Bordel

4.5

33 Reviews

$30 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Lively
Good for groups

Chicago’s favorite cabaret & cocktail bar. This year marks the 10th anniversary of Bordel, the Wicker Park cocktail bar and cabaret that has redefined Chicago nightlife through its unique fusion of performance art, live music, and craft cocktails. Since its inception, Bordel has created a space where provocative entertainment, live jazz and creative cocktails converge, becoming a landmark in the city’s cultural landscape.

From the start, Bordel made a point to not only welcome global and avant-garde acts, but to first support and showcase the very best talent in Chicago. Bordel’s stage has featured many of the city's top studio musicians and producers, up-and-coming artists and spectacular limited-run shows. Bordel’s long standing cabaret shows were originally hosted by world-renowned burlesque performer Miss Tosh, Vaudeville by Sally Marvel and AJ Sacco, and are now curated by the inimitable Shimmy LaRoux.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar, Speakeasy
Hours of operation
Wed 7:00 pm–2:00 am Thu, Fri 6:00 pm–2:00 am Sat 6:00 pm–3:00 am
Phone number
(773) 697-8003
Website
https://www.bordelchicago.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Brian Sturgulewski
Private party facilities
Take us over! From intimate happy hours and jubilant milestones to company buyouts and special occasions, our passionate and skilled events team is ready to help you plan a perfect event. Click on the link provided to tell us more about your celebration.
Private party contact
Kelsey Del Monico Lucas: (312) 487-1236

Location
1721 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622-3213
Neighborhood
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Cross street
Division & Hermitage
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wine

Experiences

Stage View
$10.00 per person
Multiple dates available
If you are interested in seeing the show up close and personal please be sure to book a "Stage View" reservation. STAGE VIEW TABLES- A $10 PP cover charge will be added for all guests seated in our Stage View table area. This cover goes towards entertainment. By booking and or being seated in the stage view table area, you acknowledge that you understand and accept this charge. Please note that shows generally end by 11:00 PM. When booking a Stage Seating table after this time you will not be charged the Stage Seating fee. THURSDAYS: POP-UP BURLESQUE at 8-8:30PM and 10-10:30PM FRIDAYS: POP-UP BURLESQUE at 8-8:30PM and 10-10:30PM SATURDAYS: POP-UP BURLESQUE at 8-8:30PM and 10-10:30PM EVERY NIGHT DJs TIL LAST CALL

What 33 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bordel promises a lively night out with exceptional service and a vibrant atmosphere. Patrons rave about the "outstanding food" and "amazing drinks," while the cabaret and burlesque shows are often described as "the best in town." Though some guests experienced seating issues, the overall buzz is of a fun and memorable experience.

33 Reviews

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Grace
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is incredible, show was fun and entertaining!
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Lou
Chicago
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place. It’s my vibe, people are alike. I love it
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SusanM
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a fun time and the show was amazing! Very cool vibe! Highly recommend.
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shayna
Nashville
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
First drink was just ok, and overall the cocktail value was really disappointing. Order the same drink twice and tasted vastly different — no sure what the quality control is at the bar..and they USED MY SAME GLASS TO REFILL IT … You could get the same quality drinks at any sports bar for much less money (and probs better taste).
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Claudia
Austin
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing place. I was just looking for an speakeasy place, unbeknown to me this one had shows. It was amazing, a lot of laughts, very respectful and service was great. Very good recommended.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really fun and sultry atmosphere! Some phenomenal drinks- the lemon drop was unique and one of the best I’ve ever had!
BordelResponded on November 2, 2024
Hi! Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Lemon Drop and found our atmosphere to be sultry vibe we strive for. Looking forward to serving you again at Bordel!
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ERIN
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent. We had a fantastic time. You have an exceptional staff. We will definitely be back.
BordelResponded on November 2, 2024
Hi Erin! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time with us and enjoyed our food. It's always a pleasure to have our team's efforts recognized. We look forward to welcoming you back to Bordel. Thanks again!
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Robert
Chicago
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great cocktails, great food (Mama Delia), fun and hot performance. Bordel has been a perfect night out every time I’ve been there.
BordelResponded on November 2, 2024
Hi Robert! Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great night out at Bordel. We strive to create memorable experiences for our guests, and it's heartening to hear that we've succeeded. We look forward to serving you again soon!
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Kristy
Chicago
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another amazing experience! Levi was exceptional! Highly recommend going here! Live music, amazing drinks, great staff!
BordelResponded on November 2, 2024
Hi Kristy! Thank you so much for your glowing review! We are thrilled you enjoy Levin as much as we do! Your high recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place was amazing! Cool, sexy atmosphere! Drinks were fantastic! Short little burlesque show with very entertaining dancers! The host, Pinot Noir, was absolutely hilarious!
BordelResponded on November 2, 2024
Hello! Thank you so much for your wonderful review and high ratings! We're thrilled you enjoyed P. No as much as we do! We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
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FAQs

Bordel is rated 4.5 stars by 33 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

1721 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622-3213

Additional information

Cross street
Division & Hermitage
Neighborhood
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Hours of operation
Wed 7:00 pm–2:00 am Thu, Fri 6:00 pm–2:00 am Sat 6:00 pm–3:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar, Speakeasy
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Brian Sturgulewski
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wine

Website
https://www.bordelchicago.com/
Phone number
(773) 697-8003
Private party facilities
Take us over! From intimate happy hours and jubilant milestones to company buyouts and special occasions, our passionate and skilled events team is ready to help you plan a perfect event. Click on the link provided to tell us more about your celebration.
Private party contact
Kelsey Del Monico Lucas: (312) 487-1236

Bordel

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Private dining

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Experiences

Stage View

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What 33 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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