Sound Bar

Category: Night club in Chicago, Illinois

Address: 226 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Phone: +13127874480

Opening hours

Sunday: 10PM–4AM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: Closed

Friday: 10PM–4AM

Saturday: 10PM–5AM

Reviews

Kayla Liefeld

Jul 11, 2022

My experience at sound bar was very average. As we approached the door the bouncer aggressively shouted “$30 cash for cover. If you don’t have cash, don’t even get in line”. With that initial encounter I was turned off to even enter the facility. I am aware that this is a cool spot in downtown Chicago so I was disappointed with my experience. I hope that other guest have a better experience than I did.

Ryan Crossley

Jul 3, 2022

Be careful buying drinks here. Sound Bar charges "premium" for well drinks when they cash you out. They won't give you a receipt and charge way too much for what they are giving you. I never receive premium liquor but was charged for it 3 different times, and they wouldn't let me talk to anyone about it or ask about it. They don't give you anything to tip because they include it in your total.

Benjamin Abud

Jul 2, 2022

Door staff is extremely unhelpful. No respect from any other people attending - constantly getting ran into and pushed around no matter where you’re standing. Sound from the two different floors heavily overlap and make it difficult to enjoy the floor you’re on. Water is crazy expensive, and weak drinks where you’re still paying $20+. Horrible overall vibe, will not be back.

Michael Mills

Jul 2, 2022

Avoid this place at all costs. We were in the crowd for hours just dancing and enjoying ourselves, when three girls (who did not look 21 btw) shoved past us and spilled their drinks all over us. For some reason, they thought that was funny, and were pointing and laughing and mocking us. We didn’t wanna deal with them so we just kept trying to separate ourselves. They kept following us through the crowd and shoving into us while dancing. Eventually we told them to leave us alone and back tf up. They didn’t like that very much, so they started throwing drinks on us, getting physical, and then yelling saying we were assaulting them. Even the people around us were telling them to chill out, and random dudes were pushing them away. One girl just kept yelling how they knew the owners, and would have us kicked out. She said she was calling her dad and walked off. Sure enough, a few minutes later like 6 security guards came to kick us out. Despite us and everyone who witnessed it trying to tell them we were the ones being harassed, they didn’t care and basically threw us out. This was after spending $74 on four drinks. This place is a joke.

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Questions & Answers

What's the dress code

Jennifer Goodman | Feb 18, 2018
Joseph Bonomo | Feb 19, 2018

Dress nice but doesn't need to be elegant

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How do I look into getting VIP?

crystal Vorabout | Feb 18, 2019
T P | Feb 19, 2019

You look good.

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Can you wear air force ones

Cortez Howard | Feb 18, 2019
Walter Hieber | Feb 19, 2019

No

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Do they allow 18+ in?

Meagan Caudill | Feb 18, 2019
ajay joglekar | Feb 19, 2019

Yes

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Do you have to pay to get in??

Amber Frangella | Feb 18, 2019
ajay joglekar | Feb 19, 2019

I think every Friday and Saturday nights..you can RSVP For free entry .. But you have to go in before 11 PM You can check for more details on website

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Do you need a state id to get in?

Miguel Gonzalez | Feb 18, 2018
Omar Alvarado | Feb 19, 2018

You need a legal form of ID with a DoB

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Is it 18 and up?

Hairy Beast | Feb 18, 2018
Francisco Rios | Feb 19, 2018

21 and over only

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Can u wear gymshoes

Rita Walls | Feb 18, 2018
Daniil Rozhkov | Feb 19, 2018

No

Is this club 18 and up?

Bailey Cork | Feb 18, 2019
Shadow Da Ghost38 | Feb 19, 2019

No 21 and up

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As a women, can you wear tennis's, or do they turn you down for that too??

Stephanie | Feb 18, 2019
Bernard Howard | Feb 19, 2019

I'm every woman has people believing the gals can vet away with ANYTHING😏.

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How much to get in

Araminta Alexander | Feb 18, 2019
David Nonato | Feb 19, 2019

Usually $20 unless you can get on the guest list through signing up via their website or before a certain time either 10pm or 11 i can't remember

Can u get i with gym shoes

kaos osiris | Feb 18, 2019
Eddie Cheaz | Feb 19, 2019

If they look trendy and clean, I think you could. If they look dirty and beat up, you might have trouble.

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Can you be 20 yrs old ?

Reyna Munoz | Feb 18, 2019
Priyankar Patra | Feb 19, 2019

Of course, you can 20 years old. You just can't enter the bar when you're 20....

Does the DJ spin house music??

