The Violet Hour
A pioneer in Chicago’s craft cocktail community, The Violet Hour serves seasonally-driven, pre-prohibition style libations to cocktail enthusiasts across Chicago. The James Beard Award-winning bar program is critically-acclaimed for its artisanal selection of approachable and highly-sought-after spirits. Light bites are prepared by Chef de Cuisine Jeremy Nelson in the same seasonal cadence.
The Violet Hour’s exterior facade features an ever-changing mural with a discrete single entryway...
Outstanding Bar Program WinnerJames Beard Foundation, 2015
Reservations
Now booking through Tuesday, December 31, 2019.
The Violet Hour Group Experience
Experience The Violet Hour like never before. Groups will enjoy two hours of priority seating in The Violet Hour’s intimate back salon and will be welcomed with a champagne cocktail upon arrival....
- Reservation for parties of 8-14
- $25 deposit per person
The Violet Hour Fireside Experience
As the weather drops, our cozy fireplace beckons. Come warm up at the hearth of our exclusive fireplace in our dramatic high-backed chairs for a special tasting of our House Classics. Enjoy a...
- Reservation for parties of 2
- $130 deposit per person
+ Join waitlistOld Fashioned Experience
Stop in for a short but thorough cocktail demo at The Violet Hour. Our bar team will guide you through the creation of The Violet Hour Old Fashioned and then you'll enjoy! Perfect to kick-off your...
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1-8
- $30 per person
Upcoming Events
'Fall Cocktails 101' Class at The Violet Hour
Fall is upon us! With the trees changing colors and the slight briskness in the air, come new flavors and aromas and the opportunity to enjoy a wonderfully crafted cocktail (or three).
Join us as...- Sunday, Nov 17, 2019
- 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- $125 per ticket
+ Join waitlistCocktails 101: Post-Thanksgiving Edition
Shopping til you drop isn't the only way to bond with the family post turkey-day.
Join us for a very special edition of our popular 'Cocktails 101' series of classes. In the spirit of the holiday,...- Friday, Nov 29, 2019
- 12:30 PM
- $130 per ticket
'Fall Cocktails 101' Class at The Violet Hour
Fall is upon us! With the trees changing colors and the slight briskness in the air, come new flavors and aromas and the opportunity to enjoy a wonderfully crafted cocktail (or three).
Join us as...- Sunday, Dec 8, 2019
- 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- $125 per ticket
+ Join waitlist
Hours and location
Private Events
If you are interested in learning more about our offerings, please fill out the request form and we will contact you to discuss details.