I haven't been to the United Center in years, but it holds very fond memories for me. Lots of fun concerts, basketball games (go Bulls!), and hockey games (go Blackhawks!). The venue is easy to navigate and has plenty of parking at a cheaper rate than most stadiums. I took my guy to his first major league hockey game and we had a blast! It was very memorable and such a perfect way to end his first day in Chicago. I also couldn't believe my luck at finding an amazing Blackhawks leather jacket that was on sale!! Seriously couldn't believe my luck! Drinks and food are on par with other stadiums as far as price, quality, and options go. One of the cleaner stadiums I've been to as well. read more

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My friend and I recently traveled to Chicago to attend the NCAA Men's Basketball Midwest Regional Semi-Finals & Finals (also known as the March Madness Sweet 16 & Elite 8). Every year, we choose a random venue and city to attend, and for our first time in years of this tradition, we decided to check out the United Center and Chicago. We went on a Friday to see two Sweet 16 basketball games (Michigan vs. Alabama and Iowa State vs. Tennessee) and then returned again on a Sunday to see the Elite 8 basketball game (Michigan vs. Tennessee) with the winner heading to Indiana for the Final Four. The games were electric, the United Center was a welcoming site, and it was easy to travel to and from (in general). We thought it was strange upon our arrival that the bag policy didn't allow clear bags that were a tad too big but it did allow unclear bags if small enough. We wish the American Express Lounge was open during our visit but I guess that is only during regular sporting events. The Uber Zone was also a bit complicated to figure out, but we eventually did. All in all, the entertainment in the concourses including great photo opportunities, the many food locations, and great merchandise locations. The United Center is an indoor arena on the Near West Side of Chicago and is home to the Bulls (NBA) and Blackhawks (NHL). Clearly, United Airlines is the corporate sponsor. It holds 23,500 people. There are 27 unique concessions restaurants located in the United Center including barbecue, chicken, pizza, Mexican, and other options. There are specific locations available for gluten-free and vegetarian food options, too. Some of the highlighted restaurants include Rocky's Bar, Queenie's Supper Club, FanDuel Lounge, Pepsi Grab N Go (and The Dashery & 4-Star Markets), and member's only dining like Chicago Stadium Club on the Lexus Club Level and Ketel One Club. For a special event, this location was great for the NCAA basketball tournament! I would certainly consider coming back to the United Center again in the future. read more

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I should disclose I am not a bulls nor a hawks fan but I AM a hockey fan, and even though my team wasn't playing I came with my friend from Chicago. Overall, I had a good time. Most people were very nice and the enthusiasm for the national anthems was sort of impressive lol. The mascot walking around is a cute touch, and I am a huge fan of ordering right from my seat! In comparing this to my home arena, it feels cramped and the building seems like a convention center and not a sports arena. The food options seemed standard, same for beers. I really love the little speakeasy style bar! Bathrooms could use some updating and cleaning. Thanks for having us, Chicago. read more

Fun sports venue! Easy to get to via multiple train lines. It feels like a place where every seat is a good seat. I loved watching hockey here this weekend when my Detroit Red Wings were in town. Cool pregame and intermission activities. Excellent variety of delicious food throughout the place. Plenty of clean restrooms. I look forward to next time. read more

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I believe this is my fourth time in the Windy City, and it gets better with every visit!! The first time was when I was in grade school, and I got to watch MJ & the Bulls live at the United Center. Doesn't get better than that, man. Didn't get a chance to catch a game this time, but I still had to go check out the arena! Funny, 'cause I just realized that the arena is the United Center - and I've recently switched to United Airlines because of the flight routes. I didn't even know the arena was owned by them or that their headquarters are now in Chicago. Wait - is the Obama Presidential Library completed? Can't believe I missed it on this visit... oops. There's always next time! And kids, have you ever dreamed of being POTUS?! Well, if you work very, very hard, set the right goals, and find the right mentors, anything is possible!!! Don't ever give up. read more

