Found this little gem of a bar in Chicago's Albany Park neighborhood. It's a slender, retro-ish but…read morechic joint with wonderful and clever cocktails. Two small group lounge areas, ample two tops and beautiful bar stools with coat hooks under the bar counter. Thoughtful little touches make this bar a warm go-to for regulars. But still, the highlight are the delicious cocktails. Looking forward to our next visit.

We came here on a Friday night with friends. There were 4 of us total and the place was totally…read morepacked when we came after dinner. We managed to squeeze on a couch + part of another couch with other patrons. There were only 2-3 people working but it took us 20-30 minutes or more to get our drink orders put in. It's busy so I guess that's okay...our server apologized and thought we had been helped already. Our drinks came and we thought they were okay? Based on the other reviews here we were a little underwhelmed. Based off of how long it took us to get our first drink + the quality of the cocktails we only stayed for one and bounced.

We came here to visit the speakeasy (nightshade) downstairs, though we liked the ambiance and vibe…read moreof the main restaurant better so we sat at the bar and enjoyed some drinks and bites. My orange wine was delicious, as was the kiss and tell cocktail. We also tried the mystery grilled cheese as it was only $5 and so intriguing - it was tasty and the mystery was some prosciutto. The party fries were also huge and tasty, piled high with giardianara and delicious kimchi ranch. The bartenders were great - we enjoyed our nightcap here!

Moonflower, located on Milwaukee Avenue just south of Montrose, is a cool bar that always seems to…read moredraw a good-sized crowd. My lovely wife and I have been here a handful of times, but recently we enjoyed the Happy Hour deals. Yes they have Happy Hour specials until 6PM every day. $6 gets you drinks such as an Old Fashioned, Lemon Drop or Margarita. You can also fill up on a New Moon Burger with fries (one griddled meat patty) or a pair of Moondogs with fries for $12. Everything was tasty - the burger, the corn dogs, and the crisp seasoned fries. Come to Moonflower and enjoy the drinks, food and the soundtrack too.

We stopped by the Victor Bar after dinner on Saturday for our first visit. It is a small place with…read morea booth running the length of the bar and stools along the bar. We had to wait for a few minutes for a seat but got scored two seats at the bar. We tried several cocktails including a dealers choice one based on green chartreuse and one with mezcal, both of which showed off the bartenders skills. Highly recommend!!

Victor Bar is very cute!!…read more I was very impressed by the cocktails and the service from Caesar was phenomenal! Definitely will return!

A good neighborhood bar that is not so frat-party but has a proper patio that allows dogs. Its…read moreconvenient that you can order food at the neighbor place and have it delivered to your place and it is easy to hang out. The cocktail menu is constantly changing and makes it interesting, and the personnel are not unfriendly and reserved. It is a good place to have casual encounters or a casual night out. To that, service is sometimes a little spotty and the seating is limited particularly during rush times. The atmosphere is pleasant in general, although some additional detail could be used and make the experience truly high. Worth going to see, should you happen to be passing by.

Stopped by here on a Friday evening with another couple for a drink. We were able to sit right…read moreaway! Nighthawk has a cute, cozy atmosphere and wasn't very loud which we appreciated. The drinks here are unique and well made!! Especially the Witch, Please which tasted like a blueberry muffin. Our server's name I believe was Danny? He was awesome, friendly, and there every time we were ready to order a drink. If you're in this area, I can't recommend Nighthawk enough! We'll be back for sure!

SUCH a cool little "hidden" spot!…read more Nightshade is a small little cocktail bar under Moonflower, and it's INCREDIBLE. The drinks were so fun- I had one rimmed with crushed tortilla chip. Absolutely worth the stop!

A bar within a bar inception…read more Nightshade is the basement bar of Moonflower. We came to the opening weekend to check out the vibe. There was a healthy amount of folks coming through, but not too crowded. It's dark, closed off with a smaller bar and also additional washrooms below. Vibe is sparse - at the moment, it's simple with the centerpiece of the red glowing bar, side bench seating, a few lamps off to the side, painted in a dark green/black floor to ceiling color. I think the reason to have this secondary space is the potential to do more fun, experimental drinks. Though space is cozier, it's nice to see seating was designed to accommodate groups too. I think it would have been easy to talk to other table groups if the music was just a tad softer. Son of a Gun - it's a tortilla chip in drink form. It's savory with a hint of cilantro. Sneaking Suspicion - nice apparent flavor of chamomile balanced out with a slight, creamy sweet flavor of yogurt. If you're into exploring unusual flavors and forms, Nightshade is a place to check out, and of course Moonflower offers another menu so you can do 2 in 1. Kitchen closes at 10pm.

