Incredibly rude staff and gross dive bar atmosphere. This summer, I was throughly offended by the bartender the second I walked in by her asking if I had a jacket (in 90 degree weather) in order to cover up because she "thought I'd be wearing more clothes" read more

Bialystok Pub - Outfit I was asked if I had a jacket for - Karaoke Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place is almost directly across the street from my apartment. I just moved to the area and saw it and thought I'd give it a try. Could have been better, but could have been worse. Went in to watch a game and have a couple of beers. Got a Blue Moon draft for $5, which isn't bad. ($15 minimum to use card.) There was an old woman behind the bar, who stood at the other end talking to two older men. This is definately a neighborhood, hole in the wall, dive bar. The bartender wasn't the friendliest or most attentive, but could have been a lot worse. Warning: The owners little dog has the run of the place, so when you enter, don't be surprised to hear a lot of high pitched barks, until the owner tells it to quiet down. They have three TV's that always are showing sports on mute, while loud music plays. So if you want to hear a game, go elsewhere. read more

Bialystok Pub - a glass of orange juice - Karaoke Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I mean you have to love this place. Some people I know come here all the time, I've been a few times with them. You can't beat a $5 deal of beer and a shot. Bartender is nice if you are nice. It's a fun place, always interesting people to chat up a conversation with. The dog is awesome and super friendly. read more

Bialystok Pub - a glass of beer and a bottle - Karaoke Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Don't let the looks of this place scare you away. Dive bar karaoke at its best. While pounding cheap drafts from a plastic cup, an iconic disco ball looms above as you thumb through the song books. The regulars will amaze you with great singing despite some of them looking like Susan Boyle from Britain's got talent. The bar attracts a good mix of friendly people and as the night gets late you will see more of the Logan hipsters and the occasional group of girls that feel the need to sing an off key Brittney song. All this is what makes it a fun place to be getting your karaoke on. Some advice though, It's not a common taxi route so you will need to call for one or deal with a wait if you are hailing one outside. read more

Bialystok Pub - A touch of disco - Karaoke Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Went a few times over a few years. Something really awkward and weird inevitably happens every time. Once there was a really drunk woman who could not have been younger than 50 boasting about how she was pregnant with twins. Her boyfriend was 21. The bartender always apologizes to me the next time I come in about the last time I was in. I won't be going back after the final last time. I went with some friends to check out the karaoke night. My usual bartender (tall young woman) was not there but who I assume was the owner/her mother was. Only one person from the birthday party crowd in the back of the bar was singing so my group was the rotation. A couple of my friends are in bands and have some stage presence- which is a hit at the bar down the street- but didn't fly here. The bartender came over and scolded us for being too loud. Are you kidding me?!?! The only people keeping the karaoke alive are singing too loud on a weekend?!?! We downed our drinks and split. Why they are even having a karaoke night is beyond my comprehension. read more

Before you go to this place, ask yourself if you want to go to a real Chicago neighborhood dive bar. There are not 15 different IPAs on draft, the owner and bartenders speak with Eastern European accents, and the regulars may glare at you a touch if they don't know you. They have decently priced beer, can make a few drinks, and provide a safe and comfortable place that is centrally located relative to most of the North Side with a lively crowd and a nice vibe, I go here at least once every couple of weeks, and I love it. read more

This is my favorite bar in my neighborhood and I love that it is within walking distance of me! I'm a fan of anywhere that you can get a shot and a beer for $5 but there's something special about this place. The environment is so relaxed and everyone is there with the intention of having a fun, mellow time (no frat crowd here). An additional bonus: TouchTunes! read more

Great place, great times. Classic Chicago neighborhood bar. Nothing fancy but good people and cold beer at great prices.