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First time here for a Blackhawks vs Utah Mammoth hockey game. My son scored some seat geek tickets that were pretty good in section 120 row 6, lower level. YOLO. I did buy a souvenir Blackhawks soda cup. The bathrooms were nearby. The tickets were on my son's phone and we left together so we could enter our section again. Period breaks were 18 minutes long and was able to make it back in time. Blackhawks won..At the beginning of the game they had a tribute to Indiginous tribes as some may take offense. The mascot is a black bird named Tommy Hawk. The Blackhawks won in overtime. Very organized Uber drop off and pickup area. Police also block street. It was a great experience with my son. read more

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Updated review on attending a Blackhawks game. Expect to spend money! Parking is either $40 or $50..big increase from last year. Doors open 90 minutes prior to the game but you can enter The Atrium area earlier that has various bars and a huge gift shop. There is normally pre-game entertainment as well Lots of food options but very few Gluten Free options. We were in the 300 level and we only found 1 food vendor offering gluten free items but they ran out of food at the end of the 1st period???? Bathrooms are nice but my wife said no hot water in the ladies bathroom. Expect to pay above average drink prices..they had a Centennial Old Fashion in Rockys Bar that cost 55.00! Sight lines are good as well as the sound so if you want to see a professional sporting event or concert,the UC is still the place to go. read more

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My dad won a set of tickets to see the Bulls play recently, and we were fortunate enough to tag along. Parking was really convenient, and we were in a lot just about half a block away from the center. Security was a breeze: just make sure you check your bag size or opt for a large clear bag as per standard stadium guidelines. We did see security take this quite seriously, turning away someone near the door with a backpack. Pack light with essentials, and you should be good to go through the detector with ease. We were on the club level (since the tickets were won as prizes), and it was cool to see that you could also order from your seat with an attendant per section and a menu nearby each person. However, the stands outside are just as convenient if you arrive early enough (and with more comfortable seating arrangments). Besides the usual chicken tenders, fries, and hot dogs, there are also some gems like The Little Goat Cafe. My brother found a rec for their nachos online, and the portion was generous. The game was a nailbiter to watch, exciting until the last few minutes. The stadium was really easy to navigate with plenty of restrooms per section. Attendants and staff were all polite and efficient, making this such a wonderful game night. Highly recommend. read more

This place is huge and really nice! My team and I booked an I-Suite, and it was an amazing experience. There's a separate entrance with elevators and extra security. Has a guard in each elevator. The suite area has around 26-30 rooms with a dining area, bar, and seats. Each seat had a Bulls t-shirt, which was a cool surprise. There are tables for watching the game and a few more seats in front of them. We watched the Detroit Pistons vs. Bulls game, and it was so much fun! They also have a dessert cart that comes to every suite. Security is very good, and there's a separate for Uber pickups. You should definitely watch a game here! read more

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We came for a concert on a Saturday night, and we prepaid for parking which made getting there and leaving very convenient. If you don't mind missing the last song of a concert - leave a bit early and beat the crowd out of the venue, parking lot and area. Since we have an Amex card, we used the Amex entrance line which was much shorter and seems to open up first, which was appreciated on a colder Chicago day. We chose to get to the venue early and eat there, had chicken tenders and fries for $18 which although expensive, was good, fresh and a good enough size for two people to share. Staff was friendly and appreciated them using their flashlight when going up and down the stairs in the venue. The inside of the venue is clean, however some limited tables and chairs noted on the 2nd level. read more

What a great freaking arena. I live in Los Angeles where we have Staples Center...I mean Crypto. It's very similar to the United Center in the fact it's really big and has a ton of basketball banners. What Los Angeles got wrong, Chicago got right. The food here is way better and the lines are far shorter. But what blew me away was the sound. I saw three concerts by the band Phish and the acoustics inside this huge room are incredible for a huge room. Staff are friendly, really the only bummer is the lack of cup holders in the seats. I hope to return here one day for more rock and roll fun (or maybe a game) to read more

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We attended the benson Boone tour. We arrived at 4pm to park, and waited in line until 6:30pm when the doors opened. They were a little later than they said but it seemed organized. The concert started on time, and because we had vip tickets on the floor, we did notice the audience wasn't all in when it started. So it seems they weren't completely ready for them either. But the process to get in and get seated was easy enough. read more

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This place is overwhelming! If you keep going around you should find the escalators to the second and third floor. It has prices like any other arena/stadium. The vodka sour at the bar was yummy. so were the chicken tenders. all the workers were nice and friendly. read more

