My reviews are mixed and they aren't even consider...

My reviews are mixed and they aren't even considering the food, because, well, I've only been here after 10pm for some post drinks cocktails. So let's give it points for it's history and longevity. Assuming that all the reviews are accurate, sounds like they offer a good menu so points for that too.

Now, for the cocktails. Every time I've been here, it's been nearly impossible to find a spot at the bar. The last visit, there were no less than 4 booths with reserved signs on them and yet it was after 10pm and highly unlikely that these tables were being saved for people looking for dinner. I take a star away because last time when I asked the server about the status of the reserved tables, I was told very rudely that some people want to eat. In my mind, I'm thinking and some people want a tip; which I would give you if I were allowed to sit at this table and an empty table equals zero tip. The cocktails seem pretty standard. A few beers on tap, full bar, but I don't recall ever being given a drink menu.

The bar is made up of a lot of hotel staying folks from around the corner so it's a mixed bag of locals and tourists/business travelers. Bartenders have been pretty attentive. Drink prices seem average. I would say it's a staple in Chicago and good for the area, but not sure it would hold it's status in many other areas of the city.