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Betty's Blue Star Lounge
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Category: Music Venues
Neighborhoods: West Loop, Near West Side, Ukrainian Village1600 W Grand Ave
(between Ashland Ave & Marshfield Ave)
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 243-1699
- Nearest Transit:
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Ashland (Pink, Green)
- Hours:
Mon-Fri. 4:00 p.m. - 4:00 a.m.
Sat. 6:00 p.m. - 5:00 a.m.
Sun. 6:00 p.m. - 4:00 a.m.
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Parking:
- Street, Valet
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Music:
- DJ
- Best Nights:
- Mon, Fri, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
- Coat Check:
- Yes
57 reviews for Betty's Blue Star Lounge
I used to go to this place for their house music nights and the sound system is pretty epic.
I recently went for a birthday party and was witness to a stabbing. If that's not entertainment I don't know what is. I guess they have been cleaning up their act since then. Why? It was like free cable.
I had some free drink tickets that I couldn't use because the cops were there to stop our fun. I guess stabby hour was over.
So the sound system is still good, the bartenders were nice to me so I give this place a 4 spot. Oh, the valet taking forever kind of sucked but when you have all the mayhem going on that was taking place I think they did a pretty good job.
So i guess you no longer have to wear a Kevlar body suit to go here safely. That kind of sucks.
Went for that lovely private Hallowe'en party and had fun. You know, booze will do that to you. It is a bar, they have booze and they make 'em pretty stiff. Can't speak on behalf of the beer as 1950s housewives drink liquor. Bartenders were nice and remembered what I was drinking - even after I started forgetting. Lovely little outdoor patio where I could smoke; the smoking starts to happen shortly after I start forgetting what I am drinking. When I decided I no longer wanted to be there, that usually happens after too many but not enough, they were kind enough to give me my coat back and they had some condoms out on a table (is that normal or was that just because people tend to have more unprotected sex on Hallowe'en?)
All in all had fun and should I be in the area I would not argue with someone that wanted to go there. I would probably even have fun; sometimes it happens that I truly have fun and do not fake it.
Betty Redo.
Since the whole stabbing/guy being thrown through the window incident, Betty's is trying to clean up their act. I dig it. They've added a pretty awesome beer garden out back, complete with bags (!) and some tables prime for popping a squat, smoking a cig and resting your tired toesies.
The manager, Jen (I think), was so gracious and happy to have the us invade her bar. With free entry and two free drink tickets (since Betty's doesn't do wristband parties, they offer two drink tickets if you bring in a certain amount of people with your party), it was a great way to reintroduce Betty's.
The one, minor fail was the music. The DJ was less than thrilled about playing our requests, but hey. You can't win em all, right?
Side note: The bouncer at Betty's on Halloween was incredibly hot. If you're single and reading this? Call me! What can I say? I dig the fauxhawk.
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5/30/2009
Quite honestly, I didn't know if I should give this place 1 star or 5 stars.
The scene: Friday night… Read more »
Once upon a time...and not that long, long ago....I heard scary stories about this place.
I guess the times they are a'changin.
We went to a private party here and had a blast.
The place was clean (even the bathrooms) big and fun, fun fun!
Big dance floor and stage area.
Can't really say I loved what the D.J. was playing but shook the tush none the less.
The outdoor patio was clean, plenty of seats and tables.
We were a little hungry and Jen the manager gave us the number for a local pizza joint that often delivers there...decent enough pizza.
Speaking of Jen...she couldn't have been nicer...very welcoming and gracious.
My favorite bartender...Susan...after two rounds, she knew exactly who was drinking what and we never had to wait.
Our party package included two free drink tickets, and when we did have to pay the prices were very fair.
I would definitely have a private party there.
I will go back on a "public" night and see if it still keeps it's appeal.
Betty's=Major Party Love
Yes. If you ever want to throw a major fun loving party--throw it here @ Betty's!
Not only have they been working their little fanny off to revamp up their image, they have a brand spanking new event coordinator! Jen is her name, and planning a fantastic party is her game.
Inside you can find a long bar that has alcohol screaming at your face, begging to be drunk. They have large comfy sofas, which usually are for bottle service. Qe fancy! And also, there is a HUGE, I mean huge back beer garden/patio for all you smokers. There are chairs & tables a plenty--and they have bags for the summer. Now that is what I call good shizz.
