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(773) 477-5238
2242 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago,
IL
60614
41.9225
-87.6451
Neighborhoods: Lincoln Park, North Side
Last updated 8.18.11
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Nightclubs, Lounges, Taverns
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Bar & Club Type of Music:
Bar & Club Special Features:
Minimum Age:
21
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
What People Are Saying About Bacchus
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
The Scene – Roman god Bacchus threw yearly orgies, so you would expect to be, um, a little titillated at his namesake. Alas, Lincoln Park's Bacchus attracts a Lincoln Park crowd, and these wholesome khaki-wearing and Kate Spade-carrying customers rarely get out of control. An attractive, tri-level lounge, Bacchus gets points for its delightfully plush VIP room on the second level. Oversize crimson banquettes and handcrafted champagne bar are perfect for a night of schmoozing. What's missing, however, is a sense of sensuality. Where it should be dark and decadent, it's too bright and…
Editor's Tips
- Sound Factor:
- DJs spin decent dance music, which ranges from Top 40 club music to classic tracks from the 1980s. The sound system rocks, and the acoustics are tight on all three levels.
- No More Nasty:
- If this spot looks familiar, then you were probably hanging out when it was the Big Nasty, which was around for more than 10 years.
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08/15/04
Licoln Parks Best
by laura_chicago at Citysearch
Me and my girls we there on saturday. This place is still one of Lincoln Parks best options. It got A little bit to crowded late night. Staff was the best.
- Pros: good looking crowd, music, martini list
05/08/04
horrible
by asepie3 at Citysearch
Is it a crime to ask "are there any drink specials?" Apparently so at Bacchus b/c I was met w/ a caustic, supremely rude response from the catty bartender. The atmosphere wasn't anything to speak of either and made me feel kind of dirty (in a bad way).
- Cons: , pricey drinks, trashy atmosphere
06/14/03
ehh
by chi_guy at Citysearch
Thursdays are usually packed with beautiful biddy's. DJ's need some help though, and the crowd reacts accordingly. Mostly hiphop, and good, but just bad DJ-ing. Bartenders are typically overworked. I think this bar is on the down swing. Still a good time though, with the right attitude!
10/18/02
RUDE, Think twice
by jnichols01 at Citysearch
Horrible experience. I had once thought highly of Bacchus, but after this experience, I'm never coming back. I had even booked a private party there a half year ago. The service was extremely rude at the front door. Also, we were told that we couldn't go to the 2nd floor where there was a private party, and to tell you the truth, when we finally went upstairs later, you could see that there wasn't anything special. We were told that we're too old for this place, and that is good news for this 29 year old, guy, who is in their most coveted demographic. So unprofessional. I hope that anyone who reads this thinks twice about going there. Also, drinks are overpriced.
- Pros: Music
- Cons: Rude front bouncers, Overpriced, Unprofessional
The Details on Bacchus
Place Categories:
- just bad djing
- overpriced drinks
- extremely rude service
- rude response
- beautiful biddy
- best options
- best staff
