Chicago, IL venue guide
Plan your visit to Empty Bottle in Chicago, IL with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
Empty Bottle's official site does not publish a specific bag-size or prohibited-items policy. It does not offer a bag/coat check; small bags and purses are generally permitted at guest discretion given the venue's small size.
Entrances
Every show is 21+, and everyone needs a physical, valid ID. The venue runs will call by name, so just show ID at the door. Door tickets are cash only, with an ATM at the entrance. There's no box office, but most nights tickets are sold at the door. Re-entry is allowed.
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Empty Bottle's official site does not publish a specific bag-size or prohibited-items policy. It does not offer a bag/coat check; small bags and purses are generally permitted at guest discretion given the venue's small size.
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Empty Bottle is on the ground floor with no stairs, so it's wheelchair accessible. Seating is limited to the bar and isn't guaranteed. Guests who can't stand for long can email wilson@emptybottle.com for accommodations. One of the 3 restrooms is an ADA-friendly single-use room.
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Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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1035 N. Western Avenue, Chicago, IL
CTA's Western #49 bus stops right outside the venue at 1035 N Western Ave. You can also take the Division #70 bus to Western and walk 2 blocks south, or the Chicago #66 bus to Western and walk 5 blocks north.
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Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Empty Bottle has a fully stocked bar serving beer, cocktails and more; it takes cash and all major cards. For food, the venue points to its neighbor Pizza Friendly Pizza (Sicilian-style pan pizza by the slice or pie). Seating at the bar is limited.
Verified Oct 8, 2026Empty Bottle — FAQ
Empty Bottle has 3 public restrooms, one of which is an ADA-friendly single-use bathroom.
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A merch table is in the entrance area, next to the ATM. Empty Bottle also sells its own merch through its online store (non-refundable, shipped from an offsite fulfillment center).
Verified Oct 8, 2026Empty Bottle — FAQ
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