charges cover? guys beware there are not many girls here. watch out with the two drags picking up sloppy drunk men!!!! the dj in the front room is okay, not great. The dj in the backroom sucks.plays the same songs over and over, he cant mix nor entertain,

    (1)

  • M M.

    The bouncers never ask me to pay cover charge, but am I whoopy-ing? No. Cheap drinks, am I whoopy-ing now? No. - Tons of rejects here. - The music sucks. I'm serious. The DJ should leave the tracks alone; when he starts 'mixing,' you're dancing and thinking like, 'wtf?' - People WILL push you to get a spot on the dance floor. - I don't get why it's always packed in here, like a sardine can; like the Justice League headquarters for the unwanteds. I hate it when people invite me to 'party' here. I'm better off blasting music in my house and downloading a strobe-light app on my phone.

    (2)

  • Tony A.

    I'm not a fan. Went in for over priced drinks, left and came back. Was told that my "sports attire" isn't appropriate and I wouldn't be let in, haha I'll take my money elsewhere guys, I can assure you there's no shortage of bars in LP/Depaul. The severs were nice, and I don't even blame the door guys, poor management is the issue. So not wanting to sweat my balls off all night makes me a sloppy? Sure. I took my 100 tab down the street. Thanks for playing the capitalism game guys!! Do not waste your time.

    (1)

  • Antonio A.

    They had a big problem with my group some of us have visible tattoos ok that does not mean anything we just wanted to have a few beers after about 10 minutes of debating with the bouncers they let us in. I could understand no hats this is chicago there are gangs but tattoos I mean one guy is a hair stylist another is a delivery driver , an air force member and I'm an armed security officer talk about a stupid stereotype huh stop judging people based on tattoos not cool at all

    (1)

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Opening Hours

  • Tue

Specialities

  • Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Parking : Valet, Garage, Street, Validated
    Bike Parking : No
    Wheelchair Accessible : No
    Ages Allowed : 21+
    Good for Kids : No
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Very Loud
    Music : DJ
    Good For Dancing : Yes
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Happy Hour : No
    Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat
    Coat Check : Yes
    Smoking : No
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Has TV : Yes
    Dogs Allowed : No

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