The overall concept of CML is great, especially with the speakeasy entrance through a fake laundromat. Service was also pretty good considering the place was packed. However, the quality of the acts simply does not justify the price. None of the acts were very good and I would not return here for Magic in the future. read more

This magic lounge is legit! As you can see in the video there is the laundromat that you enter thru, but the entrance is so small that it doesn't actually look like a real laundromat but still a cool thing to see. Everyone here is so nice, the servers and magicians/comedians. Hostesses bring you to your little table then your server comes by to take orders and everything. They have magicians that come by to your table and do personal 1 on 1 magic tricks for you which is awesome! We then ordered the fried chicken sliders and they were super good! Great piece of chicken with some pickles and coleslaw and Mayonnaise, super tasty! The magic show was freakin awesome! The magician (Michael Kent) was so good and also very funny! It was his last night in Chicago before traveling elsewhere for another show I believe. He was so good! We then were welcomed to a behind the stage private show with another magician. He too was awesome! It's a much smaller room with a much smaller stage, more up close and personal. The whole night here was amazing and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone read more

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My husband and I had tickets to a comedy show that got canceled last minute...we were looking for other shows and snagged tickets for the magic lounge at 6pm for the 7pm show -- boy are we happy we did! The entire experience at the magic lounge is thoughtfully-curated from the second you walk in the door. The decor is amazing, the menu is diverse but small enough to execute well, and having the magicians visit each table to do private tricks while ordering/waiting for your food is genius. I've never seen live magic, but I've seen top-tier stand up, and this is top tier standup *and* magic. I couldn't believe how entertaining it was! We laughed until my back hurt. And the tricks were incredible. We were invited to continue the party back in the bar area where more magic was happening. What a fun experience! read more

Chicago Magic Lounge - Goat cheese with crostini, beef tenderloin sliders, smore, and truffles - Magicians Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Five stars, five stars, five stars! I took my partner here to celebrate our anniversary and we had the most incredible time! Let's start with the venue: it was magic upon arrival, the door staff were peasant and chatty while we waited to enter. The speakeasy entrance is such a fun touch as first timers and the welcome spiel was such a fun way to kick off the experience. Once we headed into the show area, it was glamorous and had an old-timey feel. Service- Stacey was our server and she was FANTASTIC! She welcomed us promptly, checked in throughout the evening, and had a little anniversary surprise for us. F&B- I do not drink alcohol and the mocktails were great! I loved how inclusive the menu is in that aspect. We didn't have any food this go around as we were stuffed from dinner but hoping to try some bites next time we are in. The show- the pre-show magicians were so fun and interactive, Ryan and Devin were delightful! The show itself was funny, personable, and truly jaw dropping. My cheeks hurt from grinning by the end! I cannot recommend this spot enough. read more

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My husband and I were visiting from out of town due to military obligations. It happened to be on our wedding anniversary and my husband likes magic. I found this place online and thought it would be the best place to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We sat at the bar because I read that they do live shows for a little while at the bar. We ordered a drink and waited for the magician. They cut us off after 1 of their cocktail drinks-We were shocked and curious as we were talking and waiting for the magician. Magician came and did a few tricks which were awesome-no complaints there. We tried to order from a different bartender and they said no-so we left and that was our anniversary in Chicago...HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT read more

This has been the best experience I've had in a Chicago bar. Must see to believe and still can't believe what I saw. read more

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This place was amazing! Had a superb time and the Magicians, cocktails and MC were amazing! You need to stop by and visit this place. Rolled up with a party of 8 and everybody had a phenomenal time! Worth every single penny! read more

