Everything about this place is WOW. Came in on a Wednesday night which was probably the best decision ever because what I hear from my friends, there is always a crazy line on weekends so actually I recommend to go on a weekday to avoid any line! It was my first time there and definitely got lost because I had no idea where the entrance was! I heard from a couple of people how the entrance was in an alley way and using the GPS it was not really useful. Thankfully, we ran into a stranger who has been there before and helpfully pointed us in the right direction. It's actually hidden to speak on a serious note. When we were walking, we actually passed it without even noticing it. So just note that the entrance is actually in the alley. When you enter, there is a wall of skulls before heading downstairs and it was so beautiful. Even when we were downstairs, the decor was amazing. It definitely kept with the tiki theme and it was so cute. We grab three drinks to share amongst the two of us and seriously it all very strong. I think we left kind of buzz which sometimes is a good feeling. Definitely recommend! Pricing are as how it should be for a downtown location, pricy. read more

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This place is just your typical Hawaiian tiki speakeasy... you know, one of those... I was led down an alley by my Chicago-dwelling friends to the door that lead us down a staircase to this tropical speakeasy. The theme is executed perfectly and the ambiance is truly unique. It's Hawaiian without the glimpse of feeling cheap or hokey. It was difficult to navigate through the crowd, but we managed to get a drink at the bar. I had the "Fat Bottomed Mermaid." This tasted like vacation in a cup. All of the drinks are served in unique tiki-glasses. These fruity concoctions are strong, and taste very fresh (like you're not ordering a bunch of juice from concentrate). Some of the large drinks (served out of a giant treasure chest carried by two employees) come with theatrical entrances (lightening and pirate noises), it was definitely a spectacle. I think if you can score a table here, you could definitely have a 5-star experience. However, there was so little room to stand comfortably and it was so loud that you could hardly hear the person next to you. With the show that this place puts on, it's no wonder that it's such a draw for locals and tourists. read more

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Visiting from California and this was the first stop we had for the night. I love the ambiance and the drinks and appetizers! I had piña colada tried the crab rangoon. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. I heard this place is packed towards end of the week and on weekends especially. But going on a Wednesday night is just the perfect time to enjoy the place and what it has to offer. Definitely returning! read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Piña colada - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

As good as it gets, folks! This is one of the best tiki joints in the US. Make reservations in advance if you want to visit the Bamboo Club within the restaurant. Great service and the attention to detail in their cocktails is top notch! Can't wait to go back next year! read more

Very busy with a line outside but it moves fast! Fun atmosphere inside! When you make it inside there are a lot of tables but those are reservation only. The other seating is pretty limited and mostly standing crowded room. Fun to watch the bartender make all the unique drinks. The drink itself is pretty strong, was disappointed the glasses are mostly filled with ice for how large they are and $$$ for drinks. Fun place to go once and experience. Wouldn't be one of my regular bars to stop by. read more

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Drinks are super cute and creative! Got the Sippopotamus. Have to make a table reservation ahead of time otherwise there's just bar seating. Staff was nice though and I feel like the pricing is what you'd expect for drinks like this. read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Drink - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Loved this place! I had the pain killer and Thai fried chicken. All super good. I definitely recommend making reservations weeks in advance, otherwise they allow you to stand at bar and seats are at first come first serve basis. It can get pretty crowded so reservations are a must. Great atmosphere and definitely a hidden gem! read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Painkiller - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ive been here three times now. Two times no reservation and one time for a birthday. Birthday was great and we had a nice private booth and the Group drinks seem pretty pricey but are so worth it and come out looking so cool! We tried on a Friday night and they were packed so I highly recommend a weekend reservation. I went on a Tuesday night around 20:00 and we instantly got a table and also had some food and it was pretty good. The chips and guacamole and the sticks were really good!! I had the Jet Pilot and their signature Three Dots and a Dash and they were great! My friend got the hot buttered rum and it came in like a shot glass.. but the group cocktails are the best price and they do a great job with the presentation! read more

