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Golden Years

Cocktail Bar

#5 of 157 Restaurant venues in Chicago
#4 of 129 Minimum Spend venues in Chicago
  5 reviews  â€“ 
1938 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622 –
East Village, Chicago, IL
From $500
hire fee + min. spend
Up to 60
seats
Up to 70
standing
Venue offers catering
American
cuisine
Parking available
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Venue overview

Neighborhood cocktail bar on West Chicago Avenue, inspired by the feel-good rock and blues of the early '70s. Perfect for lively celebrations with custom music setups or a DJ-friendly vibe.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Golden Years

Golden Years Cocktail Bar at Golden Years

Golden Years Cocktail Bar
Cocktail Bar
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Whole venue
60 seats
70 standing
Golden Years is a neighborhood cocktail bar rooted in early 1970s rock and blues, defined by a music‑influenced interior and a casual, social focus. Design: The interior pairs exposed brick and deep green painted walls with a long tufted leather banquette and dark wood floors. The lighting is low and warm, with wall sconces and tabletop candles th...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from $1500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago
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Reviews and ratings

5.0
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

AG
Ark G.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
ND
Nicki D.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
NG
Nav G.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
JW
James W.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Golden Years Cocktail Bar
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Monday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Golden Years Cocktail Bar
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $2250 min. spend
Golden Years Cocktail Bar
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $2250 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $2250 min. spend
Golden Years Cocktail Bar
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $2250 min. spend
Friday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 hire fee + min. spend
Golden Years Cocktail Bar
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 hire fee + min. spend
Saturday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 hire fee + min. spend
Golden Years Cocktail Bar
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 hire fee + min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 70
standing
Up to 60
seats
In-house catering
American
cuisine
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Golden Years

Golden Years is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Discover a vibrant cocktail haven nestled in the heart of West Town, Chicago—a neighborhood gem infused with the nostalgic vibes of feel-good rock and blues from the early '70s.

Immerse your guests in a curated experience with custom beverage packages tailored to your preferences. Our expert mixologists are at your service, offering a full cocktail menu to elevate your event.

FAQ

Yes, outside food is welcome if you prefer to bring something in.

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At Golden Years, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Golden Years:

  • Golden Years Cocktail Bar hosting 50 guests: $2417

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Golden Years is located at 1938 West Chicago Avenue, in East Village, Chicago, IL.

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