Gin B | Feb 18, 2018
AdDiCt Zorz | Feb 19, 2018

Depends on the night.. typically there's house music on at least one decks but I'd recommend checking their website first.. some of the Fridays this year when they've had DnB, it's been only DnB upstairs

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How much they charge

James Finkley | Feb 18, 2018
kenny wong | Feb 19, 2018

Prices vary due to whos the DJ is for that night usually about $20 and if you know people you might just get in for free.

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What type of music is played here

Ashley Hazley | Feb 18, 2018
AdDiCt Zorz | Feb 19, 2018

Depends on the night. Usually more poppy electro.. but sometimes chicago house or drum and bass.

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Do they have a up stairs and downstairs?

Ryan N | Feb 18, 2019
Priyankar Patra | Feb 19, 2019

They have stairs. You can go up and down using the same stairs.

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Is there a cover charge at the door?

c. s. | Feb 18, 2018
Daniil Rozhkov | Feb 19, 2018

Usually $20 after 11:30, unless popular DJ is playing then it can be more.

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What is the door charge?

Curtis Taylor | Feb 18, 2018
Daniil Rozhkov | Feb 19, 2018

Usually $20, sometimes more if mainstream DJ is playing.

Will you still be open this weekend (for Giuseppe Ottaviani)?

Austin Garcia | Feb 17, 2021
Ricky Bramba | Feb 18, 2021

Most likely no

How much is the cover?

I85 Chunkymonkeys | Feb 17, 2021
Ricky Bramba | Feb 18, 2021

Typically $10-20 unless it is a ticketed event.

Is electronic id for 21 allowed? Or should it be a hard copy as a proof?

Shakshi Patel | Feb 18, 2020
Reid Burgess | Feb 19, 2020

Hard copy only.

Do they charge Friday nights?

Monica Arellano | Feb 18, 2020
Nikki Stevenson | Feb 19, 2020

usually yes

What’s the age now to enter?

Veronica Muniz | Feb 18, 2020
chris blaesing | Feb 19, 2020

Soundbar is 21 and up. Hence the name of the place has the word Bar in it. All of the clubs in that entire area of the city, are all 21 and up places.

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Dress code on shoes?

Daniel Rodriguez | Feb 18, 2020
Nick Wong | Feb 19, 2020

No gym shoes

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Can you wear dress shorts ?

Edgar Barrundia | Feb 18, 2020
Satyabrat | Feb 19, 2020

Yeah you can

Do you have to be 21 to get in or just for the bar?

Deja Marie | Feb 18, 2020
Nick Wong | Feb 19, 2020

You got to be 21, if you're under you cant get in and if you're over you still can't get in

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How old do you have to be to enter?

Divine Carlisle | Feb 18, 2020
Shadow Da Ghost38 | Feb 19, 2020

21 years old

What kind of music do they play on Thursday nights?

davidzly | Feb 18, 2020
John Seb | Feb 19, 2020

Jazz

Is SoundBar only 21+ today because of DUBHUB event?

Hailey Burlando | Feb 18, 2020
John Seb | Feb 19, 2020

Yea but girls always get in. *Wink wink*

How old do you have to be? And how much is it

Used Method | Feb 18, 2020
John Seb | Feb 19, 2020

21 its free but if you have a certain look, the security will charge you 20.

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Do they play reggeaton on Saturday’s?

Felipe Tornez | Feb 18, 2020
John Seb | Feb 19, 2020

Sometimes

Do you have to have a ticket to enter or can you pay at the door......

Jovonie Jackson | Feb 18, 2020
chris blaesing | Feb 19, 2020

Pay at the door unless you established VIP prior to arrival.

How much is entrance fee for a Saturday night around 11:30pm?

Hailey Burlando | Feb 18, 2020
Berkin Ozisikyilmaz | Feb 19, 2020

Search for promoter info. They will get ladies free or reduced

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Will they accept horizontal ID as long as I’m 21?

Katie L | Feb 18, 2020
Nikki Stevenson | Feb 19, 2020

if it's not expired. than yes

Hotels close by?

Pyro Parrish | Feb 18, 2020
Nick Wong | Feb 19, 2020

There are tons to choose from depending on your budget

What was the name of the recent murder victim?

Bryan Fabbri | Feb 18, 2020
Nikki Stevenson | Feb 19, 2020

go on google for that. not Google maps. come on now

Is this club open on wednesdays if so what time do they close

Rita Magana | Feb 18, 2020
Shadow Da Ghost38 | Feb 19, 2020

It open Thursday thru Saturday

Are they open wednesdays if so what time do the close

Rita Magana | Feb 18, 2020
chris blaesing | Feb 19, 2020

Yes they are open most wednesdays. Just not the whole club is operating. They usually don't close till 2:30 to 3am. Otherwise they have a 4 am liquor license.

