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My husband and I came here for our 26 year anniversary. It was my first time in Chicago. A local…read morefriend of ours recommended NoMi. It was a great recommendation. We were so happy with everything! Our server was wonderful! The entire staff was so friendly and on top of their game! We never waited for anything. They were immediately refilling our waters, offering more bread, removing dirty plates, replacing silverware, and offering the next course. It was perfect! The views!!! I think there's not a table in NoMi that doesn't have an amazing view. The main, large window faces the lake (East). Arriving just at 7, you get the full affect of the city, and lake, and then the sunset and lights of the buildings. It was absolutely magical. I couldn't get enough of it. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful and clean, but honestly it could have been a pit and I wouldn't have noticed. You'll be focused on the views for the entire evening. The food!!! Everything is very fresh. It's all well-prepared. Everything was delicious. There's a good variety of dishes to choose from. Plenty of healthy, low-carb options. We each ordered our own appetizers. I had the crispy Maitake mushrooms and my husband had the mussels. We both loved our food and left nothing on our plates. Excellent choices, that we highly recommend. As our main course we shared the sushi platter. The seafood was fresh and the sushi didn't have too much rice. It was the perfect amount of food with our appetizers. They have an extensive wine and drink menu. For drinks I had a glass of the Sauvignon blanc and my husband had a red blend. For dessert we weren't really hungry enough to eat anything else but my husband wanted a pallet cleanser. They have a few sorbets. My husband settled on the cherry cola sorbet. They brought it out with a little chocolate that said "Happy Anniversary" in French. They did not add it to our bill. Very sweet of them. It was probably one of the best anniversaries we've ever had. The bill was about $230 before tip. We highly recommend coming here for any special occasion.

My husband and I popped in here to escape the cold and found that NoMI was doing a hot coco…read moreexperience! It was SO awesome! We were able to choose between an alcoholic or non hot coco and load it up so many different toppings. It warmed us up and was decorated so beautiful! My husband then snagged a lobster roll which was so good. We are so excited we found this lounge and will be back!

0.2 mi•Streeterville, Near North Side

View from our table

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CloudBar - 360 CHICAGO

3.7(75 reviews)

excellent service. Came from DC to visit from work and this spot did not disappoint! Go SHADEE!read more

After we experienced the Tilt, we went directly to the Observation Deck, which is where the…read moreCloudBar is located. Once you enter the Deck, go to your right. We bought the tickets that included the Tilt, the Observation Deck, and the CloudBar. That was the way to have the complete experience on the 94th Floor of the John Hancock Building. The views are spectacular!! Look up and there are mirrors on the ceiling! Lots of cool photo ops! We enjoyed it here. There needs to be more organized seating all around the 360 because the place is packed. There are some tables closest to the Bar but not around the entire deck. You have to hold your drink the whole time and get bumped into. There is no obvious line at the bar and you accidentally go in front of other people who thought they were in line and they get upset. There are also mini bleachers where people were spilling their drinks because there was no place to put their drinks. The floor was sticky and wet. We got alcohol spilled on us from those climbing down the bleachers. Not a pleasant experience. The drinks were ok. My Magnificent Margarita was too sweet for my taste and it was a generous pour. My daughter had the Crossbeam and was able to select what she preferred. I should have done that one. The bartender was friendly and nice despite how busy he was. There are restrooms for men and women but the women's is not very big or wide. The line is mostly outside the restroom. It was tight in there. Would we go again? Yes.

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Feeling Tiltsy & Hombres Del Jardin

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Bernard's

4.3(88 reviews)

0.3 mi•Near North Side

Luxury

Full bar

Located inside of the Waldorf Astoria, Bernard's is a speakeasy style cocktail bar with several…read moreexperimental cocktails. They emphasise a bit on the delivery of the drinks, think smoke shows and fire works. The staff was friendly and helpful. They do not have any appetizers to order, which is unfortunately part of the reason why we left early. Prices are a bit on the higher end, and as much of a speakeasy as it looks it's actually a bit hard to understand conversations you're having.