The bartenders are amazing, they have great prices on drinks, and the music is always pumping with great tunes. So come check out Betty's, and if you've already been you must give them another chance. They truly deserve it.
I have driven by this bar so many times, but finally stepped in for a fabulous Halloween party.
Overall, the bar was clean, drinks were strong and the bartenders called me honey a few times. Nice.
There is a nice space in back to dance, and the bathroom is not scary. Frankly, I was expecting kind of a dive, and was very pleasantly surprised. They did a great job decorating with spooky accents, and were festive with us.
Good job.
I really really want to give Betty's a better review, but I just can't. I was here after a party (that shall not be named!) and overall I'm not a fan of Betty's Blue Star Lounge.
Why?
1. The DJ. What was he playing? Why was he such a dick when I requested some music that people can dance to? Hey pal, if an entire bar full of people is not dancing, it's not because we don't like to dance. It's because your music is sucking.
2. The bartenders. Hey girls, I know it sucks to work on Halloween but this is your job. There's is no need to give attitude. Bailey said that one of her friends was a bartender, but she did not serve me and I want to be clear that I am not complaining about her. The other two? They were kind of snippy.
3. The Fat Tire tasted waaay off. I think they need to clean their lines.
4. The overall atmoshpere of the bar. It was dark. Way dark. As if people don't want to be recognized at Betty's (and I don't blame them!)
I tried to like you. I just didn't.
Betty's = good times on Halloween!
Friendly bartenders (I never had to flag one down to get a drink and she always gave me a smile), coat check available, nice for the chilly weather, music playing...nothing for this chick to complaint about, that's for sure.
P.S. The doorman was nice and complimented me on my costume.
P.P.S. One of the employees asked me repeatedly to enter the sexiest costume costume.
Turns out, Betty's is good for my ego too! It's close to home, I had a great time on Halloween, I'll be back!
Betty, you old slut!
So many crazy nights here...
yet I still return.
it just keeps getting better!
spent a fabulous halloween here, was pleased to see the bathrooms are finished and looking sweet, and spent way too much time out back in the beer garden!
no sign of that dick who used to work the door, no shankings, wonderfully poured drinks, and some seriously hot eye candy behind the bar courtesy of susan, zeta, and the betty's crew!
GIVE BETTY"S ANOTHER CHANCE! seriously, it's like a whole new bar.
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8/9/2009
i guess the toenail clipper stabbing/ rap battle debacle served as a wake up call for betty's… Read more »
I was a little hesitant to go to Betty's after hearing about the stabbings and window mishaps but 'a friend' told me that they were changing their style-- no more rap battles and they have a sweet beer garden. Alright, no judgement, I wasn't there that infamous night so I thought I'd give it a try especially after said friend stated she batted 100% there...
First impression when I walked in --- to the left, to the left--- Go Go Dancer #1 shaking her butt on top of the bar to some Akon. It was purple corset day apparently cause thats all she was wearing... oh and a thong! Standing at the bar watching her were a bunch of salivating dudes...
Walked in a lil further and found Go Go Dancer #2 dancing atop the pool table... I guess we aren't playing pool tonight. Purple corset and thong again. "Friend" was wondering if they took money. I would have given her a couple dollars... is that wrong?
If the dancers weren't there setting the mood to get everyone hot and steamy and wanting to feel sexy (not to mention the 4 cosmos I had earlier) I probably wouldn't have did what I did.... which leads me to Go Go Dancer #3.... me! No, I didn't take any clothes off or get on any tables but I thought I could dance real good so I tried to dance on the dancefloor. Um, yeah I can't shake it like a saltshaker like I thought. Don't know where friend went when this happened... but hoping they missed it.
Other than that, Betty's you need a bigger bathroom. Two stalls ain't cutting it... or was it 3? All I know is that it was a small bathroom for the amount of people in there.
As for batting 100%, its a 5am bar so what do you think?
P.s. - WATCH OUT FOR THE STEP when you exit out the side door. I landed flat on my face, kissing the pavement and am now left with an injury that I will remember for as long as I live. Falling at the bar =\= hot! In case you were wondering....
Oh Bettys, see you on Halloween!
