Three Dots and a Dash

4.8

1882 Reviews

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 36 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot
Good for special occasions

With a secret alleyway entrance, Three Dots and a Dash is a speakeasy-style take on the traditional island bar—ready to transport you to the glamorous bygone eras of Trader Vic, Stephen Crane and Don the Beachcomber. Descend underground to discover a subterranean hideaway featuring a rum-soaked menu of more than two dozen classic, modern and original tropical cocktails and a selection of island fare. We are a 21+ venue.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 2:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(312) 610-4220
Website
http://threedotschicago.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Kevin Beary
Catering
Head to our tropical hideaway for your next special event. Our team will work with you create a custom event for an intimate party of 8 or a large celebration throughout the entire bar. We even do virtual cocktail classes if you can’t make it to us! To book your event, email threedotsparties@leye.com

Location
435 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Area
River North (Chicago)
Cross Street
Clark Street & Hubbard
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Grand Train Station (Red Line)
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit

Experiences

Three Dots and a Dash (Deposit Required)
US$10.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Three Dots and a Dash, Chicago’s premier tropical bar and craft cocktail destination hidden below the bustling streets of River North. The secret hideaway – named one of The World’s 50 Best Bars by Drinks International – is led by cocktail expert Kevin Beary. Our team has researched tirelessly to source and create the best possible cocktails using the freshest exotic fruits and spices, the finest rums and distilled spirits, and juices and elixirs that are cold-pressed and concocted in house every day. Surrender all your cares and let Three Dots and a Dash whisk you away onto a rum-soaked tropical excursion. We are a 21+ venue.
The Bamboo Room (Deposit Required)
US$15.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
The Bamboo Room is tucked away inside of Three Dots and a Dash. Named one of Esquire's "Best Bars in America," The Bamboo Room offers a tailored experience through the world of rum in an intimate environment. Enjoy high end renditions of tropical cocktails featuring rare spirits carefully crafted by attentive expert bartenders. A $15.00 Deposit is required to make this reservation. Deposit is nonrefundable & will be applied towards final bill. We are a 21+ venue.
Navy Strength X Bamboo Room
US$75.00 per person
Prepaid
7 Feb 2025 - 1 Mar 2025
The Bamboo room welcomes Chris Elford of Navy Strength in Seattle, Washington for an exclusive two day pop up experience. Guests will enjoy a four course tasting of cocktails created by the Navy Strength team. Join us for a night of tropical cocktails served up by the Spirited Award nominated bar. Seatings are available from 4pm-10pm for $75 per person. Reservation time limited to 1.5 hours.