This is such a great spot to experience. It feels cozy and intimate while it's nestled in the…read moreWaldorf Astoria. We came on a Sunday evening, as it was close to our hotel and didn't want to uber. We were some of the only people in there which was fantastic. Every seating area, drink, and vibe is intentional and feels special. The low lights set a good mood and go along well with the experience. We sat at the bar and ordered martinis, old fashioneds, and beer. It was an amazing martini, and my date loved his old fashioned. The bartender chatted with us throughout our visit which was appreciated. I would love to come back when I'm in town, it was very memorable!

La Diabla

Rare and Ultra Luxury Spirits

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101 Sky Terrace

4.1(18 reviews)

0.1 mi•Near North Side

Let me start by saying that the views were 5 star and the place has a cool vibe - although the…read morehouse music they were playing was a bit loud for the small number of people eating when I was up there. That said, this place just completely disappointed. The food was just not good. I had the burger sliders and for $9 a piece you expect them to be something special. They were not. Overcooked with a little sauce and two pickles slapped on the bun with a tiny little dab of fake cheese - it was like a bad and way more expensive version of McDonald's. The onion rings were the frozen crumbly kind not the fresh beer battered kind and so that's a big "no!" for me. The dipping sauce was okay. Service was friendly and I think the guy was new but it wasn't good enough for a place like that at the top of the building. There were two servers so I'm guessing one was training maybe. They didn't make it to my table to check to see if everything was okay while I was eating and it even took them a while to notice that I was done eating. It's was slow so I don't think they were stressing with too many tables. That kind of place should knock your socks off - but it was on the low end of mediocre. I wouldn't go there again for food. Maybe it's a decent place to go to the bar but since I don't drink I can't help much on that end.

Great food, drinks, and view. We came on a Sunday and ordered some drinks to start, as well as…read moreBrussels sprouts. There were a small portion but delicious. Not too crispy but still tasty. We also shared the half chicken and Ceasar salad with shrimp. There were only 3 pieces of shrimp for the extra money we spent; but otherwise the food was delicious. Definitely on the pricier side because of the rooftop and area.

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Sparrow

4.3(346 reviews)

0.5 mi•Near North Side

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.

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Seasons Bar

4.2(5 reviews)

0.2 mi•Near North Side

Adjacent to the Four Seasons' Adorn Restaurant, the Social Lounge is an excellent stop on which to…read moreget one's day drink on and feel classy while doing so. The lounge features not only an eye-popping crystal chandelier but also a tea service in the afternoon and luxe bites and crafted cocktails. I convened with my drinking companion during a break in his conference presentations. Since his conference hotel did not have a bar or restaurant on premises, I decided nipping into the nearby Four Seasons would be a good call. The bar area was convivial and welcoming even to non-hotel guests. I was feeling festive so ordered a glass of Prosecco. My drinking companion ordered a rye-based cocktail. The ice in the craft cocktail was an eye-catching sphere. I was transfixed as this was my first time seeing this outside of an LG refrigerator commercial. We had fun sipping our drinks and catching up. I missed the little bowls of snacks but probably that is a concession to covid and all the uncertainty of untended nibbles. Already planning my next visit back here after a play I am scheduled to attend in this area.

Potentially country club/gentleman's cigar haven stuffy but a fantastic bartender made it…read morecomfortable and enjoyable. Cost to worth it ratio: 3 (pricier but expect that at the Four Seasons) Highlights: - Paul: our bartender. Irish, chatty, and cool. Excellent service and made it fun to hang out in the near empty lounge area. - Atmosphere: large area with big chairs and a piano player. We ended up there cause it was cold outside and close to where we were, but was one of our favorite evenings out. - Drink menu: not just your average martinis. Had drinks like the auditini with elderflower liquor in it. Good and not too sweet. - Snacks: they give you nuts and a rice cracker wasabi peas mix. Lowlights: - Closes at 1: earlier than most and deserted come midnight at that. I'd stop by here again for a mellow few drinks... and to say hi to mr. bartender. :-)

Brass Tack

4.3(334 reviews)

