The three stars are for the HH, vibes, and chicken tinga tacos. Other than that, I don't really get…read morethe hype and I've been here several times. The happy hour prices are decent, but I just really don't like the drinks. I feel like the options are limited and just not that good tbh. Reservations are encouraged, but you can also chill at the bar if there's room. This is a spot I'd go to after the main event, not one that I'd specifically leave my house for. Everyone else in my group always seems to enjoy, so maybe it's just me!

My friend and I decided to grab quick drinks and a snack at ghost donkey. After multiple failed…read moreattempts in the past, we finally reached at the time and day when there was no wait. Overall, the ambience was dive bar ish but very Mexican. They even have a big donkey structure at the entrance. The server was quick to come and take our order. We got some cups and guac, mushroom margarita cocktail and the highland picnic cocktail. The cocktails were great and chips were under slayed but the guac made up for it. Overall, the place wasn't expensive. I will def be back when there is no wait :p

Friendly and lively dive bar (4/5 Green Stars) Waiting for…read moretake-out from nearby Lou Malnati's, we wandered into Rossi's for a quick drink. It's a reasonably-priced busy dive bar in the heart of Chicago. I asked the bartender if she had a beer + shot deal and she said "no, but you can order a beer and shot." And so we did! Noise level is fairly high, thanks to a lively crowd plus a jukebox. They don't normally serve food but I think are fine with customers bringing in your own food, and you can also place an order from a nearby restaurant (I don't recall which one). And yes, it's cash only so bring some money if you don't want to pay ATM fees! 4 out of 5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact. I like bars that allow customers to bring (or order) their own food - it allows for all diets! The one thing I'd like to see is more beer on tap - even just one good rotating local beer (e.g., Goose Island). Draft beer has smaller environmental footprints compared to bottled or canned.

Recently stopped by Rossi's Liquors and this place is the definition of a dive bar, in the most…read moreauthentic way possible. After a quick ID check at the door, the bouncer let us know it's cash only (thankfully we came prepared). From the moment we walked in, dim lighting, loud music, and shoulder-to-shoulder crowds gave the vibe of a full-on frat party, but not in a bad way. It's chaotic, energetic, and unapologetically no-frills. There's even a self-serve cooler with drink prices clearly listed underneath. I grabbed a Sapporo Premium, brought it to the counter, and our friendly bartender broke our change and offered a chilled glass to pour it into. Simple and efficient. That said, it was loud, so loud that even whispering-distance conversations were a struggle. The space is small, seating is limited, and since we couldn't snag a spot, we ended up leaving shortly after finishing our drinks. This feels like a better weekday hang than a packed weekend night. Still, if you're looking for a classic, gritty, no-frills dive experience, Rossi's delivers exactly that.

This was my husband and I favorite spot while visiting Chicago!…read more Arrived on a Monday, June 1st, around 5:30. Its walk in only. The security/ host said it would be about 45 minute wait, went to a near by bar and table was ready within 20 minutes. Food: Wagu beef dip sandwich was AMAZING! Tender meat and bread was moist after the dip. Cheese curds were the best I've had. Must try! Cocktails were really good. Ambiance: 30s/40's vibe, darker inside cool atmosphere. Service: great!

This place is always busy, and NOT for nothing! Their happy hour cocktail is a fantastic value, no…read morematter what it is on any given day. The decor is a great mix of retro cocktail lounge and modern watering hole. Don't miss the authentic vintage Saturday Night Live cue cards as wall decor! The food and service is great and they even have a little sidewalk patio. If you haven't checked it out yet, you must!

It was so cold at the Bears game that we decided to find somewhere inside to watch it and Barstool…read morewas a great choice for that. I like it when bars play the game sound instead of music when the game is on. The mozzarella sticks were awesome too.

This place, without a doubt, has the GOAT Buffalo Chicken Dip--it is the best I have ever tasted…read moreand is a mandatory order. The bar delivers on every front: they offer great drinks and generous pours, the atmosphere is fantastic with engaging live music, and the entire staff is incredibly friendly and attentive. If you're looking for the perfect place for a game day or just a great night out, this is it!