What kind of music is usually played on Saturday nights?

Jonnae Armstrong | Feb 18, 2019
David Nonato | Feb 19, 2019

Sign up for their newsletter someone they bring in good DJs and free entrances or drinks

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What is the cover charge?

Marsha Soto | Feb 18, 2019
Shadow Da Ghost38 | Feb 19, 2019

20 bucks

How much to get in on Saturday

Edward Seals | Feb 18, 2019
Faramarz فرامرز Akbari | Feb 19, 2019

Hello, good morning 😂😍👏 About 20 meters

Is this club 18 and older?

Jesus Trevizo | Feb 18, 2019
David Nonato | Feb 19, 2019

21 and over

What’s the dress code for New Years eve

Brittany Bahar | Feb 18, 2019
Faramarz فرامرز Akbari | Feb 19, 2019

No, no code required

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What's the age to get in

jace bales | Feb 18, 2019
jace bales | Feb 19, 2019

I'm 27 but a few of my friends are 20 so were trying to find a place to celebrate new years eve a 18+ place any suggestions

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Is there a cover charge for Sat, Dec 15? Bringing my bachlorette party ..

Judy Pettas | Feb 18, 2019
Pinny Smith | Feb 19, 2019

Get on the guest list.

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Hello, I am turning 21 on this 23 nov so i am planning to go to bar on 23 evening so can i get entery on that day to this club .?

Manav Patel | Feb 18, 2019
Evan “DJ Nave E” Wade | Feb 19, 2019

as long as you have either a driver's license state ID or passport that is not expired and shows that you are actually 21 upon entry you should be able to get in

What sort of music is played on Saturday nights?

Dana Crawford | Feb 18, 2019
Kyle Kawczynski | Feb 19, 2019

they have three different rooms with different music. Usually it will be EDM upstairs and hip hop downstairs but it also depends on the DJ that week

How much is cover

Danielle Joseph | Feb 18, 2019
Kyle Kawczynski | Feb 19, 2019

if you RSVP on their website and get there before 11 it's usually no cover for you and a guest

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Whats the parking situation here? On site parking ?

Alex Cadenas | Feb 18, 2019
David Nonato | Feb 19, 2019

Where ever you can find, off-street parking or there are a few parking lots near there

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Shoe that u cant wear ?

Elijah Padua | Feb 18, 2019
Sakthi Kandasami (Sakz) | Feb 19, 2019

Running shoes

Im looking for a club for me and my friend. we are both 18 and its Friday night, would this be a good place?

Renee Esposito | Feb 18, 2019
T P | Feb 19, 2019

Try Fireside Bowl, on Fullerton.

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Is there a hip hop night ?

raisha lewis | Feb 18, 2019
T P | Feb 19, 2019

No.

Does the DJ play hip hop and R&B? I am looking to go on Saturday.

S. Marie | Feb 18, 2019
Robby L | Feb 19, 2019

Yes what I can remember is techno on the first floor R&B stuff in the basement and then other techno rooms

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Is this 18+ Nightclub

Rick Nick | Feb 18, 2019
Nitin Yadav | Feb 19, 2019

Yes

Whats The Age Limit?

Flameses Smith | Feb 18, 2019
Armani Lepe | Feb 19, 2019

There is no age limit, however they have a minimum age of 21.

Can you wear jeans?

Ben Goldman | Feb 18, 2019
David Nonato | Feb 19, 2019

If you're hip and walk past the bouncers the they'll let you skip the line!

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Are there tables at the club? Or a place to sit?

Alex DelReal | Feb 18, 2019
Eddie Cheaz | Feb 19, 2019

VIP has tables and seating. The red bar section in the back has a wrap around bench.

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I've been there once but I don't remember, are there tables there u can grab or just reserve?

Alex DelReal | Feb 18, 2019
Sakthi Kandasami (Sakz) | Feb 19, 2019

There are some areas where you could grab seats and you do have options to make table reservations.

Is it 18 and up or 21

Ellia Larrea | Feb 18, 2019
Benjamin White | Feb 19, 2019

21 only

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How old do I have to be? I’m 20 and its hard for me to have fun with my older friends

Jahzeel Salaises | Feb 18, 2019
Evan “DJ Nave E” Wade | Feb 19, 2019

Change your definition of fun and turn 21. You aren't missing anything. Jay z said it best...what's better than throwing up money in a club? Good credit.

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is it 21 and over?

Debbie Pabon | Feb 18, 2019
David Collins | Feb 19, 2019

Yes

How much to get in on Saturdays?