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I've been here a few times for the Signature show. I highly recommend getting tickets early so that you can reserve premium seats (front row, main floor, main floor banquette) so that you can get guaranteed seats for the after show in the 654 club for an extra show with close up magic. Tip: If you don't have a premium ticket, you can wait around after the show and if the 654 club doesn't fill up you might still be able to get in! Also if you want to see close up magic there's the bar that's open to the public without a ticket. But that area seems to fill up quickly. The signature show also has close up magic for the first hour of the show where magicians do magic right at your table. It's so cool to see! Food and drinks are pretty decent and service is great!! Also the bathroom is a must try, the toilets, IYKYK. The entrance is easy to miss. But parking is pretty easy to find in the area. It's definitely a unique Chicago experience that I recommend for special occasions! read more

We went for a birthday celebration and they do such a great job at making it a special experience. At the host stand, by the server, intermission they made sure to wish her a happy birthday. If you want to be involved in the show make sure to sit at the front as they do include the audience regularly. A great vibe and lots of fun, Maddie was incredible! read more

This was the highlight of my Chicago trip for sure. My gf and I did the show + aftershow and, as a fan of magic + close-up magic, both were incredible. The host, Jan Rose, does an amazing job making the event & the audience feel special and energizing everyone for a late-night show. Drinks and ambience were impeccable, too. If you're in Chicago you NEED to come here! read more

This was honestly one of the coolest bar experiences in Chicago! I found out that this place was a fun speakeasy that has magic shows every night and knew I had to go! Somehow I magically got same day tickets but I heard usually you have to book this place in advance! My friend and I went to the showcase show where they show up close magic at your tables before the show but then two magicians do magic they've been recently experimenting with meaning that no show is ever the same! Not only was everyone working there super nice and fun, but I definitely got my fill of magic that night! It was so amazing and I still have no idea how any of it worked! For food, I had beef sliders and a passion fruit drink aka the sleight of hand. The sliders were good but the bread was thicker than expected which wasn't my fave but still good and the passion fruit drink was nothing exceptional but also pretty decent! Overall, this place is just really fun to go and experience and I'd love to go back one day and try a different show! read more

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For my birthday, this year I didn't think I would do anything. I had a stroke so my ability to talk was very shaky and I had recently gained the ability to walk again without a walker and any support. I was embarrassed to talk so I really didn't want to do anything. I pushed myself because I thought "I'm alive, let me live." AND let me tell you, I'm GLAD I went to the Magic Lounge!! I laughed so hard and smiled all night long! I was able to release the pain I felt emotionally and just ENJOY the night! I enjoyed EVERY performer, even the ones that came to our table. The ambiance is wonderful and just allows you to relax. The food is good too! My waiter found out it was my birthday and surprised me with a drink! My husband and I were asked if we wanted to go to the private show after the main show and we said yes! I'm glad we did!! I've been telling people that they NEED to check out the Chicago Magic Lounge! It's wonderful!!! read more

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My boyfriend is a big fan of magic so this was definitely on the list of things to do. If you go early, there is a small bar in the front of the venue space that do pre show magic and have drinks available for purchase. When it is time, you are escorted to your seat (seats are pre purchased online). I sat in a middle row but as the venue is spacious but small, there are no bad seats. There is about 30-45 min of seating, time to order drinks, and magicians come around the tables doing small table magic. The show host was amazing and the acts are unique and entertaining! I would highly recommend going if not for the show but also the food! I will say the prices are a little more expensive but not unexpected for the area in chicago. read more

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MUST COME WHEN VISITING CHICAGO! I seen this speakeasy trending on every social media platform so I had to check it out during my visit to Chicago. The small magic show that I was able to attend was very intimate & enjoyable but I really stayed for the drinks and the great chat with my bartender, Aaron. His drinks are ADDICTING!! I don't know if Aaron has a touch to his mixing, but every drink he made for me that night was refreshing!! HAVE YOU EVER HAD A REFRESHING ALCOHOLIC DRINK THAT WASN'T BEER?! HOWEVER/WHATEVER he mixed it... had me on the most enjoyable walk in the Chicago rain for 30 minutes at 2AM. read more

