I turned to ChatGPT for recommendations on live music with good vibes near my hotel, and The…read moreBassment was at the top of the list. I decided to live a little and give it a try. I arrived a little after 9 and was greeted with no line. Since I didn't have a reservation, I paid a $10 cover. Walking downstairs, I was immediately impressed with the British décor, lots of IG-worthy spots. Because it was still early, I was able to head straight to the bar for a drink. The bartender mentioned the band would start at 9:30 and that things usually pick up around 10. He also let me know the couches were open seating until reserved groups arrived. The band was fantastic and had people dancing not long after they started. By 11, the place was standing room only. I tapped out around 1 and walked past a long line waiting to get in. I'm happy I trusted ChatGPT's suggestion. The Bassment delivered a fun night with great music, drinks, and energy. I'll definitely visit again.

Really happy to have found this spot for live music on a Saturday night. We arrived right around 8,…read morewhen doors open. Musics starts at 930ish so it's a bit of a wait if you get there that early, but potentially worth it to snag a lounge/table until reservations show up. Reservations are pricey, but with a group would be super fun and worth it. Workout having reservations, we gave up our seats and headed to the front to hang around the bar near the stage. Really awesome staff, and a coat check if you need it. The bar tenders were friendly and attentive. The music was fabulous. Fun crowd. The drink list was super fun with pop star nmes, the Taylor Swift was the fav, and not just bc I am a Swiftie. The bathtub drink is cute, get one for the photo and move on. The cream didn't work for me. Highly recommend for a fun live music experience and vibe.

Short but sweet review - the experiences we've had at the Chicago Theater have always been…read moreconsistently good. This time was no different. My last review still stands. We arrived on time, were seated, and the concert started on time. The acoustics are great and our seats were in a good spot. We used their concession stand to get water and snacks - because we bought our tickets and paid for the concessions using a Chase card, we were given a big discount - nice. We'll continue to go to the Chicago theater when they have shows we want to see. It's a great theater and a wonderful experience.

I have been to the Chicago Theatre several times for concerts and have had experiences in all of my…read morevisits. It's an iconic Chicago landmark for catching live events. I like its ornate décor, the stadium style seats set-up which offers good stage view, the acoustics, and the overall aesthetics of this venue which makes it an ideal place to watch live events. On my recent (late June 2026) visit to see The Human League, Soft Cell, and Alison Moyet for the Generations tour, overall, I had a good experience. There were couple of issues that we had such as lack of cool air circulation inside the auditorium (it was hot and sweaty) and a couple of people standing throughout the show to dance, blatantly blocking other peoples' view and not caring about being inconsiderate and uncourteous to people behind them to which the theatre ushers had no problem with it. Otherwise, I have not had issues at this venue. So, 4.5 stars but rounded up to five. I look forward to going back here.

We went to Winter's Jazz Club for a Sinatra show, and it was a great time. It's a super cool jazz…read moreclub, and everything that night was set up beautifully, the production, lighting, seating. The set itself was great and really fit the space. I ordered the Blackberry Jam Session, which was great and easy to drink. Service was magnificent throughout the night. Overall, the vibe was excellent, and it felt like a really cool spot. Definitely a great place to catch live jazz and enjoy a drink.

THE SHOW -- 5/5 stars! We saw Bryan Eng's show and it was…read morephenomenal. The vibes are great and 1.5 hours of jazz passed by so quickly. A great place to experience amazing musical talent! Great place to go for a date night! THE DRINKS -- 3/5 stars There is a $10 min per person during the shows. Both of the drinks we got were quite sour and don't think I'd get either again. Of the two, I liked the blackberry jam session cocktail more than the French 77. There's no food in the menu so eat before or after

(Kari's Rating 8.5/10)…read more Stopped in for a quick drink before dinner before Gus' Sip N Dip. We didn't have much time, but it was of course dead as it was 7 PM on a Monday. I ordered the lemon drop martini and it came with a beautiful sugar rim and a curly lemon slice which made the drink look very aesthetically pleasing. It is relatively loud because it is a semi-karaoke bar. The bartender was really sweet and made our drink relatively strong. I loved coming here when it's super busy for a happy hour or a late night piano session.

