Definitely a great experience at Pops for Chamgane! I stopped by Pops for Champagne on a Saturday afternoon around 3pm. The staff was wonderful, attentive and answered all our questions about drinks and other items on the menu. This is a great place to get drinks after or before dinner. Also a great place to just catch up with friends/family/anyone over drinks. I was debating between getting a cocktail or champagne and I think I will have to go back just to try the Pol Roger Cuvée de Réserve Rich Demi-Sec Champagne (mildly sweet, hints of caramel)!! It sounds incredible! I ended up deciding on the La Vie en Rose cocktail drink and I would definitely recommend it if you are looking for something sweet! The drink presentation for the La Vie en Rose cocktail was simple yet elegant. (i'll attach a picture!) We also ordered a cheese tray and it came with different types of bread, roasted pecans and some kind of dipping sauce (sweet flavor) on the side! It was great to munch on those as we sipped on our drinks! read more

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My boyfriend and I went here for a date night. The inside was dimly lit and quiet. The crowd was on the older side, but we did not feel out of place. They offered glasses and bottles with a wide range of prices, and let you taste the champagne before deciding on a glass. The staff was very nice, professional, and knowledgable. Reasonably priced for a downtown location! read more

Great Concept! This - not being your average bar, was a very welcomed change of venue and an even more welcomed change of drink offerings. I so enjoy Champaign but tend to enjoy it only occasionally which allowed me to really savor the moment here. We were here for my b-day - really enjoyed the atmosphere, drinks and the schmaltzy French movie that was on! THE YOUNG GIRLS OF ROCHEFORT Yeah, I'm THAT girl - hell I'm still crushing on Bruce Lee! We were there for almost 2 hours and enjoyed the ambiance so much that we didn't realize how long we'd been there let alone how many drinks we'd sampled. Can't speak to the food as we'd just come from having dinner at Marchesa which was fantastic. However a few of the small plates that I saw come out looked really tasty. Especially what appeared to be a Charcuterie plate that someone at the bar ordered ... looked SO good but I would have be done for the evening had I eaten it. Bellini Coupette(2) , Six Toed Cat; both very good. Don't remember the Champaign that I tried - I went with the bartenders suggestion. Very pleasing to the pallet but a bit dryer than what I like. Overall - wonderful time and I am looking forward to my next visit to Chicago and Pop's! read more

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I stopped in for a quick cocktail after a show at City Winery. Each time I visit, I think it is far less romantic than it sounds like it should be. The rooms are attractive with big street front windows. The large bar in the middle services the main traffic coming through. The bartender was efficient and friendly. He was very talented as he showed off his skills, creating a large variety of delicious champagne cocktails. Overall I like the place, I'm just not wowed. No complaints. Parking is difficult. I recommend public transportation, taxi or Uber. read more

Pops for Champagne - Wine Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I have it 4 because I loved it but the staff could improve on service. I went on a Monday evening where they had live music. I loved the band that played. When the band wasn't playing, the restaurant played most soul and r&b which was a pleasant surprise and I enjoyed. This place is phenomenal because I'm from LA and have never been in a champagne bar. Ive been in tons of wine bar but nothing like this. They have such an extensive selection of champagne and sparkling wine. read more

Glad we stopped by! Great location, vibe and drinks. The ambiance and bartenders were nice

Explicitly need an excuse to vertically-fall into the heart of the Windy City?! Nah...but you can "Gimme the best vibe in life, served with a smile!!" And Whiskey -- Neat, with Confidence add a little CHAMP'agne Pops!! Da Bubbly-Thrill! This spot is hip and casual! Cheekie even!! My Special Friend and I sat at their Round Bar-side, comfy Stools and with that Puurfect Dem. Gotta love it! The Energy in the place was jumping for a Rainee-Saturday night and a little chatterish...#insiders #joke Cocktails ranged from your Cognac's to Whiskey casually fused "Smokey Hollow" ConCoctions....Even Vodkah! **Started the night with Red Wine, um No Thanks!! Not the best -- Guess after I said "its okay" it meant to free pour me a glass. lol but I didnt stop there. I tried the Whiskey fused Bubbly and enjoyed THE Cocktail very much.....lets just say, "Have Another" it was that Good!! **a wee bit of Foot-print History!! Pops started on the Northside of Chicago Ump'Teen years Ago...with very Jazzy- Martin'ISH drink sipster's that had the Saxonic vibe; an Oldie-but-Goodie glass front and Mello-Tobe venue's!...and Now this "New Face Lift of Pops Vibe, I like even more!!" What you must know! Speak up to the 'Bar-Tender' and be specific of your Drink Palate desire. Sipping pleasure will go well! Despite the oopsy, it's a Perfect stop for Drinks!! Glad they were within walking distance.[lol]...Till next time! read more

We stopped in here after walking by for the afternoon downtown. The staff was great and the snacks to go along with the champagne choices were super tasty. We actually purchased a bottle to return back home with from our samples. read more

laid back ambiance, easy spot to catch up with friends and share bubblies.

