Metro

Very cool place for a more intimate show - went to The Sheepdogs concert here and it was incredible! There is bar access on both the stage level and balcony and the bartenders were friendly and helpful. They also have a coat check right when you walk into the building, which is necessary for winter shows so you don't have to hold your jacket. My only gripe is the women's bathroom was on the 3rd floor and men's bathroom was on the 1st floor, which meant when they were having people leave the venue, the woman were not allowed to go back up to use the bathroom though the men still could. That is the only reason for 4 stars instead of 5.

Had always wanted to see a show at this historic venue. Caught The Get Up Kids and the Smoking Popes for the 25th anniversary of Something to Write Home About. I liked that the merch had its own room off to the side. Was easier to talk to the merch guy and not be overly crowded. The show felt oversold. There's the floor and two levels of balconies to watch from and we couldn't find a single place where we could see. Our group had a few people that are 5'4" / 5'5" but I'm 6'1" and still couldn't see. Drinks were a little on the expensive side, but nothing out of the ordinary for a concert venue. The bathroom situation wasn't the best. From what I could tell the only mens bathroom was on the first floor and the only women's on the third floor. Maybe I missed something somewhere, but it was so crowded maneuvering was difficult.

A staple of the Chicago Music scene. Very small and intimate venue where performing is a right of passage for any band trying to make it big. I haven't been here in a years, but had to go see the Get Up Kids. While downstairs , I heard the opener through the ceiling, which gets you pump. And there is no better feeling ascending the stairs to see the bands performing.

What a club!!! Definitely one of the best afterhours clubs I've ever been to. Mostly because the employees were nice, the bartenders were fun and happy, and the crowd. Everyone is on the same level. Safe environment and judgment free. Amazing sound system. Seating available. Air conditioning that actually works. Thank you guys! Side note: Metro upstairs, Smartbar is downstairs.

The Metro/Smart Bar : a classic chicago nightlife institution. A wonderful venue for all your show going needs.

Saw late show of Hippo Campus and was great to see them in a small, intimate setting.. Saw the Ramons and the Smiths back in the day and loved seeing them there, was so close to them.. Great place to see your favorite band!

Good venue with ornate interior right across from Wrigley Field. Extremely easy to get to by transit and well incorporated into the surrounding area. I like the layout where everyone is very close to the stage, downside being that some areas are pretty far off to the side. The balcony is really nice and I highly recommend grabbing some of the bar type seating which is off to the side of the balcony. Definitely one of the better venues in the city with an intimate feel.

I came to my first ever rock concert unattended when I was 14 22 years ago. I just went and saw Russian Circles Saturday and man Metro retains all the magical wondrous badassery it's always had. There is nothing like going to The Metro. Acoustics are great. The aesthetic is perfect. Cash only bar but they do have ATMs. Keep doing what you're doing Metro.

Ahhhh the Metro. Just the other day I was chatting with friends about which music venue in Chicago we've been to most - and I can safely say for me, it's the Metro! Located right in Wrigleyville, parking can be a biotch, so I deff recommend taking the cta or ubering here. The bar is cash only, but there are ATMs inside the venue. The staff at the bars is always really nice! Pro tip: There's a nice balcony if you get there early enough you can be in the front of the balcony and see the show from up above!

Have seen a handful of concerts at this venue and enjoy the history and intimacy. This is a general admission venue and has a main floor and small balcony area. The bar is on the third floor, as well as the women's restrooms. There are lots of stairs even to get to the main floor. The bar is on the third floor and is cash only. I usually try and get a spot on the third floor to enjoy the performance, it is easy access to the bar and restroom.

I recently visited Metro for Urbanite where multiple teams participate to showcase their dance talent. I had a blast at this place! The security was pretty smooth. There were 2 queues - one for those who had tickets and the other for those who were buying it on the spot. Both the queues moved by pretty quickly. It is a little tight space but honestly it was too much fun irrespective. My friend had informed us prior, so we got there a bit early and could nicely enjoy the performances. There was also an After party which was so much fun. The DJ played good throwback and trendy pop hits. This was the first time where I was in a club with all professional dancers and it was sucha great experience!! It is a cash only bar so make sure to carry some cash before hand. They have an ATM too but it has an extra service charge. We ordered a bunch of drinks - seltzers, green tea shots and vodka soda. The drinks are a bit pricey but they were potent so not bad! I will come back to Metro to enjoy more gigs in the future for sure!

