Blues Sets, Grand Dining, Different Tabs
Female vocalists anchor an intimate club, while a 20-foot Quan Yin statue overlooks a koi pond at a two-level restaurant. Together, the venues create contrasting settings for an evening shaped by music, architecture, and dining.
River North Night Out
Cash Before the First Chord
Blue Chicago pairs female vocalists with live bands in an intimate River North room. The club opens Wednesday through Sunday. Bring cash for entry and drinks. An ATM is available on site. Wednesday and Thursday carry a one-drink minimum, while Friday and Saturday require two drinks. The venue serves no food. Entry is restricted to guests aged 21 and over. Tickets are sold at the door from 8:00 PM, with no advance tickets.
Early Hours, Elevated Room
TAO Chicago gives River North diners a two-level setting with a grand staircase, round banquettes, and a 20-foot Quan Yin statue beside a koi pond. Lucky Hour runs from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday, giving price planning a defined window. Sunday also brings Endless Brunch from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM at 65 dollars per person. Smart-casual dress and a 21+ rule apply.
What Your Money Buys
Blue Chicago ties the budget to admission and drinks, with cash required for both and no food served. Its minimum changes from one drink on Wednesday and Thursday to two on Friday and Saturday. TAO Chicago centers spending on Asian cuisine and cocktails in a room built around a grand staircase and towering statue. Lucky Hour applies on Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday. These are different kinds of expense, live performance with required drinks, and a restaurant meal with optional cocktails.
