The Whistler

Great cocktails . Good atmosphere and tunes . Usually a line , but that's because they do a good job of not letting it get too packed inside.

The drinks were delicious and the bartender was super attentive. Ask for recommendations or tailored cocktails , he'll hit the spot.

They have a somewhat extensive beer menu , but what you ought to go for are the cocktails . Get something new and let yourself be surprised with how great it is.

Try the Oaxacan old-fashioned from our 100 Best list:This cocktail is not on the menu , but it’s a Paul McGee classic available by request.

They make a good strong old-fashioned. Nice casual Beer Garden . Monday night was a bring your own musical instrument night with a jazz jam session.

They make a good strong old-fashioned. Nice casual Beer Garden . Monday night was a byo musical instrument night with a jazz jam session.

Venue is stealthily increasing & improving its craftbeer roster. If craft cocktails tend to rack you up [they do me], view the list. Also a good place for jazz concerts [no cover charge].

Excellent cocktails cheaper than the all-too-common $15 standard, often good live music on the weekends. Miss having Bonnie's nearby for terrible decisions after the 2 am close.

It’s open and loftlike, with a permanent stage set up for weekly live music . One sip and there’s no doubt that despite everything else going on here, the cocktails are the reason to stick around.

Order the Rosemary Collins , essentially a Tom Collins with a sprig of rosemary , which provides a refreshing burst of flavor on the tongue and in the nose: http://tmoutchi.us/13EV7jr Read more

Behind the bar , bartender Paul McGee skillfully makes cocktails like a rosemary Collins . One sip and there’s no doubt that despite anything else going on, the drinks are the reason to stick around.-JK Read more

Great place for a drink and a performance . Nice atmosphere, if you find someone to dance with take advantage. Might end up going home with someone

I was here for Halloween 90's night. They had a pretty good DJ , the bartenders were nice, and the crowd was friendly . In all, it's a good place for a good time!

Cool outdoor patio , and they have a great variety of DJs/performers. Only downside is the expensive cocktails

It’s open and loftlike, with a permanent stage set up for weekly live music . One sip and there’s no doubt that despite everything else going on here, the cocktails are the reason to stick around.

From the outside, this place looks like a gallery . On the inside, it’s open and loftlike and behind the bar , bartenders skillfully make cocktails like a rosemary Collins .

Order a PBR (for $2.00) to wet your travel-weary whistle while you peruse the inventive and exciting cocktail list for your next drink.

Best bar in the Chicago suburb area! GREAT mix drinks with high quality. Alcohol ! Will be back... Every nihgt! Bring me a taxi !

Drink this: Bartender Paul McGee's cocktail list is rad. Try the Old Square : Old Weller bourbon and a touch of apple brandy , vermouth and benedictine. Read more

Paul McGee, the bow-tied man behind the Whistler, is everyone’s favorite bartender : He’s patient. And not only are his cocktails delicious, they make anyplace charging more than $8 a drink seem greedy Read more

A brilliant cocktail list complemented with great music make this a bar worth frequenting.

Great cocktails . They also used to do movieoke (like karaoke but with movie scenes instead pf songs)

Incredibly knowledgable bartenders , order off the menu if you know your drinks.

If the owner is making drinks, then wait in line for him to make you something amazing. He's the master.

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Chill hipster bar with good gin drinks. Usually a queue to get in.

The door guy Michaell is in our current issue, article on his band the distractions! The bartenders Eric and Hugh are not to be missed!!! The drinks are amazing too!

Post Paul McGee cocktail list is still awesome. Milk punch was great. Go early on a week day and there will be no silly line .

Fantastic atmosphere. Great musician play here. Great drinks

Paul McGee's Cocktail 101 class is well worth the time and extremely affordable . My boyfriend and I loved it and both learned a ton.

Great cocktails and fun music . Small cozy bar .

Drinks were good but the live jazz was a little much sax for me. It was late and I was on the way to drunk so it's all I remember.

Ice cubes make all the difference... And their cubes are on point!!!

Runner up for Most Creative Drink List at the 2017 Time Out Chicago Bar Awards.

The second saturday of the month BrassTax spins. Always a good time. Plus $4 rails.

Must-try cocktail : Four Points. Rye , Bénédictine, sherry , and sweet vermouth , elegantly accented with a walnut liqueur rinse.

Great craft cocktails . A little hipster pretentious , but good.

Good music , line outside, crowded inside, too popular for its own good.

Long wait on Friday night. Live DJ . Good cocktails , small draft beer glasses

Good cocktails , good DJs . Check out the tightest monthly on Saturdays, Brasstax . #nobias

Take note of the rotating art installation before enjoying the best cocktails in Chicago. If you're lucky enough, order the simple pleasures that come from the Rosemary Collins .

My favorite cocktail joint in the city . Ask for the sazerac .

Music and cocktails here were both awesome

Great spot for the hang out and great music !

Great cocktails , friendly bartenders , nice patio out back.

Cool place to get some beer and cocktails .

The Jungle Bird is a surprisingly delicious mix of black rum and Campari .

AMAZING drinks! Great customer service!!!

Go for the jazz on Wednesday nights. Some of the city 's best young, creative jazz musicians play, and there's no cover.

The back patio is lovely during the summer.