Matchbox - Chicago

Wonderful environment. Bartenders were so friendly S.O. to Zac) and gave wonderful suggestions for new drinks to try.

Cute little place with strong drinks and pleasant staff.

The Matchbox, Where Every Corner is a Universe of Flavor Imagine a place so intimate that every seat feels like the captain's chair on a voyage through a galaxy of flavors. Welcome to The Matchbox, a Chicago bar that defies the laws of space and time to offer an experience that's as unique as it is unforgettable. As you step into this snug watering hole, you're immediately enveloped in a warm embrace of amber lighting and rustic wood. The space may be compact, but it's bursting with character. It's like stepping into a cigar box that's been transformed into a treasure trove of libations and laughter. The bartenders at The Matchbox are the alchemists of this tiny universe, mixing elixirs that tantalize your taste buds and ignite your imagination. From classic cocktails to inventive concoctions, each drink is a microcosm of flavor, a little world unto itself. And let's not forget their famous Lemon Drops where each sip is like a burst of sunshine, even on the cloudiest Chicago day. The Matchbox is special as a space where every inch counts, there's no room for pretense. Strangers become friends, conversations flow as smoothly as the drinks, and before you know it, you're part of the Matchbox family. If you're wandering the streets of Chicago and find yourself craving an adventure that fits in the palm of your hand, enter into the pocket-sized universe of The Matchbox where every corner is a new world waiting to be explored.

A Chicago institution. Very small but very cute, especially on warm nights when you can sit outside by the fire.

The restaurant is tiny, just like a Matchbox, but the ambiance is fantastic. The bartenders were welcoming and friendly.