Well, I came back to Chicago for a show at Cabaret Metro. Maybe I'm just becoming a grumpy old man but I guess I can understand now why this venue isn't loved. It has history and charm(ish), but is otherwise ho-hum. Worth noting that the ADA section feels like a severe afterthought. Third floor of a walk-up, so not wheelchair accessible at all. It's tucked in a corner adjacent to the toilets so if you're lucky, you'll get a nice aroma with the show. Viewability is hit or miss, but now that I'm in the handicap camp, I can see how it's not prioritized anywhere, and is in fact a burden. They were nice about my emailed request and checking-in/jumping the queue, but classic IDGAF attitude with the barkeep. Worth a visit if you've never been, but nothing special.

This is a very intimate venue. I love the atmosphere and I love their extensive array of offerings. I've seen numerous metal shows here and will continue to do so.

Maybe it's just me, but as a non-Chicagoan that's been to Beat Kitchen, Radius, H.O.B, Bottom Lounge and Concord Music Hall for concerts, this is probably my least favorite. They have a coat check that's definitely needed in the winter. Entry was easy and smooth but that was when it was cold (22F) and windy. Two main reasons it's not my fave: Small women's bathroom - ON THE THIRD FLOOR - men's is on the first and CASH ONLY FACILITY. Two smaller things: annoying fans - not spectator fans - two metal fans precariously placed to keep people cool at the barricade right in your ear. And the floor - could you make it more prone to drunk people hurting themselves not paying attention to where they walk?! Yikes! On the upside... The venue layout was cool. There wasn't a bad view from the floor - or the balcony, I checked. The staff was very attentive when I called out a girl at the barricade who drank too much and when a member of the tour fell off the riser on the stage.

I was there Saturday night. Not happy about your guy from Lincolnshire introduced the Ike Band. Leave your political comments at home!!

I go out a pretty good amount and this is the worst venue I've been to in Chicago yet - so bad that I will actively avoid it going forward. First, We got there around 10:30 and their clothes check had filled up already. It wasn't even that cold out, I can't imagine going here if people are getting there wearing thick coats. Second, there's these stairs that you have to walk up to get to the main venue and they were packed.. well security kept yelling at everybody at the bottom of the stairs to keep moving but there wasn't anywhere to go.. they needed to be yelling to the people at the top of the stairs. There was a few drunk people who started yelling back at the security guard trying to tell him that and I thought they were going to get into a fight (I would have been on the random persons side, their security staff is horrible!) Third, all the bars are cash only, it's not 1995... be a modern bar and let me pay with tap to pay - it'd be way more efficient and secure. It's dangerous to carry cash, and slower to serve people. We had a good night overall, but the venue staff and management did everything they could to make sure we didn't. Hate hate this venue!

Gorgeous Venue. I've seen all kinds of artists here! My favorite was Billie Eilish. Looking forward to the next time I go

Talk about a blast from the past and I am so happy to see the next generation is also going here. I have seen many a concert here here through the years. And I am happy to say The Queen as discovered this venue. She took me here in March and August to see Joywave. These were her first concerts at the venue. I love that they require proof of vaccination as well as IDs. Not everyone was wearing masks, but some (including us) were. The staff is very helpful and pleasant. We had reserved seats. I was never one for standing on the main floor and my child is following in my footsteps. Sound has always been good for me here and they have splits of LaMarca prosecco at the bar, so that is winning for me. The bar is cash only, so plan on spending $11 a drink (adding a $1 for tip). The parking was not an issue for us as I use Spot Hero. There are surprisingly quite a few personal spots in walking distance and you can get out very easy. The reserve seats are so worth it, no one in front of you, close to the bar/bathrooms and you are comfy. It was nice to be back to hear live music and I love the COVID protocols they have in place, and hope they keep them. I am so glad I got to share this venue with The Queen. Hope she gets to do so with her kids as well.

Went here last minute to attend a Souls of Mischief concert. I live downtown so I caught an Uber ... I'm sure you can find parking. Cash only when paying at the door. The venue is a nice size I didn't have any drinks but I enjoyed the concert. I wanted to buy some concert merch at the end of the show but no one was there is my con

I had a wonderful time attending the same charity event 4 years ago. It was a different feeling this time around. I was flabbergasted by the security check I experienced. The organizer informed me of the COVID protocol beforehand which is expected. But, I wasn't expecting the severity of security checks by Metro staff: Scanned by a handheld metal detector (was accidentally hit with it by the staff) Purse searched Full body pat-down I understand we live in a different world today, and things have changed especially in the last two years. But, my goodness, it was a charity event. Needless to say, I didn't enjoy the evening as much as I had hoped.

