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    Sherwin C.

    An alright experience for me. Despite being located in the suburbs, the difficulty of navigating the traffic and parking around here kind of takes away from the normal advantages of catching a show outside of the city. The venue itself is pretty nice and clean, and getting into the show is a pretty fast and painless process, with good restroom facilities as well. The seating for the show itself is somewhat tight -- not the most crowded I've seen, but also not as generous as some other spots in terms of room. If you have a group of 4, it can be a bit challenging to fit all your food and drinks in on one table. The food isn't too different from what I've gotten from similar venues in the suburbs. It isn't the greatest out there, but it also isn't bad either. Portion sizes are okay for the price you're paying, though the pizza is fairly generous in size for its price and can be be easily split between two people. The show itself was alright -- with a mix of comedians, some that were more funny than others. The crowd is a little quieter than I've seen at some other spots, making for a more respectful group but also a bit less spontaneous improv. Overall, not a bad spot to enjoy some comedy in the Chicago suburbs. The venue is pretty relaxed and you can have some food and drinks to keep yourself full while you laugh.

    Stephanie P.

    Love Zanies! I think the Rosemont location is better than the Chicago location. It's spacious & parking is easy. My only complaint is that the drinks are very expensive. $6 for water, $15 cocktails. The drinks aren't that good for the price- you aren't getting quality here.

    Cheryl T.

    Zanies Rosemont is always a lot of fun! They do bring in some really talented entertainers for special events. The parking garage at Rosemont Parkway is pretty confusing, you can easily miss where you need to turn in and end up circling. We had ordered our tickets online for a 9:15pm show. Upon entering, they had a couple of people scanning our tickets and verifying our IDs. Then they had a hostess direct you to your seat. They asked us if we were fine with sitting up front and we said sure since we didn't need a table... but didn't know we'd be literally up front - pretty much face to face with the comedians. So for us - it was definitely the best seats in the house! Although every seat is good because they don't have pillars blocking any views. There is a two item minimum so we got drinks. I ordered a Non Alcoholic option, but I think I tasted a small bit of alcohol in it. They gave us the bill after the show ended, which I was surprised - but I guess that's good because they don't interrupt the show that way. Glad that there is a nice suburban option for comedy shows. I think that stand up comedy is one of the hardest things to do, lots of respect for the up and coming and seasoned entertainers Zanies brings in!

    Menu. 2 item minimum per person
    Tricia D.

    This review is long overdue! My visit to Zanie's exceeded my expectations! It was a unique, fun outing, and I definitely see myself going back. There were a couple openers who were decently funny, and it was $35/ticket to see ... oh boy, I just blanked on the name of the comedian we saw. I can picture his face, and I know he just welcomed a baby to his family. It'll come to me... There's a 2 item minimum here. It worked out for us since we came for dinner, so K and I both got a personal pizza and a drink. The sausage pizza really hit the spot, even though it was nothing fancy. I guess it just went down well with my grey goose lemon martini. Doors open about an hour before the show. Erik Griffin! It was Erik Griffin we saw!

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    Julianne O.

    Service perfect in every way. Our set were right next to the wall so I'd recommend any seat but the side wall. The act we saw was funny. I enjoyed myself!

    Howard L.

    First time ever at Zanies and at a comedy show in my life (well, performed by a well known comedian). Parking was actually easy and simple to do. Traffic can and will be an issue getting here. They validate your parking so you don't have to pay the $15 leaving. Security was really nice, friendly, courteous and efficient. Servers here were nice but didn't come along as frequent as you want. Prices are astronomically expensive but you have to order 2 items during the show. I did settle for the mocktails which were a great feature. Bathrooms were very clean. The settling feels cozy and intimate depending on where you're at. Overall it was a great first visit.

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    Camille J.

    Zanies is the perfect place for an intimate show. This was my first time there to see the hypnotist Christopher Jones (who is amazing by the way). The menu is a bit limited but the food was decent. The waitress was attentive and the crowd was mixed. It's located in the heart of a myriad of other things to do. Will definitely return!

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    Natalie Y.

    Really enjoyed our time here! We've been to this comedy club twice. Once for Nate Jackson and on another night for new material with a rotation of 12-13 comics. Really affordable for the type of entertainment you get. The comics we've seen so far were hilarious. Casual environment with a comprehensive drink menu and finger food. Service is good. You can also get your parking validated!

    Mulan C.

    My boyfriend and I came to Zanies for the first time to see Jeff Arcuri. The inside was smaller than expected, but that just made everything more intimate! They have a quick check in (just give them the names to your tickets) and seating is first come first serve (staff will offer you seat options as you walk inside). We were running a tad late so we got the last row of seats. It was fine though because you still get a good view of the stage. We tried out some of the snacks and drinks. Overall, not the worst and it's pretty much what you'd expect from a comedy club. The waiters and waitresses are very friendly and efficient. We had a nice time filled with good laughs. We were able to meet Jeff and get pictures with him after the show too! Would definitely come back to Zanies in the future for another show! TIP: Zanies offers free validated parking in the garage next to it!!

