Episode 130: Speakeasies In Chicago

During the Prohibition era, Chicago speakeasies popped up all over town to quench the thirst of locals and mobsters. The city never really sobered up, and the secret bars didn't disappear either. Tucked below restaurants and hidden inside some of the best hotels in Chicago, the coolest Chicago speakeasies sling expertly crafted cocktails in an intimate setting. Next time you're looking for one of the most unique date ideas Chicago has to offer, consider sneaking into one of these secret watering holes. It doesn't hurt that many of these spots double as wine bars and jazz clubs. The best part is that you dont need a password to get into some of these bars.

The Milk Room
The Drifter
The Violet Hour
The Office
The Ladies’ Room
The Pub
Hush Money
The Bamboo Room
Fifth Province Pub
Blind Barber
Janitor’s Closet
Room 13
The Library at Gilt Bar
Booze Box
Punch House