The Metro is a pretty cool and historic venue to see a show. It's filled with some weird quirks... you'll understand when you go. You'll either see the charm in it or absolutely hate it. There's also an intense security check, but the line was moving at a good speed. The staff is fairly friendly (Chicago friendly). I saw Beach Fossils and Turnover and it was a blast! I'd love to see another show at the Metro

I came here the first time this weekend since moving to Chicago. Small intimate venue. I mean even the balcony is pretty close. The auditorium itself is pretty wide. Kinda makes me regret missing a few shows like Green Day over the summer. They have a pretty good mix of big names and newer talent. It's very convenient from the Red line, Buses and tons of stuff to do before and after like dining, bars, and smaller venues. Fun spot!

Had a blast at the Metro seeing Neil Frances perform! Atmosphere is great and so are the staff.

Went to cold waves. Food trucks were gone before the headliner started. Disappointing to say the least. Plus the metro was awful in the way they handled ADA needs. Sure, make people with a disability (not me but my husband) walk up stairs and then have 0 seats and send us on a goose chase. Not to mention that the one day pass didn't include admission to smart bar and the bars in the Metro were cash only with broken atms.

We have now been to two shows at the Metro and it is a solid music venue in the city of Chicago! Positives: -Metro was not on my radar for the longest time. However, it seems that they have been increasingly picking up bigger names, particularly in the indie rock music scene. We've now seen Broods and Yeasayer and thoroughly enjoyed both shows. I was happy to see they had Deathcab for Cutie coming up, but it is already sold out! Good business! -Excellent prices! For the excellent quality of bands they are bringing in, Metro keeps prices down! That's huge! -Easy to engage bar scene. -Intimate setting. There isn't anywhere you can stand in the venue where you are unable to see the facial expressions and features of the performer! That's a great benefit other venues can not replicate! Negatives: -Cash only! If you want drinks at the show, come with cash or a debit card to use at their ATM! -Only one men's bathroom and one women's bathroom. But there are plenty of stalls/urinals...it just gets crowded! -Traffic/Parking during Cubs games. Since the Metro is right next to Wrigley Field, parking can be monstrous if you don't get a spot beforehand and come on the same night as a game! All this to see, the Metro is a formidable and intimate music venue in the city of Chicago that you should check out!

It's the Metro! One of the most reknown music clubs in the World! You haven't ever been to the Metro? I'm sorry, we have nothing in common (musically), so keep going to those schlockfests they have at Wrigley Field and let's not talk about music ever again, m'kay? The Metro is an intimate venue, putting you close to your musical heroes, local and national. Drinks are a little pricey, so pre-game a bit if you need to. There's a waitress that still works the floor, and that's great to see. There's not a bad place to stand in the house, except underneath the overhang on the first floor, which messes with the sound. But if you're gonna talk all concert, go ahead and stand in the back by the bar and overhang! There's a great balcony, and honestly the best place to stand is in front of the sound booth, but you knew that already. I love the Metro- you gotta go!

I yelled loud AF and screamed and yelled and no one stopped me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I extremely louder than most people because I know how to harness my killer instinct. Fun AF to yell like an insane berzerker viking warrior from the past destroying everything in their path I love this place for that and moshing during concerts. Besides that, scummy bathroom, crammed, and a fire hazard. Pretty much every performance place in Chicago.

I lived in Chicago for a decade and The Metro was hands down my favorite place to see a show. I recently went back after about a 7 year absence and it was still just as awesome as I remembered, but with a bit of a facelift. They've given some areas a new coat of paint, and the backstage/green room area for bands is way nicer than it had previously been, wallpapered with great posters of shows that had previously been played there. We've been lucky enough to be friends with some of the bands that have played there and the back stage area is nice and comfortable and the staff is very accommodating for guests and bands alike. The sound is amazing, it's big enough to get great acts but not so big that it feels overwhelming (like my least favorite venue in town, a place that rhymes with Shmaragon Shmallroom) and the balcony makes for a nice place to kind of chill and hang back to take in a show in a more relaxed setting. I love that they have the side room for merch sales, it makes coming, going, and shopping so much easier since the lobby area isn't very spacious. Always a pleasure to see a show here!