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Okay so I booked this experience for my husband and I for our wedding anniversary and let me say that was probably one of the COOLESTTT experiences we've ever been to in Chicago!! Both him and I LOVEEE magic shows and we found out about Chicago magic lounge a LONGGG time ago but could never find tickets! I ended up booking this experience in September for us and finally got tickets for December! First off, you have to actually FINDDD the entrance which is an experience in itself Once inside, it's magic on magic on magic! There is bar magic, table magic, and the actual magic show which was PHENOMENAL!!! Every single person and staff member and server and magician and host - greeted us individually and congratulated us for our anniversary! We felt so so special! The magicians are insanely funny and incredibly talented!!! There is so much to see! The cocktails are strong and delicious. The food was Amazing! We got the fried chicken sliders and the s'mores and both were a 10/10! The vibes are amazing! I literally cannot wait to go back for another show!! If you need a date night or a friends night out - this is the PERFECTTT spot!!! read more

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Great service, great show. Never knew magic could be so much fun. The magic was great but who knew the magicians could be so funny.

Such a fun date night! Intimate venue with shows, food, and drinks, plus a cocktail bar at the end. Definitely book ahead as it seems to be popular. read more

Chicago Magic Lounge - Magicians Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The Chicago Magic Lounge is a MUST if you're visiting the city or a local Chicagoan! I was blown away by how fun and magical the experience was. The first hour is spent enjoying cocktail hour with magicians performing slight of hand card tricks at your table. My friends and I had a blast with this! The second portion entails a performance on stage. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Such a fun night out! Grabbed a drink at the front bar before the show. Ordered another drink during the show. The upgraded post show tickets are worth it! read more

We were bringing my 6 year old so we went to a family show. If you and your kids love magic, this is worth it. It's interactive and entertaining. They served cocktails for adults and food & drinks catered for young ones. We sat at the front, right of stage but the magician picked most of the volunteers from the 2nd row or above. Luckily, my kid doesn't like being chosen so if your kid does, don't sit up front. read more

I booked the Chicago Magic Lounge for my friend's birthday and we really enjoyed the show. They suggest early arrival so you can enjoy the ambience and cocktails. We arrived right as doors were "closing". I wish I would've listened and arrived a little earlier so I could spend time at the "speakeasy" portion - laundry mat store front and beautifully decorated entrance room. The menu itself seemed to be lacking. It's more of an appetizer and cocktails vibe, so I wish we would've grabbed a meal before. Before the show begins, there are magicians that approach your party to do a little show. Paige and Luis were great! Their tricks were very entertaining and they had great personalities. The show itself was fantastic. The headlining magician, Trent James, was so charismatic! I had a lot of fun watching him and really enjoyed his performance. At the end of the show, they have a bar area opened for seating and lounging. In that space, magicians continue the show at each table. So cool! They say that Chicago Magic Lounge is a MUST do when in town. I think it's super fun for a night out of entertainment. read more

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Went to the 10pm show and we were stuck in the upper mezzanine with an obstructed view. What made it worse was there was some event going on behind the wall a few feet from us which totally distributed the show we had paid for and were trying to listen to. The magic show itself was only one hour although it was advertised as a two hour show. During the first hour the staff spent plenty of time urging guests to eat and drink...a lot. We had just come from dinner, so we were neither hungry nor thirsty. Sitting so high up made us feel disengaged and like we were not appreciated. The first magician was just okay, the second magician was enjoyable, but we wouldn't return because the management was not receptive to the disruptive goings on just a few feet from where we sat desperately trying to hear the magician below. read more

