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Gold Star Bar

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  • 1755 W. Division St.
    Chicago 60622
  • 773-227-8700

Editorial Review

What's the draw of this Prohibition-era room with stools in front, pool in back? Must be its consistency because it's changed not at all in 15 years or more. Not quite a total dive but nowhere near a respectable establishment, Gold Star carries a certain element of drunken danger in the air at all times. Don't dally in the bathroom or someone may just kick its rickety, graffiti'd door in on you.

Features

  • Jukebox Standout
  • Pool/Darts

Attributes

  • Price:
    $$
  • Vibe:
    Locals
  • Bar Type:
    Dive

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