Coming to Pop's for Champagne when it originally started on Southport near Illinois Masonic. Champagne is a must but they make all drinks and delicious. Great to meet someone or make it a destination. The rooms are attractive with big street-level windows. The large bar in the middle services the main traffic coming. The bartender's are efficient and friendly. Very talented as they show off their skills. Creating a large variety of delicious champagne cocktails. Only concern is parking, which was much easier when it was at it's other location. Uber, Lyft, or a good walk works better. Enjoy & Cheers! read more

Meh... had walked in with no expectations and left disappointed. While it is a Champagne bar, prices were on the higher side, which is to be expected given its location. However what really had me miffed about this place is the wait staff, particularly our waitress. Through the whole evening she was interrupting our conversations and interjecting her own opinions and when we did ask for her opinion on a menu item she spoke down to us in a condescending tone that what we were looking at was not good enough for her vs helping us decide. Not sure if I will go back to this place but feel I should to given them a 2nd chance. read more

This place is really fun to get drinks and catch up with an old friend. The atmosphere is intimate but quiet (no straining your voice so your friend can hear you from across the table). Definitely pricey but there are some solid options on the lower end if you don't feel like breaking the bank. They also have a selection of snacks to tide you over. We snacked on the charcuterie which was more elevated than just meat and cheese. Come here to feel fancy and pop some bottles! read more

Visited on a Saturday night and found open seats at the bar for two (that was a lucky time, make a reservation if you can) Atmosphere: Good date spot, gets crowded but a fun environment. A mix of groups. I'd return with a group of friends for drinks. Service: We ordered at the bar/sat there so we got our drinks immediately. Drinks: I can only speak to the bellini I ordered but it was amazing if you like sweet drinks. Foamy and just an overall great taste with the raspberry. Highly recommend. Bottom line: Will return for drinks, good spot to start off a GNO as well. read more

Pops for Champagne - Their raspberry bellini. Delicious! - Wine Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The champagne cocktails here were amazing. I came by myself and the staff was pretty friendly. It's probably pretty fun with a group of people. For the price I suggest going with the cocktails! They are fun and tasty. read more

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If I can given zero stars I would. I was discriminated because I was dark skinned. All my friends were white and they were able to enter except me. He told me I was too drunk because my husband helped me out the Uber. My husband is a gentleman who helped all the girls out. I called the manager to ask why I wasn't able to enter and he had no reason. I have never been so humiliated. I felt discriminated for no reason. Chicago is a melting pot. I guess Pops things they are above that. Shame on you!! Do you guys realize it's 2023. read more

Oh My! Pops is my favorite place to get a drink in the city. Even though the atmosphere hasn't changed over the years it remains sleek, contemporary, and up to date. I like the juxtaposition of the old building against the sleek modern space. Please be aware that the focus is Champagne and wine. Therefore, I'm not sure what is available in terms of liquor or traditional cocktails such as martinis, mojitos, margaritas, or if these drinks are even available. Surprisingly beer is available. Not surprisingly though the Champagne and Wine selection is superlative in that it is the most extensive I have ever seen. One of my favorite things about coming here besides the atmosphere is the creative selection of cocktails. Really anything you see would be a most enjoyable selection. I recommend choosing something you think you would like or asking the bartender for a recommendation. read more

My friend and I stopped in for a couple drinks awhile back before heading over to the piano bar. Nice atmosphere, good drink list, friendly enough service. We didn't stay long but it is a nice place. read more