I took away one star because a great time ended with me wondering did we just get jipped on the bill! The waiter waved the iPad in front of my friend with only the total! My friend still in the moment of the show quickly added a tip and signed! Well later on I realized there was NO WAY we should've been charge $187 for what we ordered considering one person didn't even order food and the menu is not on the expensive side. Im more than sure we were over charged about 30 or more bucks. I HATE WHEN THIS IS DONE...so lesson learned ALWAYS ask to see the entire bill even if the show is still going on.... Now for the positives The entire night was great from walking into the establishment with the appearance of being in a laundromat until we left! We were celebrating two birthdays! This is great for date night girls night out heck honestly boys night out too.... Food was soooooo good with tons of flavor! Not a huge menu but great options even for vegans/vegetarians! Alcohol drinks were ok per friends...I personally only had a shot The magicians were awesome and so funny! They really give each table a lot of attention! The show is a combination of comedians and magic I loved learning the history of Chicago magicians! No recording while the show is going on...so I wish I was able to take pics on the way in by the dryers but the line was moving kinda fast....so have your camera ready! I wouldn't suggest going early because we weren't allowed in until 15 minutes before our show...the nice man at the door directed up to a bar at the corner to used their restrooms and get a drink because we came about 45 minutes early thinking we could watch stuff before the show...nope lol Overall a great experience and great staff and would love to go again! JUST REMEMBER TO CHECK THE ENTIRE BILL read more

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This was a fantastic experience. I have attended magic shows before but this show was put together really well. I arrived early enough to catch some magic at the bar prior to being seated for the show. For the first hour of the show, magicians come to your table to perform magic. I enjoyed that while drinking a few How Houdini Died. The last hour is the headliner. I really enjoyed the headliner. Great showmanship. I also purchased a premium ticket so after that show was over, I went to the 654 club. That was an additional 20-30 mins of up close magic. This was a fun time. I had a blast and I would definitely go back. read more

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My son got us tickets to The Magic Lounge. Plan ahead, because they are sold out weeks in advance. Close up table Magic plus a stage Magic show. read more

Chicago Magic Lounge - Magicians Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great magic, great food, great drinks. We loved the chicken sliders, which had a nice spice to them, and the fries were superb. Always worth a visit. The prices are very reasonable, too. read more

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Oh my. What a fabulous time. I heard about the Chicago Magic Lounge pre-pandemic and had in the back of my mind that it would be fun to check it out. Then all hell broke loose... but when Yelp was doing their awesomely fantastic virtual events (I'd still love it if they had those!!), the Chicago CM at the time arranged one with the CML. I'm a child, really, so magic delights me and I loved that virtual event (easily two and a half years ago now) and have been itching to visit since. Chicago Magic Lounge is a ten minute walk from my home, so it's not difficult to get to--but it's super popular, and their shows can sell out weeks in advance. I wanted to visit for their Signature Show, which as the name suggests is their most popular. They have shows throughout the week as well and the Signature is Thursday through Sunday. But first you have to find the place! It's tricky and clever from the jump. You could easily miss it because there's no signage telling you what this location is, so you need to know the address or you won't think you're in the correct place, since it's a refurbished laundromat. When you attend this show at least, there's a pre-show in the bar in the hour before the main event begins if you're there early enough (they're strict about the limit in the bar, so if you're late you'll start the line outside and folks driving by will wonder what they're missing). When you figure out how to enter--I won't spoil it--you'll enter the magic library and bar. The library has a whole bunch of magic memorabilia: Books, handbills and posters, and so on that are all authentic. When you enter the Harry Blackstone Theatre (named after a prominent magician who practiced in Chicago), the first half of the evening for the Signature is a cocktail hour. The staff will come round and take your order and take care of you in general. Seating is shared, so you might have folks at your table who you don't know so take the opportunity to make new friends. The wait staff is great and totally class up the joint. I like that they take a card to charge up front because it speeds things up considerably at the end. They have a nice cocktail menu that includes several non-alcoholic drinks as well. I had the Razzle Dazzle, a mixture of raspberry lemon cordial and soda water, and it was delicious. The food is good too; we ordered the warm olives, French fries, and potato pancakes, all of which were good. Their staff of magicians will come round and perform table magic for you during the opening hour as well. Magic Sam was the first to come to our table and it was great! I loved that each of the three magicians who stopped by had very different styles, different tricks, and it was fresh each time. I stepped away for a moment to use the bathroom, where the magic continues with heated toilet seats! And when I came back there was a magician at our table ready to show us some more magic. The hour--both hours, actually; the cocktail hour and the main show--goes by quick! But if you purchase a premium ticket (which I did) there's private show in the smaller 634 Lounge after the main program. That show lasts 30-45 minutes itself. I balked a bit at the ticket price but really you get a tremendous value for your ticket. The stage magicians are as much comedians and actors as they are illusionists, and they're all truly excellent at their craft. Within a few minutes of the cocktail hour, I knew I wanted to bring my mom here when she visits. There's truly not a bad seat in the house so although we sat near the stage I'd be happy sitting in the mezzanine seats or balcony (seating is determined by the level of ticket you purchase). I am truly looking forward to returning, either for another signature show or one of the various other shows they put on throughout the week. For folks who enjoy illusionists, performers, or just want to have a night out and do something outside your norm, I can't recommend Chicago Magic Lounge highly enough. read more