In honor of Women's History Month I would like to update my review of Nobody's Darling to state…read morethat the lovely owners of this fine establishment are still doing their thing. Nobody's Darling is not just to have a chat and cocktail, they offer quite a few events for folks to attend. Below are a few examples of the swinging times you can have there. In 2026 I am so happy that they are still in business and thriving. The vibe is still cool, the menu for the cocktails is still exciting and the crowd is eclectic. Wine Down Wednesday Unwind midweek with Happy Hour 5-7pm $7 glasses of wine $20 bottles Thursday: Pitch Your Peeps Help your friend find love (or vibes). Pitch them to the room - all relationship styles welcome. Feel Good Fridayz w/ DJ All The Way Kay Start the weekend right! Happy Hour 5-7pm DJ Kay live 8-11pm Sunday Karaoke All Day Happy Hour starting at 2pm Karaoke 5pm-8pm Sip.Sing. Repeat. Empanadas by De Luna Empanada 7pm-10pm DJ Gloria on the decks Cocktails flowing all night Friday, March 20 DJ Set 8-11PM

Great drinks and no douchy "bro" energy to be found anywhere. I love this bar. The staff is so…read morefriendly and the vibe of the entire experience was very appealing. It's thought of as a gay bar and clearly that's a lot of the clientele, but all are welcome. Cocktails are delicious and run about $15 each. Pretty standard pricing. They have a good selection of n/a drinks and a menu for lower alcohol cocktails as well. Great neighborhood bar

Attended a private party in the back of the bar! Enjoyed the cozy vibe with the twinkly lights and…read morecomfy seating! The drinks were really tasty with a nice variety. I ordered the Honey Bee & my husband had the getaway. We found parking across the street in a paid lot for $10. I also luved the 80s music playing in the background. Definitely will be back @ this Lincoln square neighborhood place!!!

The Getaway is my favorite cocktail bar in city! The staff are always kind and the ambiance is…read moretop-tier, with great decor and seating. I also love the events they host. It, simply put, has my favorite vibe and whoever is on aux is doing the Lord's work. The drinks are always yummy and they have a wide selection. Great spot to catch up with friends and spend a late night out.

New favorite cocktail bar in the city!!…read more It's the perfect spot for a winter night-- the bar has moody lighting, an outdoor fireplace, and phenomenal cocktails. We tried a couple of drinks and our favorites were the espresso martini and the n/a garden smash. The espresso martini is a must order! It's clear and made with chocolate and a coffee foam. We got to speak with the beverage manager Alex and he told us all about how they make all of their syrups and juices in house, the drinks do not contain any major allergens, and many of them have no added sugar. You can tell that eveyone here is very proud of what they do!

Enjoyed my drinks here. Very complex & sophisticated cocktails albeit a neighborhood bar feel to…read moreit. I briefly discussed the bartenders "r&d" stuff currently in development why also challenging him to go off script for a custom cocktail that was delicious. Small but mighty & the price point for these types of cocktails is unheard of these days. I'll be returning asap to delve further into the menu but as of now this is a high priority for cocktail aficionados such as myself.

The service was very fast, attentive, and caring. Our server came by to ask us how we were doing…read moremultiple times. There was not a second that went by without our drinks full and table clean. There was a DJ playing music in the background, it almost turned into a night club or something lol. I loved how late they were open, especially since most of the restaurants nearby were closed. The flavor of the food was fantastic. You can taste that it was made with love. The portions are large and they bring you extra tortillas if you ask. The prices are also really good. I'd say you can walk out of here for around $35 for a meal for two and be stuffed. Bottom line/TLDR: exceptional food and service!

Amazing food, great service. Top 3 tripas in the city for me, and the best cebollitas I've probably…read moreever had before. Pastor was solid, and the chips/salsa really surprised me by how incredible & fresh they were! I love the setup in there (especially the big window, the speakers, the music, the table/bar options for seating). Highly recommend Los Molcajetes! I'm excited to eventually try their pozole & menudo :)

They're back but as a bar only with no plans to have food at the moment, but the bartender said…read morethey're hoping that someone will take over the other half of the space and open a restaurant. They're using the front half of the original restaurant as a lounge. Nice to have them back where you can get drinks before watching a movie. And they still have bubbles, which makes me happy

Love, love love! I was here before they converted to a lounge and I can say that I really like the…read morequaint feeling, beautiful chairs and of course the DVD wall! Also I am not a fan of an old fashioned but I tried a sip and it was yummy! The service was great too! I will definitely be back!