Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret

Piano Bar · Karaoke · Chicago, IL

About

If you want a night of sing-along, comedy, and strong drinks, this upscale piano lounge in Wicker Park delivers. Davenport's has been booking local and national talent since 1998, and the staff themselves often treat guests to a song between rounds.

Friday and Saturday feature George & Daryl's interactive crowd-pleasing shows, while Friday also includes karaoke hosted by Alma Mendoza. The back room rotates in cabaret acts. Drinks run a bit high but are poured strong. Seating is mostly at tables, with no booths, so expect a snug, lively room with a mix of 20-somethings through 50-somethings.

Located in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood, known for its artsy vibe and lively nightlife scene.

Features

✓Singing bartenders and servers perform between rounds
✓George & Daryl on Friday and Saturday with interactive sing-along
✓Friday karaoke hosted by Alma Mendoza
✓Two stages: piano lounge and back room cabaret
✓Strong drinks in a lively, intimate setting

Good for

✓Live Entertainment✓Good For Groups✓20 Somethings✓30 Somethings✓40 Somethings✓50 Somethings✓Piano Bar✓Karaoke✓Cocktail Lounge✓Cabaret

Practical

✓Mixed LGBTQ✓Mixed Gay/Straight

What people say

20 community ratings.

From the community

“PIANO BAR ALMOST HEAVEN”

The Nitz and Howe show is now only on Saturdays but is essential for comedy, sing-alongs, and clean dirty fun. The back room consistently features great talent. Drinks are a bit pricey but strong. Dan the bartender and Heather work very hard and also sing. My only wish is for booths or more comfortable seating.

A visitor · Over a year ago

“Rip Off”

I flew in from New York City to see my boyfriend, spent $35 on a cab, and drank for 1.5 hours waiting for a piano player, not told he was doing a private show in the back. The heavy barmaid kept saying '15 minutes' and 'want another drink' -- skip this place.

A guest · Over a year ago

“Friday & Saturday Shows GREAT”

I've been a few times on Friday and Saturday nights to see the show in the Piano Bar/Lounge. George and Daryl perform on those nights, and you won't find another crowd-pleasing interactive show like this anywhere. Lately, there's also karaoke on Friday with Alma Mendoza. Well worth the trip even if it's out of your way, and the entire staff sings too. Great place.

A recent visitor · Over a year ago

“Laid back and full of style”

It might be a bit out of the way if you're traveling from the north side of Chicago, but it's worth the trip. The crowd from that area is cool, and the shows in back are usually fantastic. It's a good mix of all kinds of people, and the owners are great.

A local visitor · Over a year ago