Madcats: Palatine's Live Music Hotspot
Palatine's premier live music venue with great food, craft cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere for a memorable night out.
Madcats is a lively restaurant, bar, and music venue in downtown Palatine, Illinois, offering a diverse menu, craft cocktails, and nightly live entertainment in an intimate atmosphere. Known for its friendly vibe and reasonable prices, it's a popular spot for locals and visitors seeking a fun night out.
A brief summary to Madcats
- 117 W Slade St Suite 109, Palatine, Illinois, 60067, US
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- Monday 5 pm-12 am
- Tuesday 5 pm-12 am
- Wednesday 5 pm-12 am
- Thursday 5 pm-12 am
- Friday 5 pm-2 am
- Saturday 5 pm-2 am
- Sunday 5 pm-12 am
Local tips
- Check the Madcats website or social media for the nightly entertainment schedule to find your favorite music genre.
- Arrive early, especially on weekends, to secure a good seat, as the venue can get crowded.
- Consider using ride-sharing services or public transportation, as parking in downtown Palatine can be limited.
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Getting There
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Walking
Madcats is located in downtown Palatine, a short walk from many local points of interest. From the Metra station at 137 W Wood St, head east on Wood Street for four blocks. Turn right onto S. Smith Street, then left onto W. Slade Street. Madcats will be on your left at 117 W Slade St. This walk is approximately 9 minutes. Sidewalks are available.
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Public Transport
The Metra Union Pacific/Northwest Line stops at the Palatine station. From the station, Madcats is a short walk. Palatine Township also offers a bus service for senior citizens and disabled individuals within Palatine Township boundaries for $2.00 per one-way ride. Reservations must be made at least 3 working days in advance.
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Taxi/RideShare
Taxi and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Palatine. A short ride from the Palatine Metra station to Madcats will typically cost between $7 and $12, depending on demand and surge pricing. Palatine Township offers a Taxi Voucher Card for eligible residents.
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Parking
Street parking is available in downtown Palatine. There are also public parking lots. All spaces within the commuter lots are open to the general public after 5 p.m. on weekdays and on weekends. The village utilizes multi-space parking meters for processing daily fee parking payments. For those paying cash, the daily parking fee is $2. For those using debit/credit cards, the daily parking fee is $2.20.
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