The Revel Room

Kinda small hole in the wall that was ok not much dancing but a great hangout for a short time.

Another terrific Chicago bar! This was our second stop in the Damen/Wicker Park neighborhood. Again, super close to the blue line stop, making it easy for us tourists to figure out these awesome bars. I had a couple of Old Styles. My kids had a couple of shots. Wife had an Old Fashioned. That was her drink of choice for the long weekend. We came in about 10pm. The bar was not crowded at all,but the crowd was cool and diverse. Very fun atmosphere. The drinks were awesome! The bartender was incredible. I talked to him a bunch about local, live music. Very chill, laid-back spot. Will definitely try to get back here on our next trip to Chicago!

This place is a nice chill spot with a good selection of drinks and also a dj playing some good music. We only stopped in for a bit as we were waiting for our ride to show up. The place wasn't packed yet, so it was pretty good to just hang out. I need to make another visit here when back in town.

This is a fun bar in Chicago! The music was good and there is a little dance floor in the back with a live DJ. They were playing some throwbacks, and we were having a great time! The drinks are standard. I just stuck to some High Noons. We were able to snag a table for hanging out and putting our coats down.

Chill place at times but it can also get crazy. It depends on the day and time, but the drinks are always good. The Revel Room is very close to the Damen Blue Line. Has more of a laid back feel than the frat boy bullshit around it. Prices are higher than dive bars, but the drinks are higher quality. A lot better having some room in here than being crowded at a sports bar. It's one of the few Wicker Park bars that are still cool. The other bars are packed full of loudmouths on weekends. Even here it gets like that but not as bad. It's about $12 for a cocktail. The drink prices actually match with quality. Among my favorites is the Cry, Baby. This is made with Aperol, Corazon, elderflower liquor, and lime juice. Mellow citrus flavor. They also have cheap beer and basic liquor. Sometimes they have a DJ but usually this is laid back. There's actually the ability to just chat and hang. Has a chill ass feel. It also has better music. There's more of an actual hipster vibe instead of the bastardized version of wannabes you find in the other bars with bad drinks and tunes.

I ordered an espresso martini and it was made with coffee (not espresso) and for $14 I got half a glass. I tried a sample of their featured drink but it was batched and not good. The vibe is cool, but the drinks are mediocre. There are much better places right around the corner. Don't waste your money.

Came here for karaoke on Monday night and had a nice time. Enjoyed the Burt Banana and the House Daiquiri, both cocktails we're delicious! Would def recommend coming here on a Monday night, karaoke was a lot of fun and the KJ did a great job!

The Revel Room is definitely reminiscent of my early twenties! So fun! We just popped in for a drink after dinner and we loved the music and the crowd! It was around 9:30pm when we came so it wasn't too busy yet but the energy was up! The bartenders were friendly and attentive! I tried a new seltzer there called city water! Super good! Definitely should stop in if you're on Milwaukee Ave on a weekend evening!

Inviting and cozy neighborhood bar with excellent list of specialty cocktails. A small list yet well developed with clever names to each drink. The Italian spider-Man was a gin lover's delight. Definitely would try some of the others. Their version of an Old Fashion is also something to try. Small and cozy, dark and moody, loud but still a place to have a conversation and plenty of couples smiling at one another so a good place for people watching.

My favorite bar in all of Chicago! Monday night karaoke is wonderful with a great crowd and kind host. Weekend nights have a great vibe with music and dancing, week days are quieter, but still lovely and a great place to meet for a drink with a friend, date, or group. House cocktails are delicious, unique, and strong, classic cocktails are made with great quality ingredients. The best thing about the Revel Room is the staff. Bartenders are kind and are great to have a conversation with if you get the chance. They are observant of the crowd and will check in on you if they feel you might be made uncomfortable by another guest. It's a place I always feel safe at.