This place was pretty damn awesome. Food was spectacular, drinks were just as good and pricing wasn't too bad. All the bartenders were cool as hell. Not to mention they had an event and were giving out drinks and snacks. Definitely recommend this spot to anyone! The music wasn't too loud and had an amazing mix as well!
First time going tonight for happy hour. I'll definitely be back. Andrew was our server and provided excellent customer service. Great food, drinks and atmosphere.
Came here last night to end the night for my 27th and I had the best time! From the bartenders and other staff to even the patrons, it was super fun and the drinks were good. They play good music, heard some Brazilian funk in there which made me so happy. Definitely feel I found a new spot
Visited Arbella and was blown away by their cocktail selection, especially their unique take on old fashioneds from around the world. The vibe was perfect with a DJ playing during our visit, and thankfully, it wasn't overly crowded. The only regret? Not discovering this place sooner to sample more of their food menu. They have a late-night food menu that definitely hit the spot. Can't wait to go back!
Tucked away behind a not so obvious door is this gem. Some of the best cocktails in Chicago are served up here in a true speakeasy. Friendly and knowledgeable staff keep this small space running smoothly. Unique drinks are always on hand as well as a selection of higher end liquors plus food options. One of my favorite places in Chicago
Fantastic vibe and great cocktails. Got here right as they opened on a Friday night and was able to sit at the bar right away. Both the Simple Man and the Chicago Fire Extinguisher were excellent!
Amazing vibes, great food, music and drinks. Lots of options to select from, service is top notch. We ordered the Chicago fire extinguisher, really strong and perfect. I really loved the way the drinks are presented. The Croquettes tasted good. Great deals during happy hour, not many restaurants in Chicago downtown offer happy hour on Friday’s but Arabella does. I would highly recommend it.
Had a great recent experience here enjoying a few cocktails at the bar with my bride. I'm a bit older and way less hip than the stylish youngins surrounding us, but still felt most welcome. The bartenders were super friendly helping us decide on drink choices and we loved the decor, music and overall high energy level of the place. Worth a return for sure.
Cool vibe in there! I liked the fact there was a small crowd dancing. Busy but not too busy when we went on a Friday night. The bartender was quick and the drinks were really good!
Their atmosphere is something else! Dark with light accents, muted tones, romance and suspense can both be felt. We first had a booth but were moved to a table to be more comfortable.
They have some of the most interesting drink names. I mainly stuck to the Peru one because it had vodka, lemon, mint and was along the lines of a mule. One of my friends got the fire extinguisher which came in a smoked form. There was a Mexico based cocktail that came in a unique cup of its own.
It was a little loud so you couldn't really hear the people away from you. The servers were nice in that they left us alone for the most part and knew when to come and ask if we wanted more. We didn't eat.
All in all, a good experience. I would recommend reservations.
Sat at the bar. Drinks were awesome. Vibe was great. The people that work here are very friendly. Ordered the octopus and it was mixed with what tasted like a balsamic sauce and pieces of pineapple. Though I love all those separately I didn’t love them together.
It’s definitely a vibe here.
This place has great vibes, friendly staff, and an excellent happy hour menu. My friends and I enjoyed the few hours that we were there and I’m sure we’ll be back again soon!
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