1 word. Phenomenal…read more Wow. I loved this place. Their fries are fantastic. They had a nice seasoning to them. The drink was great. Next time I need to try the sharable drinks.

We came here as a part of 4 on a Friday night. It was PACKED. We thankfully had reservations which…read moreto me is a must, but they will accommodate you at the bar without them. The drinks were so good! They were good size and simply delicious. Well balanced. Not too sweet and not artificially sweet. It's clear those making them knew how to make real cocktails. The ambiance is true tiki. It is large but there were people surrounding our table because it was close to the bar. If you make a reservation and pay a deposit, make sure to make your server aware. The quickly made adjustments for us, but this was an issue in ensuring we got our credit. I would recommend getting a reservation in their smaller internal bar for a more intimate experience and more commonly crafted drinks. I would definitely come back but likely on a weeknight or earlier in the day.

Theres no lack of words, but, for what can manifest, it's incredible! Take a friend, take a date,…read moreenjoy the journey. I will say that drinks are heavily dependent on the person and their mood, but Matt is A+. I said "Take me on a journey" and he walked me through clarified toasted coconut, spirit-forward rum quality, to a crunchy shaved melon masterpiece. I'm terrified to come back and not experience the same thing. Great work!

We come here every year for the restaurant show and each time the cocktail are new and exciting…read more The bartender even remembered us from last year. !! We had a great time sitting at the bar. Tried 3 cocktails and the bartender was gracious enough to let me sample a new rum he loved. The clarified cocktails are delish and a def labor of love. The Saturn frappe was so good and their selection is unmatched. It's a great place to have a tropical cocktail and enjoy.

Broken Shaker is listed as a speakeasy on Yelp, but it's not quite out of sight. Tucked in the back…read moreof a hotel lobby, it's easy to miss--but once inside, it's clear this is far from your typical hotel bar. The vibe is funky, with cool music, eclectic decor, and a relaxed, artsy atmosphere that feels like a tucked-away local favorite. We tried three cocktails--the Gracing the Lily, the Count of Monte Carlo, and the Glorious Bastard--and all were beautifully made and delicious. Creative, balanced, and visually stunning. The kind of drinks you remember. A huge part of what made our experience special was Butch, our bartender. He not only crafted great drinks but also brought the kind of warmth and hospitality that made us feel instantly welcome. He took our order at the table and felt more like a long-lost friend than just a bartender. His presence genuinely elevated the whole night. This place has all the marks of a hidden gem, and if we're ever back in Chicago, we'll definitely be stopping by again.

I love this spot. We continue to visit this spot when we go to Chicago because the drinks are…read morealways wonderful and it has the best chill vibes and music. You could be dressed up for a night out or in your travel clothes it truly does feel like all our welcome! There are multiple areas to sit to drink , eat or dance and staff are very kind!

This might be my favorite rum bar in the country. If you want intimate spaces, moody lighting,…read moreextensive rum selections, and drink specials come here. Monday nights are my favorite because they offer a different specialty rum in special. It's a great way to try different kinds. They also serve beer, wine, and every other spirit you can imagine. Cocktails are on point. Seating options are varied: bar seats, small tables in back, bench seating with tiny tables up front. Quiet and comfortable.

Elegant, Refined, a spot well worth the wait…read more Sparrow's ambiance, customer service, and drink menu could have been better in my eyes even if they purchased all of my personal data from Meta and Google and tailored it. I would venture to say it is the best cocktail bar in Gold Coast, or at least my personal favorite. Great for a slightly more upscale, special evening out. Lots of food options near by.

I loved the bucket cocktails they offer, bartenders were the sweetest. Such a nice spot when the…read moresuns shining on you. Shrimp quesadilla didn't disappoint.

The food was so good. We were expecting just plain bar food but got so much more. The brat was…read moregrilled perfectly and the bun was toasted. The chicken sandwich was delicious and juicy. The staff were very friendly. And you can't get a better atmosphere than sitting on the river walk in a Tiki bar setting.

We absolutely loved trying this place. It felt incredibly exclusive, almost like a hidden gem…read moretucked away from everything else. From the moment we walked in to the moment we left, the service was exceptional, attentive, welcoming, and seamless. The drinks were amazing, and every dish we had was truly exquisite. Calling it Michelin-star quality almost feels like an understatement. Everything was crafted with such care and precision. To top it all off, we even got to see the chef, who took a moment to say hello.. it made the experience feel even more special and personal. We'll definitely be back.

