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The Edge Theater

4.1 (9 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Nathan D.

Repetitive | energetic | cozy Repetitive: we went to see game of tiraras. As big fans of game of thrones the premise seemed intriguing. While the beginning was entertaining the jokes were often recycled and over time became predictable. Because of this we decided to leave at intermission. Energetic: the cast was extremely energetic. Very positive worked hard and took their credit seriously. I wish the content that they were putting on was more compelling. Cozy: the theatre is small but cozy. Every seat is a good seat with a great view. The ceiling is relatively low, so it connects you with the experience and cast. Pro Tip: there is a good amount of street parking around the theatre. Also, it is really close to the CTA stop off the red line.

Monica D.

Nate and I went here to see a matinee of the Game of Tiara's. Pretty much Game of Thrones meets Disney princesses, with a sprinkle of Southpark. I was really looking forward to this play, however we decided to leave at intermission as the play was very repetitive and well, not funny. Nothing on the actors/actresses who put in great effort, but the writing was flawed and the direction misguided. The theater itself is a great setup. Small theater with seats close to the stage, good sound/lighting, and prompt show times make this a desirable location to see another play. They have a small concession stand but it looks like packaged snacks (think Oreos and Goldfish). I think I also saw alcoholic beverages, if that's your thing.

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Rachel H.

Great neighborhood theatre! Brought my 5 year old daughter here to see Penelope Pennyworth Girl Detective and it was a great family friendly production. My daughter and I really enjoyed it. The theatre is not big and there is not a bad seat no matter where you sit. Nice waiting area that sell refreshments before the show, even wine for the adults if you like. Street parking where you pay the box meter and it's free on Sundays. We will be back.

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Le Piano

Le Piano

4.2
(157 reviews)
1.9 mi
$$

This has been the week of unbelievable finds mostly due to total chance and a bit of luck and…read moremystery. I found myself in Rogers Park for two days for my daughter's freshman orientation at Loyola. Of course, my number one concern after the first day of seminars was to find somewhere awesome to eat that evening. After extensive searching throughout the day, I believed I had settled on somewhere to go... that is until the front desk attendant of my hotel handed me a sheet of recommended places to check out in the area. Normally, I will just explore and research on my own to figure out somewhere to go. Despite the many exciting choices nearby, of which I almost settled on Ethiopian or Cambodian, I stumbled on Le Piano; and my oh my, I couldn't be happier that I did. Looking at the listed provided by the hotel, Le Piano was in a small section titled "music, food, bar" and specifically labeled as jazz. Taking a minute to hit up their website, I found that night that Gerry Hundt, a blues artist I didn't know was going to be playing. My interest already now piqued, I rushed over to the menu, which is awash in wonderful sounding continental and French classics made local and fit for a jazz bar. The cocktail menu also matches, but is also incredibly extensive and has a very interesting Victorian flair. It was at this point I was sold, and booked a seat immediately to head out that evening. Arriving, I found this to be one of the coolest spaces I have ever been to for music. Styled perfectly with a dark Victorian-yet-jazzy flair, and intimate, my assigned seat was allowed to be changed to an amazingly worn leather loveseat, like something out of a noir film, with a single taper lighting my table. The bartender and my server made a point of giving me their names, which I believe were Chris and Steven, but I can't remember because my memory is Swiss cheese, but they were both amazing, talking with me and being completely engaged with me as a Chicago newbie. This doesn't even include the perfect sazerac and jasmine that Chris made to round out the artichoke fritters I ordered. The fritters were outstanding. Barely breaded and flash fried to perfection and one of the best fried dishes I've had in years, as I don't prefer that type of thing. Steven's recommendation was seriously on point. If a spot like this existed near me, I would be there weekly. If I lived in Chicago, Le Piano wouldn't be able to get rid of me. Don't pass on this place and get there now! Enjoy some wonderful music, legendary drinks, and outstanding food!

Love this venue! Wonderful decor, great lighting, super cool space…read more Came for the sunday night latin jazz, which was a great show. Small/medium crowd, easy to find seats. Had the cava brut rosé which was yummy and refreshing. Loved the ambiance and performance. One thing is that the website and menu made it seem like there was no cover on sundays, but it was actually $15. Not the end of the world but would've appreciated if that was more clear upfront, instead of getting charged on the bill at the end. Overall loved the venue and the performance, would totally come back!

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Rogers Park Social

Rogers Park Social

4.6
(240 reviews)
1.8 mi
$$

A wonderful experience on New Year's Day. Here's the link…read morefor the menu https://rpsocial.square.site/s/order We had a great service experience from the one server working, and the overall look of the place was festive from the holidays. If it looks like it's full when you first walk in, make sure you ask somebody for the place where you can sit in the room... versus the bar. And bring your dog! We saw several people with well behaved pups in there. An employee from a local pizza place walked around offering individual pizzas to buy. I also noticed they had an outdoor heated enclosed patio.

