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A multi-level River North nightclub with a large dance floor, layered lounges, video walls and touring electronic artists.
Neighbourhood
Chicago
Energy
Lounge
Capacity
250
Price
$$
Age
21+ (local law)
Opened
2004
Indoor / outdoor
indoor
Dress code
Fashionable clubwear. Trendy night-out attire; neat sneakers allowed, but avoid tracksuits, athletic team jerseys, or workwear.
From the venue’s website.
Sound-Bar stands as one of Chicago’s definitive nightlife pillars, established in 2004. Located in Chicago, United States, the venue has earned widespread acclaim for its dedicated programming, immersive atmosphere, and enduring contribution to the regional after-hours scene. Spanning a lounge layout with a capacity of around 250 guests, it provides a focused sanctuary for dancers and music devotees alike.
Musically, the room centers around Techno, House, EDM, Commercial. The acoustic setup is tuned for maximum fidelity, allowing resident selectors and touring international headliners to take full control of the floor from midnight into the early morning. With thoughtful curation across every night of operation, the club balances underground credibility with an electric, celebratory crowd energy.
A multi-level River North nightclub with a large dance floor, layered lounges, video walls and touring electronic artists. Visitors should expect an authentic atmosphere with 21+ with id. table and seating prioritized; quiet appreciation of sound and curated vinyl sets expected. no large rowdy groups.. Whether arriving for an intimate warm-up or staying through peak late-night hours, Sound-Bar delivers an essential Chicago clubbing experience.
21+ with ID. Table and seating prioritized; quiet appreciation of sound and curated vinyl sets expected. No large rowdy groups.
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