inkwell – American
Bathed in a sophisticated, low-lit glow, inkwell serves as a stylish retreat where the ritual of the cocktail meets a curated parade of elevated snacks. Guests linger over decadent caviar service and airy honey-whipped ricotta, while the kitchen transforms comfort into art through buttery crab toast and molten chocolate lava cakes. Whether sipping a clever "Not An Espresso Martini" or sharing a board of artisanal salumi, the experience is one of effortless elegance and lingering conversation.
1043 West Lake Street, Chicago IL 60607 https://inkwellbar.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
- Friday - Saturday
- 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the delectable seafood, which guests highlight as being cooked to perfection and consistently fresh. Celebrated for its comfortable setting and polite staff, the experience is frequently praised for offering high-quality flavors at reasonable prices that make it a standout choice for a relaxed meal.
Menu
Food
- Bar Mix - $7: Marcona almonds, chocolate, dried sweet cranberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Olives - $8: Cerignola olives with olive oil, Calabrian chili, citrus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Caviar Service - $95: Served with Lay’s, crème fraiche and capers Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Salumi Selection - $21: Selection of beef and pork salumi and one cheese with toasted sourdough, mustard and pickles
- Honey Whipped Ricotta - $13: Toasted sourdough, pistachio, fig jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Grilled Cheese - $12: Muenster and Tillamook sharp cheddar on sourdough, duck fat toasted
- Crab Toast - $17: Crab with lemon, crème fraiche, Old Bay, and shallot Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Desserts
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $9: Warm chocolate cake with molten chocolate center, served with Grand Marnier Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Lemon Tartlets - $9: Meyer lemon tartlets, served with Limoncello Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Contemporary Cocktails
- Not An Espresso Martini - $16: Wheatley Vodka, Mr. Black, Coffee, Lemon Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Kick Push - $16: Hennessy Cognac, Cherry, Pineapple, Ten to One Dark Rum, Angostura Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Rosa Infernal - $16: Divino Mezcal, Aperol, Jalapeno, Fruitful Ginger Liqueur, Honey, Orange, Strawberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Backseat Driver - $16: Compass Box Blended Scotch, Lemon, Falernum, Ten to One Dark Rum, Coconut, Pineapple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Little Edie's Garden - $16: Ford’s Gin, Arugula, Mint, Lavender, Lemon, Cucumber Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Oaxacan Folklore - $16: Divino Mezcal, Batavia Arrack, Montenegro, Agave, Lime, Mint, Orange Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Killer Bees - $16: Ford’s Gin, Pineapple, Honey, Lemon, Spice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Tijuana Brass - $18: Mijenta Blanco, Agave, Lime, Cucumber Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Loop Lift - $16: Aperol, Letherbee 2025 Vernal Gin, Peach, Citrus, Bubbles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Root & Ritual - $18: El Tequileno Reposado, Falernum, Norden Aquavit, Orgeat, Cream, Pineapple, Carrot, Lime Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Classic Cocktails
- Old Fashioned - $15
- Manhattan - $15
- Martini - $15
- Negroni - $15
- Daiquiri - $15
- Sloe Gin Fizz - $15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Margarita - $15
- Espresso Martini - $15
- Paloma - $15
- Moscow Mule - $15
- Irish Coffee - $15
Premium Cocktails
- Caviar Martini - $50: Belvedere 10 Vodka, Dolin Dry, Caviar Dream Oscetra Caviar Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Old Fashioned 451 - $30: Lucky Strike Bourbon, Bitters, Cherrywood Smoke Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Cristal Clear - $30: Mijenta Cristalino Tequila, Curacao, Lime, Saline Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
No/Lo Beverages
- Peach Pop (no) - $10: Peach, Lemon, Bubbles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sandhills Sunset 2.0 (no) - $12: Sandhills Elixir Jalapeno, Lime, Honey, Pineapple Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Paleo
- Pimms & Black (lo) - $15: Pimms #1, Strawberry, Lemon, Black Tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Wine By The Glass
- Montsarra Cava - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Tyrrell’s Semillon - $15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- L’Ecole Chenin Blanc - $16 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Gramona ‘Mart’ Rose - $18 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Domaine Dupeuble Gamay - $18 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- St Cosme Cote du Rhone Syrah - $15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about inkwell
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Diners highly recommend the fresh seafood, caviar service, honey-whipped ricotta, buttery crab toast, and decadent chocolate lava cakes.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- The restaurant has an average rating of 4.0/5 based on customer feedback and experiences.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data for inkwell does not include specific information regarding its daily hours of operation.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers rave about the fresh, perfectly cooked seafood, high-quality flavors, reasonable prices, and the comfortable setting with polite staff.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Bar Mix is the featured dish that accommodates multiple diets, specifically categorized as vegetarian, gluten-free, and pescatarian.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 4.0/5 rating, this sophisticated, low-lit retreat offers effortless elegance and decadent caviar service perfect for intimate dates.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Inkwell offers a sophisticated, low-lit, and stylish atmosphere characterized by effortless elegance, comfortable seating, and a relaxed, conversational setting.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include caviar service, honey-whipped ricotta, buttery crab toast, grilled cheese, salumi selections, and molten chocolate lava cakes.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners consistently praise the fresh, perfectly cooked seafood, high-quality flavors, and reasonable prices within a comfortable and polite setting.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Inkwell offers a comfortable setting for a relaxed meal, though its sophisticated, low-lit atmosphere and cocktail-focused menu cater primarily to adults.
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