Broadway Playhouse is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

1. Broadway Playhouse

8.8
175 E Chestnut St (btwn Mies van der Rohe Way & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Performing Arts Venue · Streeterville · 13 tips and reviews

Lucy T.Lucy Trevino: They have the best wheelchair accessible seats! Better than the Cadillac Palace, Oriental Theater, or Chicago Theater.

ZachZach: Parking Validation at Box Office!!

Hannah A.Hannah Alkadi: We saw Stomp here. Nice and intimate theater.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

2. Chicago Shakespeare Theater

9.0
800 E Grand Ave (at Navy Pier), Chicago, IL
Theater · Streeterville · 27 tips and reviews

John T.John Turnbow: A great show once again. My students really enjoyed it. It really is a must do.

Kyle H.Kyle Hayward: If there is a Q Brothers production playing, GO TO IT. You will not be disappointed.

Jacob Y.Jacob Young: Julius Caesar runs until March 24th! Grab a ticket for political drama, assasinations and a war that shaped the course of human history!

House of Blues is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

3. House of Blues

8.9
329 N Dearborn St (btwn Kinzie St & Wacker Dr), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · Near North Side · 197 tips and reviews

Joe H.Joe Hendrickson: Try the jambalaya! It's delicious and comes in two different portions.

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Track down the sound that evolved from the Blues at the House of Blues' Gospel Brunch on Sundays, complimented by a Southern-inspired buffet and blues memorabilia on the walls. Read more.

VH1VH1: Bet you didn’t know - HOB Chicago has mud from the Mississippi Delta buried under the Music Hall stage as a reminder of the blues roots of all the music gracing the stage. – Team Live Nation

Winter's Jazz Club is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

4. Winter's Jazz Club

8.9
465 N. McClurg Court (promenade) (Illinois Street), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · Streeterville · 1 tip

Augie R.Augie Ray: Great jazz music in a comfortable setting.

Blue Chicago is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

5. Blue Chicago

8.8
536 N Clark St (Bt W Grand Av & Ohio St.), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · River North · 56 tips and reviews

Ethan S.Ethan Schaeffer: I have such affection for this place. I've been coming here, when I'm in town, for over 20 years. Every time, the music's good. Pick a shirt on your way out. They're beautiful.

Charles E.Charles Edge: Classic blues joint. Check out Charlie Love if you get the joint. Classic place!

Explore ChicagoExplore Chicago: Chicago Blues woman Grana' Lousie sings soulfully at this club -- you can tell how deeply she feels the meaning of the music by watching the expression on her face as she sings.

Second City Training Center is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

6. Second City Training Center

8.6
1608 N Wells St (at North Ave), Chicago, IL
Theater · Old Town Triangle · 13 tips and reviews

Annie K.Annie K: Their introductory program is worth every penny. Such brilliant teachers.

Elke S.Elke S: Yes. And...

Zach W.Zach West: Have you ever stayed for a show after class? Tuesday's faculty show is awesome!

Lookingglass Theatre Company is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

7. Lookingglass Theatre Company

8.6
821 N Michigan Ave (at Pearson), Chicago, IL
Theater · Streeterville · 17 tips and reviews

lowercase o.lowercase o: A very unique play. Bring your imagination with you & any seat is a good seat in the house.

Shannon B.Shannon B.: Best theatre in town for new works! Inventive, innovative & imaginative

NikAroundChiNikAroundChi: Awesome, creative, interesting productions full of talented people. I love Lookingglass.

Andy's Jazz Club is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

8. Andy's Jazz Club

8.6
11 E Hubbard St (State and Hubbard), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · Near North Side · 90 tips and reviews

Linda D.Linda D: The food is great. Pizzas ate wonderful. Also, sliders, caprese salad, scallop app,burgers. Nice selection of wines by the glass.

semra a.semra akin: Good music :)

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: It’s a comfortable, intimate space; on top of the music, this River North restaurant boasts a respectable menu that tempts jazzheads to make an evening of it. Read more.

