Lush Wine & Spirits - Roscoe Village

Exceptional service, comfy and warm environment. Great food and amazing selection of wine and more

Very underwhelming and expected better. My mom did a wine flight of 3 wines. The bartender gave no background on the wines and my mom had to ask twice what the names were. We did go home with a bottle of wine, but I'm pretty sure it was luck. The outside area was nice. We were hoping to learn from the bartender, but that just didn't happen. I think if you go and know what you want it's probably good. We just were hoping for experience and knowledge. It was also pretty slow, so being ignored wasn't fun.

I came in yesterday for a “Lamb Burger” and fries . My food was delicious and cooked to perfection. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. I definitely recommend this place if you’re looking for a nice/chill atmosphere with friends or family for dinner and some wine. Love the patio seating!

Had such a disappointing experience today. We walked in and took a minute to decide where we wanted to sit- we got clapped at and asked to make an immediate decision. We ordered flights and they weren’t delivered correctly. Then the kitchen burned something and the whole restaurant was taken over by smoke and a terrible smell. They have a great variety but the experience was not worth it.

Big selection of wine and rare bottles of spirits inside. I had no idea we had a gem like this in the area. They even have some good bottles of Japanese whiskey. Can't comment on the food but the sandwiches did look appetizing. According to their menu it's 1 dollar oysters Monday to Thursday all day until they run out. So I'm definitely going over during those days. The staff were kind and accommodating to my dog on the patio. Select glasses of wine can start around 10 dollars. There are some happy hour deals centered around drinks from glasses, wine flights, and sangria pitchers. As well as a taco Tuesday special. Paid street parking, on the first floor so handicap accessible, excited to come back during dollar oysters.

Nice place for date night or any time! The service is fantastic. Everyone there really knows the different wines and can help you choose according to your likes. The popcorn with duck fat is delicious on its own but even better when the flavoring is added. We had the cheese flavor. The cheeses pair nicely with your drink whether that's a great glass of wine or beer or one of their tasty and inventive cocktails.

What a lovely place. Servers were so attentive and even gave me a little shawl to wear when I was cold. This place is wonderful.

Good bites (love duck sandwich), & their cheese cake. Great atmosphere, good wine, and service!

Best burrata in town!! I had the pleasure of being served by Gale and Garret and to say that it was sublime service would be an understatement!! 10/10 will come again!!

I went to Lush on December 18, 2024, to get my wife a bottle of wine as a Christmas present. As I walked in, the only person working at the time, Eric, was on his way out the door with someone else, I don't know why and I don't care. This was around 2:30 p.m. on a Wednesday, so it was nowhere near the place's 10 p.m. closing time. Also, it was obviously a week before Christmas, so it was a pretty strange move to leave the place completely unattended. Eric said to me, "Can I help you?!" sounding supremely annoyed at me for coming in the store. He actually sounded like Snagglepuss from the old Hanna-Barbera cartoons. From his tone, it really seemed like he viewed me as some sort of lower-class vagrant coming in his store when he needed to leave. I was wearing an L.L. Bean jacket, a polo shirt, new jeans from Dearborn Denim and clean, white Vans slip-ons, I was clean shaven and I'd just gotten a haircut that month at Sine Qua Non Salon in Lakeview, so I did not look like a homeless person. But yes please excuse me Eric for not wearing my ascot and smoking jacket to your store, which you were so intent on leaving in the middle of the day during the holidays. I browsed the store and after a while Eric returned, his business out on the street having apparently concluded. Against my better judgment, I opted to buy a bottle of wine not of my own selection but something they were displaying at point of sale, a Gassmann Pinot Gris Brandhurst 2010. As I was paying, I asked Eric if he could gift wrap the bottle, which is something they'd definitely done for me before at Lush. Eric just gruffly said, "No." No apology, no offer of a gift bag, nothing. Just no, I'm going to charge your card $36 and now get out of here and don't ever come in here and bother me again. The bottle of wine was disgusting. After opening it and tasting it, we just threw it out. I used to spend about $100 per visit at this place pretty frequently. I haven't been back since. I guess I'll never see Eric aka Snagglepuss again.

Had a good time sitting outside for dinner and drinks on Friday night. Had the Manhattan which was a very generous pour. The sangria was strong and not sweet at all. Everything on the charcuterie board was delicious. There are a ton of options with various cheeses and meats. The scallops with pasta was good overall. They were both fresh and well made,, but the sauce could have used more flavor. I would come back on a nice day where I could sit outside.