I've been to Watershed once, a speakeasy bar tucked underneath Pops for Champagne but haven't actually drank here....that is until last night! It was Friday night at around 11:00pm, we were able to score a table right away (in the back). There were people in the bar, but it wasn't fully packed by any means. This place is perfect for lounging, not for dancing. If you expect to dance, just dance your way out of here to a club down Hubbard Street. It's a pretty classy/elegant ambiance. The fixture above the bar is unique with a TV attached. The tables have a light around the edges, which was pretty neat. This is not a place where you'll have difficulty navigating through a crowd of sweaty people or have people spilling drinks on you. For a party of two, they give you one drink booklet menu and one food menu. It took me a minute to realize I was hogging the drinks menu because I thought the other menu was also a drinks menu. Whoops! As you peruse the drinks menu, you'll notice that there are a ton of options with some astronomical prices up to $1,500 for a bottle. My wallet is just hurting thinking about it. Fortunately, there are some more affordable options. The first page has a list of champagne options, which I settled on because this bar has "Champagne" in its name. The prices by the glass are going to be your average River North bar prices of $15/glass. Based on the server's suggestion, I ordered the house special champagne (I think 2nd choice down on the first page that was $15 for a 3 oz. glass). It wasn't too sweet and was refreshing. The server was very nice and incredibly attentive. Our water was refilled in a timely manner, and she checked on us multiple times to make sure we were okay. This is a great small group and date spot. I definitely recommend checking it out! ***NOTE: They have a rewards program, through Spring Rewards, which I just found out about after my visit. Nooooo!*** read more

On a girls trip to Chicago, my friend and I came across Pops in the Uber ride into Downtown. We thought it was so cute that we had to come back when it opened! We had a rose and I think the Second Place Spritz. We also got popcorn which really was the best part! The drinks were great but that popcorn was AMAZING! If I'm back to Chicago I will definitely come back to Pops! read more

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Take note : This is a champagne bar! Possibly one of the best I've been to in the US! The staff was well dressed and polite. Upbeat music and great lighting for a night of celebration! The server was very knowledgeable about the items we were considering and gave great reasons why to choose certain champagne based on what I traditionally drink. The tables have an iced champagne bucket built into the table and the glasses are traditional curvy champagne glasses. The server even brought over other bottles to chat with us about the history and taste. I thoroughly enjoyed this experience! I felt like I belonged there drinking exquisite champagne. It felt like a celebration. If you're in Chicago and love champagne, please do yourself a favor and go here!!! Thanks for an awesome experience! read more

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What I learned about Champagne is that you don't need to be celebrating anything to enjoy it...see it on a menu and want to try it? Just order it and drink it. And well, 4pm midweek, after a successful day of shopping, I stopped in for a drink before I made my way home. It was a gorgeous day and the sun and shadows just made the place so bright and inviting (it was truly a day to have Champagne!) Peeking in at night, it looks more sleek with the candles and dim lighting. There's at least 100 kinds of Champagne sold by the bottle and another long list of Sparkling wines from abroad and from the US. There were about 10 available the the glass or small pours so you can make your own flight. I am all about the Bubbly so I went with a flight. Gibourat Blanc de blanc Ruinart Rose Brut Ca' del Bosco I liked all three, but I knew I'd like the Blanc de blanc best as it was just a simple, clean flavor. Service was super friendly and knowledgeable. I think it was the manager who also stopped to chat. The pours were pretty generous considering I was ordering small pours for a flight. I think I might have found a new favorite spot to enjoy some me-time and bubbly! read more

Celebrating with a group of 7 we requested assistance in selecting a bottle of Champagne. Sommelier was excellent at collecting our preferences and suggesting a flavorful Champagne that was delicious delightful and within the budget request. Also had Fried cheese curds and flatbread appetizers. Very enjoyable time. read more

The host and hostess were not the most welcoming folks, which does tend to get a customer off on the wrong foot. It's a champagne bar and those who know me, know that I have strong thirst for the good stuff... Strangely I was here twice in one night with two separate groups. #1: We didn't order food, just downed a bottle of champagne and our waitress was good. Ambiance was a little cheesy and the crowd was cougar (and mougar)-friendly. #2: Ordered food. Flat bread was okay, but simple and small. The oysters were decent. Also had two glasses of champagne, damage was $78. We were also stuck in the windowless back room, although there was a "reserved" table in the front of the house that they wouldn't give us. read more

