Jeremy Less
First let me say I live in this neighborhood and I try and support all of the independent businesses here because I want them to succeed, however; every time I come here no matter how slow or busy they are (as a bartender myself I get it volume matters) I get ignored or shit talked by the bartender or regulars. Just because I’m not here 40 hours a week doesn’t discount me from becoming a patron. Do better. We’re in the service industry and money matters so accept mine or find something else to do with your life. End.
… moreDanielle Masbruch
Amazing drinks in a vibey chill neighborly atmosphere. I highly recommend the celery gimlet. Quite possibly the most balanced delicious drink I have ever had!
… moreEduard Onecic
Came here for an after wedding reception. Was very nice and good drinks. The space is not that big and can get fairly loud. I took a star away because even though the bartenders were friendly and made fantastic drinks, we waited a fairly long time to get their attention. And they served other people before us even though we were waiting longer. It was so loud they could barely hear us.
… morePatricia Strong
Great meet and talk and have some quality drinks spot. Good music with a DJ on occasion. Drinks are price nicely.
… moreNancy McClelland
Always a cozy welcoming shelter in the storm. With great cocktails and a vintage vibe from the best eras.
… moreMicah Arlo
great spot when the staff acknowledges you. was served by a woman my first time who was awesome, but the last couple times that my roommate and i tried going while a male bartender was working, we were fully ignored for 15+ minutes (sitting in obvious spots at the bar) and decided to leave instead. we live very close and were excited to have a cute spot to hang out, but i doubt we’ll be returning after the last two disappointments.
… moredenise murk-uvena
Charleston, Charleston, Da da de da something something , Charleston. So, um, the Charleston is a kindly old weathered bar from the days of yore. We wandered over here for a libation and some camaraderie. Was the behappying hour. There were a nice group of hooligans of various ages. Generally , said hooligans , were pretty scrubbed. There were nice dim candles on the tables, making it feel like a bit like a fortress from Game of Thrones. “He who passes the sentence should also swing the sword..” Ok, I know what you’re thinking. GOT quotes may no longer be , you know, topical. To this I respond, “away with you, please take your leave to the latrine.”. So, libations offered here were quite agreeable, resulting in a one more round ! scenario. We finally admitted to ourselves that we needed to embark on a journey for foodstuffs, and wandered out into the dark blanket of the night.
… moreAnnie OConnor
Only bar in Chicago without a tv (hell yeah)
Lovely ambiance
Photo Booth works a lil funky so just pose when you put money in
Celery Gimlet
… moreEmma Hall
Went here twice during our week-long holiday in Chicago, both on a weeknight for a relaxed drink while listening to a DJ play some great chilled tunes, and on a Saturday night when it was busy but we found seats and had a fun time. Both were good experiences, with nice staff and good drinks. We really like neighbourhood bars so this was perfect, and in a lovely area too. It was the nicest bar we visited on our trip, and we will hopefully be back one day!
… moreOlivia
Ran by a bunch of men that love a power trip. Such a shame because it could be such a special neighborhood spot but after being subjected twice by unnecessary patrolling of the space, I will no longer be giving my support to this business. Pay attention to how staff treats you and others here.
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