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    GoodFunk

    3.8 (40 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Snehal D.

    Just your regular wine bar. Okay selection of wines. It was a lil hot inside, maybe need to improve the ventilation? Lil slow with service. Staff was busy chitchatting among themselves so. More on @thefoodblogie on insta.

    Anita P.

    Very well lit and cute wine bar. The bartender was very knowledgeable on the different drinks available and taste profiles. Music is really good as well - I was able to hold a normal volume conversation with my friend:) (you'd be surprised how often thats not achievable haha)

    Alan D.

    I loved this natural wine bar so I wrote a poem about it: In the morning, I jump out of bed, With coffee in hand and a plan in my head. The day's looking bright, and I know I'm not sunk Cause tonight I'm unwindin' at ChiTown's Good Funk! We had flights of red and white wines. Some were better than others but the bartender carefully explained each one. He knew most of the winemakers personally and made me excited to try everything. Alice Feiring, the natural wine enthusiast, would approve of The Funk. Also, bonus points because the snacks were fantastic. The hamachi had this delicious salsa with squid and other yummy stuff on it. And yet, behold the surprise runaway food revelation was the anchovy toast. They use anchovies prepared two ways. Much better than it sounds. If you're not afraid of funky wine, you shouldn't be afraid of anchovies.

    Tiffany Y.

    My friend met the owner Chris at this wine bar a year ago and he still remembered her after a year later. He was super accommodating and really chose great wines for us to share that fit the ambiance and the intention of socializing to catch up. He never rushed us to finish even when we stayed longer than expected and made our conversations more interesting. Love the space and would definitely come back!

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    Demi A.

    Possibly one of my favorite finds during my time in Chicago. This is a natural wine bar and I must say it was possibly the most aesthetically pleasing / wide variety offering wine bars I have been to yet. Our server was a gem and even made time to speak to me about some of our favorite wine brands/distributors - we talked about some of the best regions and he even allowed me to sample some wines I have never had or heard of. The prices for bottles were very good! You could get a beautiful skin-contact for anywhere between $40-100 and the particular one I chose was hands down delicious (Alexander & Maria Austrian 2021).

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    Marlene S.

    Dropped in after having brunch at Beatnik. This is actually in the same space at beatnik behind one of the curtains or you can walk out and walk back in lol. It's a cute vibe in here. Sat at the bar and ordered the espresso martini and my friend had an orange wine. Her wine was yummy and so was my martini. I had a very sweet tooth and was able to order from Beatnik's dessert menu. Overall nice experience!

    Mineral heavy orange wine - delicious!
    Susan W.

    Stopped in for an after work drink and snack and the space is small, but very pretty inside. The natural wine menu is good, but I wish there were more by the glass options. We had exceptional service and they allowed us to taste before they poured full glasses which was great with unfamiliar wines. We tried four different wines and all were really good. The chicken liver pate was tasty (and they gave us enough bread from the start!) and we also enjoyed the jamon flatbread as well. We were busy chatting that I forgot to take photos, but the food is also beautifully presented. I look forward to making it part of my after work routine!

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    Emily D.

    So so glad I discovered this hidden gem!! I am always wanting more cute wine bars in Chicago and this is certainly not one to miss. We started with a glass of red, which the bartender was great at recommending. Then, we got the white flight which the bartender customized for each of us! My favorite was a white that smelled and almost tasted like movie theater popcorn (sounds crazy but so good!). There was also a super unique white wine that tasted like an IPA! For food, we started with the salmon crudo. It was absolutely delicious. Some of the best smoked salmon I've had. We also tried the cheese board. The fruits and jam were not the best but the cheeses were great. My favorite cheese actually happened to be a cheddar from Wisconsin. It's such a beautiful and fun atmosphere and the service is amazing! I can't wait to come back.

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    The atmosphere was nice but they didn't have much to offer I may try again but was disappointed.

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    Nice vibe and the bartender made helpful explanations and suggestions about the wine selection.

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    Pretty good food, great unique atmosphere. Kind of pricey as it's shared plates and you need a handful to be full.

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    The atmosphere was great! Big variety of natural wines to choose from. The server was very helpful and the service was spectacular!

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    exactly as I expected, gilt bar was phenomenal - the beef…read moretartare was the best I've ever had, it was so filled with flavor, every bite tasted like a beef salad. the egg was jammy and delicious adding a new layer of richness to the meal. the bread it came with was FRESH, hard crispy crust surrounding thick cuts of spongey bread - the truffle malfadine was perfectly cooked long chewy noodles with the perfect amount of a truffle pepper sauce over them. certain bites had full peppercorns, breaking through the slight creaminess. - I had high hopes for the burger and was picturing a bougie restaurant thick cut juicy burger. it was fascinating because it had the same juicy soft flavor, but it was more of a Smashburger style so you had a little bit of crisp on the outside and instead of a thick singular patty, it was two on top of each other. the fries were solid (not very salty which was divisive) but the aioli elevated the fries and burger to a new level, huge points - Guinness here is so cheap. my dirty martini was dirty as all hell and delicious. the service was so kind and attentive and brought out extra ice cream with hot fudge for my birthday. the carrot cake was incredibly moist and tasted like real carrots, nuts, and spices, not enough frosting for me tho hehe - this is literally such a stunning restaurant with a photo booth and a downstairs sultry bar, and an open standing space around the bar upstairs. I get why it is always booked. If I was to come back, I would do it all again except ...maybe instead of the burger... try something else hmm

    Dinner at Gilt Bar felt like stepping into one of Gatsby's favorite haunts. The interior is…read morestunning , moody, golden, and effortlessly glamorous. The cocktails were beautifully crafted and worth the visit alone. The food was good, but not necessarily the star of the night. What really stood out was the atmosphere and the service, both absolutely incredible. One of those places you go for the vibe as much as the meal.

