This is by far my favorite jazz bar. Truly for the grown folk. Grooving to the sound of Delivery Point full house tonight. read more

M Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Oh, South Loop...I forgot how you have hidden classy gems in your hood now. If I hadn't seen the valet sign for M Lounge, I would've driven right by! I felt like I was in Manhattan when I walked in - Dark, with candles on every table, ottomans and leather seats...Forget the fratastic crowds in LP/LV, this place has 'sophisticated' and 'mature' written all over it. There's music, but it's low enough that you can have convos with your friends (and be able to HEAR them!). What a welcomed change of pace for a Friday night. Drinks were pretty reasonable, too. ($6 for a gin and tonic, $5 for a Miller) And, parking is a little difficult, but you can always find an open meter on Wabash if you circle around for a bit. read more

I'm guessing that the "M" stands for the initial of owner Reggie's last name, but for me this is the "Magnificent Lounge." It's one of the best bars in the city, and it's only a few blocks away from me. Reggie is the root of the experience here. He's been "in the house" almost every time I've been here, and he truly cares about making sure his guests have a good time, and he's thoughtful about how he can improve their experience in the future. In fact, he once followed a friend and me out the door to ask us about our experience, what we liked and what could use improvement. Wow! I love when owners of restaurants & bars greet the tables, but this went well beyond that. Trilion is equally hospitable behind the bar, suggesting and crafting high-quality cocktails. While M Lounge doesn't serve food (they would do well to at least sell some munchies such as fancy nuts, like The Whistler), they welcome you to order in. I've been here when it's busy, and the energy is overwhelmingly positive and energetic. But I prefer to come early in the evening, before dinner, or on a weeknight, especially a Tuesday or Wednesday when they have live music. It's free! And the music is goo--ood. For such a small place, I'm surprised at the quality. The talent must really like Reggie and the room. Most recently, I saw Tracye Eileen, and her sultry voice made me fall in love with her at first sound. She rocked, romanced and soothed the room with her R&B and jazz, both up-tempo and ballads. A great voice accompanied by a muy tight band. I also like that the clientele is diverse, like is the South Loop (at least by Chicago standards). While M Lounge is most-frequented by African Americans, those of us with lower levels of melanin are warmly welcomed and equally taken care of. Truly, this place could also be called "Magnificent L." read more

My friend suggested this spot after we departed the Yelp holiday soiree. I had heard of it before, but had never made any effort to try it out. Seeing as I was already floating with a decent amount of drinks, one more seemed like a great plan. From the street, it doesn't look like much. Actually, you may even wonder if they might have left off "S &" before the M when you first walk up. In my mind, "Am I remembering this correctly to be what I read about?" I had some brief reservations as I recalled the fact ou can never really know a person - 'a person' being my friend who suggested the place - until I got right up on the door and could see how nice it was inside. Relieved and impressed, I entered this contemporary posh venue. It's dripping with a classy atmosphere that isn't too full of itself. I really liked the interior decor. My friend had also suggested the Yummy Bear martini here, which I just had to try. The drink... was more like Tasteless Bear. There was really no flavor to it outside of the three skewered gummi bears garnish. Have you ever gotten a gift that was in a big box, only to open it to see it's something like a pair of slippers? That's how I felt. Jaded. My same friend assured me the drink had been excellent her last visit and it was even the same bartender. She got the same thing I did and agreed this time around they weren't up to par. All 4 of us in the party felt all our drinks lacked any merit. The $6 margarita I had in Chinatown the week prior was better than this lackluster $11 cocktail. Jaded, I was, but not ready to totally count M Lounge out. It really is a nice spot and I was happy with the music. I'm willing to give them another go to see if their drinks can bring it like their atmosphere and interior does. read more

I had never Heard of this Little Swanky Spot until my Luv took me here before my surgery (sort of a last drink up cause Saturday you're down for a while) .. The seating was cozy from sofas to the chairs. the bar area was nice to hang out as well. The music was Fantastic! the Ambiance was amazing and the drinks were pretty decent. About $70 for about 10 drinks was pretty nice. The jazz band playing that night was Greymatter and I absolutely LOVED them!! I will certainly ggo back here again ! read more

Met my sister for drinks. Its way smaller than the pics on the website. We were taken aback. But good things come in small packages. They have a decent menu with a variety of drinks, both alcoholic and non. I got a fruit fusion cocktail which was a variety of tropical fruit juices. It was tasty and i didn't mind shelling out the $7. I recommend M Lounge just get there early enough to get a seat. read more

Very nice lounge atmosphere nice music good staff and EXCELLENT martinis ( to die for).... definately i recommend this place i had the almond joy and my fiance had the esspresso one. Both of them were just AWESOME! read more

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M lounge is a very small, intimate place where a lot of older people and professionals hangout for parties and events. They often have live music with Neosoul and jazz artist. The seating is limited and this place can be very crowed. I have always had a nice time here. read more

