Remedy

very cute place and i love the fish tank. very nice bartenders. great cocktail program. they have games you can play as well, like old video games on a console at the bar. it’s all well decorated and the vibe is really laid back and low key.

Happy hour was relaxing here. It's half a block from the Western Blue Line train stop. I had a great cocktail suggested by the awesome bartender. Later I had a Miller High Life. I didn't stay long because of dinner plans, but I'm definitely coming back next time I'm in Wicker Park.

Travelling from the UK and stepped in to escape the heat and very glad I did! Very nice and friendly place. Good music and drink selection. The bar staff,Liz, absolutely phenomenal! Very welcoming and would very much come back.

Great service. Carlos and Kent rock. Great drinks, great vibes, fish bowls AF. Remedy 4 ever <3

The best bartender Carlos. The beet drink is 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 much better than the New Barbarella, which was still good. Love yall ❤️

Cute bar, great for late nights too, but I’ve had multiple bad experiences with the servers and door men at this bar (only the male servers) and yet I keep going back. I am always hesitant to return tho. Good place to grab a drink w friends but you never know what kind of service you’re going to get and that kind of ruins it for me.

Wonderful bar for a late night drink! They had fun games and coloring tools. Also they had a surplus of board games. This was a lovely find during my trip to Chicago. If you’re in the area MUST VISIT!

Came here for happy hour and loved it! Great vibes, decorated for Halloween. Amazing happy hour, everything is half off! Happy hour is 4-7. Decent crowd on a Wednesday but still able to get a seat at the bar. Great drinks, I love the passionfruit one. Loved that I was able to snack on popcorn too!

We recently moved to the neighborhood and we love it here! Have been to a few happy hours and love that they have the half off happy hour from 4-7 weekdays. Extensive drink menu, they have great specialty drinks. The place itself is super cute especially the plants above head. They have games, a good playlist, and Friday happy hour golf raffle prizes. Staff has all been kind so far. So glad we found this place and highly recommend

Mortal Kombat at the bar! I highly recommend bringing your friends for a drink before going out. Not only do they have a great happy hour deal (until 7pm!), but they're open very late. Note that people were dressed nicely which really made the ambience stand out. Will be back! -AT

Man, how lucky is Bucktown to have such a dope bar with the highest of vibes. It's tough to find a 4AM that doesn't have exhausted, crabby bartenders. I'll choose the Remedy crew over all others. Enrique and Marissa always greet you with fresh, super friendly energy. I appreciate that more than anything, especially after my own long ass shift. You ALSO can't beat the weekday drink specs. Outside of happy hour mon-fri from 4-7pm, you've got $8 cocktails on Tuesday. Got me aaaalllll the way fucked up. Glad Remedy's in my rotation, cheers to many, many more!

Really nice ambiance, funnily named but delicious drinks that were reasonably priced, board games for play, and plenty of street parking - what more could you want from a bar? The cherry on top is that it's open super late and the tamale guy came by! What a great night at Remedy. I'd recommend coming a little late so that it's not overcrowded. But I'll be back for their Happy Hour!!

50% off the whole bar from 5-7 and you can bring food in!! It can get very packed, so get here early, but then it really clears out quickly towards the end of the happy hours. Lots of yummy gin cocktails. I recommend the Passionably Late, and my friends really liked the Bug Juice!

What a vibe. Not only does Remedy have unique and tasty drinks, it also has some efficient and chill bartenders spreading good energy :) the bartenders were attentive in checking in (but not too attentive--just enough), and they were so quick to serve the cocktails and beer! They were speedy yet relaxed and did not make us feel rushed to order whenever they came around. Also loved that one of them was vibing and dancing to the music while shaking cocktails. I ordered the Al Pastor cocktail which has whiskey, elote liqueur, pineapple juice, and lime. It was very tasty! I also got the Dutch bag summer brew, which was a strawberry gose. It was refreshing and lightly sweet and tart. Water is self-serve at both ends of the bar which was very convenient! The price for special house cocktails here was great--on average $13! The crowd was also a fun and chill crowd. When we arrived at around 8:30 on a Saturday, there were a couple groups but plenty of bar and table seating. By the time we left around 10pm, the space was poppin with people and standing room only. Definitely recommend getting there at least by 9pm to snag a seat on a Saturday night! Overall the ambience was really nice, with the hanging plants, moody lights, and glowing fish tank with a beer bottle in it! Loved that they take pride in their fish tank such that it made it into their coaster! Also bathrooms were clean and even provide free tampons in the women's restroom :) always love that touch. Will definitely be back in the future!! Thanks for an awesome experience!

