“My favorite steakhouse in the city. Absolutely wonderful service. You feel like you’re transported the minute you walk in the door. Very moody esthetic.”
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Julia Reh✓
@j_reh · Industry
I am an industry lifer who has worked in just about every facet of Food and Bev! Lover of good quality food and drinks served with personality and edge.
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Places Julia swears by
“Sick dive bar. Cash only. They’re open pretty much all the time.”
DiveOld SchoolLate Night
“Chicago seafood institution. Great happy hour specials. Always busy, try and make a reservation.”
Group HangBuzzyOld SchoolHappy Hour
“Absolutely insane, one of a kind eating and drinking experience. Extremely thoughtful and peaceful dining experience.”
Date NightCelebrationQuiet ConversationCraft Cocktails
“Absolutely wild whiskey selection. Half off whiskey of Wednesdays.”
SoloGroup Hang
“Probably the coolest live RnB set in the city. Always busy, always a vibe.”
Live MusicLate Night
“AMAZING cocktail bar that executes classics flawlessly. Ask for AJ, ask for Hannah, ask for Julio, ask for Andrea. Every single person on staff is on point and the cocktails are aswell. Get the olives and manchego.”
First DateBuzzySoloCraft Cocktails
“Dope cocktail bar. Amazing drinks, amazing bartenders. Industry heavy. Eclectic live music and great community feel.”
Live MusicGroup HangSoloCraft Cocktails
“Amazing industry spot. Bar team know what they are doing. Cool little patio in the back. Sunday BBQ series goes OFF in the summer”
Group HangSoloDiveLate Night
“My favorite laid back martini service in the city. Go for Oyster sundays 3-7, Mondays 5-7pm”
SoloCelebrationOld SchoolGroup Hang
“Monday industry karaoke at 10pm. Always fun.”
Group HangBuzzyDiveLate Night
“Amazing coffee spot that turns into an intimate cocktail bar at night! They take an Espresso Martini to a new level.”
Date NightSoloQuiet ConversationCraft Cocktails
“Hyper local pub. Always have conversations with new people when I’m there. Open during the day as a cafe and all night as a bar. Stellar beer selection.”
Group HangSoloBuzzyDive
“New school Chinese and Szechuan food. Dope happy hour( drinks and food). Legit cocktail program.”
Date NightCozyHappy Hour
“Incredible Amaro and Gin selection. Fantastic staff and cocktail program. Dj sets on the weekends”
SoloGroup HangBuzzyCraft Cocktails
“Super cool bar where all the things hung on the wall are for sales like a vintage/ consignment shop. There are treasures to look at in every direction you turn! Very inclusive space.”
First DateSoloLGBTQ+ FriendlyCraft Cocktails
“I love this bar!!!!! Super chill divy esthetic. Great outdoor space! Stone cold weirdos behind the bar that are always willing to make conversation and have a good time. Local hang.”
SoloGroup HangBuzzyHappy Hour
“Punk/ metal/ ska bar. The coolest. Big attitudes. Bigger whiskey selection.”
Group HangDiveLate NightHappy Hour
“Wonderful bar full of wonderful people. One of the only really legit and relaxed cocktail bars in Gold Coast. Great cocktails , great happy hour AND they give you free cheese balls!!!”
CelebrationBuzzyHappy HourCraft Cocktails
“Probably my favorite bar in Chicago. Laid back, great cocktails, easy breezy service, great music and cheap amazing food. Get the burger and the cheese cake. Or a pickled egg if your into that….. They also have ango on tap.”
Group HangBuzzyLate NightCraft Cocktails
“Very cool and chill vinyl listening bar. Unbelievable cocktail menu, super unique. Very talented bar team.”
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