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The Aviary Chicago Reviews
Made a reservation here and was seated quickly, the service
Made a reservation here and was seated quickly, the service and all that was really nice. We got seated outside and it was a nice area to hang and see people pass by. Overall the drinks and the presentation was nice but I wasn't impressed, I fee
The 3-Course cocktail progression was a lot of fun! The
The 3-Course cocktail progression was a lot of fun! The cocktails we chose were so engaging and delicious! I would recommend making a reservation!
The Aviary offers an artistic cocktail experience that I
The Aviary offers an artistic cocktail experience that I haven't really been to before. The menu lists out the drinks from the least to most flashiest appearance. I ended up getting the Es Mango and really enjoyed my drink. I like the twist on a
Beautifully crafted cocktails
Me and my wife split the cocktail tasting menu and it was definitely a must-do experience. The drinks are creative, complex and exotic. As for taste 2 of the 3 were great! The other was ok! Service was also great. It is pricey but these are specially
We went to The Aviary.
.it was my first time at the most iconic cocktail spot in Chicago..and let me tell you, I was so excited, and it did not disappoint! Every drink was delicious, rich in flavor, and beautifully crafted. They were paired with tiny bites that matched eac
Overpriced bs.
Just... poor service all around. I was recommended this spot by a colleague, but it must have been an off night, I can only hope. Drinks were mediocre. I would just avoid this one.
Been twice, fell in love, bought their books.
Just sent coworkers in who truly had never been to a high end cocktail bar, and their minds were blown. They were treated with such hospitality and it will certainly be a highlight of their first visit to chi-town. Chicago is my favorite city in the
In my experience, there are many other better places in
In my experience, there are many other better places in Chicago. This place is extremely expensive and only has a select number of cocktails that, while excellent in presentation, weren't remarkable in taste - they were good, but nothing that ma
My wife and I stopped by The Aviary during a recent trip to
My wife and I stopped by The Aviary during a recent trip to Chicago after hearing so many great things about the bar. The drinks were genuinely impressive--balanced in flavor, creatively composed, and made with a wide variety of unique ingredients. M
It was a bday present and l loved the experience!!!
It was a bday present and l loved the experience!!! Probably the best Old fashioned I have tried. I think the price for the experience (the one without food) is reasonable for three drinks. The truffle explosion ($20 dessert spoon) was amazing uffff.
Amazing drinks and amazing food.
I ordered the pot hole drink and it was amazing. For food we had the truffle grilled cheese (die for), explosion, chicken kabab. All just amazing dishes! So good.
Tasty drinks
We recently dined at The Aviary, and it was quite the adventure! Nestled in a stylish setting, the atmosphere is both lively and intimate, perfect for couples. The cocktails were a highlight—each one a work of art! While the food was tasty, some di
The Kitchen Experience is in our Top 5 Dining Experiences Ever!
Paul Sauter is fantastic! In the Kitchen Experience, from the first bite to the final pour, our evening at The Aviary was nothing short of magical—but it was your generosity and warmth that truly made Jade’s 64th birthday unforgettable. The kitc
Perfect finish
The 3 cocktail progression is always a great choice. We had a late evening reservation after dinner at Next. A great way to complete the evening. Smoky sweet and spicy cocktails. We enjoyed sharing 6 different ones. And don't forget to include t
A corn dog and chicken stick
The best the aviary had to offer: a hot dog and a chicken stick. Sticky sweet drinks. Mostly disgusting. At $175 per person, i expect some complex and refined flavors, not a corndog and a drink made of corn liquor. The starter is tapioca flatbread
Great service. Disappointing cocktails. Horrible atmosphere.
Went for here for our anniversary. Ambiance was not luxurious but nice warm tones. The service was great. Very attentive staff. We had the Aviary Experience. The presentation is fun but most of the drinks were sweet and lacked balance. We thought 1 a
Something different
We shared six cocktails. Five stars for the drinks and their presentation - they were delicious and a lot of fun. We were surprised negativelu, however, by how boring the seating/decor was. Bland and innocuous, which makes no sense given the overall
Extremely disappointing
We were so disappointed. We purchased the 5 cocktails and 5 plates packages. None of the cocktails were good and the food was plain salty. The decor was just like hotel lobby. It was so overpriced. I would not want to try any of the Alinea group anym
The service was top notch every drink that I inquired about
The service was top notch every drink that I inquired about was explained skillfully and detailed about the way the presentation would be. This place was beautifully designed and the location was near some other bars/ restaurants and clubs. The drink
This was our second time at the Aviary, the first time
This was our second time at the Aviary, the first time being five years ago. The last time we came, my friends and I had an AMAZING experience and ordered a ton of drinks and talking about coming back one day even before we left. That's why when we d
Unfortunately I didn't have a great experience here.
I'm a bartender and was super excited by the menu, but I sat for about 15 minutes and nobody took my order or acknowledged me. I would totally understand if they were busy and/or understaffed, but that wasn't the case. I feel like for $25/cocktail, t
We stopped by here after dinner in the area.
We were hoping to get down stairs but they didn't have space. Some of us loved our drinks, and some didn't. The presentation for all of them were a 10/10.
Where do I even start? My husband's and my date night at
Where do I even start? My husband's and my date night at Aviary was nothing short of magic - both in taste and presentation. I'll keep my review on the shorter side because I think this is a place where you should go with little expectation of what's
Disappointed
The place seems like a good concept but drinks were not that good. We did the three course and every drink was tooo sweet. We started off light and thought we would end with a drink like an old fashion but that was too sweet and we were ready to just
While this place might be slightly more expensive, they
While this place might be slightly more expensive, they have such a eclectic and well thought out drink menu. This is a place that you would go to really enjoy your beverage, Sit with the girls and have a wonderful time together. This is not the bar
This place was largely insulting.