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I've seen two concerts here and both shows were great. Not a big fan of crowd maintenance as it felt like they alternated between micro managing and not managing I'm a pacer fan so let's not talk about it as an nba venue. Too much pain read more

We didn't get food, but this is an awesome venue for the intended audience size. We saw the Blackhawks beat up on the Rangers. The staff for concessions got us our beers pretty quickly. The restrooms are clean and well tended to. All in all, a great experience. read more

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First time in Chicago and first time at a hockey game. It was a great experience. Coming from California and knowing that going to a sporting event or other event at a big venue is cause for frustration. Parking is always bad, traffic in and out is horrible then on top of the inefficiency on entering the venue. Huge headache. BUT the united center has their stuff in order. It was the easiest venue to get to. If I lived in Chicago I would go to anything there. It just seems so efficient and not a hassle. Food was good too. Had a Chicago dog! read more

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United Center is an iconic arena and you can tell with all the Bulls and Blackhawk's hangers hanging. We went for a blackhawks game and had no complaints with our seats even though we were high up. There are plenty of food options to choose from and the atmosphere and the city make it a great place to watch live events. I want to go back again for another event. read more

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We stopped by the United Center in Chicago just to check it out, and honestly, it felt a little odd without a game or event happening. With no crowd and no energy around, it just seemed like an ordinary building from the outside. I'm sure the atmosphere is completely different during a game, but on a non-event day, there's not much going on. We did visit the Madhouse Team Store, and they carry some really nice merchandise with a good selection of team gear. The items looked great, but prices were definitely on the higher side. Overall, it's probably a totally different experience during a game night, but if you're just dropping by without an event, don't expect much activity. read more

So fun and great seats! Only disappointment was Gibsons. It's not actually run by Gibsons and that means my gift card did not work there! PLUS... they serve ONE thing. Steak sliders with potato chips. The buns have sesame seeds which prevented us from eating there. So aggravating. DITCH THE SESAME SEED BUNS! Allergies limit who can eat your food because of them and sesame is now in top 10 of dangerous food allergens! The United Center staff was awesome! Hint: heading back to city? The 19 CTA buses (only run after UC games) are lined up outside of the doors from section 101 on Madison Ave. There are plenty there! They were lined up at least 30 minutes before the game ended. Uber lot is Lot E and Madison Ave is closed off by CPD so no thru traffic starting at least 30 minutes prior to the game ending read more

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Why 4 stars? Because this arena definitely had its share perks and quirks, but it was a solid venue overall. --- --- --- Once I knew that I'd be in Chicago for a work conference, the first thing I did was check the Bulls schedule. It turned out that they were home while I was there, but the game would fall on a night where I'd be busy with an event. So I basically eliminated the possibility of going to a game from my mind, months before the trip. Fast forward to said night. Our event ended early and a bunch of us were standing around trying to figure out what to do next. Someone suggested going to the Bulls game. Woah. I could actually make that happen! I was the only person from the group interested, but I was 100% okay with going solo. I've been to every MLB stadium and would eventually like to get to all of the NFL and NBA venues too, so I was definitely going to take advantage of being less than 2 miles away from an NBA arena I'd yet to visit. EXTERIOR: Definitely the worst part of the venue. It might as well have been a library. There couldn't have been less ambiance outside of this completely non-descript venue. CONCOURSES: The styling feels like it hasn't been updated much since the building opened in 1994. But there were some really nice aspects: -The sportsbook was pretty awesome. I have no idea who would pay for a ticket to come to the game and then just sit at the sportsbook, but it was a pretty sweet setup. -Plenty of grab-n-go concessions, including one that was almost the size of a small gas station. -Multiple mini food court type seating areas near concession stands. SEATING: Most NBA arenas are pretty standard, but I did enjoy how much I felt like I was on top of the court, despite being in the upper level. This was the third NBA arena I've been to this year and it was easily the closest to the action I felt. UBER PICKUP AREA: I'm not sure if the United Center should get credit for this, but it definitely was nice. I actually didn't even realize it was a thing when I ordered my Uber, so I was standing outside in the cold and kind of annoyed about it. But next thing I knew, I realized that it was a heated tent with plenty of seating and free phone chargers! I desperately needed all of those things in that moment! Overall, it was a nice venue to watch a game. The ambiance wasn't amazing, but that's mostly due to the fact that the Bulls aren't great these days. read more

