aliveOne

Huge aliveOne fangirl right here! This is one of my favorite bars. I like that it's divey but sometimes high energy- you can play pool and groove on a lit danceflo' all in one night.They have all kinds of goings-on that I honestly didn't know about until my last visit. Half price happy hour (every day 4p-6p), $4 beers on Tuesdays, free shows on Thursdays... plenty to do.The front space is a funky dive vibe w. cushioned barstools, hanging glass lamps, ornate decor above the bar and a jukebox complete with all kinds of oldies. Throughout the bar you can sit on vintage couches and armchairs and admire the gallery-style wall art. They host shows and private parties in their back room, which has its own bar and some dancin space! The dance floor gets pretty lit on weekends around midnight/1am.Get over to aliveOne stat for a Chicago Handshake and a vibey hang! And don't forget, Kingston Mines is just a short walk down Halsted... have fun!

We go here almost every Thursday to watch the free live music from Bonzo Squad. They bring incredible energy every week and get everyone dancing. If it's too loud, you can easily go to the front bar where it is a very calm and relaxing vibe. Great place to converse and relax with a drink. This spot is perfect for a date night or simply to just listen to great music with a friend. Highly recommend

I can't say enough good things about this place. Zach was so the highlight! He was like my best friend I hadn't seen in months. He made a custom drink order for me from a friend in Texas. It was perfect and then he exceeded perfection by. Making the house margarita which probably had 3x the alcohol!! I left with friends and so so happy!!

This was a very nice local bar. Definitely seemed like a place that many people like to go to hangout. If you come early it a nice place to chill and talk. Later in the night definitely very packed with lively vibe. There is one pool table and they have another room at the back for live music/DJs with a separate bar. The vibe in the back room was energetic with a lot of people dancing. Plus there was a dico ball.

This neighborhood bar is fantastic, with an incredibly friendly staff and a cozy atmosphere frequented by many locals. You'll find a small pool table tucked away in the back area. If you happen to be in the vicinity and are undecided on where to spend your time, this is the place to be. Their drink selection is top-notch, and they are more than willing to whip up your favorite drink. The cherry on top is that the prices are very budget-friendly.

DO. NOT. GO. I have never actually had the fear of god put in me by a bar's security guard until I stepped into this bar. I felt so extremely UNSAFE. The security was EXTREMELY aggressive, the door opened on accident and the guard handled it poorly. I will never step foot into this unsafe environment ever again.

Stephen Mackey - greatest bartender I have come across so far since I moved to Chicago 2 years ago. Stellar service, amazing sense of humor. Asked if he was single but I guess he has a wife. If he is working when you go to aliveOne, definitely order his Gin Fizz.

Bartenders know how to get down, Stephen Mackey gave 10/10 service and knows how to make a mean gin fizz. Rumor has it he was one a famous stand up? Definitely can envision it. Will definitely visit just for him!

Went to AliveOne for happy hour recently and had an awesome time. Chloe behind the bar was such a vibe and really took care of us. Great service and great atmosphere.

Love going here with my friends for a fun night! The drinks are not expensive and are decently priced! The live music was wonderful and the atmosphere is gorgeous. My only issue with this place was the bartender being very greedy. He would yell at us very often about tipping when we would tip online and more that Id rather not get into. The service from the back bar just really ruined my experience here and I hope to not have the same experience if I do return. I do recommend coming here for the music though !