Drinks are way overpriced and the bartenders/owner is rude. Also, they charge you for water because, "it's too complicated" to provide water on tap (ie. they want you to pay more money). Don't go here unless you want to be snapped at and overcharged. read more

I really wanted to karaoke last Saturday night and this was the closest location to where I was. Karaoke starts at 10pm and we arrived around 9pm. Luckily the Blackhawks game was on to occupy the one hour waiting period. The prices are lower to what I'm used to playing and that's always a bonus. Once the karaoke had initiated I was one of the very first to sing and what I liked most about the place was that they had their own mini stage to perform on the in the corner. Don't be deceived, that tiny stage makes you feel like a superstar for the duration of the song...especially when people are singing along with you. So bring your friends one night and sing your lungs out. read more

Worst bar ever!! I wish I could give no stars. Why would someone open a bar that hates people? I was there with a few friends and was made aware very early that we were not welcome. The owner yelled at us, scolded us, glared at us and treated us very unkindly. We were not drunk, we were not misbehaving. A bar owner should expect some level of enthusiasm, otherwise you are in the wrong business. My husband dropped birthday cake on the floor and she screamed at us and kicked my whole party out, even when we offer to clean it up and pay for damages. She lost lots of money because of her intolerance. read more

This is literally my home away from home, but only on Saturday nights for karaoke. I love Ala, the staff and all of the regulars here. It's always fun and unpredictable. read more

LOVE this place! The owner always comes over and we have awesome conversations. She's been in the neighborhood forever and has great stories. It's not a "hole in the wall," it's a neighborhood bar. It's well taken care of and comfy. The other customers are courteous. It's a great place to relax and have a few drinks (...or more!) read more

This place has magnificent karaoke. Now that I've moved away I can take moment to yell this to the whole world and not risk my private karaoke spot. The regulars here (of which I counted myself one) take their fun seriously, and people definitely have their jams which you will look forward to hearing every week. Sigh. read more

Dive bar. Dark. Great Karaoke song selection. Even better karaoke performers. All walks of life, but everyone's friendly. Pool table. Cheap beer. Expensive but strong cocktails. read more

This bar could easily have been Thelma & Louise's first stop on their road trip. It's a dive in every sense -- cheap drinks, Karaoke (Saturdays), pool table and a mix of people that don't look like they belong in the same place but who seem to get along beautifully after getting a little liquored up. Allah is the owner and she has run the bar with only the help of a female friend and her niece for the past 25 years. She makes a mean Gin & Tonic and her story is pretty badass. Everyone was really friendly -- my friend even got a free pool lesson from one of the regulars. It's a great place to hang. read more

Great little dive bar- live music one Sunday a month (the 19th is Phil Garno and Jeremy Scott) Karaoke is pretty fun too, just be sure to tip the dude if you want to sing in a row! Cheap drinks, good times :) read more

This bar is close to our house and has a photohunt machine. There is karaoke on Saturdays. The regulars are all really friendly, except one creepy guy who invited us to his house. read more

A great bar to hang out with people at...the changing neighborhood offers a great mix of people. The beer is always cheap and the karaoke on Saturdays is great. One of the best hosts around. read more

A nice little hidden spot in my hood. Just recently discovered it. Really good drink specials, and friendly staff. It certainly has it's locals, but once you get in and they see your not an asshole, they warm up quickly to ya. The juke box is surprisingly good, and it probably has the cleanest bar bathrooms in the city! No joke.. read more

It dont get better than this to hang out In a awesome athmosphere!! Cool crowd, and on saturday nights they have Karaokee and let me tell you a lot of talented singers are in there..Not what you expect from a neibhorhood taveren, cool drink specials, awesome music,,, read more

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This is my favorite bar! It is walking distance from my home so I can drink and not drive and the Karaoke on Saturday night is the best.The KJ are super friendly;the owner,Ala is awesome, and "the regulars" are very nice people. There are drink specials and Ala runs a tight shift so if you feel like fighting, go somewhere else. You will always find a friend at Bialystock. read more

2$ PBR, good neighborhood dive bar. the only bad thing about the karaoke is they won't let you sing metal versions of songs. snooze cruise!

Started coming to Bialystok Pub in 1994. My life has changed (marriage + three children) so I don't hang out in taverns anymore, but when my wife and I do get out, we do stop in for one or two and Alicia still runs a friendly place where all are welcome- I've seen the clientele change from Polish to Latino to hipster. read more

An old bar with the same old bar flies. Cheap beer and shots but horrible wine. The owner Ala can be a real be-atch when she wants to be.

this place is something else..never did we think that when we walked into this place would we have been there till closing time.we went on a saturday night and it was non stop excitement..the dj played awesome music between some of the best karaoke ive seen..and the crowd was just so diverse and friendly.. read more