Untitled Supper Club is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

9. Untitled Supper Club

8.5
111 W Kinzie St (btwn N LaSalle St & N Clark St), Chicago, IL
Restaurant · River North · 141 tips and reviews

Corbin B.Corbin Blankenstein: Chicken is amazing....Squash, Pork belly, short rib/scallops, and duck are all very tasty as well

EaterEater: This 1920s-era speakeasy offers a swank lounge, private cabanas, live entertainment space and an enormous whiskey library with over 300 choices.

Christopher M.Christopher Marty: If you don't already know it, the largest collection of American whiskey on the planet in the truly gorgeous Whiskey Library. Now over 250 different bottles. This is why you live in Chicago.

Second City Works is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

10. Second City Works

8.1
1616 N Wells St (at W North Ave), Chicago, IL
Theater · Old Town Triangle · 9 tips and reviews

Angelica D.Angelica Dongallo: Arrive at least 30 mins early, and request a table!

Katie Jo K.Katie Jo Kohls: Udderball was HILARIOUS!!

Miles D.Miles Dabic: Now UP Comedy Club is in same location...

Havana Grill & Mojito Bar is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

11. Havana Grill & Mojito Bar

7.7
412 N Clark St (between W Hubbard St & W Kinzie St), Chicago, IL
Cuban Restaurant · River North · 63 tips and reviews

BigTab R.BigTab R.N.: Cool vibe (even for lunch). Can't go wrong with black bean soup or guacamole

Cathi O.Cathi Odtohan: try the pillowy empanadas! Delish!

Crain's Chicago BusinessCrain's Chicago Business: The ceviche mixto is especially enticing for summer meals, with its citrusy mix of marinated blue marlin, sea scallops and calamari, topped with avocado and lime. Read more.

JBTV is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

12. JBTV

7.7
318 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
Rock Club · River North · 7 tips and reviews

Kate B.Kate Battle: A Chicago gem! Was a treat to visit!

Sara S.Sara S: It's SRO, so be sure you wear comfy shoes. Free SmartWater and Vitamin Water in the fridge, just don't take anything labelled for the band.

ManbqueManbque: Helping up and coming bands out for years!

Miller Lite Beer Garden is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

13. Miller Lite Beer Garden

7.6
700 E Grand Ave (at Streeter Dr), Chicago, IL
Beer Garden · Streeterville · 33 tips and reviews

Kristeena S.Kristeena Sarver: Great place to grab a drink by the water with live music to enjoy

Connor G.Connor Gaughan: Grab a beer from further down the pier near the entrance and save up to $3

ᴡ B.ᴡ Briggs: Enjoy good beer with good friends!

Primary Nightclub is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

14. Primary Nightclub

7.5
5 W Division St (at State St.), Chicago, IL
Night Club · Near North Side · 21 tips and reviews

Ashley S.Ashley Sheeran: Underground in Gold Coast amongst a row of pubs and sports bars. Talent varies from new to the scene to veterans and underground stars. Get there by 11pm if you don't know the promoter.

Rosie MaeRosie Mae: Finally a club in this area that actually plays good music!

Tia J.Tia J.: A wonderful non- judgmental ambiance with great house muzik. Dance like no one is watching... Bc they are not!

Bub City is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Near North Side, Chicago.

15. Bub City

7.3
435 N Clark St (btwn Illinois & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Near North Side · 137 tips and reviews

Rishad T.Rishad Tobaccowala: The hamburger is terrific. Shareably big. The smoke of the day drink which is always a surprise is a great cocktail.

K8T L.K8T Lindgren: This is a rude ass awakening walking into The Ladies'. Hella funny, though!

Dana D.Dana Danielle: Thursday night they have live music! Make sure to get there early. The fried pickles are a great app, but everything on the menu is delicious!