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This place was great! I was traveling to Chicago for Lollapalooza and decided to hit this place up early, which was a good call as they tend to get packed as the hours roll on. Anyway, the service was great - super friendly servers that were the right amount of attentive - and the music wasn't so loud that good conversation couldn't be had. The food was flavorful and unique, I really enjoyed the selection and my group had a bit of everything (as we couldn't decide). The coconut shrimp, yuca frites, and jerk chicken wings were some of my faves. As for the drinks, they were probably some of the most Instagram-able cocktails I've ever had. I'll update with pics at a later date. We ordered the Lapu Lapu which was a bit sweet but not in an overpowering way. It came out smoking (from dry ice, perhaps?) and definitely fit in with the overall tiki theme of the place. I'd definitely return to Three Dots and a Dash in the future and look forward to trying some new drink options! read more

Cute small bar located in the back alley. It was so hard for us to find this place and we were able to find it by asking around. This place is so small inside, it's definitely recommended to sit in and order food so that you can have a seat there. If you don't it's so hard to move around there. Drinks are so tasty and crafty! They are definitely worth trying. read more

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Such a cool place with a very modern tiki vibe. Everything about this place... from the half-hidden entryway in a seedy alley, to the wall of skulls that greets you when you enter, to the myriad of drink choices to choose from (some of them quite epic) ... all of these make this place truly a bar worth visiting. Warning: The drinks are STRONG ... my cousin called it jet fuel, but they'll definitely get you where you need to be. The food was also quite good ... the app sampler and a few sides should be good for a decent sized group. My drink of choice was the Mai Tai ... not sweet like i'm used to... almost sour with citrus and alcohol. No more than two of those if you still want to enjoy your night :x Overall a really cool spot that I would highly recommend. Stay Cheerful ;) read more

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Loved the ambience. Hidden jewel in the city. Perfect for date night. Must try their cocktails with a bunch of friends in downtown!

Music was way too loud and they were playing regular party music. Hen parties roving. Totally busted the vibe for me. Standing at the bar should be eliminated. Drinks were good. I was not impressed with their skull rating and small print up-charge for said drinks. Just put the actual prices next to the drink. If I go back I will do the Bamboo Room, it looked a lot less chaotic and more authentic. Two stars mostly based on ambiance. I want a low light, quiet , relaxing experience, you know - what tiki is meant to be. A tropical escape for "everyman". These corporate owned "tiki bars" are getting it all wrong. This is the Bub City of Tiki, for sure. read more

Went to Chicago for a few days with my boyfriend. We wanted to go for drinks. I summoned an Uber but we could not find the bar. The bar is actually on the back side of he building, so you have to go through an alley and then downstairs. We did not have reservations. The place was packed on a Monday night. We were able to get two seats at the bar. They had many different drink concoctions. Our drinks were delicious. We even ordered a drink to "share". Would recommend. read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Ambiance was good. Drinking cups looks good to take pictures but the drinks was aight. Only for insta stories. Overall will recommend for 1 time visit then thats it. Service not bad too. Fast service. read more

Only rating this a 4 stars bc the hosts weren't as friendly when asking for a table. The drinks look breathtaking and the food were delicious. read more

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This place was not easy to find, after walking up & down Clark street a few times we had to ask someone where it was. We're told walk down the dark street, two lefts, then down alley, then look for the tiki torches....umm....huh? They were right! Upon arrival you are greeted by a bouncer & a mini flashlight for id verification. Once cleared, you walk down two long hallways to a hostess podium for check-in. Lucky for us, no wait for our large group. The decor here is spot on, and staff is very friendly. The drinks are expensive, sweet, creative/fun, very strong with lots of ice. No tap beer, only bottled. Food menu options is limited, maybe 7-8 items, the serving portions are small and pricey. The ambience is fun, loud, and dark. For us it was fun to experience it once. Decor 5 stars Staff 5 stars Drinks 3 stars (too much ice & expensive) Food menu 2 stars Location 1 star (hard to find front door, no signage on Clark street) read more