I've been going to M lounge for years, and it is now a South Loop staple. It's a very intimate space, but has cosy seating, dim lights, and a little background music, making it a great spot for a date. The layout and seating also makes it a great spot for groups. They don't serve food, but they do allow people to order delivery from area restaurants. The service here is always exceptional, even when they're super busy, and the drinks are always well made. This is one of my favorite go to bars! read more

Classy place! I was in town for business and I wanted a Chicago vibe for an hour or two. I was the only white person there, so that's how I knew my experience would be pure. Very warm and friendly service. I loved how you could order-in food as long as you order drinks. The live music was just the right volume. Most people there were middle-aged or older, I am not sure if this is the norm, or just because it was a Tuesday early evening. This will be my first stop when I return to Chicago again. read more

M lounge is great. This is the perfect place to relax,hang out and get a surprisingly good mojito. I haven't been there for a while, the last time I was there it was really crowded and they were at capacity, but everytime I am there, I have a great time. The staff is friendly, the crowd is a mid-twenties and older set, and the music is great. The crowd is pretty diverse, almost like the Funky Buddha Lounge. read more

I've been to M Lounge semi frequently over the years and I've always enjoyed the ambiance and service. The drinks are hit or miss in my opinion but generally they are okay. My favorite drinks are the fruit fusion cocktail and the x-rated fusion drink. The best thing about M Lounge has got to be the live music. I've seen some of the best bands there. The last time I visited there was an R&B band called Delivery Point playing. They were amazing and I really enjoyed their set. It was almost a crime that there was no cover charge to see them. IMO, the best nights to go are Tuesday and Wednesdays. It's not very crowded so you can actually get a seat and hear each other! read more

In visiting the South Loop area of Chicago, we rarely venture out past Reggie's Music Joint on State Street. However, this past Sunday afternoon, we stopped in for the JoAnn Fastoff Book Signing of Two Years of Heaven at M Lounge. M Lounge is one of those uber-cool bars that makes you feel like maybe you should have reconsidered your outfit before venturing out. The vibe here is relaxed-trendy. Look around, this isn't a sports bar. This is the true definition of a lounge; drink and enjoy the company of who is joining you. M Lounge is really small which only adds to the good vibes. It sort of has a private lounge/club feel to it. M Lounge was more of an upscale watering hole for locals than an upscale swanky cocktail lounge. The real stars of this place are the Martinis. Each one is handcrafted and delicious. Weather you in the mood for something sweet and tart, they have got you covered. Check out some we recommend below: M Classic A large pour of your favorite vodka or gin served with a hint of Vermouth and queen-sized olives Almond Joy Martini Coconut vodka blended with Frangelico, white Cream de Cacao Hershey's chocolate & cream Lemon Drop Martini Citrus vodka, lemon juice & sugar mixed with a touch of sour, served in a sugar-rimmed glass Any one you pick you will be sure to enjoy. Have a favorite type of Martini? Comment below and let us know!!!! Cheers, Jordan & Marks read more

I'm very happy that M Lounge has arrived in the South Loop. It's a quiet, intimate lounge bar with extremely attentive staff. Upon my first visit, we were shown to a group of couches by a very helpful man, who came by to check on us several times and even offered us a complimentary tasting of whiskey. At the end of the evening, he provided us each with a voucher for $10 off our next visit, which I gladly used when I returned on a Wednesday night for an evening of jazz. If you do come for the jazz, which is offered twice a week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays starting at 7:00 p.m., you won't be disappointed. The musicians were quite talented, and it's so refreshing to be able to sit and listen to live music rather than finding yourself surrounded by 10 television screens, all featuring a different sporting event. I'm not wild about the decor - M Lounge feels a bit more like a hotel or airport lounge than a serious bar - and the space is a bit cramped, but M Lounge is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. read more

This is a favorite place to enjoy great conversation with interesting people and have some of the best martinis on the near southside! Free street parking on Sundays. Otherwise, pay close attention to the signs. It's a quick walk or short cab ride if you're in South Loop neighborhood. Very interesting jazz throughout much of the week. This is a really nice place to enjoy adult life! read more

My fiance and I were walking down the street and I saw this bar. When we walked in, we were very pleasantly surprised. I loved the music, the people were friendly, and the vibe was nice. Great find! You should go. read more

M Lounge looks small and nondescript from the outside so I'd walked by it a bunch of times before a friend suggested we go in for a drink. It's beautiful inside with comfortable seating arranged so that you can relax, hang out with friends and catch some good music. It's great to find a place that supports so much local talent. Sitting down for a nice drink and some good live music makes for a great night out. The drink menu is extensive with options for a variety of tastes. I think it's worth highlighting that they also have a pretty good selection of non-alcoholic beverages to choose from that are no less tasty and fancy than their standard cocktails. It can get pretty loud, even during the week but its more the buzz of groups of people having a nice time out than anything else. The only bad experience I have had here was one night when I was in with friends and we were aggressively harassed by a guy who said he was a regular customer. We mentioned this to the bartender who said he was going to cut him off but the guy kept coming over to our table and bothering us. read more