Amadou Balde | Feb 18, 2019
Saundria Garswah | Feb 19, 2019

Eventbrite have free party’s even sound bar password

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What kind of music do they play ?

Chastene Rogers | Feb 18, 2019
Jose Angel Perez | Feb 19, 2019

Hip hop rap edm deep house techno trance depends on DJ lineup and artists performing. Downstairs mainly hip hop rap upstairs everything else.

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Are bags allowed inside?My gf & I are flying in just for the show & then back out (no hotel). We were wanting to bring a simple draw string bag. Also, she has a nice pair of Adidas, but we keep seeing replies saying no gym shoes.Are those a no? Thx!

Alejandro Vega | Feb 18, 2019
Sakthi Kandasami (Sakz) | Feb 19, 2019

Not sure about the bag situation but usually they dont allow gym shoes. Should be well dressed.

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What is your age limit?

Mommy & Aimé | Feb 18, 2019
T P | Feb 19, 2019

21 to 52

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Are Tuesday nights dead?

Ibrahem Ruman | Feb 18, 2019
Priyankar Patra | Feb 19, 2019

Tuesday nights are dead. They are reborn Wednesday mornings.

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What’s that age to get in

Victor Rodriguez | Feb 18, 2019
Sakthi Kandasami (Sakz) | Feb 19, 2019

It's 21+

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I see green velvet is playing on the 21st, is that in one room and other types of music in the others..like rap/hip hop?

Tika Robinson | Feb 18, 2019
Walter Hieber | Feb 19, 2019

Main floor is usually electronic, and main act. Basement is usually rap, hip hop.

What is the music scene like on a Saturday night?

Tika Robinson | Feb 18, 2019
ajay joglekar | Feb 19, 2019

Check website for more details

Dress code can you where jeans and white gym shoes

Shaqq Nickelson | Feb 18, 2019
Sakthi Kandasami (Sakz) | Feb 19, 2019

A definite no! This place is very strict about dress code. You may get off with dress jeans but shoes cannot be gym shoes.

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They see the skin color, not the dress !! Which is awful and sickening

Meher Manoj | Feb 18, 2019
Liz Z | Feb 19, 2019

Damn near all clubs do honey.

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Are Monday nights dead here?

Rey D | Feb 18, 2019
Eddie Cheaz | Feb 19, 2019

It depends on who's performing.

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Were heading there tonight..is the line long to get in?

LeagueOfLegendsBoi79 | Feb 18, 2019
Robby L | Feb 19, 2019

Saturday night usually pretty long line Friday not so bad the later you get there the longer the line the earlier the better between 9 and 11 pm best time ladies usually free to get in guys 20 bucks last I remember

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What are drink prices

Jean Braden | Feb 18, 2019
Rudresh Ranaswi | Feb 19, 2019

Little expensive, you get hard drinks in the range of 12-15

What music play on Saturday ?

China Right | Feb 18, 2019
JR Jackson | Feb 19, 2019

R&B Trap n Rap downstairs and upstairs Club Music. There are 3 different rooms of music

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What type of music do you guys play?

Cheyenne Sims | Feb 18, 2018
David Nonato | Feb 19, 2018

There are a few rooms, from electronic on the main floor to Latin and rap in the lower floor and other rooms

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How do u enter this club?? Where is the entrance

Passion Austin | Feb 18, 2018
David Nonato | Feb 19, 2018

The alley north of Ontario on Franklin on the east side of the street.

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Is it empty on Monday’s

K Bond-Jackson | Feb 18, 2018
Cynthia Valdez | Feb 19, 2018

Yea, dead.

So nice jeans and a nice blouse with heels is ok??

Hannah Marchand | Feb 18, 2018
Omar Alvarado | Feb 19, 2018

That is ok, I've seen plenty of people dressed like that.

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Are hats allowed?

Octavio Galarza | Feb 18, 2018
AdDiCt Zorz | Feb 19, 2018

Depends on the night... They enforce the dress code (no hats, collared shirts with no print, closed toe shoes, etc) on the more clubby nights but relax it for the non-clubby nights (like on DnB nights you can get in with a hat and hoodie). Also, if you prepurchase a ticket, you'll be more likely to get in even if you don't meet the dress code when they're enforcing it (and you can skip to the front on the line)

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What’s the age limit?

genita wade | Feb 18, 2018
Justin Goodson | Feb 19, 2018

Most events I have attended are 21+

How much for a decent section ??

Kelly Kuzur | Feb 18, 2018
JR Jackson | Feb 19, 2018

Bottles use to start at $250

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Do u have to be 18 to get in?

Ryan N | Feb 18, 2019
T P | Feb 19, 2019

Ryan, don't go here. Stay home and read some books.

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