One of my favorite places for HH! Great cocktails and cocktail menu. They have lots of fun board games and a large bar. Love the ambience and fun music they play!

We loved visiting Remedy and will certainly return! Their happy hour is from 4-7 PM and half off everything - yes, EVERYTHING! We stopped in on a Thursday and snagged one of the last remaining tables. The bartenders were great, service was fast, and the drinks were good. 10s all around! Plus, there is a huge fish tank. Who doesn't love drinking by a fish tank?!

This is a cute spot with great happy hour deals and fun cocktails. Just make sure you eat before or after because there isn't much food to speak of.

Half priced happy hour. Need I say more? Dive bar with a classy vibe and a huge fish tank that would be pretty trippy depending on how much you've consumed haha. Service was friendly and can't beat the HH prices!

Convinced my book club to come to this bar however they were skeptical due to the lack of signage out front. We came in on a quiet Thursday night and Marisa and Enrique were very approachable and knowledgeable. I have been here serval times and always enjoy staring at the fish tank but I miss the big fish, they too had character.

I had a great time at Remedy! Walking in around 8:30pm on a Saturday, there were plenty of tables open but we sat at the bar. The bartenders were attentive and served us expeditiously. The cocktails were really tasty, reasonably priced, and pretty affordable! I loved that the coasters have the fish tank that's in the bar, matching exactly with the little beer bottle and tiny fish in the tank. This is super convenient to walk to from the Blue Line Western stop, just around the corner from the Starbucks on Milwaukee! It's clearly labelled with an overhead sign that says "Bar". Waters were really convenient, as they were self-serve from two tanks at each end of the bar. In case you're planning on staying out late, it's good to know that they DO have Red Bull, in the original flavor only. Also their happy hour is from 4-7pm Mon-Fri and it's half off ALL drinks!

I've gone twice, so this review is about two separate experiences. First visit was in NYE. I wanted to get my last drink in before dry January! We made it just before their NYE party started so it was pretty empty and chill. The bar tenders were great and really cool. They made an off menu drink for my friend while I had the passionably late cocktail. The drinks are great a decently priced. I wish I knew about their NYE party, but good to know for next year. Second visit was during dry January. On a Friday night, it was pretty lit in there! We grabbed a seat at the bar and thankfully they had non alcoholic options! I went with a cbd infused tea and it was pretty decent.

Get the remedy for your bum attitude. In this Bucktown dive bar you can get pretty affordable drinks. Remedy is conveniently located close to the Western Avenue Blue Line CTA station. Good prices especially at happy hour. They make some pretty good stuff, and can make cheap or fancy ass too. Always friendly and the drinks are good. It has a pretty good selection to choose from, better than others. The bar is kind of away from the more happening places so it's quieter. Has about the drinks to expect in a dive bar. It's about $7 for a cocktail. Happy hour prices are better. It's half off on almost everything. Cheap. Try getting any better prices around here. Comfortable and convenient. It's a few blocks from the Blue Line. The best prices among dive bars it seems.

LISTEN: I came for the Happy Hour and sat a little longer because of the great service and laid back atmosphere. Met up at Remedy after doing a quick search for best Happy Hours in the area and was not disappointed. Really nice bar with ample seating and good pours. All of the bartenders were chill and attentive and made sure we were taken care of. Nice spirit and beer selection. SOLID choice for a happy hour to unwind for a bit.

Drink was yummy. Bartender was cool af. There were games to play and good music. What else could you ask for? Would definitely go back.