Stopped in on a Friday night and so happy we did! This place is hidden in the back through Frontera…read moregrill, down some stairs, but what a great find. We were lucky to come for happy hour and enjoyed every food option on the menu short list (yum croquettes, chicken and the chefs special taco!) as well as a strawberry margarita and Mezcal old fashioned. Flavors were fantastic and the margarita was not too sweet. Finished off with pulpo (what a fun, tender yet crunchy take!), bone marrow (so decadent and relatively large portion with crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside bread), and ceviche (I think it had sesame oil? What a delight). Not a surprise, since I've always loved chef Rick Bayless, and chef Jackie is great as well. Came with two kiddos and they were very accommodating with kids menu and coloring options.

so glad we tried this place! we actually only waited about 15 mins to get seated at the bar on a…read morewednesday night around 7pm. we came here for my boyfriends birthday and we were so happy we chose to celebrate here. the two people that helped us was antonio and issa and they made the experience 10x better. they were very attentive and friendly and just easy to talk to. gave us good recommendations and good vibes. we both really liked our drinks and were happy with the spread the food came out. we got to eat the bone marrow first which also came with this really good sauce it was almost like a meat jam but was so good on the bread and then put some of the bone marrow on for the perfect bite. now the burger, you just have to try it because it really is that good. the sauce in it was so good and it just had a really good flavor. it was just an elevated burger. we got fries as well and we shared the burger so it we were really full after. the server brought out ice cream with a candle and some sort of chocolate sauce too which just made the overall experience. we were really happy with the service and food and it just made my bfs bday that much more special and memorable.

No good vegan options :(…read more I got the green salad and added avocado (paid extra just for 30% of an avocado) and extra dressing. Overpriced salad for sure. Also the outdoor seating was horrible. No umbrellas so we were melting under the hot sun the whole time. My friends enjoyed the fries but said the burger lacked veggies.

Tasty Indian food in the city that is definitely slept on! Came here with my wife after she tried…read morethe restaurant week set menu for lunch a few weeks ago, it was my first time and she said we have to try the saffron cheesecake dessert, but the whole dinner was great. The interior is a small but well designed, modern and clean but with a nice amount of decor honoring the Indian state of Goa which is the focus of the cuisine. The whole menu sounded good, and we started with the ghee roast aloo chaat, crisp roasted potato chunks in a delicious well balanced mix of yogurt/mint chutney/tamarind chutney/pomegranates. The chili cheese kulcha was big and fluffy, and tasted like cheddar and spicy chilis as expected, but didnt have quite the savory punch of the other dishes. Our mains were the Goan chicken curry and the Hyderabadi chicken biryani, both of which were delicious. The Goan chicken curry had a rich savory and slightly spicy flavor, naturally rich and creamy without needing the cream and heaviness of a butter chicken or tikka masala. The biryani was surprisingly tasty, with a generous layer of intensely flavorful caramelized onions on bottom and juicy well marinated chicken, and rice that was fluffy and savory without being too salty. To finish our meal, the saffron cheesecake was rich elevated with the combination of cardamom, pistachio crumbles, and white chocolate. I was too full at this point to really enjoy the ras malai but my wife really liked it. Overall, great Indian food with a mix of classic and modernized dishes to satisfy anyone's palate.

This was our first time here and it was decent. It was empty on a Monday night so we were promptly…read moresit. The inside feels like you're at a beach club. It's fun, but since there was no one else the music was a bit loud for us. The food was fine, but likely won't return.

This is an amazing Asian fusion restaurant. Very classy without being unapproachable…read more Service was impeccable - knowledgeable and friendly without being overbearing.

Took one of my friends here for her birthday & it was really an enjoyable experience! It's a nice…read morelocation as well. We decided to do the chef's table for dinner. It was a quiet night, but we were not rushed at all. The staff were really nice & attentive. The menu for chef's table was a Vietnamese fusion inspired menu. You can tell that each dish was carefully thought out & creative. There were dishes were created with a little twist to it. Some of the dishes, however, we thought were more on the saltier side. I would want to come back again and try some items on the regular menu. A lot of things sounded delicious & would be enjoyable.

good spot but i used my card to pay , they ended up charging me again the next day for no reason…read morehuge hassle use cash , happend twice btw got my money back obviously but huge waste of time and playing with my money

My friend and I decided to grab quick drinks and a snack at ghost donkey. After multiple failed…read moreattempts in the past, we finally reached at the time and day when there was no wait. Overall, the ambience was dive bar ish but very Mexican. They even have a big donkey structure at the entrance. The server was quick to come and take our order. We got some cups and guac, mushroom margarita cocktail and the highland picnic cocktail. The cocktails were great and chips were under slayed but the guac made up for it. Overall, the place wasn't expensive. I will def be back when there is no wait :p