My friends and I were at Bandit last weekend to celebrate after party on St. Patty's. This place has amazing vibes and good music, always! They played a lot of Throwback hits on my recent visit which everyone really enjoyed! I've never been to Bandit and gotten disappointed. We ordered a couple of shots and Vodka soda for the night. They don't serve food and convert the entire space into a dancing club in the night. I've also been to Bandit previously in the evenings as well and had cauliflower bites and an Aperol while waiting for my reservation around the neighbourhood. This place is always welcoming, good service, decent food and great drinks! Fun Fact: We randomly saw LIB's star cast at Bandit last year, so we know this place is quite popular amongst all! read more

Bandit - Aperol spritz - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The Bandit is located in the Fulton Market area. My lovely wife and I decided to stop in for one drink at Bandit prior to our dinner at a nearby restaurant, so we did not have any food here. My Thunderbird was a good stiff drink along the lines of an Old Fashioned. She enjoyed the flavors of her Fall's Alibi, with Patron, pomegranate and apple cider. Yelpers in the know mentioned...the bathrooms here. You need to go, even if you do not need to go. The men's room is plastered with images of Britney Spears. My wife confirms that the women's facilities feature Justin Timberlake photos. Wacky, I know. Hey the rest of the interiors look fun and colorful too. read more

Bandit is always a great spot for a fun and delicious brunch! I stopped in to take advantage of the bottomless mimosas and ended up ordering the cinnamon rolls and avocado toast--both were amazing! Just a heads-up, the cinnamon roll order comes with two huge cinnamon rolls, which was an unexpected but very welcome surprise. The atmosphere is lively, the service is great, and the food never disappoints. read more

Bandit - Cinnamon roll(s) - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I've been here quite a few times by now! Bandit is a good place for drinks, brunch, and a fun time with friends. Bandit is a loud, vibrant spot for some good eats and cocktails. If you're from Chicago, it kind of reminds me of Happy Camper or Paradise Park. The bathroom is all decorated in Justin Timberlake's pictures (I love when fun restaurants do stuff like that) which was hilarious. I've been here for a night out (no food), another time for drinks and apps, and then for brunch. Each time was a good experience - I think I recommend coming here for drinks and shared plates with friends the most. Their bar bites and small plates are so yummy! They have a happy hour, too, from Monday-Thursday from 4pm - 6pm and Friday from 12pm - 3pm. They have fun shots for $11, too, which is pretty pricey in my opinion but they were good. The food isn't extraordinary or anything like that but it's above average bar food I'd say. The service here is usually quick and the staff is friendly. Bandit is a fun spot for drinks and some good food with friends! I wouldn't recommend it for a date or family dinner since it's a loud and party-vibe place. I'd definitely come here again! read more

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Bandit is lively with their throwback 2000s music. I would come back for drinks but would skip the food. I came here with 4 friends on New Year's Day because they were one of the few spots opened. Throughout the night, it was difficult to find our server - a good amount of tables were occupied but it wasn't super busy. We ordered - bandit special - would recommend sharing with 2-3 people - shrimp tacos - kind of plain and the tortilla was on the drier side - Nashville hot chicken - my friends enjoyed this. It's not that spicy read more

Came here for brunch with friends. We loved it here. The deejay was jammin, the space looked cool and our sever (ugh, can't remember her name, maybe Naomi, [blonde, worked upstairs on 3/31]) was so amazingly accommodating and sweet. The waffle was delicious. The short rib Benedict was do tender and flavorful. It was my favorite. The chilaquiles were also a hit. I would definitely try this restaurant again for brunch. read more

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Spacious 2 levels bar/restaurant with a fun vibe. I was there on a Saturday afternoon and went up to the 2nd level which had a DJ. Ordered some tequila shots from a very nice bartender. He was attentive and gave us suggestions on food options. We ordered the disco waffle fries which had bulgogi, cheese and kimchi. Crunchy fries and tender bulgogi which makes an umami and tasty dish starter. My friend and I definitely enjoyed the music, food and vibe at Bandit and felt very welcoming. read more

