The bar itself is unique — a dive that has a cool feel to it. Less than impressed with the service — manager went around hunting for drinks to pour out at the end of a wristband deal if anyone had more than their drink on the table. Never had seen that before. Definitely not a place to watch any sort of sporting event or anything of the sort — very minimal TV selection. Did not meet my optimistic expectations.
Lakisha K.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Chicago, IL
Chicago now is home to way too many imitation Irish and other forms of pubs springing up everywhere, totally devoid of character or history. Trendy vibe here at Delilah’s, which might be one of the last actual pubs in the city. Actually, this is where Kurt & Courtney met, upstairs by the pool tables, sometime in the late 1980s(she was dating Billy Corgan at the time, but went home with Kurt).
David F.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Phoenix, AZ
So I came into town for a bachelor party, and before I even left town the bachelor was raving about how we need to go to Delilah’s. I actually thought by the name that is was a strip club. Delilah’s is what I would consider a dive and has that old bar smell to it. If I wasn’t recommended this place I would have passed by it. The night we went they essentially had a tribute to David Bowie, i.e. all Bowie music, which was pretty cool. The big reason why I loved this place was their selection of whiskey. Holy moly! I must have bought a shot of every recommended whiskey that Drew the bartender suggested and it was perhaps the best I’d ever had consecutively. That was a huge surprise, since most places I have gone with equal or sub selection require a dress code. Décor and experience was average but I will say that what they have to offer in their library of whiskey is currently my favorite of any place I’ve ever been to.
Joann Z.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Palatine, IL
Local punk bar. Two floors. Decent prices. No food. Turning out to be a bit more hipstery. Used to be more punk.
Stephanie H.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Chicago, IL
Delilah’s is a great place. Definitely a dive, but something for everyone. Especially if you like whiskey, which is funny because I don’t. But if you know someone who does, then this is a place worth checking out. Is it a full scale bar regardless, so there’s something for everyone. There’s also an upstairs area with a pool table, but no whiskey options up there you can only get that downstairs. But there’s some cool drawings on the wall upstairs like the acid-tripped my little pony. Service is very helpful as I find everyone who works there can help with recommendations for any libation. Plus they also have various themed nights whether it’s music, DJs, certain drinks, etc. The bathrooms are not pretty. Yes it can also smell funny there too sometimes. I prefer to go during the week when the crowd and smells are more low key.
Ceyda E.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Chicago, IL
It was a cute dive bar, though I have to say the TVs all over the place don’t go with the alternative dive bar vibe. Overall, recommended.
Sammip P.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Philadelphia, PA
Super divey, inexpensive, great atmosphere, everything you’d want in a bar. The music here was superb and the staff was friendly and attentive. The bourbon menu was pretty overwhelming but I ended up trying the Filibuster Delilah Triple Cask. Slightly sweet with a wood smoke taste, it was pretty great.
Nicole M. B.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
This was actually the first bar I ever visited when I moved to Chicago a year and a half ago, and it is definitely my favorite. It’s got pin ball, pool tables, an amazing selection of whisky and the music is always fantastic. While I like whisky, I’m not by any means an aficionado and the bartender was very helpful. I also met some super nice regulars here and will definitely be going back. It’s not in my neighborhood, but it’s totally worth the trek!
Kristina P.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
Easily my favorite bar in all of Chicago. Here are my short and sweet reasons why: *The music is always stellar. Sometimes a specific night will have a unique musical theme(Elvis music, rockabilly, Motown, etc) but no matter what night you visit, the tunes will be expertly curated. *There is always an interesting movie/show/etc playing on the TV. Always. I have seen everything from«Friday the 13th» to «Fast Times at Ridgemont High» to obscure Vampire-Elvis films. *The staff is friendly and personable and always willing to give TOPNOTCH drink recommendations. *The drink options are plentiful and unique. I especially recommend the punch– it changes seasonally but is always a delicious and refreshing drink choice. In short, if you are looking for a bar with genuine people, stellar atmosphere, and fantastic drinks, look no further than Delilah’s.
Ari R.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Avondale, Chicago, IL
Steely dan playing and a whiskey selection 14 pages(filled from front to back) long not including the seasonal whiskeys on the front of the binder. Not a bad way to spend a couple hrs on friday waiting for a play to start. I dont like rock and roll but the whiskey, beer and great service will bring me back.
