Oliver’s

"If we could only use one word to describe Oliver’s, it would be “rich.” Most of the short menu is made up of ridiculously decadent dishes like beef fat griddled sourdough, oysters topped with blueberry vinegar and smoked trout roe, and truffle gnocchi smothered in cheese. The dining room is full of velvet chairs and vintage dishware you might find at an estate sale. But besides the generally tasty food and the chic, Southern California bungalow vibe, the cocktails alone should entice you to visit this New American South Loop spot. Every drink is well-balanced and deliciously complex—like the ramos gin fizz with strawberry gin and a puffy egg white crown dusted with black lime." - veda kilaru, adrian kane, john ringor

"This South Loop space has been revived thanks to Jason Weingarten, now a co-owner of Alinea, an all-star group that includes French Laundry alum Alex Carnovale. For drinks,  Luke DeYoung (Sepia, Scofflaw) has created a menu befitting the Hollywood supper club vibe with luxurious options. The martini comes with olives stuffed with caviar, for example. This is a place worth visiting if you have something to celebrate — the wine and drink list has some bangers in reserve. The space also offers a killer burger." - Ashok Selvam

"Oliver’s has transformed the former Acadia space. It’s an outgrowth of Entree, a start-up that delivers meal kits all over town, but with great cocktails and comfort food from a French Laundry alum and the current CEO of the Alinea Group. The ambitious operation features a full bar and lounge area, with drinks like a martini garnished with caviar. The full dining room features a menu with roast chicken and a smash burger. The vibe is a Hollywood supper club, a gregarious place for group hangs, and casual date nights." - Ashok Selvam

"This South Loop supper club offers an inviting vibe with cuisine created by chef Alex Carnovale, an alum of the French Laundry. Try the roast chicken, diver scallops, or truffle gnocchi. Enjoy extravagantly appointed cocktails like a gin martini, available with the optional caviar-stuffed olive garnishment. The wine list here is long, non-alcoholic options are available, and there’s happy hour 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, as well as a nightcap hour from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Both offer specials on cocktails, wine by the glass, and bar snacks." - Ashok Selvam

"Oliver’s in South Loop started as a meal delivery service and earlier this year the restaurant debuted a bar menu, opening its space — the former Acadia — for on-premise dining. The expansion continues as the restaurant, which already has promising happy hour specials, has opened its remodeled dining room while adding more menu items. Highlights include a roasted chicken, diver scallops, and a classic burger." - Ashok Selvam