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Sound Bar
226 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60654, United States
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He
Review №1

Not exactly my scene because I feel like an old person when I step into a club. That may have to do with my affliction to dancing unless I am so drunk I can barely stand. The rest of the crowd there seemed to be having a great time. The bar staff was all cool but I will say the toilets are beyond wrong. I have seen better facilities in the trashiest of border towns in Chicago. Please update! I beg of you!

Je
Review №2

So much fun! Dance the night away. There are two layers of DJs. Both are small venues, but that made it all the better. The bar line was never long, and I found the staff friendly and helpful.

Ne
Review №3

This place is currently closed, Im assuming due to COVID. Almost every other club is closed at well but none of them bothered to update their websites or google page.

Le
Review №4

Worst return policy ever. They said my guiseppi ottavani will be replaced when he returns to the venue, but from the looks of it he will not be returning anytime soon. Ive contacted them multiple times and they just ignore my messages. Im not the only person who bought tickets. I know multiple people who is very upset about this situation. How are you a venure thats open now, but you arent willing to reply or respond. Get it together!!

Li
Review №5

We were told prior if we arrived by 9:30 pm we could be seated for dinner. We arrived before 9:30 pm, but the male host told us he couldnt accommodate us for dinner, because 3 other parties was ahead of us.

Na
Review №6

We go here as part of meetup group, entry is free before 11:30. Crowd was great had lots of fun!

Ma
Review №7

Old dragon bar in younger days...new Sound Bar...keeping the layout similar...outdoor caged patio...inside bars and small dance floor...double scotch, jack and coke and screwdriver $thirty....little wiggle and chat with the crowds...two jack and cokes, and rock star vodka $twenty-six...sipping drinks outside...inside quite loud with music bumpin...pictures and chat...cheers and drinks...havent been to a club in years!...tired!

A.
Review №8

Ive been a regular for quite a while at this establishment and Ive met some wonderful people along the way, so Sound-Bar will always have a special place in my

Sa
Review №9

Best place to find Asian guys usually crowded

Ke
Review №10

Horrible experience. 4 of us came from stl for all-star weekend. We paid for tickets in advance. We get there and they arent letting anyone in even if you have paid. Stealing peoples money

Je
Review №11

Cool venue. Just sort of barbaric how they treat people when they want them to go once the show is over...

Au
Review №12

Best vibes of any nightclub in Chicago. The House/Techno on the main floor is always great and the people are friendly as hell. You can get in free if you rsvp and come before 11pm. Sound Bar definitely deserves at least a 4.5 rating

St
Review №13

I was there for Markus Shulz. Beautiful intimate club. Truly a great experience! Thank you!

Ri
Review №14

Sound Bar is a staple Chicago venue for all of your electronic music needs to be met on a weekly basis. The nightclub has had its share of negative events occur, but have handled them with quick action and addressed future problems being managed by hiring good staff. I have been attending events here for around 8 years and am usually very satisfied.The door person is usually a little rough around the edges, but does a good job to ensure that people entering are of age and not too intoxicated. The experience can be ruined for everyone if the wrong people are allowed in.The bartenders and staff are very friendly. If you know a promotor, take advantage of their codes for free access and sometimes drink tickets. The security inside are attentive and seem to care for the safety of attendees, regularly kicking out disruptive or aggressive people. The Dolby Atmos system is incredible and should be experienced at least once!Pricing is also standard for a nightclub in Chicago, so expect to pay a little bit for a night of fun. 6 stars.

kr
Review №15

I’ve been there 3-4 times and the music just kept us going until the end. This place has 2 floors to party. House/Electronic/Trance music lovers get to have fun one the top whilst to the pop lovers unwinding at the ground floor.

Ja
Review №16

Very mixed feeling about this bar. Positives include several bars, a very good sound/light system (upstairs stage), and friendly staff and bouncers.It was extremely hot when we first got there. We went for a sold out show, though, so maybe it was more packed than usual (I dont come here often). Drinks were also a bit pricey even for River North. But neither of those things bothered me too much. What was really annoying was the broken glass... everywhere. It isnt an exaggeration when I say that by the end of the night the entire floor was covered in broken glass.This bar is trying to be a lot of different things at once. If you want to go to a nightclub with a variety of musical styles, then I guess this is alright. If youre looking for house or techno, Id highly recommend going to Spybar across the street instead.

