The Violet Hour is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

1. The Violet Hour

9.0
1520 N Damen Ave (at Pierce Ave), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · Wicker Park · 256 tips and reviews

Mike D.Mike DuFresne: Really amazing speakeasy. Line really starts to stack up at 7 on Saturday and moves really slow. Definitely don't try to come with a group larger than four

HectorHector: Great speakeasy cocktail spot - worth the wait.

ブルーノブルーノ: One of the highlights of my weekend in Chicago. Funny place, a surprisingly airy and large speakeasy with a great selection of (strong) cocktails. Approved! 🥃

Untitled Supper Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

2. Untitled Supper Club

8.4
111 W Kinzie St (btwn N LaSalle St & N Clark St), Chicago, IL
Restaurant · River North · 141 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This 1920s-era speakeasy offers a swank lounge, private cabanas, live entertainment space and an enormous whiskey library with over 300 choices.

Shannon B.Shannon B.: The largest selection of American Whiskey IN THE WORLD! Completely underground, live music and a great speakeasy vibe!

David B.David Barrie: Massive place, very nice, not sure if it qualifies as a speakeasy though!

Blind Barber is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

3. Blind Barber

8.6
West Loop, 948 West Fulton Market, Chicago, IL
Hair Salon · Fulton Market · 16 tips and reviews

Ruthie G.Ruthie G: Coolest speakeasy in Chicago

Nate F.Nate Folkert: speakeasy behind a barbershop. give a nod to the dude who has to pretend to be getting a haircut in the middle of the night and then proceed through the door on the right to the bar.

Rodrиго Р.Rodrиго Ривера: Very nice speakeasy bar. Friendly service and ok prices. Highly recommended.

Green Door Tavern is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

4. Green Door Tavern

8.3
678 N Orleans St (at Huron St), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · River North · 76 tips and reviews

Andy S.Andy Swindler: Tallest urinals in the city. The speakeasy room is pretty rad too.

MC J.MC Johnsen: This place is a great, historic bar! Ask about its history as a Speakeasy.

The FreehandThe Freehand: Great beer selection, a rockin' jukebox + pool table, and a newly opened speakeasy downstairs.

The Drifter is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

5. The Drifter

7.9
678 N Orleans St (Huron), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · River North · 23 tips and reviews

Ricky S.Ricky Sherrill: A hidden speakeasy that can be missed so keep your eyes open. It's a good time inside.

Jono F.Jono Ferrer: Cocktails, weird performances and genuine speakeasy history.

Lucille F.Lucille Fisher: Speakeasy with vintage ambiance. Interesting tarot cards cocktail menu and entertaining burlesque shows. Good night out.

The Office is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

6. The Office

8.5
955 W Fulton Market (at Morgan St), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · Fulton Market · 23 tips and reviews

Brad N.Brad Nolan: Chicago's speakeasy. Get the foie gras terrine, just do it!

ali h.ali haider: Ask your server at aviary If there is room in the office - the downstairs very cool and cozy speakeasy with great drinks!

Ashley B.Ashley Bittle: Try the Black Truffle Explosion! The staff at The Office is attentive and knowledgeable. All of the drinks exceeded expectation!

Bordel is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

7. Bordel

8.5
1721 W Division St (at N Paulina St), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · East Ukrainian Village · 13 tips and reviews

Kuo-yu L.Kuo-yu Liang: Fantastic speakeasy. One of only place I know where you can drink Sangria in the proper glass.

Mai P.Mai Phan: Speakeasy hidden inside Black Bull restaurant. Drinks aight but nice flaming show making the banana foster old fashioned. Live jazz music and prohibition bar feel.

michelle j.michelle jimenez: The entertainment is amazing. The atmosphere is gorgeous! Must go see for yourself! Highly recommend.

Sparrow is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

8. Sparrow

9.0
12 W Elm St (btwn State St & Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Near North Side · 21 tips and reviews

Līga S.Līga Sigal: Great drinks, speakeasy type of atmosphere. Sadly, no food.

Caroline M.Caroline McCarthy: great rum drinks, wine selections aren’t bad. Fun cuban speakeasy vibe. great for dates or small groups!

Jenny D.Jenny Dahl: Simple but spectacular wine list, excellent cocktails, and a PERFECT vibe. Stop in for a moody vibe and a perfectly curated jazz playlist.