Located on Milwaukee Avenue not far from the Western Blue Line station, Remedy is a fine place to meet up with peeps for Happy Hour cocktails. Currently the Happy Hours are 4-7PM on weekdays, and all drinks are half off during those hours which is pretty generous. I had the Owlington cocktail a few months ago and it was quite tasty. Recently I had the Passionably Late cocktail and thought it was an OK beverage. Hang out by the big fish tank at the very long bar, or grab your own table and enjoy some adult beverages at Remedy.

I am visiting from California and have one Saturday night in town and decided to check out Chicago's late bar scene. Remedy came up as an option and I gave it a try but unfortunately had a negative experience. . After security scanned my ID I walked in and after using the restroom I was surrounded by security and told I needed to leave immediately. Security ushered me out. outside I politely asked what was going on. They explained that a member of the staff said I was in there the night prior causing problems. I explained that I was visiting from out of town and had never been there before. Security apologized for the negative experience but said the decision was final. It wasn't that big of a deal bc I was able to walk to Estelle's from there but it is a very negative feeling to have your identity mistaken that way. I am sure it was an honest mistake but kinda wish they would have tried a little harder to make sure they had the right guy. They scan IDs so maybe could have seen that I had never been there before that way?

Amazing cocktail bar, for prices and drinks! I've always had great experiences coming here for their happy hour. FYI - their happy hour is M-F 4-7pm and EVERYTHING on their menu is half off! Both times, it's never been too crowded and the bartenders take their time (in a positive way) to make the cocktails. I think I've tried almost every cocktail on the menu and my two fav ones are Winthrop and Owlington. The only downside is they have games on the side but alot of the games we would try to play, had missing pieces or cards. Remedy is a nice place for a date night, or a place to catch up with friends. I would highly recommend it!

Always good at 3-4am when all the other bars are closed. You get such a random mix of people all just looking for a good time. Peep the fish tank and enjoy your night.

Great, great, great happy hour specials. Loved the vibe, which was chill and unpretentious. Definitely will become a regular.

Remedy bar has a nice atmosphere to it, relaxing but still has that bar feel. I loved the gigantic fish tank behind the bar and some cheesy shark movie playing on their flat screen TV. The bar itself is very long, offering plenty of seating and if you'd rather sit at a table you have that option too, seating four per table. Just a heads up, you have to go up to the bar to order your drinks, no waiters, at least during the week. The cocktails: Generous and boozy. I had the "Even Tide" cocktail, it's a bourbon based drink, very delicious. I appreciated the bartender not putting too much ice in the glass so I feel like I'm getting what I paid for.

This place could get very crowded and loud during their happy hour which is Monday- Friday from 4 to 7pm. All drinks were half price. It's got interesting vibe as I did counted 2 babies here (right?!) Also saw baby clothes and connect 4 hang at the bar table (yes it's that kind of place)... The drinks were so-so and kinda tasted like half price...

Great drinks excellent service!! What more can I ask?!! I came here for the happy hour!! Yum yum yum. Half off everything from 4-7!!

I know this review is not as glowing as typical- perhaps my expectations were too high based on the other rave reviews. Here's where I think it went wrong for me- the happy hour is a great price but I went on a weekend night and it felt like I overpaid for the drinks. Had I gone during happy hour I would probably also be raving about it- everything half off?? But at $14-16 per drink, I expected it to rival some of the craft cocktails in west town/ Fulton market. It was just ok. Based on the other pics, the menu also seems somewhat seasonal so perhaps in another season I would enjoy the drinks more. Service was great and the decor was very cute. But I expected more wow factor in the drink and was left wanting more.

Um run don't walk. 5 stars for the fantastic happy hour! Some coworkers and I grabbed drinks here and were so excited to see half price drinks for happy hour! The cocktails are reasonably priced to begin with ($10-14) - so with the happy hour pricing, we were pretty excited. The last time I've had cocktails for this cheap was probably in 2013. The drinks were not watered down at all and also not the standard classic cocktails you'd find (loved that they included things like Green Chartreuse, Elote Liquer, and Crème de Violette). Despite only one bartender working the bar - service was fast and friendly. The greenery throughout also makes for a cute date night spot.

Great space! From the friendly staff to the drinks they make, great spot to hang with friends and grab a drink.