Metro has been open for decades & the years haven't been kind. Not ADA friendly since it's a vertical space & lots a of stairs to get to the stage area or women's bathroom (3rd floor). It was clean though. Since it's a smaller venue, you are more up close to the band & the sound was good. Staff & security were very nice. Bar was open & bottled water wasn't crazy expensive. Being in Wrigleyville, parking can be a challenge. We lucked out & found a spot nearby. Overall we had a great night & I'd go back.

Positives: -A nice venue -- as in architecture, -The sound quality is great. -Nice stage crew. Negatives: -The general staff is on the ruder side. -Staff seemed to not know what was happening. -Treats guest poorly. -They're overly strict on ID's. Almost like they're determined to find a fake.

The last time I came to the Metro was over 10 years ago to see Crucial Conflict. And this past weekend I came here to see Ludlow, the band that my brother, cousin, and sis in law are in who actually headlined the show! It was all pretty sureal but I was able to get my head out of the clouds for a few minutes to actually analyze the venue for my Yelp review. Afterall, that's what us Yelpers do, right? The Metro has been a concert venue in Chicago all of my life, so it has that classic, nostalgic feel to it. This is one of those venues that wouldnt look and feel the same if it got an upgrade. Inside, you'll see that it's a smaller venue, so every spot is a good spot to hear and see the band that is onstage. It's a very intimate setting on the stage floor, as its standing room only. There is a bar conveniently located on the stage floor, so no need to go anywhere and miss any parts of the show that you are attending if you happen to get thirsty. The sound system sounded really good when I was there. No muffled sounds as it was clear and loud. Security did a good job at the end of the show to clear the place out. Also if you keep your wristband on, you get free admission to Smart Bar next door and avoid paying the $18 cover. That's it for now on this one!

Music sounded great, helpful security (during the concert), and a beautiful looking venue. My problem was that they would not accept my ID to receive a wristband for people over 21. I am 21, closer to 22 now with a Wisconsin drivers license and was met with rudeness from the staff saying it was fake. I even showed my vaccination card with my name and date of birth, and was still denied a wristband. Besides that it was a great experience, but it was certainly an inconvenience.

I visited Metro for the first time for The Sound of Tomorrow on a Friday night and was a fan. The line was only 2 people long when we rolled up around 10pm (the time the show started). The door staff was friendly and it took only a few minutes for us to get in. The only thing I wasn't impressed with was on the third floor there were only 2 bartenders working. We waited for a bit to try to catch their eye to get a drink and gave up. The venue was nice~. It's smaller, but had a more intimate feel. It got a little more crowded later in the night but still nothing like the body to body mayhem I've experienced at Aragon. Also wasn't crazy hot, which I appreciated. If you leave to grab air, there was re-entry. Overall liked this place and I'd definitely go again for a concert :)

For its size, the Metro packs a powerful punch for Chicago music lovers. One of the more older music venues in the city, the Metro always provides a variety of different styles of acts to perform on their stage. I've seen rappers play here, rock bands, indie groups, solo artists, from big record labels to local acts, they frollick to this Wrigleyville gem. Saw Kali Uchis here and it sounded great. I like that, with the Metro, there's never really a bad spot to stand. Because it's such a small venue, every view you get a perfect sighting of whoever's playing. Also there's a balcony on the floor above if you're not a fan of standing in the pit area. Drinks are moderately priced with a cash only bar. Relatively close to the Addison red line train as well which is convenient. It's a worthwhile trip to make if you're a Chicagoan who loves music to check out the Metro at least once for its historic value. Just a sweet spot to catch some live music overall.

What can I say, this is an excellent place to catch a show. My first time in Chicago for a proper concert, this place is highly recommended and *almost* as good as it gets. Bouncers got everyone in quickly, even though ID's had to be shown. Bar is fairly large, although they are *cash only* (wish I had researched this prior). However, there IS an atm on site, so, no worries. Sound here is fairly good (I guess its band dependent), they were sporting stacks of EV speakers, which is as good as it gets for club sound. Energetic vibe and a fun atmosphere. I'd certainly go back if in the Chicago area. Can't recommend this place enough.

