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Tonic Room

Cocktail Bar and Music Venue$$$$
North Side, Chicago
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    Erik R.
    "Ask to see the dagger, found in a basement wall during reno."(3 Tips)
    Jose b.
    "New DJ place definitely improved!"(2 Tips)
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  • Erik R.heart icon on user image
    Erik RowleyNovember 6, 2016
    Often sited as the most haunted bar in Chicago. Ask to see the dagger, found in a basement wall during reno. The staff keeps it in a towel and will not touch it and warn patrons not to either...
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    Erik RowleyNovember 6, 2016
    The dagger is believed to have been used during satanic rituals and a pentagram was found drawn years back on the basement floor. Ask about the history over a shot of Malort.
  • Megan S.heart icon on user image
    Megan SandersAugust 9, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Can get pretty cramped, but excellent bar staff and great music!
  • The Daily Meal
    The Daily MealJune 23, 2011
    A popular venue for some of Chicago’s trendiest local bands, it's known for attracting a diverse clientele. The drink offerings here are pretty standard, so stick with your most beloved standbys. Read more
  • Eboni S.
    Eboni SenaiMarch 24, 2013
    Good, small, gritty. A fav venue for the young jazz set. Hot fun in the summer, for sure.
  • Nicole D.
    Nicole DePriestFebruary 18, 2012
    Jourdan is a sweetheart. Ask her to make u sumthin special! Did i mention she was drop dead gorgeous?
  • Dave K.
    Dave KaufmanJune 7, 2011
    Ask what the glass contraption is sitting at the back of the bar up in the air. Did you get the same answer I did?
  • Jennifer H.
    Jennifer HirshFebruary 17, 2010
    ask about the sex magik dagger. lots of voodoo here (and delicious drinks)
  • Brian S.
    Brian SAugust 18, 2013
    Solid effin' music
  • Jose b.
    Jose barriosOctober 15, 2010
    Great times. New DJ place definitely improved!
  • Erik W.
    Erik WhiteMay 21, 2011
    Free shots are not as great as they sound....
  • Lauren D.
    Lauren DrogosJuly 24, 2010
    Reallll weird trippy band/dj jammin out right now and excited for them to be done
  • Lala L.
    Lala LukplaFebruary 11, 2016
    #chicago2016
  • Karin G.
    Karin GordonDecember 17, 2011
    Friday $5 Hamm's can with whiskey shot
  • kate p.
    kate paduchowskiApril 12, 2011
    Awesome dj every thursday! Go Clarence!
  • Caiti S.
    Caiti StoutApril 22, 2010
    Not diggin' the Ween cover band....
  • Jen S.
    Jen SmithMay 16, 2010
    Lame.
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