The Forge - Joliet

Really neat music venue, there is more space than I expected actually. The bar is pretty accessible even when packed. My only complaint was the bathrooms. I bas... read more Really neat music venue, there is more space than I expected actually. The bar is pretty accessible even when packed. My only complaint was the bathrooms. I basically had to maneuver around the toilet cause the doors are so squished against them. There isn't much room. It does make getting in and out fast a priority though ? we had some food and it was really good, not bad priced. The acoustics were awesome and the place really rocks with the music. There is a parking garage a block up that isn't awfully priced. Otherwise the parking is a little rough. Overall this was a really neat venue. One of the better small ones I've been too!

Great venue! I've been going to shows here since 2012 and they never disappoint. Staff is kind and the overall environment is positive. read more Great venue! I've been going to shows here since 2012 and they never disappoint. Staff is kind and the overall environment is positive.

Came here for a show. Parking is tricky but free after 9pm. Drinks are incredibly strong. I got a Long Island and the bartender left almost no room for the Coke... read more Came here for a show. Parking is tricky but free after 9pm. Drinks are incredibly strong. I got a Long Island and the bartender left almost no room for the Coke so I got a lot of alcohol in that but I also paid around 10 dollars for it. It is pretty small place so it gets crowded pretty fast. Staff and security is super nice though. There are also balconies inside. The restrooms were very dirty and there was water everywhere.

This is a fantastic venue for catching a show. We opted for reserved seats upstairs in Section F, and it was well worth the extra cost. The sound quality was im... read more This is a fantastic venue for catching a show. We opted for reserved seats upstairs in Section F, and it was well worth the extra cost. The sound quality was impressive, and the sightlines were excellent. The seating consisted of stools, and there was a convenient place to set down drinks or food. The restrooms were clean and easily accessible. While the drink selection at the bar was somewhat limited, the wait times were short. Contrary to what some other reviews mentioned, the bar did accept credit cards. We’ll definitely be returning!

This is a fantastic venue for attending shows. The sound system is excellent, and the staff are very friendly. I really enjoy going to live performances here! read more This is a fantastic venue for attending shows. The sound system is excellent, and the staff are very friendly. I really enjoy going to live performances here!