Super GemChicago Exclusive Gem$$What opened in its place leans hard into old-tavern nostalgia — rich wood, leather seating, warm low light — built around a genuinely disciplined cocktail program: thirty reimagined classics, organized by base spirit, every single one $12 flat. It's already picked up real recognition fast, landing at No. 27 on North America's 50 Best Bars, a Pinnacle Guide PIN, and the 2026 Jean Banchet Award for Best New Bar.
Chef Bob Broskey, who came up through Michelin-starred kitchens like Ria and L2O, handles the food side — dipped sandwiches, shareable dips, and a wagyu beef dip with whipped horseradish worth ordering on its own. There's no reservation system here; it's walk-in only, first-come first-served, which means prime hours genuinely mean a wait.
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