About

The Whistler is a bar, gallery, record label, and venue that hosts live music and DJs seven nights a week. The Whistler was listed as one of GQ Magazine’s 25 Best Cocktail Bars in America and was recently named one of the world's top jazz destinations by Downbeat Magazine. Our award-winning cocktail program features an always-changing menu of classics and originals. No cover charge. 21+ with proper ID.
 
Interested in seeing your act on our calendar? Email booking @whistlerchicago.com.
For our Tuesday night Relax Attack Jazz Series, email jazz @whistlerchicago.com.
For general inquiries, contact us at info @whistlerchicago.com.

New City — Best New Bar
Details Magazine — Spice Up Your Cocktails
Time Out Chicago — 100 Best of 2011
Time Out — 13 Summer Cocktails
Time Out — Best Bartender
GQ Magazine — The 25 Best Cocktail Bars in America
Chicago Magazine — The Top 10 Bars in Chicago
Tasting Table — The Best Cocktails of 2010
Vogue Magazine — Destination Chicago
Tasting Table — The Best Cocktails of 2011
New City — Best New Bar
LA Times
Time Out — 100 Best of 2008
Metrowize — The Best Mixology & Craft Cocktail Bars in Chicago
Time Out Chicago — 100 Best of 2012
Chicagoist — Artists Behind "Relax Attack" Jazz Series Posters Honored
Time Out — 100 Best of 2009
VODA Magazine