(773) 360-5759
2548 N Halsted St
(Wrightwood Avenue)
Chicago,
IL
60614
41.9283
-87.6504
Neighborhoods: DePaul, North Side
What People Are Saying About Kingston Mines
The Owner
Kingston Mines
Owner
Kingston Mines is Chicago's oldest and largest real blues club. The newly-renovated Doc's Rib Joint serves the finest barbeque ribs, wings, catfish and more for late-night dining pleasure. Seven nights a week Kingston Mines presents Chicago Blues on two stages with two bands and guest vocalists.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Kingston Mines humbly bills itself as the "Playground of the Stars," and it's a safe bet that many of those celebs drop by the spacious joint because of its late-night license. The Mines is the only North Side blues club open until at least 4am every night, so blues artists with other gigs parade through in search of cool libations and music as soon as they're off-duty. – – The Draw – Owner Doc Pellegrino employs local musicians almost exclusively. On weekends, the place brings in the likes of guitarist Eddy Clearwater, harpist Billy Branch and sax man A.C.…
09/30/08
if you want to see the blues, this is the place
by dinnersready
went on a saturday nite and it was rocking, very crowded. went back on sunday and it was quiet and got to sit. the music was awesome, on sudays if you pay a small cover at B.L.U.E.S across the street they let you in here for free. i caught a set at BLUES and then went into Kingston Mines and saw a band, when they were done i went to the other stage and saw another band. then i went back to BLUES for one more set before heading home. and these guys on Sunday were awesome bands, very well know blues men. three bands in one nite. would love to go back soon. THE BEST! staff at both places were very nice too!
11/20/06
Amazing Blues
by okichich
I was there on a sunday evening (around 9:00 pm) and not very impressed at first. However as the night went on, more and more people came and the club truly started swinging. This is a great late-night venue and a must for any blues enthusiast.
- Pros: great blues for a small cover
- Cons: the decor and layout take some getting used to
09/25/06
Atmosphere you will not experience anywhere else!
by carebear16
If you love blues this the place for you. The place is has fun atmosphere, if you are looking for sophisticated this not the place for you. The seating is pinic benches and you float from one room to the next to hear the various different artists.
The Details on Kingston Mines
Know Before You Go:
Pellegrino has expanded the square footage of his club substantially. It's now three storefronts wide, putting an end to the original sweaty, cramped confines.
Category:
Restaurants, Barbecue Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Nightclubs
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
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Message from Kingston Mines
- Live Music
- Weekly Specials
- Private Parties
Kingston Mines is Chicago's oldest and largest real blues club. The newly-renovated Doc's Rib Joint serves the finest barbeque ribs, wings, catfish and more for late-night dining pleasure. Seven nights a week Kingston Mines presents Chicago Blues on two stages with two bands and guest vocalists.
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