Came in for a couple drinks with friends and had a great time! Dom gave us great recommendations and was super friendly. Seemed like the average bar when we walked in but Dom made our experience above average!! If you like Whiskey at all, you should try the BBQ whiskey. Super good and unique!

Dominick is awesome! We had a wonderful time! Dominick was so fun to BS with. The music was fun and bummpin (but not so loud you couldn't chat and have fun). Such a great vibe! When you walk in... It just seems like any other nice bar... But once you get into the drink menu, you realize that this place is a cut above! Try the BBQ bourbon/ Al Pastor! Great creation and a fantastically balanced drink!

Amazing happy hour!! Half off drinks 4-7 M-F. Lively crowd and good music. Drinks were great and they have some unique cocktail options. Also have games you can play which is fun!

I always have an amazing time at Remedy. The vibes are cozy & fun, there are board games you can play, and the staff is so friendly! Their bartender Anne always makes me feel so welcome & makes some of the best cocktails i've ever had ! ((:

I've been a fan of this bar from it's beginnings...amazing bartenders, great drinks, very entertaining fish tank. I can't thank Dom, Marisa, Nicole, Carlos, Enrique, Michaela, Rae, Steve, Brittney, and Ann enough for continuously providing the happiest happy hours and best late nights in Bucktown.

Good place for happy hour, and pre funk. More casual than I'd expected, and was very packed during happy hour.

A great Wicker Park side bar - well decorated and quaint. Our bartender needs a lesson (perhaps several) on appropriate service-minded care of customers. We were polite, respectful, tipped well but we're treated like dirt. It's unlikely we will ever return - and that's unfortunate.

This update has been a long time coming. Remedy is still hands down one of the best bars in Chicago. The quality has not gone down throughout the years. Their cocktails are always on point, never ever watered down, not overpriced, not over iced. They have THE BEST happy hour in the city. No one can compare with 50% off all cocktails. No one. I love that through the pandemic they've done their best to keep things safe (windows open when the weather is nice). Go early to snag a table by the window or fireplace! I also like that they haven't added extra fees or really raised prices during this time (so tip big!) You can also rent out the whole bar or part of the bar for an event, which I'm considering doing. The owlington has been my favorite cocktail but it's been more of a seasonal option. My husband loves the Asshatten.

Uh oh. Customer service isn't a forte. Friends and I went, ordered one drink (took at least 10 mins for the bartender to come over, without a busy bar). Next drink, go up again and stand at the bar to order (again, not busy, but waited 10 mins), and a man stood by me and was served first. Let me note that there are less than 10 people at the bar and the bartender noted me there first. So I rolled me eyes at the guy that ordered ahead of me and asked if he had seen me there and why he didn't let me order first. Dude - this weekend has been a horrible one for women...being a rude man isn't the time. I ordered after the guy. The bartender slammed down our drinks. I asked him why he did that and he screamed at me that "I was rude to one of the customers and that I shouldn't be talking to other customers. I can drink the drinks and get the hell out". You know, in front of ALL customers. So sat back down and drank our 2nd drink. I asked for an itemized copy of the receipt and took a picture, because he seemed like a shady guy that would help himself to an extra tip on our tab after making a scene. When leaving I gave him the closed tab and told him that I hoped he had a better weekend going forward, and asked for the general manager info. He said that he was (note: he's also the guy that others that give a 1 star review comment on), Joey Hatfield. Again, he told me to not talk to customers (freedom of speech(?)) so I had to follow up with the people with their mouths dropped to the floor and told them what happened. When I looked back on our receipt, the bartender name was "Enrique M", so who actually knows what name the bartender actually is. Idk what his problem was (bartender / general manager / Joey Hatfield), but no reason to treat customers that way. I didn't make a scene, just rolled me eyes and asked the guy why he felt he needed to be served first. I get that most men aren't used to women having a voice. On another side note, there was a guy sitting at the bar (probs a local) that just had the whole bottle of bourbon in front of him, drinking at leisure...probably not paying for it (?) - maybe speculation. Seems like not the best practice for a money making establishment, idk. Anyway, if you're a woman (or anyone who doesn't like being talked down / screamed at as a patron at a bar) try to avoid this place...you'll be treated like a second class citizen - I've got an idea how how this man thinks of humans rights!!

