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House of Blues

329 N Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60610-4381
Phone: (312) 923-2000
Terrible! Terrible, Terrible
1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

03/22/2008 Posted by hobiscorporatescum

The music venue is nice, everything else about HOB is quite miserable. I went to a show over the summer, and the security staff is one of the worst you will ever have to deal with. These knuckledraggers were roughing up kids left and right for slam dancing. It got to the point where I literally was tempted to jump in, in defense of the kids getting beat up. The whole thing kind of ruined the night for me. Drinks are way over priced, but what else is new. Also, do not bring cameras because they are not allowed in, they do not print this on the tickets, so if you bring one you have to check it.

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Editor's Review

Downtown venue with lush setting, excellent acoustics and strong bookings.  See the full editorial review.

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The House of Blues often books acts that attract a younger crowd; all-ages and 18 and up shows are common.

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Bar/Club Information

Capacity

  • 1,300

Smoking

  • No

Atmospheres

  • 18 & Over
  • Clubs
  • All Ages
  • Singles
  • Smoking Permitted
  • Live Music

Parking

  • Pay lot
  • Valet

Coat Check

  • Yes

Live Music

  • Yes

Hours

  • Box office: daily 10:30am-10pm

Dress Code

  • Casual

Payment Types

  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Money Order

Music Types

  • Rock & Pop
  • Reggae
  • Punk
  • Hard Rock & Heavy Metal
  • Ska
  • Blues
  • Electronica
  • Irish & Celtic
  • Hip-Hop & Rap
  • Jazz
  • Swing
  • World Music
  • Folk & Bluegrass
  • Alternative Rock
  • Country

Specialty ratings for House of Blues

Specialty Rating  
Blues Club 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Vote

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