Machine: Engineered Dining & Drink

"The owners of Machine coordinate a hospitality meal program, giving out over 200 dinners to restaurant workers in need. They also donate and deliver meals to local hospitals for healthcare workers, as well as flower giveaways outside the restaurant." - adrian kane

"Since the 2019 debut of Machine in Wicker Park, where they shook up cocktail fans’ expectations with tableside florists and interactive drinks." - Naomi Waxman

"Movie Pairing:Tank Girl (Netflix) “Tank Girl combines two of my favorite movie things: a post-apocalyptic wasteland and awesome futuristic hair. And while Mad Max is the dystopian GOAT, during this current situation I’ll take brightly colored ass-kickings delivered by Lori Petty over the grim brooding of Furiosa anytime. Basically, it’s the feel-good post-apocalyptic movie you didn’t know you needed. And nothing goes better with the fun, ridiculous tone of this film than one of the slightly-silly cocktails from Machine (they come with candy cages and a little hammer), and pairing it with a giant bag of Cool Ranch Doritos.” -AK" - max bonem, adrian kane, carlo mantuano

"This Wicker Park spot just reopened their plant-filled sidewalk patio this week. If you’re familiar with Machine, you know this place is really into flowers (they have a flower shop inside their restaurant) and elaborate cocktails (the kind that comes with a sugar cage and tiny hammer). Along with a long drink menu, they also have small plates like smoked salmon spread and crispy chicken tacos." - adrian kane

"This Wicker Park bar and restaurant is really into flowers (they have a flower shop inside their restaurant) and elaborate cocktails (the kind that comes with a sugar cage and tiny hammer). Along with a long drink menu, Machine also has small plates like smoked salmon spread and crispy chicken tacos. So if you’re looking for a place to drink that feels like a secret garden, this is a good option." - Adrian Kane