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Matchbox

770 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Phone: (312) 666-9292
Demeaning and stuckup service
4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/05/2006 Posted 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

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Editor's Review

Check any notion of personal space at the door--this West Town watering hole is Chicago's most intimate bar.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

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.

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Bar/Club Information

Admission

  • Free

Atmospheres

  • Bars

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Sun-Fri 4pm-2am
  • Sat 4pm-3am

Dress Code

  • Casual

Minimum Age

  • 21

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • Diners Club
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Visa

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