This place was super fun! I love that you have to knock on the door that doesn't look like a door…read moreto get in. It's a tiny little space with a great speakeasy. Feel you feel like you're back in the 1920s hiding to drink alcohol. That's fun to me for some reason. The hourly shows were a lot shorter than I expected. Each one ran about eight minutes, but they were cute. It's nice and intimate when the shows aren't going, so a fun place to hang out. The eight dollar cover charge for the shows was fine. I really like that they warn you about it before you go in. The drinks were really good. They're twisted on an old-fashioned was tasty. A bunch of their signature drinks looked fun. I would definitely go back if I were local.

Such a neat spot, we added ourself to the queue since it's limited. I would suggest getting there…read moreearly so you don't have to wait. Food was tasty, and the overall environment was moody, and kinda spooky which is def my vibe.

Just wanted a place to stop in for drinks for an hour or so. It's setup like a speakeasy so there's…read morea cool way to enter the place. Great service! Great atmosphere. Good drinks. The only thing negative is they charged us a cover fee for entrance on a Friday during Happy Hour which we later discovered should have been free admission based on the advertisement on the bar's flat screens.

I came here on a late Saturday night after attending another event; this served as the groups…read morenightcap before we ended the night. I'm so glad that I happened upon this place because it's one of the best late night live music spots that you can come across. I'm not sure if there was an established band that was on stage beforehand, but while I was there, it seemed like there were a lot of local acts and just super talented folks who were there jamming on stage. I loved every minute of it. There's a small bar there which I could imagine could get easily packed and overrun during a busy night but overall the drinks were fine. They do have seating areas, low chairs like the speakeasy vibe to enjoy the entertainment, but they also have a lot of space to dance and stand if you need to. I'll be back for sure, but you should also check it out.

Such a fun vibe and a great crowd! I went in on a Sunday evening and it was decently packed. The…read morebar itself is dimly lit and moody. There's plenty of booth seating, as well as tall chairs at the bar. Once it was karaoke hour, I put myself on the list and started singing. Everybody is fun about it, whether the performer is conventionally a great singer or not, and I absolutely love it! There was even a group of 4+ girls who sang together on stage, and the energy was so infectious, it got the whole bar yelling the lyrics along with them. Would highly recommend!

Brando's was a good time. Drinks were solid. There's two main areas split by the bathrooms -- one…read morefocused on karaoke and the other for conversation (with bartenders available in both areas). When we arrived karaoke seemed pretty paired down but an hour or two in, it was lively with a long queue for singing.

Let me tell you, I bet been to a place that seemed too adult for you and you ARE an adult? This…read moreplace gave very chill and upscale vibes. The music played was perfect, and was giving old school vibes. The drinks had awesome names, I had a drink with blueberry in the name (I hate I cannot think of the name), but it was sooooo good. Our server was so nice and knowledgeable too. They have a great system in there. We also tried the lavender crème brûlée.....one word, YES! Looking for something nice and relaxing, but a vibe? Go here ASAP!

Wow! We stumbled upon The Meadowlark tonight on a whim and we are in love! What a cozy, chic, and…read moredelicious speakeasy! Coming on Wednesday, we were able to get seated at the bar right away. My guess is that on the weekend you might want to get a reservation. The concept of a Midwest Topography based menu was brilliant and engaging! I loved reading through the full book, there is such richness to the descriptions and Midwestern rootedness! You can also just skim through and find the drink that sounds the best to you if reading isn't your favorite (). My husband got the Cattails drink and I got the Water Lily. His was bursting with tropical juiciness and mine was complex with umami and floral flavors. We both loved our drinks and were sad we couldn't stay longer. We will definitely be back again in the future, and come with hungry tummies for some of the delicious sounding bar snacks! The space is intimate and warm. Great for intimate gatherings, not for big groups. Clean and tidy. Staff were friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and collaborative. We loved it and look forward to our next visit!

The Office is a nice speakeasy! I had wanted to get a floral drink at the restaurant upstairs…read morecalled "the Aviary" but they were actually totally full, whereas the speakeasy wasn't. I sat at the bar downstairs and can confirm the place has a classic speakeasy feel -- the the basement of a place behind a locked door, very dark inside with mood lighting/glass cases and leather chairs/couches around small low tables. It's definitely a great date spot! I took off a star because it's pricey -- I got the "milk punch" on their classic cocktail menu which was $25 and is pretty small, but it's a nice drink and tasted very much like a milk punch drink I got at a speakeasy back home (in Austin, TX). The bartenders were super nice and provided excellent service, no complaints there! The bathrooms were also immaculate. Overall, this is a very nice speakeasy! I've been to many in my day and the ambiance is definitely on par with the best, but I gotta say some other unique ingredients (ideally more floral options!) would really take their menu up a notch! Nevertheless, I would def rec a visit to those visiting Chicago, and would go again even just for vibes :)

This is a speak easy below the aviary. We sat at the bar and were the only ones there so got to…read morechat with the bar tenders. They were super nice. It's got a speak easy library vibe. Maybe seats like 20? The food was surprisingly great. They have a raviolo that is like $20 for one but it was the best thing I've ever put in my mouth. I wish I could have a whole plate of them. Drinks were also great.