Everything was a gimmick and mostly overly sweet. The waitstaff were hyping everything- seemed more for Instagram than for your palate. The best drink was a simple smoked Amaro drink. The food pairings were ok- though the ravioli truffle explosion- w
I guess this place knows its clients and its business model.
We had an hour to kill before a dinner reservation. They were able to seat five of us. Two in the party don't drink alcohol. They have very complex high end pricey drinks. My wife had a glass of wine. I just wanted a simple well drink. They ex
Very unique concept and great experience.
I've been here three times. And each time I've had a different experience with their tasting menus. The drinks are strong and delicious. The food pairings are great and well thought out. The service is always kind and accommodating. The vibe and dec
I tried the Aviary on my bachelorette trip after seeing so
I tried the Aviary on my bachelorette trip after seeing so many instagrams from other friends from this place! This is a high end cocktail bar that is located near Alinea (the famous three Michelin star restaurant) and boasts a variety of cool drinks
Impressive cocktails
Fabulous place to go with friends. The cocktails are some of the best. The precision of each drink is impressive. Great food too.
Something happened here, and I'm not sure what
The Aviary has long been the Mecca for cocktail connoisseurs. I've been twice before, even visiting The Office. However, the last time was severely disappointing. To put it bluntly, every drink I had that night was obnoxiously one dimensional and
Spectacular
Spectacular place to dine. The food is delicious. The ambiance is really nice. The cocktails are excellent. Really enjoyed dining and drinking here.
The Aviary is truly a unique experience - their menu items
The Aviary is truly a unique experience - their menu items and drinks are very innovative. I tried the Ginger drink and it came in a cool glass vase. It tasted amazing, and the quantity was abundant. The service was really great, felt like the waiter
It's been awhile and I look forward to going back! It's so
It's been awhile and I look forward to going back! It's so creative and fun to see what drinks will appear. They could add more gluten free options, but maybe they have more now. Really great experience! Recommend highly!
Fancy drinks
The place to be for fancy drinks. The cocktails seem to taste better here. Can’t wait to return! Great spot to hangout with friends.
A truly unique and impressive cocktail bar! The ambiance is
A truly unique and impressive cocktail bar! The ambiance is great and it is open late. We had a friend get us reservations so can't speak to that part but the cocktails are really cool here and they will get you tipsy!! They mark on the menu which c
Fancy themed cocktails in a brightly lit lounge atmosphere.
Cocktails: 4 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 4 Cost to worth it rating: 3 (3 cocktails $100 including tax/tip) Opentableable: no, but via Tock Return worthiness: maybe Highlights: - Some unique drinks: the rum popping boba, slingshot crack the ice orb whiske
We had the 5 cocktail tasting menu paired with small bites.
The food, as one would expect from the Alinea Group, was spectacular and special - perfect scallop, caviar, blue crab, etc. mostly all paired wisely with the cocktails. The cocktails were visually stunning, and most were superb. The opening ginger t
This isn't just a meal people! THIS is an EXPERIENCE!!!
This isn't just a meal people! THIS is an EXPERIENCE!!! It's like an art show (or modeling show) with food and cocktails as the participants. SO awesome! Thoroughly enjoyed our time here. Love that it's prepaid, so one can just focus on enjoying
TL;DR: Unique cocktails with flavor and cool presentations.
Be prepared to spend some money This place is great if you want to sip on a nice cocktail. All the servers are very knowledgeable and kind. If you don't care about the presentation or flavor, I would say this might not be your cup of tea. They had
The Aviary was on my bucket list so we went for my birthday.
Hot tip: EAT BEFORE arrival. The cocktails are beautifully & creatively presented, visually stimulating, & extremely high in alcohol content! If you pair with courses, they take extreme care to mind allergies & diet restrictions. The food
Suburban sugar factory.
I really wish I could have given a better rating. We did the 5 course menu with drinks and bites. Pros: the food was excellent. Interesting flavors, well plated, and perfectly cooked. The drink presentation was beautiful. The ambiance was interesti
expensive dwinks but the experience is worth it without a
expensive dwinks but the experience is worth it without a doubt. big bird drinks only. s/o grant achatz
Great Atmosphere with sophisticated beverages
What an amazing experience! Not only is the atmosphere chic and elegant, the presentation of the drinks was over the top. Great place to have an intimate date or a business meeting.
Beautifully Balanced Cocktails in a Gorgeous Setting
My husband and I were SO excited to be able to secure reservations to The Aviary on a recent visit to Chicago. Having dined at Alinea the night before, we were presented with a token to use at The Aviary (in a little vending machine) that resulted in
Bottoms up
Aviary is everything it is purported to be: amazing drinks, fabulous presentation, delicious food. Have the corn based cocktail.
Unique, Upscale Bar
The Aviary is an upscale establishment that serves unique cocktails and bar food. We went with friends for drinks before having dinner at Next. This is the first bar I've visited where reservations are required and the place fills up as soon as th
A unique experience in a beautiful setting with friendly staff
We had a wonderful experience at the Aviary. The ambience was fabulous and loved the fact that we could hear each other talk across the table while at a bar! The drink presentations reminded me of a magic show: Very fun and entertaining. The drinks
Glad To Have Experienced It
Drinks were very creative, tasty, strong, and fun. We enjoyed the drinks presentation of— the explanation was similar to a tasting/five star menu. Drinks are priced to presentation and Chicago. We did not like the one with boba bottles and our neig
Overpriced mediocre drinks with a cool presentation
This is a tough review to write and the score is a 3.5. The Aviary is about the experience, not the drink quality, per se. It’s about the presentation, the smells, the visual appeal, the timing, and the uniqueness - in those regards it is excellent
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