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Long-running bar with a laid-back saloon setting, live music & beer garden with hoops.
Hours
| Monday | 4 PM–2 AM |
| Tuesday | 4 PM–2 AM |
| Wednesday | 4 PM–2 AM |
| Thursday | 4 PM–2 AM |
| Friday | 3 PM–2 AM |
| Saturday | 2 PM–2 AM |
| Sunday | 2 PM–2 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1800 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Phone: (773) 486-9862
Website: http://www.wicker-park-bars.com/phyllis-musical-inn.html
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Reviews
Heba
Fun event but understaffed for the crowd
Came to see a friend’s band perform and had a great time overall. The event itself was fun and the crowd brought great energy. However, it felt like the staff wasn’t fully prepared for the size of the crowd, even though the event seemed planned in advance.
There was only one main person serving drinks, with a few others helping, but they clearly seemed overwhelmed. It took quite a while to get the bartender’s attention, and my order was forgotten at one point due to the rush.
Still, despite the long wait for drinks, the performance and atmosphere made it a good night. Hopefully they’ll be better staffed for future events.
… moreCame to see a friend’s band perform and had a great time overall. The event itself was fun and the crowd brought great energy. However, it felt like the staff wasn’t fully prepared for the size of the crowd, even though the event seemed planned in advance.
There was only one main person serving drinks, with a few others helping, but they clearly seemed overwhelmed. It took quite a while to get the bartender’s attention, and my order was forgotten at one point due to the rush.
Still, despite the long wait for drinks, the performance and atmosphere made it a good night. Hopefully they’ll be better staffed for future events.
Kyle Weidie
There’s nothing quite like walking into a bar and being immediately outed as not-from-around-here—especially when it’s done with the warmth of a veteran bartender who just wants to make sure you don’t get stuck. “Cash only,” she said. “And no ATM.” Challenge accepted. We dug deep and scraped together $7 in crumpled bills—just enough for two Hamm’s and a dollar tip. And honestly, we might’ve gotten a little street cred for it.
Phyllis’ is part dive, part live music haunt, part time capsule. It’s been around since 1954 and wears every year like a badge. The front room is dim, the furniture feels like it’s seen more bands than some local radio stations, and the cooler behind the bar doubles as décor and institution. There’s a whole printed flyer of who’s playing and when, and yes, we did just miss a band called Leon, The Bandit?.
Still, the place had energy. The kind of bar where the clientele slants older for the men and younger for the women, and somehow that feels perfectly normal in this space. It may have been the pre-band, post-band, or no-band crowd—we’ll never know. I was surprised the music didn’t go later, but for a neighborhood bar, that probably has less to do with vibes and more to do with ordinances and the right kind of peace with the city.
And then, of course, there was the Hamm’s. $3 cans, cold, no questions asked. As I described it in the moment, Hamm’s tastes like a water-flavored beer that had been smoking cigarettes but then brushed its teeth with Hamm’s beer before going back on its shift of being a beer. And I wouldn’t have had it any other way.
Phyllis’ isn’t trying to be polished. It’s trying to survive—and throw a good party in the process. I’d come back with more cash, more time, and a band worth chasing.
For the Hamm’s, for the honesty, and for the history.
… morePhyllis’ is part dive, part live music haunt, part time capsule. It’s been around since 1954 and wears every year like a badge. The front room is dim, the furniture feels like it’s seen more bands than some local radio stations, and the cooler behind the bar doubles as décor and institution. There’s a whole printed flyer of who’s playing and when, and yes, we did just miss a band called Leon, The Bandit?.
Still, the place had energy. The kind of bar where the clientele slants older for the men and younger for the women, and somehow that feels perfectly normal in this space. It may have been the pre-band, post-band, or no-band crowd—we’ll never know. I was surprised the music didn’t go later, but for a neighborhood bar, that probably has less to do with vibes and more to do with ordinances and the right kind of peace with the city.
And then, of course, there was the Hamm’s. $3 cans, cold, no questions asked. As I described it in the moment, Hamm’s tastes like a water-flavored beer that had been smoking cigarettes but then brushed its teeth with Hamm’s beer before going back on its shift of being a beer. And I wouldn’t have had it any other way.
Phyllis’ isn’t trying to be polished. It’s trying to survive—and throw a good party in the process. I’d come back with more cash, more time, and a band worth chasing.
For the Hamm’s, for the honesty, and for the history.
Patrick Bullard
Great bar, cool bartenders and music. This was the first bar I hit when I moved to Chicago and instantly got a shot of Malort from some locals, it was… an experience lol. I’m definitely coming back here!
… moreAlysha Balog
A unique gem in the city. Great late night spot that often has live music. Cash only.
… moreElliott Soto
Heard Jazz walking by this place on Monday, so decided to check it out. Was wondering if I was in the right place as it looks like a typical dive bar, but walked to the back and they have an awesome outdoor yard with great musicians! Ill be back.
… moreSantana Adame
Local dove bar. Ended up going on brass band night…super cool older musicians and sounded great. Bar manager walked around with a tip jar and basically demanded tip. I gladly gave money but would have rather not had a tip jar presented to me. Cheap beer no frills Joint. Cash only
… moreBrian Read
Woke up in the beer garden at 6am when cleaning service arrived. Vague memories of a guy selling tamales while a sort of punk free-jazz band wailed away onstage. Owner Clem made me do a mug of some kind of mead. Fight broke out over free potato chips and a toothless girl ran out crying at one point. I passed out trying to reach the men’s room. If you come here bring a jacket and some sturdy boots.
… moreSam Donets
If you like beer and places that haven’t changed since the 80s, then this place is for you.
… moreBe ej
aggressive barmaid chased us out and assaulted my friend (pushed him against the wall next to the patio door) after we made a joke for short changing us. We didn’t really care that she short changed us the $5 it was clearly her problem for not being able to count (and not be able to take a joke and apologise). The way in which she then overly aggressive and was rude to everyone in my group sat outside on the patio was ridiculous, I’ve lived in Chicago for 10 years now and I’ve never been treated like that before. Stay away… you have been warned
… moreKim R
We listened to some really good music inside & then sat outside and on the patio and enjoyed the night air. Bought tamales from tamale guy & headed home!
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