Big selection of wine and rare bottles of spirits inside. I had no idea we had a gem like this in the area. They even have some good bottles of Japanese whiskey. Can't comment on the food but the sandwiches did look appetizing. According to their menu it's 1 dollar oysters Monday to Thursday all day until they run out. So I'm definitely going over during those days. The staff were kind and accommodating to my dog on the patio. Select glasses of wine can start around 10 dollars. There are some happy hour deals centered around drinks from glasses, wine flights, and sangria pitchers. As well as a taco Tuesday special. Paid street parking, on the first floor so handicap accessible, excited to come back during dollar oysters.

I've been to Lush a couple of different times for wine with friends and we always have a good time. They have a bar on one half of the space where the store is and then a restaurant set up on the other side of the space. The staff is always very kind.

Very cute and intimate. Nice selection of vino and very nice cocktails. Smart, attentive staff also. Definitely coming back soon.

Gave this place a second chance after a sub-par experience last summer. Drinks are decent. Pass on the food. The waiter started out telling us they had a very limited menu due to a poor delivery. $16 French onion soup where Lipton tastes better is an insult. $19 mediocre burger and $29 lamb burger which don't come with undercooked fries for an extra $9 per serving.

What better way to enjoy the first real day of spring than with a lovely glass of wine and delicious savory snack at Lush in Roscoe Village? Lush has always been known for its great wine selection, approachable and affordable options for beginners and connoisseurs alike. Prices per glass are quite reasonable, especially considering the unique options you're unlikely to find anywhere else in the city. I was perhaps even more impressed with the togarashi hummus, an excellent blend of balanced spices that were folded into perhaps the best hummus I've had in Chicago. When their patio is open (which it unfortunately was not today), you've got great sunlight and a very relaxed atmosphere. Inside, it's just okay, a somewhat cramped bar on one side (along with the shop) or a somewhat sparse dining room. Prices are certainly on the higher side (hummus + bread was nearly $20), and I agree with many reviewers that depending on who is working behind the bar service can be painfully slow and occasionally not the friendliest. But, if you're lucky enough to have Jeanne, you'll be in great hands - super friendly in knowledgeable, able to steer you towards a great experience.

Great experience with a group of 10 for dinner. The waiter was extremely knowledgeable about wine and guided us through the evening of 5 different wines. I would definitely go back. It was a fun night!

I have been to Lush multiple times and always have a great experience. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, the ambiance is very warm, and (most importantly) the wine selection is fabulous. When it's nice out, the outdoor patio is super lovely. I've sampled appetizers here before which were good, but last night was the first time I had a full dinner here, and it did not disappoint. My friend and I shared the baked goat cheese appetizer, which was huge and fabulous. I had the steak au poivre for my entree, which was freaking fantastic. The peppercorn sauce was out of this world. My only regret is that I didn't get the parmesan mashed potatoes to try as well. I also purchased a bottle of wine to take home. The value was amazing considering the quality and quantity of what I had. Love me some Lush anytime!!

Lush is wonderful! They have a great selection of wines, liquors, and beer to take out. Additionally, they are great for dine in service. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. I'm not a huge wine person, but always grab one of their cocktails. Everyone I've tried has always been delicious! Their food is absolutely delicious as well. Everything I've tried has been great. Service is also very friendly as well. I think Lush is an outstanding spot in Roscoe Village!

The dude with the stubbly beard today is a total dick. Walked in with my wife to ask if seating out front was first come first serve or if you needed to check in. Immediate rude responses that didnt get better when we ordered. Made my wife uncomfortable. And here I am writing a review. Will never be back. That dude is a rude ass punk

We visited the first time during COVID-19 (June 2020). Limited menu, but was able to find an open table outside. The spicy duck fat popcorn was super tasty! We also really enjoyed the wine and fact that you can score a deal if you buy some wine to go. Ask them about it. :) Also, we chatted a bit with the owner who is a lovely man. They're offering some grocery items to supplement not being back to 100% yet. Everyone was really sweet. Free parking on the street out front, too. We'll be back!

Great service and wonderful employees! They have a vast knowledge of all the wines and have great recommendations.

This place is the best! Very cool neighborhood wine joint with awesome selection of wine, beer & craft cocktail concoctions...and great food too. Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly, especially Nathan! Do yourself a favor and check this place out if you are in the Roscoe Village area.

