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Bin 36
(Now Closed)Wine Bar and New American Restaurant$$$$
Near North Side, Chicago
The experts at Time Out Chicago and Chicago magazine recommend this place
53 Tips and reviews
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Dog BarkApril 30, 2013Very eclectic place. A little on the expensive side, but the ambiance and nature of this restaurant is worth every penny. Wine pairings are spot on, so don't go flying solo.
Joe MathieuDecember 11, 2010The cheese flights & fondue are excellent (and the $10 price for checking in is a nice bonus). Our service was attentive but not overbearing. Great for people looking to sample different selections
Scott KleinbergJanuary 8, 2012Obviously wine is what they do here, but they have a great port and sherry collection. Ask your server if you aren't sure what to get.
Time Out ChicagoJuly 7, 2014The recent menu revamp at this winecentric stalwart is full of trends. Thankfully, no dish here is getting by merely on street cred. Read more
Chicago magazineAugust 17, 2012Our choice for best wine class, evening seminars strike a comfortable balance between quaffing and chatting and serious grape talk.
Andrew FoxcroftSeptember 27, 2010Fun place to relax and enjoy some wine. Good atmosphere, although can be loud when crowded. Came in 3 times during my 5 day stay in Chicago.- Time Out ChicagoMay 1, 2012A new menu encourages sharing. But you can have your own glass (or three) of wine.
Taufiq HabibMay 4, 2013The bin36 wine flight is very good pair this with the smoked Gouda from calif. excellent !
- Time Out ChicagoOctober 31, 2011A post-work, loosened-tie set love to happy hour at this River North wine bar that side-saddles the House of Blues. Read more
Time Out ChicagoOctober 20, 2011A post-work, loosened-tie set love to happy hour at this River North wine bar that side-saddles the House of Blues.
John R Dallas JrAugust 17, 2011Great Foursquare special. Try the blue cheese flight. It is the real thing. Not for the faint hearted, of course.
Thompson HotelsNovember 17, 2011J & J are among the best bartenders in Chicago. “Drink wine. Live well. Have fun.” We can do that.
Pour some sugar on me flight is amazing for people who love sweet whites and rock and roll like myself- Thompson HotelsApril 19, 2011Become a wino in no time by enrolling in Bin School! Throughout the year, they offer 90-minute classes about wine!
AdrienneAugust 29, 2010This place is a little (no...big) gem. Rooting for @paigeworthy to win the flights challenge ;). I recommend the cheddar flight.
Great place to relax with a glass of wine and small plate before dinner
Sherry HandzelMarch 24, 2011Try the " So You Think You Know Cheddar" cheese flight. The Mt. Sterling (goat) was our favorite.
Jessica A.February 15, 2010I loved the flights of wine and the waiters were really enthusiastic about the selection. Excellent atmosphere.- Chicago magazineApril 11, 2012With so many wine and cheese choices, dinner seems expendable at this vinocentric draw. Read more
Diego RufoMarch 29, 2011A perfect place to try more than 50 different kind of american cheeses Read more
Nicole JohnsonFebruary 25, 2011Try the West Coast flight of reds...two great pinots and two great cabs
French toast with caramel and Breakfast sandwich- fantastic!!!
Janice GalliMarch 17, 2011Definitely go with the Helluva grilled cheese. Definitely NOT what I remember as a child!
Kaila GarrisonFebruary 12, 2010Bin 36 Cheese flight with the Syrah or Argentina wine flight is amazing. Ask for Billy as your server.
Chimene McElwainSeptember 6, 2010The mussels are huge...and phenomenal. Holy hostess ho hos, they are good.
Michelle VaethJune 3, 2010Great wine and cheese, but the server didn't honor the foursquare 'special' that was listed.
Jamie Nesbitt GoldenMay 7, 2011Careful, the "whatever you want" offer doesn't extend to building your own flights. Got charged full price. :(
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- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(312) 755-9463
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Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
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- 6.3
"You can choose from 3 oz., 6 oz. pours, or bottles! Max. ~10 seats, so it can get full quick."
Angela W. - 8.2
"Second time here. Came in for my birthday with my friends. Staff was amazing and on point. So knowledgeable about every aspect of the menu. They even brought out macaroons as a special treat."
Brooke Krueger - 8.2
"Meat/salami platter is great and bigger than you think. Comes with great bread. Prosciutto and Coppa were great, wasn't a big fan of the Ndujo."
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