Queen Mary won the title for us- "favorite martini in the city". The castelvetrano olives are great quality, not soggy or too soft, perfectly mild and buttery. Great olives and olive juice go a long way. Idk how they do it but these martinis are so well balanced. You just never get that "oh my god, I'm drinking only vodka" taste. GET A DIRTY VODKA MARTINI WITH EXTRA OLIVES read more

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I was sold on the concept more than on the experience. This is a LOUD place. It is beyond me why so many establishments play music when they have large, loud crowds present. People end up speak/shouting. The people at the table next to us had difficulty hearing one another. We were seated on the far corner and still it was too loud. I ordered a cocktail. My 2 companions had cider and... wine? One person ordered a white fish dip and I believe she liked it. read more

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There aren't many rum bars in the city; so if that's your thing, Queen Mary's has to be on your list. The place isn't big, and you can't make reservations. But I found it cozy, and their staff is AMAZING. I used caps because they have a solid grasp on their selection and made excellent recommendations. By the way - they serve a wide variety of spirits (not just rum) but I came for the rare bottles you'd be hard pressed to find anywhere. Another thing I liked was the price; all their pours were reasonably priced. Next time I go, I'll try some of their small bites or several items from their cocktail menu. read more

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This bar made the 2026 Top 100 Best Bars in North America list at number 80. Inside it feels dark and cozy, and they definitely have the maritime theme down. They mainly have rum and gin cocktails. They also have a food menu with small bites of mostly seafood with some charcuterie and cheese options too. We came on a Sunday around 4pm and were seated right away at the bar that has seating on both sides. I ordered the control room cocktail and it was a great for sipping while we talked and hung out for a bit. I like that it was fruity but not too sweet or sour. read more

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Great service! Sailor vibes! Prefer the cocktails over the food. Tried the white fish dip but it was too runny for me. The clam chowder was fine but the cocktails were unique and balanced. The caviar and chips were my favorite bar bite. read more

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Queen Mary is a marintime themed bar in wicker park. I really enjoyed the drinks and food but we were eating out the patio and felt like we were forgotten. We also had asked the heaters to be turned on multiple times and our request got ignored. Other than that a great happy hour spot to get drinks and snacks. read more

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Queen mary! We are not worthy! The bad news? I didnt order one of their famous martinis. The good news? I absolutely guzzled one of their famous enzonis! A nice charcuterie spread, good company, good service, good lighting(!!!!), and good liquor. I cannot think of anything more important in life. A super fun spot with a classics based cocktail menu with some inventive offerings. Their charcuterie is superb as well. A really fun spot for a snack and drinks to kick start date night or a night on the town. Inversely, a beautiful home for a nightcap as well! read more

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Great vibe here, the menu both food and drinks are unique / old fashioned! I came here on a Wednesday night around 5:30pm. I sat at the bar, it's a two sided bar, like a long shared table, almost. The bar tenders stand make the drinks on the inner most side, next to customers. One of the few two sided bars. Great place to come if you love gin, specifically gin martinis. I tried my first gin martini here. I do not like gin martinis it turns out. Not to say it wasn't good. They have snacks here as well, including oysters, and crackers with cheeses. All very posh in a way but it's still a dive feel. Great place to sit outside when it's nice. read more

Really good drinks, pretty average chicago cocktail bar prices. They have a list of interesting cocktails as well as some beer and wine options. You can order at the bar and sit inside or outside on the small patio. Seating inside is limited to some bar seats, high tops, and a few larger booths that were reserved when I was there. Theming inside is well done and seen in both decor and through the menu options which is fun. read more

A gem in Ukrainian Village; feel-good vibes, excellent cocktails, and a cool dive-bar soul. I went here for the happy hour on Monday which offers oysters, small bites and $9 martinis Quite small but worth it. Good service and excellent food - only served on Sunday and mondays from my understandings. If you love cocktails you must give a try read more

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I've been here two times and both times I've gotten a dirty martini and it was just OK. Service also was just OK if you're outdoors on the patio service is better if you're at the bar. The oysters were amazing tasted very fresh pass on the dip, kinda pricey though read more

Came here late on a Sunday with a friend of mine visiting from out of town, and we were a big fan of this bar. Had great ship-vibes too. I'm ironically from Long Beach originally where the Queen Mary is docked so this was a treat. The bartender was nice and brought out some great drinks for us. Overall just really liked the interior here and the cocktails were above average. Would certainly come back again! read more

Super fun, great drinks, bartenders. I wish I wasn't allergic to raw oysters Have brought a few people to this place ; everyone loves it read more