Oh, HAY-ELL NAW! This place here...oohhh. Okay, why did I come to this place for it's soft opening, only to be packed in like a sardine, pushed, glowered at and spilled on twice - by the waitress?! She was attempting to pour some champagne - evidently, mastering holding a bottle by it's very large base was too much for her to handle - and she poured on me. She apologized ("OMG! I'm, like, soooo sorry.") and I decided to let her go about her business. Then she does it again! Obviously, this chick didn't realize that I had been watching Thundercats all day and I knew the incantation to summon the ancient forces of crazy to transform my overworked & underpaid form into John-Ra, the ever bitchy! Freshly transformed, I let her know I had had enough of her, of the crowd, of Pops and of sparkling wine. Meanwhile, Practical Girl (asking herself why she associates with me) is frantically looking for an exit to save herself from the embarrasment of the scene. Exhausted from transforming into John-Ra the ever-bitchy (hey, it takes a lot of energy; it's why my boy, Mumm, would retreat to the sarcophagus), I slumped to the couch - and promptly had my foot stepped on by a 45+ Trixie *running* to talk to some man who seemed to have a large disposable income. I left. Because I am just.that.bright, I came back on a later date. The place was still uncomfortably packed and loud. Seriously, it's champagne and sparkling wine! Why the "If-you-take-that-last-Cabbage-Patch-Doll-I-Will-Cut-You" crowd? I don't get it. It was so crowded, I decided to avoid the oncoming transformation and make my way back north - for the benefit of humanity. And to think - you said I wasn't a people person. read more

Stopped in yesterday for the 1st time. Glass of wine ($15) the cheapest and the bartender barely gave us a good pour. Not even served in a appropriate standard red wine glass! The wine was warm! Champagne way over priced! Staff not friendly ! Would not go back! read more

GUYS. I'm still thinking about the amazing bellini I had at Pops! Pretty sure the Bellini Coupette is the best champagne cocktail I've ever had. What made it so great you ask? White. Peach. Foam. It gave the cocktail that little extra bubble and was the perfect amount of peach flavor without being overbearingly sweet. Sparking Rosé and raspberry finished off this $13 masterpiece making it delightfully refreshing. I seriously had to pump the breaks and consciously sip in order to avoid just chugging this delicious drink! Pops has a super cute atmosphere and an impressive champagne list. We were lucky enough to enjoy some live jazz music the Sunday night I stopped in, which was fun. In addition to champaign, they offer wine, whiskey, scotch, and beer. My real star rating for this experience is 4.5 stars, mostly because I thought our service could have been nicer. Our bartender was not overly friendly or helpful, and I don't think he smiled once (which goes a long way buddy!). On top of that he seemed pretty annoyed that we each payed our taps separately. Trendy spot for champs and definitely suggesting popping in (pun intended). Hopefully next time there's a little more cheer behind the bar :) read more

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Such a fun place! Me and my friend were served by a bartender, Michael, and he was so great!! So considerate to each of the customers and he makes a mean cocktail! Highly recommend to anyone visiting Chicago! read more

Edit 12/3/06 Way to go pops with the new downtown location because after tonight's visit I am obsessed! I loved it from the minute my friend and I entered the lounge and I couldn't figure out exactly why. Then I realized that I felt young again! There weren't any drunk 22 yr olds falling all over each other at this lounge, but a fabulous looking crowd in their late 20s to early 30s. My friend nailed it on the head when she described the new Pops for Champagne as The Red Headed Piano bar for people our age! We were lucky enough to get a table in this crowded lounge (apparently word is out that this is the place to be). I was eying the cheese and fruit plates as waiters carried them by, but after a filling meal at Feast I decided to stick with a glass of champagne. The champagne wasn't anything special, but then again it was one of the cheapest glasses on the menu and I don't know my champagnes well enough to know the difference. After enjoying our champagne and some people watching (fabulous crowd) we headed downstairs to check out this jazz club that I've been so much about. There weren't many people down there so the waiter offered us a table (usually there is a $10 cover on the weekdays and $15 cover on the weekends). We declined because we were getting tired (champagne makes me sleepy), but I'll definitely be back for some jazz and of course more bubbly! read more

Holy damn... Never have I been so happy to spend $12 on a few drops of liquid. Delicious. The space is elegantly modern, minimally decorated. Not always comfortable, but that makes for better posture. I'm just sorry our Chicago-turned-SF yelp friend Andy F. had already moved to SF when I visited. That would have made the night. But the service was terrific, and the drinks were crafted like none I've ever tasted. I checked their website to try and job my memory on the name of my favorite drink - I think it was Bull's Blood? Get the red drink with the orange wedge. Really friggin expensive. Like, $768 per gallon. read more

