Summary

Cole's Bar in Chicago, IL is an iconic dive bar in the heart of downtown. Established in 1884, it has become famous for its "Punch Bowl" cocktail and has been featured on TV shows such as Best Bars in America.

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Chicago 2 05-20-2015

Live music weekly and a great open mic night.

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