First of all, our server Nikos was so amazing and I know how stressful it is to work a day when there are special menu items. The aesthetic of Queen Mary is incredible, it's giving Robert Egger's The Lighthouse but without the mental escapades between R. Pattz and Willem DaFoe. I grew up with a dad who was very into the Great Lakes so give me a hint of shipwreck or pub and I'm so in. Anyway, less about me, the food here on the special Sunday Raw Bar menu is just incredible. I think the pricing is very fair for the work that goes into the preparation of oysters. If you've never almost stabbed yourself trying to shuck an oyster even with a glove, you'd know the folks in the back shucking deserve all of the praise and money for their hard work. I highly recommend the clam chowder, it was one of my favorite items of the meal. The pickled oysters were another "do not miss" as the flavor was the sea, elevated. I think the Queen Mary shines in its adaptability within the seasons. It's a bar people talk about as being great for summer, and it was absolutely cozy in the 20 degree weather I went in. read more

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Dirty martinis here are excellent. Love the smaller glasses with remaining drink waiting for you on ice on the side. read more

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I like the cut of this bars jib. I like rum. I like the English nautical vibe in the design. Got the daily grog. A cable car which isn't on the menu but they were able to execute well because they have so many runs and bartenders that know what they're doing. Also got a pour of Guadeloupe rum. read more

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Hottest day of the year, party of three, two open booths, and we were refused to be seated because in the moment they said it's "policy" to save booths for larger parties. No other parties waiting to be seated. Happy hour denied! read more

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I love the vibes and music here!! However I was disappointed when I found out most of the cocktails are premade not made from scratch given how the place presents itself. Nevertheless, cocktails were still good. Service was okay, our first bartender was hella standoffish and then we got another girl (with a buzz cut) she was really dope! read more

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This is my 2nd to last stop seeking out the places "worlds 50 best bar" has mentioned or awarded. While most of the choices has been lackluster they're probably worth visiting once if you're not a complete snob regarding cocktails. Place was slightly above average but not worth a return visit. Drinks are balanced well, food menu could use more choices & service is also above average. A drink I did research from the menu was no longer available & while I felt they should've made it anyway this is becoming a common nuisance. read more

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Great cocktails and super chill vibe. The bar is double sided and the staff is super helpful and come around often. The seating is very limited and booths are reserved for groups of four or more. Next time I'll have to try the food. read more

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What a cute spot! I would recommend getting there at 5 as it fills up! It's a double sided bar which is nice! Service was great! Very friendly and quick! I got a glass of rose which was perfect! The marinated olives were sooooooo good! The oysters were good, but I'm not sure they were worth the price. $3 during happy hour is steep compared to other places. The shrimp cocktail was great, but again pricey for happy hour. read more

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Came here on a Sunday for their happy hour around 5:45 and it was already packed. We waited for a few min and were led to their bar space which was super cute. They had us sit across from each other which was a fun experience. Oysters were yummy and fresh and shrimp was shrimp. We also got their classic gin martinis and those tasted exactly what I expected it to taste like. So no surprises and the vibes were great. read more

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The Queen Mary Tavern is a delightfully themed bar with an exceptionally accommodating staff. Its long bar, with wrap-around communal seating on one end, rounds out the Naval decor along with warm lighting and wood accents. The Queen Mary is a touch on the smaller side, so don't be surprised if you're elbow-to-elbow with a stranger at the communal table end of the bar. I sampled the Big Trouble in Little China, while my partner enjoyed a gin martini. Both were quite good, but not great. The Big Trouble in Little China was an excellent concept and an interesting indulgence, but the aftertaste was a touch on the acidic side. read more

Such a fun cute cocktail bar My current favorite drink is the TRISTES TROPIQUES. There's a decent amount of space indoor and outdoor. Updated: They don't accept reservations, but set aside three booths indoors for parties of four or more Will be back again read more

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I thought that my drink had whipped cream on it but it's actually just a pile of crushed ice. Huh! I don't think the flower in my drink was meant to be eaten but I took a bite. Sorry They were playing Veridis Quo by Daft Punk and I raised my glass. The attached picture shows my clenched hand as I felt the music and peachy drink flow through me. Sorry I'll have to come back and try the oysters. Sorry read more

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Cozy and classic cocktail bar. Wasn't excessively busy but enough people to continue a the night out.

Came to Queen Mary with a friend to catch up and for birthday drinks. I've walked past many times in the summer but have never gone inside. It's very eclectic where you have a few booths against the wall and then a big communal bar in the middle, kitchen in the back. They still have their holiday decor up, so it gave off the January vibes. Our waiter was great and mentioned that they had updated their menu. I had the Sagardo Natural Basque Cider which tasted like an allagash with the subtle hints of an orange. Other people seated had oysters or something else off their menu. Nice place to check out during the summer when their patio is open. read more

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really good oysters! sitting a the bar is cool but would recommend putting in a reservation if you can! Very very slow with the food coming out, as I believe there are only 2 chefs it looks like. Would come back, but on a day i'm not starving lol read more

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I love the atmosphere of this bar. The cocktails were very god and the service was outstanding.

