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Brando's Speakeasy
Speakeasy and Karaoke Bar$$$$
The Loop, Chicago
"One side has kareoke and the other a juke box."(2 Tips)
"They can on demand ANY karaoke song online!!!"(2 Tips)
"Love $5 pizza/$6 peach martini Friday special."(5 Tips)
"Hit the $2 pbr on friday happy hour"(3 Tips)
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Cristian LöfvallOctober 28, 2017Chill place, cool ambiance that gives you the sensation of a tiny, secretive bar. The drinks were on point and our bartender was awesome. The happy-hour food is really great!
Brittany JobesApril 27, 2018Awesome spot for a bachelorette group! There are two bars - one side has karaoke and the other had a DJ and dance floor on a Saturday night. Pro tip: go dance while you wait for your karaoke song!Upvoted Nov 22, 2024
Chris LeonOctober 6, 2013They have Redd's!!!! Big plus! Environment is a bit crazy but fun on a late night. The back room and jukebox add a nice comfy ambience to it. Pepperoni pizza is great!
Sarah WallerDecember 31, 2015Karaoke daily at 6:00 pm. Great place for an after work happy hour since karaoke doesn't start until 8:00 pm at most places or is only on the weekend.
Elie AbouatmehMay 13, 2016Awesome place. Real. Karaoke. Drinks. Bartender was amazing.. will defo do again
Lisa DentenOctober 26, 2013Just re-done and has good vibe and decor, plus extra space! Spans from Dearborn to Plymouth, entrances on each side. Always have a good time when we come!- Jamie Nesbitt GoldenJanuary 12, 2013The only other place this diverse is the Jackson Red Line stop. Love $5 pizza/$6 peach martini Friday special. Chill, unpretentious. Definitely coming back.
Awesome spot, if you're looking for a Cheer's this is it. Everyone is nice. Bring your own grub if you're hungry. Good karaoke, overall just a good place.
Chicity82May 21, 2015Great atmosphere. Small karaoke stage but two bars. Weather permitting I prefer the back patio.
- L KNovember 14, 2016Karaoke on Friday nights! Chill bad, a little loud, but a number of small tables for a small group.
- Julie Foster McCoyMarch 14, 2014What a cute bar. One side has kareoke and the other a juke box. Went with a group, danced and sang. What fun!
One of my favorite spots in Chicago. Cheap drinks, classy atmosphere, good karaoke.
Jeffery GonyaDecember 17, 2022At 50+ years old, we are easily 20+ years older than the next data point, but a good vibe.
Everything the bartenders and owner are what make this bar really special.
Savina IJuly 19, 2018Strong, cheap drinks. Good location. And did I mention the karaoke? Because they karaoke hard
Nai WOctober 12, 2014Drinks are reasonably priced so drink fast if you're in the karaoke part of the club or you'll kill yourself!
Roosevelt CollectionFebruary 9, 2012Every day, a different specialty martini is offered for only $5! Plus, they have karaoke Wednesday through Saturday at 7 PM!
Daniese LesleyNovember 23, 2013Very nice owner, great bar, great atmosphere, great service. AMAZING SPECIALS!!'
Classy and friendly! Joshua is the best bartender ever!!!!
Heath FamilyJuly 29, 2017Horribly irresponsible staff a drunk belligerent patron throwing things at others the staff didn't ask her to leave I'll never go there again wouldn't advise anyone else to either. The pizza is horrid
Poggled Party-PatrolJune 11, 2011$12 for Martinis and Cocktails ($36 value) at poggled.com. Buy this deal now from the site or our iphone/android app!
Jackie MannJuly 31, 2017The line for kareoke was incredibly long, but it was an alright place. Might go back not on a Saturday.
- Poggled Party-PatrolApril 18, 2011$10 for Beer and Pizza Karaoke Nights ($24 value). Get this deal at www.poggled.com, or download our iPhone app!
Jillian BurnickasJune 23, 2016Wasn't overly impressed. The space has limited seating and the bar gets packed.
Jaye JalsoNovember 7, 2011The karaoke is terrible here. The atmosphere is energetic, but obnoxious. Liquor selection pretty good, but bartenders unskilled. The place is ok when it's not very busy.
Mariah EvelyFebruary 5, 2017Bartender wasn't all that friendly, waited 30+ mins for our first drinks.
narniJanuary 16, 2010the bartenders on the happy hour shift hook you up -- get your wine glass filled to the brim!
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- Mon–Fri, Sun
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- 4:00 PM–12:30 AM
(773) 216-3213
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