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Old Town Ale House

4.6

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A classic since it opened in 1958, the venerable "Ale House" hasn't changed a bit. The surrounding Old Town neighborhood is no longer as bohemian as it once was, but you will still find a motley and diverse crowd in here, from the crusty barmaids, to the old drunk sitting next to you telling you everything you always wanted to know about shark fishing. Saddle up to the bar, order a Guinness, and keep your ears open. When Second City lets out, this place can get crowded with patrons and performers alike, making it one of the ... read more

Location details

219 W North Ave, Ste 1, Chicago, IL, 60610, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.61,149 reviews
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Steven C. Harlow Jr. 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Great place, warm an friendly! Pilsner was of the hook! 

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Patrick Dwyer 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

House of hospitality that Dorothy Day may (may) have approved of 

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Megan Elise 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Just a really good dive bar. 

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Dennis O. Brown 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Paintings are the treasure 

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George Sowers 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Classic old school Chicago. Very interesting paintings painted by the proprietor himself. 

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Keith Jones 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Cool old pub in a great location! Great spot for a few adult beverages! 

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Chuck Harrington 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Great place. Classic Chicago. 

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William J. Borah 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

You have just taken the Way Back Machine to 1969. Second City has just introduced its sketch comedy and improve humor. Nixon is President, war is raging and the young Boomers are pissed and active in causes ranging from civil rights to to burning bras and draft cards. Welcome to the Old Town Ale House. It’s our kind of dump. No brass, no ferns, no credit card accepted. You expect the old SNL comedians to enter, and many old comedians do enter. Enjoy the cross-generational groupings, conversations, and the art. 

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Kieron O'Brien 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Great paintings!! Cool interior. 

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How is Old Town Ale House rated?

Old Town Ale House has a 4.6 star rating with 1,149 reviews. 

When is Old Town Ale House open?

Old Town Ale House is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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