I am a lover of speakeasy's, but not all are created equal. Some are fun and interactive, while…read moreothers are just go up and sit down. The Gatsby was not one of those spots. They give you clues on how to get upstairs and into the room as well as a password, which was so fun! Our server was amazing and played the part of a 1920s speakeasy very well. She recommended drinks to us, which was highlighted by the Nora Old Fashioned that our server helped create. It was amazing!! We also had the truffle pizza and shrimp cocktail that were booth yummy. The ambiance, especially at night with all the candles on, was perfect. I'd highly recommend coming here if you like these types of places. Well done Gatsby!!

What a cool speakeasy! So mysterious, so demure, and yet so chill. They served up one of the best…read moremocktails I've ever had. While I can't remember the name, I do know it had ginger, honey, lemon and a nice kick to it as well. By the time my friend and I got there, the kitchen was closed but I can't wait to return again to try out their food. If there drinks were any indication, I'm sure their bites are just as delicious. I don't want to give anything away from the entrance experience but just know it's really, really cool.

My friends and I did not want our night to end, so we went to King of Cups. This was my first time…read morehere, personally. Upon opening the door, the bar was crowded and seemed daunting. We were able to get a table outside, which was perfect. The dark vibes inside are personally not my favorite, but I appreciate the intimacy of the space. We did not order food, and just had some white wine. It was the perfect spot to end our fun night filled with good times, good wine, and laughs while I was visiting Chicago.

This medieval themed bar is very fun! They have huge dripping candles, a throne, and even tarot…read morereadings!! While the space isn't huge, after about 10 minutes two seats opened up so if you're patient, you can probably find a seat. The cocktails were very good and had a lot of variety. For all the ones with a fire next to them, they literally light them on fire! And not just a little either. It's very fun!

Bartenders are friendly and fun. Great selection of cocktails and eager to try more so will…read moredefinitely be back! Dark and moody atmosphere is cool too, pretty light fixtures!

Superb cocktail spot in the heart of Wrightwood! Cozy interior with great decor make this a go to…read morespot for handcrafted cocktails. Pro Tip: not many seats but it turns over quickly so wait for your spot you will love it

They only take cash. and I can tell the place is really old because of the smell but still it was a…read morecool place with great live music and interesting decors.

Does this place smell like animal piss covered up with cinnamon scented candles? Absolutely. Can…read moreyou also black out here for cheap? Also absolutely. Bartenders are super sweet, and the live music never disappoints. The true Chicago experience. Cheyanne (I'm not sure if I'm spelling her name right) is a real OG.

Went here for a quick bite to eat before a show. We were…read moregreeted right away by the friendly staff. Ordered the Ceasar side salad, six piece chicken wings, and the chicken tacos. In addition got the wood fired old fashioned. Everything was made to perfection. The salad was plentiful, the chicken wings were extremely tasty and cooked perfectly, the tacos were absolutely incredible. As was the old fashioned cocktail. The food came out fast, and the service and atmosphere was amazing. We will be back again. Thank you!

A real cute bar. Came in with some friends and the game was on it was a great time. The food didn't…read moredisappoint we ended up getting a little bit of everything (sampler platter, salad, buffalo dip eggrolls, and wings). Our server Ari was everything, nice and friendly and would always check in at the perfect times. Definitely coming back.

This is really a great concert venue for intimate shows. There is only street parking but every…read moretime I've been I haven't had an issue finding parking with a few block radius. There is a bar and restaurant attached that has a great vibe if you want to get there early for drinks/food. The line to get in usually starts in the alley and every time I have been your name is on a list and you get a hand stamp. The place is so small you really can see from anywhere in most cases and I'm an average height woman. There is a bar area in the venue if you want to enjoy a drink or two. The sound is also pretty good, but depending where you stand can be loud so bring ear plugs if you want to save your hearing. :)

I went to this venue for an intimate concert and it was a great experience. The venue is well…read moremaintained, had good service, a clean bathroom, great sound system and a good selection of no alcoholic drinks.

rachel took care of us all night - definitely recommend coming here !!! paid attention to us all…read morenight and made sure we had drinks and were okay

