Venue Information

The Empty Bottle is a live music and nightclub venue located in Chicago's Ukrainian Village. Since it first opened its doors to the public in the early 1990s, the venue has garnered stellar reviews from locals, tourists and critics alike. The Empty Bottle now stands as one of the hottest spots for live music and entertainment in the Chicago area.

With live music seven nights a week from a wide variety of genres, the Empty Bottle schedule is bound to have something to suit every musical taste. The venue itself boasts excellent sight-lines, a full-service bar, an L-shaped layout, and for those very few who might not be digging the music on any given night, arcade games and a pool table. Low prices and staff who pride themselves on keeping it real have also contributed to the success of The Empty Bottle, and its ability to draw in and maintain a loyal customer base.

On top of its regular music schedule, The Empty Bottle has also hosted a number of special even ...