I went here on a Saturday night recently with some girlfriends. The staff was extremely nice, although part of that may have been because my friend frequents the bar and is a regular there. When we arrived, we were shown to a nice loungy area at the front of the lounge to enjoy our drinks. The martini I had was amazing! I think I had the raspberry lemon drop martini. Hands down one of the best martinis I have had in Chicago. My friends all had really good martinis too. One friends martini came with a gummy bear in it...yum. I loved the ambiance of this place. It felt laid back and chill, and felt like you were hanging with business and professional people. The night my friends and I were there, there was a DJ playing music. I also believe it was the DJ's birthday, and so they passed out free cupcakes. There also was a liquor company there passing out shots and promoting their liquor. Needless to say, my girlfriends and I had a nice chill, laid back time here at M lounge. I will definitely be going back for more fabulous martinis and to experience one of their jazz music nights that I believe they have. read more

Friday afternoon at Target, I get the phone call, "it's been a rough week and I need a drink" I hop on yelp and look for bars nearby and M Lounge pops up. At this point, expectations are very low. First the atmosphere is perfectly low key. There were couples in the seats but some singles in the mix too and the bartender is absolutely amazing. First drink was the Tiramisu martini complete with a shot of espresso. Right on time since i missed my evening cup of coffee and delicious. The rest of the night was filled with the Nut Case, which was described to me perfectly as tasting just like melted ice cream (but cold) once my friend got there, she had the raspberry lemon drop which was also delicious. We also ordered some takeout from nearby which, I think, is genius. Just ask for the book of menus and you can get pretty much whatever you want. Suffice it to say that at many points during the night we looked at each other and said, "yeah this might be a new spot" and left for home knowing it would. I'll be back soon for sure. read more

This is going to come down to what you are going for. If it's a jazz performance, then it's a real good spot to go to. It's not nearly as crowded as some of it's after work mixers so you'll be able to find a seat. After work though, it can be a little crowded and the bartenders can be a little slow. So try to plan accordingly. Little bit pricey but typical for the South Loop. One day I'll try the food there and update if needed. read more

Awesome vibe, classy mature crowd and the night I went, which was a Wednesday, the live music was on point. I didn't get the name of the band. The club is relatively small so it now was crowded and made it difficult to find seating and while it was a bit irritating, in some strange way it also added to the ambiance. I would recoup for a quick drop in with friends for drinks and some good music read more

M Lounge has a very grown & sexy atmosphere. I originally went here with my partner in crime. We decided to just go here for drinks and do our lioness prowl for lions...ya know?!? But, unfortunately, on this night, we didn't see any fair lions. However, this place is fairly small, with great comfortable sitting. Furthermore, they have the best amaretto sours I've ever had in my life! SO GOOD! Since our first time going, we've made this place a favorite drink spot. read more

Little place but the atmosphere is wonderful and I love the live music. Drinks are just okay but you'll enjoy yourself either way. read more

M Lounge is one of those rare places where you won't feel forced to shut up and listen to music (due to venue layout, an exorbitant cover charge, etc). That said, the vibes and talent here will definitely make you want to groove along by your own volition. The drinks can be a little hit or miss (depending on your tastes, I suppose), but the quality of the musicians makes everything worthwhile. It definitely fills up, so go early if you're going with a sizeable group. Aside from the bar stools, there are ottomans and lounge chairs placed around small tables. Not ideal seating if you're trying to cozy up with a date, but like I said, the music will make up for it. read more

Had a phenomenal time with my crew. The Manager, Mr. Derrick (prayerfully I spelled that right) was fantastic, along with the Queen serving drinks. The vibe was amazing and it was just what we needed. Smooth music. Truly grown and sexy! We also had some great food from Mr. Fred. We will definitely be returning next time we are in your area. Check it out family. Well worth it! Peace and blessings. read more

Me likey the M Lounge. Used to live in the building where it's located, but moved right before they opened. Fast forward four years and a couple blocks east... I'm just now getting over there after hearing much buzz about the place. Seems to be the grown 'n sexy spot to be. Very cozy, long stretch of a space with an intimate atmosphere. I gotta give props to the bartender who, unlike most, made me the perfect mojito from scratch. Side note: Down with the mojito mix in a big kool aid glass! If you can't be authentic, take it off the menu! Was kinda surprised to see that the crowd wasn't more diverse, but maybe it depends on which night you go. I'm not complaining though, 'cuz there was no cover and alas, no pretention. People came in waves so the crowd would thin out and thicken up again. I went on a Thursday so there was a DJ spinning soul and a lil bit 'o Latin. Keep an eye out for the Artists' Circle (see www.pureartistry.org.) that has events there monthly. It's a great networking opportunity for people involved in the performing arts. Parking can be a doozy but there are meters on surrounding streets. Get there early if you want a seat. diggin' the M Lounge and will definitely go back for the live jazz on Tues. and Wed. read more

