Beverages: April 2008 Archives
When you walk through the velvet curtains of The Violet Hour, you'll be transported to a bygone day when going out for a drink was truly an occasion. This hidden gem in Wicker Park is literally hidden, a nod to Prohibition days with no marked address or sign...only a simple light above the door.
The Violet Hour is a modern speak-easy where you'll be treated to a beautiful, serene atmosphere and the discreet attention of knowledgeable servers. This is cool and sexy Chicago at its best. Come to relax in the intimate seating areas with a special someone or group of friends, or cozy up to the bar and watch your stand-out bartenders make outstanding, classic cocktails. Impressively, The Violet Hour makes their own bitters and simple syrups and uses twice-filtered ice cubes. Attentive precision goes into the creation of each drink, from premium ingredients to exact mixing, shaking and pouring.
Tastybeat highly recommends these refreshing, flavorful concoctions:
- Fresh Fruit Gin Gimlet with gin, lime juice and fresh fruit
- The Vodka Part and Parcel with vodka, grapefruit and St. Germaine elderflower liqueur.
Both are delightful with just a touch of sweetness. Enjoy!
Smooth Drinking,
Tastybeat
The Violet Hour
1520 North Damen Avenue (map)
Chicago IL 60622
773.252.1500
Hours:
6PM-2AM Every day except Saturday, open until 3AM Saturday.