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Huge venue! So clean...... Very organized, too. Friendly staff. Pricey as hell! Lots of parking. Great location. read more

Big building that's full of Bulls. It also hosts tons of other sports and events. United Center is of course one of Chicago's best known sites. Good and bad place to watch a game. There's also the famous Michael Jordan statue among other things. A lot of history about this place considering that it replaced a place with lots of history. In 1994 this was first opened. This replaced the old classic Chicago Stadium. It's named after the airline. This is the largest arena by capacity in the NBA. Also it hosts the Blackhawks. There's a seating capacity of about 21,000 for games, and is 23,500 for concerts. Can get in without a ticket to see the atrium. This is where the famous Jordan statue is located. It was moved from outside to in here. Outside are statues of Bobby Hull and Stan Mikita. Location is known for being sketchy but it's mostly okay if staying around the arena. The exterior of the building is supposed to look like that of Chicago Stadium. Also it simulates the old stadium's famously loud acoustics. Steel panels around the top level reflect noise back to the arena's bowl, and there's a replica of the famous organ. Attendance is usually over seating capacity. This means many people going to games are standing. Good place to watch sporting events. It's not always good sporting events, but it's one of the best places to watch these. There's also crap tons of other events, like concerts by popular artists or whoever. read more

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Went to Dave Chapelle show tonight and staff wonderful. I am a senior and they were so kind and got a wheelchair for me and Simon took me directly to my seat. I only had a credit card on me not even thinking i might need a lot of walking. I apologize because he was wonderful and he deserves these accolades as you can imagine how busy it was. Thank you thank you read more

We always have a great experience coming here for Bulls games. Note that they are pretty strict about their bag policy. Currently, only 10" x 6" x 2" bags or smaller are allowed. I did bring a bag once that was a bit larger and they did tell me I could not bring it in. For the times that I've brought my kids in, when I had my toddler with me, I was allowed to bring my diaper bag in. No outside food is allowed, but I did bring the kids small snacks and their water bottles in it. Security did quickly look through it and I was allowed to bring this (as long as it was a true diaper bag with diapers in it). They did ask specifically to make sure I had diapers in the bag. read more

So disappointed!!!! I'm disappointed as there's so many conflicting times online and even on the page as to the time the store and Atrium opening. We are here to see the Michael Jordan statue and we could not today, not a game day. 1. Store opens at 11am. I would call a day before and confirm. 2. Call to see if you can even access the Atrium to see the statue. We're not able to see it as it's press day for the hockey team and all were closed down so we cannot access the statue, only throw the glass door of the store to see a glimpse of it as we cannot be in the area. We are visiting the area and thought this was a nice thing to do since we are here. Ended up wasting an uber ride to not do what we wanted to do. Wished the website would say it's press day and we will not get any closer to the statue. Best to just stay away. read more

Average arena with average concessions, but of course high Illinois prices! Two small Mai tais $46! Never again! Also parking online is a scam. It's on the United Center's website with a $25 surcharge for what? It's $65 to park at the gate and over $90 to book it online? Never again! read more

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Must stop every time! Saw the bulls play Thursday and the Blackhawk's play Friday! If you go here and don't stop at the fan duel sports lounge then what are you doing??? Devil on Madison margarita is a must have!!! Great arena and bartenders! read more

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I have been here many of times! It's almost like my second home since I go to so many concerts and sporting events. Overall, it's a great venue. There is truly no such thing as a bad seat here. I swear you can see everyone's face so clearly for concerts. Sporting events, it is a bit harder to be away from the action, but overall that's not too bad either. You can still enjoy the game from the 300s, though, I wouldn't recommend it. Catching a rideshare here is also a breeze. They are very organized when it comes to that. Traffic can also get pretty bad before and after a show. The only downside is how expensive the food and drinks are here. While delicious, very overpriced. You're definitely paying the concert/game tax, haha. The overpriced food also makes it awkward when you don't want to add on a tip. read more

