16th Street Bar & Coffee Lounge

By far my favorite bar in South Loop, with a very intimate location with the most knowledgeable and creative staff I’ve ever seen. I had the Bloody Mary and a Diet Coke and price was extremely reasonable! The cocktails aren’t your typical bar drinks, as each one is crafted with an extra flair to make the drinks unique and personal. The location also offers coffee, making it the perfect post up spot for working remote or catching up with a friend. On Friday nights and Saturday nights, the energy in the bar feels like you’re in NYC. It’s standing room only and definitely offers an exciting atmosphere to have a wonderful exciting night. The bar just started offering themed nights during the week, which has really brought a different flavor to the bar during the week nights. Please stop in and have a drink and some popcorn and get to know the bartenders and locals!

My husband and I went during Thursday evening happy hour. The atmosphere and music were very chill, and so were the staff (we met Sherri and Lisa). The venue has a very sleek look. Cocktails were fantastic - tasty and well poured; they have a menu but they’ll also make cocktails off the menu. We are looking forward to seeing it open up to their earlier coffee bar service and coming back for drinks in the evening as well.

My friends and I were visiting Chicago to watch the marathon and stumbled upon this gem. Peg and Maya make INCREDIBLE espresso martinis and were so lovely to chat with. We liked them so much that we came back for more after the race! Good drinks + good vibes.

The first time I came was one morning/afternoon for some boozy coffe (pumpkin spice oat milk latte with Jameson 😋) the next time I came was one night with a friend and we declared this our new neighborhood bar. Loved the people and the bartenders make amazing drinks (ask for the Trinidad on 16th! (Temporary name lol). Everyone is friendly, love the vibe 🎶🍻

Staff is Great! Personable and funny. Will put a great playlist on to enjoy tunes. Quaint enough for a quiet intimate date or a small group of your favorite homies. Awesome mixology if you like classic drinks you can call out by name. Great coffees as well for the non cocktail person. Shout out to the Mix Master Roger.

Stopped in here for a quick mid day pick me up. Coffee and tea were both delicious. It was a comfortable atmosphere with helpful staff. The bathroom was a vibe on its own and so clean! We had a great time.

What a lovely cozy bar! So clean and peaceful.
Super delicious cocktails and very nice and kind staff. Thank you for being so welcoming and kind.

Great vibe! intimate space but big enough, with great drinks! The frozen street car is on point! The bartender had great energy and made a incredible tequila drink for my date. I really like the new layout. Keep up the great work Sherri, Josh and Lisa! You all have a great bar!

I LOVE 16TH $T BEST BAR IN TOWN HANDS DOWN AND I BEEN AROUND lol love 🥝 that's they best bar tender but the whole gang + ultra instinct vibes legendary continue to be great!

This is such a chicago hidden gem! The coffee is divine and the drinks are delicious. Beautiful community and a great place to relax. Maya is the best!