Upcoming Events at The Bar 10 Doors

The Bar 10 Doors, now branded as Door 10 Bar and Restaurant, sits at 1251 West Taylor Street in Chicago’s Little Italy neighborhood, just west of UIC. This intimate live-music venue offers a casual, no-fuss spot for great drinks, bites, and a rotating lineup of local bands, open-mic nights, karaoke, and themed gatherings. With indoor seating and a sunny outdoor patio, the venue maintains a welcoming atmosphere for both small groups and private events.

Capacity is around 200 people, making it ideal for up-close music experiences and communal evenings with friends. Whether you’re stopping by for a weeknight show or planning a private event, we’ve got you covered with straightforward ticketing and dependable service.

Parking is street-based, and guests typically find spots nearby along West Taylor Street and surrounding blocks. Public transit is convenient, with the CTA Blue Line Racine stop nearby and bus routes 12, 60, and 157 serving the area. If you’re visiting from out of town, there are several nearby hotel options to consider for a comfortable stay before or after the show.

Venue Details

Approximately 200 people
Indoor seating plus outdoor patio seating; patio seating accommodates 60+ when weather permits
Bar-restaurant with regular live entertainment and light menu options
Available for private gatherings and themed nights
Street parking; no dedicated on-site lot listed
CTA Blue Line Racine stop nearby; bus routes 12, 60, 157 in vicinity

Nearby Hotels

Nearby Restaurants

Notable Events

Live bands, karaoke, poetry/open-mic nights
Private events and themed gatherings

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Current branding/location: Door 10 Bar and Restaurant, 1251 West Taylor Street, Chicago, IL 60607 (near UIC/Little Italy).
Formerly listed as The Bar 10 Doors; some sources still show 1259 W Taylor St for The Bar 10 Doors (older listings).
Capacity around 200 people (live-music venue capacity cited by ReverbNation).
Venue type: bar-restaurant with regular live entertainment and private event options.
Seating: indoor seating plus outdoor patio seating; JoyBeat notes seating for more than 60 on the patio when weather permits.
Parking: Street parking (no dedicated on-site lot listed).
Transit: CTA Blue Line Racine stop and bus routes 12, 60, 157 in the vicinity.
Nearby hotels: The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy (1431 W Taylor St) and Kinzie Hotel (20 W Kinzie St) in nearby areas.
Notable events: live bands, karaoke, poetry/open-mic nights; private events and themed gatherings.

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