I went back there this past Saturday with 3 girlfriends and the place was jam packed and we had a blast! The manager said there were B96 DJs spinning (I definitely felt my age with that one) and then JamMaster C was spinning late night- awesome music. Even though there were only 4 of us in our group we requested to sit in a bottle service booth- manager Jen said they were all reserved, but she would get us one as soon as she could. 20 minutes later we were sitting comfortably in a booth (which was needed since it was so busy) and the bottle of Grey Goose was in front of us and we were happy as could be! We've already RSVP'd for the Halloween Party and watch out 'cause we are planning on winning the Stripper Pole for 1st place! WOOHOO!!!
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9/7/2009
I used to go to Betty's years ago to see live music so when I saw an ad in The Chicago Reader that… Read more »
I was here on the infamous night some ass kicking (and stabbing and window throwing out of)took place.
I guess I cannot really judge a place on the idiotic humanoids that just happen to show up.
We got in for free thanks to a good connection and got two free drink tickets. The one I was able to use (b4 the action took place) got me a vodka tonic which was damn good. I wound up having to gulp it right before almost getting stampeded by people running from getting their ass kicked.
Was in Chicago this past weekend for the Puerto Rican day Parade & Fest. Went here with a girlfriend on Friday (slow) and Saturday (busier).
Friday night was slow; relaxing actually after a drive from Wisconsin that usually takes about 2 hrs turned into 4 because of some wicked rain; but I digress...
Friday night we arrive and get in w/ some secret word thing given to m' girl K.C. I have a cooler/cider; she gets a Heineken. We're standing talking to a couple of her long time girlfriends and I'm wondering - isn't this a "lounge"?
Okay - okay - okay: Friday night. MAYBE 20 people. Chillax music. Then WHY are all the couch seating areas still roped off @ 1AM? How in the hell am I supposed to LOUNGE when I have to sneak a seat on a bar stool? What Lady should have to pay for a seat in these stated conditions? Shouldn't I be able to lounge within a Lounge?
Fast forward to Saturday evening 2AM arrival after a day of food, music, walking and then running after mace was sprayed in the crowd at Humboldt park, same place (Betty's) but more people. Still, we don't pay due to a hook-up. We make our way to the dance floor them to the bar then the dance floor once again. The music was way better Saturday evening and although I was in great company with K.C. once again I happened to meet a possible new Salsero to dance with next time I'm in the area.
Cider Cooler = $4
Heineken = $5
Cazadores, 7-Up w/ Roses Lime = $9
I may go here again if with a group of at least 4-5 if there was nothing to do w/ no cover.
We didn't pay to get in. We got two drink tickets. A fight started outside and then another started inside about 20 minutes after we got there over some contest for $1,000. It got stabby. Someone got thrown through a window. Cops shut the place down.
One star for leaving me with one drink ticket I can't use since I am never going back there.
I feel like a total tool for suggesting that my friends even come here. I of course was lured by the promise of a Bettie Page look-a-like contest and burlesque show. This was quite possibly the most awful burlesque I have ever seen. It was more the mutual feeling of embarrassment that eventually lead me to walk out of the door. No disrespect to any of the women who were on stage, I just felt like we shared a moment that both of us would be talking about in therapy for the next month or so.
I guess I kinda rambled about the event instead of the bar. So I should mention, that I think I was hoping for a cooler decor from a place with such a cool name. It felt cold like someone's basement (now imagine seeing burlesque in someone's basement...creepy).
Sorry Betty's Blue Star Lounge.
If I were to base my review solely on the one time I crossed the threshold of this questionable joint, I'd give it two stars. That'd be for the spectacular variety of human wreckage that sleazes around the place, and for damn little else.
However, I must base my review on the following two additional facts:
1. On a nightly basis - albeit worse on weekend nights - the shit-nozzles who patronize this hellhole park on the street by my girlfriend's apartment and set to screaming, fighting, littering, tossing empties, burning rubber up and down the street, and, generally, engaging in drunken, coked-out ass-hattery like, well, drunken, coked-out asshats.
2. This past weekend, one of said shit-nozzles took a tire-iron to my car's passenger window. Asshat. Drunken asshat. Drunken, coked-out asshat. Et-goddamn-cetera.
On that basis, I would drop this place into the negative stars if I could. As it stands, one star will have to do. AVOID. Betty's is made of fail.
