We asked readers for their favorite Chicago music venue. Here’s what you told us, lightly edited for clarity:
“Lincoln Hall. No bad seats, always good sound and great bands. Bonus points for being within walking distance of my apartment.”
— Annie Sheeha
“Reggie’s. It’s small and intimate with a solid drink section.”
— Brad Leshyn
“Metro. Classic venue with top-notch staff and a wide variety of alternative musical acts. Anywhere in the audience makes you feel close to the stage. Every concert I’ve been to there has run very smoothly.”
— Nicholas Farrar
“Daley Center Plaza in the summer when there is the farmers market in concert with the music stage.”
— Terrence Camodeca
“They don’t book that many acts, but the Auditorium Theatre elevates any concert to another level.”
— Larry Synakiewicz
“Have some old favs, but Salt Shed has become the GOAT. Both inside and outside, it’s a perfect venue. Not crazy big, but big enough for some excellent acts.”
— Kevin Lyons
“The Old Town School of Folk Music. The people who work there love music and musicians. Every seat in the house has great sight lines and the acoustics are excellent. It’s a warm place with real history.”
— Lori Beth
“Chicago Theater, sound is great and view from everywhere.”
— Tracey Sunde
“The Jazz Showcase in Printers Row. It’s close to being the last stand in Chicago for straight ahead jazz.”
— Michael Vicari
