Tucked upstairs at The Soho House in the West Loop and sitting behind a set of saloon doors, Fox Bar is an absolute unexpected speakeasy vibe for cocktails and a good time! We wandered in after dinner nearby and wanted a chill cocktail, we got the cocktail, not so much the chill...and that was 100% okay with us once we realized what we came upon at the top of that staircase. While small, they have all the goods for classic cocktails and even several house curated drinks. You can basically get dealers choice, which is a rotating house cocktail and it will run you around $13, which is the price that most cocktails came in at. The drink menu is seasonal and changes often, but they still sling all the classics and really anything you can think of. My partner went with a house cocktail, but I was after an espresso martini...and honestly, this doesn't seem like an espresso martini place, but they came through and it was a delightful nightcap for sure! Service was stellar, the bartenders were chill, engaged, friendly and efficient. Overall, solid spot for a cocktail in the West Loop - Definitely worth the trip in and up those stairs! read more

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Been to Fox bar several years in a row (first encounter was back in 2018), and it usually doesn't disappoint. The staff is friendly and helpful (even got a free glass of champagne to celebrate my friend's birthday). It's an easy spot to walk into and, if you're lucky, plop down on one of the seats until closing. The bar's a little hidden in the SoHo house building, and once you're inside behind the swinging saloon doors you're welcomed by a cosy dive bar setting. If there are three things that made the experience this time around less optimal: the bar seemed to have attracted some rowdy/intrusive drunks (we got harassed a few times), the bar area itself had a puke-y smell going on, and the time it takes to get a drink can be quite long. read more

Cute and cozy in there! Nice bartender, was a nice place to wait for our Berenjak reservation. I liked my smoke show. read more

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I'd heard good reviews about this bar so my friend and I decided to check it out. When looking up the address it looked like it was in the Soho house. We went in to the lobby and all we saw was a lobby bar so we decided to go up the steps to the second floor. The second floor looked like it was an empty event space. We saw saloon style doors and pushed them open and there was fox bar! I didn't realize it was a speakeasy. The vibe in there felt as if I was back in the 70's. They had a $12 bartenders choice cocktail which was a mint julep. It tasted great, not too sweet like other ones I've had. read more

This is a hidden bar within Soho house. It is small and they have a small cocktail menu. You can also leave the immediate bar to the open area which has tables and sofas. Big open space. Overall, kinda like a hidden gem. read more

Tim behind the bar is high quality, efficient, and good for a conversation! Made an incredible espresso martini! Thanks again! read more

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Great hidden bar in soho house with excellent espresso martinis. It is a lot cozier and smaller than I expected, but we were still able to snag a seat on a Friday night. The Christmas decorations were pretty but not as decked out as I thought it'd be either. Otherwise a fun time to grab a cocktail! read more

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Tiny little speakeasy upstairs at SoHo. Usually a DJ. Very dimly lit in the best way. read more

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Felt like a Lad here. The beer and a shot for $12 really brings it home for me. Highly recommend

Having a girls' night with some friends and this has been on my list for quiet some time. It is a cozy spot and we got in there early enough on a Thursday to snag a table. I did not like my drink but I enjoyed the vibe. As it for a little Later, the music was super loud and the place got crowded so it was definitely hard to have a convo. read more

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Best bar in Chicago, possibly in the world! The bartenders are personable and fun to talk to. Shoutout Robbie, Tim, Santi, and Kesley. The barback is a spry and spunky little guy who's super hot and is really good at picking up glasses and cleaning them. I heard that the barback also draws everything on the mirrors, they're a very talented artist! My new favorite spot in west loop, I hope that every time I go, that funny little barback is working! read more

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Very cool hotel bar. It's inside Soho House, you go to the right, past the downstairs bar, which is called The Allis, and up the stairs. Enter through the Old West saloon style doors. On a Thursday night the place was uncomfortably packed, so we had our drinks downstairs in the lobby. The drinks are solid, you can't go wrong with one of their signatures or a classic. With tax and tip, drinks will cost about $19-20 apiece, but we enjoyed them. Nice staff, too. read more

this place looks so cute on the inside, and had all these nice polaroids but there was a weird vibe inside terms of the workers... for context i went with my friend and went up to the bar clearly wanting to order a drink but the guy who was bartending last night just kept skipping over me and my friend. he then tried to take someone else's order and the people pointed to us bc we were *clearly* waiting to order. so instead of just asking us what we want he threw the menu on the table in front of us and started moving around behind the bar with this pinched expression - it was comical. other than that i would say it's a place for couples bc that was majority of groups in there -- thursday night btw read more

Cute hidden bar upstairs at SoHo. Go up the south stairs and look for the swinging doors that say bar service only. Not sure why it says that when you can order (pizza) pies? read more