0.3 mi•Near North Side

Luxury

Full bar

My first review, of 9 years ago, was back when Brass Tack was Margeaux Brasserie…read more This is an updated review for its current incarnation. It is a must visit - if only all hotel restaurants were this good. We had a late dinner reservation on a Saturday night, and the restaurant was almost emptied out. So that made for a lovely, semi-private dining experience. Selecting a wine was dicey, as earlier that week flooding had damaged the cellar (!), but our server, Alex, was very helpful and worked with us to find something to my liking. We landed on a 2015 Cornas which was showing beautifully and matched perfectly with our meal. Alex did a fantastic job taking care of us during the wine reconnaissance and throughout the meal. Speaking of which, we started with the deviled eggs, which were amazing. An elegant balance of cream and salt from the caviar. For my entree, i had the venison. It was a seared filet on I believe a sweet potato puree, and it was rich and tender. Order it rare, if its on the menu. Kelly had the filet, also rare, and found it to be superior to most Chicago steak house filets. Our side was the divinely creamy Aligot mashed potatoes. Don't skip on these! For dessert, there was a decadent, gout-tempting chocolate mousse preparation. Served tableside, its all you think you can eat. I had a heaping serving, ate some, took the rest home. Kelly had the (also) Decadent Chocolate Cake, which too was superb. Cocktails were excellent, as is the bourbon selection. Service was impeccable. Our dinner was long and leisurely, and we look forward to returning.

Kari's Rating 7.5/10…read more Came in with a friend around 11:30, it was absolutely desolate except for this client conference call that wrapped up around us. When you first walk in, you have to take the elevator up to the third floor, where a hostess was waiting at a golden black themed restaurant. This place is extremely ornate and luxurious as you walk in and greeted by a full air bar where all the liquor is positioned up in a translucent brass cabinet. Walking a little bit further into the restaurant, you see all of the chairs decorated with a gold studded Maroon leather. The tall ceilings give way to a illuminated faux skylight. The seating designs are minimal designed. We thought we were walking into a brunch menu but they had transitioned to lunch and re-ordered the lobster roll as well as the asparagus tip and almond pasta and the sweet potato fries.

Everlasting Libations

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3.6(391 reviews)

0.1 mi•Near North Side

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This was my last stop on my trip to Chicago. The bartenders…read more(Julius and Shaq) were so nice, funny and HANDSOME. Just shut up and go. You'll have a great time.

Streeters tavern is your go to real English style pub. Wooden tables, tons of draft picks, dart…read moreboard, pool table, perfectly chosen not only hospital but beautiful bar tenders. If you ask me I hit the jack pot. Only problem I had was I couldn't stay longer....

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Ila's

4.9(74 reviews)

0.5 mi•Near North Side

When I was planning my sister's bachelorette party, I wanted to find a restaurant near our hotel…read morethat could accommodate different dietary preferences (i.e. no pork, vegetarian/halal, etc.). I found Ila's on Google and liked the variety of menu items. The food appeared to elevate comfort food from multiple cuisines, such as American, Italian, South American, Asian, and Southeast Asian. I reached out to the restaurant and was assisted with a reservation for 14 people. Our table was set and ready to go as soon as we arrived at 8:30pm on a Saturday. Overall customer was excellent. Thank you to the hostess for making my sister, the bride, feel special. She complimented her and hyped her up for the night, which was really sweet. Our server was awesome too. He was friendly and highly attentive. Loved that our food and drinks also came out in a timely manner. I enjoyed everything I ate. I had a few bites of the appetizers including the scallops, fried paneer, and 2 kinds of empanadas (corn and chicken). We also got lumpia and a mixed bread platter for the table. Though I didn't have any of the latter, they were a hit at our table. I got the burger as my entree, and it was such a redemption from a crappy burger I got elsewhere earlier in my trip. The double smashed patties were juicy and flavorful. I devoured the burger and loved the thin cut fries. All-in-all, we had a lovely dinner at Ila's for my sister's bachelorette party.

