Dive bars are often in the “eye of the beholder” but are usually dark, small, and old.
Chicago, IL
Cole’s Bar is a music venue and Logan Square neighborhood tavern, that features live entertainment such as bands performing original music, stand up comedy, and other events. ...
Bars and Music Venues
Urbana, IL
Open since 1946, Rose Bowl Tavern is a honky tonk, dive bar, and music venue in downtown Urbana, IL. The Rose Bowl features live music every day including jazz, country, rock, soul, blues, hip-hop and bluegrass. Additional entertainment includes DJ dance parties, comedy, open acoustic and jazz jams, poetry, trivia and more. ...
Springfield, IL
Since 1932, The Curve Inn has been a staple in the Springfield area. Enjoy live music, great food, cheap drinks, darts, gaming, karaoke and the best DJ. ...
Bars and Music Venues
Chicago, IL
Open since 1992, The Empty Bottle is a corner dive bar in Chicago’s Ukrainian Village. The brick-walled building has a bar along one wall and a corner stage featuring regular alternative bands. There are also pinball machines and a pool table. ...
Braidwood, IL
The Top Fuel Saloon is a blue-collar, farmer and biker-friendly dive bar in Braidwood, IL, featuring a state-of-the-art stage for live local and national rock and country acts plus pool, darts, and video poker machines. Top Fuel Saloon has a full kitchen serving alligator, buffalo burgers, mako shark and the best damn Friday Night Fish Fry. ...
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