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March 2024 by Kelsey Sullivan
Great drinks and friendly bartenders!
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February 2024 by Leonard
Great cocktails. On the stronger side. Tried 3, the French Quarter (amazing aroma and strong taste reminds you of a classic cocktail with a subtle flair), Winter Rendezvous (smooth, hints of spice notes, sought alcohol bite, and smokey rounded finishes each sip, not as aromatic as the first), and the Kentucky Tiramisu (imagine a tiramisu in the firm of a drink which a small slice of tiramisu)I love the place, just wish it was cozier, moodier lighting, couches. Carpet, tapestry up to block the outside, more speakeasy vibe.
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February 2024 by Matt Cwiklinski
The food was decent, but not great. Simple set of drinks. Has vegetarian options. Very lovely atmosphere. The hall to the bathroom is a fun time capsule. It's not large so it would not be a great place to just randomly show up with a large group. Will go again.
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January 2024 by William Huff
Delicious, creative cocktails. The decor is awesome. Everyone working there is really conversational. Will be back to try the tacos.
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November 2023 by Dave S.
Nothing else like it in the neighborhood. Cocktail menu changes every few months. Food program is compact, concise, and perfect for the drink program.
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November 2023 by Denyce M.
Well they say big surprises come in small packages and La Pharmacie is no exception to the rule. This bar is located in the Edgewater Beach Apartment building, the big pink building you can see from Lake Shore Drive. The bar was at one time an actual pharmacy, serving the community and apartment complex. Looking around the décor, you can see old vestiges of when it was a working pharmacy. That said, this is a small bar with limited seating because it was originally designed as a pharmacy where people walked in and out. There is a bar, a large communal table that seats eight, two high tops that seat four, a bench along the wall with small tables that could seat maybe three, and what looks like to be an outdoor bistro patio seating for four in the window. My first impression walking into the joint was that I was in some small bar in Paris. It was just a vibe I got based on my past experiences.Honestly I had no idea this place existed. From the outside, the storefront windows looked more like a museum piece, with displays showing items from back in the day when the pharmacy was open as well as other items from that time period. So imagine my surprise when a co-worker of The Doctor's recommended this place. So glad she did.The overall atmosphere is adorable and the type of intimate settings that I like. Because of the location, parking will be tough as this is located on Sheridan Road and Bryn Mawr. There is a small frontage road next to the hotel that is separated from Bryn Mawr going to LSD, but good luck parking there. While I did luck out and get a spot, I don't expect that to happen the next time I go. I have located a couple of places around the bar where I could do Spot Hero next time for $6 and will just do that to avoid the stress of trying to parkI am not a cocktail person, but The Queen was very impressed with their selections. She ended up getting a Shibuya Crossing (Matcha, Gin, Midori, Lime, Lemon, Honey-Ginger Syrup, Ginger Beer). I am not a fan of matcha, so I did not like it, but The Queen had three and was going for a fourth one, but they did not have any more matcha. She switched to The Madison (Tequila, Ginger Liqueur, Lavender Syrup, Lemon, topped with Prosecco Rose) and enjoyed that one as well. This one I did like very much.For food, the menu is small and ever changing. When The Doctor's co-worker mentioned this place, she spoke about these great meatballs that they have...those were not on the menu, but they did have these great tacos which is what we ordered: Chipotle BBQ Beef (with chipotle aioli), Shrimp Tempura (with spicy mayo) and the Pulled Pork (with cilantro-lime crema). All were $5 each and very good. Have to say that the BBQ Beef was my favorite, very flavorful. We also got a fig and bacon flatbread, which was lovely as well. The dollop of ricotta was a nice complementary addition to the flatbread. We later discovered that the cocktail and bites menu is constantly changing, so what is on there now may be different down the road.This was definitely a lovely discovery for us and definitely will make the rotation list of place for us to hang out. Service was nice and our server, Curtis, was attentive and friendly. With the closure of the Signature Room, The Queen was thinking that this could be a new chill hangout for her. But we will be back.
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November 2023 by Tom D.
The ambiance, service and food was excellent. We stopped in little after 4pm and sat at the bar. The bar is still the original. It was very cozy. we had MARINATED ARTICHOKES & OLIVES (V) w/ pitaWHIPPED FETA & CHARRED SCALLIONS (V) Za'atar, honey, served w pitaIN THE PINK Vodka, Luxardo Maraschino Cherry Liqueur, Dolin Blanc Vermouth, Peychaud's BittersHALF ACRE "LAGER-TOWN"After we finished our delicious dinner I put on a magic show. For the staff and guests, I performed the card trick I performed on the Judge Mathis Show years ago.
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October 2023 by Dominic Michael
Very cute and quiet spot to have a good cocktail and a small bite.
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October 2023 by Matthew F.
I kind of stumbled upon this place after the coffeeshop that I was reading in closed for the day. It was a neat spot for a craft cocktail on a weekend afternoon.
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September 2023 by Kirk Chantraine
Delicious cocktails and wonderful staff. The drinks were exceptionally well balanced. Seth chatted with us a bunch, helping us find other great places, and showed us a really good local whiskey.
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September 2023 by Nora McCarthy
Amazing craft cocktails and intimate bar experience. Bartenders (and Owner who was on site and an absolute pleasure to talk to) were delightful and so attentive. Definitely visiting again soon. 10/10
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August 2023 by Kim B.
Great addition to the neighborhood, the drinks are delicious snd the food is incredible! Great place to stop after the beach!
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July 2023 by Kurt Krause
Owner is super nice. Explained the most popular cocktails in detail.Chill and historic space.
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July 2023 by Rachel M
Such a great spot for an amazing craft cocktail and a few options of delicious small bites! Don’t pass this one by, you will stay for a few drinks! ❤️
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July 2023 by Justine C
Great neighborhood bar with delicious drinks.