Sheffield's provides authentic black-and-white photochemical photo booth sessions in Chicago, Illinois, United States, preserving classic analog darkroom chemistry. This open-sided Model 14 black and white photobooth is located in Sheffield's back room, full of pool tables but empty of people when I stopped by. The booth is sandwiched between a Golden Tee game and a Sopranos pinball machine. The photos have nicely rounded bottom corners, but the photos come over quite dark and muddy. UPDATE 9/18/12: Stefan reports that the booth at Sheffield's is now gone, removed during an expansion.
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Sheffield's · Chicago
Sheffield's
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Sheffield's is listed as broken in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Black and white strips, $3.00 per strip, cash only.
Location & directions
3258 N. Sheffield Ave., Chicago, Illinois, United States
41.94159, -87.65421
Telemetry
- Cost
- $3.00per strip
- Hardware
- B&W
- Payment
- Cash Only
- Film
- B&W
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Tariff
| Photo strip | $3.00 |
|---|---|
| Payment | Cash Only |
| Format | B&W |
Listed price · confirm at the machine
Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about Sheffield's
Is the photo booth at Sheffield's still working?
We haven't confirmed it recently. It was listed as running when we added it, but analog booths do go down. Ring the venue first if it's a long trip, and report back either way.
How much is a strip at Sheffield's, and can I pay by card?
$3.00 for a strip. Cash only — bring coins or small notes.
Is Sheffield's a real film photo booth or a digital one?
Real film. It's a B&W. Prints are black-and-white, developed with real chemistry inside the machine, so expect to wait a few minutes for the strip to drop.
Do I need to book, or can I just walk up to Sheffield's?
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 Sheffield's, and how long does it take?
One strip of four shots in black and white for $3.00. 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 Sheffield's?
We don't have the hours yet. It's inside the venue, so go during their normal opening times, and check ahead if you're travelling far.
How do I get to Sheffield's?
It's at 3258 N. Sheffield Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Use the map above for transit, walking or driving directions from wherever you are.
Can I get into Sheffield's 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 Sheffield's 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 Sheffield's last checked?
Aug 26, 2005, by us. If you've been more recently, mark it visited on this page — that's how we keep listings honest.
About
This open-sided Model 14 black and white photobooth is located in Sheffield's back room, full of pool tables but empty of people when I stopped by. The booth is sandwiched between a Golden Tee game and a Sopranos pinball machine. The photos have nicely rounded bottom corners, but the photos come over quite dark and muddy. UPDATE 9/18/12: Stefan reports that the booth at Sheffield's is now gone, removed during an expansion.
Verification
- Status
- Broken
- Last checked
- Aug 26, 2005
- Source
- photobooth.net
- Classification
- Analog
- Listing updated
- Mar 16, 2026
- Photo signals
- 0
