Tiny Lounge

I was meeting some people there, I was the first to arrive. So I tell the hostess that I am looking for my group, she says take a look around if they are not here I will seat you. They were not there, and she wanted to seat me at a table for 2, when I informed here, no for 4, she never batted an eye. I have been to so many places that will not seat you until everyone shows up, so it was a pleasant surprise to be seated. My party arrived a few minutes later. They had already eaten, I had not, so I ordered the catfish tacos. While I did enjoy them, there was so much slaw on them I could barely taste the fish. But like I said I did enjoy them. They serve a wide variety of cocktails, and even if it’s not on the menu, they will create it for you. I was trying to drink lite, so I just had gin and tonics. Instead of using a lime wedge, they asked me would I like to try cucumber. It sounded intriguing so I tried it. I will never go back to lime again. I liked the décor as well, and the staff was attentive without being overly attentive. Seemed to come back to table just when needed, without us looking for her. The prices were more than fair, needless to say, I will be back.

Tiny lounge makes a mean whiskey cocktail and a decent handmade margarita. But trust, they are tiny. Go early or good luck. They are also poorly temperature regulated. Very cute date spot.

The only thing tiny about this place is the name! Nice sized lounge with contemporary and warm décor — the drink selection is great. And while the food menu is relatively small — everything we had was delicious and a good sized portioned. I will definitely be back!

So Mayor Emanuel is known to sit at the bar — I guess that’s cool. Bar was very loud for a place so intentionally intimate, my drink (the Subourbon) was poorly balanced onto the side of sweet and almost syrupy, and our server was not good at reading the cues that we were trying to have a conversation without interruptions. Good location at a major intersection but I’d prefer somewhere else.

Bravo, bravo. The name is really fitting. I will say this place is «cozy». It was my first time coming to this place and although it was packed, I never felt like I was overlooked. The bartenders are amazing. Friendly, attentive, and attention to detail.

This place is truly a joke. It is in a very simple neighborhood and not in the heart of the City or Loop area to demand such extreme prices. A simple beer is almost $ 6.00 a bottle –ARE YOU KIDDING ME? That’s well over a 100% mark up. The alchol drink menu is written for tourists and the prices are just as ridiculous.
Food was just «meh» and the service wasn’t any better. The only good thing is they ask if each person would like separate checks. Weird question, but nice to be asked. Maybe they know their prices are extreme and try to prevent arguments within a larger group-​HA!
Seating is basic outdoor chairs with a cover over them, and as uncomfortable as can be. My back is killing me today.
It’s a dark environment which makes me think they have something to hide. Simple candles don’t solve that problem. I could barely see my friends.
Bathroom was dirty, no toilet paper in stall and the hand towel machines were broke.
If you want a classy place, your in the wrong neighborhood.
Never to be back.

I could go 5 stars here. If I come back (it’s not really convenient for me, but I do like it), I might upgrade.
The ourdoor area was surprisingly nice — they surrounded it by a fairly high «fence» with lovely foliage, including rosemary, sage, and an assortment of flowers, that, once you’re seated, really makes it feel intimate.
The inside is more modern than I expected — birch, concrete, stark. I think I usually like my bars more traditional, but it didn’t really turn me off.
We were being VERY leisurely so it’s entirely possible our server was matching out mood and not crowding us. I’m going to go ahead and give her credit for that and so ⁵⁄₅
Drinks
goliath — very very refreshing, but not very strong. I highly recommend it, just not if you’re looking to do some drinking damage
hemingway — the sweetest one, but almost my favorite — warm and tasty. Maybe just at little less sugar would be good
tito’s hammock — Sorta like the goliath, but without seltzer. Good, light, not too sweet
wyatt earp — awesome. I only switched it up because it’s a little better for the non-​summer months. It’s not too sweet (it is sweet though, don’t get me wrong), warm, and eminently drinkable
Food
Sweet potato empanadas — excellent. Creamy, cheesy, full of flavor excellent crust — both soft and a little crusty, just damn tasty
Margarita Pizza — a bit bland, eh. 2 or ³⁄₅ Crackery crust, that part’s good, but I don’t know. It just lacked something.