Ni
Review №17

This place had two different floors playing different music. There is bar on almost every corner of the whole pub, so you wouldnt have to wait long to get your drink.The lighting and sound are the best part. Cant say much about music as my taste differs.Overall, its a good place to loose your body and get high on booze.

Sh
Review №18

Had a great night for my birthday at sound bar. Very diverse crowd

Mu
Review №19

Best sound system ever. I wish the club renews Simon Patterson’s residency

va
Review №20

After hours there will be a entrance fee which is cash only.. and you wont regret of coming in.. they really have good music. Also they have 2 floors having 2 different kinds of music, just enjoy whatever you want to. Decent crowd and surely is a good experience..there is coat room for which they charge little.. wide selection of drinks and friendly staff..

Li
Review №21

Great music from Animale...sadly I didnt go to Sound Bar to listen to him for 4 hours. Instead I paid to see Deorro, who did not show up until 2am!! Dont anticipate visiting this place again

Ed
Review №22

As of this post, there are only two clubs in the world with a Dolby Atmos 3D sound system: Ministry of Sound in London and Sound-Bar in Chicago. Truly amazing sound system, great music club venue, super chill staff and a very professional security detail

Dy
Review №23

I wouldn’t go unless you want to see someone in particular. The sound system is probably one of the best in the city. Multiple rooms make for a good time when they’re all open. I love the back room usually playing hip hop.

He
Review №24

Do I have to say it? Its River North. They actively dont let people of color in because they only white people scene in their club. I recommend every person of color come just so they dont get the satisfaction of keeping you out. You dont have to pay anything either.

Al
Review №25

Great bartenders, great space. Anywhere you go you hear music.

Mi
Review №26

Best sound system ever. nice bar.

Da
Review №27

I saw ben bohmer here & had a magical time :)

Jo
Review №28

My friends and I recently bought a table here. Our servers came by TWICE the entire night, didnt pour our drinks, and tacked a 24% gratuity to our bill. Music was good, but we wont be back any time soon.

Le
Review №29

Dave security guy was super awesome and hot. Very professional and helpful Thank you for taking care of the ladies from out west.4 Strings DJ was awesome really enjoyed his show the best.

An
Review №30

Ill start with this, the lines to get into Sound Bar are completely ridiculous, after 10pm, the cover charge is also ridiculous. Especially since it applies to women also. But, they charge, because they can. Sound Bar is always full, always a good time, and always filled with gorgeous girls. Iron bar has a ton of competition, notably Spy Bar across the street (that is way more European Techno Niche), but they manage to stand out amongst the crowd. There is one major dance floors and sometimes as many as three DJs lined up to perform (that is the most I have ever seen). The music is the best (assuming your into great top 40 remixes), the club is well kept and really cool. Also, the drinks are reasonably priced for. the area (River North). All in all, Sound Bar is a great time waiting to happen and I would recommend it to my friends, family, and coworkers.

Ma
Review №31

It was fun! 2 floors different genres. Nothing too fancy but it you’re with the right people it’s a fun night!

Di
Review №32

Last night was crazy! Will definitely come back one day!Two levels of absolutley banging musicAll my buds had a great time My only recommendation - Hang up a drink menu with prices at the upper and lower bars

Ha
Review №33

I would give 0 if I could. These staffs especially security staffs are awful. As long as they think you drunk they ask you out even you are not drunk at all. People go to nightclub just for big drink. Its a simple question that how you make money but kicking off people professionally? By the way, the security staffs are all Hispanic immigrants so that I can understand why they act rude because this is what they are.

Ay
Review №34

I went to Sound Bar after having bought two tickets to wait in line and be told that we were not allowed in on account of my partner being too drunk. Waiting for a refund because I do not want to pay $40 for a bar my partner and I didnt even get to enjoy.