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So happy my fav tiki bar is open indoor and outdoor. Must check out the outdoor new fall set up it's super cute and refreshing. We sat indoor and ordered some of my fav drinks. read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Highlights/Lowlights 1) "secret"/hard to find entrance gives this place a fun twist 2) super fruity tropical drinks 3) spacious set up We visited Three Dots and a Dash super late on a Sunday.I knew from friends that the bar was one that has limited labels and is hard to find, but WHOA is it hard to find. My fiancé and I walked around the block a few times before discovering the entrance in a little back alley. In our opinion, it just adds to the fun but if you are looking for somewhere more straight forward this maybe isn't the place for you. After you walk down the stairs, you enter a huge bar/restaurant space. Because we were there late, there were plenty of tables open. The space is way over the top decorated tiki creating a fun but a little gimmicky of an atmosphere. We were starving and hoping to get some appetizers but unfortunately the kitchen closed at at midnight. However, it was a Sunday night so this seems pretty reasonable. The drink menu boasted tons of big fruity/sugary tiki cocktails. The cocktails are big, but you are definitely paying for the size. This isn't a place for cheap drinks. If you are looking to try something unique in the downtown Chicago area, this is a fun place to try. read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Big sugary cocktail! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came to this place with a few of my girlfriends and it was good. The service was excellent and the food and drinks were ok. We got the $35 plate with mix of all the appetizers. I only liked the sliders and crab Rangoon. The other appetizers were either cold or too salty. The drinks were also good but I got a stomach ache drinking the aloha Felicia. Overall, I would come back because the service was the best and the place is pretty cool. read more

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The wait is crazy on a Saturday night. We got to this bar around 9:15pm and waited about 30 minutes. When you first enter the bar, you are greeted with hundreds of skulls. Once we were inside, we wrote our name down for a table. The presentations of the drinks, the decor, the bartenders are on point! Although getting our drinks took a while, I loved how much effort is put in to make one drink. Just look at all of the pictures of the drinks. They are amazing. They are work of art. We each ordered Three Dots and a Dash, Western Sour, Daquiri Au natural, and Chief Lapu Lapu. We got the table after 1.5 hours of wait and we sat down for Zombie and tequila shots. I highly recommend getting the Zombie. i think it was worth the price for 4-5 people. Tequila shots..not so much. It was too expensive but one of my friends is head over heels with tequilas so we had to get it. I will definitely come back. I recommend making a reservation for a table before coming. Disclaimer: if you're single ready to mingle, I do not recommend this place. This is more of come with your friends and have fun kind of a bar. read more

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Came here spontaneously after a quick dinner at Shake Shack. I've always wanted to come here cause it's looked super cool and there were a bunch of reviews about it. It is definitely not as hidden as it's made out to be. Once you get into the alley, you'll see tiki torches and a bouncer checking IDs. We got in and the host explained that there's a reservation in 1.5 hours so we could sit down but we would have to get out of there by then. That was super nice of them! 6 of us fit perfectly in a booth. They gave us menus and some time for us to look at the menu, then came back and explain the menu to us. If you want a drink and aren't sure about what's in it, make sure to ask since not all of the description are good. I ordered the Missionarys Downfall, which was super fruity and I didn't taste the alcohol at all. If you're feeling something more alcohol-y order from the high octane part of the menu! All of the drinks come in super cute cups or with cute decorations. I loved the orchids! I wasn't extra impressed with the drinks(would give 3 stars), but the ambiance was nice and the service was excellent. read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Missionary's Downfall - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My friend chose this place as she wanted something different I had it bookmarked already so I know it would be special. Even though the page clearly states it is around the corner and through the alley the Uber driver left us around the corner. Once you do get here we see the lite tiki torches and bouncer at the door. We enter this dark corridor and go down the stairs illuminated with skull heads up above. The hostess leads us to our reserved table inside the middle of the floor right near the tiki bar. Nice place it feels like an escape from the city and now you are on vacation! The drink menu is large colorful and ginormous. They even have aeveral drinks to be shared by a large party. We all chose our own. I was torn berween the three dots and a dash signature punch or the Caribbean punch served in a ceramic fish. The fish won out by suggestion of our server and it was so delicious I even had another. The second one was definitely stronger than the first. In fact the menu guides you on which ones are strong. We shared a pu pu platter that was served perfectly and plenty for the three of us. In fact many of the selections came in three. There was spring rolls,mini meatballs with macadamia nuts,yuca fries which appeared to be made there as they were fresh and coconut shrimp just to name my favorites. Very cool place you can tell by the finishes that everything was high end and they really paid close attention to the details which made it special. I would definitely come back on my next trip to Chicago. read more

