The Berkshire Room is an upscale lounge specializing in craft cocktails all created by a talented team. The atmosphere is retro classy and definitely worth a visit before or after dinner for cocktails with friends. There is ample seating either in the private side rooms, the booths in the lounge area or at the bar. The clientele that frequent the Berkshire Room rave about the dealers' choice, which allows guests to choose the spirit, flavor profile and glassware. The bartender then customizes a unique and customized cocktail. Besides the tasty cocktails and the relaxing ambiance, the Berkshire also offers bar snacks and small dishes. The Berkshire room is located within River North's swanky ACME hotel.
Nestled in the heart of Randolph Row, HIDE+SEEK brings comfortable elegance and playful design to West Loop. Our creative American shared plates menu incorporates touches from Spain, France, and Italy. The beverage program follows suit, and features fresh takes on classic cocktails and hand selected wines. Please note: We are cashless and accept all major credit, debit cards, and Apple Pay.
High Craft, Low KeyAfter isn’t about white tablecloths or hushed voices. It’s about unmatched cocktails, loud laughter, good music, and an authentically laid-back spirit. It’s a come-as-you-are bar—because a great drink should make you feel something, not just impress you.Opened by Michelin-starred Chef Curtis Duffy reinventing what a cocktail bar can be—seasonal, boundary-pushing drinks, grounded in technique, built for fun. After is where culinary precision meets barroom revelry. After was named one of the United States' Top 15 bars by Food & Wine in Spring 2024. In 2023, Esquire put After on their Best Bars in America list. The New York Times featured After in their 2023 "36 Hours in Chicago."
Soak in the vibes of Chicago’s famous Restaurant Row and the views of the stunning city skyline at the Rooftop at Nobu Hotel.
The Rooftop encourages walk-ins.
Machine Cocktail Bar is an upscale, chic Chicago cocktail bar and private event venue in River North, known for expertly handcrafted cocktails, an elevated food menu meant for sharing, a high-level design aesthetic, immersive interiors, and a refined nightlife atmosphere. This romantic, experience-driven cocktail lounge is the perfect spot for date night, happy hour, Valentine's, girls' night out, and social gatherings with groups. An ideal River North event space for birthday parties, corporate events, company happy hours, after-work events, networking events, brand activations, holiday parties, cocktail receptions, anniversaries, engagement parties, and milestone celebrations, Machine delivers a sophisticated yet energetic setting for memorable experiences. Must be 21+ to enjoy Machine. For parties of more than 8, please email lauren@machinehospitality.com.
Located in the cellar level of The Hoxton, Chicago hotel, Lazy Bird is a cocktail and music lounge in Chicago’s Fulton Market District. Known for its extensive signature cocktail program, luminary bartenders, live music, and low lighting, Lazy Bird hums with energy every evening, making it the perfect start, middle, or end to a night on the town.
Nestled in Chicago's vibrant River West neighborhood, at the bustling intersection of Milwaukee, Halsted, and Grand Avenue, Pearl Club offers an exquisite escape into a world of refined cocktails and inviting ambiance. Co-founded by hospitality veterans Rob Katz of Boka Restaurant Group and Matt Ruder, this elegant lounge seamlessly blends the old-world charm of London's classic cocktail scene with modern Chicago sophistication. Guests can anticipate a thoughtfully curated experience, featuring a diverse drink menu crafted by Paolo Acuna and a delightful selection of complementary bites overseen by Chef Isaac Blinn. The interior, designed by Kehoe Designs, exudes a sophisticated yet cozy atmosphere with rich wood tones and plush velvet. A wheelchair-accessible car park is available.
The Franklin Room celebrates the sense of connection one can only find in the neighborhood taverns of Chicago. Offering classic American tavern fare and no shortage of whiskey flair, our sophisticated speakeasy is your local go-to for quality meat dishes, fresh seafood, classic cocktails and the neighborhood tavern experience our city has perfected.Our menu of delectable turn-of-the-century inspired American tavern fare starts there, then elevates the experience with a modern twist that creates a culinary experience you simply have to taste to believe. It's perfectly complimented by our beverage program, which showcases creative cocktails and a meticulous selection of spirits, wine and beer with a strong focus on independent distillers and limited-edition rare releases. Bring them together and you've got a uniquely Chicagoan experience, centuries in the making.
Venture to the 18th floor of Viceroy Chicago to discover a seductive world where the sky is your ceiling and gorgeous city views unfold from every angle.
Welcome to Pandan, a lush cocktail experience in the heart of the Gold Coast. Bask in what seems like infinite sunshine and starlight as you share baos and buns from the menu of Southeast Asian cuisine. The cocktail menu is as vast as the skyline itself and full of alluring flavors you haven't yet imagined.
Sink into a lounge chair surrounded by botanicals and greenery. You'll quickly see: Pandan is a world unto itself -a haven for secluded celebrations, important connections, and whispered secrets. And the undercurrent of exclusivity is undeniable.
Pandan is not just a scene. It's a satisfying new perspective.
Come up. Elevate.
Three Dots and a Dash is an award-winning tiki bar and speakeasy in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, hidden behind a secret alley entrance. Inspired by the legendary tropical bars of Trader Vic and Don the Beachcomber, this underground cocktail destination transports guests to a vintage island escape with immersive décor, vibrant energy, and one of the best rum programs in Chicago. Guests can enjoy more than two dozen classic tiki cocktails, modern tropical drinks, rare rums, and shareable punches crafted by expert bartenders. Popular menu items include the signature Three Dots and a Dash cocktail, Jet Pilot, Painkiller, coconut shrimp, poke, bao buns, and island-inspired small plates perfect for sharing. Known as one of the best cocktail bars and nightlife destinations in Chicago, Three Dots and a Dash is ideal for date nights, birthdays, celebrations, happy hour, and late-night dining in River North. Reservations are highly recommended. 21+ only.
