Three Dots and a Dash

4.8

1895 Reviews

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

Mar 3, 2025

March 2025

7:00 PM

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Booked 62 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot
Good for special occasions

With a secret alleyway entrance, Three Dots and a Dash is a speakeasy-style take on the traditional island bar—ready to transport you to the glamorous bygone eras of Trader Vic, Stephen Crane and Don the Beachcomber. Descend underground to discover a subterranean hideaway featuring a rum-soaked menu of more than two dozen classic, modern and original tropical cocktails and a selection of island fare. We are a 21+ venue.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 2:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(312) 610-4220
Website
http://threedotschicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Kevin Beary
Catering
Head to our tropical hideaway for your next special event. Our team will work with you create a custom event for an intimate party of 8 or a large celebration throughout the entire bar. We even do virtual cocktail classes if you can’t make it to us! To book your event, email threedotsparties@leye.com

Location
435 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
Clark Street & Hubbard
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Grand Train Station (Red Line)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Three Dots and a Dash (Deposit Required)
$10.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Three Dots and a Dash, Chicago’s premier tropical bar and craft cocktail destination hidden below the bustling streets of River North. The secret hideaway – named one of The World’s 50 Best Bars by Drinks International – is led by cocktail expert Kevin Beary. Our team has researched tirelessly to source and create the best possible cocktails using the freshest exotic fruits and spices, the finest rums and distilled spirits, and juices and elixirs that are cold-pressed and concocted in house every day. Surrender all your cares and let Three Dots and a Dash whisk you away onto a rum-soaked tropical excursion. We are a 21+ venue.
The Bamboo Room (Deposit Required)
$15.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
The Bamboo Room is tucked away inside of Three Dots and a Dash. Named one of Esquire's "Best Bars in America," The Bamboo Room offers a tailored experience through the world of rum in an intimate environment. Enjoy high end renditions of tropical cocktails featuring rare spirits carefully crafted by attentive expert bartenders. A $15.00 Deposit is required to make this reservation. Deposit is nonrefundable & will be applied towards final bill. We are a 21+ venue.
Night on Earth X Bamboo Room
$75.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 21, 2025 - Mar 22, 2025
Join us for an exclusive two-night pop-up as The Bamboo Room welcomes Wes Meyn of Night on Earth from Los Angeles, California. Experience a four-course tasting menu of cocktails crafted just for the occasion. Seatings are available from 4pm-10pm for $75 per person. Reservation time limited to 1.5 hours.

Popular dishes

SWEATER WEATHER$17.00
Aged Panamanian Rum, Brazilian Cachaça, Honeycrisp Apple, Pineapple, Lemon, Cinnamon
COFFEE GROG$16.00
Aged Jamaican Rum, 151° Demerara Rum, Creole Shrub, Hexe Espresso, Coconut, Cinnamon
NO BUSINESS LIKE SNOW BUSINESS$18.00
Reposado Tequila, Blood Orange Amaro, Lemon, Mulled Honeycrisp Apple Cider
HOT BUTTERED RUM$13.00
Aged Saint Lucia Rum, Caribbean Overproof Rum Blend, Nordic Butter, Baking Spices, Coconut Spiced Cream
PEARL DIVER$16.00
Aged Guyanan Rum, Aged Panamanian Rum, Tangerine, Lime, Gardenia Butter Mix, Falernum
COCONUT MIDNIGHT STINGER$17.00
Coconut Fat Washed Eagle Rare Single Barrel Bourbon, Fernet Branca, Toasted Coconut, Lemon
TRADEWINDS$18.00
Cognac, Aged Panamanian Rum, Aged Jamaican Rum Apricot, Pineapple, Lemon, Tangerine, Coconut
TRADER VIC MAI TAI$20.00
Aged Jamaican Rum, 55° Martinique Rhum Agricole Blanc, Dry Curacao, Lime, Almond Orgeat, Overproof Float
THREE DOTS AND A DASH$18.00
Aged Martinique Rhum Agricole, Aged Guyana Rum, Lime, Orange, Falernum, Allspice
RUM BARREL$20.00
Aged Guyana Rum, Jamaican Pot Still Rum, Aged Saint Lucia Rum, Grapefruit, Pineapple, Tangerine, Lime, Maple, Vanilla, Black Cardamom, Clove, Allspice, Mole Bitters, Absinthe
THREE DOTS SINGLE BARREL OLD FASHIONED$20.00
17yr Fijian Rum Finished in Umeshu Casks, Evaporated Cane Sugar
CONCRETE BEACH$18.00
Espadin Mezcal, Brazilian Cachaça, Horchata Orgeat, Guava, Pineapple, Lime
TROPICAL ITCH$20.00
Bonded Bourbon, Overproof Jamaican Rum, 151° Demerara Rum, Passionfruit, Tangerine, Lemon, Falernum
HONEYCRISP NOMBIE$14.00
Honeycrisp Apple, Non-Alcoholic Amaro, Verjus Blanc, Cinnamon
PAINKILLER$17.00
Caribbean Rum Blend, Tangerine, Pineapple, Coconut
SUNDAY SCARIES$18.00
Coconut Water, Pandan, Sobacha Tea
BEACH RESORT$15.00
Aged Panama and Barbados Rum, Dry Curacao, Pineapple, Tangerine, Lime, Almond Orgeat, Dark Rum Float
MISSIONARY'S DOWNFALL$50.00
Aged Antigua Rum, White Peach, Lime, Mint

