Ceres Cafe

"Inside the Board of Trade building, Ceres Cafe carries a reputation for serving some of the city’s most powerful. It’s open for breakfast in the morning, which is a blessing or a curse. There are weekday specials, but a can of Coke and a glass of rum might be the most special drink offered at a Chicago bar." - Samantha Nelson, Eater Staff

"Ceres Cafe serves as the namesake for Episode 6 of Season 1, where Carmy’s brother Mikey (Jon Bernthal) tells the story of a wild night at the bar in the lobby of the Board of Trade building. Open since 1967, the bar is known for its faceless art deco statue of the namesake goddess and its strong cocktails that make it a favorite for after-work drinks." - Samantha Nelson, Ashok Selvam

"Among regular bar-goers in the Loop, it’s rare to find a Chicagoan who doesn’t have a story related to the infamous Ceres Cafe. Founded in 1989 inside the Chicago Board of Trade Building, Ceres is — to put it mildly — a bar for serious drinkers, noted for its generous four-finger pours (mixers are, in essence, waved over the glass). A backdrop for local scandals (see: a certain former police superintendent) and innumerable gin-soaked evenings, the bar has earned a prominent place in the city’s hospitality lore." - Naomi Waxman, Ashok Selvam

"When traders at the CBOE and CBOT aren't busy getting rich off market volatility that hurts your 401K, they're grabbing a meal or drinks at Ceres' Cafe. And we suggest you join them. Order something basic like a jack and coke or sprite and vodka, mostly because you'll get a giant cup of just alcohol and a can of soda on the side. The patio is awesome in the summer. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists." - Team Infatuation

"When traders at the CBOE and CBOT aren't busy getting rich off market volatility that hurts your 401K, they're grabbing a meal or drinks at Ceres' Cafe. And we suggest you join them. Order something basic like a jack and coke or sprite and vodka, mostly because you'll get a giant cup of just alcohol and a can of soda on the side. The patio is awesome in the summer." - sam faye