Dearly Beloved

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   Stephanie VIP

   Chicago5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 7, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The space is nice, the service was lovely, the cocktails were good but not life-changing. We were there during Happy Hour, which I was grateful for--their version of a Manhattan is $28, regularly priced, which seems insane to me.
   

   Dearly BelovedResponded today

   We're sorry to see we missed the mark on 5 stars. We'd love to know more about your experience so we can correct any issues. Please reach out to lauren@machinehospitality, so we can make things right.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 2, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The ambiance matched most of what I expected from pictures, with the exception that it is a bit louder inside than I imagined. We had a side room and that just barely made it work to have a conversation. The drinks were amazing and the staff were very knowledgeable (which I really appreciated). This biggest disappointment I had was in the portions for food. I anticipated regular size dishes (especially since our server said we could get a couple plates and share), but the portions were very small. The maitake karaage came with two mushrooms and could not reasonably be split moreso than two people having one mushroom each. The campanelle alla vodka ($29) was served as the amount you may expect from a side. For $30, I expect enough food to fill a standard portion, not a small side. Again it is a great location for drinks, and the staff know how to talk about the drinks, but I do not recommend ordering food unless you are aware it is small portions (based on the price, the flavor itself was good).
   

   Dearly BelovedResponded 7 days ago

   Thank you for the 4 stars! We hope to have you back into Dearly Beloved soon and will relay your feedback to our team!
   

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   Josalyn

   Chicago1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 24, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The best customer service I’ve experience in a while, beautiful ambiance with great food and drinks 10/10
   

   Dearly BelovedResponded on March 3, 2025

   Thank you for the 5 stars! We hope to have you back into Dearly Beloved soon!
   

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   Nava VIP

   Houston6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Been here over a handful of time and it’s always the best experience!
   

   Dearly BelovedResponded on March 3, 2025

   Thank you for the 5 stars! We hope to have you back into Dearly Beloved soon!
   

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   ELDAR VIP

   Chicago60 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   Dearly Beloved is a visually stunning cocktail bar where every corner transports you into a different interior setting. The ambiance is beautifully curated, making it an ideal spot for those who appreciate aesthetic details. The bar seating itself is a highlight, offering an inviting space to enjoy drinks. From the moment we walked in, the hostess was friendly and welcoming, setting a great first impression. However, the service from the waitstaff fell short. The experience felt rushed, with little communication or engagement, making the hospitality aspect weaker than expected for a place of this caliber. As for the cocktails, we tried four to five different signature drinks, and unfortunately, none of them stood out. Given that this is a cocktail-focused establishment, it was disappointing that the flavors didn’t quite hit the mark. If you visit, it might be wiser to stick to classic cocktails rather than their signature creations. While it’s hard to judge the food too strictly at a cocktail bar, there is room for improvement. The caviar cigars were a solid choice, but most of the other dishes leaned too heavily on grease, which took away from the overall experience.
   

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   Dearly BelovedResponded on March 3, 2025

   We're sorry to see we missed the mark on 5 stars. We'd love to know more about your experience so we can correct any issues. Please reach out to lauren@machinehospitality, so we can make things right.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago1 review

   4.0

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Even with a reservation there was a bit of a wait for our party to be sat but every employee was very kind and attentive. Our server went above and beyond to make our evening special and, without us even saying anything, management made a point to thank us for waiting and comped us a round of drinks as well!
   

   Dearly BelovedResponded 7 days ago

   We're sorry to see we missed the mark on 5 stars. We'd love to know more about your experience so we can correct any issues. Please reach out to lauren@machinehospitality, so we can make things right.
   

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   Maggie

   Denver4 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on February 21, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Cozy classy vibes, delicious truffle fries. NA cocktails were okay, but overpriced.
   

   Dearly BelovedResponded on March 3, 2025

   We're sorry to see we missed the mark on 5 stars. We'd love to know more about your experience so we can correct any issues. Please reach out to lauren@machinehospitality, so we can make things right.
   

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   Priscilla VIP

   Chicago51 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our waitress was Mia as we celebrated Galentines Day. She was superb, knowledgeable and outstanding.
   

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   Ronald

   Chicago3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Nice place to have dinner. A little loud but mostly from people having very loud conversations try to talk over the music. Only thing I didn’t like was the tip amount of 20% added to my bill for a party of 2. I always tip well but that was not right and then the nerve to have additional tip option on the bill. Service was good but not that good.
   

   Dearly BelovedResponded on February 24, 2025

   Thank you for the 5 stars! We hope to have you back into Dearly Beloved soon!
   

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    Jim VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Come to Dearly Beloved for great cocktails, awesome ambiance, and fantastic service. The food is forgettable, but the rest is great. Definitely a must, but cocktails only.
    

    Dearly BelovedResponded on February 24, 2025

    We're sorry to see we missed the mark on 5 stars. We'd love to know more about your experience so we can correct any issues. Please reach out to lauren@machinehospitality, so we can make things right.
    

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