A unique Ecuadorian bar & lounge ...



... was created with the goal of giving our visitors a realistic experience of what is like to be in  Ecuador itself. The atmosphere makes people comfortable from the first minute. It offers live music from several Latin bands, stand-up comedians, karaoke, and a wide selection of drinks and appetizers. Weekly special events are scheduled on a regular basis and private events can be accommodated with previous notice.

Live music...

... is offered from Thursday to Saturday for the joy of our customers. Our live shows feature an array of Latin music, from the modern tropical sounds of today like Salsa, Boleros and Cha Cha Chas, to the most traditional beats of Pasillos, Baladas, and Latin American rythms. Our goal is to offer the music sound of as many Latin American countries as possible. Guest musicians come from Ecuador, Chile, Colombia, Argentina, Venezuela and Peru among other countries.

      Our very own Alex and Omero Silva delight the public with their repertoire of sones, boleros pasillos, baladas, and folk songs. They come from a large family tradition of excellent musicians in their native Ecuador and have settled down in Chicago to bring latin rythms to our visitors.



Special guests ...

... always visit El Balcon so don't be suprised if you find a celebrity next to your table. Some of the clebrities that  have joined us at El Balcon are:

Charlie Saa


Carlos Vera


President Rafael Correa's sister Pierina Correa


City Clerk Miguel Del Valle