Loved this place. Came in for dinner and the staff was very friendly. Music wasn't too loud and…read moreeverything we tried was great. I had very strict dietary restrictions and the waiter helped me navigate the menu and provided options within my diet. AMAZING EXPERIENCE. We will 10000000% be back to try the full menu as soon as I am able to! Definitely recommend for a date night or any time. 10/10

Our family ate dinner here in April and were very impressed with the quality of the food and the…read moreservice. We had the empanadas to start and then the short ribs, a burger, halibut, and lamb birria pierogies. Everything was delicious, beautifully spiced and elegantly presented. Honestly, the ambiance was a bit loud for us, but our server was extremely helpful and moved us away from a table with one incredibly boisterous fellow. They did so discreetly and quickly and our experience was much improved as a result. The restaurant itself is lovely, with beautiful decor and lighting.

Theres no lack of words, but, for what can manifest, it's incredible! Take a friend, take a date,…read moreenjoy the journey. I will say that drinks are heavily dependent on the person and their mood, but Matt is A+. I said "Take me on a journey" and he walked me through clarified toasted coconut, spirit-forward rum quality, to a crunchy shaved melon masterpiece. I'm terrified to come back and not experience the same thing. Great work!

We come here every year for the restaurant show and each time the cocktail are new and exciting…read more The bartender even remembered us from last year. !! We had a great time sitting at the bar. Tried 3 cocktails and the bartender was gracious enough to let me sample a new rum he loved. The clarified cocktails are delish and a def labor of love. The Saturn frappe was so good and their selection is unmatched. It's a great place to have a tropical cocktail and enjoy.

This bar is perfectly located on the lobby floor of the Springhill Suites…read more It doesn't have a lot of food options but what it does offer, is pretty good. We started with a regular and a Strawberry Mint Mule. We also ordered the Chicken Quesadillas. Nice portion, shared by 2. Perfect last stop of the day before heading to our room. The bartenders are Avery polite and attentive. It's a cozy setting with enough sitting space.

I visited Holloway's Bar for happy hour while staying at the Springhill Suites Downtown Chicago. I…read moreopted to sit at the bar. It wasn't packed, which was great, since I was decompressing from work. The happy hour menu a variety of drinks and small bites. I opted for the Love potion for drinks. It was very whimsical, yet good. I was craving something sweet, so I decided to go with the salted caramel brownie. It sounded wayyy better than it actually tasted. The brownie was hard and difficult to bite into. It was really warm, so the ice cream didn't really melt. It was pretty underwhelming. Thankfully the drinks made up for that. The service was decent and the ambiance was nice. I'd recommend this for a drink for sure!

Overall: The novelty of Bunny Slope is amazing, but after it wears off the realizations kick in…read more The good: Really fun and neat concept, especially in the heart of downtown. Sometimes, nothing beats a few (or many) drinks in a hottub. They even provide a nifty shower for cleaning up afterwards. The decor is pretty neat as well. The not-so-good: The space isn't huge, wouldn't comfortably fit more than 10-12 people. They don't have normal drinks here, the beers I tried were disgusting, so I just stuck to good ol' scotch. That said, the other cocktails sounded interesting (they were all mostly fruity). The hottub was way too hot, none of us could stay in it very long. You have to go outside of the room to change, possibly running into other hotel guests or whatever is above grounds.

Really nice places for a group outing. The room was perfect size to move around, drink and dance…read more It was 12 of us in the room. I like that we had our own personal bartender. Drinks were very reasonable price. Tequila and cranberry was 8, 12 for a double. The jacuzzi was perfect temperature. Everything seemed sanitary and clean. I really like that they provide FREE lockers to hold our things in. They also provided a speaker so we could play our own music. Free towels but I'd bring your own sandals. I don't think they serve food. It was in the basement of a hotel but I'd definitely recommend to go.