I so love dueling piano bars! I got there at 7 on a Thursday to grab food and front row seats. Be…read morewarned music started an hour later. I didn't get to enjoy as much music as I wanted as I had a boat tour to get to but I went back after. Totally different vibe! Really was slow, chill, later was insanely packed after 10, standing room only. Great vibes though still. The grilled chicken sandwich was good, came with fries alright they were a bit overdone. Loved the char and soft texture of the bread. I might go with pretzel or nachos next time. Great menu options! Servi e staff were running and seemed stressed fun the moment they opened. Definitely working very hard. Would have loved to see them smiling and having fun too. Well definitely be back when I'm in town.

Awesome venue that's right downtown!…read more I've been to a lot of the House Of Blues venues across the country and they all have provided a good time and good sound and that was totally the case here too! Overall this one will be short and to the point we came to a show saw the show it sounded awesome and it was a good time! Also if you can find street parking it will save you some cash that you can spend at the venue buying some of the touring bands merch!

Holy cow this is a terrible music venue. I'm surprised it was my first time here but after coming…read moreonce, I will never be coming here again. Came to see a sold out show and was shocked to see the line to get in wrapped around the entire building. Our wait in line was approximately 30-40 minutes and once we got in, I could already tell the place was not suitable for thousands of people. Inside the venue, there were easily 2,000+ people, although the max capacity is listed at 1250. The bartender himself said he wouldn't attend a sold out show at the House of Blues due to the over-selling and decreased safety. I don't even know how this place passes fire safety checks. If you have anxiety or don't enjoy insanely huge crowds, I would not recommend coming here. Oh, and the drinks are overpriced. No surprise there

Lovely spot for jazz. The customer service was amazing from start to finish. Everyone was genuinely…read morekind, from the moment you walk in and pay the cover charge to the server who went out of their way to make you feel comfortable and stayed very attentive throughout the night. The music itself was also really good and felt like the main focus of the whole experience. If you are solo, there are not always the best views of the stage depending on where you sit, but it still felt worth it because the performance is strong enough that you stay engaged no matter where you are seated. They ask that conversation volume be kept to a minimum for the performers. The food was decent and a little pricey, but for the overall experience it felt worth spending a bit more. Between the atmosphere, service, and music, it added to the night rather than taking away from it. Overall the combination of great customer service, good energy, and the location near the riverfront made it a really enjoyable experience! I was also able to walk from my accommodation to the venue and back, and it felt safe and easy to navigate.

Great spot to enjoy a night. Food was good too. We enjoyed…read morevisiting with others around us and it was just relaxing while filling our brains with jazz. I wished there was some swag to buy as my husband's name is Andy. But that's okay.

We came here for a celebration, visiting from out of state and realized how busy this place can…read moreget. It is a very diverse crowd, ranging from ages 21-60s. It was so interesting to people watch and also participate in karaoke. It felt like a judgement-free zone, which gave me the courage to go up and sing. I like that the place is crowded, but not crazy. We secured our spots by coming in early. The bartenders were nice and the drinks were reasonably priced. It is not a fancy bar, it is a "mom & pop's" hence the name Mom's Place. We didn't get a chance to check out the live music on the other side, but it seems people were having fun in every room.

Quiet enough to talk but rowdy enough to have fun! The music and atmosphere hit that sweet spot…read morewhere it feels energetic without being overwhelming. Just make sure you know what you signed up for with the karaoke room :) It definitely gets crowded on weekends and usually charges a cover. Regardless, no other bar quite does it like Mom's Place! - AD

Great atmosphere and vibe! The live music was a fantastic touch--the musician performed beautifully…read moreas I enjoyed my meal and drink. We started with the BBQ Nachos, topped with brisket--absolutely amazing. The chips were thin, crisp, and perfectly layered with flavor. I followed that with the BBQ ribs, served with fries, coleslaw, and pickles on the side. Everything was delish! A special thanks to the manager, Cassidy, for stopping by to check in and make sure everything was going well. It was a great experience all around!

Appetizer ok but charged us $10 per person for restaurant and only late night menu was offered…read moresince by the time we ordered food it was after 9 pm It only had burger and it tasted more like grease and fat and no taste of beef Chicken wings was so dried