The Metro is a great venue to see some of your favorite acts! I've never had an issue attending a concert here. The entry process is organized and security is not a pain and knows what's going on. It is a very intimate venue and has great views from the floor and the balcony. The last show I attended, I chose to view from the balcony rail and I totally did not feel like I was missing out by not being on the floor. For me, the sound was great and the view was even better. I appreciate that I can walk here from where I live now. I don't have to worry about parking. I would say it is easier to take public transportation here than driving and trying to find parking. Save yourself the trouble and just CTA it down, especially during Cubs season.

The Metro is a staple hands down. Attended my first concert as a sophomore in HS and my experience before that was Rosemont so goes to say I was blown away. It was an Atmosphere (2001) show too but I didn't bring a backpack. I'll get with the only shits I have right away. Kill the cash only bar. Swear I'm gonna call Jon Taffer to Bar Rescue this bitch and only hook it up with a POS system. And a lifetime subscription to Par Tender too cause it always seems included anyways. But seriously it's the Metro. Two levels. One stage. Two wack ass cash bars. And down the street from Wrigley which I hope in time does not get this the place the fuck outta here.

It was my first time coming to the venue at the beginning of the month for a SoMo concert. It's a small intimate stage area with a bar in the back. If you haven't been before, it's not hard to navigate, just follow the noise and you'll figure out which side and stairs to go up (will touch on this again later)! Seeing as many incidents have occurred at concerts recently, I really appreciated security being thorough. I had a key chain that wasn't allowed in the venue and they were nice enough to keep it at the door for me so I could get it when I left. The venue is nice in the sense that the audience area is wide and shallow, so you're never TOO far from the stage allowing you to see the performer from any where you stand. Two cons - 1. After I got through security and they scanned my ticket they didn't really give me any direction, whether left or right or up the stairs, so I had to figure it out for myself. 2. there is a slightly elevated area on each side that a lot of people were tripping over since it's dark and hard to see.

Saw Black Marble here last weekend, it was my second time seeing him and the first show I went to was excellent (at the Empty Bottle). Watched the sound guy argue with the band for 10 minutes before the show started so I knew I was going to be in for a bad time. Sound was muddy and terrible, drinks were boring and too expensive for a cash bar, won't be coming back here ever again. Shit venue, avoid at all costs.

On my rock n roll road trip of life I needed to make it to THE METRO for live music and tonight I did for 2 shows of THE MAGPIE SALUTE aka The Black Crowes minus the evil Chris Robinson who couldn't make it cause he doesn't get along with others. First of I gave a round of applause for the excellent security the venue provided. They were very nice and not over zealous like some venues if been to in town. Now the venue itself is located in Wrigleyville close to Wrigley Field ( Go Cubbies ) so lots of bars & eateries surround the area. We entered tans may our way up to the stage just minutes before the band kicked into gear. Hearing Marc "Fuckin" Ford shred his axe here was a blessing and made the show worth attending. The staging area was large for a big band to showcase themselves but venue was very intimate for the fan at heart. Several bar stations for ordering cocktails and even service from the pit area. The balcony could maybe handle to layers of people with some seating located on the sides for VIP's or people who tipped heavy. My conclusion after attending 2 nights of live music is the METRO is a quality venue worth coming back to when a band you love is playing. My only annoyance was some slob named Jay from Ohio was hassling my lady friend and sweating all over the place profusely. You know this type of concert goer , but I blew him off and ignored him. I needed to experience large decibels of loud music through my body. Thank you Metro you rule.

Metro is a Chicago institution! I have seen countless concerts here for over three decades. It's not really a huge venue with a capacity of 1100. There are two floors and the main floor is standing room only. When possible, I like to try to get in early so I can snag a good spot upstairs in the mezzanine with the best sight lines. Acoustics are excellent, so bring your ear plugs if the night is rocking! It's not glamorous; it's actually kinda grungy, but still well-kept. For a concert venue, drink prices are reasonable. If your show is on the weekend, your 21+ wristband for drinking will often get you into the sister night club on premises in the basement Smart Bar. Over the years I've seen some of the best acts I can remember: nine inch nails, Peter Murphy, Crystal Castles, Peaches, My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult, Chris and Cosey, RuPaul's Werq the World Tour, Morrissey, The Faint, She Wants Revenge, The Tragically Hip, and the list goes on and on. Parking is complicated around here with all of the zoned residential areas in Wrigleyville, so take public trans, come early and find a metered place on the street, or park across the street at the hot dog lot and cough up some more dough for the convenience.

