The doors opened right on time for the event. They checked people in while waiting in line, which…read morestreamlined entry. You get wand checked by security and coat check is to the right (cash only for coat check) the venue was clean and very open. Security was very good with intercepting any issues so the concert was enjoyable. Would visit this venue again!

Had a blast. Not sure what all the poor reviews are about. The first floor has 3 bars. Clean…read morebathrooms & great sound. Drinks were great & pricing was fair. Yacht House Summer was a great night. Please have him back next summer.

I was gifted two tickets from a friends to see Charlie Puth's Whatever's Clever World Tour at his…read more5.15.2026 Rosemont stop for my birthday! I haven't been to the Rosemont Theater in forever, but I do recall it always being a positive experience. Parking?: Decently priced and close to the entrance Security?: Present enough to make you feel safe. The process for checking bags and being [metal detector] wanded was smooth. Merch?: Conveniently located in the main lobby, well displayed, and smooth to make a purchase. I had eaten dinner prior to arriving, but the concession stand looked to have decently priced snacks. The theater looks a little um, retro(?), but it was a gift to be in a beautiful theatre over a giant sports stadium. The sound quality was great, the seats were comfortable, and I could see Charlie very well, even if I chose to sit during a slower song due to the staggered, stadium seating. Traffic on the way there was a little slow due to a concert at Allstate Arena, the Chicago Dogs home opener, and Anime Central, but that was on me to be responsible and leave at an appropriate time. I had looked up the set list on SetlistFM so I knew there was no encore. As soon as that last note of "Changes" rang out into the air, I was a cloud of myself as I briskly walked to the car to get out of the parking lot, haha. What a joy to enjoy a concert and be back on my own driveway in 23 minutes!

I haven't been to this theatre in years, but returned for a recent Christmas concert…read more As many others have shared, be sure to try and arrive early, if you are driving your own car. Parking here can be a mess. We left home 2 hours before our show and were so glad we did. The drive from Chicago's West Town area and waiting for parking alone, took us over an hour. Once in the parking lot, we were fortunate to get a spot around the corner from the main entrance. Expect to wait in a long line for concessions, coat check, and the ladies restroom. Prices for drinks and snacks are what you would expect. However, the mixed drinks we purchased were definitely worth the price we paid. Our server at the bar had a "heavy hand" so there was plenty of spirits in the drinks. Definitely appoint a designated driver. Seats are comfy here and the inside of the theatre gets warm. But plan to sit very close to strangers if you don't have an aisle seat. I like the intimate setting of this theatre. Views from row E were fabulous. Being an amateur musician myself, I would say the only critique I have is that at times the instruments sounded louder than vocals, so it made it hard to hear the soloists at times. In all, a December concert here was a beautiful experience and a great way to kick off the holidays!

Table 12 for the win!…read more I was in Rosemont for a work trip, which usually means dull dinners, early nights and generally a bit Puritanical. Since we were in Chicago, I took my boss and coworker to the Tiki TIki next door for a shot of Malort. It's Chicago, after all. 1 shot became 2, 2 became 4, and before I knew it, the bartender was ushering us through the swinging door into Pete's once they opened. Fun fact: we were the first ones in and also shut the bar down. From the moment the pianists started, it was clear this place was on point. Even them doing introductions and giving the ground rules was done musically. All four singers were wicked talented, and rotated in and out through the night. On occasion, they came together and became a full on quartet playing instruments other than pianos. Vocals were amazing, the energy in the place was such that I didn't even realize the time until they did last call and the lights came up. The layout of Pete's lends itself to entertainment. Regardless of what table you are at, you have a great view of the stage and no one has their back to the performance. The atmosphere is covered with fun and bright signs all over and despite being a larger place, it feels intimate when your song is played and everyone sings along. The table service was also great. She never hovered, but we also never lacked a drink. The next best thing about this place, after the performers, is the level of crowd interaction. There were folks singing along to every single song, and at times it was the whole bar. A couple of times during the night, folks were running around the bar riding a horse's head (or maybe a unicorn) on a stick. Somehow, it all just made sense. Pete's turned what could have been another boring end of a work trip sitting in the hotel into a night full of laughs, shots, and having a hoarse voice for days.

Company outing after dinner with the team! Never been to a dueling piano bar so wasn't really sure…read morewhat to expect. The experience is in the name; 2 guys and a small band pick songs to play and the audience really sings out loud (and really loud sometimes). I knew some of the songs so I could sing along. The inside is very big, accommodates a lot of guests, seating is everywhere, huge bar, and I loved all the cute/funny decor everywhere.

I came here cause I saw a good rating... um... not sure why…read more 1 no food, but I guess you can go somewhere else and bring to eat here (but then why not just stay where the food is, especially if there are adult beverages). 2. Parking isn't the best. Good if you like beer or anything in a can! Sure there is a pool table and some games. Cool decor. Best part of this place was the bartenders ability to make time to check on people even. Alexis truly was outstanding as a bartender especially given she was the only one. The bar is a local bar, dive like and patrons aren't very welcoming. Everyone knows each other and stick to their clique.

Sway Bar never disappoints! The ambiance is always on point--chill, stylish, and perfect for a…read morenight out. The staff is consistently friendly and welcoming, making you feel right at home. The music is hands-down one of my favorite things about this spot--if you love throwbacks from the '90s and 2000s, this is your vibe! Always a great time at Sway Bar. Highly recommend!

