Adult vibes! Cool laid back after work during the week nice spot to grab a bite and a nice drink…read more The Bar stars were great! We received good service with a smile! The food is what brought me to the den! And the fried chicken and shrimp did not disappoint! It was very seasoned and fresh. I really enjoyed the fried chicken and shrimp!

Cashier/Food Handler Customer Service Needs Major Improvement The Young Man Asked Me "Where Do You…read moreSee This Item On The Menu." Instead Of Just Letting Me Know What Combos They Sell. Good Music But Customer Service Is Very Disappointing & Distasteful.!

This used to be the go-to local bar to blow off steam after a tough day at work. The clientele is…read morecomprised of a really cool mix of local south- siders (read: White Sox fans!) and UChicago staff/students. There is an epic wall mural that features different aspects of the city, including a huge Barack Obama head. As I said: epic. The bar is separated into two distinct parts, divided by a counter/tables in the center (you have to walk all the way around if you want to switch sides or move at the tables). On one side is the bar and a few TVs to watch the games, giving it a louder sports bar kind of vibe. On the other side there are a bunch of tables--almost like picnic tables. It feels very communal and laid-back. It's a place you can sip on drinks and easily spend time with a group of friends. The Cove is very group-friendly. My favorite part? My friend brings his dog there and it's no problem. Is this bar a dive? Yes. Do I care? No. Do I actually love it? Absolutely. Best bar on the area, hands down.

The owner Sonnie Kireta and his security Milton Brawner used excessive force brutally assaulting my…read moreson who was a 3 year patron. My son had to leave in a ambulance,. had to go through wound care and physical therapy, unfortunately he had to learn that no where is a safe space and Bars in Hyde Park are not safe just because it is Hyde Par. Milton the security and owner had been drinking as well that night that's what I was told.. Beware this is not a safe place. The matter is still allegedly still being investigated we n witnesses it wss April 23 2026 because they won't release the entire video footage because it probably would incriminate the. I am still disgusted! I guess they have special privileges... Cancel the Cove .....

Friendly people. Nice drinks. Come for the happy hour. I myself enjoyed the WALKING distance.read more

Nice place great atmosphere. Bouncers made you feel safe and secure. Cool people. Great drinks…read moregreat service.

Just like one of many neighborhood bars, you go to have a good time and drunk lol. Seriously you…read moredon't have to to get drunk but know that every pour is a heavy one here. Shout out to Red, who made sure that my cup was filled each time. The food was good and the vibes were good.

Great service, superb cocktails and good bar fair food. I thoroughly enjoy the establishmentread more

A very nice place from the outside but lately they have closed off their windows which is sort of…read moreunderstandable after the accident with the car. I haven't seen any cars in the lot lately. I hope they are still open.

The owner hosted a taco Tuesday happy hour from 6-8pm we get there at 7::30pm he told me to hold on…read morebc he was on a important call came back at 8:14pm to take my order I asked will uu homer the flyer bc we was here before 8 pm he told me nawl bc he was in the phone with a important call that wasn't his fault and tried to charge me crazy prices wasn't happy then they said it would be comedy show no comedy show what so ever was had

Good vibes good fun and good comedy on Tuesday nights. Got to check it out. Friendly atmosphere…read morealso

Cozy little dive bar for old heads & OGs. If you are lookin for a poppin spot this aint it, but the…read morevibes are there & the staff is pleasant. I would come here for drinks & nothing else. No tvs, hookahs etc but there is a small patio where you can smoke out back. You've been warned!

We had a great time at this local lounge celebrating my mother in love for her birthday! Nice size…read morebar and Kayla the bartender was AMAZING! Great drinks and reasonable prices! It's a cool bar with plenty of seating. I believe it's a 40 year old and up bar so it's a seasoned group of folks! Love supporting local bars!

Friends stopped in to celebrate passing finals and were met with over intoxicated males who…read moreassaulted them in bar and outside in parking lot. Thanks Chicago Police for attending to our out of town guests, taking a report and making them feel safe.

Went here with my buddy from Chicago and I must say that I had a great time!…read moreAll the bartenders were amazing! My glass didn't stay empty too long before they were checking on me. I must say though that the ambiance was what really did it for me. I'm a man of a certain age and I really appreciate seeing beautiful women just having a great time. And there was plenty of these women in the house that night! Seriously, the atmosphere, the music and the drinks just made for a perfect night. I can't wait to go back!

Street parking is tricky. Can't park out front after 10pm. Although some still do. There is…read moreresidential parking. Nice ambience inside. Mainly one large bar. Seats around it so if you want a seat arrive early. It gets packed. A few tables on the side and near dj. There is a additional smaller bar in the back. The drinks are typically priced $10-15. I was there on a Saturday they had a deal 3 shots of cazordas tequila for $13 . Me and my people had a time. Music is a mix of new and old school hip-hop and R-n-B. No food sold. Sometimes it's people selling food outside. Overall a nice place to come out for a cocktail.

A great hidden gem!! I enjoy visiting this establishment on Thursday nights when the grown folks…read moreare out. The drinks are decent, and the music is always on point. The place has two bars on the opposite side of the room, a dance floor towards the back and an designated area all the way in the back for the cigar smokers. The area can be questionable due to the vacant lot next door and some abandoned buildings.

They are ok, they overcharged me $50 and door having the managers number and communicating my…read moreissue, no resolve ever came of this. They also could use some consistent food connect or company. The music was good.

With trendy decor and a unique variety of drinks, Best Bar is 100% a hidden gem. I'm not sure why…read morethis place isn't more popular, but this is your sign to stop by! We stopped by around 9:30pm on a Saturday after unsuccessfully trying to find a spot at some neighboring bars. The bartender was super friendly and attentive, making everyone feel right at home. The vibe itself sits somewhere between a dive and cocktail bar, so it's a great spot to relax if you want to feel just a little fancy without actually having to dress up. I can't remember the exact names, but the drinks we opted for were essentially unique takes on a lychee martini and espresso pistachio martini. The lychee martini was not too sweet at all and had a lovely, refreshing hint of pear with a tasty, crunchy sugar rim. The espresso martini was super creamy without being rich, and was also very pistachio forward. I love when what seems to be an amalgamation of flavors comes together into a perfectly balanced whole, and these drinks hit the mark. I will absolutely be back to try more of the menu, and can't recommend this spot enough if you find yourself in the area!

Always a good pure and inviting vibe in this place…read more The bartenders are really nice and quick with service. Theres a lounge area and a displays of tvs to watch as well. They serve thc drinks for those who garden and dont drink alcohol! I love the bars that have them.