The Drifter

The Drifter is a speakeasy River North Chicago located in United States.

8 / 10
113
ratings
  • Phone

    (312) 631-3887

  • Website

    thedrifterchicago.com

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  • Type

    Speakeasy

Address

678 N Orleans St (Huron) Chicago , IL 60654 United States

Credit Cards Yes
Wi-Fi No
Outdoor Seating No
Music Live Music
Restroom Yes
Drinks Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 23


Keywords:

tarot card cocktails good for dates dingo stole my baby jalapeno soda trendy burlesque good for singles boozy drinks tequila casual restaurants aloe vera good for special occasions performances crowded snacks well
Redeye Chicago

The friendly staff , oddball performers and intimate vibe make this place approachable and impressive. Expertly crafted cocktails and a rotating menu will lure you to return again and again. Read more

David Schwartz

A slightly hidden treasure found at the basement of another bar . Great cocktail list w/the menu shared by Tarot Cards . If hungry the cheese curds are no joke.

Neslihan K

A very unique place. You have to go through a completely different bar & down to the basement to reach The Drifter. Loved the cocktails and the tarot card menus. The shows were interesting, too!

Chicago Tribune

Cocktail choices are printed on decks of vintage tarot cards , many of which cycle in and out of the deck daily. Available by request when it's not on the menu — is the Essential Monsters Read more

Nevermore

Enter the Green Door Tavern, walk through the bar , head down the stairs in the back, and you’ll come to a waiting room. Capacity is 37, so you may have to wait a bit.

Hudson Sutler

It’s dark and it’s eerie inside, & that’s what the owner was going for. The big attraction to this bar is the dark, almost gothic, entertainment which is curated to match the image of the bar . Read more

Lucille Fisher

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

Olimpia Gonzalez

I love this place so much, always have an amazing times, shows are so cool, menu is amazing! Really good and strong drinks

Redeye Chicago

Dingo Stole My Baby : Tequila , banana liqueur , aloe vera liqueur , jalapeno soda , fresh citrus ($12). Jalapeno soda ? Okay! This sipper was totally manageable with only a hint of heat from the soda .

Andy Sternberg

Cocktail list is a stack of tarot cards . Great drinks, snacks and burlesque shows

Chicagoist

Helmed by Drawing Room alumna Liz Pearce, this spot has an esoteric and vintage interior, and there are tarot-inspired cocktails and eclectic performances . Read more

Chicagoist

Try the Dingo Stole My Baby , with tequila , banana liqueur , aloe vera liqueura, jalapeño soda , and fresh citrus . It's a manageable sipper with only a hint of heat . Read more

Rene Hart

Great selection of beer and atmosphere. Shows are one short act but well worth the cover.

Ricky Sherrill

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

Jessie Haramis

The cocktails are amazing and the options come out on tarot cards ! Love this place.

Jono Ferrer

Cocktails , weird performances and genuine speakeasy history.

Alexis Budejen

Super low key . Great drinks and great atmosphere.

James Lanning

Just pick something with your favorite base spirit; it's going to be good.

James B.

Just drink at Green Door. Also no Captain.

Chris Fullman

The drink menu, which is shown on custom made tarot cards .

Jon B.

Drinks were awesome, but the cabaret was a bit of a disappointment. The acts were good, but not enough shows left a lot of time just sitting there.

Elena Nadtochiy

Touristy . For people out of town who have not seen any better. Super corrupt - you have to pay the doorman $20 to get in. Avoid by all means if you live in the area

L K

Good drinks, but expensive . Disappointing show, way too quick given the wait.

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