The Rookery

2109 W Chicago Ave, Chicago
(773) 772-0406

Recent Reviews

John W.

Good riddance. I went to this place and, in addition to the staff being extremely rude and drinking on the job behind the bar, the food took an extremely long time. Additionally, they clearly microwaved some of the food. Finally, while I know it's en vogue to rip on the president, they should realize that alienating customers, with their anti Trump stickers is counterproductive. I wouldn't go back to any place that disrespected, Bush, Obama or Trump. It is not courageous; it's not rebellious; it's not resisting; it's plain stupidity and, no matter what president, it alienated people and makes them feel unwelcome and, to be sure, I don't want to patronize an establishment that alienates anyone, no matter their color, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any number other things that create the unbelievable and diverse city that we all have the privilege to live in.

Ryan W.

This bar has a great outside area. I've hosted a small party and brunch for work friends. They all liked it and the brunch was good. We also visited a pop up bar upstairs based on fleetwood mac. They had done a really good job.

Alana D.

What a disappointment. I was here on a Friday and the place was hardly full. 3 tables inside and approx 5 outside. Both the tables inside had already been served. After my friend and I ordered it took the waitress about 8 mins to realize they no longer had ingredients to make the turkey BLT. How do u run out of that? Also, why didn't u already know? What's up with the BOH communication? I guess this is all on par w/ the fact that I witnessed the waitress and bartender (I think) take 2 shots over the course of the next hr and a half. We ordered the tempura grn beans. They were bad. Oily and the "aioli" was really just mayo under mixed w/ Sriracha sauce. It took forever to get our meal; I had the grilled cheese $ salad, my friend ordered the salmon & potatoes also w/ salad. Now, the salmon & potatoes were delish! The grilled cheese lacked flavor and had sat in the salamander for too long. Therefore the bread was too hard. The arugula salad was completely wilted. That arugula should've been thrown away at least 2 days ago. The place is super cute, but save ur & and go anywhere else.

Zayne M

I certainly like the food and customer service, excellent area next to where I live. The cashiers are always very nice. Would recommend to others.

Hannah R.

Came specifically for the Stevie Nicks pop-up bar and were told there was a private event. We had checked social media before attended and there were no updates about this. Please update your social media so people don't travel halfway across the city just to have to space reserved by private party!

James D.

UPDATE Rhiannon is back up and running and it's a great time!!!! The Fleetwood Mac pop up bar is just as good as it ever was. Great decor, great vibe and the music is always on point!!!! Come check them out and try one of their new cocktails Okay let me sum this place up.... AWESOME!!!! This bar is incredible, the staff is above and beyond, the prices are great, ambiance is on point and I truly can't say enough good stuff about it!!! My girlfriend and I came here on 10/25/18 to check out Rhiannon: The Fleetwood Mac Tribute Bar. To say we were impressed would be an absolute understatement. We were BLOWN away. The ambiance and vision of this bar is spot on. It captures the Fleetwood Mac/ Stevie Nicks vibe perfectly. This isn't some cheesy theme room, but really a new bar, pop up bar in every sense. The Staff.... INCREDIBLE. The bartenders/managers working on Thursday night were some of the best I have seen. Friendly, prompt, really put their heart and souls into that place and it shows. Male and female, I think Andy/Adam maybe was his name, GREAT job and you can really tell he loves the place, an true asset to the establishment. The bartender downstairs, male, shaved head welcomes you in a friendly way, almost like you're welcoming someone into your house. And the tarot card reader is one of the best and I HIGHLY suggest trying it. As soon as we got into the car, my girlfriend said it was one of the best bar experiences she's ever had. I told her it was a night I wanted to see keep going and not end! Go try this place, the pop up is open for a few more weeks, but the bar is a staple in area. Try it out and take it all in!! UPDATE We came in here on Saturday, 08/03/19. We wanted to hang out at Rhiannon. When we arrived, we were quickly told that the pop up bar was closed and they had posted something on their FB four hours prior. I felt that it was in extremely bad taste and bad business to close a popular pop up bar on short notice, on a Saturday night, when you know there are customers coming just for that. Then when a staff member told us, it's because they couldn't staff the bar, that was a complete and total let down. Not cool at all. Very let down.

Paul Pawluk

Completely terrible experience at the Rookery today. The service was abysmal, but we still left a very generous tip. When we left and were almost a block away, we were chased down and asked whether we forgot to pay. As incredulous as that would seem, we went back and proved to them that not only did we pay, we also left a generous tip. When we asked for a simple apology, we were told that they have nothing to apologize for. If that is true, I also have no reason to ever dine there again, and also would warn everyone else to reconsider their choice to go there since the neighborhood has so many far better choices to choose from.

Pock Suppets

Used to be a favorite destination of mine, but something has changed drastically of late from the service all the way to the management style. Way many better choices in the neighborhood and within walking distance from this place. The server got our order wrong, overcharged us, and then they were completely rude about the whole situation. I can't recommend that anyone go there, or if you still choose to, that you are fairly warned.

Brooks Fleming

Very tasty food and drinks, service has lagged the two times I have visited. Overall a cool space and nice patio.

Nicole Buskus

Been 4 times for brunch, and everything is so good from food to the massive patio to the 4$ mimosas that are small but heavy on the bubbles. Love their veggie burger and mushroom jalepeí±o eggs Benedict.

Brett Farmer

Excellent chicken sandwich. If you ask them for a buffalo version it will come covered in sauce.

Stevo K.

Amazing spot to grab dinner and a drink. We stopped in for a few cocktails and an appetizer. The service was A1... next level, incredible. We ended up staying the entire night. Ordered baked goat cheese, pretzel beer cheese, and honey sriracha chicken wings.

Sarah M.

Pretty decent food. Great fries, nice outdoor space, decent prices. Not a whole lot of vegetarian options but the black bean burger was pretty good.

Ingra Rena

Great drinks, pleasant service, intriguing decor

James D.

UPDATE Rhiannon is back up and running and it's a great time!!!! The Fleetwood Mac pop up bar is just as good as it ever was. Great decor, great vibe and the music is always on point!!!! Come check them out and try one of their new cocktails! If you are a Fleetwood Fan, this is a must visit. We have been waiting a long time for them to open back up! Okay let me sum this place up.... AWESOME!!!! This bar is incredible, the staff is above and beyond, the prices are great, ambiance is on point and I truly can't say enough good stuff about it!!! My girlfriend and I came here on 10/25/18 to check out Rhiannon: The Fleetwood Mac Tribute Bar. To say we were impressed would be an absolute understatement. We were BLOWN away. The ambiance and vision of this bar is spot on. It captures the Fleetwood Mac/ Stevie Nicks vibe perfectly. This isn't some cheesy theme room, but really a new bar, pop up bar in every sense. The Staff.... INCREDIBLE. The bartenders/managers working on Thursday night were some of the best I have seen. Friendly, prompt, really put their heart and souls into that place and it shows. Male and female, I think Andy/Adam maybe was his name, GREAT job and you can really tell he loves the place, an true asset to the establishment. The bartender downstairs, male, shaved head welcomes you in a friendly way, almost like you're welcoming someone into your house. And the tarot card reader is one of the best and I HIGHLY suggest trying it. As soon as we got into the car, my girlfriend said it was one of the best bar experiences she's ever had. I told her it was a night I wanted to see keep going and not end! Go try this place, the pop up is open for a few more weeks, but the bar is a staple in area. Try it out and take it all in!!

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