Reservations
For table reservations, birthdays, bachelorette parties, or guest list contact us and include # of guests and a date/time.
VIP EMAIL ACCESS
Private Parties
Host your next private party at “One of the sexiest places in the world” – Cosmopolitan Magazine Book Here!
UNDERGROUND : 2012
Underground Part II is coming this summer. While we undergo our beautiful new remodel and upgrade, we wanted to share a little look back on all the parties we threw in 2012. Keep checking back for information on the much anticipated unveiling of what we know will elevate the level of entertainment in Chicago even further! For now, join us at Rockit Ranch Production’s newest spot, ¡AY CHIWOWA!, where the party is continuing.
Michelle Williams Names The Underground as a Must-Visit Spot in Chicago
Her must-visit spots in Chicago: ”…The Underground (I’m great friends with Billy Dec here, so of course I get spoiled at all his establishments)…”
Read the full article here
RedEye Features The Grinch Who Gave Back Christmas
The Grinch Who Gave Back Christmas is featured under “Drink” in RedEye’s “Eat. Drink. Do” column. Don’t miss it!
From original article: Whoville comes alive at The Grinch Who Gave Back Christmas, a Make-A-Wish foundation benefit…all set amid faux snow, lollipops, candy canes and costumed staff decked out as The Grinch.”
Read full article here.
“Chicago Fire” Star Heats Things Up at The Underground
The Underground maintains its presence as Chicago’s sexiest night club with guests from Chicago’s hottest new TV show.
From The Chicago Tribune’s About Last Night column: ” ‘Chicago Fire’ actor David Eigenberg attended The Midwest Independent Film Festival’s Best of the Midwest Awards Tuesday at The Underground.”
Read full column here.
Día de los Muertos Media Roundup
The Examiner, Chicagoist, Felt Like A Foodie, and Glossed and Found Feature The Undergound’s Dia de los Muertos Party–Celebrate the night of the dead by living it up at The Underground for Dia de los Muertos!
From Examiner original article:
“Come to The Underground for a “Dia de Los Muertos” themed event this Saturday, October 27. There will be Spanish moss hanging from the rafters, staff lurking in inspired Dia de Los Muertos attire, mini “coffins” casing champagne bottles, eerie fog and more.”
Read full article here.
From Chicagoist article:
“Don’t miss out…There will be costumes, coffins, and creeptastic canoodling for all. Being undead never felt or tasted so good!
Read full article here.
From Felt Like a Foodie original article:
“The entire venue will be transformed into a spooktacular celebration with Spanish moss, skeletons, and entire staff dressed in Day of the Dead attire”
Read full article here.
From Glossed and Found original article: “Celebrate Halloween with a little south of the border flair”
- About
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- Bottle Rations
- The Underground Kits
The Underground
The Underground, located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, has elevated the Chicago nightlife to unprecedented heights and is Chicago’s premiere, upscale, cutting-edge nightclub where every guest is a VIP. Among the congregation of Chicago’s brightest and most talented you will always find a rotating whose who of celebrities, international DJs, and other bold-faced names.
The Underground’s interior is an avant-garde recreation of a top-secret, military hideaway complete with artillery cases as cocktail tables, illuminated world maps and lighting as soft and complimentary as it is dramatic. Upscale American cuisine complements the venue with a mouth-watering menu of late night bites to pair with our cocktail and Champagne list.
General Information
56 W. Illinois Street
Chicago, IL 60654
312.644.7600
Hours of Operation
- Thursday & Friday 10pm-4am
- Saturday 10pm-5am
- Sunday 10pm-4am
- Cover charge – $20
Corporate Events
We can open The Underground for your private event any day of the week, please contact specialevents@theundergroundchicago.com for more information
Dum Dum Bulliet
Mash it and smash it with this mix of Lime Wedges, Raspberries, Oranges, Bulliet Bourbon, Mathlide Raspberry Liqueur, Fresh Lemon Sour, egg white, 7up. Perfect for those who love Bourbon and those that want to love it.
The Hummer
A delightful drink with notes of hibiscus & cardamom using the locally produced spirit Hum combined perfectly with Effen Cucumber, Honey, Fresh Lemon and Lime Sour, Egg White and lashings of ginger beer.
Pisco Parade
Revisiting a classic and creating something special with Don Cesar Especial Pisco, Fresh Lime Sour, Egg White, Angostura Bitters. Tight, tart & smooth, simply a must try.
Pear Platoon
Delicate and pear-fectly balanced this could very well be your drink of the summer. Grey Goose Le Poire, Fresh Tarragon, Pineapple Juice, Fresh Lemon Sour, Egg White, 7up create a taste you will crave for and only at UG.
Catrina Harper presents: Sake To Me Rita
Voted for by the public and the winner of the Underground Bartender Cocktail Competition. Ty Ku Black Sake, Orange Juice, 1oz Patron Citronge, Lime and Orange Wedges, Fresh Lemon Sour demands you stand to attention.
Apocalypse Now
A veritable taste bud explosion with Ketel Oranje, Fresh Oranges and Raspberries, Tuaca, Cream, Egg White, Soda. I love the smell of Oranges in the morning!