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Super cute place with real tiki vibes but its chaotic even on a Wednesday evening, don't you people have to work tomorrow? Or they could be tourist like me and my friend, who knows. Trying to get a drink from here can be pour chaos as everyone is hoovering around the bar area but thankfully I was able to manage my way to the bar and order 2 drinks. Its quite cramped and didn't find any seats which is fine with me. Drinks are on the pricier side but definitely has a punch and tasted delicious. Would come here just for the vibes. read more

We had a great experience celebrating my wife's birthday. Great drinks and food. The tab will add up

This place has a lot of choices for group drinks and a great place to meet if you have a bigger group of people. I suggest making reservations ahead of time so you can beat the long line outside. We had the head hunter which was really good if you like sweet and fruity drinks. Everyone has their own straw and shares the drink (good for 3-4 people). It comes out to be $20 per person. The skull cup looks small in the menu but it is actually pretty large. The fun part is that it comes with a cool burning flame. The atmosphere is very festive and the decor makes you feel like you're in Hawaii. The music playlist was great and it covers from older to recent hip-hop and pop music. Approved. read more

The service, drinks and vibe all exceeded my expectations. Our server was very attentive and welcoming. The drinks were strong... but had just the right amount of sweetness and mixture of tropical flavors. Very dim.. great vibe.. and chill music. read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Three Dots and a Dash has very cute mugs/glasses and definitely strong-enough drinks. My friend and I got a big skull on fire to share, and they have other fun drinks. This place is definitely on the pricier side, and a place you would go for nice drinks / a nice night out. We tried their yuca frites, Thai fried chicken, lanai luau chips, and coconut shrimp. Their food definitely isn't anything special / I wouldn't go out of my way to pay these prices for the food, but definitely a fun snack for when you're drinking their drinks. read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Flaming skull cocktail - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been here a few times, and while the vibes are always great, it is still a pretty expensive drink at around $17 for a typical cocktail. Granted, this is the same price for most cocktail bars around the city. Make sure you get in early or secure a reservation if you want a table downstairs. I recommend the lower wacker for a delicious sweet tiki drink. read more

If you are visiting Chicago this is a cool spot to visit but a bit hard to find. We waited in line in an alley and entered by going downstairs. They decked out their space with tons of decorations like lush jungle/tropical plants and bamboo. And the drink are given to you in fun glasses or on statues with dry ice or lit up vessels. I recommend it if you're traveling. read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Skull wall at entry - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

had such a good time. bartender John was super kind, attentive and the drinks were very good. definitely will be coming back! highly rec for cocktails read more

Been here a number of times already and I've consistently found it to be enjoyable. Who doesn't love a good tiki bar with strong drinks? After 2-3 of these tropical creations, you'll get where you need to be. Don't let those pretty flower garnishes fool you! The bartenders here are awesome. All of them are incredibly friendly and attentive. It's super fun to watch them make the drinks and you can really tell how carefully each one is crafted. Makes it well worth the $14 per drink. If I had to choose, I'd say that the Missionary's downfall and painkiller are my two favorites cocktails. It's a bit more on the sweeter side. It does get crowded fast and there's usually a long line on the weekends, so be sure to make reservation. This is the place to take your friends from out of town. It can be a bit difficult to find, since it's located in a dark alley (in between Clark and Dearborn), but you won't regret it once you get in. It's like entering a tropical escape in the middle of the city. read more

Three Dots and A Dash - The treasure chest - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A little hard to find, but I think that's the point. The drinks were well worth the odyssey of finding the entrance.

You can make reservations in advance. The overall theme of the bar was great. The drinks were good and also followed the theme

Best place down town to get drinks and to take a person if your tryna catch a vibe the food isn't all that but the drinks and vibes is amazing especially on Friday and Saturday night read more

Would be a five star rating but the drinks and appetizers are a little pricey. Yikes. Great atmosphere. Cute little tiki bar in the basement, in River North. How awesome is that? Had a few drinks. They are stiff! 2 or 3 should get you there. The food is good although pricey and small in portions. This would be a place to meet up with your date or friends BEFORE you go to dinner or afterwards. If you spend the night in there for fun, you'll pay for it. LOL Great place to return to... read more

