I stopped by Lazy Bird on a Wednesday night after dinner, and it ended up being such a great choice. We made a reservation ahead of time, which I'd definitely recommend, but it wasn't overly packed and we were seated without any issues. The vibe in there is top tier. Dim lighting, live music energy, and just the right mix of chill and upscale. It's the kind of place where you can actually enjoy the atmosphere without feeling rushed. This was my second time here and I remember it being just as good back in 2022. The drinks were immaculate. I had two mocktails that were both well-balanced (not overly sweet, which I appreciate), and he ordered an old fashioned. You can tell they take their bar program seriously and can go beyond a gin & tonic. Overall, it was a really good time. It can give you a great midweek outing or a laid-back night with a little something. read more

Lazy Bird is a cute Chicago speakeasy but let me tell you something -- this place is CROWDED. I came early in the evening and got the last spot at the bar (I was by myself), and within 30 mins while I was having my drink I looked around and noticed that the room was near totally full, and the majority of people were standing in the open because all the tables were full, as was the bar. People were standing right behind me to order drinks; I didn't feel overly crowded by any means but some who aren't used to that kind of bar/clubby vibe might feel that way. The music was a little loud to be heard over all the folks there, but I wasn't talking to anyone so it didn't bother me (was just sitting and reading a book). The bartender was really nice and attentive despite the fact that the place was so packed. I had a drink called the "Gentle Fish" which the bartender rec'd as a sweeter/more floral drink. Admittedly it was a little strong, but the flavor was nice! It was different from most other drinks I've had, and I enjoyed it. Was strong enough I definitely did not need another though. Of note, this place is downstairs under "The Hoxton" hotel, there's no entrance directly to the bar from the sidewalk/street (you have to enter the hotel lobby, then follow the signs toward the back and go down the elevator and/or stairs). There is a person who checks your ID when you enter and seats you if seats are available. The bathrooms were very clean. Not sure about parking but street parking is definitely very limited; I imagine a paid lot would probably be the easiest thing or taking the train from wherever you're staying if you can (which is what I did). read more

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Very cool cocktail spot in the basement of the Hoxton. Great vibes and service!! They have a large cocktail menu with lots of classic drinks and also a fun rotating menu. It was zodiac themed while we were there. I didn't order a special drink though-- just a dirty martini. It was great and they have delicious blue cheese olives. read more

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Love love love Lazy bird and happy to say my weekend experience is just as good as the weekday. The weekday vibe was nice and chill but the weekend is definitely a lot more lively. The live performances are usually very talented. Although I've never had the food, the drinks are always good but strong and thats always a plus. I've never had a negative service experience. Always quick and polite. One of my favorite places to take people read more

Lazy Bird - Hurricane - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Visited Lazy Bird on a Thursday night around 10 pm without a reservation. We waited in line for quite awhile and were trying to figure out the cadence in which they let people in as there were many people coming out and still no one being let in. The cover fee is $10 and without a reservation or a guest of the Hoxton, entry is on a first come, first served basis. Once inside, the space isn't ridiculously big but spacious enough as to where it doesn't feel as if people are over you all night. I got a pornstar martini and can certainly say that I've had better which is disappointing as the beverages were spoken about in high regard. I can't remember the name of the woman who was singing that night but she was SINGING DOWN. Overall, I would definitely return as I feel it gave a great vibe for live music but I will make a reservation next time and order a different drink. read more

Very cool spot. In the basement down stairs and dark hallways. This had the setting of a classic speakeasy. The drinks were absolutely wonderful. Very fun experience if you're into this sort of thing. And our waiter knew everything inside out and guided us to the drinks we'd find most matched our moods. read more

A very chic speakeasy in the Hoxton hotel in West Loop Chicago. Great ambiance and music. Great for a date night or drink with friends. We came here on a Friday. Tables are reservation only but we found a spot at the bar. The bartenders are very friendly old fashioned was delicious! There's a love music band after 9.30 pm so the place gets packed! We will definitely be back. read more

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To offer reservations then have people walk in and stand in front of you is insane. To add to the nonsense you are given a time to be at your table until asked to move. I can't see the entertainment along with I am timed on being inconvenienced. This venue is NOT worth the energy or effort if you want to come and enjoy live music. read more