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Pops For Champagne is a trendy little champagne bar featuring champagne flights and champagne themed cocktails. I reallllly loved the option to get really high end champagne here. Very few places offer that by the flight to get to taste the subtle differences. On this night, we opted for champagne cocktails. I ordered the grapefruit one and it was just ok. However, the other three gals ordered the belllini which I was immediately jealous of. I like peach but real peach nectar usually is too sweet for my taste. This bellini was frothed with just a small amount of peach nectar that went A LONG way. It was more fragrant than anything and the cocktail was perfectly balanced with a little raspberry at the end. Probably one of the best bellini's I have ever had. Take my advice - order the bellini. read more

Pops for Champagne - Bellini and grapefruit cocktails - Wine Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We went in on our first-year anniv hoping to have a nice romantic musical night of jazz. We walk in and the hostess was so busy reading a business card that she wouldn't even attend to us. Then someone else came out from the inside. We were disappointed overall. We paid $10 cover (plus tax on cover!!) and the band, Dan Clay Trio, were on break for forever - like 30 mnts and it was their 3rd break of the evening and it was only 10pm!!! They were just sitting there sipping beers and telling stories!!! And when they finally went back, they got into an argument for another 10mnts about which song to play! We ordered the chocolate fondue and it came out cold! Not a great experience at all... :( read more

Pops for Champagne is a wonderful place for a celebratory drink. I'm not a huge champagne drinker, but I really enjoyed the Bellini Coupette (white peach foam, sparkling rose, and raspberry). They also serve beer and wine, so there's something for everyone. We were there on a Sunday celebrating our accomplishment of running the Chicago Marathon. I really liked the atmosphere, and there was a small jazz band playing. Unfortunately the service wasn't very good, but perhaps they were short staffed. We had a hard time finding someone to take or order. Other than that, Pops was the perfect place to share a toast with good friends. read more

Pops for Champagne - Bellini - Wine Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Skip these drinks: Start Wearing Purple (tastes like cough syrup) and the Corcovado (overly citrus-tasting). Recommended drink: Bellini Coupette (white peach foam, sparkling Rosé, raspberry). Nice to see that Pops still attracts that weird eclectic crowd. We had a few friends join us for after-dinner drinks Saturday night and our party of 7 had to usurp a "reserved" table because the hostess claimed she didn't have any available tables. Whatever. Good service from our waitress. I like that this place is open until 2 am so you can settle in with your party and stay late. read more

If you like to sip champagne while you watch the world go by- this is your place! Stopped by here the other night and I was pleasantly surprised. We took a seat at the bar and checked out the place. A good crowd for a Monday night with a nice mix of office types with people out for dinner. I would have liked to have sat by the windows but all those seats were taken-oh well- maybe next time! The bartender, Michael, suggested a lovely crisp white wine which turned out to be an Albarino from Spain. Very, very nice!. We sat and drank our wine and enjoyed some lively conversation between friends! There are flat screen TV's located around the bar and they were showing beauty shots of champagne. Interesting, if you like pics of women in lingerie sipping champagne! We ordered some snacks including spicy tuna rolls, edamame, and crab rolls. The food came up promptly and also was very good. A local sommelier that I know from another restaurant (Moto)happened to be there with the Moet and Hennessey people and some other sommeliers from around town (Spring, Nacional 27, the Custom House, and Carnivale). They invited us to their tasting of some wines. Loved the impromtuness of it all! The sparking rose and the sparkling Chardonnay were quite good and it's always fun to sit and learn about different wines. All in all- a fun evening at a pretty cool place. Never know who you are going to run into in this town! Next time- I just have to sit at the window, though! read more

In town for a business meeting, some colleagues and I decided we needed a Saturday night cocktail. We were asked if we wanted to sit at the bar or table. We chose the bar. The bartenders were very attentive. I ordered a mixed cocktail called the Money Honey for $13. Overpriced but tasty. I also ordered the Vegan bowl. Completely and utterly tasteless. Not a splash of lime. Not a dressing. Nothing. Horrendous. The bathroom was filthy. Lots of nightlife in the area and I do wish we had chosen another spot. read more

