Schubas, Lakeview
8 people recommendvia r/AskChicago, r/chicagofood9 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Schubas in Lakeview draws recommendations as both a tavern and a live music venue. One visitor especially likes the atmosphere and performances in the back room. Other comments mention comedy, and one patron reported finding THC seltzers on a past visit.
Address
Schubas Tavern, 3159 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
At a glance
- Best for
- Live music
- Known for
- Live music, Comedy
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/JennJoy77 in r/AskChicago · Sep 2025ambience
Describes the place as having a fantastic atmosphere and great live music in the back room.
- Recommendsu/liquorb4beer in r/AskChicago · Feb 2024
Other good bars within walking distance.
- Recommendsu/MichaelChicago in r/chicagofood · Jan 2024ambience
Suggests checking upstairs at Schubas.
- Recommendsu/SithRogan in r/AskChicago · Sep 2025
Recommends visiting Schubas.
- Recommendsu/I_wander_and_Im_lost in r/AskChicago · Sep 2025
Seconds the Schuba's suggestion
- Contextu/powerstripe in r/AskChicago · Oct 2024
Mentions both music and comedy at Schubas.
- Recommendsu/Organick97 in r/AskChicago · Sep 2025
Listed among places they love
- Recommendsu/tavernstyle312 in r/chicagofood · Jul 2025variety
Reports finding THC seltzers during a past visit.
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- Recommendsu/Various-Delivery-695 in r/chicagofood · Jun 2024ambience
Describes it as an unpretentious pick in Southport.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.