I Had A Very Disappointing Experience At Rogers Park Social. I Am Currently Dealing With Back…read moreIssues And Was Unable To Sit Comfortably In The High-Top Chair At Our Table. I Politely Asked The Waitress Whether I Could Switch One Chair So I Could Sit Comfortably. Rather Than Offering A Simple Solution, She Abruptly Told Me That She Could Not Accommodate The Request. We Then Respectfully Asked The Guests At The Nearby Table Whether They Were Using The Chair, And They Kindly Confirmed That They Were Not. We Moved It To Our Table Without Disrupting Anyone, And The Waitress Did Not Raise Any Concern Afterward. That Made The Initial Refusal Especially Frustrating. This Was A Small, Reasonable Request That Would Have Had No Impact On Other Guests Or The Staff. Instead, I Was Made To Feel Like An Inconvenience. It Was Also A Sunday Evening When The Venue Was Not Crowded At All. After The Initial Interaction, Our Server Never Came Back To Check On Our Table Or Ask Whether We Wanted To Order Additional Drinks. The Bartender Eventually Had To Come Out From Behind The Bar To See If We Needed Anything. For A Group Of Five, That Level Of Attentiveness Was Disappointing. A Venue That Promotes Itself As Welcoming And Accommodating Should Be Prepared To Make Basic Seating Adjustments For Guests With Mobility, Injury, Or Back-Related Concerns And Should Provide Consistent Service Throughout The Visit. Based On Our Experience, We Will Not Be Returning.

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Monday Blues Lounge

Monday Blues Lounge

5.0
(2 reviews)
1.6 mi

My partner and I had a great time here on a Monday evening listening to some good chill Blues music…read moreand enjoying our drinks! There were a couple of performers playing some very good harmonica and guitar solos and singing some classic Chicago Blues, as some within the audience started dancing while others, myself included, continued watching, listening, and supporting the musicians with tips. The bartenders were very courteous and patient and prepared my drinks very well, including pouring our ginger ale ensuring every drip was gone from the can she was using. I ordered a hibiscus margarita and it was excellent! It had a fruity flavor that wasn't diminished much from the ice that was placed in the drink, and the tajin around the cup gave the drink a bit of a contrasting flavor that worked beautifully. I thoroughly enjoyed the drink and even contemplated getting a second one before I decided that I should limit my spending that night. Since I don't think there's another Blues club in Chicago that are open on Mondays, the fact that this place exists is a true blessing for those that want to have some fun watching Blues live performances on Monday nights. It doesn't contain a crazy loud vibe, so I would imagine that it caters to a relatively more chill crowd. I would personally go regardless.

Chicago's best kept secret, featuring top blues talent such as Tom Holland, Brother John, Ron…read moreSorin, Gerry Hundt, & Wild Boar Moore, with no cover charge. You can't beat that.

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Ward Eight

Ward Eight

4.7
(246 reviews)
2.8 mi
$$

Ward Eight was a place we frequently visited when we lived nearby many years ago. We were in the…read morearea recently and decided to stop by...we discovered this gem from our past has only gotten better! High quality and innovative cocktails, reasonable prices, and a chic/classy ambiance make Ward Eight must-visit! I tried two cocktails when I was at Ward 8: Remember the Main and Vieux Carre. Both were decadent, delicious, and boozy. Triple threats! I loved them both, but the "Remember the Main" was different from drinks I've had before, so that was my favorite. My husband had a local beer. They have beer, wine, and NA options for folks who aren't into cocktails. They also have food which looks scrumptious, ranging from high-end appetizers to full meals. We did not come prepared to eat, so we'll have to come back again to try food in the future! The staff were welcoming and professional. The space was clean and Gatsby-style chic. There is plenty of seating and an outdoor space for when it is warmer. It is a fancier places, so prices are higher. But you pay for the higher quality ingredients and innovative recipes. If you enjoy cocktails and cozy cocktail bars, Ward Eight is definitely the spot for you!

Cocktail was neither worst nor the best rendition of a Vieux carre that I've had. I've said it…read moreseveral times that many things that originate in New Orleans are hard to replicate outside New f the big easy. I got the feeling that the staff were putting some effort into their craft. The place was crowded & there was even a live band performing. The bar had some above average bottles such as Hibiki & Bookers. I was pressed for time but there were at least three more menu items I would've tried.

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Big Joe's

Big Joe's

3.9
(114 reviews)
0.9 mi
$

Great place to go with friends but remember to bring cash!!!…read more Went for the first time for the turtle races on Friday. Every time you buy a drink, you get tickets for the lottery. If you get picked, you bet on a turtle and if your turtle wins, you get a shirt! Everyone was pumped :)

Big Joe's is a total neighborhood bar. It's a place most people wouldn't know is here unless they…read moreare looking for it. Only catching a glance of it going somewhere else was how we found out. Has a list of basic drinks and cocktails. The most notable thing about this bar thing is that it has turtle racing, yeah, they race turtles. Animal abuse is never fun. It seems harmless, but we can't be sure of that because the turtles haven't told us about it. The bar gets packed on Friday nights with drunken frat boy types. Pretty annoying. Wonder if the turtles get annoyed too. As for the drinks, they're basic. It's about $7 a cocktail. A funny name for one is the Chuck. It's made with lemonade, sweet tea, and vodka. Fairly bland and made me want to Chuck it. They do have some cheap beer and other basic liquor. Call the ASPCA. Investigate them for amphibian abuse, make sure none are harmed. The bar besides this is basic, and the patrons make this even more unpleasant.

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Big Joe's . Old School Irish Corner Dive Bar .  Turtle Racing Pool Darts etc.  1818 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL Cool!
Big Joe's . Old School Irish Corner Dive Bar . Turtle Racing Pool Darts etc. 1818 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL Cool!
One Beer One Fireball @ Big Joe's . Old School Irish Corner Dive Bar .  Turtle Racing Pool Darts etc.  1818 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL Cool!
One Beer One Fireball @ Big Joe's . Old School Irish Corner Dive Bar . Turtle Racing Pool Darts etc. 1818 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL Cool!
Big Joe's . Old School Irish Corner Dive Bar .  Turtle Racing Pool Darts etc.  1818 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL Cool!

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Big Joe's . Old School Irish Corner Dive Bar . Turtle Racing Pool Darts etc. 1818 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL Cool!

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