Dust off your sparkly button up club shirt- you know, the one with the angel wings embroidered on the shoulders...and something like "Divine Danger" scribed on the inside collar.
Don't reach for the dockers, better make this a Lee Jeans night. It's dressy, but casual, don't wanna scare away the freshly aborted putannnng.
Max out your checking account at the ATM, remember, it costs $10 to get in this corner gem, and about $5 per Miller Light. So at the very least, it will cost you your entire savings of $30 to convince those sweet cougers that you have a tanning bed in your room.
and you are all set for Betty's.
It is what it is! A total hook-up bar. A friend told me that for a girl, picking up men here is a lot like shooting fish in a barrel. I can testify that that is the truth. Granted, some of them may have escorted their baby mamas here... or may have multiple baby mamas at home... but it's a gold mine for picking up members of the opposite sex.
The DJ played great music and kept the crowd dancing and happy, and Susan the bartender is excellent. I have to be honest... I'll be back.
ok if your wasted, and i mean WASTED....like out with the girls, slurring your speech, want to dance with guys you will never see again (mainly because they all broke parole to get here) then its the place to be. Im not going to lie, ive been, ive danced, ive left loving the place, i went home yacked and got chucked back into reality.
so its def never a place to START the night. Its an after hours bar so most likely it will be record stopping dead if you go to early.
Also there is a dress code (lame) and a cover charge(lame)
The door guy was super obnoxious about us not have the required clothing, so obnoxious we didnt even wait for him to finish before we stated hailing a cab. Then when he realized at 10 bucks a pop he just turned down 70 bucks it was a different melody. WHATEVER. Now im not opposed to dress codes or covers but lets be real its grand and ashland with a gas station across the street. Not to mention we had to walk through rape alley and dirty hooker parkway to get there. So i dont think THIS place requires any of what its trying to pull. Also baggy dickies and a polyester button down don't qualify as good fashion any where else on earth but there your top notch! and your girl is TOO FAT for that...well everything she has on...
So yah, if you just got your little black ankle bracelet removed and your looking for a crunchy hair hookup this is your five star location. If you just want to get a drink even if you are wearing fridays finest and dont mind a cover....there are bout 50 other places i can recommend first.
Ok, I can see why others have given this place a poor review, but come on - you can't take any 5am bar too seriously. Mostly because the crowd that is still out from 2-5am are really only looking for three things: music, booze, and sex. And these are the three reasons why this place offers some of the best people watching around.
During my most recent excursion to Betty's I somehow landed in the role of designated sober dude when the two people I was with threw back a couple of drinks. Once I saw my friends starting to sway a bit, I realized I needed to keep a sober head on my shoulders. This allowed me to witness the ridiculous antics of all the drunk crazies boozing, dancing, and hitting on each other.
So, if you are ever in the situation of being the responsible or sober one of the group and your friends want to keep the party going - go to Betty's Blue Start Lounge. I promise you, you will walk away with several stories to share the next day.
Eeerr...this place is "interesting." I don't suggest it if you're looking for a place to go and its just you and your other girlfriend. You'll probably get hit on by someone you won't like. I suggest going with a group (that consist of at least one guy) when you come to this place. The music is "alright" although I remember one night back in 2003 when 50 cent was just hitting the airways, the music was so terrible in here that we almost begged the guy to play "In the Club" just so we'd be able to hear something we knew. It does pick up later in the night and the music gets a bit better but there are so many other good places to go in Chicago, that I would suggest skipping this place.
Yep nothing but trouble here! The good kind. Decent music (sometimes not). Down to earth vibe. Creepy rooming house next door. Decent drink prices and pretty good service.
But if anyone hears me suggest Betty's late night run the other way because there is a trainwreck about to happen! Happens everytime!
And I do love Betty's because they bought a bunch of the old furnishings from Shelter and its nice to visit the booths from the original Paramount Room once in awhile....the bar stools are actually some of Jerry Kleiners early design work.
i dont even want to give it one star but meh... im required to.
We set out for a night at Cobra Lounge, down the block, and it was way too packed there to converse with friends. So we figured.. hell, lets just go check out bettys. I havent been there in ages... and now i remember why.
