Tucked away above the cozy café The Bourgeois Pig Café in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighbourhood, The Gatsby Speakeasy offers a time-warp into the decadent elegance of the 1920s. As you ascend to the second floor and proceed down the hallway, a hidden bookcase door swings open to reveal opulent velvet-lined rooms, antique oil paintings (some dating to the 1820s), carved wood furnishings, and chandeliers casting a soft glow over a library-inspired lounge. The ambiance is rich, mysterious and intimate: jazz crooners, big band echoes, rich mahogany and shelves packed with books. Cocktail devotees are in for a treat: the bartenders expertly craft bespoke drinks that align with literary themes — some referencing novels (starting with The Great Gatsby) and others tailored on request Small-plate sharables like smoked fish and cheese boards complement the experience — making it as much a social outing as a drinking adventure. Reservations are recommended, especially for the coveted “library” section. Entry involves solving a short riddle and using a password — true speakeasy drama. In short: if you’re looking for an elevated night out, rich in atmosphere, craft and nostalgia — The Gatsby Speakeasy delivers a memorable escape from the ordinary.
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