Popular dishes

SWEATER WEATHERUS$17.00
Aged Panamanian Rum, Brazilian Cachaça, Honeycrisp Apple, Pineapple, Lemon, Cinnamon
COFFEE GROGUS$16.00
Aged Jamaican Rum, 151° Demerara Rum, Creole Shrub, Hexe Espresso, Coconut, Cinnamon
NO BUSINESS LIKE SNOW BUSINESSUS$18.00
Reposado Tequila, Blood Orange Amaro, Lemon, Mulled Honeycrisp Apple Cider
HOT BUTTERED RUMUS$13.00
Aged Saint Lucia Rum, Caribbean Overproof Rum Blend, Nordic Butter, Baking Spices, Coconut Spiced Cream
PEARL DIVERUS$16.00
Aged Guyanan Rum, Aged Panamanian Rum, Tangerine, Lime, Gardenia Butter Mix, Falernum
COCONUT MIDNIGHT STINGERUS$17.00
Coconut Fat Washed Eagle Rare Single Barrel Bourbon, Fernet Branca, Toasted Coconut, Lemon
TRADEWINDSUS$18.00
Cognac, Aged Panamanian Rum, Aged Jamaican Rum Apricot, Pineapple, Lemon, Tangerine, Coconut
TRADER VIC MAI TAIUS$20.00
Aged Jamaican Rum, 55° Martinique Rhum Agricole Blanc, Dry Curacao, Lime, Almond Orgeat, Overproof Float
THREE DOTS AND A DASHUS$18.00
Aged Martinique Rhum Agricole, Aged Guyana Rum, Lime, Orange, Falernum, Allspice
RUM BARRELUS$20.00
Aged Guyana Rum, Jamaican Pot Still Rum, Aged Saint Lucia Rum, Grapefruit, Pineapple, Tangerine, Lime, Maple, Vanilla, Black Cardamom, Clove, Allspice, Mole Bitters, Absinthe
THREE DOTS SINGLE BARREL OLD FASHIONEDUS$20.00
17yr Fijian Rum Finished in Umeshu Casks, Evaporated Cane Sugar
CONCRETE BEACHUS$18.00
Espadin Mezcal, Brazilian Cachaça, Horchata Orgeat, Guava, Pineapple, Lime
TROPICAL ITCHUS$20.00
Bonded Bourbon, Overproof Jamaican Rum, 151° Demerara Rum, Passionfruit, Tangerine, Lemon, Falernum
HONEYCRISP NOMBIEUS$14.00
Honeycrisp Apple, Non-Alcoholic Amaro, Verjus Blanc, Cinnamon
PAINKILLERUS$17.00
Caribbean Rum Blend, Tangerine, Pineapple, Coconut
SUNDAY SCARIESUS$18.00
Coconut Water, Pandan, Sobacha Tea
BEACH RESORTUS$15.00
Aged Panama and Barbados Rum, Dry Curacao, Pineapple, Tangerine, Lime, Almond Orgeat, Dark Rum Float
MISSIONARY'S DOWNFALLUS$50.00
Aged Antigua Rum, White Peach, Lime, Mint

What 1,882 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Chicago / Illinois
Cocktail Bar

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Three Dots and a Dash offers a "fun atmosphere" with "amazing drinks" and excellent hospitality. This hidden tiki bar in Chicago is praised for its "unique environment," "creative cocktails," and "outstanding service." The Bamboo Room provides a more intimate experience, with knowledgeable bartenders and "phenomenal" cocktails. A must-visit for tiki and rum enthusiasts!

1,882 Reviews

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Kate
VIP
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place! It’s nice to have the secluded area of the bamboo room versus the more electric part of three dots in a dash if you’re on a date.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful drinks and service. Great playlist! I was shazaming like crazy. We just need some Cuban rum in here and life would be perfect…. Thanks, America. -____-
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Meredith
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great vibes, great drinks! Wonderful, attentive service. A very fun place for a celebration or date nice.
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Keenan
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Server kind of abandoned us and stopped checking in. I get if they want to turn the table but it seemed kind of rude when the place was not that busy.
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Daniel
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated our Aquarius princess’s birthday! Thank you to Sophia and Claire! Everything was fabulous!
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Cyrus
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful rum-based cocktail bar. Enjoyed the smaller Bamboo Room. Inventive rum flights and cocktails; friendly and knowledgeable bartender.
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Joe
Grand Rapids
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A fun atmosphere with good food and great cocktails!
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Sally
VIP
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Drinks were fantastic but pretty expensive. Service was slow and the waiter complained about the tip we left which really bothered us. We had 3 drinks and only stayed for 30 mins. Tip is optional and I thought the overall encounter was rude. Probably wont be back at Bamboo Room
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Ginny
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great intimate experience. The drinks were so good with a unique specialty from your personal bartender. I would definitely recommend it and would go again.
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Michael
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Fun tiki bar with great food and drinks. Reasonable prices for location.
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FAQs

Three Dots and a Dash is rated 4.8 stars by 1882 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 36 times today

Experiences are available.

435 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

Cross Street
Clark Street & Hubbard
Area
River North (Chicago)
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 2:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Grand Train Station (Red Line)
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Kevin Beary
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit

Website
http://threedotschicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 610-4220
Catering
Head to our tropical hideaway for your next special event. Our team will work with you create a custom event for an intimate party of 8 or a large celebration throughout the entire bar. We even do virtual cocktail classes if you can’t make it to us! To book your event, email threedotsparties@leye.com

Three Dots and a Dash

Make a booking

Additional information

Experiences