Slow service and pretty high prices. Food was meh and cheese board was very small and sad. Vibes were good but I don't think I'll be coming back here

Great spot that keeps getting better as they expand! It's become one of my favorite spots.

I can not believe it took us two years to come here. My husband and I live a mile or two away and I drive by this storefront pretty regularly. We finally went last night and I loved it! On one side you have the store that sells wine, beer, some spirits. But you also have the room next door that has bar seating and tables that could probably seat about 40ish people. They have a small menu but what I LOVED was that you can go and pick out a bottle of wine in the store and drink it in the dining room. No corkage fee! We asked for a wine recommendation and ended up choosing a Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles. It was delicious. I wish I knew they served food before we got there, we ate dinner at home earlier in the evening. But as we were sitting there all of the aromas from the cook were wafting over and it all smelled amazing. It was a Friday night at around 9/10 and it wasn't packed. I will definitely be back!

It used to be a very nice wine place with honest pricing. Now that the prices have gone up (especially the food... $30+tax+tip for 5 micro-pieces of cheese!!! and $15 of corkage fee per bottle !!!) it's not really so worth it. On top of that, the food quality is going down seriously (one of the cheese was totally dried up, on top of being microscopic, the octopus was gummy, the crackers served with cheese are bland and dry/old - no, for $30, you won't even get fresh bread!). On the plus side, the staff is great, and there's always ssomeone ready to talk wines. So now, it's good for wine (with standard pricing - no more a good deal), but the food eperience was awful. The reason why it gets one star, because that, combined with price increase, is simply inacceptable.

A cute shop with a very interesting collection of wines and spirits. Pleasant staff. You can get a table and have your wine there. Why only three stars? The new, undisclosed credit card processing fee. At a retail business, especially one where people are dropping lots and lots of money at once, this feels like straight up theft. If I had been told about the fee, I would have paid cash. Didn't see it until I got my receipt. If you can't make your margins, raise your prices, folks. Don't pick my pocket on my way out the door.

This is a really cool spot. I've been here a couple times now. The first time was precovid. The owner was SO helpful and knowledgeable about all the different types of wines they have. You tell him what you like and he'll give you many great options along with a ton of info about them. You can pick a bottle and take the rest home if you don't finish the bottle, which is super convenient!The owner was also just as helpful the 2nd time. But there was a dude who worked there who was def not as friendly and helpful as the owner that 2nd time we were there. Nevertheless, I'd def go back to support this cute wine bar.

Came here on a Wednesday night at 8pm. I acknowledge that Wednesday nights are usually slow, but tonight it was busy and there were two staff members. We waited 30 minutes for an order of fries. I tried to order a dessert and they didn't have the ingredients to make it. The food we did have was really good and I would recommend/come back, this review is regarding the unfortunate staff shortage.

I had been looking forward to going here for a long time. Unfortunately the service was not up to par. We asked basic questions about some of the flavor profiles of the red wine. Our server couldn't answer other than to tell me the wine was fresh. I'm not a wine snob. But some basic tasting notes like dry, fruity, etc should not be out of the norm for a waiter at a wine bar. Anyway my husband's wine stunk. Our waiter told us it was "our fault" and we "needed to unlearning what we know about wine." He didn't offer anything else or a way to make it right, whether we paid or not. That's BS and annoying to try to make it our fault for being 'too ignorant' to pick out a wine. If your server can't give a description other than "fresh" and your menu gives no guidance you've gotta work with your clients better than that. So disappointed. Will not be back.

I live about a mile away from Roscoe village and have been wanting to go to Lush for awhile for recommendations from some girlfriend. This is definitely a place I will return to with other friends as my first experience was great! A huge selection of wine from various areas of the world and the menu although not very big has a lot of variety and is well prepared, not to mention delicious. This is a really cute place!

Oh how I love thee, let me count the ways... $10 bottle wine sections... Free wine tasting on Sundays (2p - 5p)... Wine glass chandelier... Knowledgeable staff... Fish net carrier... The huge LUSH sign with blinking lights in the window always call out my name when I pass by. They also sell wine related trinkets and other gift-able items. Two thumbs up on the chocolates they carry. Street parking isn't too difficult.