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    Arbella

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    We love Arbella!! Atmosphere inside was great, really large space! We sat at the bar, the…read morebartenders were super friendly and attentive easy to talk to and order from. LOVE the $6 cocktail of the day happy hour (M-F 4-6pm) . Our cocktail of the day was a watermelon lemon drop which was delicious!! Will be coming back next time in Chicago! My local friends new favorite staple bar.

    Months after visiting, Arbella still ranks among the best cocktail bars in the city for me!…read more One thing that really makes Arbella unique is their globally inspired old fashioned menu- whether you're an old-fashioned fan or not, these are a must! They've upped their happy hour game by including a rotating global cocktail with previous menu drinks and a daily kitchen special. This time, I ordered the oldest old fashioned and the Oaxaca old fashioned to drink. I thought the first was the best old fashioned I had ever had, but the second was even better! I loved the subtle yet not overpowering smokiness of the mezcal in the Oaxaca. Neither were too sweet and you could really taste the high quality bourbon. We ordered the Korean fried chicken and coconut shrimp to eat from the happy hour menu. The shrimp was super crispy with a delicious ginger-orange compote and rice vinegar pickled onions. Highly recommend! I did think the chicken was a bit tough, but the flavor was good. Another great experience of many to come! If you haven't stopped by Arbella yet, add this to your bucket list asap!

    Chicago Winery - Enjoy a wine & cheese plate in our restaurant, LIVA

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    (65 reviews)

    Near North Side

    I stopped by Chicago Winery on a Wednesday early evening solo and was able to sit at the bar…read morewithout reservation. I was blown away by the ambiance and decor. Chicago Winery prioritizes upscale and intimacy but their service is personable and friendly allowing you to feel right at home. On Wednesday they offer a Happy Hour special, $5 off a tasting and $10 wine by the glass. The server as extremely kind, and was able to offer me some suggestions based on my personal palate and wine interests. I landed on the Winemaker's Tasting, which included 4, one ounce pours, including Blancs de Blancs, Albarino, Barbera and Merlot. I paired the tasting with the a BYOB board. From their menu I picked the olives, Afterglow, and the Tempesta Guanciale. The server was educated on the wines was able to walk me through the tasting and pairings but gave me independence and autonomy to enjoy at my own leisure and pace. I highly enjoyed my visit and absolutely will be returning to dine in, as well as to get a winery tour!

    Was gifted the wine tasting and tour for my birthday which was a very fun experience. Great deal to…read morebuy wine after. I preferred the whites and was disappointed by the reds. We had the date package and ate at the restaurant after. I recommend the pork schnitzel and pierogis. We ordered four shareables but weren't blown away by the butternut squash fondue and gougeres. Loved our hostess for the wine tasting, but wish there was more guidance on tasting notes and wine terminology. I'd recommend though to any wine lovers, I still learned a lot!

    Obelix - Duck Carnitas Danish, Horchata Croissant, Coconut & Pineapple Danish

    Obelix

    (263 reviews)

    $$$$

    River North, Near North Side

    We shared: 1. Salade Lyonnaise "Canard" - frisee, escarole,…read moreduck confit, duck egg, duck-fat croutons 2. Poulet Roti - Harrison's Farm Chicken Breast, Potato Pave, Tomato Farcie, Tuscan Kale, Sauce Obelix 3. Souffle - spiced molasses, date toffee sauce, vanilla ice cream 4. Cote De Boeuf - 14 oz USDA prime ribeye, French fries, sauce au poivre 5. Roasted Mushrooms 6. Black Truffle Gougere - choux pastry, comte, truffle Mornay, perigord truffle 7. Huitre Chaude - belle du jour oyster, tarragon-horseradish rouille, lemon Not gonna break down everything we ordered but to simplify, will name my favorites and only dish that disappointed. The duck salad and roast chicken are perfectly executed, shareable, and must-gets. The only disappointment, the Prime ribeye, sad to say, altho clearly medium rare in my photos, was a little tough and chewy. Fries were also dry. Service was professional and competent. Regularly checked on us, updated us on food arrival, and cleaned our table. Ambience was classy and relaxing.

    We visited Obelix for the first time on a recent weeknight. Highlights were an interesting menu and…read morecustomer focused staff. VIBE: The dining room had a cozy country brasserie feel, with medium wood tones prevailing. It was not full, so conversational noise was only moderate. SERVICE: The host noted my reservation request for a seating accommodation and honored it - bonus points for that. Our server was attentive and comp'd us for a dessert that did not delight us. Food came at a leisurely pace, which suited us. FOOD: The menu had contemporary takes on French standards. We're not foie gras fans, but there were witty dishes for those who are. A Basque octopus appetizer was clever and flavorful, if a bit salty. Roast chicken was also notably salty, and it lacked the roasty character we expect from this bistro standard. Poached monkfish was tender and tangy, but also a bit salty. The couple of wines we had were interesting, especially an excellent dry sparkling rose, which was quite dry and refreshing. For dessert, a souffle was just meh. The ambiance and hospitality were notable. The food was inventive and generally OK (except for the saltiness). We're not sure we'll return.

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