Si
Review №35

Sound system and music was decent, and the layout and design of the club was nice. The bartender tried to scam me though - got 3 drink tickets for coming before 11:30, I got to the bar 5 minutes before that time to order drinks and the bartender ignored me to serve other people who got there after I did. He poured 2 of the 3 drinks I ordered and I watched him put no alcohol in, then pointed to the time on his phone and told me he couldnt give me a third drink because it was exactly 11:30. I brought 2 of the 3 drinks I ordered back to my friends and a bouncer followed me through the club and yelled at me for not paying the full $24 for 2 small glasses of cranberry juice. I put the drinks back on the counter and left shortly afterwards. Dont have perks like drink tickets if you cant honor them and intentionally disrespect your customers

Jo
Review №36

I been here. The security didnt harass me for being black. that alone is worth 5 stars!

He
Review №37

I absolutely love paying concert prices for a DJ that doesn’t show up. Also appreciate that the staff had no idea when the DJ performed. Spend your money elsewhere

ch
Review №38

Place is okay having two completely separate levels with 2 different DJs playing different types of music. Better have VIP or you will most likely be waiting in line. Upstairs gets out of hand (especially if a big name is performing that night. You will be waiting forever for a drink in that case and treated poorly if youre not with a big crowd. Worth in these cases ordering bottle service if you and crowd pocket books can afford it.) Which is why I scored a 3 star. Ive promoted and in one night blew big bucks between me and girlfriend on buying not 1 but 2 bottles of Vodka. Service was great during stay. But when it came time to pay up. Between me and 4 other people that had been paying 20 and 30 dollar tips throughout our stay. The waitress that handled our table had floor manager come up to us before leaving asking if something was wrong with service. Basically our ending tips were low to the server. Between 5 of us we bought 2 bottles of Absolute Vodka at 185.00 a bottle plus if you added up all the tips we gave throughout night. That waitress made 150+ at least from table. Well above 25 to 30 % plus compared to two other groups near us we were the simplest to serve, and acted in total respect. So I myself had not so nice words to give to management. Totally disrespectful I thought being that with tips we dropped almost 500.00 up in the in one night.

Ch
Review №39

One of the first clubs I’ve been to in Chicago. Great amount of rooms and different vibes all throughout. If you don’t like one thing just keep moving it will change. Plus you might see a athlete there or somebody’s slightly famous. The only thing I don’t like is it can get crowded. If shoulder to shoulder is your thing this is your place.

Pa
Review №40

I used to go to this place a lot with my friends. Good musics and Djs. Bartenders are all rude. They force you to give them tip. Staff are all angry and tired ...

Ru
Review №41

Music was a tad disappointing. Although there are two floors for different kinds of music, I would prefer the hip hop one. Crowd was decent. The staffs were kind of nice as well. One best thing is that for your birthday party, you get free drinks till 1 amd your friends get three free drinks till 11:30Also the entry is free as well. Overall experience was nice

Al
Review №42

Club is great and the service is amazing! I lost/got my wallte stolen, and the staff did not only find it, but put it in my jacket, because they saw my ticket for the jacket! Never saw this before and nothing was missing!

S
Review №43

Overpriced for an uninteresting atmosphere, lame crowd and dated music. The staff was rude and unhelpful too. So many options in Chicago, not worth it! Save your time and money!

Jo
Review №44

Ill start with this, the lines to get into Sound Bar are completely ridiculous, after 10pm, the cover charge is also ridiculous. Especially since it applies to women also. But, they charge, because they can. Sound Bar is always full, always a good time, and always filled with gorgeous girls. Iron bar has a ton of competition, notably Spy Bar across the street (that is way more European Techno Niche), but they manage to stand out amongst the crowd. There is one major dance floors and sometimes as many as three DJs lined up to perform (that is the most I have ever seen). The music is the best (assuming your into great top 40 remixes), the club is well kept and really cool. Also, the drinks are reasonably priced for. the area (River North). All in all, Sound Bar is a great time waiting to happen and I would recommend it to my friends, family, and coworkers.

