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Citysearch | A big-league blues club worthy of its guitar-wailin' owner's name.

Arguably Chicago's best-known blues club for years (it debuted in 1989), Legends' schedule benefits tremendously from the club's spacious layout and the drawing power of its dynamic boss man. Fascinating...
citysearch.com - expert review - 12/02/2004
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Wcities

wander off the main part of the loop, go south a little bit more, and enter a world a few blocks away in space, but light years in attitude. situated in a seedy part of town is buddy guy's legends, the best...
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Chicago Reader

this club is better known for its famous blues acts than its cajun/creole kitchen (headed by chef jason girard), but raters like the large portions and low prices. the food's not bad either; one rater...
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Had a Great Time

I was there this past summer and had a great time. It was jam night and We got to hear some really good local talant. I thought the Staff was pretty cool, just dont stand where the sign says not to! Someone I...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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Great time! Get there early!

I went to the show on Friday when Eric Sardinas was playing. I'd never heard of him and didn't realize he was so popular so when I got there at 9:00, there were no seats left. We were still able to see really...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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Not a good bar.

Staff is rude. Security threaten innocent customers. Bizarre, angry staff is one reason to steer clear of this bar.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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Avoid this hole in the wall. Rude!

I went to this bar to have a couple of drinks, and at the bar met someone and started chating with this guy about a particular subject because the band had quit for the night (12:30 am). While we were talking...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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Open Mike

Most Blues Clubs are small. This one keeps that small feel in a relatively large room. Drink prices were great, food was a great value. I've been there with large groups and just sitting at the bar for great...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2003
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More seating

I think that the pool tables,although entertaining, isn't why any one comes to Buddy's. This space can be used to seat more people or have a more accessable stage.(Better to see you with my dear) Besides this...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2003
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Gave My Lungs The Blues

Sunday 1/19/03, Buddy was there along with about 20 cigar smokers. No ventilation at all. My coat still stinks. Musically it was ok but not satisfying in that I really wanted to hear some blues after it was...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/24/2003
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Blues Heaven

I saw Buddy for 2 nights here on 1/9 and 1/10...stood in line in the cold for 4 hours to get front row/center table each night...completely worth it. For a true blues fan, Legends is absolute heaven on nights...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/14/2003
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Awesome

I expected something corporate, like the HOuse of blues; but htis is a true blues joint. Good food, great atmosphere, diverse crowd, and good service. Get there early if you do not want to stand.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/22/2002
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GREAT MUSIC

I had the pleasure of seeing Eric Sardines at Buddy Guy's Legends. He was very good. Plays like the man, Stevie Ray Vaughn. I sat at the bar and on the wall was Stevie Ray's guitar and a picture of him. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/25/2002
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Best I Ever Heard!

What a terrific blues bar. Great music all nite long, from the opening acts to the headliner, Jimmy Thackery, the place was rockin' to the very best blues music I have ever heard. And the food was excellent,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/20/2002
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Small venue

Small , but worth it if you want to hear some of the best local blues bands. I recommend getting there early. I met Buddy once and he was very nice and totally laid back.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/31/2002
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