Watershed is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

9. Watershed

8.4
601 N State St (at E Ohio St), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Near North Side · 57 tips and reviews

Rochelle I.Rochelle I: First bar I visited in Chicago. Love it!! Great server & amazing drinks. Got a complimentary birthday shot. Intimate and somewhat speakeasy like. Two dudes play a mean banjo on Thursday night!

Emily S.Emily S.: Great speakeasy in the basement of Pops for Champagne - if you like avocado and gin-based drinks, get the You're the Worst! Cheese curds are delish too.

Jessica W.Jessica Wickham: Cool basement bar in a speakeasy style. Great variety of cocktails, classic and strong. Recommend the bar snacks to accompany them

Bavette's Bar and Boeuf is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

10. Bavette's Bar and Boeuf

9.2
218 W Kinzie St (at N Wells St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · River North · 130 tips and reviews

Myra R.Myra Rubin: Always add bone marrow to your dish! Smoked whitefish Caesar salad is a must. Classic American food, speak easy, jazzy vibe. Nice cocktails. Love this place + staff. Consistency is key. They have it!

Taylor W.Taylor Williams: Check out the speak easy bar downstairs.

Wayne A.Wayne Anderman: Garlic Shrimp De Jonghe in herbs & sherry. Filet on bone, roasted marrow, & crab stuffed avocado...Perfect for couples, foursomes or singles - Eat & drink downstairs bar great speakeasy feel! 10+!

Maria's Packaged Goods & Community Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

11. Maria's Packaged Goods & Community Bar

9.1
960 W 31st St (at S Morgan St), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · Bridgeport · 73 tips and reviews

JC V.JC VEGA: Looks like a simple liquor store. Bar on the back is like a secret speak easy. Love it.

Manoj A.Manoj Ambalavanan: Cool speakeasy with great vibe, music and venue on the inside.

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Great cocktails and ambiance!! Love the lighting!!

La Mez Agave Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

12. La Mez Agave Lounge

8.5
108 W Kinzie St (at Clark), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · River North · 14 tips and reviews

P S.P S: loungy artisanal speakeasy. great bartenders who know their shit.

Jaye J.Jaye Jalso: The el lirio de plata is truly a work of art in a glass

Yana K.Yana K.: Yummy tequila, awesome staff and an amazing time laten night :)

The Berkshire Room is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

13. The Berkshire Room

8.5
15 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL
Bar · Near North Side · 71 tips and reviews

Kelly N.Kelly Nash: Feels similar to a speakeasy. Great cocktails in a classy setting. Only one unisex bathroom though, which seems a little crazy.

Jennifer K.Jennifer K: Great speakeasy with delicious cocktails

Alex F.Alex Flis: Love how you pick the presentation, and flavors and the mixologists craft you a unique cocktail. Love the concept, I ordered the same options twice and got a different drink each time... So cool

Weegee's Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

14. Weegee's Lounge

8.7
3659 W Armitage Ave (btwn N Monticello Ave & N Lawndale Ave), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 24 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Owner Alex Huebner says the flicker of a television would spoil the speakeasy vibe of his candlelit bar, where you can enjoy an expertly mixed Sazerac and classic jazz on the stereo. Read more.

Neal S.Neal Stewart: Cool place. Feels like a Speakeasy from the 20's. In a shitty neighborhood, but that's part of what makes it cool. They have free shuffleboard too.

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: This comfy, dim neighborhood bar has hazy red lighting and fantastic black-and-white photos. Their relaxed vibe is complimented more with the sound of vintage jazz in the backdrop. Read more.

Gilt Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Speakeasy Cocktails in Chicago.

15. Gilt Bar

9.0
230 W Kinzie St (at N. Franklin St.), Chicago, IL
Lounge · River North · 186 tips and reviews

Rebecca R.Rebecca Rickert: Downstairs is an amazing little speakeasy!! Great cocktails, great atmosphere and great service!!!!

Nate S.Nate S: Incredible service. We came for a special occasion and were treated so well - got a seat at a large velvet booth downstairs in the speakeasy. Photobooth is 3 bucks, leave an email for digital copy.

Angela S.Angela So: Fave dishes thus far: the orecchiette and definitely the brussel sprouts!