Came to this bar on our way out to the zoo. It's a small bar but spacious bar. They host live…read moremusic, although we didnt partake on this particular day. I was on the search for a Sunday happy hr & this was the spot. Half prices drinks. HH is as follows. S-TH 5p-7p F-SA 4P-6P

We have been to Elixir a few times and it is always a great choice for unique and delicious…read morecocktails! It is a cozy little bar with dim lighting perfect for a date night drink. The bartenders are always very friendly and check in often which is always appreciated. You're always immediately given little pretzels to snack on which I love as a unique touch. This time we both chose a more standard cocktail, but they also always have very unique and delicious seasonal cocktails which are always amazing! I would definitely recommend Elixir to anyone looking for a spot to grab a quick and delicious cocktail!

On our first night in Boystown, Jamie W and I were pretty overwhelmed by the crowds at Sidetrack…read moreand Roscoe's, so we ended up coming here to make Jamie's virginal gay bar debut. It was the right move because it had the kind of chill vibe we were seeking after a long flight from SFO. Fortunately there were two seats at the bar with our names on them. Figuratively speaking. They had quite a signature cocktail list on hand, and we felt it was our obligation to try as many as we could. At least that was what we said to ourselves as the evening wore on. Each cocktail was $14. We started with a couple of familiar libations. Jamie ordered the Mint Julep, a delightfully Deep South mix of bourbon, simple syrup, and fresh mint (photo: https://yelp.to/u-td8LdPLj). I went further south with the Pineapple Margarita which was emboldened by a tropically potent mix of pineapple infused tequila, lime juice, and agave (photo: https://yelp.to/V-Sf6Q_2qK). We got a bit bolder with our second round and found mixed results. Jamie had the Not Your Mom's Daiquiri which amped up the margarita by blending pineapple-infused tequila with Bacardi 8-year rum. Along with fresh lime and simple syrup, this one definitely had more of a kick (photo: https://yelp.to/1ZijDf6wMV). However, my order, the Pontiac Pony, was a spicy miss for me. It was a rather oddball mix of apple-cinnamon infused vodka, pear liqueur, fresh squeezed lemon juice, and ginger beer (photo: https://yelp.to/5dQoFdzG98). There was just a harshness that didn't sit well on my tongue. Oh well, the mellow vibe was cool. COCKTAILS - 4 stars...three out of four cocktails were aces, just one clinker AMBIANCE - 4 stars...very chill, fairly quiet for Boystown SERVICE - 4 stars...cool bartenders TOTAL - 4 stars...check it out when you take a break from your Boystown cruising RELATED - Exploring Chicago? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/44c4CZO

Our karaoke group has gone to Brando's location on Dearborn numerous times but we wanted to try…read morethis location so we came here on 6/26/26. What a spacious and fun place. When you walk in, the bar is right there, then further back is where the karaoke is. Brian is the DJ and he is super fun and sings well himself. There was self-serve popcorn for $2 and happy hour specials. We are definitely looking forward to coming back here. Friendly staff, spacious venue with comfy booths and a really good time. You can park on the street or use the self park a block down. Thanks Brando's-Lincoln Park, see you soon!

Brando's is always entertaining and they have a generous Happy Hour. We usually grab a drink and…read morehear a few karaoke sessions. The bar is pretty big with two separate seating areas. This venue is easier to get into compared to the one in the Loop but both are a good time. At this location there is plenty of meter parking off Lincoln Avenue and garage nearby. Be careful though as they have weird hours of enforcement. Plenty of food venues to score some tasty bites to include some dessert places that are nearby. Check this place out if you wanna belt a few tunes and need a chill venue to hang out.

Husband and I stopped in on a rainy Sunday afternoon. Service was really friendly and attentive and…read moreatmosphere and vibes were exactly what we wanted. I ordered the fish and chips. The fish was crunchy and tasty, not at all soggy or oily. It was probably the best I've had in years. My husband ordered the Mac and cheese and it was great, too. We had a few drinks and finished with the toffee cake. Everything was just great and I'd definitely come back.

Beautiful room, absolutely mind blowing in the details creating a warm comfortable vibe. The three…read moremembers of the staff we interacted with were all...perfect. I drink heavily, drafts are $9 and up so I must the feeling that hit me minutes after sitting at the bar...I want to come here every night. I must stay strong.