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Buddy Guy's Legends
Music Venue, Night Club, and Cajun and Creole Restaurant
South Loop, Chicago
The blues music at Buddy Guy's Legends is a can't miss
"Owned by blues legend Buddy Guy"(15 Tips)
"You have to experience Blues @Legends."(5 Tips)
"Jumbo Gumbo is delicious!"(9 Tips)
"Chicago's downtown spot of live blues every single night."(3 Tips)
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Selinalynn MaederJune 3, 2013It was standing room only! Not bad though, the vibe, music and food were wonderful!
Nation's Restaurant NewsMay 2, 2012One of the top Chicago dining picks to visit during the 2012 NRA Show from the Nation's Restaurant News editorial team! Read more
Colleen RyanApril 23, 2012Free entertainment if you get there earlier enough, expanded menu and drinks that don't mess around.
Joseph B.April 28, 2015It's ok if you get a seat, but annoying if you have to stand. Doesn't matter if you buy tickets months in advance.
jiresellOctober 13, 2015Haven't listened to music here, but have hung out in the upstairs bar and had fun.
Corbin BlankensteinJune 26, 2012Buddy Guy plays the entire month of January...and surprisingly great beer specials
Manique MasonFebruary 16, 2018Hearing down home soul touching stories being told thru guitar and vocal.
Travel ChannelDecember 7, 2010If you are in the mood for blues music, you can’t miss a visit here! – Samantha Brown Read more
Ben BlakesleyMay 10, 2011Sure, great music, but also generous portions of down home food. Excellent!- Chicago's downtown spot of live blues every single night.
- Wolfgang UJune 17, 2014Great music, friendly staff, the food however is nothing to write home about.
Jake SmithDecember 6, 2012Wednesday night is college night; no cover with a college ID (21+), $2.00 Coors Light Drafts.
Roosevelt CollectionNovember 9, 2011Find Buddy Guy himself and go start a conversation. He's a great guy to chat with.
Tera SimonApril 19, 2010Try the crawfish tails, order a Bell's to drink and sit back and relax to some amazing Blues.
Edgar SarmientoFebruary 24, 2010grungy and totally low-key with great music and drinks that won't hurt your wallet.
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Visit Buddy Guy's Legends to experience the finest blues seven nights a week, enjoy southern Cajun soul food, and behold a major archive of blues.
Open until 2:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Tue
- 5:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Wed–Fri
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- Noon–3:00 AM
- Sun
- Noon–2:00 AM
(312) 427-1190
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