Matilda

(773) 883-4400

3101 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago, IL 60657 41.9382 -87.6539

Neighborhoods: Lakeview, North Side

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What People Are Saying About Matilda

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The Scene
The two-room Matilda glows behind storefront windows--all candlelight, blond wood, chrome accents, celestial colors and artful wall hangings--on a quiet pre-Belmont bustle corner. Clean-cut, casual 20- and 30-somethings pack booths and bolted-down furnishings throughout the bar. Down perilously steep metal stairs, the subterranean Baby Atlas beckons with an edgier atmosphere: Bold, disparate wall hangings and plush couches clutter the tiny den of cool.

The Draw
The juke at the main bar's back provides unobtrusive national and local pop-rock, from Coldplay to Caviar; two pool tables also complement the genial socializing. Both upstairs and downstairs bars offer plenty, including a dozen drafts, bottles and cans, and 13 wines by the glass, though cocktails and martinis dominate weekends. A wildly eclectic food menu mixes standard and upscale choices for appetizers, salads, sandwiches, flatbreads, entrees and desserts. Service is friendly and solid.

bethylou10

September 02, 2008

One of my favorite bars in Chicago, even with the treacherous stairs leading to the bathroom! The eclectic atmosphere, fun jukebox, and mind numbing martinis add up to countless nights of fun.

stoyoda

June 08, 2008

I can't believe what I saw. First, I thought my buddy had ditched me, however, I noticed my friend being dragged outside. Little to be known, my friend is a martial artiest and could have made an embarassing scene, however, he choose to be led out. Why the doorman did this, no one knows, he didn't even't want to let us know he "kicked" our buddy out. I have always had a good time at Matilda's previously, but I doubt I will ever be back.

dpbodde

December 06, 2007

Eclectic atmosphere, no TV's, great music and decent food. Plus, the back room has several nice booths to hang out in... Love it...

The Details on Matilda

Know Before You Go:

The minimum age is 23 (not 21), which is strictly enforced by friendly, conscientious doormen.

Save Money:

Besides hosting private parties for reasonable rates, Matilda/Baby Atlas is sometimes able to offer a discounted rate for events on weeknights (Monday-Thursday).

Hours:

Even though they're attached, Baby Atlas is not always open when Matilda is. Baby Atlas's hours are Thu-Fri 9pm-2am; Sat 9pm-3am.

Category:

Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Neighborhood Bars

Payment Methods:

American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard

Bar & Club Special Features:

Specialty Cocktails

Smoking Permitted:

Yes

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