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    Vitalogy on Dearborn

    4.7 (27 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Happy hour menu
    Mike M.

    I've enjoyed Vitalogy a couple of times and loved the experience. From the reclaimed decor to the perfectly made drinks. But the service stood out each time as they always made me feel welcomed, even when busy. Go for the happy hour, stay for the service.

    Mushroom truffle flatbread
    Diane M.

    Vitalogy is a cute little neighborhood spot that specializes in unique cocktails. I've been here a couple of times and have tried two different mocktails and some of the food items. I appreciated that the non-alcoholic selection was so extensive. I really liked the cheeseburger but thought the mushroom flatbread was a bit underwhelming in taste. Overall, it's a cozy spot to grab a drink or a bite!

    Leslie C.

    Excellent and friendly service. Cool vibes. The drinks were alright but I don't think I ordered well, so I want to come back and try again. First, I ordered the "Second City Milk Punch" with prosecco, Malort milk punch, and glitter. I like prosecco and the glitter looked cool. I just moved here so I was unfamiliar with Malort and I got a rude awakening with how sour it was and I couldn't handle it. Reyna was very kind and let me try a new drink instead. I can't remember what it was. It was okay, but I guess not memorable, but definitely better than my first drink. My boyfriend enjoyed Dante's Inferno. I definitely want to return and try more drinks and find my favorite. I would also like to try their THC and CBD drink options. The menu is cool. I would also like to try the food. The dessert menu looks great.

    Dante's inferno
    Lynette H.

    My husband and I had cocktails here recently before heading to an improve show nearby. We had a good time the drinks were good! Their menu is not very large, which I actually appreciate. I had a Dante's Inferno, because I love mezcal and my husband had an old fashion. We both really enjoyed our drinks. The cocktails are $18. Which I think may be on the pricier side but most bars in Chicago have their cocktails priced like this. There are a lot of tables and a long bar for ample seating. When we went; it was a Friday night around 7pm. We didn't have trouble getting a table. Their menu staff is nice and the place is rather clean. We didn't try any of their food but maybe next time!

    Maester Study
    Melissa S.

    This is a very cozy and inviting cocktail bar in Printer's Row. Service was fast and friendly. I only enjoyed one drink, the Maester's Study, and it was absolutely incredible. I wish I had been able to try another cocktail and sample the food menu. Next time...and there will definitely be a next time!

    Eric L.

    First time at Vitalogy, had been wanting to check this place out for awhile. My lovely wife took me here for my birthday and the cocktails did not disappoint. I had the Dante's Inferno, which was quite smoky and robust in flavor. She had the Low Voltage, which was really refreshing. The bar nuts were quite tasty. Service was super friendly. Great addition to the neighborhood.

    Merrill O.

    One of the newer places in the neighborhood. Still haven't eaten there but it's a fun space for drinks. Good service, pretty buildout of the space, creative cocktails, decent beer selection...just a bit pricy. But, sign of the times, eh? If you are in the neighborhood, pop in!

    Charcuterie board (small)
    John T.

    Fun, casual, live music venue - drinks are clever and taste great, the small portion charcuterie board is perfect for a light snack.

    Bar!
    Crystal C.

    Stop me if you've heard this one before ....two sad Dallas Cowboys fans walk in to a bar ...no but really after leaving a pitiful game where we lost we were immediately greeted by sweet Austin and Talon! When I was having doubts on my choice Talon wholeheartedly suggested the old fashion which turned out to be perfection !!! I had a taste of my buddies martini and it too was simply delicious!! Both Talon and Austin held great conversation and were very attentive to us!! If our ride hadn't arrives so quickly I would have loved to have stayed longer ! They just made the vibe feel real nice !! The place is gorgeous ! I loved everything about it !! I want to go back next time I'm in Chicago ! YOU should go!!

    Salted maple old fashioned  Old forester 100 proof bourbon, maple Demerara, bitters
    Jim D.

    I was surprised by this place. Before now moody tongue was the only other establishment in south loop where you could get an above average cocktail. Balance was there, no particular ingredient outshined the other & the drink was potent to say the least. A bit on the pricier side imho but nonetheless I have place to satisfy my hard to please palette near my home.

    They have a copy of Vitalogy, first published in 1899 in Chicago (maybe in Printer's Row?) which also inspired the album by Pearl Jam. Cool!
    Jill A.

    Cocktails, service and ambience are all great. It's a very small place but very chic and cozy, would be a great date place. Husband and I split the cheeseburger and it was well-prepared and tasty. Overall, I love this new addition to Printer's Row and can see myself becoming a regular!

    Second city milk punch
    Lorraine W.

    Came here with some friends on opening night! The owner (James) and our bartender (Austin) as well as everyone else behind the bar were very nice. I thought it all went very smoothly for having just opened. James had Austin make me a complimentary off-menu drink with brandy (not normally my go-to) and surprisingly I loved it!! Their cin cin martini was good and the second city milk punch was beautiful. I think Dante's Inferno might have been one of my favorites. There was definitely a lot of heat to it without being too painful (though the feeling also lingered ). A fun little spot to check out!

    Salted maple old fashioned, Maester's study and steak skewer.

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    7 months ago

    Cocktails were fantastic. Our bartender took the time to help guide us to best choices for each of us.

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    Friendly staff, nice cozy atmosphere. Drinks are pretty good and the burger is delicious. It's a nice new addition to the neighborhood.

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    Drinks were amazing and the vibe of the place was most excellent. Our daughter took us here when we visited her and we were impressed.

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    Cute place with fancy cocktails. I appreciated the fun mocktail options, Casa del sol had a nice citrusy flavor.

