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Tantrum

1023 S State St
Chicago, IL 60605-2221
Phone: (312) 939-9160

Ratings & Reviews Summary for Tantrum

What Users are Saying:

  • Trendy
  • Romantic
  • Good for after work
  • Good social scene
  • Good happy hour
5 Star Rating
 
(4 reviews)
4 Star Rating
 
(4 reviews)
3 Star Rating
 
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2 Star Rating
 
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1 Star Rating
 
(3 reviews)

User Reviews for Tantrum

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

03/13/2008 Posted by JohnDeer69

The bartenders are horrible, drinks are overpriced, and seems the management and the staff a few years back that made this place rock are gone... What a waste

4 Star Rating: Recommended

04/12/2007 Posted by megoops

I was excited when this place first opened in my neighborhood (South Loop) because there aren't many trendy nightlife options around there, and I was a bit dissapointed when Tantrum wasn't the crazy nightlife scene I had envisioned it to be. However, I came to like how the place ended up being. It's a small cozy little place to grab a drink before you're headed somewhere or after you've come from someplace. Definitely don't expect this place to be a seen-and-be-seen spot- I guess that was never their intention. Basically, Tantrum still retains a hip atmosphere without trying too hard. It's actually a nice, chill alternative to the sweaty, over-crowded bump n'grind lounges and clubs that most places turn out to be. I'm not a huge martini fan, but I tried a couple and they're pretty good.

Pros: Lounge-like, laidback atmosphere

Cons: Not a lot of people

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

02/12/2006 Posted by jennsputer

Under new management - socially intolerant and unable to equitably resolve minor conflicts. Will never return. Too bad too... this used to be one of my favorite martini bars in the south loop

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/15/2005 Posted by eagles409

It's dark, the music is not too loud, prices are great, and the service was quick and friendly. It isn't a place to stay all night, but it's a great place to go before or after hitting the regular night spots. I really enjoy it evertime I go there.

Pros: Great drinks, not very expensive, very comfortable

Cons: no table service

4 Star Rating: Recommended

06/27/2005 Posted by dweebe

Tantrum is a good choice when heading out for a night in Chicago. The location can be a bit dicey. But plenty of street parking, no cover and strong drinks make this place a good choice. You can hit Tantrum for a few drinks before heading out to the clubs and more expensive places.

Pros: Strong drinks., Good value.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/13/2004 Posted by jenniferzak

This place has amazing martini's and is one of the few places in Chicago where you can sit and have an amazing drink and actually talk to the people around you without a mass of bodies or thumping bass. Loved it!

Pros: menu of martinis, comfortable seating, cool atmosphere

4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/06/2003 Posted by jodie212

More than once I saw the bartender stop in the middle of making a drink and answer his cell phone. I even saw this once while he was in the middle of shaking a martini... isnt going to a bar, about getting good service? I was disappointed, otherwise, a great space and good drinks...

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

04/28/2003 Posted by Mhalister

i had their "special" martini here. the editors of citysearch got this one wrong (although they're usually on). This place is not worth it at all. There are far better martinis to be found in Chicago

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/02/2002 Posted by c7five

great place to hang out and drink their menu of martinis!!! cool atmosphere, too. c75

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/15/2002 Posted by h2o_skier_399

Walk through the door with friends, obtain some readily available comfortable real-estate, LAUGH at your buddy who couldnt figure out which restroom was the mens, immediatley receive your perfectly made mixed DRINK, sit back, relax and take a LOOK at the cool, friendly people surrounding you, lastly give a COMPLIMENT to the gorgeous bartender who always takes the time to properly chill all martini glasses before pouring in the ingrediants. WELL DONE TANTRUM

Editor's Review

Named for the method by which the owners finally got a liquor license, this South Loop bar engenders loyalty.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

When to go

After work, when hip, well-dressed, well-coiffed, tie-loosened suits from the nearby Financial District and urban professionals from Printers Row throw a few back.

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Bar/Club Information

Admission

  • No cover

Atmospheres

  • Clubs
  • Tavern
  • 21 & Over
  • After Work
  • After Hours
  • Bars
  • Specialty Cocktails

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 5pm-2am
  • Sat 5pm-3am

Minimum Age

  • 21

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • Discover
  • MasterCard
  • American Express

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