There was a decent sized group of us, we walked up to the door and some weirdo door guy started pointing out all the reasons we werent gonna get in to his bar. "no gym shoes, no baseball hats, etc"... so right away when we started to hail a cab, he suddenly decided that we can come in for 10 bucks each..
bleh to that.
definitely wont ever attempt to go in there again.
Betty's is the corner slut of bars and depending upon whether she has her false teeth in or out can make or break a night.
My last time here was spinning a set with mark grant following.
Awesome house music that night in my opinion and there were only 8 other people in the bar.
The time before that it was jam packed on a saturday, mostly streetwear/timberlanding ass grinding crowd with pop hop jookin music...(the girl that brought me had a body worth spending time in purgatory for;p)
Yes they book awesome dj talent and yes they book pretty predictable djs too...check the website, different promoters pretty much dictate the ebb and flow of the place.
nothing too spectacular behind the bar, but as long as you're surrounding yourself with some decent people you should have a good time.
One night about a year ago Agent Orange played a show here. I literally had NOTHING else to do so I decided to travel halfway across the city to see the show. I figured I might run into a friendly face or two, see a decent show and have a decent Friday night.
Wrong. I saw a lot of people there that I do not want to become later in my life, the "let's dress up punk on the weekends with our perfectly gelled up hair and bitchin' new wave sport jacket, and when we act all crazy look around with a goofy smile on my face and make sure everyone sees this wild and crazy guy re-living his youth." Yeah, as you can guess I didn't talk to anyone there. I had to sit there and sip a $4 Old Style for forty five minutes just so I wouldn't lose my mind from boredom.
When Agent Orange finally did start to play someone dropped a glass, which then meant that a big "professional bouncer" type of guy had to stand literally directly in front of Palm for the rest of the set. What?
Is this the bar or is it the crowd that Agent Orange (who were ok when they weren't playing shitty post-"Living In Darkness" stuff) brings in these days? Who knows. Judging from the other reviews it doesn't look like my thoroughly mediocre night was much of a fluke.
Ugh! Is all I can say about this place.
If you are into coochie popping and reenacting the scene from SNL with the Roxy Boys then go here. Seriously it was sad to see so many men bumping and grinding one girl. Then again these women are so desperate they allow that. Such class! Imagine flies on a poop and you will have this place.
Say whatever you want. This place is nasty. One star is too much in my opinion. Nice staff though.
You're joking right? You're going to make the four of us stand out here in the Chicago cold? Oh, you're at capacity you say? Cut to 10 mins later when the Dbag bouncer decides to let us in. Mind you, no one has left in those 10 minutes unless someone snuck out a back fucking door somewhere. Or spontaneously combusted because they couldn't stand this 'stuck on itself' scene anymore. Oh right - here's my $10 jerk. So we elbow our way through the crowd towards the dance floor. Actually they did. I bellied up to the bar because I was going to have to be shit faced to even tolerate this crap hole. But before any of the girlies could tinkle or I could order a drink - we were informed that we would have to leave because the gentleman in our party was over intoxicated. SERIOUSLY? He wasn't too drunk to take his $10 about 5 minutes ago. This place is over run with both employees and clientele that think they're shit don't stink. Keep that jazz. I'm glad we got booted. I made my way towards Liars. You couldn't pay me to step foot in this joint again!
pool table... outdoor seating durin the day... good safe neighborhood... goes real late too... COVER CHARGE kinda stiff...
Honest to goodness, there is a chunker of a bouncer outside who bars you from entering if you are wearing sneakers. Or rather tries to stop you, then allows you in (with elaborate reluctance) on the advice of a supervisory door-whore, but only after giving you a hard time for ten minutes (ten minutes of your life that are gone FOREVER, ten minutes you could have spent riding a cab home). But "it's my friend's birthday" you tell yourself. You get shaken down for ten dollars, go inside, and realize what "quality" means when the only control is stopping the people wearing sneakers and trainers. Sigh. You should have stayed home and had a bottle of wine.
Only two stars because they are charging cover of $10 dollars.. NOT WORTH IT.
So Betty's I have been going off and on for years. One thing that always seems to change is the clientele. I think they have always drawn in bad vibe people.. It is like most of the women are looking for Drama and most of the men NOT all but most seem to be very persistent looking for a chick.