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    The Chicago food tour commences... First stop, drinks at Bisous! This cocktail bar was listed no…read more 39 on the top 50 bars in North America for 2025. It was no wonder when we arrived that there was a line out the door. We waited around 45 minutes, and the bouncer was a really nice fellow who kept track of the numbers and people at the door. Upon entering, we were immersed in a dimly lit retro-style lounge. It was quite loud inside and packed as we walked to our seats. The server was great at taking our orders and offering suggestions. I opted for the French 75, which featured sparkling wine and mixed gin, brandies, and citrus. The drink was delicious, but STRONG. I don't know what they put in the cocktails in America, but I am always finished after one drink. Needless to say, we were all struggling to finish our own drinks. My favourite touch was the coasters, I ended up keeping all of them so that I can reuse them at my galentines event next year. The 'bisous' with the kiss on the other side is a perfect touch! I think the drinks are fairly priced for USD. I would love to return someday to try other drinks and bar bites, and also try their sister bar, Sparrow.

    My boyfriend and I were visiting Chicago (from Las Vegas) 2 weeks ago, and were very excited to…read morecheck out Bisous, as it looked nice inside and had good reviews. Imagine my shock when we didn't even make it past the bouncer because he was so rude, AS OTHER RECENT REVIEWS HAVE MENTIONED AS WELL! We had dinner nearby and walked to Bisous after, and saw there was a line of 5 or 6 people outside. We expected this as we knew Bisous is a first come, first serve bar. We were curious what the wait time would look like, so we approached the front door to ask a host or employee inside (we assumed there'd be a desk with an employee working it who could give us a wait time). We had no problem waiting, just wanted to see how long they estimated it would be! Before we could even fully open the door, the bouncer swung the door open from the other side and hit me with the door. I stumbled back a few steps and he looked at us and said, and I quote, "What do you want?". I laughed at first because I thought he was joking and putting on a tough guy act. He was not. We quickly explained we just wanted to see what the wait time was, and he said "don't you see there's a line outside?" We said yes, and explained we just wanted to know a rough estimated wait time. He just blankly stared at us while ushering us out. Both my boyfriend and I have worked in customer-service roles for a very, very long time. This encounter was not only extremely rude and unprofessional, but he also hit me hard enough with the door to send me stumbling back, and then said nothing about it and continued to address us in a tone that was nothing less than annoyed and irritated. We didn't end up going inside because that encounter left such a bad taste in our mouths. I don't believe in spending my money at establishments that don't treat their customers with the bare minimum respect they deserve! Bummed we didn't get to experience it, as I'm sure it was lovely inside and I can only hope the rest of the employees were much more kind and accommodating, or at least able to answer a simple question. Fire your "bouncer" (??) and hire someone with some basic customer service and communication skills!!

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    New favorite cocktail bar in the city!!…read more It's the perfect spot for a winter night-- the bar has moody lighting, an outdoor fireplace, and phenomenal cocktails. We tried a couple of drinks and our favorites were the espresso martini and the n/a garden smash. The espresso martini is a must order! It's clear and made with chocolate and a coffee foam. We got to speak with the beverage manager Alex and he told us all about how they make all of their syrups and juices in house, the drinks do not contain any major allergens, and many of them have no added sugar. You can tell that eveyone here is very proud of what they do!

    So... I'd parked my scooter on my way to Elixir, and couldn't help but notice The Nook as I was…read morewalking towards the entrance. After my drink next door, I would be remiss if I didn't stop in. What I got was one of the more unique and interesting cocktails I'd tried! It was the Sick Day, and while I don't command the English language or my palate enough to do it justice, I can tell you that it was definitely a great sipper. The absinthe mist, despite being just that, has a way of doing that. I want to give some credit to the service. While the bar was shorthanded at the time, the barman on duty did his very best as a one-man show. Can't fault them too much, someone calls out sick last minute, and that's that. However, if there is something I can hold against them it's the heat! I'm not sure why, but the upon coming in, the place was HOT! After settling in, it became more bearable, but this is the kind of thing that sometimes persuades me to leave before I order anything.

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    Went here with a group of six friends after dinner for cocktails and absolutely loved the vibe! The…read morepresentation of the mocktails was so creative and beautiful. While the mocktail options were limited, they had a great variety of cocktails to choose from. Since it was Valentine's week, there was a violinist going table to table playing songs, which added such a romantic and classy touch to the evening. The ambiance overall was amazing -- stylish, fun, and perfect for pictures. Even the ladies' room and certain corners of the bar were great for photos! Definitely a spot I would go back to again. Service was good, well served

    I came here to take a floral class and it was an amazing experience! I've been to their location on…read moreDivision and this location is absolutely lovely. It feels like an Alice and Wonderland speakeasy. Beautiful lush velvet seating, gorgeous floral art on the walls, charming chandeliers with the sexiest mood lighting and a really cool area where the floral class took place. It's a vibe. Service was meh. I didn't love seating at the bar for 20 minutes and not provided water or asked if I wanted a drink. Ah well. An excuse to not drink and save money I guess. Food is fine. I ordered truffle fries--nothing to write home about. Service was also spotty during my class. My server never brought what I requested. The stars are specifically for the floral class which was amazing! The instructor was absolutely fantastic and so informative. We were able to pick out stems and make a lovely arrangement. I also loved that they helped us wrap the bouquet professionally to gift if we wanted it. Fantastic! 5 stars and the instructor made this experience. There was another staff member there that tried to organize everything and made sure we had a good time and I appreciate that. I would return only to participate in the class.

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