Last minute after-work HH at Ila's and it didn't disappoint. The Gin Blossom was shaken to order…read more(love a fresh craft cocktail over a pre-batched one), and it showed. We also tried the chicken & corn empanadas and the cheese pesto flatbread--all solid. The only downside was that it is super quiet with only a 3 parties including us, so don't expect a buzzing happy hour scene. The space is absolutely gorgeous though, with beautiful interiors, comfy high-end furniture, and great service. Hoping this place gets the love it deserves.

Nico collin's & hugo spritz

Assorted Savory Kabobs: Paneer, Chicken & Leek, Pork Belly

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The Berkshire Room

4.1(476 reviews)

0.3 mi•Near North Side

The Berkshire Room is one of my favorite speakeasies in Chicago. While they offer a fantastic…read morecocktail menu and a full bar, I almost always order The Dealer's Choice. You simply choose your preferred spirit, flavor profile, and glassware, then let the mixologist create something just for you. It's one of my favorite cocktail experiences in the city, and they've never steered me wrong. What I especially appreciate is how knowledgeable the bartenders are. They're always happy to offer recommendations if you're unsure what to order, but they're equally excited to create something completely unique if you're feeling adventurous. Watching them craft each drink is part of the experience. I've even hosted a birthday gathering here in their private side room, where we enjoyed charcuterie boards alongside our cocktails. If you're just stopping in for drinks, though, I'd recommend grabbing dinner beforehand, as the food offerings are fairly limited. More often than not though, you'll find me sitting right at the bar. I love watching the bartenders showcase their craft and chatting with them about the incredible selection of spirits they have on hand. It's a great spot for anyone who genuinely appreciates well-made cocktails and the artistry behind them. I'm also a member of their loyalty program, which is well worth joining. It can be used at The Berkshire Room as well as several other excellent restaurants, making it an easy way to earn rewards while exploring some great dining spots around the city. Whether you're a cocktail enthusiast or simply looking for a sophisticated place to unwind, The Berkshire Room consistently delivers. I'll definitely be back for another Dealer's Choice soon! #YelpEliteSquad

A small group of us came in on a weeknight for after dinner cocktails... The venue is interesting,…read moresomewhat dim and vibrant at the same time. Definitely has a cool, fun vibe. Cocktails are ok... I say that because we ordered something that wasn't too off the wall which involved ginger simple syrup and they couldn't make it - odd for a truly craft cocktail joint. So, they're more mainstream with their cocktails. Service was just ok as well, not the best, but somewhat friendly. Overall - it's worth checking out, even if only for the venue.

Trust the mixologist - your Dealer's Choice cocktail is in good hands

Host your next event at this speakeasy cocktail and whiskey bar in River North!

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Jehad A.

18

7

74

3 years ago

Zbar has become my favorite spot, and I'm thrilled to share my fantastic experiences, with a special shoutout to Ruby, the incredible bartender. Every visit becomes a memorable experience, thanks to Ruby's unwavering commitment to exceptional service. Upon entering Zbar, Ruby's warm and welcoming demeanor sets the stage for a delightful time. Her expertise behind the bar is truly impressive--crafting drinks with precision and flair. Whether I have a specific drink in mind or am open to suggestions, Ruby's recommendations consistently exceed expectations. Her attention to detail and ability to make every patron feel valued make each visit special. Ruby's engagement with customers is noteworthy, ensuring that the bar exudes a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Her passion for creating delightful drinks shines through in the unique and delicious beverages she expertly prepares. Beyond her bartending skills, Ruby's customer service is outstanding. She's attentive, friendly, and always willing to accommodate special requests. It's evident that she takes immense pride in her work, and this dedication reflects in the overall Zbar experience. While Zbar's ambiance is already fantastic, Ruby's presence elevates it to another level. Her hospitality consistently enhances my overall experience. Ruby is undeniably an asset to Zbar, and I wholeheartedly recommend her for those seeking an exceptional time at Zbar. Thank you, Ruby, for consistently making my visits extraordinary! read more

Marisa U.