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My BF loves magic and Speakeasies. So when we were planning our trip to Chicago, and saw this Lounge, that makes you go through a laundromat entrance to go in, we immediately bought tickets. You can get there early and sit at the bar before the show, but it's a small area and fill in fast, but if that happens they guide you to other bars near by so you don't have to wait standing up (in line) while the doors open for the show. Once checked in, they show you to your seats, and several magicians are performing tricks table by table. You can hear the oohs, and gasps and laughs when they do their tricks. You also have a designated staff member for drinks and food, and come around during the show making sure you have everything you need. The magicians performing on stage were a surprise, not announced on the site, and we got to see some really impressive things. At the end you can either go to the bar, and see more magic performed by the bartenders, or go home discussing all the magic you just saw. The only thing is that the performers can be a hit or miss but other than that, it a really fun thing to do in Chicago. read more

Holy moly! What a great show. Went on a Tuesday night. Magicians came around to tables and did some amazing close up stuff. The show itself featured two funny magicians who did some stuff I was blown away by. After the show, we hung out at the bar and Al James did more incredible close ip magic. THE DUCK! Just a great time overall. Highly recommended!!! read more

The venue is really cool, there is a theater, bar, and backroom all with different magic themes and performances. We arrived on-time for the show (10:00) which seemed needless. The first hour of the performance is mainly cocktails and magicians walking to each table performing tricks. In the hour long pre-show only one magician came by for about 5 minutes (it seemed like the premium seats got more attention which is to be expected). The pre-show magic seemed a bit gimmicky but it was fun and entertaining. The actual performance comprised three acts. They were interesting and fun! I was disappointed that one act (at least) clearly had a plant in the audience which was more or less confirmed by the plant after the show in that he knew / travelled with the magician; kind of disappointing. Some of the other tricks also seemed lack luster after I had observed audience interaction in the pre-show which enabled the trick. All in all for $65 per person it felt a little expensive, however, we were entertained and left with great conversation the next day about how we thought some of the tricks were done. read more

Who knew there was such a thing as Chicago style magic? First timer, saw the Signature Show, cost $65 for premium ticket (lasted about 3 hours). Had a fun night and the last act that came with the premium ticket was definitely worth attending. The magicians in the first hour going from table to table were great, as were the 3 acts that follow. The middle act was just so-so. There are no drink minimums and they offer a small food menu. There were lots of people celebrating their birthdays and anniversary. For the 10pm show, street parking was easy to find and free after 6pm. Don't forgot to bring or take a photo of your vaccine card, they will check before entering the venue. .|\---/| | o_o | .\_^_/..2021 read more

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Came here for my sisters bday and it was a fun experience but I did not enjoy the show. I was expecting a magic show but it seemed like a goofy play. We actually ended up leaving early because we were bored. The food was great but the menu is very limited. Also in one of the sections you need to share a very small table with complete strangers so keep that in mind when purchasing tickets. read more

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All I have to say is WOW!!! Worth every moment and dollar! 10/10 must visit, good for any special occasion. read more

