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The Drawing Room
(Now Closed)Cocktail Bar, Lounge, and New American Restaurant$$$$
Streeterville, Chicago
The experts at The Wall Street Journal and Food & Wine recommend this place
78 Tips and reviews
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Renaissance HotelsAugust 23, 2012One of the first and still one of the best cocktail bars in Chicago. Come here in the early evening for chief mixologist Cristiana DeLucca’s full attention and unbelievable, hand-crafted cocktails.
EaterApril 11, 2013You will have no problem bellying up to the bar at this modern restaurant and culinary cocktail lounge with an unmatched drink program, led by Cristiana DeLucca.
The Wall Street JournalAugust 3, 2014This subterranean cocktail lounge turns out imaginative elixirs. Open until 4 a.m. on Saturdays, it's one of the few options for late-night fare like bacon-wrapped pork belly and fried avocados. Read more
Time Out ChicagoMarch 6, 2013The O’Leary’s Cow, a bitter mix of Old Weller 107 bourbon, Campari, Fernet and coffee liqueur with a rinse of peaty Laphroaig, is—like most drinks here—perfectly complex.
Erik RowleyJune 22, 2013This place is incredible, can't speak highly enough. The mixologists were excellent and the drinks are top notch. Perfect late night setting in downtown Chicago.
Peter BeckerJanuary 20, 2013Awesome cocktails. Great food. Pleasant staff. This place has it all. Try the smoky Tequila drink, hushpuppies, and duck breast. You will not be disappointed.
TammyNovember 16, 2011Tasty drinks! Escargot and mushroom lasagna are perfection. Beware of NY Strip entree... there's some sort of sauce/seasoning on there that tastes funky. I haven't found one person that likes it yet!
Chandler CollinsFebruary 22, 2014The Old Man, the Monk, and the Sea was my favorite drink in the city. Now it's off the menu, and they don't have all the ingredients to make it. WAMP.
Maureen HOctober 12, 2012Very cool place! Delicious cocktails, delicious food! Give the beef tartare a try! Excellent service by Ryan. Will definitely come back!
Jake SmithFebruary 6, 2013If you're a fan of bourbons with rich, smoky flavor, O'Leary's Cow would be an excellent choice. Your mouth will thank you later.
Sailing Spoken HereDecember 14, 2010A unique restaurant and cocktail lounge with an incredible ambiance. The Drwaing room features contemporary cuisine and culinary cocktails at their finest.- Time Out ChicagoMarch 30, 2012Try the beef tartare with fried nubs of potato and the refreshing salad of sautéed shrimp, jicama and cucumbers. Read more
Hey Guys! Make sure to try the new Ceviche, fish and chips and fried guacamole! All the drinks are awesome and any dessert Boo touches will be perfect! Enjoy!
Morgan SOctober 1, 2011The bar in this restaurant is top notch, but there are literally 8 seats. Bartenders are skilled, but not pretentious. A friendly place to step out of your cocktail comfort zone.
Mary Kay HardcastleJanuary 17, 2013Eater says try the Red Bush ($13), made with rooibos infused Scotch "rocks", Cointreau, cinnamon syrup, and fresh lemon sour.
Jon DavisMarch 20, 2013Try the Monk, the old man and the sea cocktail. Can't really go wrong on the food. Everything rocks.
Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014It's time to take your pick of both classic and modern creations from the bar talent at this subterranean lounge. Read more
Esther ShamieAugust 28, 2014Will is a mixology genius. So fun to sit by the bar! Pretty decor...A+ bar!
Jonathan ParkerMay 16, 2010Great place to go late at night after you leave your respective night spot....I always find myself more than wasted when I leave le passage, but I do have a good time.
Go for the three-course meal. Great food. Also, get one of the specialty drinks here. The bartenders actually are worthy of the title "mixologist" and they're some of the best around.
Chicago magazineJanuary 16, 2012Must-try cocktail: Eve's Answer. Reposado tequila, mezcal mist, raisin syrup, cider, and cinnamon. It makes margaritas jealous.
Food & WineApril 20, 2011At this subterranean lounge within Le Passage nightclub, guests can opt to have their drinks prepared tableside, accompanied by a cocktail history lesson.
Yumi YamauchiOctober 24, 2010Don't order your vodka tonics here, but take your time looking through the menu and try something new! The Midnight Mary is delicious <3- As good as ever. Three years after my last tip, the joint is still rocking!
- James MillerApril 17, 2010April 29th for the Chicago After Work networking event from 6-10pm. Admission is $10 in advance and includes: 300+ Chicago Professionals, Open Bar from 6-7pm from Tito' Vodka, Appetizers from The Draw Read more
Bill DaleyNovember 20, 2009Do take a leap of faith with your cocktail + order something out of the ordinary . You will be rewarded. Love the cocktail amuse bouche that sometimes greets you on arrival.
kristen loperDecember 10, 2009be adventuresome with the drink menu, and shoot for a seat at the bar. not only do you get a great drink, but you get an entertaining show, and even info about mixology!
- Sailing Spoken HereDecember 14, 2010One of Chicago’s hottest nightclubs located in the Gold Coast, this is a destination spot for many local and traveling celebrities.
Jaegger is for Freshmen. Try a chilled shot of locally-made 70 Proof hum, The World's Most Unique Rum.
Always sit at the bar if it is an option, if not request cocktails are prepared table side!
Michael Y.February 7, 2010Awesome drinks, awesome food, awesome decor. Very unpretentious place in the middle of the Viagra triangle.
There is a new menu that came out this week. You have to try the duck sausage.
Go to the Drawing Room, tell the server or mixologist what flavors you like, and watch them create a cocktail for you from scratch!
Try an old school classic or one of their very own creations
Tyler McPheetersJanuary 21, 2012The Old-Old Fashion is really bad, the Manhattan and Double Agent are both good.
Stephanie MarkadonatosSeptember 19, 2013Drinks are good and unique. I can't say the same for the food. It lacked flavor and I wouldn't eat there again.
Teresa GreenleesApril 14, 2012Charles is the consummate host. Charming, attentive and totally knows his shit.
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American contemporary fine dining with a cocktail program that is unmatched! Hidden gem off the bustling Rush Street in Chicago's Gold Coast.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Tue–Thu
- 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Fri
- 5:00 PM–3:00 AM
- Sat
- 5:00 PM–4:00 AM
(312) 266-2694
View menu on http://www.thedrchicago.com
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