Beautiful place, amazing service, but $10 fee service with wine bottle is outrageous. Won't go back

I called in advance to see if their patio was open (as it was raining) earlier, I was met with attitude for even asking. Decided to go ahead & go despite this. Servers behind the bar were extreme rude & dismissive. Giving you all a 2 year break

I love this place. They have an amazing selection. I would LOVE to come sit on the porch and enjoy a glass of wine- however... The OBNOXIOUS SIGN HAS TO GO! Seriously, come on guys!! Who wants to hang out and relax underneath porno neon?? I've tried twice and each time I just had to abandon my plan to sit, buy and drink and visit with friends due to flashing horrible lights!! Can't you tone it down or better yet, just lose it altogether? I would venture to say business would improve.

BEWARE they are now charging at $10 corking fee on every bottle of wine you buy from them when you dine in. I asked when this started and the manger said it's an extra charge because of Covid. He tried to justify it by saying they sell all their wine at retail. This is not true. We paid $18 for a bottle you can buy for $10 online. The menu and food quality has also changed.

Very nice service! The staff were welcoming and their selection is incredible. The place was clean and well-managed.

This spot is a keeper! Sometimes you have to seek out a staff member, but everyone is nice and friendly. The wine selection is great and the snacks are really tasty. A great spot to buy some wine - and go ahead and open it and drink there while you're at it!

While not from this area, whenever I am up visiting I try to make it in here to find something solid. Vast selection of good wines, spirits, and a fair cooler of 22s. I come in for the whiskey... whenever I've had questions or a requested recommendation the staff has never fell short. While they had run out of Whistle Pig Boss Hog when I was here last, the gentleman recommended I try Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea. He explained the difference in procedure, aging, and it sounded worth while. When I got back to the place I was staying and tried it.... he wasn't wrong. It easily ranks top 5 on best whiskey / bourbon I've had in my life. Any questions while there? Just ask! The staff really knows their shit.

Went in on a Saturday night, looking for a particular spirit. I was completely ignored. The women behind the bar did not even look up from what I'm sure was soooo important. Then when the other finished with a guest she too ignored me. I then proceeded to walk out still with no acknowledgement. Customer serevice is free and makes such a difference. I will not return ,nor would I recommend your place

Went in here a few times and each time customer service was lacking. Simply put, the personnel were rude. It appeared they were above answering questions and did not care to engage in much conversation. I'm happy to take my business elsewhere.

Staff is very friendly & helpful, the space is great, and the charcuterie & cheese board is so delicious. It's the first time I had lavender honey (loved it and I don't like sweets) and I can't find it as good anywhere else.

The staff here is great! Super helpful and knowledge! Abundance of wine and beer info for those interested. They give samples of pretty much anything they have. The fried chickpeas were delicious too! Great spot to spend time with friends. Great place!!

Great Staff, very knowledgeable and helpful. We made a meal of their appetizers paired with various wines and had a great time on their patio. We will be back!

Went here the other night for wine and cheese. We've been before and had no issues but this time the service was pretty awful- made us feel awkward and bad. The waiter was very snippy. Both of the wines we ordered said to pair with their goat cheese, so, we asked to order that as a pairing. The waiter acted so confused and snippy and said, "um what do you mean goat cheese? Like one slice?" I wanted to have patience but it's like come on, you literally put that on the menu and now you're making us feel dumb for asking to buy it?? Not only that but there were several times he made snippy comments, made us feel dumb about the wine or food, etc. He even commented about how my spouse spilled some honey off the cheeseboard- just made us feel stupid. I felt uncomfortable the whole time- sad because we used to really like this place.

I want to like it here. Good wine, fair selection of beer (though it isn't great), nice decor, and a fun place to sit outside and enjoy a good drink and food. And it's close to my house! But . . . . . . every single time I go here I'm put off by the people who work behind the counter. I know people really like this place. I see them! When I've been in I've seen people standing at the counter trying wine. I've seen people who work at the store be helpful to customers who come in. I've seen the staff be friendly with patrons. But every time I go I'm sort of squinted at, rarely spoken to, and my purchase is handled as quickly and perfunctorily as possible. It seems clear they cater to a specific sort of clientele--what that is I don't know, but it's not me--and I've experienced the cold shoulder so many times I now shop elsewhere.