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I rarely give 5 stars, but this places, hands down deserve it! Wine Recommendations: Two Hands Brilliant Disguise 2012 Barossa Valley Moscato Cave Spring 2010 Indian Summer Late Harvest Riesling WOW... The Moscato was excellent. If you like sweeter wines, like I do, both of the above are an excellent choice. The Riesling was much sweeter than the Moscato. Appetizer Recommendations: Frites Garlic-truffle-brown butter Tempura Wisconsin Cheese Curds Crispy Black Tiger Shrimp My friend and I got the above and I recommend everything. All are quite large portions and can be share between 2 to 3 people. I have never had such amazing Cheese Curds (my #1 choice here). I will be going back just for the Moscato and Cheese Curds. We went on a Saturday around 10pm. It was very nice out, therefore, in Chicago.. EVERYONE WAS OUT. We only had to wait 15min (Very lucky). However, parties of two (2) are much more likely to have less of a wait, we were told. Valet is only $14. You cannot make reservations for parties under 8 FYI. It is worth the wait. I PROMISE. The decor inside is beautiful!!! It is relax and is a great date places or not our with the ladies. =)) The BEST part about this place is that you are NOT rushed. You can sit and relax and talk with the person(s) your with as long as you want. Usually downtown can be pushy so that they can change people out. Not here! We were relaxed, not hassled and enjoy the Moscato for about 2 hrs. EXCELLENT!!!! read more

Pops for Champagne - Best Moscato!!! - Wine Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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A place dedicated to bubbly is near and dear to my heart. I was giddy upon finding this spot. Blame my 2 good friends who got me hooked. Fantastic bubbly-tender here to bring it up to 4.5 stars. Cost to worth it ranking: 3 (glasses from $12-30ish, tons of bottles of various prices) Highlights: - Bubble variety: ~10 by the glass and a seemingly endless listing of bottles by type and country listed in the educational square menu book. Pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bvB-S8FsKodF7qkfIfYI8g?select=EYMyB6AZkGUdDM9Dkw857A - Atmosphere: upscale but not stuffy, small room with a bar in the middle. Looked like a local place, as many groups of well-dressed younger professionals seemed to meet up here after work. - Bartender: helpful in describing the differences of each glass, happy to chat with me a bit, gave me a few good pours, and nice enough to open new bottles for us and let me keep the corks as a "not insignificant souvenir." - Zucchini: thin slices lightly tempura battered paired with a white dilly melted cheese sauce to dip - Beer: they had some options on tap for the guests who aren't part of the bubbly fan club ;-) - Jazz club: apparently there's one downstairs. I didn't take a look but think that's cool. Lowlights: - Can't have too much here, as it is a bit spendy and easy to get sucked into trying the good stuff Love it here and will be back! :-) read more

Pops for Champagne - Nice early evening bubbly drink - Wine Bars Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great place for a glass of champagne or wine with the girls in the evening. A super intimate, but cute space located right in the heart of the city. I'd recommend making a reservation, but I also walked in here on a Saturday evening & found space at the bar area. My girlfriend & I had a great time. Staff was super friendly. Restroom clean. Drink options great! Would also be amazing for a private event. read more

If you like Champagne -- and really, who doesn't love bubbles? -- then this is a must stop. Pops is a stylish, if slightly chilly, lounge which celebrates this sparking varietal. They have a very impressive list of Champagnes, both Grand Marques and grower, and I especially like how the list organizes the wines into non-vintage, vintage, rosé, grower, and other regions. Moreover, the non-vintage section is broken down into full-bodied, medium-bodied, light-bodied, blanc de blanc, blanc de noirs, and extra-brut, which I feel is a terrific way to educate consumers about the diversity of Champagne. The grower-produced section is also organized into regions -- Côte des Blancs, Vallée de la Marne, Montagne de Reims, and Aube -- so you can see how terroir influences the characteristics of wines from each region. But even if you don't care for the stuff, there is a small but thoughtfully-curated selection of terroir-driven still wines to please even the most particular palates. If you need something stiffer, there is also a good selection of sparkling cocktails, so there is more than one way to get your fizz on. While I love the concept of this place, my biggest gripe is that the mark-up for the Champagne is really steep. Just one glass of will set you back about $20 or more; even though I was still thirsty, I was reluctant to order another round. The high pricing makes it cost prohibitive even to order a bottle, much less two. Given that, I think the consumer is much less willing to try a lesser-known producer than stick to the tried and true. If Pops is really serious about bringing people to Champagne and educating them on the varieties of types and regions, then they should really consider bringing the price down a bit. My guess is that they will end up selling more champagne in the end. 3 1/2 stars read more

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Fancy drinks, mediocre service. We stopped in for a drink after dinner, on a Wednesday night. It wasn't very busy but it took about 15 minutes for the bartender to even acknowledge us. Once he did he wasn't very helpful in terms of the drink menu, or champaign selection. I ordered a cocktail that had Prosecco, Elderflower liquor and bitters. It was very tasty and even served with a fresh orchid which added a nice aromatic touch. Overall it was just an okay experience, so I probably wouldn't go back or recommend it with all the other options nearby. read more