Ambiance: laid back, sophisticated and DARK (which I actually kind of liked) gives this place a sexy vibe. They have a pretty patio out front if you prefer dining al fresco. My friend and I stopped by on Saturday post Square Roots fest. I ordered the pisco sour to start which was AWESOME with a foamy semi sweet topper and just enough sour limey tang to whet my whistle. (or something like that.) Later we were awarded for our cool factor with free whiskey shots which is one of many reasons I am awarding this place a fourth star. Adam, the bartender, kept us entertained all night with his funky side swept baseball cap and short shorts haha. Food wise we had the tiny burgers which are a MUST here and are actually substantially meaty despite their «tiny» title. Tiny fries were amazing and come with both ketchup and truffle mayo. I subbed the side salad for the fries with the burger and it was a surprisingly large and very fresh, with a light red wine vinaigrette dressing. In short, I can’t wait to come back here again for more fun cocktails and conversation.

This is our top spot. The ambiance is good, cozy lighting, and it is truly a tiny lounge. The size doesn’t detract from the experience, and you are left with an intimate setting where you can have a quiet meal or cocktail with your closest people.
To drink, I usually get a Tiny Manhattan or a Dark and Stormy, depending on my mood. The Bittersweet is an excellent grapefruit concoction.
The stand out, if you are as into cheese-​centric fried foods as I am, are the Fried Wisconsin Cheese Curds. The outside is lightly crispy without sacrificing the gooey, stretchy cheese inside. And it is served with an incredible chipotle mayo dipping sauce.
The 3 Cheese Truffle Fries are also top notch, and come with tamarind ketchup. Both plates will leave you feeling exceptionally full to the point of exhaustion. These are plates to share. And don’t order these dishes if you are planning a night of dancing after!
Overall, a great place for a date or a gathering of close friends. Come for the cocktails, stay for the food, enjoy it as a destination.

I usually don’t like hipsters but these booze pouring Devils are alright. Great ambiance, great service excellent drinks and very delicious food. I’ve always left happy from this secret neighborhood lounge. Great place for a date.

Love this place. The ambience is great for an intimate evening (if you are inside). They have a nice outdoor patio, their cocktails are delicious, and their food is definitely not your typical gastropub cuisine. Their mini burgers are outstanding, I love their fish tacos, definitely try their cheese curds, and their specialty cocktails are so good you can’t help but have more and more. I wasn’t a big fan of their flatbreads, and they don’t take reservations unless you have a really big group.
Definitely a wonderful place to go for a nice evening, away from River North. Parking is difficult so I would opt for a different mode of transportation. Drink prices are a little bit pricier, but once in a while, you deserve a nice treat!

Came for dinner and drinks, and were put off by several things:
My partner’s risotto was ruined by the (sweet) red wine reduction it was bathing in.
My mussels were incredibly fresh and good, but the sauce was way too heavy for mussels.
The 3 cheese truffle fries left us feeling really weighed down: so much cheese and oil on that plate.
The cocktails were good but too small.
We see no need to go back.

The service was good and the drink was fine but the fries were not the greatest, the salad was very regular, … It is a nice lounge though.

Last night was my second time trying out this bar/​lounge/​restaurant and I can’t help but to love it.
We arrived at 6:00 p.m. and there were several booths and bar seats available. We were there to eat so we were happy to find the establishment quiet and ready to serve food. By 8:00 when we were ready to leave the bar was full and people were looking to get to our table so if you are looking for a clean location to get great food and be seen by an upscale crowd this is a smart spot to visit.
I have to say I was bummed that they were out of mussels, but I learned it was due to bad weather and delivery issues. From my first memory of eating here, the mussels are absolutely delicious, so I suggest you try them if you have them.
We instead ordered the tiny burgers and fries and left feeling fat and content (even without the mussels). My fiancé had the Goliath, a drink with gin and cucumbers, he loved it enough to have two. I really wanted hot tea mainly because I love tea and secondly because it’s freezing cold in Chicago right now — I’m constantly cold. I don’t fault them for not serving tea, this is a legit bar so why would anyone want tea?
I would also suggest the banana pudding dessert. It’s delicious, trust me.

