Fireside Bowl

Legendary former venue and current bowling alley . . . the bar is almost always low-key. I went here so many times in the '90s and early '00s . . . should be considered a landmark punk venue akin to CBGB's and Gilman Street.

Old establishment but good quality lanes. Bartenders and regulars really set the vibe for an old school experience

Kyle Kinane sends his regards. ARE YOU TAKING A CHIT MANG

If you like a place that follows their own posted rules and/or if you're immunocompromised, I recommend looking elsewhere. Lots of mask flyers/notices up everywhere but none of the staff I saw (bowling counter, bar) were wearing one - not when behind the counter and not when walking amongst the patrons. Customers in line were about a 50/50 mix for masked/unmasked when I went.

Mecca for Chicago punk rock in the mid 90s to early 00s. Saw many a show here from 99-03. Loved this place so much. So many great bands, so many memories. Fireside forever. \m/

I don't think this place has been updated in 4 decades and thats fine with Jimi Yeah Jimi has done some leagues here NBD You can always count on the...

Cute old school bowling alley. Had a blast. The shoes are a bit beat up but frankly that adds to the charm. The bar is well stocked and the liquor is priced...

Good time!! Friendly atmosphere!! Funny bartender, I'll be back.

We were refused service at a nearby whirlyball spot, so my party of ten ended up at fireside. It ended up working out just fine. It's not the newest,...