The Violet Hour
$$ • Cocktail Bar, American, New American
Hours:
1520 N Damen Ave, Chicago
(773) 252-1500
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The Violet Hour Reviews
The drinks were phenomenal. Definitely will visit again. Host couldn't find our reservation which was annoying at first, since I showed proof of reservation. She immediately told me I must had not booked correctly or different day before even asking for reservation proof..that was odd. Besides that hiccup our waitress was amazing, and the ambiance was great. Truffle frites had great flavor but fries were soggy wished they were crunchy.
TLDR: great bar with amazing cocktails and friendly serviceWe came in on a Monday night and were seated after a few minutes. It was pretty full and though lightly staffed, they were able to take great care of us. They’re a legacy bar and they make everything that was ever on their menu which is insane knowledge. I had two drinks on menu and one bartenders choice. My friend also had one off menu legacy drink and then one bartenders choice. All were amazing! Hate how the only...read full review
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Hours
Monday | 5PM - 12AM |
Tuesday | 5PM - 12AM |
Wednesday | 5PM - 12AM |
Thursday | 5PM - 12AM |
Friday | 5PM - 12AM |
Saturday | 5PM - 12AM |
Sunday | 5PM - 12AM |
Updated review, still a very solid cocktail bar even if the rules on cell phones and dress code have gotten a bit lax over the years.Menu all around is good and the bar tenders are very knowledgeable. Space overall is pretty quiet and arranged in such a way that things feel very private.Worth stopping by at least onceLook for the recessed door, you could walk by without ever knowing it's there!