Live Bands and Basement DJs: Logan Square Weekends

3.6 (126)

Thu, 21:00 – 02:00 (+1); Fri, 22:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sat, 22:00 – 05:00 (+1)

2045 N Milwaukee Ave

Smoke & Mirrors hosts electronic DJ sets in an intimate basement bar in Logan Square. The room has a balanced sound system. Sofas in the chill zone offer a break from dancing. Friday hours run from 10 PM to 4 AM. Saturday hours run from 10 PM to 5 AM. Entry is limited to guests aged 21 and over.

4.7 (189)

Tue – Thu, 16:00 – 00:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 13:00 – 02:00 (+1)

2044 N Western Ave

A custom koi pond and stone fire pit anchor the back patio at O's Tap. An outdoor bar serves the space. This neighborhood dive on Western Avenue hosts occasional live music and pop-up food events. Live music has no cover charge. Friday and Saturday hours run until 2 AM. The bar accepts cash only. Entry is limited to guests aged 21 and over.

4.5 (581)

Mon – Tue, 19:00 – 02:00 (+1); Wed – Fri, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 15:00 – 03:00 (+1); Sun, 15:00 – 02:00 (+1)

2338 N Milwaukee Ave

Cole's Bar hosts live bands in the back of this relaxed Logan Square dive. Local art hangs on the walls. A vintage photobooth produces darkroom pictures. Guests can settle into wooden bench booths or play pool. The bar closes at 2 AM on Fridays and 3 AM on Saturdays. Entry is 21+ only.

4.3 (1,272)

Mon, 17:00 – 02:00 (+1); Tue – Sun, 12:00 – 02:00 (+1)

2450 N Milwaukee Ave

Estereo plays global music from the 1960s and 1970s on vinyl. A cement triangle bar anchors the room. Bartenders guide guests through mezcal flights. Nighttime drinks include Latin-accented cocktails and slushies. This Logan Square hangout closes at 2 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. Entry is free.