Joe B.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Springfield, IL
Alternative bars in Lincoln Park are hard to come by. Even Local Option hosts the local attorneys after work. But Delilah’s succeeds in giving you a break from the cookie-cutter and gives you something straight from the heyday of Logan Square. That goes not just for the décor, but the patrons too.(Most) people come here expecting something a little darker and rougher than they would generally get in LP. And I mean that in a nice way. Drinks are reasonably priced, I mean, you’re not actually IN Logan Square, and the beer list is long and unique. The upstairs is opened later in the evening. Get hear rather early to get a spot at the bar, and enjoy!
Cathy And Lester F.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Albuquerque, NM
5 for selection, 3 for atmosphere, averaging out to a 4. You can get larger pours for less $$ at other places in town, however their selection is unbeatable. The staff was knowledgable and friendly. We arrived during an alien terror movie… Not what we want while having a fancy drink, but it was clearly advertised on the website so we can’t complain too much. It would just be nice to find the selection with an atmosphere that matches.
Maria A.
Évaluation du lieu : 2 Washington, DC
Shady. We were coming from work and were rather dressed up compared to the clientele. It is a dive bar but part of a dive bar’s appeal is that it appeals to all kinds of people. Unfortunately, it gave off the aura of trying too hard to be a scene. The staff was overly friendly but consistently under poured our drinks — tiny pours. It was almost like saying f-you corporate bastards, I am going to under pour and charge you $ 50 for this round. Job well done — we are not coming back.
Emily ..
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
Easily one o my favorite bars in all of Chicago, IL. I had my 21st here, and have been coming back ever since. The over all feel is very rockabilly, and punk. The atmosphere is fantastic, and the bartenders are great(lots of knowledge of whiskey, and beers). They always have rad horror films on the tvs, and good deals. Definitely try their Wyder’s dry raspberry hard cider, or their«Delilah’s whiskey»!
Kathy K.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Schaumburg, IL
Great place to spent Saturday night with friends! Great whiskey and beer manus. I m not a big whiskey fan so I went by waitress recommendation. Good but super loud music. There’s is nice second floor area where you can find booths to sit when the group is larger. Upper and lower bar is great when you don’t feel like walking up and down the stairs just to grab beer. Highly recommend.
Elizabeth F.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Arlington Heights, IL
Great whiskey selection and a stocked beer fridge. Not a whole lot of seating and the standing room is also pretty sparse. We came on a Friday, but I get the vibe that even on other nights it’s crowded since the space is small. Also, maybe it was just me, but other patrons were a little judge-y.
Adrianna P.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Sacramento, CA
$ 20 for drinks + 50 cents for peanuts = one hell Of a start to the night… an awesome night Great environment Great bartenders Cheap drinks Yes yes yes
Beth A.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
It’s been five years since I first set foot in Delilahs. We’re in an open relationship where at times I have my regular seat at the bar and at times I avoid their crowds & well deserved popularity. But I always come wandering back and I’m always received with smiles and open bottles. Thoroughly enjoyed whisky week with dragons milk on tap and a tail end of tastings today. Props for consistently one upping yourself, its a quality that makes me want to be exclusive, maybe… :)
Jesus G.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
Absolutely love this place! Its very divey/dark however their whiskey selection is not comparable to any other bar in the Chicagoland area! I like that you can actually try some of their whiskies before you actually order them. The music can get annoying after a while since its so loud and the speakers sound like they are busted but once you have a drink in hand that will be the last thing of your worries! Bartenders are friendly and can make good suggestions on a whisky to try based on the current whisky you know/like. I will keep coming back to try different whiskies and encourage you to give it a try if you are really into whisky/scotch/bourbon!
Traci K.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Malden, MA
I was a bit skeptical when my brother-in-law and his fiancé said they wanted to check out Delilah’s. «It’s a punk rock whisky bar,» they’d said. I was expecting some terrible faux-divey hipster bar with jerky bartenders. So imagine my surprise when we walked into Delilah’s and found an actual divey, teensy-bit hipster bar with a lovely bar staff! The whisky list was impressive with 700+ selections(I asked)…the menu essentially looks like a karaōke song choice book. Loved: — the selection! while overwhelming, it was fun to go through and pick out new ones to try. — everything we tried was served neat in what looked to be a tiny juice glass. — the service! the bar staff was super friendly and sweet. they chatted us up about our selections and weren’t at all judgmental or jerky. — the specials! while i didn’t partake, the list of daily specials were particularly affordable. Atmosphere wise, the place wasn’t too packed on a Friday night after 5PM and they were playing the original TMNT movie on the TVs. It was the perfect place to start the evening!