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The Whistler
Type: Bar, Live Entertainment, Live Music
10Best Says
No matter what night of the week you ache to get out, The Whistler has your back - and brain. There's a live show most nights: it could be jazz, rock, electronic, country, soul, Movieoke (karaoke to... Read More
No matter what night of the week you ache to get out, The Whistler has your back - and brain. There's a live show most nights: it could be jazz, rock, electronic, country, soul, Movieoke (karaoke to movie clips), film screenings, DJ sets, readings and other various and sundry entertainment to tickle your neurons and move your body.
It's also a craft cocktail bar and offers a storefront art gallery so you can sip, observe and remark about the state of art, music. politics, the Infinite You (that's a cocktail) and then have another. Currently The Whistler is open at reduced capacity Wednesday and Thursday from 6 p.m. - 1a.m., and Friday and Saturday from 6p.m. - 2a.m. Guests are required to be fully vaccinated (last shot two weeks prior to entrance date) with proof at door.
Check the web site for frequent one-off events that feature soul, funk, rock and hip-hop tunes.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Jacky Runice
Chicago Local Expert
- Best Nightlife: "It can be a squeeze on weekends so remember there's outdoor seating in the summer in the patio out back."
- Recommended as Best Nightlife Because: Travel guides adore The Whistler for reasonably priced, creative drinks and locals love it for its commitment to local musicians and artists.
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