I agree about the music. It seems they reply songs 3 or 4 times while you are there. But to be honest this is a late stop. By the time you get here after 1230p it is all about drinking and dancing. Then you go home. I never had to wait in the line outside but have seen many doing it. I wouldn't wait.
Betty's is a last late resort Place. You will have to make your own fun..
Bettys is my neighborhood bar/club so I think by default I have to love it or at least like it occasionally. I've been there many many late nights and it's a fun place to be. Keep in mind you need to usually make your own fun. It tends to pull in a "tougher neighborhood" crowd, which I think they're trying to change. The DJ is so so, I think they just put on a cd of the same music week to week because it never changes. And I swear the DJ is stuck in a few years behind because there is never any NEW music. The owner and Scott the manager are great they really take care of regulars!
They've also added a little outdoor patio for smoker. I don't smoke but that's very considerate.
First, the doorman will not let you in if you are not dressed up to his standards. Keep in mind that denying someone entry into a bar IS ILLEGAL. If you are not wearing shoes and/or shirt, yeah, it's okay to refuse them at the door, but if not wearing the "proper" shoes (as the doorman said), is against the law. According to the doorman, "proper" shoes are dress shoes, not flip flops or sneakers. I will note at this time, that the doorman is not dressed up to his own standards: he was wearing crappy sneakers.
And second, the drinks are not mixed well. They do not give you a full shot in your drink. And they are expensive.
GO ELSEWHERE! ANYWHERE!
My friend and I went here a few months ago (it took me a minute to remember the name of the bar and then to find it on yelp) while we were recruiting sports teams to be sponsored by our bar.
We stopped in to have a beer at Betty's and were pretty much the only people there. The fact that it was 7:45 pm on a Monday night probably had a bit to do with that - but they were gearing up to host a band that night, and the bar definitely had the space and the acoustics for that kind of thing.
We hung out at the bar and bullshitted with the bartender who gave us free shots(!!) because she knows one of the bartenders at our bar. What a sweetheart. If I'm ever back in that neighborhood, I'll be sure to stop in.
As per Rachel H., yeah I come here when I'm trashed. The music is not bad but the place is always packed w/ people making a fool out of themselves. Fun to watch.
The drinks are basic but at this point I just stick to beer. They have booths that can seat anywhere from 5-8 people, but thy're always packed!
This could never be my regular hang out, but I've had many a good time in this place after hours.
Decent music and always a diverse crowd. Don't expect to find a seat and the drinks are a little on the steep side, but the bartenders are incredibly friendly and it's a pretty chill vibe, except for the one door guy who's often a big grouch. To be honest, I'm not sure if he still works there because he wasn't there a couple weeks ago. If so, beware.
Is it worth the $5? Jury's still out.
it's worth going monday night for the drinks alone. $2 drinks. not just rail drinks. ANYTHING. black cherry effen & diet coke......... $2???? seriously?!?!?!?! yes. ANYTHING.
it's a little dead inside but prefer that over getting goosed by gyrating genitalia on fri/sat night.
oh and there's free pool. you will have contracted seven diseases upon touching the table, but with $2 drinks, you'll be able to save the money you will need for doctor visits and prescription medicine
I went to Betty's on a Monday night to see a good friend's band play. Apparently, Monday nights are always free, and I thought I heard that it is the only night they have live music.
It was pretty disorganized...you could tell they didn't deal with live music often - and my friend's band, that was supposed to play around 9, didn't go on until almost 11:30. Yikes, for getting up for work the next morning.
Other than that it was fine. It's pretty far out of the way from where I live, and there are plenty of trashy bars in my neighborhood. I don't think I'll be traveling for this one.
I always have a good time when I go to this place despite the fact that it can get really crowded (depending on the night) and the drinks can be a bit pricey if you're not getting a special. If you're lucky enough to grab a table..hold on to it! The surrounding neighborhood is a little sketchy looking but nothing to worry about. Try it on a weekend for your first time...oh and we almost always find street parking (with designated driver I must add)
Cool bar located on the near West Side of then Loop, Betty's has been a great watering hole for awhile now. The inside decor is outstanding, and they have some nice beers on tap. The bands that play at Betty's can be weak at times, but overall this is a bar you need to see and appreciate. The bartenders are always fun to deal with, and I have never had a bad experience visiting here.
