Revolver

"Revolver’s comic book-style exterior and display window with a life-size cutout of Spiderman, action figures, and old issues of Superman don’t exactly scream cocktail bar. But inside is a dark, cozy space with a long bar and vintage touches like leather booths, marbled floor tiles, and an ornate tin ceiling. And whether there's a DJ or Spotify is curating the playlist, the music is always on point—usually a blend of throwback R&B jams and current hip-hop. On weeknights, the atmosphere is more relaxed, ideal for a chill hang while sipping on their namesake drink, a boozy-but-balanced take on an Old Fashioned with coffee liqueur. But on the weekend the space takes on a clubbier atmosphere." - john ringor, adrian kane

"Sure Neon Wilderness has a bevy of champagne, beer, and spirits, but importantly for our purposes, they’ve also got very good Botanist & Tonics. They’re open late night so have one (or a few) at the Wicker Park bar whenever you like." - team infatuation

"Revolver’s comic book-style exterior and display window with cardboard cutouts of superheroes, action figures, and old issues of Batman don’t exactly scream cocktail bar. But inside you'll find a dark, cozy space with a long bar and vintage touches like leather booths, marbled checkerboard floor tiles, and an ornate tin ceiling. And whether you show up for a DJ set or the jams are curated by Spotify, the music is great—usually a mix of throwback R&B hits and modern hip-hop. The atmosphere is more relaxed on weeknights, ideal for a low-key hang while sipping on their namesake drink, a balanced take on an Old Fashioned with coffee liqueur. But on the weekend the space takes on a clubbier atmosphere." - John Ringor

"Moody upscale cocktail bar Revolver, a new drinking spot from the freshly formed For the People Hospitality group, made its debut in early January at 1270 N. Milwaukee Avenue." - Naomi Waxman

"Neon Wilderness is a bar in Wicker Park near the Division Blue Line stop. It serves fun cocktails (including one made with Malort, and, of course, a sidecar), and affordable cans of beer. They also have a spacious back patio." - adrian kane