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Gallery CabaretC-

2020 N Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 · Bar, Art gallery, Beer hall · Bucktown

Beloved neighborhood music bar with welcoming vibes, strong open mics, and affordable drinks, though recent renovations and occasional service inconsistencies divide regulars.

Our take

Gallery Cabaret delivers what it promises: an affordable, welcoming music venue with reliable open-mic programming and genuinely friendly staff. However, limited food quality and mixed post-renovation sentiment prevent a higher grade—long-time regulars miss the art-filled walls, and recent staffing changes have created inconsistency. This is a destination for live music lovers and performers, not a dining establishment, and the grade reflects that identity honestly.

One caveat: Renovation removed much-loved art; some regulars feel the soul changed

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Opening Hours

Monday17:00–02:00 Tuesday17:00–02:00 Wednesday17:00–02:00 Thursday17:00–02:00 Friday17:00–02:00 Saturday17:00–03:00 Sunday17:00–02:00
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