The Empty Bottle
1035 N Western Ave, Chicago
(773) 276-3600
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Classic concert venues on the west side of Chicago hosting internationally renowned acts to local performers. Very cool bar sitting at the back of the stage floor. A raised upper floor also allows more patrons to pack themselves in for a show. The bathroom graffiti and stickers are the best!
Dracula's Halloween Special 2025 at the Empty Bottle, featuring Sindy Vicious, More Ephemerol, Ronnie Stone, and Madeline Goldstein. The venue is cozy, and was decorated in a spooky analog horror vibe. Great, dramatic lighting that didn't try to blind you with lasers. The music was dark wave and synthpop, mixed in with some stand-up from Dracula and dance acts from Sindy Vicious.
It’s the kind of place where you can catch incredible up-and-coming bands one night and seasoned indie legends the next. The sound quality is excellent for such an intimate space, and the atmosphere is pure rock-and-roll — raw, unpolished, and full of energy. Drinks are affordable, the lighting sets the perfect underground vibe, and the crowd is always lively and diverse. It’s a place that celebrates real music and creativity without the pretension, making every show feel...
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