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...- Is that what this place is called? Clearly, my version is a lot shorter and gets the point across easier. Or maybe I need to be a little tiki tipsy for this one. Nonetheless, this little gem of a tiki bar hidden in downtown Chicago is a must for anyone that wants to pretend flowers are edible. On any given weekend, you are bound to wait in line outside. Hot girls beware- you're more likely than not going to be sent to the back of the line even if you think you are hot ish based on American standards ;) (and when it rains, the lounge usually provides umbrellas while you wait in line). I've been here on two special occasions already: post-interview and birthday jam. Both were super fun inside this VERY atmospheric lounge. You've got what I call "island remixes" to Top 40 blasting with a small dance floor, and plenty of tables if you decide to do table-service/make a reservation with food. It WILL be crowded up until 1:30 - 2:00 in the morning when the crowd starts to die down. Now as for the drinks- yep, they are magical, mysterious, and tasty. You've got a range of drinks in skulls, tiki heads, boats... they've got it all. Drinks are on the more expensive side ($13-$100+) but you'll be sure to look cool while holding one! If you're drunk enough (or just hungry), be sure to take a bite on the flowers. My only real complaint would be the abundance of island remixes. Sometimes I just need to get down to the original. Instead we get a lot of songs that remind me I should be in Hawai'i. Boo. Have fun kids! read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Big Bar Selection - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Well, this place is extraordinary for atmosphere. From the moment you descend the stairs into to the lair, you are entranced. The host last night was very courteous and granted us a table for a hour or so even without a Rez, on a very busy Saturday evening. Most drinks are served in classic, fun tiki kitsch containers. But, and this is a very big but, my Mai Tai was terrible. It tasted like pure rum, nothing else except ice. The waitress did warn me it was strong, or high octane, in their parlance. I should have just sent it back and got something else, as I could not drink it. If you have a tiki bar, you have to be able to make a great Mai Tai. I tasted my friends drink, something with cucumber and foam, it was delicious. read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Mai Tai's are extremely strong. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Had some beers at Goose Island before stumbling over here and I'm glad we did because I'm not sure how long I would've stood in line for a tiki bar if I was sober :) JK! Or am I .. We made some new friends while in line and to be fair, the line did move pretty quickly. I want to say that we waited about 15 minutes at most. We walked downstairs into a dimly lit room and it was pretty packed but we were able to squeeze in the bar to order some drinks and stand off to the side where there was a little side table. It was very busy but everyone was more or less understanding of how packed it was and no one really had any problems ordering drinks. I had a banana daiquiri first which was delicious and even had a banana dolphin sticking out of it! Then, I asked the bartender for 2 of their strongest drinks and ended up with some mai tais :D The bathrooms were never busy [always a plus when everyone's drinking] and super clean with an attendant inside as well. The lighting and fun staff definitely made this an enjoyable experience and all the customers were there to have a good time which also added to its charm. I don't know how often I'd come here if I was a local but I'd definitely recommend it for out of towners to experience at least once! Note: I was wearing jean shorts, Nikes & a tank top while our new friends were dressed up .. safe to say there's no dress code. read more

Three Dots and A Dash - Mai tais .. Delicious but strong! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

OK, there's a lot of hoopla about this place so I had high expectations. The positives The food was decent. We had the Pu Pu Platter. I'd compare it to an elevated TGI Fridays. For the price I certainly expected more. The service was exceptional. The doormen, the hostess, the waitress, they were all fantastic. This is definitely a "we don't know the word no" establishment. The decor was great. Tiki in downtown Chicago, I'll take it! The negatives They're known for their drinks, but something was way off. We had three of their signature drinks, and we sent back two as undrinkable. One was just barely ok. I don't know if something in the recipes was bad or if the bartender had an off day, but they tasted awful, and they're not cheap. The lighting was so dark that we literally had to take our phones out to see the menu. You can hardly enjoy the decor because you can't see it. The prices were high for the type of food being served. I expect to pay top dollar for prices in downtown Chicago for excellent food. I don't expect to pay top dollar for restaurant chain type food. Conclusion This is definitely one of the cases where the hype is more than the reality. It's a good spot for a nonsignature drink then leave for dinner elsewhere. read more