I absolutely love this place. It's very close to me, so it's a frequent after-dinner spot to bring friends. During so many trips, I've tried most of the martinis on the menu (either myself or trying someone's in my group) and I have to say they are unbelievably consistent in quality regardless of which one you get. Trillan is a master at mixology and insanely friendly. You can also get food delivered there since they don't have a kitchen. It's a bit small so seating is limited, but very comfy when you are sitting. Live music Tuesdays and Wednesdays! read more

I had a great time there on a date. Lighting is perfect. Vibe is perfect.

My second time in Chicago in 8 years and I get to this spot for a surprise birthday party for a friend. Everything was great, from the ambiance to the great and extensive martini menu, the friendly and accommodating staff as well as management. The music was on point as well. read more

Great drinks and people. I went by myself and ended up engaging in great conversations. Great place to go after work

I love going to M Lounge. The place is intimate and great to go on a date to listen to live jazz. One thing that I enjoy is the fact that you can bring in your own food. BYOF is the way to go for a small lounge. Its upscale and Reggie the owner really tries to ensure his guest enjoy their experience. Last year, we held a SITC party there. The ladies loved the service and of course loved the party. We had a wonderful time. Reggie ensured that the place was shutdown for us. In addition, they allowed us to pipe in our own music for the occasion. If you have out of town guests, this is a great spot in the So-Loop that your people will enjoy. The only thing that i would encourage is to offer up a more extensive wine list. Jazz and wine go together. By the way, Julia Huff is awesome! read more

It can get crowded if you there. It's a nice spot if you want to just have nice drink & chat. I went there last Saturday my homegirls & I we had cocktails. On Tuesday they have nice live Jazz section. read more

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Visited M Lounge on a Friday night around 10PM. It is not a very large place but cozy and there were just enough people in there where seating was available. The service was very good so were the drinks. My favorite part about the evening was the music. I love house music and the DJ made my ears very happy. I would definitely stop back through next time I am in Chicago. read more

This wonderful Black-owned business is a gem in the South Loop. Incredible owner & staff. Incredible cocktails w/daily specials. Tonight, they graciously allowed us. To use some of their space for a Networking for the First Annual Chicago Black Women's Business Week Networking Week. Our hosts were kind, beyond accommodating, and enabled a great positive event... read more

If you're looking for a nice, cozy spot to enjoy great drinks and your company in the South Loop area then this is the place to go! The raspberry lemon drops were GREAT! The atmosphere is very nice! I would definitely go back! read more

This new martini lounge is quickly becoming one of my favorite in the south loop. It's very close to some good restaurants (think Firehouse, Opera, Cuatro) so it's the perfect way to end the night. The drinks veer toward the sweet, but the bartender is always willing to try something new out on you. Ask for his recommendation, and you might end up with a new concoction that you can spend the rest of the evening trying to name. The music and the clientele are both jazzy and urban cool. One word summation: Chill. The only con is that the place is intimate (read: tiny) and fills up fast on the weekends. read more

This afternoon, I inquired about the dress code. A patron and the owner both wrote back advising of the dress code. As I dreaded the hour drive to the establishment, I anticipated the great time I would have upon arriving; especially, after a prompt response from the owner earlier in the day and the great reviews. To my disbelief, when I arrived at 7:30 pm on this beautiful Wednesday evening the doors were locked. There was not a sign on the door and there was not an answer to my phone call. I hope the all is well with the workers and there was not any major issues that warranted them to be closed tonight. Nonetheless, I am disappointed about the venue being closed and the owner not mentioning they would be closed when he responded to my dress code inquiry. I did inquire if they would be open later this evening once I left but it's almost 2 hours later as I am writing this review and I have yet to gain a response. So I recommend finding out if they'll be open before driving to this venue. read more

Great atmosphere and service! Live music and black owned! Drinks are so delicious every time! I am so happy to have been told about this place! read more

I LOVE M Lounge. I give it 4 stars because I just hate that I have to get there early in the evening to get a seat & parking! I tried going last weekend & had to walk out due to lack of seating. But I knew that because I got there late. As long as you are mentally prepared prior to going in with an understanding that it's a small establishment, you'll be fine. My favorite cocktail is the yummy bear martini. You can also bring in food, which is convenient if you're going during happy hour. Great atmosphere and good music. read more

This was a great place for drinks. They offer a nice variety of drinks based on your preferences. The staff was very friendly and professional. I would go back to visit again. read more