The Alderman

Try googling “The Alderman Chicago” and you’ll be lost in a sea of city websites—and maybe that’s intentional. The 16-seat speakeasy-style bar, tucked away in an inky black side room of Pilsen Yards, offers an intimate hideaway for sipping through beverage director Lance Bowman’s sophisticated cocktail menu, plus a long list of spirit pours. Word to the wise: Don’t show up without a reservation, especially on the weekends.