I used to truly love this venue. That was until November 28, 2018. I went to see LeftoverCrack who I've seen a few times before. It was odd because they were trying something new I guess, and they put the stage in the floor which initially I thought was cool. It was almost like a DIY show because we were standing just a few feet away from the band (they were not elevated or on any stage platform). I grabbed one drink from the bar and was standing towards the back of the crowd when the band started playing. About 20-30 seconds into the song someone much larger than me is shoving me from behind, I turned around to push them away at the shoulders, but my hand went into their mouth and he chomped down on it pretty hard biting me like a psycho. When I pinched his cheek with my little fingers (I'm 5,2 150lbs-- he is 6ft 220lbs) I got my hand free from his mouth. He reached back and punched me to the ground. I fell back hitting my head on the ground, I had blood pouring from my face, and I was obviously shaken up--my boyfriend who was in the crowd came to help me while this guy started to run away. Someone from the metro staff came to meet me, he honestly couldn't have been older than 25--clearly didn't know how to deal with the situation. I was telling them call the police so I could press charges against this crazy man, but instead they encouraged him to leave the venue, and made no attempt to hold him accountable. At that point, I was angry and in pain and my night was clearly ruined--so my head was not in a good place. The "EMT" nonchalantly agreed to assess my injury, which he was quick and unapologetic about. I was handed a paper towel and ice wrapped in it which immediately fell apart. He handed me a warm water bottle, dabbed my wound with a paper towel and said that i would be fine. He specifically said "head wounds bleed a lot more than bodily wounds," I replied "no shit" in my frustration with his lack of urgency or compassion. Apparently that set him off. He stormed out slamming a door behind him and going outside for a cigarette. Now, I am being approached by several different men in security jackets asking me questions and telling me to calm down for being upset with the EMT and the fact that they let my attacker walk out the front door of the venue. I asked them if they had called the police to which they said the already did--but they got sloppy because someone new approached me asking if I'd like to send a police officer to take my statement... So at this point they lied to me to cover their ass...now I'm mad and yelling at them...I demanded someone is called, I am diabetic and starting to feel sick...I was told to wait which I did...as I'm waiting a back door security guard is joking around with another coworker laughing. Obviously this was a really traumatic experience for me, so I didn't find anything to be funny and I said "what the fuck is so funny?" To which this man said "you are bitch that's why you got punched right?" NOW I AM FUCKING MAD. What kind of venue hires people like this? And why the hell do they have back door security when they let my attacker run right out the front door? Not only was I attacked at this venue, but I was mistreated, lied to and harassed by the staff. When the authorities finally arrived i explained my situation and they claimed to have sent patrol cars out to look for the white male (in wrigleyville...haha good luck) I was sobbing, tired, could only see out of one eye, and obviously scared. I had my parents pick me up and take me to the emergency room where I recurved four stitches in my right eyebrow (so no--it wasn't fine) This was not to mention the antibiotics I had to be in because this psycho bit me. Or the fact that I'm a college student in the middle of finals and suffered an awful concussion from taking the hit to the ground. This was supposed to be a night of fun seeing one of my favorite punk bands, but it clearly turned into a shit show. I didn't deserve this. I didn't deserve to be treated like this by this venue's staff. Since this has happened I have had severe PTSD, I have avoided attending events with large crowds even though this is something I have always loved. Sure the whole incident was not the Metro's fault--but this place was never held accountable for this horrific situation and the awful way they treated me. I never considered pressing charges because I don't have the time, money, energy to, I just simply have silently dealt with the trauma and it hurts my heart to even write this review. cus Metro will probably always be there because of how legendary it is, but I will always remember it for how much it caused me pain.

The Metro is one of my favorite places to catch a show in Chicago. For starters, I love how the venue is located in Wrigleyville - it's easy to get to and easy to find food before or after. And when you're lining up all day for a show (think 10+ hours), the employees are kind and courteous. The venue itself is located on the second floor of the building and they even have a balcony. So if it's really crowded on the main floor, you can catch some great views on the second floor. And the sound is still great. Plus there's a couch up there so you can sit down! Most venues in Chicago don't have a place to sit for a second. Overall, I'm always excited when I see a band I'm interested in is doing a show at the Metro. They do mainly rock shows so I know I'm always going to have a good time when I'm here.