Bandit - Disco Waffle Fries - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came by today with some friends and were seated within 5 minutes at a booth table. The service was extremely nice and quick, we loved our server and the other ones checked in on us as well!! The interior is also very cute with lights everywhere. There's also TVs playing sports games if you want to go when there's a big game on. Also, the music was pop hits and had the whole place dancing a little in their seats. The bathroom decor was also a funny surprise. The food was also delicious bar food and pretty decent portion sizes. The Chicken Caesar wrap was huge and very well wrapped and loaded. The loaded fries had just the right amount of toppings to not overwhelm the fries, and the chicken in the Nashville hot chicken was definitely not too spicy. Overall: would definitely come back for lunch or even at night to enjoy the bar atmosphere. Very cool food spot in Chicago with great service. read more

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Me & the girls stopped by for happy hour after work. Got the spicy marg and if hit!! The disco waffle fries were bomb and the short rib on top was delicious. Have been here a few times but this was the best. Will be back for sure! read more

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I enjoyed our experience at Bandit. We did not have food, but the drinks were outstanding. I did the Fall's Alibi, which was so flavorful. My husband adored his Thunderbird, which is their version of an old fashioned. Our server was very kind and attentive. One thing I did notice is that their section of booth seating has the bigger style booths, which accommodate well for six-tops. Their vintage beer lighting is very cool. They also have a back section, and there was an event ending there when we walked in, so this is a place where a small event can take place. The Spears and Timberlake bathroom themes make this a fun place to take visitors, I would think! read more

Bandit - Thunderbird & Fall's Alibi - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Made a last minute reservation here for lunch on a Saturday. We were seated quickly and also got served quick as well. I got the disco waffle fries (kimchi on the side). It was pretty good, but a lot going on, so I'm thankful I didn't get the kimchi on it. The portion was pretty big so I I didn't finish and they actually still tasted good in the air fryer the next day. My friend got the Nashville hot chicken that came with scallion pancakes and she enjoyed them. I would probably go back to try something else, but it was definitely good for a quick lunch. read more

Bandit - Disco Waffle Fries & Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It's funny, I've been here to drink multiple times but the food is actually amazing! The restaurant is a nice going out vibe with tables to sit at and eat, but a full bar and great music to dance to. read more

Bandit - Sliders - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I really liked the ambiance of this restaurant! We went for brunch and got bottomless drinks. They have a few different options so you can mix and max each time you order. The music was good and lively. I order the pb & j French toast and I must say it was not my favorite. The toast was soggy and wet. The flavors were okay. Pretty sweet, not enough peanut butter flavor. read more

Bandit - PB&J French Toast - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I did a happy hour here with 7 other friends and they were able to accommodate us pretty well! Their HH menu is solid! I've noticed that while many other places have HH, their menus are always very minimal with items that aren't so exciting, however, Bandit is where it's at with the HH!!! Their drink selection was fun and yummy and the food on the HH menu was actually delicious + the portions were huge. Their alcoholic slushies are good and our server was so nice and attentive! Would definitely come back for HH! read more

Bandit - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ambient is good, food looks good but service could improve. First instance the bartender was not in a good mood, I asked for a glass of prosecco, when I got it ( the last glass from a bottle), it was pretty flat, I asked the bartender to change it and she just took a straw and tasted it and said that there were bubbles in it. I did t accept that and she opened a new bottle but her service was pretty aggressive and you can feel her anger. read more

Bandit - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Perfect sports bar perfect service from the waitress and loved the patio bar during the bears packers game, food is insanely good and well priced will be back whenever I'm in town to watch sports thanks for having us. read more

