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Chicago Symphony Orchestra

1. Chicago Symphony Orchestra

5 star rating
47 reviews

Category: Performing Arts, Music Venues

The only reason I'm giving them 4 stars is because ever since my boyfriend bought a few tickets for a show they have bombarded us with phone calls and mailings.  Other than that, who doesn't love the symphony?  Well, a lot of people... but they stink, anyway.  We went to see them play Peter and the Wolf, which was a children's special, and it was a blast!  I never thought I would say this, but…

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Good Drinks

4.5 star rating 89 reviews

1. Lincoln Karaoke

Neighborhood: Lincoln Square

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This place has a good selection of foods and an extensive drink list. They have about 20 rooms but it gets packed so come early. This is my new favorite place to drink.......

4.5 star rating 79 reviews

2. Richard's Bar

Neighborhood: Near West Side

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to the bartenders and the crowd in general.  A good mix of people + nice strong drinks + spontaneous dance party = THE best Saturday night out in 10 years in Chicago  I've never had more fun at a bar in Chicago....

4.5 star rating 94 reviews

3. Hungry Brain

Neighborhood: Roscoe Village

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Great jukebox, cheap drinks but a good selection, unpretentious bartenders, comfortable setting where you can actually hear the people around you. Just make sure to avoid the free jazz improv nights...

4.5 star rating 168 reviews

4. Green Mill

Neighborhood: Uptown

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all of the performers, but will admit some of the poetry readers seemed a bit too nervous.  If you are going to read, be prepared!    Bring some friends, have some drinks and have a good time....

4.5 star rating 145 reviews

5. The Second City

Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

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I love Second City. I have been several times, and each time I laugh out loud the whole time. I recommend the drink called the Chicago River. It looks awful, but tastes good. Don't get any food...

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Nice Bartenders

4.5 star rating 79 reviews

1. Richard's Bar

Neighborhood: Near West Side

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to the bartenders and the crowd in general.  A good mix of people + nice strong drinks + spontaneous dance party = THE best Saturday night out in 10 years in Chicago  I've never had more fun at a bar in Chicago....

4.5 star rating 94 reviews

2. Hungry Brain

Neighborhood: Roscoe Village

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This bar was oozing with potential, but somehow it didn't seem to gel. The bartender was extremely nice and helpful serving me up a vodka/ soda for only $3.50. She gave me great recommendations...

4.5 star rating 52 reviews

3. Jake's Pub

Neighborhood: Lakeview

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there and an awesome bulldog named Rosie.  I think I spent the majority of the time petting Rosie.  The bartender was really nice but not the fake/I want your money nice that most bartenders exhibit.   I'm...

4.5 star rating 45 reviews

4. Black Rock Pub &…

Neighborhood: North Center

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was slow and the bartender was nice enough to approach us as we sat at our table and inform us that they had sent the server home and that he'd bring us our drinks. When he returned, he said he'd try...

4 star rating 64 reviews

5. The Long Room

Neighborhood: Lakeview

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to sit at the Long Room. It does get a bit crowded later in the night though. Great outdoor space for nice weather too.    The music is one of the bartender's iPods. He  will usually play Radiohead...

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