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

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago

4.5 (2158)
$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
22:00
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for live music
  • Lively
  • Great for craft beers
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 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–00:00
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • 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
  • Area
    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!

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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
(2158)
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

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House of Blues Restaurant & Bar in Chicago is celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere and "amazing" live music. Guests appreciate the "awesome" service and the "delicious" food, with standout dishes like the Jambalaya and BBQ Nachos. The eclectic decor adds to the unique dining experience, making it a must-visit venue.
2,158 Reviews
  1. Andrew

    Orlando / Central Florida East13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 October 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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  2. Chris

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 October 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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  3. Lynsey

    Perthshire/Stirlingshire14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 October 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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  4. Gloria

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 9 October 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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  5. June

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 October 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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  6. Michael

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 October 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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  7. Miriam

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 19 September 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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  8. Larry

    Unspecified3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 September 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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  9. Joel

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 August 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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  10. Phyllis

    New Orleans / Louisiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very nice time with family. Waiter was great and service outstanding. Food was excellent.

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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 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–00:00
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • 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
  • Area
    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!

FAQs

Plan to dine at House of Blues for a pre-show dinner, guests recommend coming for dinner before a concert so you can enjoy live music while you eat; the restaurant is open Thursday evenings and Friday–Saturday nights (Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm; Fri–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am).

Yes, the menu includes the ImpossibleTM Burger (built 100% vegan) and clearly labelled gluten-free mains such as Jambalaya and Blackened Salmon.

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar, guests frequently describe the portions as generous, calling out hearty mains and desserts that are large enough to share.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothes are appropriate for a visit to House of Blues.

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago is a music-first, energetic spot, live blues performers set the mood and the lobby and walls are filled with musical memorabilia, creating a fun, vibrant backdrop for casual dining.

The Jambalaya is a recurring favorite at House of Blues, it appears on the mains menu and multiple guests praise its hearty, tasty preparation.

Yes, families report bringing children and enjoying the menu; one guest with three kids (ages 10–16) said everyone loved the visit and others noted kids enjoyed the burgers.

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House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago

4.5
$30 and under
American
River North (Chicago)

Make a booking

2 people
22:00
Booked 23 times today
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