Bandit - Steak Tacos - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Bandit is a fun place for a casual round or drinks and some bites. It's not fine dining nor is it trying to be. It's a fun neighborhood bar & restaurant with good vibes, good music, nice drinks, and decent food. They've got outdoor patio seating which is lovely and lots of TVs inside to watch sports with friends. I unapologetically love their kung pao cauliflower & the disco fries are great too. read more

Good happy hour, good service and they sell half bottles of rosè. Like actual smaller bottles. You can even drink it out of a straw if you want. Fun! read more

Bandit - Hampton water rosè - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If you're a fan of loud music, pop culture, and good food, then I assume you'll like this place. I had planned to come here for brunch while visiting Chicago just based on good feedback I had gotten about it from friends and the internet. The service was great and our server was always on it and quick to refill my Bloody Mary and coffee as soon as they were out. For food I got the breakfast burrito and it was the perfect food to help get me feeling back to 100 after a night out. It was more like a breakfast chimichanga and enormous so I didn't even finish. If you're not sold on the food, at least come here for a drink and to take pictures in the themed bathrooms. read more

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Would you believe me if I told you I had a better birthday experience here than at a 1 star michelin restaurant? Ordered some food and drinks with my partner and Tiffany saw that today was my birthday, not only was kind enough to wish me a happy birthday, she went above and beyond and served me some ice cream! Tiffany thank you! You made my day :) read more

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Our food was delicious. My friends and I came here for Sunday brunch. Our waitress, Tiffany, was great, very attentive. I will definitely be back. read more

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My favorite place to go for a night of dancing in west loop! They have mainly pop music ranging from the 1995-todays times. Most songs are popular and therefore you can sing and dance along! They usually have live music as well (drums, sax, violin) which is a great addition to the experience. They also have two full bars so it's not super crowded and you can order your drinks without fighting for someone's attention. There are long lines during the weekend so to avoid waiting/paying a lot in cover, try to get there by 10:30 pm latest! read more

Bandit - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Bandit is a great place to go to for their brunch menu. I went with a bunch of friends and we tried many things: 1. Bottomless mimosas - two hour time limit for this but it's so worth it! They tasted great and our server was super quick with refilling. He literally refilled without us even having to call out which was awesome! 2. Cinnamon roll - this was pretty tasty too. Different presentation! We got to watch the f1 race as well so all in all a great brunch! read more

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After not being able to eat at Au Cheval, we ended up at this restaurant. Once we walked in, we loved the vibe. The mens restroom was an ode to 2000s pop, which put Britney Spears in the spotlight - see below. The burgers were delicious and juicy and our drinks packed a good punch. Also, our waiter was friendly and fun. The one downside was when we got the food, the price point didn't match the potion size or quality of the food. Definitely more expensive than we think it should be. Overall, good place but just make sure your wallet is ready. read more

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Some work friends and I had a going away party for a colleague at Bandit and it was absolutely delightful. The drinks, food and service were all excellent and we had a terrific time. We sat outside on the back patio (is there anything better than an adorable patio on an early summer night?) and the drinks never stopped coming. I'm not entirely sure whether the restaurant's music is chosen by guests via Touchtunes or if it's a staff-curated playlist, but it was all 2000s pop hits and we loved it. I also heard that the bathrooms were plastered in early 2000s decor. The menu is really fun and everything I tried was great - I was particularly fond of the "Frigid Bitch" frozen cocktails and the "mozz thiccs" (giant mozzarella sticks). We also had an appetizer involving pancakes and chicken and it made me smile. I would definitely visit Bandit again! ETA: patio is dog-friendly! Always a plus. read more

Bandit - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Visited once for dinner during the weeken, had the mozz sticks, chicken sandwich, and shaved ribeye sandwich. We were seated quickly, music is good, service is fast and super attentive and food is tasty! Love those mozz sticks. Went during brunch last weekend and it was busy but our server was awesome!! I forgot their name but they kept the drinks flowing and the food was delish! Loved the Nashville tenders, they were super hot, kind of sweet with a bit of spice. It was good! read more

