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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

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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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Tommy Thurst 
7 years ago

It was awesome! A great place! The female bartender is one of the most attractive ladies I have seen anywhere! She is very bright. She didn't like me too much..... 

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Arthur Clay Tillis 
7 years ago

I'm a patron of the Old Town Ale House from the seventies 1975 to be precise great place 

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Marcus Bautista 
7 years ago

This place is a gem around the corner from Second City. Belushi and Aykroyd both used to drink here. 

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Abraham Parra Romo 
7 years ago
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Paul Ruginis 
7 years ago

Amazing dive spot. I'll be back. Cash only brings me back to the 80's. 

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Angelo Vaggelis Matziaris 
7 years ago
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Timothy Lawrence 
7 years ago

Tim and John - best there ever was. Lamar is rad too! Love this place. 

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Sandra Kean Bullock 
7 years ago
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Dan G. Parmer Jr. 
7 years ago

Vibe was chill. Just the way I like to throw a few back. Great place to escape the complexities of our world and step back to simpler times. Good drinks, great people. 

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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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