Jedynka made its name in the 1990s promoting new European bands. Today it throws theme parties and contests, and offers free table reservations.
Jedynka
5610 W. Diversey Avenue
Chicago, IL 60639
773-889-7171
jedynka.com
The Karolinka Club took over the location of the former Baby Doll Polka Club. It hosts occasional Silesian nights, when former residents of that region in Poland get together to drink and sing Polish songs.
Karolinka Club
6102 S. Central Ave.
Chicago, IL 60638
773-735-0818
The ToTu Cafe in River Grove serves Polish food and plays '80s and techno music. On Tuesdays, they hold a Polish karaoke night.
ToTu Cafe
2300 River Rd
River Grove, IL 60171
708-583-3053
totucafe.com
Club 505 is an old-time polka hall that feels as if it's still the 1950s. It's split in half between the dance hall and the bar, and serves blackberry brandy.
Club 505
13505 S. Brainard Ave.
Chicago, IL 60633
773-646-9819
The New Polonia Club is a neighborhood bar with a hearty old-style menu and a selection of Polish beers.
6103 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, IL 60634
773-237-0571
Valentino Night Club is a DJ-style dance club which caters to different Eastern European clientele each night. Saturday night is Polish night. Valentino is also open for corporate and private parties.
Valentino Night Club
7150 W. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60707
773-237-5755
valentinoclubcafe.com
The Capitol Club has been open since 1986. It features guest performances by many noted artists from Poland, as well as local bands.
Capitol Club
4244 North Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60641
773-685-1194
capitolclub.com
Orion Night Club is a Polish restaurant by day that turns into a Euro night club in the evenings. They host both local and European DJs.
Orion Night Club
5772 S Archer Ave.
Chicago, IL 60638
773-767-6599
Michella Terrace Night Club is a Polish-American club that hosts dance parties on weekends and karaoke during the week.
Michella Terrace Night Club
5215 W. Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60641
773-286-6710
michellaterrace.com
Club Euro is a night club featuring hip-hop, dance and salsa music, and catering to a Polish clientele. They hold special event concerts featuring Polish performers, and their web site is accessible in Polish.
Club Euro
5415 W. Irving Park
Chicago, IL 60634
773-545-2224
clubeurochicago.com