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Nightlife Grades:
Quick StatsUseful Resources for NightlifeStudent Favorites
- 1800 Club
- Las Palmas
- Mark II Lounge (the Deuce)
- Prairie Moon
- The Keg
- Tommy Nevin’s Pub
Favorite Drinking Games
- Beer pong
- Card games (A$$hole)
- Century Club
- Power Hour
- Quarters
Bars Close At
Sunday-Thursday 2 AM; Friday and Saturday 3 AM (some bars)
College Prowler Take
There aren’t many options in Evanston, but we take what we can get. Nevin’s Live is gaining in popularity, and 1800 Club, the Keg, and the Deuce are all dependable, if not exciting. Most people with discriminating taste (and who are of legal age) will head to Chicago if they’re interested in partaking in nightlife. There isn’t much you can say when you go to college in a
town considered the birthplace of the Prohibition movement. Thank your lucky stars you’re young, because your parents didn’t have the opportunity to hit town close to home—even if it is just Pete Miller’s on a Monday night. Although the club and bar scene in NU territory is pathetic, a short cab ride to Chicago opens up a world of dancing, dating, and ice-cold frosty brews. Students Speak Out
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CCnu says: Northwestern University 2015 English Language and Literature  |
If you look hard enough, you can...
If you look hard enough, you can find some great parties at NU. You just have to wade through all the "Saturday Night is for Studying" people.
Nightlife: March 08, 2009
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Anonymous says: |
Some parties are ok. Sometimes,...
Some parties are ok. Sometimes, the people tend to stick with the group they came with instead of mingling. Pete Miller’s is a great place for live music and a restaurant. A lot of students tend to like Las Palmas or Nevin’s. |
Anonymous says: |
There are plenty of parties and...
There are plenty of parties and people who like to get drunk if that’s your scene, though. The Greek system makes sure of that. As for bars and clubs, there are really only a few—1800 Club, Bar Louie, and maybe one or two others. If you want to go to a real club you’ll probably have to take a trip downtown! |
Anonymous says: |
For great parties on campus, check...
For great parties on campus, check out the Rainbow Alliance. Even if you’re not gay, these parties rock. I’m straight and I go to every single party because it’s amazing. I’ve met some amazing people there. As far as clubs, if you’re not 21, forget about it! |
Anonymous says: |
Northwestern only has two real...
Northwestern only has two real campus bars, 1800 Club and The Keg, which are pretty much where the underclassmen go with their fakes. Most people who are of age go to the bars in the city down by Loyola, Wrigleyville, or downtown. |
FactsClub Crawler
Clubs in Evanston proper are virtually non-existent—most students head to one of the hundreds in Chicago.
Bar Prowler
Evanston has only allowed liquor on its premises for the last 30 or so years, so it’s no wonder the bar scene is relatively small and unimpressive. There are also laws that mandate Evanston bars must do 50 percent of their business in food and 50 percent in liquor. Still, if you’re looking for a night out, but are too tired to head down to Chicago, hit these old favorites.
Organization Parties
Most clubs, sports, or activities you join will sponsor their own parties. Some are private, some are open to everyone at the University—these may charge a cover. School-sponsored parties, such as those thrown by academic departments, are usually more conservative affairs—though they often have luscious food.
Bar Listings
A fairly typical restaurant and bar chain, but less populated by fraternity and sorority members than other local bars.
Always famous for being “the spot” to pick up sorority girls in tight black pants. Quickly turns into a meat market, so if you have self respect, watch how you act here. 1800 Club 1800 Sherman Ave. Evanston (847) 733-7900
An institution, if only because it stays open until 4 a.m. and offers sports on TV and pool tables aplenty. It’s not high class, but if a drink you’re looking for, a drink you will find here. Mark II Lounge (the Deuce) 7436 N. Western Ave. Chicago (773) 465-9675
Cool spot with great steaks. A little more suitable for a drink and a date than some of the other bars around town, and free jazz—a terrific combination. Pete Miller’s Seafood and Prime Steak 1557 Sherman Ave. Evanston (847) 328-0399
English and Irish taps, so beer drinkers’ interests are always piqued. This hip night spot was recently rennovated and serves up delicious meals as well as hot music acts.
Good food and excellent drinks, this new establishment has been raking in customers. It’s a lot more low-key than other bars, so expect the more crunchy, artistic types to patronize this place.
On Friday and Saturday nights, this place is filled with (often underage) students drinking overpriced margaritas and enjoying themselves. Las Palmas 817 University Pl. Evanston (847) 328-2555
The food is sketchy, but nonetheless students flock, mostly on Monday and Thursday nights. Fridays here can be a little quiet, so prowl around for action elsewhere. The Keg 810 Grove St. Evanston (847) 869-9987
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