This is a true speak easy experience! The door is within a mural, so if you're admiring the mural…read moreyou might miss the door handle! This is a prohibition bar - this means you're sure to find unique drinks you can't find elsewhere. The menu is set up from least to most adventurous! Pro tip! Ask your server about the bar and for recommendations. They know it best and you can't go wrong

If you're looking for an elegant and spacious cocktail bar, I highly recommend!! We were lucky and…read morewere able to score seats at the bar with no reservation pretty quickly, but I would definitely recommend a reservation for a table. Bartender was super friendly to chat, open to customizing based on preferences and we felt really comfortable. A gem in wicker!!

I am a lover of speakeasy's, but not all are created equal. Some are fun and interactive, while…read moreothers are just go up and sit down. The Gatsby was not one of those spots. They give you clues on how to get upstairs and into the room as well as a password, which was so fun! Our server was amazing and played the part of a 1920s speakeasy very well. She recommended drinks to us, which was highlighted by the Nora Old Fashioned that our server helped create. It was amazing!! We also had the truffle pizza and shrimp cocktail that were booth yummy. The ambiance, especially at night with all the candles on, was perfect. I'd highly recommend coming here if you like these types of places. Well done Gatsby!!

What a cool speakeasy! So mysterious, so demure, and yet so chill. They served up one of the best…read moremocktails I've ever had. While I can't remember the name, I do know it had ginger, honey, lemon and a nice kick to it as well. By the time my friend and I got there, the kitchen was closed but I can't wait to return again to try out their food. If there drinks were any indication, I'm sure their bites are just as delicious. I don't want to give anything away from the entrance experience but just know it's really, really cool.

One of my favorite spots for cocktails in Chicago! The drinks are NEXT LEVEL, the mixology is…read moreseriously insane. They also have live music, and it's always such a vibe. I've never not had a great time here. Shoutout to Guillermo because he's so good at his job and also so fun to talk to! Definitely one of my go-to cocktail spots.

I came here for my friend's birthday celebration last Thursday night. She had reserved a table for…read moreour group, which was very nice, but because it was in the back part of the restaurant, we couldn't see the live performer who was simply outstanding (Jenipher Jones). We had to go to the front to see her, even though you could hear her just fine from the table. My friend ordered a number of appetizers for the table. I only tried the beef skewer with pesto (good and tender) and the homemade chips and onion dip (very good). I also ordered a mocktail (OK in taste but full of ice so not at all worth the price - $17!). If you do not drink, just have water or a soda - their mocktails are the same price as cocktails, which is really not cool. Our server, Kristin, was very nice. She took our pictures and was just helpful overall throughout the night. The vibe and the look of the place was dim and moody - very cool place to bring a date, go alone, or be with friends. I would definitely return.

Came here for less than 10 minutes. Ordered a single drink that I took two sips of. I signed for…read more$20.91 for said ONE drink after their 18.88% surcharge that they allege (Bordel) keeps their business fully staffed, give healthcare benefits, and a livable wage. BUT somehow Chey S. Still decided to alter my receipt and give her a $10 tip. Which I did not give her. To which is also illegal. If this surcharge that they claim allows for them to take care of their employees - then why are they stealing from their customers? Anyone who comes here or has been here- take pictures of your receipts after you've signed and totaled them. I see in the reviews Chey S. Is a commonly denominator in bad reviews. Not sure why she's still employed here. Committing crimes and businesses letting it slide isn't a good look. Still waiting on my refund of $10 for that check 72 from Thursday the 23rd at 11:39pm that I have yet to receive! Idc to pay the $20 for one mediocre drink, but stealing is completely unacceptable. And it being excused even more so. Unfortunately I don't live in Chicago or I would've filed a police report, since this is FRAUD AND THEFT. Just beware of anyone who visits. I SIGNED to pay $20.91 not $30.91. There was a big fat ZERO tip for a reason. SO for check #72, I'll be waiting for that refund.

My friend and I stumbled upon this place while looking for something to eat. While they did not…read morehave any food, this place is absolutely a great time. We had no idea what we were walking into but I am so glad we decided to check it out. They play a vast variety of music and have live entertainment. Our bartender was so sweet and made sure everyone was able to place their drink orders despite having a packed bar. I will definitely be back and hopefully get a table the next time around to avoid awkwardly standing in front of the DJ lol