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I would give this place 10 stars if it was possible! We were able to grab a spot on the patio and our service was incredible. The manager, Fran, went above and beyond. 3000/10, would recommend!!!!! read more

If you are a Justin Timberlake fan, this is the place to go to for the bathroom if you use the ladies room, he is plastered all of the joint! Think Brittany Spears is in the men's room. No idea what those themes are about. That aside, this was a good brunch experience. The space itself is cool and huge! The feel and vibe is cool and laid back. Considering it is Fulton Market, we didn't have issues parking (Spot Hero is my hero). I don't normally go downtown for brunch because it can be a hassle. That said, I could go back here for the food and the cinnamon rolls and that Diplomat burger. First let's start with the Diplomat: Slagel farms beef burgers, crispy shallots, Merkt's sharp cheddar, bacon jam, dill pickles, caramelized onion aioli, parker house rolls. Enough to split with four people, but man I could get this as an entrée, it was so good. Being a sweet and savory woman, this paired well with the cinnamon rolls, which were on the large size and not too sweet, which works for me. For my entrée I got the Short Rib Benedict (bulgogi short rib, poached egg, cotija, lemon hollandaise, crispy potato hash). I would do this dish again, the lemon hollandaise was good. Not many places prepare it with extra lemon, so this was a win for me. They do serve bottomless mimosas, but at $35 a pop for 2 hours, that was not cost effective for me, so I went with a bottle of rose prosecco instead. It was more money but at least I knew I was getting bubbles and not OJ with a splash of bubbles. There seemed to be a lot of people walking in to get a table, but I would recommend a reservation as it seemed people had to wait a while to get a table. Service was good and our person was attentive and on top of things, making sure we were taken care of. I could definitely see myself coming back here if only for The Diplomat and cinnamon rolls. read more

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Attended a Sunday Brunch here. Definitely more of a relaxed environment compared to other brunch spots in the city , but a good time. Bottomless mimosas offered with fresh juice. I recommend sharing the mozzarella sticks ,they are so big and delicious! I had the disco waffle fries that comes with meat and kimchi. Bigger portions so it's a good idea to share if you're going with friends. read more

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Cute restaurant for a date night or girls night out. Yummy food with good portions. Tasty cocktails. Cute ambiance and excellent service.

Fun, cute, delicious spot, in a cute area, with fun bathrooms, good music, and friendly staff. Stopped by for a couple of drinks and an appetizer, after getting Levain cookies, from across the street. Great selection of drinks, btw. The bulgogi waffle fries are really good (Korean bulgogi, kimchee, cheddar cheese, green onion, on top of waffle fries). All of the food looked really good, to be honest. Would definitely come back next time I'm in Chicago. Great upcoming area, known as the West Loop. Oh yea, the bathrooms are funny: ladies- walls covered floor to ceiling in Justin Timberlake with JT playing. The fellas- same, but with Britney Spears. Haha! read more

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I cannot believe that a great cocktail bar exists in the doucherie of the west loop. This place is missing the typical try-hard attitude you usually get in this neighborhood. The vibe is effortlessly cool. The food is great. The staff really friendly. It's a place you want to be. I'm a woman who prefers girth and their burrito delivered. It was huge. Stuffed with eggs, chorizo, crispy potatoes and cheese, I was glad that our server, Nicholas, talked me into it. It was delicious on a chilly fall morning. That's exactly the kind of girth you want in your mouth. My daughter got the Chicken and Waffles. Having been on some kind of diet for 25 yrs, I've oddly never had chicken and waffles. This waffle was legitimately a Belgian waffle. And a great one at that. I haven't had many memorable waffles in the US. -Americans typically think any waffle made in a Belgian waffle iron is a Belgian waffle. Bandit's was delicious. Only better because it was piled with their fried chicken. My only regret was that my daughter didn't ask for the sauce on the side. I'd have preferred it less saucy. It might have been breakfast, but Mimosas are too hit and miss for me and I don't love Bloody Marys. I ordered a Shady Lady. -Tequila, Cointreau, Agave, and Lime. No one was skimping on the alcohol. It was a strong drink. Especially at breakfast Nicholas asked my daughter if she wanted him to bring her a mocktail. He suggested a Mojito and she loved it. Service was spot on. Staff really friendly. Vibe was really cool. I love everything about this place. For dates. For girlfriends. And minors are welcome before 9pm, so families can come here too. -someone should explain this to my cab driver who yelled at me as he drove me to our destination. Smh read more

