Consistency, consistency, consistency!!!! Russell can cook his tail off!!!! His gregarious personality coupled with his imposing stature is almost entertaining. The friendly service from Kim--one of the best mixologists anywhere--is enticing at the very least. As long as the "LOUD" bartenders don't ignore the customers (NOT KIM cause she's GREAT!!!!): Great vibe. Great spot. read more

First and foremost, the catfish fillet dinner was off the chain! Piping hot and fresh. This diamond in the rough is for the grown and sexy. I recently visited this spot with my besties and we had an incredible time. Good conversations and plenty of sexy grown men iCandy. The bartenders were not up to my speed, but somehow they managed to get my drink right -double shots of Hennessy neat. I guess you can't mess that up. LOL The DJ was playing old school R&B and some hip-hop and rap tracks with a little of house music that my girlfriend requested. The vibe and atmosphere was decent and everyone was truly enjoying themselves. My only complaint is that the bartenders do less talking and more servicing of drinks. Other than that, this is a nice spot to kick back and party. read more

The kitchen has delicious fried chicken and shrimp and fish. Also really great sandwiches wraps and burgers. The fish sandwich and corned beef sandwich are a must try. bring cash. read more

Been here a couple of times and the drinks, service and food are great. The chicken wings are a must have. I definitely have added this to my list of places to go when looking for a good time. A true Chatham gem. read more

I don't know if you've ever had the pleasure of having one of "NIK the Bar Star" famous margaritas...but if you haven't...you are missing OUT!!! One of the south side of Chicago's BEST KEPT SECRETS, I come to Red Pepper for the flavorful drinks and I STAY for the DELICIOUS food, welcoming ambiance and overall DOPE VIBE!!! This will ALWAYS be "Cheers" to me!!! read more

Red Pepper - NIK the Bar Star" famous margaritas! - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Diamond in the rough. Everyone is friendly, drinks and amazing! Always something new to try. Kitchen is serving some of the BEST fried catfish and chicken on the South Side! Not to mention fresh salads prepared to order. read more

A fave to go to to hang out . Watch the game . Great drinks and food . Great people . read more

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Never had an issue here!!! I find it awkward that anyone was "aggressive" with a female. They CLOSE at 2am it doesn't say stop pouring. Did you expect them to stay all night? read more

I love this restaurant great food and atmosphere the bartender Kim and Fallon also Mera and Janet also Tonja are great.

Thrist thirsty good aged cognac and Brandy sweet and savory #GoodChicken I like the chilli and crackers also

Strong drinks, friendly patrons and bartender and good music. I always have a good time whether it's 1am or 3pm. read more

Red Pepper - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Probably my 2nd favorite of the 3 South Side jazz clubs I went to on the Chicago Jazz Club Tour, and only behind Lee's Unleaded in how great it was. I was saddened that I didn't spend a lotta time in here, and spent the least time in here, of the 3 South Side jazz clubs I went to. And that if I were to do the tour over again, I would've spent MUCH MORE time here, and also had checked out East of the Ryan, too(the latter is the only of the 4 South Side jazz clubs I didn't go to). I really enjoyed the layout of this place, since the front room of Red Peppers Masquerade Lounge(the full name of this place, though I usually just call it Red Peppers) is a 'sports bar' area, and the back room is a music area. Both rooms here have bars, which I thought was good(though I suspect the back doesn't have as much of a drink selection, as the front 'sports bar' area did, and since the bar in the back looked smaller). Finally, I thought it was pretty cool that just barely to the east of here, that a new shopping center opened up, that includes a Target. So now you have something to tide you over, before coming here(besides venturing to Soul Vegetarian, or to Leon's Ribs for food). read more

I love this place for a chill low key spot. I have been for 1$ taco night and Thursday night lights 50 cent wings and 1$ shrimp. All 3 good! Nice drink deals. Staff is friendly and funny. read more

Red Pepper - Buffalo wings. 50 cent Thursday night lights - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here to watch a Bears game and it was a really fun time. Nice neighborhood bar (nothing fancy) with friendly patrons who were really into the game. An especially warm shoutout to the bartender Vonn (hope I am getting her name right) who was super nice. Very well stocked bar as far as hard liquor, decent bottled beer selection. They serve food (cash only). All we had was fries, they were good. read more

Small, black establishment. Something to it. Good drinks and music. Food is not wide range but it's good

This is the best nightclub on south side 87rd and king drive got good drinks good music All I Need Just a DJ spend some good music around 2 good laundromats read more

To small not for guest under 50 yr of age. And I'm way over 30.. looks like cheep drinks it's smell bad inside

Nice after work set vibe plus the drinks are reasonable, bartender friendly.. Also the food is AMAZING!!!

This place is super cozy. The music is legit good for young and old and the drinks are nicely priced the food is really good but slow which is why the 4 starts ms instead of 5. The decor is any old decor, don't come for the looks, but the drinks are strong, the bathrooms are clean and the food is worth the money. Come 2 come all! read more

The plane that has become a neighborhood staple. Under new ownershiip I visited because I know the owners but I continue to go for the service and the moderately price drinks read more

Nice atmosphere. Bartender wasn't too attentive however when I finally ordered/received my drink it was decent!

I actually use to love this place and the people there. So the other day I go back to visit because I haven't been there in a while and I was in town. They have s buzz at the door so I rang it. When they were hitting the buzz, it wasn't opening as I pull. The attempt went on for about 3 tries, then finally someone sitting at the bar came to open the door. As me and my friend was saying thank you, the bartender with really short hair was clearly drunk hollers "stupid motherfucker, I buzzed the door" what a way to great a customer upon entrance. We were immediately pissed because the manger said nothing to her. No one as if it was normal behavior. My friend and I was so disgusted we said we wouldn't dare spend a dime in this place. So we never sat down, we did a bout turn and left out the door to go down the street to licorice where they had excellent customer service. I love to support my people I just need them to be more pleasant, owner and manager to stick up for their place. No tolerance for this type of non customer service. read more