We made a reservation for a table to celebrate a friend's birthday. We were right by the stage area and had a couch with a bench. They had a lot of menu choices for drinks. Minimal food available with no GF options. The grasshopper was my favorite. The music was also pretty good. There were a lot of people and they do crowd the area so couldn't see the stage. Also had strangers sit on the couch. We did ask them to leave but they were pushing back and said some very inappropriate things. We did go up to the host stand to help us but no one ever came over. read more

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Excellent service, fun speak easy in the Hoxton Hotel. Great place to come after dinner. Love the vibe! read more

Lazy Bird - 20th Century and an Aviation - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I have been to this bar twice now and every time I come the menu has new and exciting cocktails to try! This time I had a Chamomile Martini, however the twist in this cocktail was a hint of shiitake mushrooms! If you love savory cocktails-this is the cocktail! The inside is beautiful! My friends and I came on Sunday so it was a quiet night before we headed to our dinner spot. read more

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I visited Lady Bird for the first time with my husband and I can't wait to return. When we first arrived the manager ( Max I believe) was very welcoming. We were sat promptly and the band was fantastic! I just wish I had later reservations to enjoy the set longer but we'll be back. We had a slight mishap but thanks to the professionalism of the manager it was handled well and I truly appreciate such great customer service. I highly recommend. read more

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I'm genuinely sad to be writing this, because Lazy Bird used to be one of my favorite spots in Chicago. The last two times I've visited, the once-intimate speakeasy atmosphere has been completely overtaken by overcrowding. Even with a reservation and a table, the space was so packed that you could barely move--let alone comfortably enjoy the experience. Seeing the performer was nearly impossible, and getting a drink took far longer than it ever should, especially for a venue that prides itself on craft cocktails and live music. What was once cozy and refined now feels more like a cramped club, and honestly, the crowding bordered on feeling unsafe. It's hard not to wonder how this many people in such a tight space is even acceptable. This critique comes from a longtime patron who loved Lazy Bird and brought friends here often. I hope management takes a hard look at capacity, service flow, and the overall guest experience, because what made this place special is getting lost--and that's a real shame. read more

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I've been here multiple times and it's a place I've brought multiple friends to. Located below the Hoxton Hotel, I really enjoy the ambiance inside. The signature cocktails are well curated and have an Asian theme to them. I recently got the Alor After Dark and it was a delicious coconut-y, spicy, bready, cereal-milk-y flavor. All these flavors came together so well, I loved it. The Chiang Mai Reprieve is a lovely clarified cocktail, which takes a lot of time to prebatch make. It's a tasty Thai tea cocktail. I've had their other signatures and they were all good. It just depends on your preference of the flavor profiles. It gets pretty busy if you come later at night on weekends, so just something to keep in mind. You can walk in but to guarantee a seat at a table you'd need a reservation. read more

Lazy Bird - Chiang Mai Reprieve, Alor After Dark - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came on a Thursday night and I had such a great experience here! Lazy Bird is tucked away in the Hoxton just under a flight of stairs. You can feel the lively energy of the crowd from the hallway before you even enter. Zero pretentiousness. I appreciated all the different cocktails on the menu. Just reviewing the menu and by watching the bartenders, you can tell each one was well crafted. I kept ordering a mezcal cocktail that I don't remember the name of but let me tell you, it was perfect. Jenipher Jones and her band made the whole night, she's an amazing vocalist! I found myself just vibing out and enjoying every single moment. All in all, not bad for a $10 cover fee. read more

A little difficult to find at first (located in the basement of the Hoxton hotel). There were a lot of drink options. Service was very friendly. The mojito I got was delicious. The music choice could have been better. read more

Lazy Bird - Mai tai (left), mojito (middle), hurricane (right) - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Lazy Bird is a lovely cocktail bar in West Loop. The service is excellent; I had two people checking in on me throughout the evening and they were both intimately familiar with the menu. As for the drinks: both cocktails I tried were solid, albeit a tad pricey. Beverages will run ~$30 a pop when you factor in tax and tip. This isn't breaking the bank by any means but if you're looking to drop sub $20 a drink you might want to try Gus' or another hotel bar. And even though the setup is nice, it's not a pretentious place. I wouldn't suggest walking in with flip flops, but I saw multiple people in shorts and gym shoes. The ambiance, wait staff and beverages make this a worthwhile stop when in the West Loop. I'd go back read more

