Joe's on Weed St. — Restaurant in Chicago

[Day / time / location / cover / setting]: I came to Joe's bar last night (on a Thursday) at about 10:40 PM for "REGGAETON/HIPHOP" toward the back end of the bar. After getting my i.d. checked at the front door (and after making my way over the back), I paid a $10 cover ('cause I'm a guy). The back part of Joe's is a large and spacious room that was lit correctly to set the tone for a great time; There were, however (and unfortunately), only eight persons there including myself [and not including the staff] at the time. The DJ was certainly spinning hip hop and reggaeton hits. [Service]: There are two bars at Joe's back room – one to the left & one directly ahead as you walk in. I went to the bar on the left, ordered a Stella, didn't like the beer, asked the young lady/bartender what she drank and she said Coors light, requested one of those but (obviously) ended up regretting it, didn't want anymore (but was still willing to arguably throw a bone by leaving a $3 tip), closed my tab, and left a little after ~11:23 PM. [Additional comments and closing remarks] - My experience at Joe's was NOT bad. I really liked how spacious the place was where the event was being held, and the atmosphere was cool, too. The DJ was not engaging with the crowd to get the party started (regardless of how many people were there) as I would have liked. As far as bar service is concerned, I - myself - do not have much experience tasting beers to determine what makes a beer great, and it certainly did not help I was asking person that knew less than I did (seeing as how their go-to beer was Coors light), so I was pretty much "S-O-o-L" as far as service went for this particular bar (toward the back part of Joe's) on this night - in particular. My experience was unique much like everyone else's, but if you and a group of friends happen to be free on a Thursday night [the back part of Joe's is open until 4AM] and a have a few extra dollars to spend on either cover or drinks, are in the mood to listen to reggaeton or hip hip, and are well versed in beers (or, at least, have a popular go-to beer...unlike myself), then the back side of Joe's is a good spot...

I've been attending Joe's Bar on Weed Street a few times now. However the staff for concerts have been far too lenient and too laid back as the years have past. I used to enjoy shows here because it was a friendly environment and an intimate venue. Last night at a Walker Hayes SOLD OUT, you could imagine the crowd being so packed, (expected) but having requested a seat for my mother who is newly recovering from a back injury was uncomfortable and dissatisfied. Not only that, the staff placed people that requested for chairs in the most cramped and inconvenient spot ever. Among the people we sat with was a pregnant woman and her husband, a woman with MS with her date--all of whom left early with us because the crowd got so rowdy because they're were so intoxicated and rude. You would think the staff would be more mindful and considerate for paying attendees that requested in advance for a seating arrangement because of their valid excuse....Yeah this time the staff just plopped them in the back in a such cramped area near the bar (terrible spot because people kept bumping into us, spilling drinks, and some were just plain rude). Also, the bartenders there kept serving drinks to people that were clearly beyond drunk. I wish I could say I enjoyed another concert at Joe's on Weed but this time I'm beyond disappointed and felt I've wasted my money and time. I was excited for Walker Hayes and he put on an amazing performance but with that kind of experience I could NOT enjoy myself or the music/concert vibe. This was my Mom's first country concert and it was a terrible experience. It's sad that a great show was taken away from us because of the lack of consideration the concert manager and Joe's staff had. I would have to think 3-4 times before deciding to attend another show here....

It's hit or miss. The place def draws the bros & hoes crowd. At least on the nights I've been there. Parking can be brutal in that neighborhood. The staff/valet are friendly. The food is delicious.

I'd def recommend the band Rod Tuffcurls & the Bench Press. They have great stage presence, and you can tell they've been doing music and comedy together for awhile. Their song selection is great! (Be a Man-Mulan)

Fyi: If you go to see a cover band like that, Joes will be packed to the gills. You will prob have beer spilled on you, and you will stick to the floor. My friend was dancing, and some drunk dude licked her face.

I saw Salt n Peppa there a few yrs ago, and that show was killer. Shoop!

It's 50/50 for me if this place will give me anxiety. I usually am fine in other crowds. Perhaps its because this crowd often seems rude/pushy.

If I go pee there, I feel obligated to tip the friendly bathroom lady who's handing me a paper towel. She's a lovely lady, but I'm at a bar.. I'm not looking for a VIP experience in the crapper. I'm sure for the right crowd, this place is a dream. It's just...