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Jambalaya - House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago, Chicago, IL

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago

4.5 (2153)
$30 and under
American
329 N Dearborn St., Chicago, IL 60654

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House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago

4.5
$30 and under
American
River North (Chicago)

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for live music
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
House of Blues Restaurant & Bar is now open on Wednesdays! We are ready to welcome you back for our made from scratch, southern inspired cuisine paired with live, local music and other activations. Check our calendar for nightly programming!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Barbecue
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    The entire restaurant space can be rented for special events. The maximum capacity for the restaurant is 400 for a reception and 250 for a seated dinner. We also offer semi-private rooms. All event spaces feature state of the art A/V equipment perfect for a meeting or added entertainment.
  • Private party contact
    Jake Koenig: (312) 923-2000
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    Wacker
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Entertainment
    House of Blues Restaurant & Bar features Chicago’s latest and greatest blues artists every night on the Backporch Stage. Live blues starts weekdays at 5pm and weekends at 6:30pm until close!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago.

4.5

4.5
(2153)
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

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House of Blues Restaurant & Bar in Chicago offers a vibrant atmosphere with "amazing atmosphere, delicious food and drinks and talented musicians." Guests praise the "great music," friendly staff, and "excellent service." The venue's unique decor and live performances create a memorable dining experience. Perfect for a lively night out.
2,153 Reviews
  1. Danyale

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The atmosphere was a great. The service from Bobby was top tier. Everyone was nice and polite. The food was good. I had the shrimp and grits.

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  2. Andrew

    Orlando13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I had a reservation, but it wasn't necessary at 5:30PM on a Friday. The host attempted to seat me at a table where the speaker was on a column near head height on the opposite side of the table. While the solo act wasn't bad, I just didn't want it to be in my face. It wasn't a problem to move a few tables further back. I had the Yardbird chicken sandwich and since I am not partial to mayonnaise, I had the coleslaw and mayo removed. I think the cooks rely on both of those because the chicken was tough and dry. The fries were good, as was my beer. Staff were friendly and attentive. No complaints there. Decor is wild and varied, so it is worth some time to check it out. Also, if you go VIP for a show, you can eat up in the lounge with a larger menu and bar selection, so you don't need to use the .ain restaurant. For Macallan fans, they only have 12-year. I prefer 18.

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  3. Chris

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a really good night at House of Blues, the service was awesome!!

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  4. Lynsey

    Perthshire15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant friendly service, amazing atmosphere, delicious food and drinks and talented musicians!

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  5. Gloria

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was room temp and just okay for the price point.

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  6. June

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time in Chicago. We wanted to have dinner near our hotel. We found House of Blues and decided to eat there. The atmosphere was great. The live band was very interactive and played a song request. Our waitress, Tatum, was great, and her service was excellent. The food was delish. It was a good choice.

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  7. Michael

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The music was great, the Jambalaya was hearty and tasty, and the pace was perfect.

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  8. Miriam

    Chicago2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 19, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    We ate in the restaurant, and there was a concert upstairs. The building shook during the upstairs concert, which felt unsettling for us downstairs, while trying to listen to the performer on stage. We would have liked to stay longer, but we left because of the vibrations from above. Our server was good, though.

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  9. Larry

    Unspecified3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 4, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    House of blues is always our favorite for blues, good food and ambience.. the service is great and the prices very reasonable.. Larry B…Chicago

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  10. Joel

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great music, quality burger, good service. Always a good time

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Barbecue
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    The entire restaurant space can be rented for special events. The maximum capacity for the restaurant is 400 for a reception and 250 for a seated dinner. We also offer semi-private rooms. All event spaces feature state of the art A/V equipment perfect for a meeting or added entertainment.
  • Private party contact
    Jake Koenig: (312) 923-2000
  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross street
    Wacker
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Entertainment
    House of Blues Restaurant & Bar features Chicago’s latest and greatest blues artists every night on the Backporch Stage. Live blues starts weekdays at 5pm and weekends at 6:30pm until close!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

FAQs

The jambalaya is a recurring favorite, it appears on the menu and multiple guests praise its kick and flavor.

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar – Chicago is a music-first, festive spot: expect live blues performances, themed decor celebrating blues culture, and an energetic dining room that some guests note can be loud.

Yes, guests describe the House of Blues as family-friendly, with families enjoying meals and live music (notably the Sunday Blues Brunch) and reports of children dining happily with their parents.

At House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago guests frequently describe the portions as generous, reviewers note the jambalaya and other mains are filling, making it a good pre-show meal.

Sunday is a standout, the House of Blues' Sunday Blues Brunch is a guest favorite, with reviewers calling the brunch and live music "fantastic."

Yes, House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago hosts private gatherings; guests report private parties where the venue was used for a buffet service and open bar.

Sunday's Blues Brunch is a standout, guests call the Sunday Blues Brunch “fantastic” with great live music, and many visitors also plan dinner as a lively pre-show meal before concerts.

Yes, the House of Blues Restaurant & Bar is known for its Sunday Blues Brunch, a distinct live-music brunch experience guests recommend.

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House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago

4.5
$30 and under
American
River North (Chicago)

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
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