What 1,895 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Chicago / Illinois
Cocktail Bar

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Three Dots and a Dash offers an "amazing experience" with a "fun atmosphere" and "fantastic drinks." Visitors praise the "knowledgeable bartenders" and the "unique, creative cocktails." The Bamboo Room provides an "intimate, rum-focused" experience. Despite occasional service hiccups, the ambiance and inventive drinks make it a "must-visit" in Chicago.

1,895 Reviews

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Shiniero
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was very nice, not many choices of food but the drinks 10/10…
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Lorna
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My only complaint is that it was cold inside, Otherwise a great experience from beginning to end.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A fantastic experience. Will return again. Would recommend Three Dots and a Dash to anyone who asks.
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kira
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Loved the vibe and the drinks were great. We were there at 4pm on a Saturday, with a reservation, and we waited 10 mins for the server to come to take our order. That was annoying but otherwise we had a great time.
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Marissa
Orlando
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bamboo Room was amazing! Staff were knowledgeable and friendly and drinks were delicious. We had a curfuffle with our reservation but they went out of the way to make it right and we’re so glad they did because it was one of the best experiences we’ve had. Definitely recommend!
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Rosa
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The drinks were great! The food was good as well! There was good selections but maybe they should add more to the menu. Maybe since it’s just mainly a drinking bar I see why they have mainly appetizers. The service was good as well, the bartender and the main guy who came up with the drinks. He was really nice too. We had a great time!
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Scott
VIP
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Bamboo Room was such a fun experience, we loved it and the 2 bartenders were amazing, really friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable
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Courtney
Grand Rapids
8 reviews
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Waitress never returned after taking our order. All of the food was spicy.
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Gina
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautifully decorated high energy vibe awesome fun drinks. My drink was lit on fire and it tasted so yummy. Food was excellent prepared. Highly recommend.
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Amdalat
New York City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
I had a disappointing experience at Three Dots and Dash recently that I feel needs to be shared. I made a reservation for a surprise birthday dinner and arrived at 8:45 PM with my guest. Unfortunately, the reception staff was not welcoming at all. While I can’t recall their name, I felt that the receptionist was very off-putting, as they immediately mentioned how long we could stay, despite the restaurant not closing until midnight. It was such a strange way to start the evening, especially considering we arrived with plenty of time left before closing. Thankfully, our waiter, Mia, was incredibly pleasant and made up for the negative interaction at the front. I appreciate her friendly service, but the experience with the receptionist left a bad taste. I would have expected a more gracious and professional approach given the special occasion.
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Three Dots and a Dash is rated 4.8 stars by 1895 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 62 times today

Experiences are available.

435 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

Cross street
Clark Street & Hubbard
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 2:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Grand Train Station (Red Line)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Kevin Beary
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://threedotschicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 610-4220
Catering
Head to our tropical hideaway for your next special event. Our team will work with you create a custom event for an intimate party of 8 or a large celebration throughout the entire bar. We even do virtual cocktail classes if you can’t make it to us! To book your event, email threedotsparties@leye.com

Three Dots and a Dash

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences