Came here with a group of 6 for happy hour and had a wonderful time! They have a great deal on oysters ($1 each up to 12 during happy hour) and martinis. The burden and truffle fries were delicious. I'll definitely be back for another happy hour. read more

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If you're looking for a romantic and laid-back bar, Dearly Beloved is a great choice. The moment you walk in, the eye-catching interior design sets the ton - stylish and inviting. The space is roomy, offering bar seating, tables, and cozy lounge areas. If you're aiming for lounge seating, I'd recommend making a reservation in advance. The atmosphere was intimate, perfect for a relaxed night out. Our server was upbeat and friendly. We tried the Dearly Daiquiri and The Spire and the Gargoyle (even comes with a rose-shaped ice cube). Both cocktails were strong, creative, and refreshing! read more

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Expeditiously becoming obsessed with Happy Hour at Dearly Beloved. It's in my top 3 of immediate recommendations when someone is looking for GREAT cocktails and a chill vibe. George and I are seeing each other far more frequently than my checking account would prefer, he's fantastic, but I'm HOOKED on the shadow laurels and the love in the night cocktails. I did try the spire and gargoyle this time and I really enjoyed the light spice and beautiful rose ice. Plussssss the lamb arancini and fried chicken are STELLAR. You already know I'll probably be back next week. read more

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Our server, Ramona, was incredibly attentive! Best craft cocktails! Dinner was also delicious! Highly recommend! Perfect ambience and vibes. Loved every second! read more

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We had Kevin as our server. Absolutely unreal service. We had 3 delicious drinks and took advantage of the happy hour. The oysters were 10/10 read more

This review is for the old fashioned bartender event. This was such a nice surprise! We came here with a group of 8 friends. Tickets were $25 for 8 old fashioned tastings and 2 full cocktails. The space is cozy and the ambience is chic. We had so much fun walking around and tasting the old fashioned concoctions. Although our fave did not win the competition, it was an enjoyable and memorable night. Thanks Dearly Beloved! read more

What a STUNNING stunning place?!! Dearly Beloved is an elevated and sophisticated cocktail restaurant perfect for date night, girls night out or an even business meeting. A statement from the decor, to the service to the drinks! To start, the service was impeccable! Our server Rashad was a friendly face with great knowledge of the menu and drink flavor profile. They had awesome recommendations and really got to know our taste preferences to guide us through the menu. Deadly Beloved's menu is nothing like you've ever seen. Be prepared to expand your palate. From experiential mixes, playful mix of flavor profiles, and overall ingredients I've never heard of lol, each drink was distinct and unique which I loved!! We tried the "Dice, Brass, Knuckles and Guitar" "Last Kiss" "Off Shore Pirate" and "At Your Age" all very different and all very tasty! I cannot wait wait wait to get back! read more

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Having been here shortly after they opened earlier this year, I was eager to return! The interior of Dearly Beloved warms my cold black gothic heart! It's as though they built a bar inside of an art installation, and I LOVE that. This visit, I came for their happy hour prior to attending their Curated Classics cocktail workshop. Happy Hour (4-6 Wed-Fri) is the WAY to dip your toes into the Dearly Beloved cocktail program with 1/2 price signature drinks. The menu is pricey, but each cocktail is so unique, you will want to try more than one. I enjoyed the Shadow Laurels (refreshing and approachable!) as well as the Dice, Brassknuckles, & Guitar (an inspired, moody riff on a Manhattan). I also went all-in on the Beloved Burger, which is elevated with bone marrow aioli and short rib marmalade! Absolutely delicious! To close out the experience, I splurged on the Blackout Cake, which is perfect for chocolate lovers who enjoy depth and texture. My server was professional and warm, and made sure to get me all squared away in time for my 7 pm class. The cocktail course with Lexi was a blast; we made a delightful cranberry mojito and a lime-coconut gimlet. Learned a few neat techniques and got a bunch of fun ideas for my in-home mixological projects. read more

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800th review! We friend and I visited her got a cocktail class. Which happened to be the first snowfall of the season! But we made it safely and had a wonderful time! First this is the semester place I've visited in Chicago! I've seen it on social media platforms but please visit in person! The decor so esthetically pleasing and upscale! Felt under dressed! The lighting the furniture all so classy I'm still in awe ! The class the drinks were not my particular taste but interesting and strong ! I believe the have a happy hour and will be back ! read more

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Absolutely delightful cocktail bar/ speakeasy bar ...with instagramable decor . Decent happy hour options ... definitely oysters are a bang for the buck. The mushroom karrage was crispy and delicious. One of the finest old fashioneds in the city . The martinis were pretty good too. Shall be back with the hubby and friends for sure . Our server Sebastian was attentive. Easy street parking what was shocking to me was the proximity to the top highschool in the city read more

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Both the waitress and the bar tender were amazing , I came with my daughter and we were celebrating her 21st birthday, they made the experience very special , both very attentive and friendly 10/10 , will come back next time I'm in Chicago I'm from Los Angeles, CA read more

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We went to Dearly Beloved for my birthday dinner last night and the food was amazing. Our waitress was Genesis and she was knowledgeable and informative about all the menu options. The place was cool and friendly, and my steak frites were amazing. The octopus is also great. read more

**Happy Hour Review** If you're going to check this place out, DEFINITELY check em out for their signature cocktails and vibes during happy hour. IMO the signature cocktails at full price are too costly ($20+) and small. These drinks are offered at 50% off Wed-Friday from 4pm-6pm. In total I tried 4 drinks: Beautiful & Damned, Hot & Cold Blood, Last Kiss and At Your Age. The drinks I would order next time: Last Kiss and possibly the Beautiful & Damned. The Last Kiss is a full mind blowing experience - how it is presented, explained and how it tastes and smells is game changer. 1 of the best and FULLY executed experiences I've had while drinking. I would pass on the At Your Age - for me it taste like artificial orange juice annnnnd that's it. The naan is a cool bonus but overall the drink itself I would pass. The food was a miss for me, however, I'm glad they do offer food. I tried the lamb gyro arancini ($15) and the juicy burger ($21). Flavors were pretty good but dannnnng the amount of salt on everything took over and it was very unfortunate. I also think the portions of both items are too small for what they are priced at. Food service was on the slower side as well. My husband and I weren't asked at what temperate we wanted our burger, however, it did come out medium well, which was fine. The ambiance of this place doe? LOVEEEEE! The decor is angel meets devil at its finest. It's spooky, fun and beautiful. They have couches, standard seating, high tops, a bar area and a somewhat 2nd level with tables on there too. I really like how this place was designed. Very photo op friendly. The service was great - I don't remember any of the staff members names but they all did an exceptional job. Items were explained and presented well every time it was brought over. This is a great touch for really bringing together the full experience of Dearly Beloved. read more

Dearly beloved. Very mixed review here. Mainly because I left without getting to experience the food. The restaurant is stunning with amazing energy - lovely. The bar is loud - not great for conversing. But as a lone diner I don't mind that. Booked a standard table dining room reservation for one person - yet they would only seat me at a high top in the bar (very uncomfortable chairs) or at the bar itself - which is not the option I selected when making my reservation - why offer a standard table reservation availability when you don't have seating? Or was it because I was a lone diner? Hope not! Because I saw several open tables that could seat 2 people. Genesis (I think was her name) was a lovely server - taking the time to know a bit about you when she arrived - but she was slow to greet. For not being packed, the staff was slow. The reason I left actually. It was fairly busy but the restaurant was not full and had several open tables. Took several minutes to even be greeted (not sure if that's because she hadn't yet been assigned to my table, or because she was making rounds at her other tables - but the wait was just long enough to ask yourself why someone hadn't come over yet). Between my cocktail and when she actually came to take my order, was 22 minutes. My reservation was at 7. I arrived a few minutes late. In over 45 minutes... I was greeted and given a cocktail. If that's your standard, then not one I want to be part of even on a leisure night out like this evening. When I asked for the check she felt bad - I could tell that for sure. Asking if there was something she could do to make it right - an open-ended question wasn't the right one for someone who only had a cocktail. Is it a management issue of putting one server on too many tables or is it a slow server issue that needs a bit more training on how to be more attentive to tables. But something needed to shift in what appeared a bit of chaos. I would have loved to try the caviar cigar, tartare, mussels, and Caesar... it was all ready to order... just no one helped. read more

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I went for an espresso martini and was so pleasantly surprised by the decor, details and drink offerings. This is such a pretty, picture worthy place for happy hour, date night or getting up with friends. The bartenders were all attentive and very nice. read more

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Loved the vibe here -- moody, creative, and intimate. Perfect for a close friends night or a low-key date. The cocktails are the star -- inventive, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor. Service was thoughtful and attentive, with great recommendations throughout. Favorites of the night (in order of preference): 1. SHADOW LAURELS Fruity, floral, and so smooth -- the ube pineapple air on top was amazing, and the drink itself didn't even taste like alcohol (in the best way). Light, complex, and easy to sip. 2. SEND RAIN CLOUDS Fresh, herbal, and savory with a kick from ginger and green onion. The basil and ginger crystals on top were such a fun texture surprise. 3. TWO WRONGS Earthy and bold. This one has chapuline syrup and tinctures from three bugs -- not my order, but I had a taste and the flavor was amazing. Very spirit-forward and super unique. We tried a few others, but these were the standouts. Overall, such a cool spot -- I'll definitely be back to work my way through more of the menu. read more

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Wow, this place is fantastic! The vibe inside is dark, moody, a little futuristic, and floral. I loved the impressive decor. Dearly Beloved is a "cocktail restaurant" with very unique and interesting drinks, but don't sleep on the food. I tried two cocktails: Love in the Night and Last Kiss. They were both delicious but Love in the Night was my favorite - the coconut horchata chai foam was so tasty and I loved the creaminess of this drink. The Last Kiss had a nice presentation with smoked palo santo. I tried several items from their kitchen, including the potato and caviar cigar, which was a perfectly crispy potato filled with creme fraiche and topped with caviar - so delicious! I also got the maitake karaage and the French onion ramen. The karaage was a nice portion, easily shareable between two people for a starter. I loved the yuzu caramel which gave it a bit of sweetness but also some acidity. For me the star was the French onion ramen with rich, savory broth, tender and delicious braised short rib, and a blanket of melted cheese. SO good. The chef told me that this was his homage to the former restaurant in this spot, a French bistro that as beloved in the neighborhood. I thought that was so cool, and the dish was delicious. I'd definitely order this again. I even had leftovers the next day and they were just as tasty! For dessert I tried the mango sticky rice, which was presented a bit like a cheesecake, with the rice in a graham crust. I really loved the flavors of the dessert and it was a lighter way to end the meal. The blackberry granita was the perfect addition to the mango and rice. I loved my visit to Dearly Beloved, I wish I lived closer! A great spot for a special occasion. read more

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Stopped by with a group of friends after our dinner. It's located in a fairly quiet part of the surrounding river north area - there is plenty of paid street parking. This place is dark and dreamy and features a variety of seating options - seats accommodate those who are eating a full dinner, sharing appetizers or just lounging with drinks. It's a very interesting set up and the volume here is not too loud considering how many people are in the space. I believe Dearly Beloved is from the same group that runs Machine Engineered Dining and Drink in Wicker, so their approach to their drinks are really interesting. I'd say it's like entering a lab and getting something you've never had before! There are a lot of pros and cons to this experimental vibe though - you'll either get a really good drink or you'll get something 'experimental'. There were 7 of us in the group and we were seating at the back at what looked and felt like a conference room table surrounded by reflective black walls. I think they need to add couches and accent chairs here because the set up made it feel like we were going to have a conference meeting. But if you're having dinner, it would also feel like you're eating in someone's house. Very murder-mystery-esqe vibes if you ask me. There is food available but we came for drinks. We had to QR code the menu - This is the one time I actually wished that they had a hardcopy of their menu. I think they need to actually have visuals of their drinks because every drink is so unique and I feel like the average person would not understand the language used. The Love in the Night was very pretty and tasty! The Shadow Laurels tasted like watered-down juice. The Espresso Martini might actually be my favorite Espresso Martini in the city. Their spin on it represents exactly what I initially imagined an Espresso Martini to be! Please, please try it if you are a latte lover!!! The Last Kiss was sooo interesting and was recommended by our server. It was definitely a show and the palo santo smoke was nice but the flavors of the drink didn't vibe together - it also looked like sewage water. We all had a sip and agreed it was not good at all. Our server actually took this drink off our tab and the manager came to check in on us so that was actually really kind and left a good impression on us. I got the soda pop which is a zero-proof cocktail. This was very delicious and is up the alley of a 'dirty soda'! Loved it and would get it again!!! Overall, I'd come back again with a group if we're looking for interesting drinks and a great ambiance. I also would want to try the food! read more

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Loved it! The drinks were so unique and the food was delicious. Service was very friendly and the decor is stunning as well read more

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Absolutely amazing! The bartender was extremely professional:) loved the bar atmosphere, and music was great. Everyone was very welcoming. Business closes at 2am, but due to no one being inside they will close early. Nonetheless we had a great experience, and the drinks were amazing! I would highly recommend!! read more

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We came here for a girls night and it was great. We had to make reservations ahead of time and when we got there we were seated right away. The ambiance was great and when you go around the corner the bar had amazing views and ambiance. We had a couple of drinks but I got the gargoyle one which was a little spicy and different. The shadow laurels was pretty good, nice and sweet with a tart flavor. Was sad they didn't have the drink that looked like a dessert. But everything was amazing. The fries was super crispy and delicious perfect for sharing with the table. Our waitress was really good at recommending a couple of drinks. If you like something sweet the soda pop tasted really good with a hint of coconut and creamy. read more

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The drinks were good but the food was better! They have recently changed the menu so there are different drinks and food to try even if you're a regular. I ordered the charred octopus and it was amazing! A bit oily, but the octopus was perfectly cooked, not chewy but nicely tender. The flavors mixed together and the lime aoli added a surprise of flavor when you got it in a bite. It is not an easy dish for sharing so I would recommend it more as a meal for one, but it is a good portion for one and easily eaten in one sitting without feeling overly full. The service was incredibly nice. Water was brought out almost immediately upon arriving without us having to ask for it. We went during the rush so the service was a bit slow but as long as you're patient, it's well worth the wait. Despite the waiters being swamped with people, they were always very kind and didn't show their stress. The place itself is decorated masterfully. Many different vibes and sections depending on what you're looking for. Many great areas to take cute pictures so make you dress up and look good to snap those photos! read more

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My five friends plus my husband and myself booked their NYE party which they advertised that it was a "Gala." Nothing about the event said it was anything other then a typical Saturday night. We paid $175 just to have a table for which it took an hour for us to get our second round of drinks of a VIP all inclusive package which was an additional$106 on top of the table. The event was only three hours and by 9:45 (Event started at 9) the only food they had was fry's which were not passed hors d'oeuvres was an open buffet, again falsely advertised. They had a DJ playing dinner music all night which you would not find at a gala event, you would find dancing music. We were so disappointed on what they advertise and what they offer is this was nothing but a typical night Grab a drink, but yet they charged us 300 and plus dollars for that with nothing close to a Gala event. read more

I went to dearly beloved with a few friends for happy hour. The restaurant is decorated so amazingly. It's super cool and vibey - they really did a great job at setting the vibe in there! They had great drink deals for happy hour. I loved the mini martini with a small portion of fries. They definitely do a very interesting take on their drinks. I think their cocktails were a little too exotic for me! They are definitely on the higher price range if you do not go for happy hour so I'm not sure I would go back to pay full price. The service was pretty decent! Definitely very picture worthy drinks and bar! read more

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Let me start by saying these drinks are strong! The two wrongs is awesome. Awesome service. Solid beef tartar, a little too creamy for my taste read more

my server Genesis was absolutely amazing. she was so fun and helpful and explained the menu so well. she made our experience 10000/10. Will be back and asking for her. read more

Perfect spot for drinks and bites with a big group! All their cocktails were amazing -- especially loved the espresso martini and the pisco sour! read more

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This place is still fairly new, just opened about a month ago. I was greeted right away when I first walked in. I was meeting my friend here, but they had offer to walk around with me to help me find my friend. The sour cream & onion panna cotta was pretty good! I like the arugula with it. All of the flavor just went well with the salt and vinegar chips. The espresso martini though. I would have to say that it was one of the best ones I've had. I really enjoyed it. It was a nice chill ambiance with different vibes throughout the place. I would like to come back again. read more

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A whole vibe! Beautiful space with several different seating options. The decor and lighting is amazing. We went Sunday night at a time when the crowd was pretty thin. We were able to pick where we wanted to sit. For drinks I have the smoked fennel margarita, the At your age cocktail and the love in the night drink for dessert. For dinner we split the carrot mochi which was so delicious. Savory Carrot Pillows in a Coconut-Red Curry Sauce with layers of carrots prepared differently. The Okonomiyaki which had this crispy delicious cabbage topping on it. Highly recommend. I had the burger for my entree with these amazing, delicious, flavorful homemade chips. Omg. Try the chips!! Both were great. I felt the burger needed a little more flavor but it was juicy and a great sized portion. Service was great. The chef came around to our table. My cousins went to Dearly Beloved a few weeks prior to us all going together. The chef remembered them and what they ordered. That is pretty amazing customer service! read more

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Came here for a friends birthday and loved the vibe. Mood lighting and comfy couches made the vibe great! Food was also really yummy. Tried the pisco sour drink and enjoyed it. Servers were very attentive the whole night! read more

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I really loved the vibe at this cocktail bar (the same owners as Machine Engineered) and the selection of cocktails. I didn't try the food but will on my next visit. Was just a little surprised at the cost of my cocktail (The Sandman - I enjoyed it, though!). I will be back! read more

Such a cute place. Newer to the River North area. The service was mid, but to their defense it was a Wednesdays night. The drinks were pretty strong not sure if because the bartender was nice or if it was normal. Who ever the host was seemed to be really rude and tried to have us leave instead of coming in. read more

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Loved everything about the experience. We celebrated my friends birthdays at Dearly Beloved and were blown away by the ambiance, food and service. Issac was an excellent server who catered to our silly requests. All staff personally signed birthday cards for my friends birthday. We got complimentary champagne and were able to do a fun dice game for the birthday boys to win a free drink, shot or dessert! The food was amazing! Each dish had its own unique aspects that all worked perfectly together. The shrimp scampi was my favorite, but everything we ordered did not disappoint. The drinks were fun and unique, but for the price I do think they should be bigger. Will for sure be back! read more

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We came here for Valentine's Day. The atmosphere, location and staff were wonderful. Our waiter was very attentive and made great recommendations. This is definitely a great cocktail bar. The drinks were very interesting and like nothing we've ever experienced. Our waiter instructed us to pick drinks based on taste profile and not the spirit - the flavors were very unique! The food was good. Unfortunately the food did not stand out compared to other Chicago restaurants however I would definitely return for the atmosphere and cocktails! read more

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We came here on a staycation, staying in a hotel nearby. What a treat! I have been wanting to check this place out, but there's no way to get here or park nearby, so this was our chance! They have happy hour specials, half of some drinks. Omg! The cocktails were beautiful and delicious! I had the one with the rose-shaped ice (winner!). My sister had the minty drink with the whipped cream (I thought this would be too sweet, but it was actually very well balanced, but definitely dessert-y). We had aranchino for the appetizer, which was delicious. Our server was lovely. We LOVED the decor. What a beautiful, romantic place. Can't wait to come back! read more

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The establishment was featured on a local daytime tv program one afternoon - it caught my attention because of the mention of cocktails that were featured at The Violet Hour - now defunct. So while a friend was in town I took him there for after dinner drinks. Located on a NW corner in an older plain brick building on the ground floor with large windows facing south - the interior is best described as a dark heady mix of surreal/gothic/art nouveau romanticism especially the sculpture reliefs behind the central bars . We sat at one of them, We ordered featured Violet Hour cocktails and chatted with nearby customers at the bar and enjoyed the music. We didn't order any food, but I think it's more about the artisanal cocktails & atmosphere. But the comments on the menu have been good, I will try food on my next visit . I'm curious to go back and sit and sip a splendid concoction as the sun sets outside and the bar's ambiance envelopes me. .. read more

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Have been meaning to visit and boy is it gorgeous. The 3D murals and dark sultry atmosphere really take you deep into their world & I am ALL ABOUT IT. Ordered The Spire & the Gargoyle and Shadow Laurels first (both exceptional esp the first) and the Beloved Burger.(which was so juicy & savory; the salt & vinegar chips were the BEST COMPLEMENT). Next round was At Your Age & Rice n Shine (ngl these drinks really needed the garnish to be fully enjoyed, not sure if I'd order them again). Finally we ended with the Espresso Martini & Old Fashioned; I'm very picky with my espresso martinis but this one was made with love, care and biscotti. Lexi and Jacob were our bartenders for the night and they took care of us the whole night. I know it was a bit busy but they also took their time to check in with us and give their best recommendation read more

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Was here for a birthday party and they did a really nice job; great space and the drinks are so interesting.

Manager reached out- no there is no further follow up needed. Give the notes to the staff - maybe things will improve, maybe not. For an "elegant" establishment, this should never have been the state of affairs in the first place. There are many places to choose from in Chicago, won't be back either way. read more

We went to this location for dinner for a birthday. Reservation was 7pm did not get to a seating area until 7:11pm. They area was set up for eight people, but 2 of the "seats" were small square ottoman. The table was extremely low, and small, which would be hard to eat on. This was not doable for us. After speaking to a manager, we were given the option to wait until another table leaves, or else we could choose to go to a different resturant, if the wait would be too long. We decided to start off with drinks and waited around 30 minutes until a real table with real seats opened. Once seated it took a while to order food. Overall service for our table was slow. Food comes out as it gets ready. Which was not a problem for us. Three people in our party got the steak frites medium. They believed the steak to be chewy. The fried chicken did not come with any sides but was cooked well. read more

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