    The image depicts the front entrance of Zanies comedy club, featuring a large red sign spelling 'ZANIES' on the building facade. The entrance has glass doors with posters and signs advertising upcoming comedy shows, including one for Christian Johnson on Wednesday at 7:30 PM. There is a small sign indicating a box office, and the building is constructed with brick and metal elements. A bush and a metal railing are visible in the foreground.
    Jasmine S.

    We enter the location around an hour before the show started. They kindly validated our parking ticket And we got to pick our seat for the show. We were greeted by a server who took our drink order

    The image shows two glasses of white wine on a round table, each placed on pink napkins. A bottle of J. Lohr wine is positioned between the glasses, with a cork and a corkscrew nearby. The background is dark with subtle lighting, indicating a dimly lit environment, possibly a bar or lounge. The table also has a small bowl of snacks in the foreground, and the overall scene suggests a relaxed social setting.
    Joani O.

    I found discount tickets for a comedy show so hubby and I went for a date night. Parking was easy in the lot at the complex and there are limited free spaces on the street as well. There's a two drink or two item minimum, and their drinks are good but pricey. We ordered a bottle of wine for $30 and that satisfied the minimum for us. They have a few snacks but no real food. We had the praline pecans which were really good, and we went for dinner at Bub City around the corner after the show. (There are several places to choose from in walking distance.) All 3 comedians we saw were hilarious, and in following Zanies on social media we were given two free tickets to go again! We had a great night and plan to go again soon.

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    Howard L.

    It appears I'm on an every 2 years visit schedule here, but we'll have to see as last year, 2020, was interrupted by Covid.  I returned with an 'ol colleague to see headliner Rob Little, apparently an ex corporate type from IBM in his previous life, and someone both of us corporate types thought we would have some kinship to.  He was quite frenetic and it was hard to picture him in the corporate world, but boy was he hilarious.  My colleague had committed to his wife that as he never smiles, he wasn't going to change tonight.  But I only saw that he (and I) were cracking up the whole 45 minutes Rob was on.   Pro-tip:  don't get called out by Rob Little as it will be on the vicious but also hilarious side! As with my previous outing here, don't judge the show by the warm-up comics and there were the usual 2 by headcount and they were ok.  I have found that the headliners are simply a grade or two higher caliber. Our server was Jasmine, who was friendly, attentive, and timely.  Overall, 4 stars, the same rating as last time - a very fun time but on the slightly pricey side.

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    Always a fun experience. Food is good and the talent on stage is excellent. Great to go with friends. Lots of laughs.

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    While visiting Chicago for a professional training, I discovered the best little spot. Let me get…read morethis name right: Parkway Bank Park Entertainment District. Wow, that's a mouthful. I can't help wonder if locals have a nickname for it? It is right across from O'Hare airport, so maybe locals mostly stay away. But whether you happen to live near by or just in town for the weekend, this entertainment district is a one-stop-shop for all your unwinding needs. My training was at Crowne Plaza hotel where I was always lodging, so this oasis of entertainment was delightfully within easy walking distance. Once here, you'll find a plethora of restaurants and other activities ("Would you say I have a plethora of piñatas?"). A quick rundown of some of the current restaurants located around the district's circle: Fat Rosie's Taco and Tequila Bar The Sugar factory (milkshakes, sundaes and food items) Bub City BBQ Adobe Gilas Tex Mex Saltwater Coastal Grill Crust Brewing Fogo de Chao Brazilian Strakhouse As for entertainment: Joe's Live for live music and concerts King's Dining & Entertainment (bowling, pool tables and food) An AMC Dine-in theatre Pete's Dueling Piano Bar iFLY indoor skydiving And a nice little dispensary for all of your out-of-state needs when you hail from Indiana! (That little disposable pen "wrote" some great stories for both me and a friend! Sometimes, you just need to lie there, listen to music and loose track of the time!) One of the coolest things about this entertainment district is this faux-grass field right in the middle that makes the circle. People were just hanging out and talking and listening to music and (I think) drinking. (I'm not sure if public drinking is allowed there, so don't hold me to it. But I am pretty sure that was the vibe.) Kids were running and playing on the artificial turf and having a great time. I feel like this field is used for organized sports and activities, but it was open for the public to use on that particular evening. If you find yourself in the Rosemont area of Chicago or staying near O'Hare, swing by the (hold on, and let me get this straight) Parkway Bank Park Entertainment District. There is something for everyone at all price points!

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