SIGN NO MORE #3: Wally's Lounge

Wally's Lounge was brought to our attention by one of our Facebook followers (https://www.facebook.com/oldstylebars), and he only knew the places as "Bottles & Cans". Unfortunately, the sign is down, and you wouldn't even know it's a bar...so easy to drive right by. Perhaps Wally wants it this way.

3017 W. Belmont Ave.

SIGN NO MORE #2: The Mutiny

The Mutiny is a legendary music venue, in that, if you are in a band, you could probably play there...no matter how bad you are. I haven't been there in years, but the Old Style sign is gone and now there is a sign with a Canadian beer logo promoting art? Mutiny, what happened? Just kidding...I'm sure this bar is still awesome, but just a little less awesome than back in the day.

2428 N. Western Ave.

SIGN NO MORE #1: Stella's Sports Bar

In the past few years, a few bars have removed their Old Style signs for some unfortunate reason, and by using magic that is known as the Internet (and Google Maps), you can see the before and after (no photoshop). That's right--you're getting called out, bars!

935 N. Western Ave.

SIGN-FAIL: Fenix Lounge / Sofia's

11:00pm, Wednesday, June 1

4026 N. Pulaski

When I started compiling locations for the Project, this place was called the Fenix Lounge. Not too long ago, ownership changed hands and it is now called Sofia's and has one MAJOR change.

Before:

After:

Breaks my heart.