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Cake for the Chicago sky game! we had pizza and nachos which were crazy expensive price and a little mediocre in taste though! It is a cool place to watch any sporting event - nice music and layout read more

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A huge venue with clean, comfortable seating! The service at the concession stands was great, and there were plenty of food options. Food and drinks are a bit pricey, but that's expected. Everything was well-labeled and easy to access. Plus, there's plenty of parking nearby. read more

Arena has good sight lines for hockey. The concourse is a little small and gets really crowded. Food was ok Easy to get to but departures seemed really messy. They have a ride share barn which when you are familiar with, makes transfer easy read more

Nice, modern, clean, organized, big events, Blackhawks, bball games, etc. Suites are nice with the dessert cart coming around. Bathrooms are clean. Fun fun fun! Parking is free. I loved the dessert cart! Great Blackhawks cookie! You cannot bring any big bag. They won't let you in. It must be under 10" x 6" x 2". No backpacks or other bags are allowed. Exceptions for guests with required medical equipment. Bag check locker rentals are available at the Uber Zone entrance near Madison St. and Wood St. You also go through a scan. read more

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I attended the closing night of Stevie Wonder's tour at the United Center. It was my first time in the legendary center. It looks older outside But it is really nice and huge inside! I really wanted to see the Michael Jordan stature but I read it was moved inside to an atrium area that was not open during the concert but check the hours and you should be able to see it. I would gladly return for a game or an event! Great time. Great seats and reasonably priced. read more

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I've been to the United Center for a Bulls game, for a Blackhawks game, and for a comedy show. All of those have been great! The place is small enough that you'll get a good view of the event. There are tons of good food options, from super simple to sit down type places too. The drinks are also pretty good with lots of options and a good beer list. The servers and other staff have also been awesome. So why not 5 stars? It's the cost. I know, duh, this is a huge corporate arena with expensive sporting events and a captive audience. So, yeah, be prepared to spend ~$13 for a beer (or more), and $50 for the absolutely least expensive tickets. Unless you are independently wealthy, you're not taking your family of 4 to an event here without dropping $400 or more. I'll be back. I don't have a choice if I want to see certain shows. But it won't be nearly as often as I would like. read more

Went to a concert here it was so unprofessional. They had no people telling you where to go. Had one person tell me one line to go in and then waited in that line for 45 minutes and just to tell me it was early entry only. When I asked they were extremely rude for no reason. Will not be coming here again for a concert. read more

I loved my time at the bulls game tonight, food top tier. Only problem is that ice cream cart, they passed my room. I went to the gift shop, food court, and when I came back to my room. The ice cream cart was not even half way to my room‍ But as soon as me and my crew were leaving, guess who rolled by...that dang ice cream cart. read more

Love coming to United Center! I usually am here for concerts, but I've been to a few Blackhawk games as well and I've always had good experiences. I love how big the hallways are surrounding the area. Those can get pretty crowded but because they are such wide hallways, it can help counter crowds a bit. The food is solid, traditional stadium fare. The staff goes a great job making sure the lines moves quickly. The bathrooms are clean and line moves quick because there are so many stalls. We've made so many great memories here, and I'm sure they'll be many more to come! read more

The peso pluma concert was so good and it will always be a really good place because the seat are so comfy and i just had a great memory there. read more

The United Center is massive. It was my first time visiting and I was overwhelmed by the lines. The security lines moved incredibly slow but I understand since there were levels and levels of extra security for the DNC. Once inside, there was a lack of air circulation. It was too hot and humid inside. The air felt stale and uncomfortable. Thankfully, the bathroom lines were manageable and the United Center staff was diligent about keeping the bathrooms clean. There's also a very large unisex bathroom with tons of stalls that I was happy to see. Overall, I think the United Center shouldn't overbook their arena since it felt overcrowded and uncomfortable. read more

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Great venue for a concert. We recently saw Stevie Wonder. The acoustics were surprisingly good for such a large arena. The concessions and restrooms were plentiful. We dined at an onsite restaurant and it was great. Ushers were super kind and friendly. Parking can be crazy so we grabbed a shuttle from the hotel. The venue did really well hosting a full house. read more

United Center - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Chicago, Illinois