Smartbar at Metro is an active, verified analog photo booth situated in Chicago, Illinois, United States, producing physical silver halide photo prints. Originally an analog photo booth that was one of Bre Conley-Saxon's most memorable and challenging projects. The booth had severe issues - it smelled terrible, had been rewired multiple times, and smoked twice, causing building evacuations. After the second smoking incident where firefighters took an ax to the booth door, it was converted from analog to digital. Even after conversion to digital, it continued to have problems.
Opening hours for Smartbar at Metro: Monday: Closed. Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Thursday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Friday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Sunday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM.
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Smartbar at Metro · Chicago
Smartbar at Metro
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Smartbar at Metro is listed as operational in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Photo strips, cash only.
Location & directions
3730 N. Clark St., Chicago, Illinois, United States
41.94978, -87.65900
Telemetry
- Hours today
- Closed
- Payment
- Cash Only
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Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about Smartbar at Metro
Is the photo booth at Smartbar at Metro 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 Smartbar at Metro, 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 Smartbar at Metro 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 Smartbar at Metro?
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 Smartbar at Metro, 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 Smartbar at Metro?
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Sunday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM. The booth is inside the venue, so those are the hours that matter.
How do I get to Smartbar at Metro?
It's at 3730 N. Clark St., Chicago, Illinois. Use the map above for transit, walking or driving directions from wherever you are.
Can I get into Smartbar at Metro 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 Smartbar at Metro 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 Smartbar at Metro 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 Smartbar at Metro
Originally an analog photo booth that was one of Bre Conley-Saxon's most memorable and challenging projects. The booth had severe issues - it smelled terrible, had been rewired multiple times, and smoked twice, causing building evacuations. After the second smoking incident where firefighters took an ax to the booth door, it was converted from analog to digital. Even after conversion to digital, it continued to have problems.
Smartbar at Metro is listed at 3730 N. Clark St., Chicago, Illinois, United States. Booth Beacon has not confirmed the exact machine model at this address yet, so the hardware row on this page stays blank until someone reports it.
The booth is currently listed as working, with published hours of Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Sunday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM. Per-strip pricing is not published for this listing — the price card on the machine is the authority. It takes cash; card payment has not been confirmed here, so bring notes or coins.
This entry is compiled from blockclubchicago.org and was last checked on May 18, 2026. If the booth has moved, changed price, or stopped working, use the report link on this page so the next visitor gets the correction.
Hours
Monday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM Thursday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM Friday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM Sunday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Verification
- Status
- Operational
- Last checked
- May 18, 2026
- Source
- community sources
- Classification
- Digital
- Listing updated
- May 18, 2026
- Photo signals
- 0