Been going to the Cabana Lounge for many years, but just started going post COVID a couple of…read moremonths ago. The owner Mark is very nice, the customers are always friendly and it has a nice atmosphere where you always feel welcome and comfortable. The bartenders are amazing, especially Bo. She makes you feel like you have known her for years. Very attentive and very customer service oriented!! She always has a positive attitude and makes everyone feel welcome!!

The vibe just wasn't vibing here. I felt like I had to get a little too loud for the bartender to…read morehear us. I don't think the music was too loud, so I don't get why it was hard for her to hear us. When we asked for the tab she was going to charge me for a casa amigos mix drink and not the well drink. So I did have to correct her, we only have 2 drinks and 2 shots. We did notice she was very attentive to her regulars, but we definitely felt the difference as new people.

I'm not sure why people give this place less than 5 stars, You're going for a night of laughs, not…read morea dining experience or some kind of alcoholic gastro experience. It's laughs. And they deliver. We've been here a few times since November of 2025 and I even got to see Kevin Bozeman there (if you haven't caught his act, check him out: https://www.youtube.com/@TheeKevinBozeman). Sure, there's a two ITEM minimum. Get the pretzel and a drink, or two drinks, or whatever, I don't care what you get. You're there to laugh. The servers are attentive and the seating is comfortable (despite being a bit crammed in). The warm ups have been great. They are very interactive with lots of crowd work. They validate your parking and offer you two free passes if you can show them that you follow them on Instagram. So, free parking and free passes. Seems like a great night out to me. And you get to see some awesome comedy. My only detraction is that you're packed in like sardines, so go early and find a place where you won't feel too packed in. And they let you meet the headliners afterward. I love Zanies in Rosemont!

My wife and I attended Zanies show on June 27, 2026. We were hoping to have a night of laughter…read moreand relaxation. Unfortunately we did not experience neither one. The four comedians were all bad. The first was a lady that though humor was to talk with a foul mouth and say things about her personal hygiene that should not be shared even with your crudest friend. The second comedian did not have any real training or anything to laugh about. The third comedian was a liberal foul mouth who distorted may facts of civilized American society. The head liner was a DUD. Not only a DUD but tried to make you laugh by saying outrageous things in anticipation she would receive a shock applause. A few other couples walking out after the show shared the same opinion. I am wondering who screened these comedians before they were booked? It will be a while before I spend money at Zanies again. The comedians did not deliver many laughs at all.

I love Bub City! This place is honestly awesome. I love that they play country music at times…read more There aren't many places that play country music in the Chicagoland area as far as I know. Also, there's always live music and the vibes are great. I also really enjoy how they decorate, especially during the Christmas season. It's always so festive and bright inside. The food is pretty good too. It's a better version of "bar food" but I haven't ever had anything that I didn't like here. Such a fun place. Highly recommend

This was a cool little sports bar I came in during my Chicago trip. Southern / Texas themed, it is…read morelocated in the "restaurant row" near the Hilton I stayed. I came in for an early lunch, so it was kind of quiet. Coming after my meeting to recover from the business part of my trip, I had a couple of rounds of their Hop City beer, along a pulled pork sandwich and waffle fries. The meat was one seasoned and the barbecue sauce those sweet, had enough of a spicy kick. I'm leaving at three stars, not because it was bad, but rather tagging it with a placeholder list. I will definitely stop byI if I were in the area, certainly not or during a sporting event. I do believe they also have live music in the evenings.

First visit here last night and we were too busy eating and drinking to take photos. Cute place…read morewith a ton of TVs, so whichever side of the table you sit on, you can see the game you're interested in. Seems like a lot of regulars hanging out. Our server was friendly and attentive without being overbearing and seemed like she knew most of the people at her tables. We happened to be here when they have $7 bourbon mixers with good bourbon and they were not at all watered down. The food was delicious- we started with toasted ravioli and stuffed mushrooms and it was a great way to start. I wanted to try the fish tacos as that's normally my go-to, but I knew I wouldn't be able to eat them all after the appetizers, so went with the steak quesadilla, which had a ton of cheese and chopped steak so you got some in every bite. I will definitely be back to try the fish tacos!

In the area for a conference and looking for walkable food options. It was a bit far and not…read morenecessarily what felt like a frequently walked area but it was under a mile. Inside was pretty empty, we were there on a Thurs night and it seemed like mostly a few other corporate groups and regulars. There's a room with slot machines which I thought was interesting. Quick service, large portions and food came out fast. 4/5 chicken caldo soup - spicy but really flavorful 2/5 wings - dry rub was a bit too dry for their liking 3/5 friend got a salad with poppyseed dressing but didn't end up using the dressing as it had a bit of a strange consistency for her. She said it was okay tho. 3.5/5 ultimate grilled cheese, added a burger patty medium and red onions. The burger was good but cooked more medium well. Waffle fries generous but didn't care much for the ranch. 3.5/5 jambalaya - friends enjoyed it and the serving was large. 4/5 bread pudding was tasty and so was the ice cream. Service was great and it was just what we needed to get us some extra food. Menu was extensive and she indicated all was made fresh. Not necessarily food I'd crave & seek out if I was back in the area but it was pleasantly surprising and exactly what we needed!