Clybar
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (773) 388-1877
- Cross Street:
- Wrightwood Avenue
- Directions:
- Bus: 74 to Fullerton; 9 to Ashland; 76 to Diversey; 73 to Armitage;
- Hours:
- Sun-Fri 5pm-2am, Sat 6pm-3am
Editorial Review for Clybar – by Jennifer Olvera
The Scene
Putty- and brick-colored walls, a white-washed tin ceiling, conversational seating around a roaring fireplace and cool lighting (votives galore and a fiber-optic star ceiling in back) create an upscale feel at this khaki-clad, 30-something watering hole. Snag a seat at the sofa in back, or settle in on the comfy hassock. Get your groove on to toned-down techno, R&B, Marley or live jazz.
The Draw
Hold the sports--two TVs show offbeat videos. Bartenders serve up sophisticated sips from a vintage cherrywood bar; top-shelf martinis, champagne and fine wines are among the professionals-preferred offerings. Try the sweet-tart apple martini or Godiva-imbued chocolate martini, or play it safe with a Ketel One cosmo. In the summer, open windows and doors create an airy atmosphere for throwing back Harp, Guinness or Blue Moon. Penny pinched? Well drinks ring in about $4.
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Insider Tips
Nightly PromotionsTwo nights of live music (Sunday and Wednesday) are just part of good daily specials that also often include food and drink discounts.
User Reviews for Clybar
02/27/2008 Posted by jen26
Clybar is a great neighborhood bar, the only drawback is the location--it's not in a highly bar/restaurant populated spot. New owners recently took over and the place now has some great plasma's, and a kitchen (with killer cheese curds!!). Food & drinks are reasonably priced, and the atmosphere is friendly and unpretentious. They also offer great bar wristband packages for parties. Love this place!!!
01/17/2003 Posted by debramagoon
Great music but about 17 notches too loud. I had to scream to have a conversation. It was $7.50 for 2 beers. Not bad in comparison to other's. There were 2 toilets and the lines were so damn long I almost wet myself waiting in line! What really got me was the crowd, they were rude and snobby. THe overall average age in this bar was probably 34, so my being 22 really threw that off. I got some looks when I walked through the door. So if you are looking for a way older man, this is the place for you. But if you want to party with people you own age and not want to stick out like a big sore thumb, I would recommend going somewhere else. DEFINETLY NOT FOR THE COLLEGE KIDS. Post college and way into your career, then this is the place for you!
Pros: Great Music, Cheapish Drink
Cons: Old Crowd, Crowded, Crap for parking
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