Aviary exhibits dedication to innovation & theater, delivering cocktails in unexpected forms and flavors. This may not be your average bar, and that’s exactly the point. Read more.
A boutique hotel housed in a dramatic 1890s building, The Chicago Athletic Association serves top-notch cocktails from multiple bars, including “The Game Room” (classics) and “Milk Room” (whiskey). Read more.
This mahogany-retrofitted, Michelin-starred gastropub is one of Chicago’s best causal restaurants. Its array of bar seating makes L&E a sure bet for a well-made Old-Fashioned any time of the day. Read more.
Broken Shaker serves classics and “Chicago-Inspired” contemporaries. With names like “B#!ch Don’t Kill My Vibe,” the bartenders serve up some of the city’s best cocktails with a side of cheeky humor. Read more.
Violet Hour exudes a 1920s speakeasy vibe. While the drinks are innovative, the bar remains old-school: Don’t be surprised if the bartender gives you a sideways look when you pull out your cell phone. Read more.
