Share(312) 644-5269
436 N Clark St
(Hubbard Street)
Chicago,
IL
60610
41.8902
-87.6313
Neighborhoods: Central, Near North Side
What People Are Saying About Baton Show Lounge
The Editor
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Citysearch
The Scene – When Jim Flint opened Baton Show Lounge (formerly Baton Club) in March 1969, River North was a seedy, nameless area. Things changed, and the drag show, where men are men and men are women, is now considered mainstream fun. A disproportionate number of bachelorette parties and curious suburbanites and tourists pack the long narrow tables down in front, while the brave line up at the stage steps for the chance to tip the performers. – – The Draw – Bawdy cabaret shows enliven the club five nights a week, with three sets a night. Most are a mix of comedy…
03/26/09
WHAT A LOAD OF CR@P!
by dancingdaisies09 at Citysearch
S_CKS!!
1. Cover charge is ridiculous
2. The place is a dump!
3. 2 drink minimum...if atleast it was worth it. Had a pina colada and I had to ask for a water afterwards to wash it off. It was disgusting!
4. Waiters....is that who they were?
5. Performers....ummm, some are too old and one is too fat! Fine, show off your cushion, but damn, don't perform if you look like you're going to pass out (cause of the weight issue)!
6. BORING! BORING! BORING!
7. Peformance...was so blah! Again, BORING! I expected something better!
DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME! DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY!
- Pros: NONE
- Cons: everything
07/26/08
Phenomenally Bad
by shychigayguy at Citysearch
Knowing not to expect flawless service in such a tacky place, this was the absolute worst nightclub experience of my life. We were treated as though we were lucky to be there instead of welcomed. After waiting way too long for the un-busy bartender's attention, we were served a manhattan so bad we sent it back twice only to have our instructions ignored, finally opting for a Maker's and water. Strikes 1 and 2. Then we were callously ushered to a table and repeatedly denied service being told our server was coming. 20 minutes passed, the show was starting and the server never came. Strikes 3 - 20. Our party of four decided to leave before the show started. We explained our dissatisfaction to the OWNER at the front door and, not having seen the show, asked for a refund of the $15 per person cover charge. It was unabashedly denied, we were treated as thieves and literally yelled at by the owner. I was very nearly spat upon. Strikes 21 - death. Righteous indignation ensued, voices were raised, and I got my refund. The real losers here are the performers who were cheated by the house out of our patronage and deserve a better venue.
- Pros: table cloths, music
- Cons: frighteningly bad service, disdain for customers, bad drinks
10/28/07
THE BEST PLACE TO BE ON A SATURDAY NIGHT
by ladysnika at Citysearch
OMG THIS PLACE IS AWSOME... I MEAN I HAD A BLAST! THE PERFORMERS WERE VERY LIVE AND WELL TALENTED! YOU WILL BE AMAZED AT THE REALNESS OF THE PERFORMERS... YOU HAVE ARTIST FROM WHITNEY HOUSTON TO CHER! I MEAN THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! I WILL DEFINATLY DO IT AGAIN!
- Pros: FOR THE MONEY SPENT IT IS WELL WORHT IT CAUSE THOSE DIVAS LET IT ALL HANG OUT
- Cons: THERE IS A 2 DRINK MINIMUM
The Details on Baton Show Lounge
Know Before You Go:
Beware: Performers adopt different personas from coy to domineering, and the mask doesn't drop in the face of waving dollar bills.
Save Time:
Reservations are highly recommended for weekend shows and can most easily be made by calling after 6:30pm Wednesday through Sunday.
Category:
Lounges, Gay & Lesbian Bars, Cabarets, Nightclubs, Bars & Clubs
Payment Methods:
Cash, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard
Bar & Club Type of Music:
Bar & Club Special Features:
Minimum Age:
21
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
