Opening hours
Closed · opens 4:00 PM
| Monday | 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Thursday | 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Friday | 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Saturday | 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sunday | 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
Local time in Chicago: 3:23 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ.
Location & directions
1043 West Lake StreetChicago, IL 60607
About inkwell
Located at 1043 West Lake Street in Chicago, Illinois, inkwell is a bar. Our Chicago guide covers 5,398 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
inkwell is open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM. It stays open late, until 2:00 AM on most nights.
Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 1043 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60607
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 10 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 4 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared inkwell’s weekday schedule with 126 other bars in Chicago. On a typical weekday it opens at 4:00 PM, close to the local norm of 4:00 PM and closes at 2:00 AM, in line with the typical 2:00 AM.
In total it is open about 70 hours a week, 4 hours more than the local median of 67. 88% of bars in Chicago open on Sundays, and inkwell 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 inkwell’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
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Cash
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of inkwell there are 200 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 475 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (72), Cafes & Coffee (55), Bakeries & Desserts (36), and Sandwiches & Delis (34).
Competition is strong: 56 other bars are within a mile and 280 within three miles. The closest is Broken Hearts, < 0.1 mi away.
164 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Japanese & SushiGyuro Ramen< 0.1 mi
- ItalianRiccardo Osteria< 0.1 mi
- PizzaForno Rosso Pizzeria Napoletana< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeMatcha Cita< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisTilly Bagel< 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 inkwell's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Monday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM; Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Thursday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Friday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Saturday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Sunday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM.
Is inkwell open on Sunday?
Yes, inkwell is open on Sundays: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM.
Where is inkwell located?
inkwell is located at 1043 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60607.
Is inkwell open late?
Yes – inkwell is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near inkwell?
There are 475 other places to eat and drink within a mile of inkwell. Nearby options include Gyuro Ramen (< 0.1 mi), Riccardo Osteria (< 0.1 mi), and Forno Rosso Pizzeria Napoletana (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near inkwell?
56 other bars within a mile. The closest is Broken Hearts, < 0.1 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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