From one lush to another: Lush is the spot to indulge all your lushing, from beer to wine to spirits. And, with their free Sunday tastings, you can get ever-so-slightly lushed on the premises. I expected to find such a well-curated, intimate collection of craft beer (I did my research) but I wasn't expecting the shop to be so sleek and beautiful - gawd, you're gorg. And with staffers who know more than just enough to be dangerous, I was quickly smitten. I asked about the Boulevard Tank 7 Saison and mentioned how much I'd love drinking a cold pint from the tap. Right away, Mr. Know-It-All (in the best of ways) mentioned that Owen & Engine serves it on draft. Beer from this Kansas City brewery is notoriously hard to locate here in Chicago, and the mister nailed its mysterious whereabouts. Besides a fantastic selection of beer, Lush Wine delivers on their very name. Of course they serve vino justice! And not just the high-end stuff, either: There's a bottle in everyone's price range at Lush. Thanks for keeping me in my best (lushful) form. You'll certainly see this face again... and often.

Fantastic selection of wines for reasonable prices! I needed a bottle of Prosecco for a friend's 30th birthday party celebration that would fit my budget and the knowledgable sales associate who helped me recommended the perfect bottle. Not only did the bottle she recommed fit my budget but I got to sample it before I bought and she even gift wrapped it for me as well. Total score! I can't wait to go back some Sunday and try their free wine tastings and pick up a few more goodies for myself. I gladly raise my glass to Lush Wine and Spirits!

After attending the Yelp event at the University Village location, I thought I would check out this stop, much closer to my abode. Loved this shop! Phenomenal selection of $10 and under wines. Very helpful and knowledgeable staff. I can't imagine going anywhere else for my wine libations! Though I will have a hard time breaking up with one Mr. Charles Shaw...

I don't know. This place is not as good as it used to be. First of all. I want to buy something special and I need help when I go into lush. Few if any of your wines or liquors are well known. So when I walk in I expect help. Not indifference. Groceries seemed like a good idea but the place seems in chaos. Owners or whoever are working barely lift an eye. I get it times are stressed but stick to wines and customer service. And enforce social distancing in the store. I've tried twice and no more. Poor to mediocre experience.

So you know the 3/50 project? Where you find 3 local businesses and spend $50 a month supporting them (as opposed to a big box business or a chain that will survive without you)? All three of my local business last month were wine stores. My lips are permanently red. My eyes brilliant evermore with a champagne glimmer. LUSH has been there for me when I'm stocking up for a party, when I'm on my way to a friend's, or looking to fulfill my BYO needs. Great selection, helpful staff, and an all-around classy joint.

Can't get enough of this place. Interesting selection, friendly help and the least-embarrassing $10 bottle of wine purchase ever - there are at least 40 such bottles to chose from in the center of the store - saving you the embarrassing "how much were you planning on spending?" conversation. They track your purchases and can make suggestions based on what you liked in the past and help you remember the name of the bottle you loved last July. Free tastings most Sundays 2-5. Check it out!

My girlfriends threw my Bridal Shower here this past weekend. It was absolutely beautiful. The wines were perfect, they printed out sheets of paper with all the wines/champagne that we had, where they were from and what they paired well with. The top of it said congratulations to me and the date. They also let us go over by an hour and a half. The store remained open so others could come in and shop but we barely noticed them. I would recommend Lush for any fun special event not just for purchasing your everyday wine!

Went here for a Pappy Van Winkle release the night before Thanksgiving 2012. There was also a Goose Island Bourbon County Stout release at the same time and only two people working the shop with about 50 patrons. Both employees (owners? managers? hobos? who knows) were totally overwhelmed and never mentioned that for the Goose Island release, you get in line, but for the Pappy, you get a ticket at the door (two different processes, not confusing at all.../sarcasm). Because there were only about 6 bottles of Pappy, the first three people that had tickets bought them up. Those three were there before me which is fair enough, but knowing the process ahead of time would have saved me waiting for an hour for nothing. Also, had they mentioned that process via their social media (which is where they announced the Pappy release in the first place), I would have gotten there much earlier to improve my chances of getting a ticket. All-in-all, a waste of my time for absolutely nothing, which could have been prevented by some basic customer service. I walked away empty-handed, went to Galleria by the Southport Brown Line and bought a cheaper bottle of Goose Island Bourbon County Stout.

We had a client appreciation party in their semi private area last night. About 25 guests. The space was great and Bob the host and his staff did a great job of making us feel at home. He explained the wines enough but stayed in the background and let us have a good time. We will definitely be doing another client party there in the future. The wine choices and the small bites that they prepared went really well together. Thank you for a great time!

You can truly have it all at Lush. Excellent food menu if you're in the mood. Or you could just drop in and grab some bottles of wine to take home. Or you could grab some produce or snacks. Really, really a great option to have in the neighborhood and the staff is always friendly. When the weather is nice, the patio is great too.