"Though Osito’s Tap technically isn't a speakeasy, it’s fun to treat this Little Village bar like one. Do this by walking through its second, “secret” entrance—just past the booze-stocked aisles of Moreno's, the attached liquor store. At Osito’s Tap, its rustic brick space is overflowing with camaraderie. Friends cram into leather booths, regulars post up at their “assigned” bar seats, and there’s usually a large group taking advantage of Happy Hour. The cocktails are fantastic, from classic margaritas to originals like El Oscuro: a smoky Old Fashioned with orange and chocolate bitters, and an ancho chile reduction. And their short food menu also has tasty Mexican dishes like mushroom-stuffed molotes. " - adrian kane, john ringor