La Pharmacie - Chicago, Illinois

Bryan Salazar-Gomez

Stopped here before seeing some friends after Lollapalooza looking for a drink and quiet space.
Interesting building, doesn’t look like much from the outside. I genuinely thought they were closed but fortunately they were not! (Tough to tell from the outside since it’s dark inside as well) Greeted by the bartender, notified about summer cocktails and got some water within the minute of me walking in.

What I ordered:

Touch the Sun - Starts off with a pleasant agave sweetness that compliments the freshness of the jalapeño/cucumber shrub. It has a touch of heat, which i think is phenomenal. The lime bitters add that citrus note without diluting the drink further and the Turkish Tobacco Bitters meld wonderfully with the mezcal, as your drink dilutes down the sweetness goes away and the smoke is a beautiful surprise. It’s extremely welcoming and overall a well done cocktail. Whoever made this, you did good work.

The Venus: Passionfruit is strong in smell and it’s quite pretty to look at. I love the color conteast between the cherry and drink itself. First sip, immediate passionfruit flavor (that’s nice) and then came the Suze. The bitterness from the Suze overtook any flavor i was looking for in the cocktail (passionfruit sweetness, lime acidity, falernum). I was expecting it to be brighter and citrus driven with some sweetness and underlying bitterness on the finish. I did notice as it warmed up I was getting more and more flavors as I waited a lil longer so keep that in mind. If you’re looking for a fresh cocktail with a drier and bitter finish, this is right up your alley.

Lauren Barone

I happened to see this place on IG and I was immediately interested in checking it out. First of all the Edgewater Beach Apartments are just incredible and the building is just a national treasure. When you step inside, you step into a hidden gem and back into the early 1900s. The actual bar is an old apothecary/ pharmacy and still had so much of the originality that made it so special a century ago. The cocktails were incredible. The bartender, Seth, made me a special cocktail and he nailed it. And, perhaps most importantly, the whipped feta was divine. You all have to check out this hidden, historic gem!!!!!!

Schae Lewis, Certified Professional Organizer

How did I just discover this place?! The minute I walked in, I said, "I love this place already!"

The drinks are bomb, service is friendly and food is out of sight! I started with the onion soup even though it was a June afternoon. Good call on my part. That soup was ridiculously delicious. I was scraping the cheese off the edge of the bowl. Yummy!

My husband had the fish slider which he said was excellent. We also got the curry meatballs which I can recommend.

We loved that the menu was globally inspired and apparently changes frequently. You know we'll be back, sooner than later!

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.

Alexandra Rueve

La Pharmacie is an absolute gem in the Edgewater historic district! From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with an ambiance that preserves the original pharmacy quality with absolutely "pharmaceutical-grade" drinks.

The cocktails here are exceptional - crafted with unique flavor combinations that never disappoint. I still dream about the seasonal celery juice cocktail (don't knock it until you try it). But watch out... they taste so good that they're mistakably strong.

Not only a fan of the drinks, but the food is delicious- go for the tacos! La Pharmacie has a great the local feel and home-like hospitality. You really will come in as a guest and leave as a friend.

Whether you're looking for a cozy spot for date night, a place to catch up with friends, or a venue to host a special event (yes, I have), La Pharmacie checks all the boxes. I can't recommend this place enough - it's definitely a must-visit destination in Chicago!
I can't believe it has taken me this long to review La Pharmacie, but thrilled to be the 100th review ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Jason Varee

Visited for the first time during NYE and had one of the best experiences in a long time. Cocktails were great and the bartenders were extremely friendly.

Jeremy Gentry

Excellent food and the staff is amazing. The quaint and elegant little place will blow your way. The drinks are top-of-the-line as well.

Jason Ingham

This place is super cool. I was really lucky to sit one mid week night with the owner and he was a true delight. He chatted with my buddy and I about his love and inspiration for his craft cocktails. A true class act!