Sparrow

Very cool little spot. They're doing some cool stuff with cocktails here and they have an interesting menu. They also have a really well curated and extensive rum selection, and bartenders who know their stuff. The vibe was nice and service was good. The only problem was getting in. The door guy was not helpful and kind of rude. There were a handful of people waiting outside. I 'checked in' with the door guy. Having never been here before, I didn't know if there was a list or what. He just said, 'It's at least a ten minute wait' (he said this exact thing to every single person) and then went back to looking at his phone. I had to ask is there a list or something or what's the procedure. He could have given a little more context. Then, we waited about half an hour, and watched about 20 people walk out of the bar during that period and no one was let in. At least three other groups who had already been waiting when we arrived left in frustration. Finally, we were let on, and the bar was about half empty. They said they were short staffed, but it was still really confusing. I don't mind a wait at places, but at least try to give accurate times. It's really too bad because this would have been a five star review, but it seems like they need some system for getting people in and seated.

**Stars for "food" are intended to represent cocktail menu - not sure they even offered food??** I counted over 100 different rums on their menu - many from countries I wasn't even aware manufactured rum! The ones I tried were fantastic, and I loved the intimate, speak easy feel. Unfortunately, the server wasn't very attentive, and we would have to wave at her chatting with her coworkers to get her attention to get any follow up service after our initial drinks.

An incredible experience. The cocktails tasted great and and the Art Deco atmosphere and lighting is very well done and really helps to make this place stand out. Best of all, the staff were incredibly attentive, warm, and friendly, remembering small details such as having visited a few nights before or me and my friend's enthusiasm for the beautiful decor. Will definitely make a routine of coming in again whenever I visit Chicago!

Welcoming doorman with no attitude was the perfect start….sometimes just getting in a place turns me off and makes me want to leave. Showed us several tables and let us pick which one we preferred. No table service — you have to go to the bar to order — but that was very efficient. Enormous rum selection for my husband to geek out on and my two cocktails were delicious. High on my list for returning!!

Awesome Cuban influenced cocktail bar! Small cocktail that is curated very nice. All the drinks we had were amazing! Super beautiful cozy decor on inside. The place gets really busy and they don’t do reservations so get there early if you don’t want to wait! Best to keep your party small since the place is not big.