Lovely venue in Wrigley area for concerts. The decor inside is very classy , the staff is friendly and always have nice list of bands performing there. Cash only bar with decent selection of beer. There is a parking lot nearby or else you can always park on the streets close by ( unless cubs are playing ). Do stop by and check it out

Located in the heart of Wrigleyville, this venue reminds me of the old Orpheum Theater (Roberts Orpheum Theater) aka the American Theater on N. 9th St in St Louis. By that, I mean other than the new sound, lighting, stage and vending equipment, it looks and smells like it is still in the early 1900's. The smell of an old untouched building is not appeasing. There are things you can do get rid of smell and touch up the old structure without damaging and ruining the original craftsmanship that went into making the building. The sound in the venue is at best 2/5 out of the times I have been there. One concert that sticks out, was when I saw Krs-One and Kool Moe Dee. This was during the time Krs-One and Nelly were going thru their little beef. Krs One said during a freestyle " Oh the real hip hop is not in St Louis.. a shot at Nelly. The crowd went crazy and of course my friends (all from Chicago) all looked at me and were laughing because I'm from St Louis. Now I wasn't the biggest Nelly fan by a long shot but I really took that personal because Nelly is from my city and with me it's clan 1st... I.e. St Louis vs the world!! Let's just say that nite at Metro, I zoned out for the rest of the concert and was no longer a Krs- One fan!!!

I've been coming to Metro regularly for almost 20 years (holy crap, I'm old) and needless to say this place feels like home. Over the years I've been able to see Billy Corgan back Cheap Trick on drums, the very last concerts of The Postal Service, Motion City Soundtrack, and Kill Hannah, and a surprise performance by Sinead O'Connor at a David Bowie tribute concert. I met Lil Bub here! I took a photo with Carly Rae Jepsen here! In the hundreds of times I've been to this place, I've never once had a bad experience. Some things to watch out for: If you're old (like I now am) and don't particularly want to stand in the pit, the balcony has great views. The mid section of the balcony fills up super fast, and if you're not in the very front row up there, you're not gonna see squat. The right ring of the balcony is sometimes closed off for VIP, but usually is open for regular ticket holders, so don't be afraid to venture over there to stand. 90% of the time I stand up there I'm one of the only people who do, even in sold out shows when the mid section of the balcony is three people deep, only because most assume the right side is VIP only (the left side, however, almost always is VIP). Also, if you're trying to get tickets to a show you know will sell out quickly, do not buy online! Go to the venue when tickets go on sale with (and this is very important) cash in hand. They'll go through the line and print out the amount of tickets of the people who are in line with cash, so even if a show sells out online in 30 seconds and even if you're in the back of the line, you can still get tickets. I've gotten into many big-name shows like Garbage and The Smashing Pumpkins here by buying tickets in person rather than online, when friends of mine have gotten shut out trying to purchase tickets on the website.

I've been going to the Metro for concerts since I was sixteen. It used to be one of my favorite venues in Chicago! However, I had a terrible experience with security there and am now just getting comfortable writing this. I went to see Jamila Woods last November. I had a little pill case with my medication in it. The security woman found it and I explained that it was for health reasons. This woman and the other security guy in line started to mock me and my health condition. They basically humiliated me in a line full of people, and continued to tease me about this. It was the worst experience ever, and it makes me sad to think there may be other people being mocked for more stigmatized conditions, where they might not feel comfortable advocating for themselves. In the end, I told the security guards to go fuck themselves, threw away my medications and walked in while they were mocking me. I love the Metro. I have great memories there, but the owners need to look at who they hire for security and what their methods are. I've seen security be homophobic and sexist before as well. This is honestly unacceptable. If the owners are reading this: the security guard had pale skin, brown hair and glasses. He also had a face you definitely want to punch.

I love that Chicago has these small concert venues. Reasonable ticket prices, smaller venue with good visibility on the floor (even for short people), and an easy walk from the redline. I have this venue 4 stars because it is CASH ONLY and has no seating in the upper GA area. Some other another venues in Chicago have a larger upper balcony with seating area which is nice to get away from the crowded pit.

Really sad to leave a low review bc I liked this venue, but some of the staff there are just so awful. They literally treat you like less than a person and it feels extremely degrading. Absolutely ruins that best feeling you have leaving a fun concert.