Chicago Magic Lounge - Magicians Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Really cool spot to visit at least once if you're in Chicago. It's just a very unique experience. It could be considered pretty pricey but I'd rather spend that money on a show and amazing drinks than just a fancy dinner (although the fries here are amazing). The drinks actually get you tipsy, there is magic at the bar and the table before the show even starts, and you can hang out in a cool lounge after the show. So much to like! The show itself was also pretty cool! Although it may not have been the most jaw dropping magic I've ever seen, I loved how interactive it was and still hard to figure out how the tricks are being done. read more

Chicago Magic Lounge - Magicians Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I don't think I had wildly high expectations or anything, but they definitely weren't met. My friend and I went for a quick drink (not the actual show), and sat at the bar. We found the bartender/comedian's jokes awkward and poorly delivered. Maybe just wasn't our vibe, but seemed like quite a few people left at the break. read more

This was an impromptu date night with my hunni! We had a blast! The magic was magical and the drink/service on par! read more

Chicago Magic Lounge - Magicians Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Had the best time here at the bar! Cocktails were delicious and the little magic show they put on for us was super funny! read more

Chicago Magic Lounge - Impractical Magic - Magicians Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Definitely worth the visit if you are in Chicago. Pros... cool location with all the "extras". High quality magicians and staff great support staff. And did I mention the heated toilet seat in the women's restroom??? Nice touch on a freezing Chicago night.. lol Cons... OMG is it loud in there!!! The organ playing was horribly loud, trying to out do the craziest loudness of just the guests for the evening. The MC.. very loving co-owner.. but audio needs to turn down the volume!! Especially since the space is pretty small. read more

Magic doesn't usually surprise me -- the acts are usually transparent, obvious, or overused --, but the Chicago Magic Lounge was truly an amazing experience. The show experience is split up into two sections: the first hour is an intimate, up-close experience of Chicago magic and the second hour is a larger magic experience with two performers on the stage. The servers, performers, and hosts were extremely friendly. There is a menu full of drinks and small bites that you can order from while you watch the show. We tried the S'mores, but it was pretty unremarkable. The magic experience at Chicago Magic Lounge is truly outstanding. The performers are entertaining, funny, and witty. They draw you into the show with commentary, and they leave you stunned with their tricks. I appreciated that they chose to go around to different parts of the audience; everyone had a chance to participate if they wanted. After the show, there was an open-to-everyone magic performance at the bar, but I wasn't able to stay and watch. I will definitely be checking that out the next time I come! Fun show! read more

My husband and parents surprised me with a night at the Chicago Magic Lounge as an anniversary gift. It was just my husband and I attending the event and we had premium tickets to attend all of the shows that night. We started out with a chaotic kerfuffle right as we arrived as we realized my husbands phone had been left in our Uber. The staff was INCREDIBLE as we took care of the situation and made sure we felt comfortable and safe the entire time. We went to the bar area while we waited for our driver to come back with the phone and enjoyed several delicious cocktails-we had multiple of the signature drink "How Houdini Died" and this has become my new favorite drink. We also enjoyed the truffles, baked goat cheese, and the s'more-all of which were 10/10 delicious and absolutely would get again. All three acts we saw tonight, plus the bar magician, were MASTERS of their craft and genuinely hilarious, clever, and engaging. We were wowed beyond words and laughed until we had tears in our eyes. An important note is that I am in a wheelchair. Very often we find that we are pushed to the side and made to feel like an inconvenience when we are at locations like this. NOT TONIGHT. The staff was friendly, helpful, kind, and went out of their way to make sure we felt like the VIPs we were that night. One woman in particular (I cannot recall her name but she had short curly brown hair and an awesome taste in fashion!) asked me if she could touch my wheelchair before moving it and referred to it as "my shoes" and "my legs"-I have never felt so seen and respected. This place is magical, classy, beautiful, historic, and filled with staff who love their jobs and love people. We will be back and we would recommend this place to ANYONE wanting a fabulous date night, adult get together, or just a casual evening with friends. read more