7

56

9

8 years ago

I had also written this review under the peninsula's Yelp, but I think it should go here too... Have stayed at the hotel for years, sometimes months at a time. You really know if you're a Pen person or not. They're pretty much the same all over the world. I love them. However, this review is for the new Z Bar and the closing of the original "The Bar". Went to Z Bar last night after dinner. It's ridiculous and geared towards a "clubby" crowd. It is the opposite of what we all know and love about the Pen. It's NOT classy or bespoke. It is for a young crowd (although I am young too), this young crowd is here for the loud club DJ music and drunken messes falling about. We immediately left for The Bar on the lobby level. Although I live in Chicago, The Bar is one of the places that I go where tourists do too. Much to my surprise, they are closing the Bar and only having Z Bar. Shame on Pen for conforming to the clubby atmosphere that River North draws. Leave open The Bar too, for those of us who just want a cocktail, a fireplace, and a place to sign a contract or two. For now, I'm relocating all of my client and family meetings to Allium and Nomi. read more

Lara C.

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28

0

8 years ago

My husband & I threw a birthday get-together last night, and we are very happy we chose Lincoln Karaoke!! Calling & making a reservation with Ethan was easy, and every question we had was answered professionally. We were a little concerned because of the policy that each guest had to spend $15 minimum (we didn't want to get hit with any extra charges in case someone's tab wasn't in conjunction with our room/party), but the whole process was handled flawlessly & there were literally zero hiccups. The only thing on the downside was that I wish there was an updated list of current songs or more songs in general (in English). Also, we had a party of 25-30, and the room we were given (which was for 30 max) was very cramped and filled, a lot of people had to stand or lean on something. We had a great time regardless, and Ethan & the rest of the staff treated us like VIP! Thank you! We will be back! read more

Reagan S.

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28

4

8 years ago

I have no idea how there are good reviews here. Well, I guess just know who's writing them. Came here once, because I love the bar in the hotel. It was awful -- the crowd is nothing like the rest of the hotel, nor is it anything like the original bar. Excuse my language, but it's completely trashy. There was a woman passed-out beside us! The old bar inside the hotel was cool, sleek, cozy, and sexy. This bar is just like the Trump with a DJ, young crowd, and NOT BESPOKE AT ALL. I just found out too that the bar inside is closing next week. Need to find a new favorite place in Chicago now. If you're reading this, I'm guessing you're looking for recommendations too. Nomi has a lovely garden rooftop, and that's your best bet. Unless you're looking for something trashy like the Godfrey, stay away. Peninsula: reopen the real bar inside the hotel. read more

Julie S.

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16

0

8 years ago

If you're looking for a low class bar that caters to a young crowd looking to get hammered and hook up, this is the bar for you. Compare it to the gross bars in the heart of river north. They have a cheesy hostess on the main level who intentionally creates a line to make it look like a club. There are bouncers! We like the Peninsula bar -- the dark one on the main level -- for it's lovely, upscale atmosphere. But that one is closing and only Z bar will remain open. Peninsula cheapened their whole brand with this. Just canceled my stay in Tokyo because I'm now done with these hotels. read more

Jeff S.

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3

2

2 years ago

Absolutely terrible experience at what's supposed to be a high-end bar! We were rudely kicked off the terrace for no reason despite purchasing over $100 of drinks at the bar. To top it off, some girl ended up puking right on my shoes, and the staff did absolutely nothing to handle the situation. For a place that charges premium prices, the service and environment were far from it. I expected way better than this complete disregard for customers. Won't be coming back, and I suggest you think twice before wasting your time and money here. read more

Yvonne B.

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2

0

4 years ago

This bar was by far the worse experience ever , very racist !!!! If you are of color as myself stay away we sat at the bar & got no service for a whole 45 mins sitting there they were just ignoring us it was 5 of us we were asking to be serviced no response . We felt insulted other guest were looking as If we didn't belong there and the workers were as well we ended up leaving after being ignored the whole entire time , 0/10 do NOT recommend read more

Trekforbeer B.

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1165

0

8 years ago

Trendy cool looking spot, that's visually appealing. Didn't get to sit outside, but the bar is a fine alternative. Creative takes on classic cocktails, some very cool twists. However, at the $22 or up per cocktail price, I'd rather be at Aviary. I'd come back for the views, if on someone else's tab. Dropped a star because they are flagging a legit review. Really Z Bar? read more

Amanda A.

