My hubby and I were looking for a place with good drinks and decided to try this place. We parked…read moreand almost passed by the place because its like a small little bar with very little signage. It was before 6pm so we were able to find a seat. I think they have seats for only 25 people so prepare to stand when it gets busy. Our bartender was Edward and he was really nice. I ordered a Tiramisu Martini and then a Porn Star Martini. They were both good, but I preferred the Porn Star one. We also ordered a Smash Burger, which was actually from Holt's, connected to this bar. That burger was tasty - brioche bun & onions = yum. The chips it came with were crunchy. The Bacon popcorn was good but way too salty for me. Im glad we found this little bar and plan on coming back in the future.

We went out with Park Ridge friends last weekend and they took us to this charming bar. I read a…read morefew reviews that said that Pines Room has a small town vibe. I disagree--I am a Chicago boy and it has a big city hidden gem quality about it. In fact, they promote themselves as a speakeasy. Of course you can get any cocktail you want, but my husband and I both opted for a special strawberry cocktail made with Hendrick's gin. It was refreshing, not too sweet, and garnished with a dehydrated lemon slice. Perfect! Our friends both ordered old fashioned cocktails that looked equally as good. It was a Saturday night and this tiny bar was jam-packed. We had to stand, but it was okay because we had only stopped in for one drink before heading to another restaurant for dinner. The bartenders were friendly and efficient. Prices are not inexpensive, but average to what you'd find in a downtown Chicago restaurant. If you''re looking for a cool place to hang in Park Ridge with a craft cocktail and have a small bite (they have a limited food menu, too), Pines Room is the place.

The food, the service and the ambiance were amazing!! I highly recommend this place!!read more

Dined here during my stay at the Rose hotel. This restaurant & lounge is nicely situated just off…read morethe lobby and has a great atmosphere. I found the staff to be delightful! I was traveling alone, and on my arrival night at the hotel, I had a beer at the bar and enjoyed chatting with the bartenders. In the morning, I returned to get some work done over breakfast and coffee. I went with the omelette- which is build your own- and a latte. The meal came with big smashes potatoes on the side, along with sourdough bread & jam. Enjoyed my drink as well, made with Starbucks coffee & added vanilla. The breakfast was a whopping $30 however, which I find kind of wild. Is it just that it's because the restaurant is inside a hotel? Maybe these are typical Chicago prices? Either way, plan to spend a fair bit to dine here.

Inside the A Loft hotel lobby, this lobby bar is lacking in service…read more I arrived in the EMPTY bar & sat at a table near the bar. The Hispanic bartender was writing on some papers. He looked up at me, made eye contact & went back to writing. He continued writing (I took this as a challenge & started timing his ignorance). After 10 minutes of patiently waiting for him to come ask if I'd like a drink or food menu, I went up to the bar and asked if he could help me. He asked "what do you want?" "I'm thinking of a drink, since this is a bar, and maybe something to eat if you have a menu." A Woodford old fashioned was $20 - this location doesn't warrant Las Vegas pricing. Service sucks - night 2 was a replay. I watched 2 other groups of customers sit at a table, were ignored and then have to walk up to the bar to order and fetch their drinks.

I was able to snag a quick snack before bed. The bar tender was awesome had drinks and it was goodread more

I can't recommend coming here highly enough, especially if you're hanging out at the bar. First…read moreoff, their cocktail offerings are EXTENSIVE! Something for everyone, including those who want to venture into some funky flavors. But more importantly, their staff are incredible. I've been to a lot of tiki bars lately where the ambiance is great, the drinks are great, but the folks running the show aren't all that engaged. Here everyone was supporting each other, bantering about what drinks best suit a customer's request, and generally just trying to have a good time in the post-midnight-on-a-Friday delirium. That kind of energy makes for such a great time for everyone there. And it wasn't just one or two people working, but maybe about a dozen wrapping up the night. Kevin was more or less the star of my bar experience, but I wish I could have gotten everyone's name because they each played a part in my great time there. If you have one rum-focused bar you can visit in the Chicago area make it this one. You won't regret it.

Super cute spot for Halloween! The bar and indoor space have some fun decorations, but the outdoor…read moretent is where most of the spooky, scary magic happens. Definitely adds to the Halloween vibe! One thing to note is that groups of six or more are charged an automatic 20% gratuity. I usually tip that much anyway, but combined with the pricey, smaller-sized drinks, it felt a little excessive. Overall, a fun place to check out for some Halloween spirit!

The vibe just wasn't vibing here. I felt like I had to get a little too loud for the bartender to…read morehear us. I don't think the music was too loud, so I don't get why it was hard for her to hear us. When we asked for the tab she was going to charge me for a casa amigos mix drink and not the well drink. So I did have to correct her, we only have 2 drinks and 2 shots. We did notice she was very attentive to her regulars, but we definitely felt the difference as new people.

Don't patronage this business if you are a person of color!!!! Me and some friends went here today…read morefor some drinks and food. We wanted a particular drink on the menu and were told by Borgina? that the drink I wanted was too expensive for us to order. This was the craziest thing because the customer determines what they can afford and not the server. She was extremely rude and unprofessional and I will not ever go back to this place. Please do yourself a favor and don't go either.

