The Violet Hour

The Violet Hour reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Robert VIP

   New Orleans3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I had been wanting to check this bar out for a few years. I had high expectations and my expectations were greatly exceeded. Amazing spot. Great cocktails. Attentive bartender. And what I did not expect was absolutely amazing food as well. Come for the cocktails. Or the food. Or both. Excellent spot for a fun evening.
   

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   Ernie

   Glasgow1 review

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Such a great experience at this bar. I came for the Paper Plane. Tried it and some others and loved them all. Highly recommended.
   

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   Mary

   Chicago8 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 27 April 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The drinks at the Violet Hour did NOT disappoint. Our server was very friendly and knowledgeable. The only thing we did not enjoy was the loud music that started playing around 10pm. I know it’s a Saturday night, but in such an intimate setting it was distracting and made it difficult to hold a conversation or hear the server.
   

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   Tracy VIP

   Chicago11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 25 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very sexy vibe. Creative, tasty cocktails with passionate, knowledgeable and pleasant bartender Brandon. Overall, a lovely place.
   

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   Angela

   London2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 19 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   oustanding! Brit was the best bartender, thank you so much for this experience!
   

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   Dean

   Detroit7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 19 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We go to Violet Hour each time we visit Chicago. They always have an excellent variety of cocktails to choose from. If you like Craft Cocktails this is definitely the place to stop.
   

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   Enyd VIP

   Chicago68 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 12 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Really cute! I enjoyed everything about it. I recommend not driving, parking is limited.
   

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   Craig

   Chicago6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 5 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Annie is an exceptional bartender! We gave her some off menu challenges and every cocktail was amazing. Kudos!
   

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   Rebe

   Seattle4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 31 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Start to finish a great time. Our server was excellent, he knew the ins and outs of the entire drink menu and steered us in the right direction each time. We never felt rushed and the vibe is great. We’ll be back!
   

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    Allyssa

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    we were in town from milwaukee for the blackhawks game, and i asked chatgpt for "hidden gems close to the united center". violet hour was one of the suggestions, and i am SO happy we came here! we loved the atmosphere, it was very nice, dim, cozy, romantic, but not stuffy. the drink menu was very creative, and i didn't feel like the pricing was out of line for the quality. the chorizo dates-loved! sweet, salty, a little spicy, very reminiscent of good baked beans (compliment!). i docked a star for the chips and dip, only because there could've been more dip/better dip to chip ratio, but the flavors were great! would absolutely recommend, and we look forward to returning!
    

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