House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago
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Additional information
- Dining style
Casual Dining
- Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Barbecue
- Hours of operation
Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
- Phone number
(312) 923-2007
- Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Dress code
Casual Dress
- Executive chef
Mike Galen
- 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
Megan Herlitz: (312) 923-7061
- 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
Menu
Appetizers
BBQ Nachos
house-cut tortilla chips, aged cheddar, avocado, roasted corn salsa, red onion, tomatoes, Texas BBQ sauce, cilantro, cotija cheese Option to add brisket or pulled pork
Voodoo Shrimp
sautéed shrimp in an Abita Amber beer reduction sauce, served over jalapeño-cheese cornbread
Crispy Wings
over a pound of wings choose a style: Texas BBQ – crispy onion, cilantro, ranch dressing Buffalo – slaw, shaved habanero, blue cheese dressing
Gumbo
andouille sausage, chicken, “holy trinity” (onion, bell peppers & celery) and cajun rice
Salads
Southern Salad
mixed field greens, shaved apple, fennel, white cheddar and toasted pecans, with champagne vinaigrette
Cobb Salad
chopped romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, egg, crumbled bacon, chives, tomatoes, sweet corn and toasted breadcrumbs, with blue cheese dressing
Mains
Jambalaya
sautéed chicken, andouille sausage and “holy trinity” (onion, bell peppers & celery) in stewed rice. Option to add cajun shrimp
Blackened Salmon
Blackened or simply grilled, andouille reduction, creamed corn*
Fried Chicken
a crisp, golden quarter bird served with our bourbon butter, slaw and roasted garlic mashed potatoes
Cajun Chicken Pasta
Bowtie pasta, spicy Cajun cream sauce, blackened chicken, andouille sausage, bell peppers, red onion, basil, Parmesan
Sandwiches and Burgers
HOB Smash Burger
Double patty, American cheese, brioche bun, shredded lettuce, tomato, aioli, red onion, dill pickle chips
BBQ Bacon Smash Burger
topped with aged cheddar cheese, candied applewood bacon, cripsy onion, charred onion aioli, and Texas BBQ sauce
Impossible Burger
built 100% vegan Impossible burger patty, American cheese, shredded lettuce, secret sauce and dill pickle chips
The Yardbird
bourbon-butter-brushed fried chicken breast with slaw, buffalo aioli, and dill pickle chips (available simply grilled)
Smoked Brisket Sandwich
on a brioche bun with Texas BBQ sauce and slaw
Pulled Pork Sandwich
on a brioche bun with Carolina BBQ sauce and slaw
Sides
Jalapeño Cornbread
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Mac & Cheese Skillet
Desserts
Key Lime Pie
Bread Pudding
What 1,804 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
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- 4.3Food
- 4.5Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.3Value
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Safety precautions
Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated
FAQs
House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Chicago is rated 4.6 stars by 1804 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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329 N Dearborn St. Chicago, IL 60654
Additional information
- Cross street
Wacker
- Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
- Hours of operation
Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
- Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Barbecue
- Dining style
Casual Dining
- Dress code
Casual Dress
- Parking details
Valet
- Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Executive chef
Mike Galen
- 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
- Phone number
(312) 923-2007
- 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
Megan Herlitz: (312) 923-7061