DON'T GO HERE IF YOU'RE NOT WHITE. I keep giving them a chance and I'm treated like a second class citizen. Ordered two drinks for a friend while sitting at a table outside. 20 minutes later, server finally says your drinks will be out shortly. 5 minutes later, I see another table who order after us get served. We left this racist establishment. It's happened too many times. read more

Currently here as we planned a weekend trip to Chicago for some fun with friends. As this was supposed to be a Halloween themed fun spot, decided to make this our first stop of the trip. We are currently here & unfortunately we are very dissatisfied. We waited over 30 minutes for a server to get greet us, even after asking twice about service. Then another 15 minutes for our drinks to be served. There are 4 of us & 3 ordered the specialty cocktails and found them to be lackluster at best. I ordered a glass of wine, as I figured that could not be messed up! Sadly, I would not recommend this place to anyone!!! read more

Came here for celebratory late night drinks. The patio space is big and beautiful. Very accommodating for our large group. This was a perfect atmosphere for an event like this. I am very happy that the organizers chose this place. They mention a lot of things on their website about pandemic precautions like asking for proof of vaccination and whatnot. I had my vaccination card saved on my phone but they did not ask for it in the end. I do like that it seems like they are cautious. Unfortunately I cannot say anything about the food, but they have an excellent choice of cocktails. I recommend the siesta and the shanghai cocktail. read more

This is a great neighborhood bar to grab some fancy cocktails. The drinks themselves are pretty good and the patio is super cute. My husband and I didn't have any trouble getting in but it seems like reservations would be a good idea. read more

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Biscuits and gravy to die for! The ambience and service was amazing. I found this hidden gem on a Sunday for brunch. I highly recommend. read more

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Went here for the Halloween patio set up (The Black Lagoon). It was ok. Nice decorations and loved the fire pit. Seating and lack of table space made it tricky to balance drinks and food. Limited memo with not the most amazing options and some items were unavailable. Wait staff very nice. Drinks VERY expensive. read more

Love a new spot in the hood to grab a cocktail and can't wait for the warmer weather...patio season!!!! Stopper in here at about 8p on Friday night. Place was jammed and loud! We were able to snag a barstool at a side counter. The chairs were odd...they had like a hydraulic aspect to them. Lol. The space is cute. The bar is small. It's like a galley style bar. They currently don't have food or nibbles but supposedly in the near future. The service was on point. As soon as we sat, we were brought menus and waters and asked if we had questions. The servers were both very attentive. The drinks were ok. I was hoping for a little more. The old fashioned was a little too sweet and tasted light on the booze. The in the snow (or something like that) was good, basic, and instagrammable, but didn't have enough ice. All minor details and they are just getting started so hopefully they will up their cocktail game. Overall, a nice addition to the hood and hopefully they'll continue improving! read more

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What a great edition to the area! I love bars that pay attention to detail and I was drawn to the floral bar mural right when I walked in. :) Such a cozy spot! I'm a huge whisky lover, so I decided to go with the Old Fashion first and it hit the spot. I also highly recommend the Crockpot cocktails. It's basically a warm cocktail, but they rotate drink selections. Lucky for me the night I went it was a rye whisky based. Definitely kept me feeling all warm and fuzzy. Lol Great service, also atmosphere and I loved the vibe. Definitely plan on going back. Food isn't served there yet, but your more than welcome to order food delivered from the plethora of surrounding restaurants. read more

Love this neighborhood bar! Unassuming location among the apartment buildings nearby, but if you live nearby it's a great spot to grab a drink and hangout with friends. The service is quick and friendly; they also have a nice selection of wine. read more

Very nice place inside and outside. All female run which is cool. Cocktails are good. We went here a lot during peak covid to hang out in the outdoor area and it was great. Everything is pretty high quality here, food drinks. Even the bathrooms are nice. read more

