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Martyrs'

Martyrs'

Music Venue, Rock Club, and Restaurant
North Center, Chicago
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Martyrs'
7.7/10
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    Rebecca R.
    "The Moth story slam is fantastic but really, get here early."(5 Tips)
    Ellen S.
    "Nice stage for an intimate event/show."(3 Tips)
    Mike H.
    "Big C jamboree"(2 Tips)
    Rob L.
    "First Thursday every month is the Big C Rockabilly and Roots night."(2 Tips)
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  • Chris B.
    Chris BrandtMarch 11, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Big Bricks across the street is a great place to eat before a show, or to have a tasty drink during set break.
  • Jeff W.
    Jeff WillingerNovember 27, 2013
    Wear very comfortable shoes because you're going to be standing most the night :-)
  • Rob L.
    Rob LMay 11, 2011
    First Thursday every month is the Big C Rockabilly and Roots night. Host band plus open mic. 20 years strong! Check it out.
  • My Social One
    My Social OneSeptember 27, 2011
    Moth Story Slam is featured on NPR and has gained national recognition due to the personal tales of the charismatic authors.
  • Julia S.
    Julia StylesJanuary 30, 2013
    Go to the moth. Last Tuesday of the month. Great storytelling odcadt on NPR
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    Ellen S. P.August 7, 2014
    Nice stage for an intimate event/show.
  • Natasha C.
    Natasha CasanovaFebruary 25, 2010
    Beer list could be better but great sound & stage. Great place to see live music!
  • Jules W.
    Jules WightAugust 10, 2011
    The artichoke, black olive, and Parmesan pizza is darn good.
  • Carles D.heart icon on user image
    Carles DiazBritoFebruary 15, 2015
    Music. Cocktails. Beer
  • Andrew B.
    Andrew BraudyDecember 18, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    I love the house band - Tin Lynott
  • Alesha B.
    Alesha BalesAugust 8, 2011
    Rock a Billy Thursday's!! Lots of fun! But you better dress up! Read more
  • Chrissy N.heart icon on user image
    Chrissy NickelNovember 23, 2014
    Fun venue, low stage
  • Reverend J.heart icon on user image
    Reverend JimJune 26, 2012
    Say hello to Ellen and Tyler who help produce the Moth!
  • Sarah B.
    Sarah BurghardtJanuary 15, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The ladies' toilet is very clean!
  • Robert Z.
    Robert ZappelliNovember 18, 2012
    Yeah the August and Dan Hubbard and the Humadors
  • Avrom l.
    Avrom litinJune 27
    Been here 5+ times
    Tributasourous
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    MalloryFebruary 4, 2013
    rockabilly night is always a treat
  • Matt Spudart M.
    Matt Spudart MaldreJuly 13, 2012
    Play pinball: The Who's Tommy Pinball Wizard
  • L.
    L.August 25, 2010
    Cleanest bathroom of any venue in Chicago. Nice job guys!
  • Anne G.
    Anne GrantskiMarch 31, 2010
    Go to The Moth story slam held here once a month. Get here early.
  • Mike H.heart icon on user image
    Mike HawkinsFebruary 6, 2015
    Big C jamboree
  • Michael C.
    Michael CarrollAugust 4, 2011
    Great place to see Tributosaurus
  • Rebecca R.
    Rebecca RomineMay 26, 2010
    The Moth story slam is fantastic but really, get here early.
  • Tony S.
    Tony SabatinoMay 31, 2011
    Moth Story Slam last Tuesday of every month
  • narni
    narniMarch 7, 2010
    pecha-kucha night is brilliant! volume 14 is set forJune 1st! Read more
  • My Social One
    My Social OneSeptember 27, 2011
    Moth Story Slam!
  • Faith B.
    Faith Babe JesusAugust 12, 2011
    COULD MY GROUP PERFORM HERE
  • narni
    narniMarch 3, 2010
    pecha-kucha night is brilliant!
  • Liliana C.
    Liliana CortezNovember 22, 2013
    Smells like B. O.
  • Mike K.
    Mike KotlerOctober 26, 2012
    Nirvana sucks
  • Greg M.
    Greg MFebruary 26, 2010
    Process show rocked
  • Steve R.
    Steve R.December 13, 2009
    $4.50 for a PBR? Give me a break.
  • Darick M.
    Darick MaasenFebruary 24, 2010
    I hate the seating here...or lack thereof.
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Martyrs'
3855 N Lincoln Ave (at Byron St)
Chicago, IL 60613
United States
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Martyrs' has been a cultural and musical establishment for nearly two decades. Built on the foundations of good beer, good food, and most importantly - good music; the venue has been able to attract some of music's most acclaimed live acts.
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Open until 2:00 AM (Show more)
  • Mon–Fri, Sun
    • 6:00 PM–2:00 AM
  • Sat
    • 6:00 PM–3:00 AM
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(773) 404-9494
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@martyrslive
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