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Whimsical lights strung around the ceiling, as I propelled the swing doors open. I scanned the room, and immediately felt at home: a few tables, a wall of Polaroids, soft lighting, and a handsome drink menu. This little bar den is extremely hard to find; but once you find it, you'll find yourself in a cozy den. Fox Bar. We sat around a four person wooden round table. I ordered a Ginger Snap Hot Toddy. Another thing to warm my soul. Every cocktail on the menu was unique. Small place with a menu that packs a punch. Noise level was quiet at first, but it didn't take long for this place to fill up. Secret's out. Honestly, not sure if I can keep this place a secret. Fox Bar has snuggled its way into my top favorite bars in Chicago. read more

OMG, I so don't want other people to mess this place up. But, Tim and crew are f'ing amazing. I love this place and I hope they never go away!!!! read more

Me and the bestie took a stop at this gem after seeing a concert at the United Center. It was a little busy, but great atmosphere. The drinks were decently priced, especially for the amount of alcohol in them. (I couldn't even finish mine!) I would def come back to try a different one! read more

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Great place and your old fashioned drinks are the best. I enjoyed the experience of getting to your bar.

Cool place to enjoy some well-crafted cocktails. We came before a dinner reservation at a nearby restaurant, so it was earlier in the evening and not too busy yet. Since it's basically a little tucked away room with less than ten tables, I was happy we were able to snag one. We also snagged a phenomenal bartender! While my friends both ordered off the regular cocktail menu, I was being annoyingly indecisive; without hesitating he asked what type of base spirit I liked, followed by a series of other questions, and offered to craft me something special. Hell yea! It turned out amazing, and both my friends liked their cocktails too. An all around win for fox bar. read more

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Very nice and intimate setting - old school vibes. The bartenders are really friendly. Only complaint: a little cramped read more

dis bar FUX. joe pesci's gold teeth. delicious don't drink too many or will kick you in the teeth!!! saloon doors is a vibe. read more

I love Fox bar - it's tucked away and I don't think I would have found it if my friend hadn't shown it to me. You go up to the second floor of SoHo House and through some swinging doors on the left to enter a cozy space. They have Polaroid pictures up on one wall and wooden decor. Overall this bar has an intimate atmosphere that makes it a perfect place to take a date. The cocktails are phenomenal! I highly recommend them. If you have questions, the bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable. Just tell them what you're in the mood for and they'll point you in the right direction. Cocktails are $13 a drink. I tried 3 different drinks: the Top Shape Cocktail, the One Man Army, and a drink with absinthe in it. Definitely try the Top Shape Cocktail! The bartender recommended it as one of the best drinks and we weren't disappointed. read more

Fox Bar - Top Shape Cocktail (left) and The Stolen Zamboni (right) - Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Interesting, dive bar located inside SoHo hotel. When you walk in the hotel, you have to go up the stairs on the right. Once you walk past the saloon doors, you're in a small, intimate place with a DJ playing music and bartenders doing their thing. Got the gin and tonic and a mezcal drink. Liked both of them, G&T was refreshing but I liked the mezcal drink better. It was very well balanced and couldn't taste the smokiness of the mezcal. Overall good spot for a late night cap or drinks after dinner. Bit packed and may not be the best place for a conversation. read more

Very vibey bar with old library/cabin feels. Good cocktails, nice staff, and very cozy seating. Love going there on a date but could also bring a group of friends. A local favorite spot for sure. read more

My girlfriend and I arrived early for our Girl and the Goat reservations. Since they couldn't seat us, we decided to walk around and stumbled upon Fox Bar. It's got a speakeasy vibe to it, mostly because it's pretty hard to find. Through the saloon doors, it's got a vintage decor all over the place, dim lighting, great spot to hang out while waiting for your dinner reservations, or even just to hang out. The bartenders were super attentive and helpful when it came to selecting drinks. We got Top Shape and Genever Fizz, both very unique combinations and delicious. A great bar to visit, definitely recommend! read more

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I don't know if this is a true speakeasy bar, but a bar that can be easily missed twice and makes you ask for directions on how to get here qualifies for one in my book! The bar's sign on the outside of Soho House is inconspicuous, and the name is written in small letters on the dark door. Once you're inside Soho House, it's not apparent where to go to get to Fox Bar. However, the Soho House bartender directed us up the stairs on our right. As you walk up the stairs, you see the name again written in small letters on a stand. At the top of the stairs, you walk down the hallway and can miss the bar but it's actually hidden behind saloon doors on your left! Very cool. This is a very intimate bar with dim lighting and perfect for a group setting or date. Tables have candles, and the atmosphere just exudes a sexy vibe. The bar has small Moscow Mules hanging and $2 bills plastered on the cabinets behind the bar. Seating is first-come, first-serve. Fortunately, our group of four found a table at 8:30pm on a Friday night. Around 9:00pm, all the tables were taken. I ordered the Catt Damon while my friend ordered the Shannon Rose. The Catt Damon was only alright, but I love the name! The drink is not too sweet or tart, but it didn't blow me away. However, the Shannon Rose was amazing and had a unique flavor that hits you right away and makes you say, "Wow!" So next time I come here, I'm totally ordering the Shannon Rose or trying a new drink. There aren't servers here to take your drink order, so you'll need to order at the bar. Service was decent. We were able to order fairly quickly, and the bartender provided recommendations on what to order. Cocktails are $12 each. Add this to the list of cute bars that can cover your facial imperfections due to dim lighting. read more

