Carol's Pub
An iconic Uptown honky-tonk pairing live country bands and line dancing with a welcoming, high-energy dive-bar vibe.
- Tue – Wed, 16:00 – 00:00 (+1); Thu, 14:00 – 00:00 (+1); Fri, 14:00 – 03:00 (+1); Sat, 12:00 – 03:00 (+1); Sun, 12:00 – 00:00 (+1)
- $
- 4659 N Clark St
- 4.6 (762 reviews)
Description
Since 1973, this spacious spot has drawn a mixed crowd of neighborhood regulars and LGBTQ patrons from nearby Boystown. Beyond the music, the room hosts trivia, karaoke, and game-day sports. The setup lends an up-close concert feel to ticketed shows by local bands. From the kitchen, expect comfort food like burgers, shareable fried pickle chips, and messy Chicago dogs—though reviews on food pricing and consistency are mixed. It remains a welcoming option for solo visitors and groups alike.