The hype around Lazy Bird sadly didn't meet expectations when visiting. Our experience started by thinking the side door by the branded neon sign was the entrance to the bar; it was not. Make sure you enter through the hotel lobby and go right before seeing signage on where to go. Once we found the bar, the inside was well designed: very intimate, cool patterns and textures, staff were extremely nice. We sat at the main banquet so we could watch drinks be made which was fun. The menu was the next obstacle. Most of the menu is their take on classic cocktails. There is a small seasonal section that has unique, one off selections but was also still listed as "fall specials" in December. Rather than paying $18+ for a drink I can get anywhere, it was an easy decision to go for a special. Our server explained the notes to us and we ordered the Q'Tuanis and Cielo Andino. The Q'Tuanis ended up tasting like there was a hint of coffee which my partner hated. It was light and smooth but the flavor profile felt all over the place. The Cielo Andino was describes as a spiced rum drink and ended up tasting like citrus and fruity; definitely more of a summer vibe. Lazy Bird seems to be loved by most but sadly, we didn't fall into that category. If you are looking for an elevated hotel bar with straight forward cocktails, this is a great option. We hope that our experience was just a bad first impression. read more

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An amazing bar with good food tasty drinks good ambience an amazing place to go check it out you'll like it or not

Such a cool place we stumbled upon when visiting the city! We came at 9:30pm and wait took ~15-20 minutes. I love the interior wallpaper and seating, it gives it a homey vibe. Also loved that they had a live band with great music! Only one downside was that it seemed that it was soo packed. But great vibes! Drinks were ok. read more

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In the Hoxton Hotel is the Lazy Bird speakeasy located in the basement. It's one of my favorite places to visit in the entire city. It has very cool vibes. Lazy Bird has dark lighting with comfortable seating and cool couches. They have a large cocktail menu. My favorite is the porn star martini. Sometimes they have live music. I love that place. read more

Vibe is good, drinks are good, band was great....actually saw them last night at a different location. My only complaint would be the door guy was extremely rude. Once we passed the door troll we were able to enjoy ourselves. read more

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We came early for a pre dinner drink & didn't have to wait for a table at all. As others have noted, it's in the basement but there are signs directing you. The inside is dimly lit, with lounge-y seating and thoughtful decor. Obviously you're here for cocktails but there is a section on the menu called "bites" - which only lists a 16oz ribeye? Ok. Great - *Drinks, obviously. They're not cheap but they are very well made *Pleasant service Not Great - *Don't like the backless "pouf" seats - they're a little tippy and very uncomfortable. It Depends: *Your fellow patrons. We had the (dis)pleasure of sitting next to 2 drunk girls who proceeded to sing along with the music (loudly, and badly) as well as twerk (badly) to music. It was like 5:30pm, have some dignity ladies. Or go over to Bubs or some shit like that. It's a cool place, next time I'll ask to be seated in the "adults who can hold their liquor" section read more

Lazy Bird - Kir Royale, Mai tai - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Super cool and sneaky spot - love the atmosphere and whole vibe. We had an excellent espresso martini and our server was really a mood. We would have stayed longer if we didn't have a dinner reservation, but we enjoyed our drinks and will definitely be back! read more

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fun and vibey speak easy type cocktail bar. Some seating but mostly standing tables. extensive cocktail menu. Fun for a night out with the girls and the drinks a very well made. read more

Lazy Bird - frencha martinis - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Been here twice now and this spot is an absolute vibe. The ambiance reminds me of a 1920s old money hangout. This place has every classic cocktail you can imagine and does them very well. I discovered my love for Grasshoppers here - it's rare to see a bar that has this drink on the menu! The Hoxton seriously has so many gems. Come here on a night when some live jazz is going on. You won't be disappointed! read more

Lazy Bird - Left: Grasshopper; right: Aperol Spritz - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Heavenly cocktails served with class and craftsmanship in every pour. Expect to pay $20+ per drink and worth every penny. read more

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I came here on a rainy Tuesday night at 10pm and it was pretty packed. My friends and I managed to score a spot at the bar where we ordered a round of cocktails. The cocktail menu is massive, which is fun but also a bit overwhelming. We each ordered a different drink and all three were quite nice. We did have to wait a decent amount of time for our drinks and that was a bit of a buzzkill (literally). The bar itself is super cute and vibe-y. I'd definitely stop in again, though ideally when it's less crowded and consequently not so loud (wow, I'm old). read more

