Stone Lotus

(312) 440-9680

873 N Orleans St
Chicago, IL 60610 41.8985 -87.6371

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Neighborhoods: Central, Near North Side

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The Editor

Fred Schlatter

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In Short – Formerly occupied by Pluton, the two-story space is awash in lantern light and earth tones. Back-lit stone walls and a soaring flower-studded water-wall drive the spa look. The self-proclaimed "liquor spa" concept is evident in smart touches like gratis bottled water (summer) and toasty cocoa (winter) for patrons waiting outside. Chef Dale Levitski helped devise a battery of exotic cocktails in addition to his contemporary menu--the latter, savory items designed as part-and-parcel of premium bottle service.

1 Star Rating: Poor

08/23/09

Stone Lotus bouncers and owner discriminate.

by jaejaedynomite

Last night 8/22/09, a group of myself and 4 other friends went to Stone Lotus. We are all African-American. We left a another club and bottle service to go to Stone Lotus. Upon arrival we stood outside waiting to be allowed in. Several white patrons were permitted to enter while we waited. After several minutes passed, we inquired about the wait. A bouncer said to my friend w/in earshot "She (referring to me) can't come in with her hair like that and wearing babyphat". My hair was natural (curly fro). Coincidentally, I've been to stone lotus before wearing another babyphat outfit but with my hair straightened. Since when does a woman's hairstyle bar her from entering a club? We asked for a manager who added insult to injury by denying that the bouncer said what he said. The manager further aggravated the situation by stating "there's a 2 bottle minimum" repeatedly even after we said that wasn't a problem. I guess the assumption was that we couldn't afford the bottle service. This type of blatant racism shouldn't be supported or allowed in 2009.

  • Pros: n/a
  • Cons: rude staff
1 Star Rating: Poor

06/29/09

These Guys Are Ridiculous!!!

by AnnaMarie

I set up a party a month in advance for my 26th Birthday. I intended to purchase 2 bottles at a minimum. Half of my party (all women) made it to the club before me and were allowed in for free under my reservation without any problems. I arrived with another group of friends and was told by the bouncer first that they had no reservation under my name. Then when I told them half of my party was already inside they said they couldn't let any of the men in, only the woman.

Everyone was dressed in proper attire and my friends were very insulted. When I asked if I could use the bathroom or at least go in and get my friends they refused to let me inside.

All of the people that came afterward male or female where turned away.

This place is beyond ridiculous!!!

DO NOT GO THERE!!!!

HORRIBLE SERVICE!!!

HORRIBLE PEOPLE!!!!

I WAS COMPLETELY DISGUSTED!!!

  • Pros: None!!
  • Cons: The Door Guys are Horrible!
1 Star Rating: Poor

06/07/09

Terrible service filing a complaint

by DLembesis

story of my 21st birthday

My friends went outside for a smoke and one of them would not be let in. I went outside to ask the bouncer why he would not be let in and he said he was too intoxicated. (Mind you he was only there for 30 minutes at this point he was completely sober)

I asked what did my friend do to seem too intoxicated and the bouncer did not answer he just ignored me. I asked him again what did he do and he said "Sir, I have no problem kicking you and your entire party out right now" (I made reservations for two tables and a month in advance and it was my 21st birthday). Then I told him that I did paid good money for the reservation and the bouncer opened the gate and said "Leave now".

I went back inside and complained and the bouncer told my friend he would only let him back in if he paid $400. My friend paid it because he did not want to upset me on my 21st birthday, and apparently my cousin paid a bouncer inside as well to try and resolve this.

So he was let in and moments later the manager said because they "let" my friend in they are taking away one of my tables and selling it to someone else without issuing any sort of compensation.

If anyone's had similar issues and want to start some sort of case you can contact me at DLembesis@mail.bradley.edu

  • Pros: None
  • Cons: They are very rude

The Details on Stone Lotus

Know Before You Go:

The buzz on this place equals long lines and a frenzied bar. Avoid the headache by booking a table and staying true to your reservation--extra guests and tardiness will slow otherwise expedited admittance.

Look Good:

Shoot for stylish but avoid too casual a look. Patrons dress with the venue's luxury image and premium service in mind.

On the Menu:

Levitski's menu is all about smart pairings built into the premium bottle service, like a bottle of 10 Cane Rum accompanied by hibiscus soda, plantain chips, and jerk shrimp.

Category:

Restaurants

Minimum Age:

21

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