Metro is one of my preferred concert venues in Chicago. The pros are that you can see well from anywhere on the ground floor, there's a balcony if you don't want to be squished downstairs, and their ticket prices are reasonable. The only reason for 4/5 instead of 5/5 stars is that they are a cash only bar. I never remember to bring cash with me anywhere, so that's always a bummer! But they do make up for it by having very strong drinks, which is great! I'll keep coming back.

After not having been to @metrochicago since moving here 16 years ago, my daughter and I went to 3 concerts there in 1 week. I cannot speak highly enough about the Metro staff. From the time we planted our chairs on the sidewalk to the time we waved at the artists driving away, we felt 100% safe. Huge thank you to everyone involved especially Freddy(ie?) who was with us outside and Spencer for making sure no crowdsurfers fell on our heads. We can't wait to go back.

I'm definitely on the older side of the club concert going public, being closer to 40 than 30. So you may take my review with that in mind. But I think I can review this place fairly. We came on a recent Friday for a show from a favorite band. Although baseball season has just started, we're lucky there wasn't a Cubs game going or I imagine the neighborhood would've been crazy. (Do they coordinate with Cubs games?) As it was we did find free parking just a few blocks north on Clark. There's also a pay lot right across the street. The venue itself is cool. Definitely some history there. Shows are on the second level with a balcony on the third, I imagine you have to be near the front of the line to snag those spots. I also saw a few reserved tables on the sides of the balcony, I'm not sure what you have to do to get those. Possibly for accessibility needing guests. There is a coat check, cash only. Bar is also cash only. So be prepared. The opening band was solid. The band we came to see was great. Our only complaint was really the crowd. People pressed closer as the headliners started and we got increasingly smushed. Still would have been ok except then the moshing began. Who moshes at a Wolf Alice concert? They're hardly punk or metal. We got slammed into repeatedly and glitter bombed and it kind of ruined the end of the show, we had to get out of there. But. Big kudos to the Metro staff, we sat on the stairs for a second and they nicely told us we couldn't stay there, saw we were a bit freaked, and offered us water and a seat while we collected ourselves. I'm still a bit irritated at the idiots in the crowd. But I'm still glad we went and now I know a little more if we were to go back.

So I came to the Metro to see Pink Sweat$ and PJ perform. This was my first time ever coming to this place and I didn't know what to expect. Parking is semi easy to find (if your paying for it) I found a great place right by the Metro where I could park for 15 dollars, for many people that may seem like a lot of money. . . But usually Chicagoans are paying anywhere between 20-35 dollars for parking. ‍ But they only accepted cash (no cards). Always carry cash when your in Wrigley! Getting in was smoother than I thought it would be. They check IDs at the door, and they check IDs again to see if your over 21 and plan on drinking. They will give you a wrist band so you won't have to constantly show them your ID. Which I liked. You HAVE TO GET THERE EARLY If you want to be close to the stage. I was really close to the stage and I had a blast!!! Super great show!! They have a balcony which is preferred if you didn't get there early enough to be close to the stage, especially if your really short like me (and you get a better overall view of the stage). Sound quality was great considering how the place looked. LOL It was definitely super crowded but I'd definitely go again.

Outstanding venu 3 floors of different artists from music ,paint , tattoo, clothing the list goes on

Came here 10/30/21, the Asian security bouncer was a completely unprofessional. He didn't ask anyone in front of me for their vaccination card but yet when it was my turn he asked me. Of course I don't carry my card with me, when it's not a requirement anywhere in wrigley area. I had a picture of it and my id to prove it was mine, and even had a negative Covid test and still wouldn't let me in.

Can't believe I wasted my NYE here. The show was totally oversold where it was dangerously packed. The security guard didn't let my boyfriend in because he said he can tell he was drunk which he wasn't because we were running late for the show and only had 2 beers beforehand next door. He told him to come back in twenty minutes so he could "sober up" which was a huge waste of time since the show had already started. When we finally get inside it took thirty minutes to get a drink and one of the female bartenders was incredibly rude. I couldn't see the stage from anywhere in that place. Go anywhere else to see a show.

I would give it zero stars if I could. My friend walked out and realized she didn't have her purse, she asked security who just saw her walk out if she could go look for it and was told no. She had to call CPD in order to be allowed back in to get her purse. The bar is cash only which is not convenient. Staff is extremely rude, from bartenders to bouncers. You would think that for such a huge venue they would be more courteous. My friends and I will NEVER step foot in there again.