Bu
Review №45

Dress code: yesCover charge: yesExpensive: yesMusic: EDM some good some not, HipHop not the good kindService: Awesome. The bartenders are super cool and friendly. Actually security and all the people that worked there were super nice, helpful, and welcomingVenue: Beautiful the pictures don’t do it justiceThe crowd: Weird and the majority of the people there were unattractive so if u trying to get boo-ed up or to dance and vibe with some hottie it’s no to both of those. Just no. Also there is a long line but it moves pretty fast to get in

Va
Review №46

This place is ridiculous. If you’re in downtown Chicago this summer don’t waste your time here. There is a $15 minimum on credit card purchases so if you wanna buy a drink mine as well make it two at a time or you’re out of luck pal... the bartender on one level didn’t even bother me with that which i thought was ironic... management is lost when your on there they don’t even pay attention. Nowhere downtown , not one club I’ve been too, has ever charged that. Not to mention the music was underwhelming and the staff was rude. Overpriced drinks follow the rest. There are much better places then this place downtown to spend your money at.

E
Review №47

I was told they play hip hop music and the only hip hop I heard (on a Sat night) was Drake and Rhianna....I feel bamboozled.The atmosphere was nice, mixed crowd, and great drinks. We chose this place because we were staying downtown. I also didnt like that we couldnt request any music *update* we hung out anyway and around 130a, they started playing hip-hop music only. After that, we were granted a song request.

h
Review №48

Absolutely terrible service. Super disappointing worse club I have ever been too I will never spend any money here ever again. Staff is beyond disrespectful. The acts of prejudice against me I will never forget. They will rob you at the front and take your money. They took my money and kicked me out for no reason. When I respectfully asked what was going on they simply replied we dont want you here. Didn’t give me any reason what so ever. One of the most racist encounters I have ever experienced in life I will NOT be returning and I STRONGLY encourage people not to rewared that behavior and service. AVOID this place at all costs I am completely disgusted.

Da
Review №49

Refused to let my girlfriend in, despite the fact that she was 21, said that she was “a minor”, “clearly 12 years old”, and took her drivers license away without scanning it. Never expected this level of prejudice againts Asians in Chicago. Will not attend again.

As
Review №50

I don’t usually give reviews but this is a Racist club. We (brown colored people),were all dressed nicely but the security guard didn’t want to let us in not even bothered to check our ID and his boss/head security guard ran from a distance far away to us and say we are not to their dressing standards.The head guard himself allowed people who were in TShirts and shorts. I would have given a 0 if I could.

Sa
Review №51

I never worry about this place closing like all the other clubs in town. I can always count on Sound-bar being open, busy, and fun. It just gets so hot down in the hip hop floor. They need better ventilation there. The bartenders are always on it too.

Di
Review №52

Not busy, but if you are 18-23 its like Pacha club, not the same but popularity like that... thank you it was fun!

An
Review №53

Great venue. Got to see Hodor from game of thrones DJ. The only thing I dislike is the unfriendly staff. Overall venue is great.

Al
Review №54

Horrible experience! $20 cover and still stay in line! Super loud music (way higher than safety level of 85dB) and just one shot costs you $18!!!

Pa
Review №55

Went to see Simon Patterson/Will Atkinson. They were fantastic and the sound system at sound bar is amazing. But I agree with other reviewers - the bouncers are awful. The guy checking IDs is super rude. Drinks are very expensive. I got 2 bud lights and a well whiskey and it came out to $30.

Vi
Review №56

I dont know where to start. Someone needs to talk to the owner and show him how to run the place. Wouldnt let me in because I was wearing high top shoes that are in style but they let a guy who was wearing tennis shoes in. Now I will not go in even if I get in for free. If anyone knows the owner tell him to come talk to me to show him how a club should be running.

Ra
Review №57

Once you get in the club is fine, its a good time, and they do have some good DJs, which is the reason theyre at 3 instead of 2 (downstairs is much nicer but the headliners are upstairs).My issue with Sound Bar is the way they handle their lines. Whether or not you bought tickets in advance or are paying at the door, its all the same line. (Whereas at The Mid, for example, they have a line specifically for ticket holders to get them in faster.) If you dont get there early, the line is going to be a long wait to get in, epecially if youre not in a large group. Theyll start pulling large groups from the line and pulling them to the front.So my recommendation to get in faster is make friends with the people in line and say youre all together. Going by myself, thats how I got inside in less than ~15 minutes. But when Ive gone with my boyfriend, just the two of us, we were stuck waiting for a long time.

