Consistently good live music ranging from classic rock to 90s pop and country favorites. Even after several visits I forget there is a cover charge at the door, so you’ll want to be sure you’re in the right mood.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 3
Mark Richardson
Great lil neighborhood pub with good food, good bartenders and great live music. ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger
Gabriel Skvor
Went to see Vincent Neil Emerson. First time at Carol's after living in Chicago for 10 years. Great spot. Didn't have any food. The margarita on the menu was tasty.
Atmosphere: 5
john quinn
Fantastic experience all around: great food, great music, great service, and cold beer
Zachary Fox
Fantastic establishment! Great food, music, and atmosphere! Very authentic, super nice bartenders, and reasonable prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Justin Ford
Country Western bar does a good job at that we go for trivia and it is great. It does what it intends to do well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jen Ganson
I love this spot. Laid back and fun. Trivia on Wednesdays is really fun!
Feb 29, 2024 - Terrible, attitudinal waitstaff. Bar staff was nice though. But the lady running the main floor pushed people out of the way who were dancing and got physical with me as I was standing still in one place. The happier people became the more it upset her. I’ll never go again. Great live music though.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Aaron Shriver
One of the best places in Chicago for Live Music & Food!
I never planned to go to Carols, but every time I was there it was always good time! Glad it has lasted all of these years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ken Dillenkoffer
We met up with friends and family members on Thanksgiving weekend, and had a blast! The band was awesome and made the night- Patrick Bale and the Pale Ales- hope to see them play again soon! The atmosphere is so unique, with character and charm, also artsy and styled- fun for all ages. We didn’t eat but drinks (and shots!) were flowing. We’ll be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
N.P.
Fried Bologna Sandwich was delicious. The spicy mustard addition was a game changer. The play list was spot on. Great mix of old and new country. Loved being greeted by Dolly and Willie. Red Solo Cups were fun. Service was quick and good. Beer and signature cocktails kept our group happy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Bologna Sandwich
E Castillo
Really great neighborhood bar with dirt cheap prices. The live music is a standout and i hear the burgers are great but will wait to review that. Good vibe spot..lots of tvs to watch the
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Sue Sadkowski
This is a GREAT place to see live bands. The sound is awesome, and the atmosphere is great. Service and food great. It's a good place to get together with friends and see a show or just have dinner and a drink.
Consistently good live music ranging from classic rock to 90s pop and country favorites. Even after several visits I forget there is a cover charge at the door, so you’ll want to be sure you’re in the right mood.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 3
Great lil neighborhood pub with good food, good bartenders and great live music. ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger
Went to see Vincent Neil Emerson. First time at Carol's after living in Chicago for 10 years. Great spot. Didn't have any food. The margarita on the menu was tasty.
Atmosphere: 5
Fantastic experience all around: great food, great music, great service, and cold beer
Fantastic establishment! Great food, music, and atmosphere! Very authentic, super nice bartenders, and reasonable prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Country Western bar does a good job at that we go for trivia and it is great. It does what it intends to do well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love this spot. Laid back and fun. Trivia on Wednesdays is really fun!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Pickle Chips, Fried Cheese Curds, Chicken Tenders
YESSSS COUNTRY
Atmosphere: 5
Feb 29, 2024 - Terrible, attitudinal waitstaff. Bar staff was nice though. But the lady running the main floor pushed people out of the way who were dancing and got physical with me as I was standing still in one place. The happier people became the more it upset her. I’ll never go again. Great live music though.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
One of the best places in Chicago for Live Music & Food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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I never planned to go to Carols, but every time I was there it was always good time! Glad it has lasted all of these years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We met up with friends and family members on Thanksgiving weekend, and had a blast! The band was awesome and made the night- Patrick Bale and the Pale Ales- hope to see them play again soon! The atmosphere is so unique, with character and charm, also artsy and styled- fun for all ages. We didn’t eat but drinks (and shots!) were flowing. We’ll be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fried Bologna Sandwich was delicious. The spicy mustard addition was a game changer. The play list was spot on. Great mix of old and new country. Loved being greeted by Dolly and Willie. Red Solo Cups were fun. Service was quick and good. Beer and signature cocktails kept our group happy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Bologna Sandwich
Really great neighborhood bar with dirt cheap prices. The live music is a standout and i hear the burgers are great but will wait to review that. Good vibe spot..lots of tvs to watch the
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
This is a GREAT place to see live bands. The sound is awesome, and the atmosphere is great. Service and food great. It's a good place to get together with friends and see a show or just have dinner and a drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5