A perfect gem on Division Street, Queen Mary harkens to the past in decor, service, and quality. While a lot of Division Street skews towards a fresh-out-of-college vibe, Queen Mary (along with mainstays like Rainbo Club, Bangers & Lace, and even Machine) offer you something unique and completely different. Queen Mary's interior is preserved nearly unchanged from the early 1930s, its art deco bar still intact. The vibe feels similar too, great music, just loud enough, and great conversation through the double-sided bar. The front patio is a great, but this is the rare place where I will always skip that option - you want to be inside for the vibe and the excellent service. The drinks are equally phenomenal. I most recently had the Bay Watch (ask for a large cube rather than crushed ice), a wild blend of tequila, lime, soursop, bay leaf, vanilla, and thai chili, about the most perfect balance of flavors I've had in a tequila drink. Just spicy enough, with the bay leaf and vanilla rounding everything out. Absolutely excellent. If I lived a little bit closer, this would be "my bar" without question. As it is, living a few miles north, it has become a destination and a must stop when nearby. read more

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What a fun spot. There is a nautical theme. We really liked our wait person who I think might be one of the owners. Two of us tried a rum glog and others had cocktails. Everything was good. The seats were life preservers from an old boat. Good spot for a cocktail before dinner. read more

Can't believe we haven't came in before. It was a Monday, and we finished work early, so we came in for Happy Hour- such a great deal for Oysters, Shrimp Cocktail, and Martinis! Heavy pours and fresh seafood, what more can I ask for?! read more

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One of my favorite spots in chicago, the ambiance, servers, and fish dip will forever be in my hall of fame

Great spot for ambiance, friendly servers and killer cocktails. It's walking distance from me so I come here several times a year and just noticed I never left a review! Cozy in the winter, open to a patio in the summer, this is the place for a drink year round. Not a place for dinner, but their bar snacks are delicious and a perfect addition to soak up a bit of the booze lol read more

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The outside tables were dirty. Advertised dollar oysters but they turned out to be $3. When we asked the server about that she said oh that's been on the site for a long time but no longer happening. False advertising? Otherwise food was good. One question, are tiny $9 martinis really a happy hour deal? read more

I'm not sure how I never made it here but I'll definitely seek it out again especially on a chilly winter evening. It's a classic pub where the mixed drinks are absolutely wonderful. I walked in wanting a beer but walked out happy to have indulged in their specialities. There is a long bar extension to sit in with a few booths reserved for 4 or more (which we had). It's a dark atmosphere but those are nice sometimes. The guys working the place were awesome both in service and suggestions. read more

Really cool bar and a great find in Wicker. Loved the ambiance inside and the way the martinis were served on little silver trays and I overall really appreciated their glassware. The snacks were the perfect size. Service was good, very kind. read more

What to expect: seat yourself, no host, do not come here hungry, small portions (drinks & meat/cheese) We sat down for happy hour around 3:50 on a Sunday, and then a couple sat next to us 10 min after we did and they were helped first & had their table cleared off first. The waiter saw me yet helped the new table first I don't know why? When we finally were able to order it took 1.5 hour for the charcuterie board & oysters to come. The meats & cheese portions are very small. The wine wasn't on the happy hour menu, but they pour was really small same as the happy hour martini glass. Wanted to like it but honestly will not be coming back. It wasn't worth the frustrations. read more

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This spot is one of the few places that does $1 oysters and I appreciate that GREATLY. However, there are many restrictions to this. 1) Oysters often sell out if you don't get there in the first hour or two happy hour. 2) Regardless of how many people you go with, you are only allowed to order one dozen of oysters at a time. You do not get to reorder more until the oysters had reached your table and are eaten. Once you reorder, there are many many people ahead of you... so it could take up to 30 minutes+ to get your next dozen. This was very annoying especially when they advertised a fantastic oyster happy hour. :( 3) Do not come here when you are starving. Come here if you are thirsty for booze and hungry for aphrodisiacs like canned clams and happy hour oysters. They don't have an extensive menu for food when you're hungry. The lively environment and the great service made up for the rules of the oyster happy hour, but I think I will try exploring other places for now. Food 2 (limited options + restrictions on oysters for happy hour) Service 5 Vibe / aura 5 Price 5 (decently priced booze and snacks) 4.25 read more

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Such a fun happy hour on Mondays! $7 martinis and $1 oysters. You really need to get there right at 5 as it fills up fast. We also got some wine, cheeses, and the white fish dip and everything was *chefs kiss*! Was really shocked by the food with it being a dive bar feel on the inside. Great patio on division in the summer too! read more

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