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I went to this place randomly after walking down Milwaukee to meet my wife during one of those horrible "show up to the office" days for her. I'm sure this won't arouse much sympathy with the industry crowd but this time has obviously been different for us as both work from home, office workers living in Wicker Park. A date out is a bit outside the status quo and ending up at Dandy Crown was completely unplanned. I'm so happy we randomly stepped in here after meeting each other outside on our reunion walk. This is without a doubt the best cocktail bar on Milwaukee between Grand and Armitage. The cocktails were absolutely splendid. The service was incredibly attentive and professional. The decor inside in lovely. Intimate two top tables near lounge areas for bigger parties around aesthetically pleasing coffee tables. There is a nearby fireplace and the bar is warm and inviting. Our server put Arrested Development on the single TV above the bar which was very appreciated. A friend ended up meeting us after a bit and they moved our table with the most graciousness. We had several small plates of incredible food and the cocktails here are rivaled by none. I'm a bit hesitant to write this review because i love the ability to show up here and get seated without a res but this place is truly top of the line in a somewhat up and coming area along Milwaukee. Go there and have some drinks, maybe have some apps, and enjoy. This won't be a secret much longer. read more

Terrible waited an hour for drinks that never came. We decided to just leave. Don't fall for the publicity of the Halloween pop up . And the " heated " patio is still very cold. maybe if you're lucky to get a seat by the fire it's ok. This is the worst bar experience I've ever had. Ruined my Halloween. read more

First things first: Ask for Ricky when you get into this establishment. He is the cool guy with a beard. overall this place was chill. i came in on a monday night so that's my perspective. grabbed a seat at the bar and order my go to: old fashioned. Ricky was great. talked about the bar and how it came about (it is 7 weeks sold as of this review). my old fashioned was great. i know a good old fashioned when i try one. i definitely will be back. read more

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I hosted my birthday celebration here on May 29th and loved every minute of it. I was lucky enough to reserve two fire pits next to each other and the environment was so comfortable (even if it dropped to 60 degrees outside). The patio is protected by beautifully painted murals and dangling tree limbs. The groups are spread comfortably apart. Danica, our server was lovely. Josh, our bartender mixed amazing cocktails! La Siesta and Mr Blue Sky were the groups favorites. I didn't loooove the brussel sprout dish but every other snack was great. All the friends I brought had never heard of this spot and I think more people should support this business. I'm also super lucky this place is on my way home from work. read more

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Hannah Montana is the best bartender. Her drinks are so amazing and she has the best personality. She makes customers feel so good and she literally made me wanna come back to this bar tow nights in a row. Hannah Montana drinks and her special cocktails are amazing bro. You better show up here because her personality and her customer care make you feel like a big ass boss. For real for real. She's good shit. Ask for her. read more

First time at this place. Most of the stars are for the ambience and atmosphere. And one nice bartender. My friend and I were at the bar and had few rounds of drinks - we were never asked if we wanted another drink. We had to ask every time. Each time a different bartender. We stepped outside and let the bartender know. And put coasters on our drinks we came back and they had thrown out our drinks and water glasses. The food options are limited and weird at best. When we asked the server for recommendations he pretty much just listed the menu providing no reason why the dishes he mentioned were his favorite. I can read a menu, I was looking for your opinion. Bartenders were smoking outside in front of customers on the patio while people are waiting for drinks and were shoveling cheese deep into their mouths like it was the last supper in front of customers. It was gross. Weird vibes all the way around. Won't be back. read more

This place is adorable! I went for their Halloween pop-up and the decor and themed menu were adorable. Inside, there's a decent sized bar and some tables but the patio area is much bigger and has firepits and heaters so even when it's cooler you can still sit outside. The waiter was super helpful, knowledgeable about the menu, and checked in often. Didn't have to make a reservation before hand read more

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Fun spot! Plenty of outdoor seating!! Great happy hour 4-6pm with 2 featured cocktails, one rum inspired the other whiskey! Bartenders were extremely friendly and they have customized drinks they have made on the menu! read more

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The Dandy Crown is a hot girl spot imo. Brunch here with the girlies is 10/10 no notes. Just kidding here are my notes... get the Bloody Mary and avocado spread. I liked the sheet the musician offered to select tunes from. A nice touch from someone who knows what he's doing with an acoustic guitar. The service was great but most importantly the Bloody Mary (or three, but who's counting) cured my hangover and I was able to tolerate the grocery store that Sunday. I'll be back folks! read more

