After Chicago

"A lounge in Chicago co-owned by Michael Muser, who is open to families bringing children, emphasizing the restaurant's role in managing the dining experience." - ByMaggie Hennessy

"The fall 2022 debut of After, an opulent cocktail bar from two-Michelin-starred Ever’s chef Curtis Duffy and sommelier and sommelier Michael Muser, signaled that Chicago’s ambitious bar culture had well and truly returned after years of pandemic obstacles. The sleek, futuristic establishment provides a less-pricy alternative to the exclusivity of Ever, complete with both classic and creative drinks using top-notch spirits." - Ashok Selvam, Naomi Waxman

"After, the cocktail lounge from chef Curtis Duffy of Michelin-starred Ever, is throwing an all-you-can-eat-and-drink party with Halloween-themed cocktails and food like bottomless burgers, duck fat tots, and wagyu skewers. Costumes are mandatory and tickets are $100 for this 21+ event at 8 p.m. on October 31. VIP seating is also available. Book via Tock." - Lisa Shames, Eater Staff

"After, the bar and lounge from two-Michelin-starred Ever’s chef Curtis Duffy and sommelier Michael Muser offers Chicagoans an elegant on-ramp to the pair’s brand of luxurious dining and drinking. Previously wine director at the late, three-Michelin-starred Grace, Muser is known for an exacting approach and high expectations for his staff’s wine knowledge. But at After, he aims to please with ideal representations of each varietal. Intricately designed down to the last acoustic panel, After also provides an opportunity for patrons to taste Duffy’s cooking without footing a significant bill for Ever’s spendy tasting menu. Make a reservation through Tock." - Naomi Waxman, Eater Staff, Ashok Selvam

"Ever is a two-Michelin-star restaurant, a specimen of a modern restaurant perched west of most of the madness on Fulton Market. Chef Curtis Duffy brings that same feel to a lounge with delicious skewers, duck wings, and more. The cocktails here are great and this gives customers a chance to experience Duffy’s cooking without committing to After’s pricey tasting menu. And who knows? Some folks may get hooked." - Eater Staff, Ashok Selvam