Lazy bird is truly wonderful. The space is beautiful and the cocktail menu is vast and delicious. Live music on the weekends (likely a cover) but going on a week night just for a drink is worth it. The bartenders are quick, kind, and make a really good drink. read more

Came on a Saturday night with no reservations. Arrived around 12 and waited about 10-15 minutes to get in. No cover which is a bonus. Great cocktail selection and fun live music. Can be loud but good with friends or on a date. read more

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This cocktail space is great! It's perfect for grabbing drinks as a night cap or before a dinner reservation. I've come here twice: once in August and once September. Both times the cocktails were perfectly made and both times we were walk ins. I'm not sure about when the DJ is usually playing but we came on a Sunday night when there was a DJ present. The bartenders themselves are so nice! It's a great spot to grab a seat at the bar because you're able to watch the bartenders make the drinks and strike up a conversation. Our bartender made a special cocktail off their menu. They have 52 classic cocktails on their menu with some season rotating ones! Other cocktails I've tried and liked were: the matcha summer cocktail and clover club. You cannot go wrong with what you pick to be honest. read more

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Nice comfortable atmosphere. Laid back with kind of a speak easy vibe. Live music and good drinks. Did not get to try any food because we ate before we went. Service was fast and friendly. Good place for a date night. read more

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For those in the West Loop area looking for a chill low key night cap, Lazy Bird is the place to be. Very reasonable prices with many options to choose from. Highly recommend reservations, but you may be able to get lucky with walking in. Never know with Speakeasys! read more

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Super cozy vibe, beautiful space and amazing craft cocktails. Staff was great and so was the music on a Sunday evening (if you're into early 2000 hip-hop/rnb). It was a bit confusing to find at first, it's the first door to the left after passing the elevators in the lobby area. read more

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This bar was pretty hard to find since we first thought that the upstairs level was lazy bird itself, though it was actually a different bar. The environment of lazy bird was really cool, with an amazing band. The drink choices were all very interesting. I had gotten one of the specials, which had lychee and peach. It was very good, though I felt that there wasn't much of the drink at all, so it wasn't worth $18. My boyfriend got the Mai Tai, which was good with an interesting kick of spice at the end. read more

Lazy Bird - Lychee summer special and mai tai - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Been trying to drink here for sometime. Normally too many people or closed because of private party. Last night I finally got in though! Waited in line for maybe 15 minutes and got in. Lots of folks. Place was buzzing. There are 2 bars down stairs. One is bigger the other is smaller. First drink I got was a Mai Tai. There was a band that was playing very talented and entertaining. After a while my friends showed up. They waited in line. Didn't take them too long to get in. I don't tend to make reservations for bars. But I should have because might have been like an hour before I sat. But it felt cool+ good because I had been wanting to drink here for such a long time. I will say the drink menu is pretty extensive. Had the best White Russian of my life here. Also got a Clover Club. Eventually some seats opened up at the bar and my friends and I were holding court on barstools. I didn't realize until last night the rest of the building is a hotel so it probably means that the bar will always decent amount of people coming into the bar. read more

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We went to Lazy Bird for my girlfriend's birthday. Their bites menu is extremely limited. Ordered the steak skewers, fries & ordered the Jungle Bird drink (substituted for tequila). Our waiter was Kai & he was pretty cool. Very intimate vibes but tip: make a reservation on live music nights because they book up quickly read more

This has got to be one of the most consistently cool places to grab a nightcap in a neighborhood full of cool places to grab a nightcap. Takes you back in time. Remarkable cocktails! read more

Great place with great music! It's always quite packed so the service isn't the best due to that but nice ambience. I recommend this place to anyone wanting to have a good chill time. The drinks were okay. read more

Lazy Bird - Martini - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My wife and I stopped in for some pre-dinner drinks at Lazy Bird and absolutely loved it! What a cool atmosphere and loved the vibe of navigating to the lower level of the Hoxton Hotel. Apparently the space was recently expanded so there is plenty of seating. We were there pretty early so it was still a comfortable crowd. The drinks aren't cheap, but we expected to pay a premium. Definitely worth a visit to enjoy a round or two. read more