Ja
Review №58

Very upscale! Dress to impress ladies. Fellas, no tennis shoes or Jordan’s. Good music!

Ar
Review №59

They charged me $20 to get in and the wait was about 20 mins. Drink are average compared to other clubs in River North. They play electronic music on the first floor and hip hop downstairs. The music was okay, crowd was mostly guys.

Mi
Review №60

Awesome venue nightclub. Sound is amazing. 2 floors and very spacious and Ive never waiting more than 3 minutes to get a drink. Lots of special effect and tons of big name artist come thru. Definitely worth checking out. Be prepared to wait in line outside if you come after 11. I suggest buying a ticket to whoever is playing to help with door costs.

Ks
Review №61

Everything was going well until A friend of mine wanted to take a seat near one of the bars and the bouncer there asked him to move. My friend just asked him what the issue was the as the seats were empty. We would have understood if it was reserved seating. The bouncer could’ve told us so. Instead, he got agitated and started coming on to our group telling us he could kick us out if he wanted to. When we tried to reason with him on such a simple issue, he started yelling more. That probably ruined the whole experience for us. Would absolutely not recommend this place!!

Jo
Review №62

Average night club. Bartenders are asking tip each time if I grab a drink and if i oppose, thatt it. They will shout on us. BAD behavior !! Replace them soon.

Ga
Review №63

Really love the ambiance and the DJ was good too. You have to be in a proper attire to get entry in the club, shoes and simple sneakers will work(no high top sneakers and sports shoes allowed). My friend had to get the VIP lounge by paying $250 because of his shoes which doesnt matter because we had fun.

Ga
Review №64

Customer Service SUCKS! I called asking about pricing to host a party... Understandable, the date I inquired about is not available. BUT, it would be great to hear back from their staff letting us know hey sorry I cannot book your party, just out of courtesy! I mean Im sure they wouldve called me back right away if it wouldve been a YES. sometimes Money shouldnt be the drive of the business.. GREAT CUSTOMER service should. BTW the person I spoke with was AJ.... He was a total JERK!

Ca
Review №65

A great atmosphere to hang out and enjoy music. We love the appetizers, entree and desserts!

Am
Review №66

Cramped, awful music, weird lighting. The staff is absolutely terrible and uncessesarily rough and rude. I would much rather spend a night in Guantanamo bay.

An
Review №67

A Racist club. We (brown colored people),were all dressed nicely but 1-2 guys did not wear collared shirt. So we were asked to leave. The first security guard allowed us to enter after checking our ID but his boss/head security guard ran from a distance far away to us and kicked us out. The head guard himself allowed people before us and after us who were all in TShirts.

Li
Review №68

Haha short Korean bouncer said hed put me in an ambulance... be nice bro! Awesome music tho

dd
Review №69

Best EDM shows and club in the city. Mike the VIP Manager always great, hospitality first.Also the security guards are really respectful which is rare in clubs.. One in particular (sorry I forget his name) was nice enough to let my girlfriend and I have a seat in a booth as the club was slowing down and our DJ was still playing, due to my girlfriend having back surgery. Also a great guy to talk too. Classy move and the best club in Chi town.Untz Untz Untz #chicagotrancefam

AS
Review №70

This should have been a nice outing but the moment my friends and I stepped off of the bus we were denied access into this Bar/Club because (As was stated by the manager and another door guy) WE CANT LET YOU IN BECAUSE WE SAW YOU ALL GET OFF OF A PARTY BUS Granted 1 of my friends was already drunk but the way we were turned away so rudely was VERY UNPROFESSIONAL. If it was a 0 stars option I WOULD HAVE CHOSEN THAT!!

Ni
Review №71

I was here for a show a little while back and got to say, it sounded really nice. cant wait for more shows to be here.

La
Review №72

Theres a bouncer there thats a little too proud to have his job. short and has glasses, pony tail. other than that, the layout of soundar isn’t great. friends from other cities that visit soundbar say that the crowd is typically scummy and they’re not wrong. there’s better clubs that you can go to like tao and prysm.