Lt. Lavender
The US South meets the UK South with this summer-tastic libation. Jeremiah Sweet Tea Vodka, UG Lavender Syrup, Fresh Lemon Sour, Egg White, Ginger Ale. I can almost hear the crickets showing their appreciation.
Hunters Moon
Dark and delicious with a dose of summer freshness this Hennessy Black cocktail features Blackberries, Apple Juice, Fresh Lime Sour, Egg White, Ginger Beer. Mixing done right.
Bond Girl
Like its name sake the Bond Girl seductively fruity, skinny with a bit of danger. Bacardi Coco, Pineapple Juice, Coconut Water, a dash of cream and lime juice.
The Bombay General
30,000 votes made this the winner of GQ Magazine’s Most Inspired 2010 Competition. Bombay Sapphire, Domaine De Canton, Marmalade, Lemon, UG Special Syrup, Egg White.
Effen Haze
Winner of the Effen Art of Design Competition 2010. Effen Original Vodka, Domaine De Canton, Rosemary-Infused Grapefruit Juice, Housemade Ginger Syrup, Lemon Juice. Super Fresh
Chicken UG-ets – $10
Almond Dusted Chicken Served with Honey Mustard, BBQ, Sweet & Sour
Basket O’Truffle Tots – $10
White Truffle Tater Tots in Mini Fryer Basket – “It Isn’t Fried, It’s Baked!”
The Heart Attack – $10
Black Angus Burger Stuck Between Two Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Spicy Ketchup and Tomato – “Clear!”
Strawberry Pop-tarts – $10
Frosted Pop-Tarts with Cherry Fudge Dipping Sauce
White Truffle Popcorn Basket – $5
Popcorn with White Truffle
Grilled Cheese – $10
Cheddar, Swiss, and White American Cheese with Tomato and Chili Ketchup
Champagne
Non Vintage
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Prestige Cuvee
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Rose
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Magnums
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Jeroboam
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Nebuchadnezzar
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Methuselah
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Wine
Militant Whites
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Revolutionary Reds
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Beer/Red Bull/Water
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Vodka
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Tequila
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Gin
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Bourbon/Whiskey
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Rum
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Scotch
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Cognac/Brandy
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Single Malt
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| Gratuity of 18% may be added to parties of 6 or more | |
Cosmopolitan Kit
Careful Attention is given to this cocktail staple of nightlight. Balanced proportions of Absolut, Cointreau, cranberry and freshly squeezed lime wheels are shaken and strained into a martini glass. Perfect tableside mixology produces a perfect Cosmopolitan! Finished with an orange flame garnish.
Single Cosmo Kit: $12 per person
Add Cointreau to your bottle service: $100 (375 ml)
Mojito Kit
Fresh mint and lime wedges are integral to the beginnings of an excellent mojito. Barcardi Superior Rum and a spoonful of sugar facilitate the muddling, further shaping this intricate drink. Topped with soda water, this irresistible combination of flavors is sure to refresh anyone. Made at your table for the fresh mint experience.
Single Mojito Kit: $12 per person
Add on to bottle Service: $50
Information
For table reservations, birthday parties, or bachelorette parties, email: tables@theundergroundchicago.com. The Underground is always accepting applications. Click here for employment inquiries. The Underground is also available for private parties ranging in size from 50-300 people. To book a private event email: specialevents@theundergroundchicago.com. The Underground Chicago is a 21+ night club. No one under 21 is admitted under any circumstances!
- Address: 56 W. Illinois
- Phone: 312.943.7600
- Email: contact@theundergroundchicago.com











2012 Fall Style Series: Celebrating Fashion’s Night Out
2012 Fall Style Series
2012 LOLLA WKND
2012 Summer Music Series : Eric D-Lux
2012 Summer Music Series : Jesse Marco
2012 Summer Music Series : Benzi
Piven Theatre Workshop Afterparty
CIA Sundays @ The Underground
2012 Fall Style Series Recap
2012 Fall Style Series : British Takeover
2012 Fall Style Series : Hyper Local
The Underground presents 150 Years of Bacardi
2012 Fall Style Series : Going Digital
Modern Man Fashion Show
Winter Music Series : DJ Kayper
Winter Music Series : DJ Cobra
Winter Music Series : DJ Irie
How To Make A Cosmopolitan – The Art Of The Cocktail
The Style Series Fashion Shows
2011 Lolla WKND
Twist & Shout Featuring DJ Jessica Who & Tigerlillie
2011 Summer Music Series
VIDEO: The Summer Music Series with DJ Irie
The Summer Music Series 2011
Bonnie&Clyde’s Fashion Show: Birth of A Hybrid Promo
The Modern Man Christmas Edition
How To Make The Bombay General
An Underground Summer Volume 2
An Underground Summer Volume 1
CIA Sundays 1 Year Anniversary
CIA Sundays at The Underground
Benjamin Newby’s Promotion Party
Underground Chicago : declaring war on the ordinary
The Underground Presents CIA Sundays
CIA Sundays at The Underground 2.0
Katy Perry Performance