We were very disappointed with the New Year's Eve show we saw at 6:30pm ran by smoothchicago.com…read more First of all why wasn't the Ice Bar up and running? It was NY Eve! We had to go all the way down to the hotel bar which is not handy at all. The seating was so tight in the Montrose Room you could barely get around, especially with no coat check. The sound system was not good. The Drummer had 7 mics on him and he was way too loud. You could barely hear the younger keyboard guy (forgot his name), even Althea Rene had to ask for him to be turned up. It has been many years since we were last at the Montrose Room and saw Norman Brown perform. Things were so much better back then and worth the tix price. Please ditch those tv tray type tables that tip easily with something better to put your drink on. You can do better! As to not just complain, we did enjoy the musicians and overall we enjoyed their music. Plus it was fun to dress up and go out to hear live music for New Year's Eve. However, to pay good money for the tix and pay a lot for parking, just to be left disappointed saddened us. Not enough effort was put into the whole experience.

A bonafide live music venue outside the city limits? Believe it!…read more I have the feeling the luxe Montrose Room won't be a well-kept suburban secret for much longer. Housed in the seriously chic InterContinental hotel, this intimate music venue boasts ringside cabaret seating and killer acoustics. It's obvious they poured a large investment in making sure the sound is top-notch! Right outside the doors leading into the Montrose Room is the Ice Bar. The specialty cocktails are made with some of my favorite things: St-Germain, champagne floats, passion fruit juice, and lychee vodka among other sexy ingredients. For the man in your life? Some stellar whisky, bourbon and cognac selections. Tip: Don't forget to have your parking validated by a bartender on the way out and you'll only pay $5. And, be sure to take a stroll around the hotel - the art collection is FAB.

Very unusual spot, good beer and great staff. I hope to return. It's in a little industrial area…read morewhere you would not expect to find a little gem like this.

This brewery is tucked away in an industrial park, which can make it a little hard to find--but…read moreit's absolutely worth seeking out. Once you're inside, they've done a great job creating a relaxed, fun atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. Every time we've visited, the people have been extremely friendly, and that's honestly a big reason we keep going back. It feels welcoming and genuine, not pretentious. The beers are local and really good, with a wide selection--perfect if you're with a group that likes different styles. There's something for everyone. Definitely worth the stop if you're in the area.

Nice server. Fish was ok. Steak was perfect. Soup was ok. Dessert was over the top! Must try the…read moretriple chocolate cheesecake!! To die for. Great perk for a black card holder.

When visiting the TEN Lounge in Rivers casino, we noticed…read moreballoons by the hostess desk, naturally we asked about them. We were told the hostess, Dawn was nominated for employee of the quarter. Dawn is well deserving of this award. Dawn is always very helpful and friendly! Dawn is a great asset to the TEN team! Lucky to have her!

My lovely wife and I were in between shopping and a comedy show in suburban Rosemont, so we decided…read moreto pop into Kings Rosemont for a bite to eat. Kings is a pretty large facility with games (notably bowling) along with food and beverage service. We sat at the bar, and a World Cup soccer match was broadcast on several large screens. Our kind server Derrion pointed out some of their specials, so we went with that sales pitch and ordered a couple of beers and apps. The pork dumplings were not one of the specials, but I liked them a bit better than the discounted items that we ordered. The nacho platter featured shredded pork, and we asked for the jalapenos on the side. We split the smashburger, which was served with waffle fries. The beers were cold and refreshing, as were the cups of water.

Here for a private corporate event for a conference and had a blast. Not from the area so I wasn't…read moresure what to expect but the venue was open and spacious, with many bowling lanes in the front and additional lanes in the back. Initially we were in the main area by the bar and decided to move closer to the back by the arcade which ended up being much more cramped. I also had to bring balls from the front to the back so is recommend the front if there's an option. There were fun games in the arcade and 2 bars for service as well as booth seating throughout. Food was brought out and just okay. My faves were the buffalo wontons, avocado crostini and Korean bbq meatballs. Hot honey chicken sliders were okay. I'd pass on the meatball sandwich and sliders. The food was not hot so that impacted my experience. Not sure if these were special menu items though. Had a fun time bowling and wish we had one at home!

The Lot lounge is operated by the Polish Airlines; so it definitely has a European flair. The food…read moresection includes some Pierogi a Polish specialty that looks like a ravioli. A nice desert section either some Cheesecake with Honey Roasted Fruit. A Matcha White Chocolate Mousse. Some Murgh Maklani Butter Chicken with Safran rice. My God the food section is simply exquisite for an airport! The staff is super friendly and you even have lounge chairs to relax. This is definitely a nice stop before an international flight!

This lounge is brand new, clean and quiet! The chairs are so comfortable and the food is classy and…read moredelicious. Everyone working here was really friendly and the service was very attentive. It has a little no food allowed work area in addition to a larger lounge where you can eat. Definitely a comfortable way to spend a few hours before a flight! They also have showers!