Cs
Review №73

The condescending and unfriendly bouncers at the door treat you like they are doing you a favor by letting you wait in line and pay $40 per person to get in (thats how much they were charging on Friday Mar 11 2018). That alone is enough for me to never go back. The music and sound system are good, but bouncers and busers are constantly walking around nudging themselves through the guests and sometimes pointing their flashlights at people who dont immediately jump out of their way for them to pass - very annoying and inconsiderate. And finally, all 3 times I went there the place was a total sausage party (not gay, just all straight men) - why cant they promote the venue better so that theres a good balance of people who are attracted to each other? I cant justify coming back to this place unless its a very special and unique event.

se
Review №74

For fun amazing, there is no dress up but please be carefull to security, never trust them, they are dangerous. Almost 2 months ago we had a table and my friend gave him $100 tip for careful our table and her bag then we left for dance when I came back I saw that security opened my bag and looking what is there!!!It was sucks and 2 weeks ago some people stole my phone from my purse when I was dancing I mean some another costumer so be careful!

Ke
Review №75

I liked this place at first, only to realize after going few times that the DJ is always playing the same songs....kinda sucks. Service is not that great either. For a $20 cover, you could get a better experience.

Jo
Review №76

Great place for Drum and Bass. They have three rooms all playing different types of music. The bars arent too crowded and the drinks are very well priced (think $6 beers, which for a club, is not bad). They have a good mix of rotating DJs, but they dont offer headphones so make sure to bring your own!

LA
Review №77

Costumer service sucks! If you want to have a nice night in a VIP setting, I do not recommended this bar!The service is awful ‘from the door to the vip’! Here is what My experience looked like: You pay a lot for the VIP (which is fine, is you actually get what you are paying for) and first of all, eight at the door they say that you are not on the list (even though you called earlier making the reservation). And then, after you get to the actual VIP, they take literally 40+ minutes to bring the bottles. Since it was taking way too long I just asked them to cancel all 4 bottles and I was ready to leave to another place. But they did not cancel, instead, they just brought the bottles (super fast) and openned them so that I could not cancel it anymore.Just don’t waste your money if you want to get a good service for it!

Am
Review №78

The diversity of the crowd is amazing. Good DJ.. a pretty cool place. The lower level can get a little crowded. The sound is perfect.. lights on point. Dress code isnt that strict. After 10 30 you have to pay cover. Drinks are a little watered down but nonetheless was a good time.

An
Review №79

Great place, excellent music and the DJs are really nice

Ac
Review №80

Even while dressed appropriately (button-up shirts, formal shoes, etc.) we were denied access into the club. We were told there was a private party even though my friends and I (4 of us in total) RSVPd beforehand for the event. I just wanted to dance, instead we were racially profiled... Hence the 1 star.. Wont be returning!

Va
Review №81

Way too long of a line just for them to say they were tryna charge me and other girls $20 cover each for what hour was left of the night... one of the doormen was super nice

No
Review №82

Went to Sound Bar last weekend with some friends. While walking in, I found it very odd that bouncers/security were more focused on checking IDs than doing security check. No ones bag was checked, no one was patted down. This is the only night club Ive been to where no one was checked. Other than that, all went well but I really think this is something that should change.

Ad
Review №83

To be honest with you I had a great time. Saw David gravell here with my 2 friends from europe. If your not broke then the drinks arent that expensive. It was like 20 bucks to come inside not bad. Wear nice clothes cause it is a club.

Ja
Review №84

Friend’s friend was denied access so we ended up leaving together. The bouncer team got to get their act together because if they deny everyone arbitrarily they might as well close shop. But the drink prices are decent and worth the visit.

Jo
Review №85

Great people and a lot of space if you like to dance!

Ke
Review №86

New Years Eve the Club was over capacity by 750 people. Bouncers were looking for any poor excuse to kick people out. The worst night club crowd management Ive ever seen in my life. One of my friends over indulged and was leaning over a trash can. They started pulling him out of the club immediately. His girl friend objected more intensely than she should have, and the bouncer preceeded to grab her by the neck and dragged her visciously out of the club as if he got some sort of sick thrill from it. I couldnt stand any man who treats a woman like that. Especially my friends gf so I proceeded to loosen his grip and separate them, the bouncer took it the wrong way. After dragging her out they came in and snagged me off the stairs and dragged me out, no explanation at all. There was no intent for them to communicate with my group in the slightest. They just viciously yanked and pulled on any limb they could get there hands on. Took 45 minutes to get my jacket from the coat check. They lost one of my friends jackets. They relentlessly abused people physically any chance they got. It was pathetic. The most unprofessional nightclub experience ive ever had in my life. The bartenders were great the music was great but your management ruined it soundbar. I hope you get shutdown.