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2

0

8 years ago

Pretty cool place. Well updated on the inside, and good for groups as the bar length is small but there is plenty of tables for seating. Fun bartenders. Pool table. Descent beer list. Great neighborhood bar if you make a few trips to check it out. read more

Kaitlyn M.

923

9

5

6 years ago

Such a wonderful experience, highly recommended! Professional staff, hygienic and all together a great establishment ( blankets and fire pits with great cocktails and a stunning view ) can't beat it! read more

Vad K.

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5

15

7 years ago

Nice place to have a drink and enjoy beautiful view of downtown Chicago. We were seating outside and it was chilly, they have special blanket for the customers. read more

Mallory S.

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9

39

7 years ago

Obsessed with the ambiance!! Food and drink were amazing as well. Loved the mimosa bar for brunch. And the whole hotel decorated for Christmas is beautiful read more

Tim M.

5

1

0

5 years ago

Terrible service, bartender never check on us and had to call multiple times to get check

Zoran S.

0

3

7 years ago

Great view, upscale, and friendly staff. Vlad was great and made me feel welcome.

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Let me start by saying that the views were 5 star and the place has a cool vibe - although the…read morehouse music they were playing was a bit loud for the small number of people eating when I was up there. That said, this place just completely disappointed. The food was just not good. I had the burger sliders and for $9 a piece you expect them to be something special. They were not. Overcooked with a little sauce and two pickles slapped on the bun with a tiny little dab of fake cheese - it was like a bad and way more expensive version of McDonald's. The onion rings were the frozen crumbly kind not the fresh beer battered kind and so that's a big "no!" for me. The dipping sauce was okay. Service was friendly and I think the guy was new but it wasn't good enough for a place like that at the top of the building. There were two servers so I'm guessing one was training maybe. They didn't make it to my table to check to see if everything was okay while I was eating and it even took them a while to notice that I was done eating. It's was slow so I don't think they were stressing with too many tables. That kind of place should knock your socks off - but it was on the low end of mediocre. I wouldn't go there again for food. Maybe it's a decent place to go to the bar but since I don't drink I can't help much on that end.

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Hotel bar plus. This place is one flight up from the street so some strain to find it. Service is…read moreexcellent. Onion soup was great. This place is either packed or not and coming when it is packed is a drawback. Nice option before or after theater-and other times too.

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(703 reviews)

We love Arbella!! Atmosphere inside was great, really large space! We sat at the bar, the…read morebartenders were super friendly and attentive easy to talk to and order from. LOVE the $6 cocktail of the day happy hour (M-F 4-6pm) . Our cocktail of the day was a watermelon lemon drop which was delicious!! Will be coming back next time in Chicago! My local friends new favorite staple bar.

(Kari's Rating 8.75/10)…read more Came with a friend late on a Friday night after dinner time We were able to be seated almost immediately at a nice little private Cove table. We ordered a flight of whiskey sours, which contained whiskeys from Japan, Vietnam, and Wisconsin. I also was able to order an amaretto sour, which they made with freshly hand beaten egg whites, which was a nice cherry on the top. As far as the whiskey flights go, I think the best one was the Vietnam flight because it had a slightly lemongrass twang and was a little bit lighter than the other two. The heaviest one was the Wisconsin which came with a little bit of a bite at the end, but it still wasn't bad if you're trying to blackout on a $15 budget. I would definitely come back with a larger group this seems like a great place, but is a little bit loud- so if you be prepared to yell or wear earplugs. The bathroom took my a second to find, which should have been intuitive considering it was on the opposite end of where you come in. I blame the lighting as things are already pretty hard to find in the dark, but eventually I made it there-Pat myself on the back.

LH Rooftop

3.1

(697 reviews)

We made a reservation about a week before our trip to Chicago, and everything went smoothly from…read morethe moment we arrived. We were able to skip the line and go straight to the elevator, which was a great start! We had a beautiful table with an amazing view. The food and drinks were delicious. Since we had dinner plans later, we just ordered a couple of appetizers: the truffle fries with black aioli, which were absolutely delicious, and the roasted carrots. The cocktails were also on point! The service was excellent--our staff was friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. But the highlight is definitely the view. It's one of the best views in Chicago! Definitely worth visiting for the cocktails, food, service, and incredible city views.

