The Aviary

Tips

• Try the In the Rocks from our 100 Best list: It's our favorite drink at this high-concept lounge, for how it seamlessly integrates tactile pleasure (cracking the rock) into a beautifully made drink.
  Time Out Chicago | 2011-12-06 16:26:57
• Charles Joly leads the beverage program and has been turning over the cocktail list. Sit on the patio on a nice night or try your luck and see if you can get into the exclusive Office underneath.
  Eater | 2013-04-11 15:22:32
• Expertly crafted cocktails and a quiet night out; go here for the upscale treatment.
  Spike | 2013-02-07 15:09:16
• This bar is built on theatrics: including a Rob Roy served in a vacuum-sealed bag of lavender air, an ice slingshot for the In the Rocks and more: http://tmoutchi.us/13EV7jr
  Time Out Chicago | 2013-03-05 23:07:35
• Thos one of the only bars in the world I can get pappy 23 bourbon. If you have never had it or just like bourbon....this is THE bourbon. Also try the old fashion and the potato.. amazing
  Chris | 2012-12-16 21:37:41
• Concoctions are served in glass containers that vary in shape to stimulate the palate in different ways, while filtered and flavor-infused ice cubes transform the taste of cocktails as they melt.
  AskMen | 2011-04-14 15:12:16
• Make sure you meet the dress code, because the cocktails all look interesting and delicious.
  Jake | 2013-07-02 23:58:45
• Molly is such a delight
  Chanthana | 2012-08-19 00:14:09
• Some cocktails have amazing presentation, like the Rooibos, and some, like the Blueberry are remarkable in every way. But no matter what you order, you'll never think of a cocktail the same way again.
  Time Out Chicago | 2012-02-14 14:40:38
• Must-try cocktail: Rum Manhattan. Pillow pretense aside, this is one of the smoothest sippers in town, if not the world.
  Chicago magazine | 2012-01-16 15:12:29
• Friday night. Beautiful weather. Just sit outside for drinks and appetizers.
  Teri | 2011-08-26 20:05:58
• Order the Blueberry and share with another person. Sip slowly and marvel in how the drink changes over time.
  Kathryn | 2011-07-06 11:17:14
• Aviary has the best and most creative cocktails (and bar snacks) in America. Everything's don't-miss, so do a cocktail tasting menu, then order everything not included.
  The Daily Meal | 2011-06-20 11:06:28
• Amazing cocktail experience and very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Better book a table to enjoy the whole experience. Other than that you will be at the entrance,which is not so cool as the lounge
  Cristina | 2015-11-02 14:32:52
• It's expensive, but no cocktail lounge in town comes close to matching the creativity on display here.
  Serious Eats | 2014-01-17 12:02:57
• The lobster dish currently offered in a bag - concept mimicking a 'Frito pie'
  Ivanka | 2014-01-03 05:58:02
• The A5 Wagyu beef is slap yo mama good!
  Jesse | 2013-10-13 01:05:57
• Just do the cocktail degustation. Trust me, you need to try everything. At the very least, get the school lunch - snickers foie gras and rum chocolate milk is the truth.
  Sam | 2013-09-15 09:27:30
• The place is amazing, a must if you're in Chicago. Innovative cocktails, nice nibbles, great fun. Full review...
  Odo | 2013-08-31 15:02:59
• Bring a bank roll
  Kraig | 2013-08-15 23:59:27