Beatnik West Town

"Romance doesn’t just mean love and courtship — it can also be a fantasy, or a yearning for far-away places. Beatnik in West Town, an homage to the hippie trail of the 1950s and ’60s, is opulently furnished with antiques and green plants. The Mediterranean-inspired menu similarly evokes a time and place that’s warmer, more colorful, and more romantic than the present." - Lisa Shames, Samantha Nelson

"Bohemian culture first emerged in Europe as a way to describe the lifestyles of anti-establishment artists, writers, musicians,and actors living a free spirited, deconstructed lifestyle. It's fitting that a place like Bohemian House has found a home in River North, a neighborhood made famous through its artistic community. Enjoy the restaurant's eclectic decor and carefree essence while sipping on cocktails derived from traditional European recipes. The dinner menu, which is constantly shifting to reflect what's in season, is not one to miss. La vie boheme!" - One Design Company

"The West Town outpost of this beautiful boho-themed restaurant and cocktail bar addresses blustery weather with an unusual enclosed courtyard that’s open year-round." - Naomi Waxman, Ashok Selvam

"This place is big on atmosphere, to the point that you may even feel like you’re in a themed hotel. But unlike the spaceship room at the Adventure Inn off I90, the design at Beatnik - which in general we’d describe as “Wes Anderson movie chic” - is tasteful, and adds to the fun of the place. So come ready to drink cocktails in a jungle of tropical plants, or eat dishes like a rabbit arepa or fried quail on a gigantic daybed. The food and drinks don’t disappoint, so this place is perfect for cocktails or a bohemian-feeling group dinner." - adrian kane, veda kilaru

"Marked by an expansive space, this is one of the more unique concepts to arrive on Chicago's culinary scene. Beatnik is nothing less than a sensory haven; amid all the bodies under glittering chandeliers, find double-height ceilings, repurposed street lights, an atrium, and colorful tiles—all of which evoke an inviting Mediterranean vibe.Allow your gaze to wander away from the mesmerizing décor to focus on its diverse cuisine, infused with North African elements. Start with halloumi and fattoush, before savoring Cornish game hen tagine with cauliflower and turmeric purée. Sweetbread kebabs with vadouvan and zhoug speak to the team's versatility. Not everything is perfect, but there is talent here and joy to be had from Chef Marcos Campos' menu." - Michelin Inspector