We found this gem while taking Covid walks during the day this summer. Our long walks turned into a walk for cocktails on this beautiful patio. Only to find out these are some of the best cocktails in the city! The patio is so well done and the staff does a great job with social distancing and accommodating guests. Keep an eye on their social media bc this year they did a fall/dog/family photo shout which was super cool. And if there's a daiquiri on the menu, get it! read more

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Wow! 10/10 amazing patio, open late every day if the week, solid happy hour deals, way cool n swanky decor inside and a staff that treats everyone like long lost family. Im never 100% sure who my primary waiter is because everyone goes out of the way to check on you but I like that. The food is delicious [MUST TRY THE BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD AND JUICY BEEF SLIDERS] , but the drinks and service really steal the show. Everyone always look very happy to work there and it shows in the attentive service. Amanda (the mgr) , hannah and "mandy at the dandy" are true superstars who all deserve a crown! There's something for everyone including non-alcoholic beverages n beers, a menu for pups (dog-friendly patio) and knowledgeable bartenders that will whip up something based on your personal tastes and quirks. This place also houses the cutest cleanest bathrooms in the city. They smell so divine! The dandy crown isdefinitely the crown jewel of Milwaukee Ave. read more

Great service, atmosphere and menu! Nothing but respect from the entire staff, 100/100 would return and recommend! Don't sleep on dandy! Amanda in particular was amazing! read more

Gorgeous atmosphere! The food and especially the drinks were absolutely amazing! Nice, friendly and attentive staff! I can't wait to go back again! Make this stop when you're in Chicago read more

Thanks to Mandy at Dandy we had a great experience! Very chill spot to hang with friends. The cocktails and mocktails were yummy!

Upon our arrival I asked if they were still serving, it was 11pm the bartender immediately said one drink. A friend of mine asked about the beer selection and boy did everything go wrong from there, The bartender sarcastically tells him there are 20 options don't expect me to read them all off to you, Scan the QR code and read them, rude I thought, Second my friend asked about the beers that are highlighted on tap and the bartender responded "are you blind" cant you see them. This was such a bad experience, I personally told him to ease off that he was being inappropriate, of course he ignores. Very disrespectful person, I'm shocked he is working there. I believe I heard his name was Rick he is not a good person. Next time he sees me I hope he apologizes for his shitty behavior. read more

Great date spot. I came with a few guy friends and we were chilling on the cheap err "bargain" beer selection available. Cozy spot suitable for smaller groups or mono y mono. I could see myself bringing a date there. Can't recall the music but vibe was chill yet energetic. I saw there is a patio out back which I am curious to observe the vibe then. Mid 20s to mid 30s demo. Friendly service. I'd go back. #RefereEats "I call it like I eat it." read more

The food, drinks, service and ambiance are all above par! Fits into the vibe of Noble Square. read more

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A Monday night in December calls for a quality cocktail. Well in theory any night could be a call for a quality cocktail. This week rolls out the Dandy Crown, a brick two story building adding to the neighborhood bars along Milwaukee avenue. If you are or plan to be in the River North area, stop by this new chill lounge/bar. The location is key as it's just outside of the loop and in an area that's easily accessible off the expressway. Besides a cocktail list, there are draft, bottled or canned beers options to choose from. To me, I got the impression it's a cocktail bar first as the vibe sets the tone as such. Their drink menu dedicates one side to cocktails while the other side offers beers and wines. The left side of the cocktail menu (called Old Friends) features classic cocktails like a Daquiri or an Old Fashioned while the right side (called New Friends) introduces signature cocktails with twists to them including one cocktail intended as a nightcap. I opted for the Old Fashioned which had a twist of pedro ximenez sherry in it. A nice and wonderful touch to this classic bourbon cocktail. Now for the vibe, I would describe it as a place where you'd want to hang, relax and listen to some smooth classic soul. You can tell there was some serious thought in the decor with the intention of giving you a feeling of relaxation either after a long day at work or to unwind during a weekend night out. I took a gander at their upstairs as I was told it's intended for private parties or overflow on the weekends. The lounge also has two gender less bathrooms towards the back of the bar which leads to their outside patio. I was told the outdoor patio will be open next year sometime which should be fun. There is some limited street parking along Milwaukee and it's surrounding side streets. Stop by and keep your eyes open for their can't miss The Dandy Crown white neon adorning the front of this new River North gem. read more

