Visitors in Chicago, Illinois, United States can find Empty Bottle, a operational vintage photo booth featuring traditional dip-and-dunk film processing. Empty Bottle is an analog photo booth tucked inside a Ukrainian Village bar in Chicago. The booth produces real chemical photo strips on the spot — a beloved tradition at this neighborhood watering hole. Strips typically run $3-5.
Opening hours for Empty Bottle: Monday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM. Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM. Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM. Thursday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM. Friday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Sunday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM.
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Empty Bottle · Chicago
Empty Bottle
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Empty Bottle is listed as operational in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Photo strips, cash only.
Location & directions
1035 N. Western Ave., Chicago, Illinois, United States
41.90048, -87.68665
Telemetry
- Hours today
- 5:00 PM – 1:00 AMopen now
- Payment
- Cash Only
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Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about Empty Bottle
Is the photo booth at Empty Bottle still working?
Yes, as far as we know. We last checked on May 18, 2026. If you turn up and it's out of order, tap "Report an issue" on this page so the next person doesn't waste a trip.
How much is a strip at Empty Bottle, and can I pay by card?
The price is posted on the machine. Cash only — bring coins or small notes. Most analog booths in this range run a few pounds, euros or dollars a strip.
Is Empty Bottle a real film photo booth or a digital one?
We list only analog booths, but we haven't confirmed the machine details for this one. If you've used it, tell us what it is.
Do I need to book, or can I just walk up to Empty Bottle?
Just walk up. It's a coin-op booth, not a hire service — no booking, no attendant. If the venue is open, the booth is on.
How many photos do you get at Empty Bottle, and how long does it take?
One strip of four shots. The machine takes the four in quick succession, then develops the strip on the spot — usually three to five minutes before it drops into the slot.
What time can I use the booth at Empty Bottle?
Monday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM; Friday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Sunday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM. The booth is inside the venue, so those are the hours that matter.
How do I get to Empty Bottle?
It's at 1035 N. Western Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Use the map above for transit, walking or driving directions from wherever you are.
Can I get into Empty Bottle with a wheelchair or a pram?
We haven't checked access at this venue. Classic booths have a fixed bench and a curtain, so the booth itself is a tight fit; the venue's own access is the thing to ask them about.
What if the booth at Empty Bottle is out of order when I get there?
It happens — these machines are decades old. Scroll to "Nearest booths" in Chicago for the closest alternative, and tap "Report an issue" so we can flag it for everyone else.
When was Empty Bottle last checked?
May 18, 2026, by us. If you've been more recently, mark it visited on this page — that's how we keep listings honest.
About
Empty Bottle is an analog photo booth tucked inside a Ukrainian Village bar in Chicago. The booth produces real chemical photo strips on the spot — a beloved tradition at this neighborhood watering hole. Strips typically run $3-5.
Hours
Monday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM Thursday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM Friday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM Sunday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Verification
- Status
- Operational
- Last checked
- May 18, 2026
- Source
- community sources
- Classification
- Photo booth
- Listing updated
- May 18, 2026
- Photo signals
- 0