Great drinks. Good atmosphere. Went for happy hour with my husband. We both grabbed two drinks. The HH special were good. I really liked the decorations in this bar and the fish tank is lovely.

1 star to let management know it's not cool to advertise "everything 1/2 off" when the tiny bags of nuts and beef jerky is NOT 1/2 off. Why you play me like that? Service, bartenders and drinks were on point though!

Came in on a random Saturday recently bc a restaurant close by wasn't open as advertised so we figured we'd check it out. We sat up by the bar and ordered our drinks from Carlos. I looked at the menu but was craving something particular and I asked politely (even tho it's kind of a move) and Carlos insisted it wasn't a big deal at all. As far as ambiance, it has a low key vibe (tho it was early so I could see that changing lol) and it smelled like an old bar that's been around for a while so some might think it's weird but I felt it was nostalgic. We only stayed for a couple of drinks but it seemed like a fun spot especially because of the service so I'd check it out again.

Literally less than one stars. My friend was targeted and cut off after 2 drinks. Then for the rest of the night they refused to serve me and/or my friend, thinking we were buying him drinks, even though he was perfectly fine. I don't know what happened but this was the first time we've been here and we did nothing to deserve this treatment. The bartenders here are on some sort of power trip or some homophobic rampage. Do not recommend.

Love this bar! Have come here after work for a drink before going home, bartenders are always attentive. Tonight was extra fun, came in on my day off and got a seat at the bar. The bartender with the braids was so inviting and fun! Gave us stuff to make friendship bracelets with AND he knew how to make classic cocktails. Not much more you could ask for in a bar. And the fish tank is super dope. THERE IS A PINK FISHY AND WE LOVE HER. Board games are also available. Great board games too

Remedy is like the cool uncle who you admire as a kid, and hope you can grow up to be just like him as an adult. Although it's considered a local bar, it brings in people from outside the 'hood. Once inside, there's a nice long bar where the centerpiece is a huge fish tank. On the other side, there's several booths for more comfort. The coolest part is that they have a bunch of board games available for people to play. Who knew Playing Operation could be so much fun when you're hammered? Their cocktail menu is pretty eclectic, and the glass by the wine is very nice. Remedy could be perfect for a drink, Happy Hour, or even a date.

Oh remedy. Sweet sweet remedy. The joy you bring to me as the closest bar to my home...

Great neighborhood bar with solid cocktails and the best happy hour in the city. You can always count on running into someone you know in the neighborhood which makes it even more special.

Fun, chill spot for a night out with friends during the week. There's a great tarot card reader in Tuesdays and Thursdays. Bartenders are super friendly and the drinks are good!

Wonderful place that I frequently visit especially on the weekends and I will say that security is on point with their job and will make sure the environment is friendly and enjoyable

This is a friendly neighborhood bar that's a step up because of its cute aesthetic. Drinks aren't unreasonable and the spot ambiance allows for a cute date or to grab a drink with your friends. The cocktails are delicious and the staff is super friendly . What really makes this place amazing is their happy hour - 1/2 off all drinks from 4-7 and it's not ungodly busy during the week that you can't find a spot or get to the bar. I'd definitely come back for a drink before or after dinner as well as during happy hour.

When I walked in, I was very confused why this place has 4 and a half stars because it didn't seem all that. It had a modest crowd and isn't very aesthetically appealing. However, I realized this bar is your friendly neighborhood bar with a very welcoming bartender! Carlos, you are awesome! They also have a pretty generous happy hour m-f of half off everything. I am excited to come back!

I really liked the atmosphere at Remedy. At night it's pretty dark and intimate, while still being spacious. The bar has a fish tank that gives some ambient light and is cool to look at. There are a variety of places to sit, including the bar and some high tables along a long, elevated booth bench style seating area. The drinks were also a step up from typical bars. The drinks had cute names and interesting ingredients. There were a lot of unique recipes and I had to really think about which I would pick. It would be worth a visit back to try some of the other drinks.