Opening hours
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
| Monday | 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
Local time in Chicago: 1:09 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (312) 432-9107 to confirm.
Location & directions
1133 West Madison StreetChicago, IL 60607
About Third Rail Tavern
Third Rail Tavern is a bar you'll find at 1133 West Madison Street in Chicago, Illinois. It is one of 5,398 places to eat and drink we list in Chicago.
Third Rail Tavern is open 7 days a week, usually 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM. It stays open late, until 11:00 PM on most nights.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible. Phone: (312) 432-9107.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 1133 West Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60607
- Phone
- (312) 432-9107
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 10 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 2 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Third Rail Tavern’s weekday schedule with 126 other bars in Chicago. On a typical weekday it opens at 4:30 PM, close to the local norm of 4:00 PM and closes at 11:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 2:00 AM).
In total it is open about 62 hours a week, 5 hours fewer than the local median of 67. 88% of bars in Chicago open on Sundays, and Third Rail Tavern is one of them.
Compared with 126 other bars in Chicago that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bars in Illinois
Based on 9 menus with 161 priced items from bars in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $9.00.
We don’t have Third Rail Tavern’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bars in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Mozzarella Sticks | 33% | $8.50 |
Calculated from 9 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Third Rail Tavern there are 169 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 459 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (68), Cafes & Coffee (53), Sandwiches & Delis (36), and Bakeries & Desserts (34).
Competition is strong: 54 other bars are within a mile and 266 within three miles. The closest is Stelios Bottles & Bites, 0.2 mi away.
152 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Japanese & SushiRyota< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexBocaditos Chicago< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeVietfive Coffee< 0.1 mi
- AmericanThe Great American Bagel< 0.1 mi
- Breakfast & BrunchChicago Waffles< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Third Rail Tavern's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM. Monday: 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM; Tuesday: 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM; Thursday: 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Saturday: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM; Sunday: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM.
Is Third Rail Tavern open on Sunday?
Yes, Third Rail Tavern is open on Sundays: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM.
Where is Third Rail Tavern located?
Third Rail Tavern is located at 1133 West Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60607.
What is the phone number of Third Rail Tavern?
You can call Third Rail Tavern at (312) 432-9107.
Is Third Rail Tavern wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible.
Is Third Rail Tavern open late?
Yes – Third Rail Tavern is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Third Rail Tavern?
There are 459 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Third Rail Tavern. Nearby options include Ryota (< 0.1 mi), Bocaditos Chicago (< 0.1 mi), and Vietfive Coffee (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near Third Rail Tavern?
54 other bars within a mile. The closest is Stelios Bottles & Bites, 0.2 mi away.
How much do bars in Illinois cost?
Based on 9 menus with 161 priced items from bars in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $9.00.
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