il
Review №87

HORRIBLE. After searching my purse they took my medical cannabis before entering. I was not using my medicine and it was locked away in my bag where they took my money then my cannabis and did not let me in. I showed my medical card and they didnt care

Sh
Review №88

I actually like this place better than some other places in Chicago. There are three dance floors. I didnt go to the lower level because they had hip hop music and I dont like it much. I went to this place to see Third Party. The main floor had progressive house/trance, and the bar floor had really nice and chill deep house music. I like them both! There were two lines at the door, a very long line and a line of two people. I got to be in the shorter line, probably because I was by myself at that time. BUT...the music is so LOUD and it literally hurt my ears!!! They need to work on this because other people say the same thing.

Se
Review №89

I met my girlfriend here, so Sound-Bar will always have a special place in my heart. If you know a promoter, not only can you get in free before 12, but they give you 4 free drinks (must order them before 12) and no, Im not a promoter. Otherwise the drinks are kinda expensive for what they are: not that big and not that good. You can RSVP for free entry before 12 on their website ($10 after). If you dont RSVP, its $20 cover. I asked them once at what time they stop charging cover... never. Its a big place with tons of people and 3 DJs going at once during most of the night. The volume upstairs in the main room is usually Dangerously loud, and I like the music downstairs or in the red room better and you can actually talk to someone if you yell. Downstairs tends to be more hip-hop and pop stuff, upstairs vocal house. The main alternative would be The Mid which is also $20 and comparably priced drinks that are a lot better. The downside of the Mid is that its too crowded. If you want to leave Sound-bar you might also consider Crescendo around the corner for Vocal House or Spy Bar across the street for House. Crescendo wont get going until at least 1:30 though.

He
Review №90

Got kicked after the workers stole my bag. Got my bag back after like an hour.

Om
Review №91

Decent set up and good crowd. They have an upstairs and a down stairs that play different styles of music. Worth checking out.

va
Review №92

The hispanic security staff are horrible! Rude.

Na
Review №93

I will give zero if I could . Horrible customer service.

Bu
Review №94

I visited to see a couple of headline DJs on a Saturday around 12:00am, the queue was no more than 5 mins, the staff were polite and attentive. Drinks $10 for whiskey. I was reluctant to go after reading negative feedback on Google but I had a great time here and it made for a great memory of my trip to Chicago.

Cy
Review №95

A little odd but good music (guest DJs & what not). Great spot if youre not sure what mood youre in but want to dance.Different music rooms each offering good sized dance floors and access to three bars.Drinks are a bit expensive ($8-12 depending the beer, and bottom shelf shots starting at $7).

Ja
Review №96

Amazing experience. Great service. Multiple rooms for multiple shows.

NA
Review №97

Played the New Sean Paul and Natalac - To Mi Thing... Same Night #Salute Windy City #Natalac #SeanPaul #PimPoftheNation

Re
Review №98

Great sound system, though a little distorted at times. The dance floor is wide but lacks depth and can feel like sardines at times. Great events here though

Te
Review №99

This place is not worth the hype. Ive always heard good things about it so we went last night.And let me tell you it was a disaster.All they want is your money, and once the get it they dont care. The security, and managers were very rude, and unhelpful.The music was loud and just beats. The whole club was hot.I would not recommend it at all.

Br
Review №100

Dont go, terrible customer service. If you need to get something back if you left it by chance, dont bother. They will not get back to you by email or phone despite numerous efforts. The door men will be of no help as they will direct you to call. If i could give less than a whole star I would.

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  • Address:226 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60654, United States
  • Site:http://www.sound-bar.com/
  • Phone:+1 312-787-4480
Categories
  • Night club
  • Bar
  • Club
Working hours
  • Monday:10pm–4am
  • Tuesday:10pm–5am
  • Wednesday:10pm–4am
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
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