(312) 666-9292
770 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago,
IL
60622
41.8957
-87.6548
Neighborhoods: West Side, Goose Island
What People Are Saying About Matchbox
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Kitschy pop-culture memorabilia and candlelight add even more character to this unbelievably tight corner hangout. The bar and a dozen stools consume all but a few inches along the length of the narrow, window-lined room; a handful of tables and chairs accommodate patrons out front in warm months. Music is bartender's choice, which generally runs the edgy-rock gamut from the 1960s to now. – – The Draw – Human gridlock is part of the bar's odd charm--20-something fringe types mashed together with older neighborhood regulars--but beverages are the main…
Best patio for food, drinks and cigars
by MNeigh
The patio outside of the Matchbox is my favorite place to be on a warm Chicago day. The bartenders mix classic cocktails to perfection. There are dozens of cigars available. and the food from the Palm is always excellent.
- Pros: Patio, bartenders and excellent food from the Palm
- Cons: No cons
To the last reviewer!!!!!
by astandsforactual
To the last reviewer: Take a hint!! you get lousy service because your a lousy tipper...obviously you've never worked in the industry!!!
Demeaning and stuckup service
by tracybartels
I have frequented the Matchbox in the past in hopes that I would have a good time there. I was there one night and was actually accused of being a "bad tipper!" How hard is it to tip a bottle of wine into a glass and how much do you think you deserve for that talented maneover? Get over yourselves all ready. My husband went in just last Saturday - 9/2, and could not even get someone to wait on him in what was an very uncrowded bar. Whatever happened to service? If I can avoid it, I will never go there again simply because the service of most of the male bartenders is appalling. The girls, great, always helpful. But the guys seem to think they only have to wait on the pretty, single girls and the guys who are big tippers, and let's face it, you're working at a bar and you're almost 40 years old. Get over yourselves.
- Pros: Most of the drinks are expertly made
- Cons: Service is not a word that applies to this establishment
The Details on Matchbox
When to Go:
The place is always packed--literally--so anytime is prime (if you like crowds). Some stick to visiting only in spring and summer, when outdoor seating is available.
The Extras:
The bar shares owners and neighborhood space with the Silver Palm restaurant.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard
Bar & Pub Special Features:
Minimum Age:
21








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