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    Renaissance Bronzeville

    2.7 (36 reviews)
    Open 9:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    RENAISSANCE BRONZEVILLE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Trendy
    Good for groups
    Good for dancing
    Outdoor seating

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    MaryJ N.

    Fell into this joint while visiting my family in the Chi. I came from Los Angeles. They play pretty kool housemusic to me but what do I know. Watched the end of the playoffs and everybody was dancing. Did not drink but it was kool people there and great vibes. Parking was easy on the streets. Walked right in. No cover charge. Really big space too.

    Watered down apple martini
    Jenny J.

    This place is disgusting and needs to be shut down. I attended a Super Bowl Party here last night. I had a 6 dollar watered down Apple Martini.... It was clear, but suppose to be green! There was no running water. The toilets were full of feces, blood, and urine. The sinks did not work, so no one could wash their hands. The bar was serving drinks in plastic cups. They had a restaurant catering food there, and charging about 6 dollars for 5 wings. But of course we know their hands were dirty. The floors were also covered in water in the front of the bar and they used a fan to dry the carpets . It was just disgusting . The health department needs to inspect this place ASAP !!!! Serving food and drinks with no working bathrooms is a health code violation .

    Latrice A.

    I was able to score some tickets for a day party held at this location This is the former spot, of jokes sand notes comedy club that I used to frequent often I love what they have done to the place open seating comfortable couches on dim lighting when you walk outside there's a patio and firepit they even had set up some hookah for the guests to enjoy Everything was clean and spotless because we were some of the first guests to arrive no issues with the bathrooms the only issue I would say was for the event itself and it pretty much balls on the promoter which stated in the flyer that you would get free Refreshments until it was exhausted so when I found who to voice my concerns to which was a gentleman in the Hat I cannot recall his name right now he took care of the problem and promptly bought a appetizers to eat he bought my first round of drink and my girlfriend bought several others they had a drink promotion for the evening that the DJ on the ones and twos were was amazing we had a decent time

    Lounge area.
    Belle L.

    All ages can groove to the song rhythm. Everybody is here to dance. ENTRANCE FEE after 11 pm ranges from $10-20 depending on crowd/event. VISA/MC accepted. Diverse FASHION. MEN: Eddie Bauer sweater, suits, fedoras, zip up sweater, 1-800-THIRSTY T-shirt. WOMEN: glitter, studs, club wear, pants, short skirts, heals, flats. LOUNGE area. DANCE/DJ area has the group seating, selfie wall with some lighting, itty bitsy formal dancing area with a step and bar. 4 speakers from the front and along the side (across the bar). BATHROOM was nasty. No toilet paper. It seems like there are 2 sets of bathroom - dance and lounge. DRINKS take forever. Difficult to get Bartender attention. Inefficient bar setup. $2 bottled water. Plenty of wine spritzer. Stick to basics.

    Back bar and tv
    Tony H.

    Renaissance Bronzeville is a nice spot here on the South Side. Stop in for a cold one Thursday after working late and it was a whole party. That night was deep house and the vibe was great! People were festive, dancing and the music was very nice. This place just looks good. The bar backs pour decent cocktails and the prices aren't ridiculous. I'll definitely be back.

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    6 months ago

    Every thing is cool but the volume of the music TURN IT DOWN A BIT. Cant hear yourself think.

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    The best "House" music DJs spin here. My new place to unwind on Wednesdays.

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    Ask the Community - Renaissance Bronzeville

    Is there s cover charge?

    Not before 11

    How is the crowd here, mature (30+), younger (21-30), or mixed?

    Pretty diverse crowd. I'd say the group is progressive. Drinks aren't cheap, so that kind of regulated the crowd control.

    Can tennis shoes/sneakers be worn here?

    Tennis shoes are ok

    Is there a cover at the door?

    Not until after 11..

    How do I reserve a VIP seating for a birthday party this Saturday. I've been calling the contact information that's listed but I'm not getting an answer and it keeps saying that the voicemail is full?

    Shun Dyes contact him to obtain this info.

    Do they serve food?

    I didn't notice any food. Just drinks from the bar or bottle service.

    Some like it hot what night is spoken word?

    Saturday

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    Review Highlights - Renaissance Bronzeville

    She poorer stiff drinks, stayed on top of taking care of us, and overall was just dope.

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    Cowboy steak with onions and carrots
    Cowboy steak with onions and carrots
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