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Walked in with the intention of getting 1-2 drinks and fell in love the with atmosphere and ambiance. Spent NYE here with no regrets. It's officially my "neighbor bar" since it's across the street from my apartment. Classy but welcoming. Trendy but also casual. Bartenders are top notch. Good for a date or a weekday cocktail. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! read more

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I went to the Dandy Crown for their Halloween Black Lagoon pop-up - it was a fun and spooky time! I loved the atmosphere there; they have a cozy indoor bar with couches but a larger outdoor patio. We sat on the patio at a firepit and enjoyed some cocktails and snacks. I'd say things were a little pricey for the amount you get, but on par with city prices. Their seafood dip was amazing! read more

The cocktails were amazing at The Dandy Crown. Our service was knowledgeable and happy to make recommendations when we asked for them. The new patio was spacious and it was very easy to social distance. We will definitely be back! read more

8.4/10 A boldly colored 60s-music-themed neighborhood bar. Is it really upscale? Hmm maybe for the neighborhood standard. I've tried both the traditional rye old fashioned and the house old fashioned because that's what I do. Do me a favor: use the right proper ice. When you use crushed ice, it waters down the drink too fast for me to enjoy. On the plus side, I enjoyed the hint of sherry in the house old fashioned. I'll be back to try other drinks. read more

My roommate and I just checked out this new neighborhood bar for the first time tonight. Noticed the new place popped up while we were away for the holidays and had to stop in. Was definitely not disappointed and so excited to have this new spot in the neighborhood!! We had Leah, Collin, and Tia working - they were all awesome, so friendly and we just had all around great service. Honestly we could not have asked for a better experience. Came for 1 drink and stayed for 2 and chatted for a while. Very cozy yet chic atmosphere, and just super comfortable. We had wine which was great but definitely will be trying the crafty cocktails when we come back on a weekend. So excited for the patio they're opening this summer too!! NEW FAVORITE SPOT! read more

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This bar is chill but the bartenders know what they're doing! I will definitely be back read more

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Cute place. The parking is awkward and hard to find. Once you find a spot your in! The patio is pretty big and it's nicely decorated. When I went they didn't have food options but you could Uber eats a meal to your table which was nice. The drinks are good and the noise level is medium. It's. A great place to take a date or catch up with friends. All the drinks on the menu are good or you can ask for your favorite mixer and spirit and you won't be disappointed. read more

I came in on Christmas Eve with my family. Made a reservation weeks in advance. We were greeted by an annoyed bartender who said to take a seat at the bar. I said "oh we actually made reservations." He replied "it doesn't matter. I'm the only one here so sit wherever and come order from me." I could tell our business was not wanted, so we left. read more

Went here this past Saturday and really liked it! We sat inside, which, if you want to sit on the patio, I would definitely suggest making a patio specific reservation. The inside was cute, more of lounge seating than any restuarant type table seating, so if you are planning to have a real meal here, it may be difficult to do at these tables inside. Definetly some cute decor though, and a very cool vibe. We were there for just some drinks and snacks, which definitely seems to be their focus, and everything was really good. I loved the Kentucky Paradise cocktail I got, and they had a good selection of wine and beer as well. Service was little slow, but it was still a great experience. I would definitely come back and check out the patio! read more

I really thought this would be a super fun pop up halloween bar, but the rude staff put a huge damper on the night! Drinks were alright but not very good. Will not be returning. read more

Great cocktails tons to choose from very delicious. Awesome outdoor space. Bad food. The charcuterie board came with aioli (fancy mayonnaise ) I've never in my life had mayonnaise on a charcuterie board. No grainy mustar, but they have mayo WTF. Cheese with mayo on it? It also seemed like they just took the meat out of the packaging any placed it on the board. Same with the cheese which there wasn't much. totally disappointed in the food overall. The arugula salad was very good. Go for drinks not for food. read more

Expensive but good. A little sterile. Good to take your customers and be able to talk, I would say perfect for that now that I am thinking about it. read more