Subterranean

2011 W North Ave, Chicago
(773) 278-6600

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Teflon Dollar

It's always a good time when I hit the Sub...
Local celebs are almost always in the building too...

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Char Kookmin

I was just at the Subterranean this evening and I had to post this review. First let me say the atmosphere is nostalgic and so much more intimate than larger venues. There are a lot of stairs but if stairs aren’t a problem it’s 10/10. But for me they are. But even so the staff was so friendly and helpful and went out of their way to make sure I could still enjoy the show. Never once making me feel uncomfortable for needing accommodations. I go to alot of concerts big and small. And I have been treated poorly at several. But tonight the staff made me feel welcome and that is something I don’t feel often. So I just want to say Thankyou.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Jiru Kazunari

Had a great time here for a Mystery Skulls concert awhile back! Inexpensive tickets, very intimate venue, it looks like an old Victorian house. You can walk right up next to the stage if you want to, definitely bring ear protection! Felt like the whole place would fall down around us from the bass/everybody jumping around lol. Didn't try the food or drinks so idk how they are. No or very few seats, so I'd consider it standing only and tbh I didn't see any security at all. Would definitely see a show here again!

Parking: Uber here if you can or use Spot Hero

Wheelchair accessibility: Not ADA accessible unfortunately as there are stairs and no elevator

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 4

Johnny Tuxedo

Pabst Drunk Vaccine Pushing Family-DJs. Still banking off there 2000s reputation. You will be disappointed in a night out here

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Sarah E Jenkins

Great, small, intimate venue.

Wheelchair accessibility: Lower level is wheelchair accessible.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fries, Wings

Claudia Cuellar

Nice place.. Great show!!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Angela Elkins Sandilla

It's FREEZING IN

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 5

Adam Wilk

Awesome venue for hardcore shows. I’ve only purchased alcohol here at shows so no rating for food. Always buy parking through park whiz or spot hero before the show

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

Aleczander Peppey

Saw a live show in the basement (which is actually the first floor on street level) and it was great. Free water constantly available which is important since it was very hot. The bar was quick and polite. I highly recommend ear protection as the room is incredibly small and the instruments are very close to you so it's louder/ more painful than your average rock show. The basement holds a max of 100 people so it's an intimate experience and you can guarantee you'll get up close to the band.

Wheelchair accessibility: While the basement is on street level there are small steps, a very narrow entrance way, and very cramped room itself which would make maneuvering difficult. The upper room from my knowledge would not be accessible at all.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Davith A

Hosted JMPB, venue kicks ass, staff are nice, great place for shows

Atmosphere: 5

RJ Johnson

This a review of the Open Mic show on 10-15-24. It is promoted on their website as happening every Wednesday from 10pm-Midnight. The hosts were 25 minutes late. Then there was a DJ playing loud dance music for the next 55 minutes. I had brought my guitar to play some original songs. I left at 11:20 and the Open Mic had still not started. I don’t even know if they had one. What a waste of my time, especially since I was in town from Minneapolis to play music.

Derek B

Came here specifically for a concert (Voila). Very fun small venue with an upper balcony. Drinks were not as overpriced as expected and we had a great time. Highly recommend visiting if any of your favorite groups are playing here.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

jasmine k

Great place to go for a smaller gig!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Steve Hetzel

I was having a friendly conversation with a band in the green room, then was kicked out of the venue for being in the green room. Nobody let me know they didn't want me in there. The security was not very interested in my side of the story.

Michael Sawczak

just played a show there the other night. great experience. great vibes. can’t wait to be back!

I will say watch out for parking and load in though.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

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