We stopped to enjoy some drinks on the roof top. We made it up no problem and were able to go right…read moreto the bar. There are tables but only for food service, you have to stand to enjoy you drink. The bar wasn't crowded at all and we still stood there waiting to be acknowledged for quite some time. When the bartender finally came over he was less than enthusiastic to help. The drinks are small and certainly are over priced for what you get. Yeah it's a nice view but you can't sit and enjoy your drink once you even get it.

Chateau Carbide

3.6

(63 reviews)

Vibes!! We went Friday night during sunset for cocktails and it was great for a small group. The Dj…read morewas playing great low key vibes and it was a great place to sit and catch up. I'm a fan of their drinks which were definitely botanical-forward (my kind of drink), a little on the sweeter side but unique. A bit pricy but it's a cute rooftop downtown. Service was really great and our waiter ended our night with Malort shots!

As we were staying in the Pendry Hotel for our staycation, we decided to checkout this rooftop bar…read more I made a reservation for us to have drinks there after we had dinner at Gene & Georgetti. They are open Thursday - Saturday from 5:00pm - 11:00pm. On this particular night, there was a DJ spinning tunes. The interior and outside area are attractive and comfortable, but on the small size for a hotel bar, with the outside area boasting a nice view of the city skyline. Due to the space restrictions, I like that they take reservations so I know I have a place to sit, be comfortable and have a drink. They do serve food, but the menu is limited in terms of the number of items. Since we had eaten prior to coming here, we did not try any of the food, but our server did bring us out a dessert on the house to celebrate our anniversary. I believe it was a mini baked cheesecake, which was nice with the bubbles I was drinking. The DJ was cool and it was nice sitting outside listening to music. I ended up tipping him $20 and he looked genuinely surprised and pleased at the same time. And our server was pretty good considering she was working inside and outside. Overall The Doctor and I had a lovely time sitting outside with our drinks and laughing and talking. I would definitely go back for drinks and maybe a small bite on a lovely evening.

Bar Sotto

4.4

(30 reviews)

I'm not sure why this place isn't more popular?!?! It was so good!!! We had the cacio e Pepe…read morearancini, the filet mignon sliders, and the ricotta gnocchi, everything was amazing!! The disco ball, red lights, and music were all a vibe, plus they have matchbooks. It was pretty much dead on a Friday night which is crazy to me and it has no reviews on here, but I would highly recommend!!! We found it through resy and I'm so happy we picked it! Go go go! Also service was top notch!

A cool bar, bit dark and moody, but nice staff. We stopped by after work. I tried the Rhubarb Haze…read more- sweet and smoky. Worth a try!

Machine Cocktail Bar

4.8

(40 reviews)

Machine Cocktail bar was an incredible spot to go and test out a bunch of new cocktails with…read morefriends. They are known for their innovative cocktails, bold flavours and unique glassware and decor on the drinks to enhance the experience even further. I would recommend going in a group so that you can try many! They also have a happy hour that is worth checking out. We tried these cocktails: 1. Heart of the Ocean - spoiler alert - it's the blue heart image I've attached haha. I loved this, looks beautiful and was tasty 2. Savage Garden - interesting mix of spices 3. Pistachio Affogate - I had more expectations on this one. It was alright, tasty but nothing crazy. 4. Devil's Cup - maybe the best one we had. The chili chocolate is YUM 5. Love is a fog - strong and classy We really enjoyed our experience here. The only thing that was frustrating was that they were trying to kick us out towards the end of the night to close out early and we were having a great time and didn't want to leave. But highly recommend!

Such a fun cocktail bar experience! Reminded me a lot of the aviary in terms of experimentation and…read morepresentation of cocktails. The restaurant itself is absolutely stunning, decor is gorgeous and the service is great. Everyone was very kind. The location is a little tucked away and it's in the "underground". Was surprised it wasn't more packed honestly because of how cool the cocktails were!

Le Bar

3.7

(136 reviews)