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Exit

Bar β€’ Night club

Long-running late-night punk bar in a dark, narrow, industrial space with gas masks & skull art.


Address

1315 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60642, United States

Contact

+1 312-248-0087

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (868 reviews)

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Working Hours

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  • 1/5 Angelic S. 2 years ago on Google
    I was really happy to hear that they were closing. Here's hoping they never get it open again. I can confirm what some of these other one star reviews have said. A few years back I lost my phone and wallet at the downstairs bar. Instead of helping me find it, they cursed at me for asking them about it, and then kicked me out. I kid you not. I'm pretty sure one of the bartenders stole it. Not only because it was two bartenders and a security guard who kicked me out after I asked for help finding my items, but because my items MYSTERIOUSLY RESURFACED a week later after I'd called the police on them and threatened litigation. On a separate note, the cover to get upstairs was never worth it and the DJs were trash. Not only were they trash, but they'll curse you out if you request a song. Zero professionalism, crime, and dirty bathrooms. Steer clear.
    17 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Xochitl M. 4 years ago on Google
    I went there last Saturday night and paid $10 to go upstairs. It was dead so my friend and I went back downstairs to ask for our money back so we can go somewhere else. The bouncer kept refusing to give our money back even though we were only there for 5 minutes. He told us it would be another 2 hours before it would start picking up, but we didn't want to waste our time. We asked for a manager and he never called for one and was only on his phone trying to ignore us. We spent more time asking for a manager than we spent upstairs. Then he eventually told us he will give us back $5 each. I was highly dissatisfied with the customer service that night. This place looks cool, and it seems like it could be fun. However, based on my experience that night I'm giving it the lowest rating. Paying $10 to walk up and down the stairs is ridiculous.
    12 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Ray 2 years ago on Google
    It was cool when It was a metal bar now its something else go see for yourself
    8 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 LaBelle D. 5 years ago on Google
    Oh the Exit, this place has been going for years. Not for the faint of heart, this old school club/dive bar is still going strong after 30 years. Nothing fancy here but they do have some decent craft beers on tap. Dance the night away listening to Danzig, Nine Inch Nails, Misfits, they might throw in some old school industrial,metal, or punk rock. They have all kinds of happenings upstairs, from blacklight parties to S&M nights, a few weeks ago we checked out one of their bondage parties. I love this place and I hope it rocks on for another 30 years.
    6 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Adam C. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a rock bar. What do you expect from there? Made lots of memories and met lots of great people there. I hope they open back up one day. πŸ™
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 ONE S. 7 months ago on Google
    Closed at 4am, for the freaks and weirdos, a great place, is missed very much. Sad to see Chicago turning "puss".
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Jim T. 7 months ago on Google
    Please stay closed. Just let it die like that Exit Summit place. Remember when they did rap parties with $60 covers lmfao. What a joke....
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Cailan S. 4 years ago on Google
    Sticky floors, expensive drinks, and loud music: the three components of any good Chicago bar. I love the dark industrial/metal music playing downstairs. Might as well play some pool while you're there.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Zim Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Super cool dive bar. Open late with a great atmosphere. The staff here are super nice and very tolerable of your foolishness once you start drinking. They've got some pretty tasty drinks as well. On top of all of that they also play awesome music. This is my favorite bar hands down
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Sasha G. 5 years ago on Google
    Where else can you request "Hold Your Children Close and Pray For Oblivion" on a Sunday night and have it played Excellent ambiance
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 CHRISTIAAN L. 3 months ago on Google New
    This place has been closed for years but I had one of the best nights of my life here.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Jennifer S. 2 years ago on Google
    This is the second time I come and it says in their website that it’s open. I get there and the doors are close , I also try calling and no answer. If this place is close shouldn’t they update their stuff. So unprofessional. This place is whack now. Don’t waste your gas coming to here.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Vengeance S. 2 years ago on Google
    Dimly lit, perfectly dark. Who doesn't love this decadence
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 LAKEISHA A. 2 years ago on Google
    They only accepted cash, I waited so long to get in I actually left.. if I'm paying $750 there should be no wait for me and my guest πŸ€·πŸΎβ€β™€οΈ
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Hannah B. 4 years ago on Google
    Coolest bar i have ever been to! The vibe is great and i love the music they play and the movies they play. Staff was very interactive and super chill. Can't wait to go back!

  • 3/5 Alanna R. 2 years ago on Google
    Grimey and rough around the edges... but fun.

  • 1/5 Courtney C. 2 years ago on Google
    Terrible experience. The manager has an attitude and will get mad about anything you say and will stop you at the door if he feels disrespected. Do not come here.

  • 5/5 Damian A. 2 years ago on Google
    Exit is the weirdest bar in the best way. Your outcasts can be found here and they are funner than your Wrigleyville crowd.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • βœ“οΈ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • βœ“οΈ Beer
    • βœ“οΈ Food
    • βœ“οΈ Alcohol
    • βœ“οΈ Dancing
    • βœ“οΈ Spirits
  • Dining options
    • βœ“οΈ Seating
    • βœ“οΈ Outside food allowed
  • Service options
    • βœ“οΈ Outdoor seating

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