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What a dope bar/restaurant! It's so unique, and has such an original nostalgic Chicago aesthetic. Was suggested to come here solely off of the bathrooms, and let me tell you- they do NOT disappoint! They also have a classic American fare-style menu, with a necessary dish called "My Girlfriend Isn't Hungry", which will soothe your drunken soul at the proper time. I had what seemed to be a Whiskey Smash, and it was refreshing. There is also a hot cocktails menu including boozy hot cocoa. The service is also attentive and welcoming. Was visiting Chicago when I stumbled in here; will definitely be back. read more

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Came here to check the place out on a Saturday and was met by a rude host at the front. No hello or welcome, just a "you can't walk past me, there's an event going on" in which I never did walk past her. Would never come here after a passive aggressive comment, the establishment gives off a discriminatory vibe after this. read more

Crispy mozz thiccs were nice and crispy on the outside with a firm mozzarella cheese pull. Kale and artichoke dip was a classic item - can't go wrong here. Kung Pao cauliflower was delicious with a slight kick from the chili peppers. Chicken quesadilla was stuffed! Plenty of sour cream, guac, and hot sauce. Their menu is limited for veggie options, but every veggie item was tasty. read more

Bandit - Crispy mozz thiccs. Kale & Artichoke Dip. - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Fun bar with a nice happy hour and Christmas decorations (went in Dec). Came during a weekday and while it was busy downstairs, upstairs had a decent amount of bar space and booths. We ordered a few drinks and it came out to be less than $35. The bartender was super friendly read more

Bandit - Christmas decorations - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Came for brunch. I got the chicken and waffles and my husband got the short rib Benedict. Deya was great! Love the vibe in here too.

We were 6 minutes late to our reservation because of traffic and they gave up our table. No call no nothing. They have a kids menu as their main menu and we were still willing to try it. Luckily Bar Siena across the street sat us right away, had real food, and great drinks. Walk across the street, don't go to Bandit! read more

We went for Brunch, and loved the eclectic decor and vibe. I ordered the Short rib Benedict with the lemon hollandaise on the side(wasn't sure I'd like the lemon)and it wonderful!! I did like the hollandaise as well, but did like that I could control the amount on the dish. The eggs were fluffy and perfectly done, this meal was the best that I had during our visit to Chicago! Anthony, our server was absolutely amazing and made our time there and experience perfect!! Will definitely be making this a must do when I come back to Chicago(maybe less mimosas though ) read more

Bandit - Short Rib Benedict - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I decided to go to Bandit for brunch one day after taking a spin class in the Fulton Market area. My two friends and I were seated right away. The vibes are very fun and colorful as well. The staff is friendly and accommodating. My friends and I all ordered the same breakfast sandwich. It consisted of breakfast sausage, fried egg, sharp american, alabama white sauce, and a fried green tomato on a toasted english muffin. I am always on the hunt for the best breakfast sandwich in the city. Bandit's is satisfying and solid. The flavors mesh well together and the white sauce is heavenly. The sandwich also came with a side of breakfast potatoes which were delicious and perfectly seasoned. I am docking Bandit one star because I was not impressed with my espresso martini. I found it to be mediocre and almost a bit weak. Overall, Bandit is a busy, vibrant spot with solid food. read more

Bandit - Breakfast sandwich - American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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