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Howl at the Moon

Chicago, IL

"Not your Average Piano Bar"

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About Howl at the Moon

Enjoy a night at Howl at the Moon — the high-energy live music piano bar. Perfect for parties, events and all types of celebrations!

Live Music • Dueling Pianos • Request • Sing Along • Cocktails • Parties • Reservations

What to Expect

At Howl at the Moon, you're not just watching a show – you're part of it. These talented musicians in Chicago feed off the crowd's energy, creating a one-of-a-kind experience every single night. The magic happens when you write your song request on a napkin, attach a tip, and send it to the stage. The bigger the tip, the faster you'll hear your favorite tune. Don't be shy about singing along – that's what this place is all about! Watch two pianists face off in a friendly musical battle, challenging each other with everything from classic rock to current hits. The competition keeps the energy high and the music unpredictable. The full bar serves up craft cocktails and cold drinks to keep the party going. Whether you prefer a signature cocktail or a cold beer, you'll find something to toast the night.

Plan Your Visit

Ready to experience Howl at the Moon? Reservations are recommended, especially for Friday and Saturday nights when the venue fills up fast. Check their website to book your table in advance. Howl at the Moon is a fantastic venue for special occasions. Contact them about private event packages – they know how to make celebrations unforgettable. Bring cash for song requests! Tipping the pianists is how you get your songs played, and it's part of the fun. Don't be afraid to get creative with your requests – these musicians know thousands of songs.

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Venue Details

Google
4.4 ★★★★☆
1,823 reviews on Google
Tom B. ★★★★★

The Chicago location never disappoints! Been here multiple times and the energy is always electric. Love the River North location.

1 week ago
Lisa G. ★★★★☆

Fun spot for a night out. The musicians are talented and the crowd is always into it. Can get packed on weekends.

3 weeks ago
Ryan M. ★★★★★

Best piano bar in Chicago hands down. We requested Journey and they absolutely crushed it. Everyone was singing along!

1 month ago
Kathy D. ★★★★☆

Great for groups and celebrations. We had a birthday party here and the staff made it memorable.

2 months ago
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Yelp
4 ★★★★☆
1,156 reviews on Yelp
Jessica H. ★★★★★

So much fun! The performers interact with the crowd and keep the party going all night. Perfect for bachelorette parties.

2 weeks ago
Mark T. ★★★★☆

Classic Howl experience. Good drinks, great music, energetic crowd. Arrived around 9pm and got a good spot.

1 month ago
Stephanie R. ★★★★☆

Fun atmosphere but it gets really crowded. Make sure to bring cash for song requests - it's worth it!

1 month ago
Dan K. ★★★★★

Birthday celebration was a blast! They pulled my friend on stage and the whole place sang Happy Birthday.

2 months ago
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