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Bordel, Chicago, IL

Bordel

4.4
4.4
31 Reviews
$30 and under
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
  • Hot spot
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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Additional information

  • 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
  • Area
    Bucktown / Wicker Park
  • Cross Street
    Division & Hermitage
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wine

Experiences

  • Stage View

    USD 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

Menu

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What 31 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 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.

31 Reviews

  1. SusanM

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 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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  2. shayna

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 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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  3. Claudia

    Austin

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 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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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 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 2 November 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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  5. ERIN

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 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 2 November 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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  6. Robert

    Chicago

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 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 2 November 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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  7. Kristy

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 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 2 November 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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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 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 2 November 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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  9. Derek

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bordel was amazing! We saw the cabaret show and it was great! Food was a bit pricey but very well made and appetizing. Staff were all very nice.
    BordelResponded on 2 November 2024
    Hi Derek! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the cabaret show and found our food to be made well and appetizing. It's always our goal to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests. We're glad our staff could make your experience enjoyable. We look forward to serving you again soon at Bordel.

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  10. Jesse

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience will definitely come again highly recommended

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FAQs

Bordel is rated 4.4 stars by 31 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
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bordel

1721 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622-3213

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Division & Hermitage
  • Area
    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, 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
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