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A cool ambiance, fun drinks (seasonal gin & tonic), and the DJ was playing vinyls. Super fun and different

We were wandering around West Loop after dinner trying to decide which bar to go to. So happy we found this one! You probably won't find it just walking around, since it's pretty hidden- you have to be either looking for it or be pretty lucky to stumble upon it. I love the vibe of this place. It's tucked away on the second floor next to the SoHo house, behind some saloon style doors. As soon as I saw the entrance, I knew I'd love this place. Decor is everything! The drinks were pretty good too- kinda strong if that's what you're into! I would love to come back here, especially during the holidays. I hear they have special seasonal drinks that I would love to try! read more

Big on cocktails so we searched for the best spot in Chicago for drinks and landed here. The Fox bar had a really nice vibe, record playing with a little bit of everything in the music genre​. Got us two seats at the corner of the bar, and was greeted by Will. Will could automatically tell we weren't​ the typical "vodka and club soda" and proceeded to make us cocktails. Hands down, phenomenal​. The consistency​ of the flavor​ he was making were insane. He made me a gin and ginger (FRESH) basil or rosemary, I don't​ even remember but he joked "It's like you're getting drunk and healthy at the same time". Really cool dude, really great atmosphere and overall highly recommended if you enjoy ridiculous creations​. Trust the bartenders! They know what they are doing. Cannot wait to come back and visit. read more

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They've got a great, cozy Christmas bar! Very nicely decorated and the bartenders are awesome! Delicious drinks and a festive atmosphere!

Fox bar has cute decor that gives it a cozy vibe, but the actual bar is often too crowded to actually facilitate the coziness. The cocktails are tasty. read more

Caucasian doorman let everyone in but my Asian friends tonight. Pure discrimination and had the gall to say every person he allowed in (non ethnic) had a table..when they clearly didn't and went straight to the bar. There are plenty of bars that are much better in the area that deserves your money and business. read more

Great bar. It does get a little crowded, but I'm sure if you come earlier in the night, then you'll be fine.

Blonde guy behind bar was already drunk when we got there. I ordered our drink, tried to chitchat with him while we wait, got to know he is one of the owners of this place, before the drink was even ready he flips out out of nowhere. None of us said anything that would provoke any reasonable person. Called me a "Bitch" and then tried really hard to persuade us that he would "Fuck us up EASILY". Then he proceeded to walk out of the bar table and approached us , pushed my buddy as we were putting our jacket on and leaving. You have some alcohol anger issues buddy, even the bouncer a few blocks down the street knows you. read more

Had a blast year - drinks are strong and music is bumping on a weekend. Loved my Negroni, and the second and third. Ha. A really nice vibe for a cocktail and good vibes - when you want to go out but don't want to be smushed at a club or a crowded bar. It's elegantly turned up. read more

Very small yet cool bar. The bartenders were very knowledgeable about the drinks and my gf surprisingly liked the drink he recommended. That doesn't happen often. The Scottish ale I had was insanely good. It reminded me of a smooth Guinness. I'd come back if I was close enough just to try the food as well. read more

What a great place to spend time with friends. While waiting for an event to start, stopped in for some libations. The tender was great, the selection of high test distillates out of this world! Multiple bottles of Pappy! Reasonably priced, even better. If you are in the area, I highly recommend pulling a stool at the bar and staying a while. read more

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One of my favorite cocktail bars in West Loop. Pro-tip: go early, as there are no reservations and the small bar fills up quickly. Highly recommend having the bar make you their own, off-menu creation based on what you like. Perfect atmosphere for a romantic date night. read more

Oh Foxy lady! You've seduced me with your sexy saloon style doors that stand in stark contrast to this hip and bustling area of the West Loop. It almost feels like a secret club or speakeasy. Ascend the stairs at the south end of the Soho House lounge and look for the doors on the left, just before Chicken Shop. Seating is always plentiful, even though this bar is small. The vibe is fun, and refreshingly low key. Attentive bar tenders, attractive cocktails and great local draft brews await your call. My discerning beer loving friends and I often find ourselves bar hopping around the hood. Fox Bar has nudged it's way into the rotation with Beer Bistro and Lone Wolf. It's one of my favorite bars around. And you probably didn't even know it was there. read more

Overall: A hidden gem in the heart of West Loop, definitely stop here if you want to sneak away and have some seriously good cocktails. The good: Secluded and intimate atmosphere. A great hideaway spot that a lot of people pass by. No super loud music, dark yet inviting lighting, and the cocktails steal the show. The two that I had were each amazing in their own way, but the standout was the One Man Army was perfect. Plus, they have a good beer selection and any liquor you could want. Lots of interesting decor to top it all off. The not-so-good: More cocktail selections? Meh, that's pretty nitpicky. They were amazing. Atmosphere: 10/10 Service: 9/10 Drinks: 10/10 read more