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Broken Shaker at Freehand Chicago
Cocktail Bar$$$$
Near North Side, Chicago
The experts at Eater and Redeye Chicago recommend this place
"Cozy decor, tasty craft cocktails."(3 Tips)
"Awesome chill bartenders and really interesting drinks"(2 Tips)
"So hipsters"(6 Tips)
"names like “B#!ch Don’t Kill My Vibe"(2 Tips)
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Cole KennedyApril 4, 2016The bartenders here are the coolest, friendliest people. Even if you're not staying at the Freehand, come here and drink. My picks: the Tyler Fry, and whatever the punch special happens to be.
Redeye ChicagoJune 15, 2015Instead of a menu loaded with whiskey, they're taking darker spirits in a new direction, with drinks like the Devonshire Fizz, featuring blood orange tea, sweet vermouth, and tequila. Read more
- Redeye ChicagoJune 15, 2015River North might be more mainstream than hipster, but this place feels effortlessly cool and utterly bohemian. Enhanced by the tropical cocktails, it’s a comfy spot where anyone can feel at home. Read more
Madeline GullettFebruary 1, 2016I loved it here! So cozy. Perfect for a cold day. My margarita was spicy but yummy. I would definitely tell people to get the Pussy Willow!
ブルーノNovember 5, 2016Great cocktails and a funny atmosphere in this bar @ the Acme hotel. Also, get the tacos at the bar cause they're so good!
Monti BrayJuly 21, 2015Such a cozy spot for winter warming. Try any of their swanky cocktails... Bitch don't kill my vibe is the real deal.
StefanieJanuary 2, 2016Such a unique spot -- food and drinks are great. We loved the steak skewers and the burrata.
Dana DanielleSeptember 11, 2016Boho hipster vibe with hand crafted cocktails! Dim lighting gives a very intimate vibe! Nachos are good if you want a snack. Located inside a hostel/hotel.
Gsus S.S.January 20, 2018Cool hispter-style bar. Friendly people, nice music and excellent cocktails/food(shawarmac & cheese). Really enjoyable experience! 👍🏻- Dan SohaydaOctober 12, 2018Cool ambiance. So what if it’s hipster?? So hipsters like tasty drinks that are reasonably priced, comfy seats, and fun tchotchkes on the walls? Sign me up
Kimmie OhhFebruary 25, 2020Very dim in here. The bartenders are friendly. They have DJs here Saturday nights.
Serhii LutskoMarch 25, 2017Gorgeous place to have a drink even though places are not enough and it is located in the hotel
Kevin M. McNally, CMPAugust 20, 2018Great location. Fun atmosphere and very trendy. Fun staff, great service and delicious cocktails with food offerings.
Cole ToneJuly 27, 2016Excellent cocktail spot, perfect for the night cap. Margarita and some other drink recommended as a follow up from the bartender was really fun.
Veg WiseJune 4, 2017Super cool /intriguing menu - I want everything served in a lavender-scented glass!
Tana BabcockMay 19, 2016The Naanchos are sooo gooood! I had a sour beer but tried a few cocktails - great stuff!
Julianne OlivieriOctober 6, 2018Great cocktails and fun for happy hour time- very dark lighting and relaxing place to talk with friends.- Damon SununtnasukJanuary 28, 2017Super hipster ski lodge feel. DJ on the weekends and unique, affordable ($13) cocktails
- Nate FolkertApril 21, 2019champagne papi - el dorado rum, cognac, lime leaf, champagne kola, and lime
Nate SAugust 10, 2022Good for a group of 6-8 people. “Conversation pit” type of seating allows everyone to talk to each other. Drinks are just ok — fine if in the area for a nightcap, but don’t go out of your way.
unintentionally pretentious. self proclaimed "industry spot". a perfect icon of the contemporary conformist. good though.
Kirstjen LorenzApril 22, 2016Really fun waiter. Great atmosphere. Cozy. Very good drinks & great appetizers.- Lukas CarvajalApril 10, 2017Very cool place for young people to hang out. I always enjoy their drinks of the day 🍹🍸
Curtis HillerJuly 16, 2015Interesting decor, interesting drinks. Comfortable, but the service was garbage and it was, ultimately, pretentious af.
Zack SheppardJuly 10, 2019Nah, not worth it. Spend an extra dollar and get actually good drinks at Three Dots a half mile away.
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Cocktail bar in the heart of River North, serving up globally-inspired bar food and inventive cocktails.
Closed until 4:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 4:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 6:00 PM–2:00 AM
(312) 940-3699
View menu on https://www.brokenshaker.com/chicago-menus
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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