The Alderman

4.9

210 Reviews

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions

Winner of the 2022 Jean Banchet Award for Best Bar, THE ALDERMAN is an intimate, 16-seat cocktail bar tucked away, behind closed doors, within Pilsen Yards. The cocktail list rotates some of its original cocktail features, while the twists on American classics are staples of the cocktail list.

With a plush velvet banquette and a 4-seat counter, it’s the perfect room for a night cap, a date, or a casual evening of one to several astonishingly good cocktails.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 243-2410
Website
http://www.thealdermanchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1163 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608-2355
Neighborhood
Pilsen
Cross street
Racine
Parking details
Valet or Street Parking Available
Public transit
18th St Pink Line
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Private Room, Wine

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What 210 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.9Service
5Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Alderman offers an "absolutely killer" speakeasy experience, celebrated for its phenomenal cocktails and "incredible ambiance." Guests rave about the knowledgeable bartenders, like Roger and Charlie, who craft "creative and delicious" drinks. Perfect for a romantic night out, this Chicago gem is a must-visit for cocktail enthusiasts.

210 Reviews

H
Harry
San Diego
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As someone who loves this kind of cocktail bar, this is absolutely top notch. Inventive and creative cocktails in a personal, comfortable space.
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Jason
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere and service. Excellent spot for a date night.
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jorge
Los Angeles
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service , bartenders were masters of their craft!!
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Tavia
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly loved this little speakeasy! I will definitely return. The music the drinks the vibe is just awesome. The staff is amazing and they truly care about guest. A little smoky in there but other than that everything was perfect! You definitely got a returning customer!
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Angela
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Alderman never disappoints. Amazing cocktails. Amazing service. Roger and Caesar are great!! Our favorite speakeasy. We keep coming back because nothing compares to what t!!
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Ashantis
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love this place great drinks and great staff. Definitely will visit again!
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sharron
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's a perfect speak easy experience with great mixologist who cares about satisfying the customer. The decor is exquisite and the offerings of cocktails are simply top notch.
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TammyO
Chicago
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful place service was excellent Rodger is amazing. This is an experience we enjoyed tasting different drinks good music and great vibes
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miryam
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is truly a gem! The service from our bartender was outstanding and the ambiance is cozy and the smell of palo santo is amazing. The 2 drinks I had were created with different but fantastic quality. Love this place!
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Wes
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One the best cocktail experiences I’ve had in the city.
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FAQs

The Alderman is rated 4.9 stars by 210 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

1163 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608-2355

Additional information

Cross street
Racine
Neighborhood
Pilsen
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet or Street Parking Available
Public transit
18th St Pink Line
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.thealdermanchicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 243-2410

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