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Drumbar
(Now Closed)Cocktail Bar$$$$
Streeterville, Chicago
The experts at Eater and Serious Eats recommend this place
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ChicagoistMay 5, 2015Try the Hog Wild cocktail, with bourbon, ancho chili liqueur, artichoke liqueur, maple soy syrup, and Angostura bitters. The nose is smoky and more sweet than spicy, like an Old Fashioned with a kick. Read more
EaterApril 11, 2013Add this to the list of downtown rooftop spaces with a hip, modern terrace atop the Raffaello Hotel. The menu features a mix of seasonal cocktails along with a focus on bourbon and whiskey.
Serious EatsMarch 3, 2016When the drink is named after the bar itself, you know you've got to try it! Drumbar Horchata is a creamy cocktail with a Renshaw rum based combined with cognac, vanilla slushie and cinnamon syrup. Read more
DeneenAugust 13, 2012Excellent spot with one of the best patios in the city! Inside feels like you're hanging out at a cool friend's apartment. Great craft cocktails - the Storm is yummy - and friendly servers/bartenders.
Redeye ChicagoMay 7, 2015Hog Wild: Bourbon, ancho chili liqueur, artichoke liqueur, maple soy syrup and Angostura bitters ($13). The nose on the drink is smoky, it’s more sweet than spicy, like an old fashioned with a kick.
DaviJuly 15, 2017One of my absolute favorite places in the city. Delicious cocktails, cool vibe, fun rooftop, good music.
Timothy StateJanuary 24, 2016Great cocktail menu and a cozy rooftop space. If you are looking for a view, there are other rooftops that top Drumbar.
Make sure to try the specialty cocktails! And go on a Tuesday or Wednesday to try the Progressive cocktail menu! Most beautiful bar in the city.
Rishad TobaccowalaDecember 29, 2012Go to say you have BUT this is a media created hot place. Better cocktails and food at Sable. Better drinks and atmosphere at Violet Hour. Better drinks in most places. Punch your ticket. Move on!
Sherry LiJanuary 31, 2017Nice chill cocktail bar on the top floor of a hotel. Has a nice outdoor rooftop space as well.- ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014Bonus for scotch nerds: Drumbar is one of the few places in the city that stocks offerings from the exclusive Scotch Malt Whiskey Society. Read more
Corey McGeeJuly 22, 2015Be prepared for long waits at the bar, as there are only two bartenders and everyone orders the complicated house cocktails.
Dana DanielleSeptember 8, 2016Great spot to grab cocktails with friends or a date! Line can be long during summer!
National Car RentalJanuary 3, 2013Located in Chicago’s Gold Coast, this sophisticated, speakeasy-style bar takes you up 200 feet to its energetic indoor seating and outdoor garden terrace.
Lylann BaughmanSeptember 16, 2015The Mixologists' are fantastic and it awesome to sit outside on the roof top patio!
Dmitriy SandlerAugust 23, 2014Good music, great cocktails, excellent staff. Patio is very nice but may be difficult to find open table.
Shannonagins J.August 17, 2013Dude! It's not an exclusive party!! Take elevator up as far as you can... Then take the stairs to 20! Your in. That's not exclusive!
Ryan PaveyMarch 10, 2019Great bar but the music is a bit loud which stops it being as cool as somewhere like the violet hour in wicker park
Heather MurrayMarch 15, 2015Go right at 5p for a dark, quiet, more intimate atmosphere. Drinks are fantastic.
SleezaJuly 19, 2014Patio wasn't open on a Friday night, inside was sweltering hot. The elevator up is a pain to get into, even as a hotel guest. Service was subpar. It's a cute lounge and the drinks were delicious.
Nick PintoJune 6, 2012Great atmosphere. A very distinguished place in the city. The staff is great as well!
DJ Tek aka Mr. ChicagoJune 1, 2014Not the best rooftop. Doesn't have any view of the city. It's nice it your looking to give one on one attention to someone.
SharLeneMiCheleApril 14, 2013Great kickback chill lounge like bar... Try the Peared! Ask for Paul!!! ;)
Lorena FosterAugust 24, 2012Overly priced drinks. When they didn't even have a cucumber for the hendricks or their infamous rose cocktail even right when they open. Very chic and Posh place. Nice for summer.
Ashley MelilloMarch 3, 2013Awesome music. Chromeo followed by Hot Chip followed by Cut Copy followed by Twin Shadow.
Cynthia DrescherJuly 22, 2012DO NOT GO. No-shorts policy means we were security-escorted out of the bar because one of our party was wearing dressy shorts. And yet the drinkers in long ratty jeans & white tees stay.
Elissa K.May 19, 2013Service is so slow. 8 choices of wine and one was out. 15 minutes for cocktails to show up. 15 minutes for popcorn. Seriously. Serve the cheap popcorn at every table. Duh.
GuapologaMarch 16, 2014I found this place weirdly boring for a Saturday night. Not the greatest cocktails. Not the best decoration. The outside area was closed because of snow... Not my fave spot
Lindsey TodderudJuly 10, 2012great rose drink and ambiance but service all around was painfully slow and the food had a $4 service charge because there's no drumbar kitchen.
Chris FosterAugust 30, 2012Pretty place, view not as great as others say, drinks are ok.. If they have them, when even at opening last time they seemed to be lacking in. (2 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
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Drumbar is a cocktail-focused rooftop bar off Michigan Avenue atop the Raffaello Hotel. Located in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood, the moody yet energetic bar boasts an intimate indoor lounge area and a beautiful outdoor terrace with views of Lake Michigan and the Hancock building...
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Thu
- 5:00 PM–Midnight
- Fri–Sat
- 5:00 PM–2:00 AM
(312) 933-4805
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Happy Hour
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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