How has it taken me this long to come in??? Actually, I know the answer… it’s because I have to walk past Fountainhead and I usually just stop there :)
Anyways, this is a neighborhood gem for sure. Seats were intimate. The whole space felt very small, hence the name, and intimate. I enjoyed a great girls’ night in this little semi-​private alcove in the back. Service was slightly slow at times, but it was a full bar. The drinks were fun and the menu looked great.
Truffle fries were fantastic! Old Fashion was alright. It’s not on the menu, and I probably shouldn’t have tried to go outside the menu. The other drinks I had were bourbon something or other — sweet, but easy drinking.
Delightful evening! Will most definitely be back!

What a cool little place. Not nearly as small as i was expecting though which was a shoebox with dranks. Anywho its a great place for this neighborhood North Center/​Lincoln Square.
I was in and out in 30 mins or so stopping for one drink. The place is very modern and intimate. Since this place is not far from where i work I do plan on making more future visits.

Come early, like before 7, because this place is TINY! Just like the name states. However, the vibe is cool, the drinks are amazing, and the food is simply delicious. I ordered the whiskey sours and the bartender made it with such care and flair. Try the cheese fries. It’s like they fried it and then baked it. The server got us to order the large, but the large is quite big. It would fed 4 people, so next time order the small and just get more empanadas.

First impression of Tiny Lounge = fabulous. I found free street parking right outside of their door. I walked through that door and saw a sleek interior and was soon welcomed by a smiling face and friendly personality.
I sat at the bar with Ollie who seemed happy to hook me up. He knew all about the drinks and food. I appreciated his explanations of the components and flavor profiles. This is what I got:
La Muerte: my favorite! This might be my favorite drink for the quarter and definitely a contender for the best of the year. It might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but I really enjoyed the combination of sweet, smokey citrus.
2 Bitter 1 Brown: a bitter twist on the traditional Manhattan. The Cynar is a bitter liquor of which artichoke is the dominant flavor. As a result, the 2 Bitter 1 Brown has a vegetable undertone followed by a garlic aftertaste. Besides that, you can tell that it’s a Manhattan; however, if you approach it expecting a traditional Manhattan then you’ll be rudely surprised by the unusual additional flavors.
Beet & Farrow Salad: The farrow is the most plentiful ingredient in this dish. I would have liked more beets and kale. The dressing on it was scrumptious and like crack. It was a generous portion (definitely a meal and not a small plate) and I ate it all. My only confusion about the dish was that part of the salad was stuffed into a pita. I ate the salad that was on the plate first and then picked up the pita and ate it like a sandwich. The pita addition tasted good but was unnecessary — especially since it was kind of messy.
The price of my two drinks and salad was $ 37 (after tax). I thought that was perfectly acceptable for creative and scrumptious drinks. I also think it’s important to note that the menu needs to be updated. They no longer have all of the ingredients to make some of their items. For example, don’t get all excited about trying the Desert Rose because you’ll be let down when you try to order it.

Tiny Lounge is a really great little bar/​restaurant in Ravenswood, and it is definitely worth going out of your way for. They have an extensive list of craft cocktails, wine, and beer. I had the Glass Slipper cocktail, and it was great: Strong, tart, and slightly sweet. My only complaint is that the cocktails cost too much to be worth the little glasses they come in.
Their food menu is small, but diverse. I had the tiny burgers with fries, and my friend had the roasted sweet potato empanadas. All of the food tasted great, and I felt it was all worth the price.
The staff here are very kind and attentive. We didn’t have to wait to be seated, and our waitress frequently asked us how everything was and if we would like to order anything else.
I recommend a trip out to Tiny Lounge! I intend to return again soon.

The cocktails are AMAZING. I am usually just a beer drinker, but this has become one of my favorite bars in the neighborhood. The staff is always friendly. They are always willing to make great recommendations. It’s a perfect date spot.
Food: Get the cheese curds, you will not be disappointed.
Cocktail: Whiskey Sour. Seriously the best I have had.