Pigtail

Last night I had the best cocktail I've ever had in my life (over 50). Emmanuel put up with myself and 2 co- workers who dropped in for a drink that turned into 2-3.The plantain scotch highball was spectacular. Truly for my tastes, hit on all cylinders. The Summer Rob Roy and the frozen slushy coffee amazingness were also fantastic.He knows what he's doing and I highly recommend. Truly a special place for cocktails.

A very cool 'speakeasy' in Chicago. Located on the bottom floor under Jaleo, you arrive through the front and get walked downstairs into Pigtail. Dimly lit and a lot of art referencing pigs. Very fun to see it all. Made reservations ahead of time and sat at a larger table for our party of 4. I think sitting at the bar will be a better experience. The staff is so well versed in their cocktail menu and their presentation definitely feels like artisinal experience. Pigtail serves both food and drinks but the main event in my opinion is the drinks. The unique cocktails prepared by our server was so fun to watch. My favorites were the Melon Cloud which was a fruity sweet drink with a dry ice cloud that is popped, and the REVERSE IRISH CARA JILLO. If you like espresso martinis, then you must try the reverse irish cara jillo. It is topped with a liquid nitrogen vallina whip cream that perfectly balances the coffee bitters. If you're more of a more woody flavor person, try the shadow chaser, they bring out a board of wood that they burn and smoke the cup before pouring in the drink.

I wanted to take my birthday girl for a birthday drink and this was a place that intrigued me! We actually met the first time on the ground floor where jaleo resides. The Spanish tapas theme was delicious when we tried it. Pigtail lounge is in the basement of the same establishment and featured a infused cocktail list with pig inspired bites. The birthday girl ordered a very unique cocktail in which the drink itself is warm and the foam on top is cold. Being a Negroni lover and seeing the cute pig logo next to the drink name I opted for a clear Negroni which hit the spot. Our server was so knowledgeable and professional . He even brought a surprise flan with a candle lit for my friends birthday. What's even more awesome is that it's a new spot on the in kind app!

Such a nice speakeasy tucked underneath Jaleo. The ambience is all about pigs, as the name suggests. They offer all menu items from Jaleo. We ordered the patatas bravas and they were really good. The cocktails and their theatrics were a huge win for me. We ordered the Vacuum gin and tonic, reverse irish Cara jillo and old fashioned. The reverse Irish Cara jillo cocktail and the Gin and tonic cocktails are made at the table. For the Irish cocktail, they smoke some wood at the table, let the glass simmer in some smoke and then add the cocktail. The smoky flavor was soooo good. The vacuum gin and tonic was very interesting. It comes with two shots. They then do an alchemical take on reverse brewing the cocktail using vacuum. The result is a stunning aromatic cocktail that is perfect for summer or winter. Loved my experience here.

Love this speakeasy SO much! Never a wait, even on the weekends for a table or seat at the bar. All the cocktails are so creative and the service is superb! Definitely stop by if you're in river north wondering where to go!

Really unique and delicious menu! Definitely helpful to come with a group to order and try multiple smaller bites. The atmosphere was swanky and luxurious! A must try experience!

Pigtail was simply the best night I've had in Chicago since I moved here three years ago. I came with a friend for my birthday, and there were multiple moments when a single year formed dye to how good everything was. First off: I recommend sitting at the bar vs. a table. Watching the staff make the cocktails is part of the experience. They love answering questions and making suggestions. Second: Listen to their suggestions. They are invested in you enjoying yourself, so get their input on what to order. Third: That being said - you can't go wrong. Every drink and bite we had was phenomenal. I strongly recommend the Liquid Olives, the Melon Cloud cocktail, the Andres & Cooper cocktail, and the croquetas. I had the best birthday, and this place deserves to be overflowing with guests!

My friend suggested this spot as a great spot for dates and it's actually perfect for a more intimate (non first date) date or even if you want to catch up with a friend. Super creative cocktail menu and you can also order some small bites too! I really enjoyed sitting at the bar as it was really cool getting to see the bartenders make different drinks and the drinks we got were good. They gave us a sample of the reverse Irish Carajillo which was honestly so good and if I hadn't already ordered a second drink, I would have gotten one of those. Tasted like a frozen espresso martini!! I forgot what my first drink was.. but it was good. The second drink we got was some special / some "clarified milk punch" drink that was not on the menu. They gave us a little taste and it was SO good that we immediatley decided to order it. Will be back, just make sure to get the right drink if you come!

What a cool and creative drink menu and the waitstaff are like personal bartenders who know the drinks and come to the table to do the personal drink preps and tell you about the drinks. Fun and cool! They were very attentive and knowledgeable. A must do experience in Chicago.

Such an excellent cocktail bar that is just below Jaleo's! After having dinner at Jaleo's, the manager invited us down to their cocktail bar. What a awesome place for the senses! Creative cocktail menu with inspirational touches and ingredients from Spain, South America, Japan and other countries. Manager is so passionate and knowledgeable about all of the cocktails, ingredients and preparations- he is the best! A very hospitable cocktail bar, everyone is so friendly and knowledgeable about all of the cocktails. They do serve plates from Jaleo's and desserts, which we had (incredible). Ambiance and decor is so awesomely decorated with flying pigs, pig side tables, pig portraits; it just sets the theme. Excellent experience and execution, We will be back!