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Madcats Madcats is a restaurant and bar located on W Slade Street. It is known for its live music events featuring local talent, as well as trivia, bingo, karaoke, and comedy nights during the week. The establishment also hosts special events such as drag brunches. Join the Madcats community for an unforgettable time!
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Chicken Fried Steak -$23Beef battered and fried until golden-brown and smothered with country gravy. Served with red-ski...
05/27/2026

Chicken Fried Steak -$23
Beef battered and fried until golden-brown and smothered with country gravy. Served with red-skin mashed potatoes, green beans, and garlic bread

Slade Street Polish- $15Polish sausage on a warm bun topped with sauerkraut, grilled onions, and deli mustard.Served wit...
05/19/2026

Slade Street Polish- $15
Polish sausage on a warm bun topped with sauerkraut, grilled onions, and deli mustard.
Served with cucumber salad and your choice of fries or tots.

*no modifications*

05/19/2026

Please join us in the Palatine 4th of July 2026 Parade this year. Post in the comments and we will contact you.

Check out the new California Club and Hummus platter!
05/15/2026

Check out the new California Club and Hummus platter!

New special alert! - Polish Plate -$28Sampler platter of popular Polish cuisine with enough to share!Comes with 6 hand-m...
05/13/2026

New special alert! - Polish Plate -$28
Sampler platter of popular Polish cuisine with enough to share!

Comes with 6 hand-made assorted pierogi (potato, sauerkraut/mushroom, and beef mince/onion), Kielbasa, 2 hand-made potato pancakes, sauteed sauerkraut, and cucumber salad. Served with side of sour cream, applesauce, and caramelized onions.

05/10/2026

🎸 Mom’s rock 🤘!

Happy Mother's Day from Madcats!🌹

04/27/2026

Hi all, Our Happy hour specials will now be just that, an hour from 5-6 starting Monday!🕕

04/23/2026

You can feel it… we’re more connected than ever, yet somehow more disconnected at the same time.

That’s exactly why the upcoming Local Talks: Transformation Through Connection matters.

Join us at Madcats in Palatine on Sunday, April 26 at 1:30pm for an afternoon of real conversations, real perspectives, and real community. Because stronger communities don’t just happen, they’re built through connection, one conversation at a time.

We’re bringing together the voices of Jason Stallard, Kimberly Dahlem, Dave Fi**en, and Karl Fay for a live keynote-style experience designed to cut through the noise and bring people back together.

Your ticket includes a drink and a seat in the kind of room where meaningful connection actually happens.

Grab your spot here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/local-talks-transformation-through-connection-tickets-1986091143073?aff=oddtdtcreator

Special of the week!Jalapeño Popper Burger-$16A mix of cream cheese, cheddar, and jalapeños melted on top of our juicy a...
04/20/2026

Special of the week!

Jalapeño Popper Burger-$16
A mix of cream cheese, cheddar, and jalapeños melted on top of our juicy angus burger patty. Topped with pepperjack cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Served with your choice of fries or tots.

New special starting today! Beetroot Salad. Spring mix, sliced pickled Beets, goat cheese, walnuts, sliced Granny Smi...
04/07/2026

New special starting today!

Beetroot Salad.
Spring mix, sliced pickled Beets, goat cheese, walnuts, sliced Granny Smith apples and housemade balsamic vinaigrette.
Come try it while supplies last!

04/05/2026

Welcome to Madcats musical machine featuring Floyd United tonight!

04/03/2026

We are looking for a bartender/server on a few days week. Also if you can sub on Apr 18th and 24th evening let us know message please.

It's Friday!!!! Come get our Fish Fry Friday Special - Hand battered cod loins. 2 piece or 3 piece. Comes with fries or...
03/27/2026

It's Friday!!!! Come get our Fish Fry Friday Special - Hand battered cod loins. 2 piece or 3 piece. Comes with fries or tots, tartar sauce, malt vinegar, and lemon wedge

New special!!!Tuna Melt - Grilled on marble rye with your choice of cheese. ORCold Tuna Sandwich - lettuce, tomato, o...
03/24/2026

New special!!!

Tuna Melt - Grilled on marble rye with your choice of cheese.
OR
Cold Tuna Sandwich - lettuce, tomato, onion, and your choice of cheese on marble rye.

Served with fries or tots.

03/21/2026

Go to Eleven

03/19/2026

Tomorrow at Madcats

Best of 80’s, 90’s, 00’s and current hits!!

We start at 9pm

Last two days!
03/17/2026

Last two days!

Madcats is a restaurant, bar & live music venue with the best of local food and music, with a focus on community. Besides bands every Friday and Saturday, we host an open mic every Tuesday, bingo on Wednesdays, karaoke on Thursdays, a blues jam and a jazz jam on two Sundays of the month.

Corned Beef Dinner Thick sliced corned beef, mustard mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, and sauteed shredded cabbage
03/14/2026

Corned Beef Dinner
Thick sliced corned beef, mustard mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, and sauteed shredded cabbage

Madcats is a restaurant, bar & live music venue with the best of local food and music, with a focus on community. Besides bands every Friday and Saturday, we host an open mic every Tuesday, bingo on Wednesdays, karaoke on Thursdays, a blues jam and a jazz jam on two Sundays of the month.

03/09/2026

Dear patrons, With rising costs, we will be adding a 2.5% fee for credit card payments. (Taxes still included in our prices)

03/07/2026

We are so excited to be at every weekend! 🎶🔥

Come hang out with us and enjoy some of our favorite signature sandwiches while listening to incredible live music. Nothing beats great food, great music, and great company.

From 5 PM until SOLD OUT — so come early, bring your friends, grab a sandwich, and make a night of it! 🎸🥪

03/06/2026

Fish Fry Friday Special - Hand battered cod loins. 2 piece or 3 piece. Comes with fries or tots, tartar sauce, malt vinegar, and lemon wedges

03/06/2026

Address

117 W Slade Street
Palatine, IL
60067

If you are planning to visit a bar and restaurant located on W Slade Street in Palatine, there are several ways to get there.

Public Transport:
You can take the Metra Union Pacific Northwest (UP-NW) line to Palatine station. After getting off at the station, head northwest on Smith St towards Colfax St. Turn right onto W Slade St and walk straight until you reach your desired address.

Driving:
If you want to drive, take IL-53 N or I-290 W/I-90 W towards Palatine. Take the IL-68 E/Northwest Highway exit and turn right onto N Hicks Rd. Continue straight onto S Plum Grove Rd until you reach W Slade Street.

Parking:
There is limited street parking available around the area, but there are also nearby paid parking lots that you can use. Make sure to check signage and pricing before leaving your car parked for an extended period of time.

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 10pm
Tuesday 5pm - 12am
Wednesday 5pm - 10pm
Thursday 5pm - 12am
Friday 5pm - 1am
Saturday 5pm - 1am
Sunday 5pm - 10pm

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Madcats on W Slade Street in Palatine is a must-visit for anyone looking for a great night out. This restaurant and bar not only serves delicious food and drinks but also offers the best of local music. The atmosphere is lively, and the community spirit is infectious. Madcats hosts a variety of events throughout the week, including Trivia Night, Open Mic Night, Bingo Night, Karaoke Night, and Jazz Jam. The lineup of live music acts is impressive and diverse, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking to dance the night away or just relax with friends over some tasty bites and drinks, Madcats has got you covered. So head on over to Madcats and experience the fun-filled vibe that this place has to offer!

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