5 to Try: Karaoke Bars in Chicago

by Citysearch_editors - 0 Reviews - 1,721 Lists

Updated: January 09, 2004

You're dying to take the stage and make like the next "American Idol." Here are five Windy City hangouts with karaoke to help you realize that dream- just don't forget we knew you when.

5 to Try

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Excalibur
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    632 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    The River North club kicks karaoke up a notch with live backup by the Durty Lounge Lizards every Wednesday.

  2. 2 3 Star Rating: Average Uptown Lounge
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    1136 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640 (map)

    This unusually mod North Side bar ends the weekend on a high note with Sunday night karaoke.

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Four Farthings Tavern and Grill
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    2060 N Cleveland Ave, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)

    Thursday night karaoke is just another attraction at this convivial Lincoln Park hangout with upscale food and drinks.

  4. 4 3.5 Star Rating: Average Trader Todd's
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    3216 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657 (map)

    Nightly karaoke is a trademark of this tropically themed Lakeview party place.

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    2201 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616 (map)

    Groups unleash their inner rock stars at this late-night karaoke lounge in Chinatown.