The Berkshire Room

The Berkshire Room The Berkshire Room, a craft cocktail lounge and pub located in River North on East Ohio Street, offers an innovative program of specialty, barrel-finished, and "dealer's choice" cocktails. The beverage program includes over 400 spirits, an esoteric wine selection by the bottle and glass, international craft beers, and affordable lagers. The interior design combines old-world charm with contemporary urban touches. The bar features whiskey crate walls and a bar front made from overlapping leather belts, plush seating, and rare terrazzo composite flooring from the hotel that once occupied the space. With seating for about 70 guests, The Berkshire Room provides an inviting setting for enjoying delicious drinks.
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At the Berkshire Room, our bar team doesn’t just pour drinks, they craft an experience. Every spirit, ingredient, and pr...
10/26/2026

At the Berkshire Room, our bar team doesn’t just pour drinks, they craft an experience. Every spirit, ingredient, and preparation is built to make a holiday gathering feel like something special. Here’s to toasting the year behind us and the one ahead. Holiday season deserves more than the ordinary, and this is the year to close it out right.

Some nights call for a sure thing, some call for a surprise. Pull up a seat at the Berkshire room and let us take care o...
10/22/2026

Some nights call for a sure thing, some call for a surprise. Pull up a seat at the Berkshire room and let us take care of the rest. Dealer’s Choice means telling our bartenders what you’re craving and trusting them to pour something made just for you.

Meet the Aries Moon 🌙 Our take on a milk punch featuring Grey Goose, Il Mallo Nocino, Licor 43, crème de violette, and s...
10/16/2026

Meet the Aries Moon 🌙 Our take on a milk punch featuring Grey Goose, Il Mallo Nocino, Licor 43, crème de violette, and strawberry, finished with a vanilla-lemon foam. Floral, fruity, and a little mysterious. Come try it at The Berkshire Room.

Meet The Phenom: Butter infused Old Forester 100 and El Dorado 8 year rum meet allspice dram, our Berkshire Gardenia Mix...
10/13/2026

Meet The Phenom: Butter infused Old Forester 100 and El Dorado 8 year rum meet allspice dram, our Berkshire Gardenia Mix, Angostura bitters, lime, and orange. Lush, spiced, and built for sipping slow. Come try it at The Berkshire Room.

Fall has arrived at The Berkshire Room, and with it, our new cocktail menu. We’ve paired fresh seasonal originals with h...
10/05/2026

Fall has arrived at The Berkshire Room, and with it, our new cocktail menu. We’ve paired fresh seasonal originals with hand-picked favorites pulled from the vault because a great cocktail always deserves another round. Come taste the lineup for yourself.

As the leaves start to change, so does our cocktail menu. Come spend one of the last few nights with us at The Berkshire...
09/24/2026

As the leaves start to change, so does our cocktail menu. Come spend one of the last few nights with us at The Berkshire Room, sipping on summer before it’s gone.

Behind every great holiday party is a team who knows how to make it unforgettable. From custom mixology classes to spiri...
09/21/2026

Behind every great holiday party is a team who knows how to make it unforgettable. From custom mixology classes to spirits tasting sessions, The Berkshire Room brings both the craft and the atmosphere to make your event perfect. Reach out to our team to start planning.

Only a few pours left of our Summer cocktail menu before The Berkshire Room shifts into fall flavors. Get your last sips...
09/09/2026

Only a few pours left of our Summer cocktail menu before The Berkshire Room shifts into fall flavors. Get your last sips in at the bar.

This holiday season, skip the ordinary and slip into something a little more enchanted. The Berkshire Room is ready to h...
09/02/2026

This holiday season, skip the ordinary and slip into something a little more enchanted. The Berkshire Room is ready to host your party, candlelight, a curated cocktail menu, and a culinary spread crafted just for the occasion!

The hardest part of your night is choosing. Good news: there’s no wrong answer.   🍸
08/26/2026

The hardest part of your night is choosing. Good news: there’s no wrong answer. 🍸

From a perfect first date spot to the last drink before “I do,” The Berkshire Room is ready to host all of life’s specia...
08/20/2026

From a perfect first date spot to the last drink before “I do,” The Berkshire Room is ready to host all of life’s special nights out.

ALEGRIAGin & Vermouth • Rich & Bold • Highball • ABV ✦✦✦✧✧Strawberry Leaf Infused Tanqueray Gin, Cocchi Rosa, Select Ape...
08/13/2026

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Gin & Vermouth • Rich & Bold • Highball • ABV ✦✦✦✧✧

Strawberry Leaf Infused Tanqueray Gin, Cocchi Rosa, Select Aperitivo, Bay Leaf, Saline, Elemakule Bitters

Where the night slows down on purpose. Join us for a cocktail starting at 5pm.
08/06/2026

Where the night slows down on purpose. Join us for a cocktail starting at 5pm.

Address

15 E Ohio Street
Chicago, IL
60611

The Berkshire Room is located on E Ohio Street in Chicago. For those using public transportation, the nearest bus stop is a short walk away on Michigan Avenue and the closest train station is Grand Station. For drivers, there are several parking garages nearby for hourly or daily parking. From Lake Shore Drive, take exit 50A toward Randolph St., then turn left on E Ohio St. and continue until you reach your destination.

Opening Hours

Monday 7pm - 12am
Tuesday 5pm - 12am
Wednesday 5pm - 12am
Thursday 5pm - 12am
Friday 5pm - 2am
Saturday 4pm - 2am
Sunday 7pm - 12am

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What people say

The Berkshire Room is a hidden gem located inside the ACME Hotel Company lobby at 15 East Ohio Street in River North, Chicago. The name of this cocktail bar and pub pays homage to The Berkshire Hotel that once occupied the original hotel space from the 1920s thru the 1950s.

The beverage program at The Berkshire Room is truly innovative and features specialty cocktails, barrel-finished cocktails, and "dealer's choice" cocktails where guests can pick their preferred spirit, flavor profile, and glassware. The talented bartenders then craft unique one-of-a-kind cocktails on the fly. In addition to this, there is an extensive list of over 400 spirits, an esoteric wine and champagne selection by the bottle and glass, 20 international craft beers, and six "blue collar lagers" for just $4 each.

The design of The Berkshire Room is a perfect blend of old-world charm with contemporary urban touches. From whiskey crate walls to a bar front made from overlapping leather belts, plush seating to rare terrazzo composite flooring from The Berkshire Hotel that was uncovered during demolition of the space - every detail has been thoughtfully curated. With approximately 70 seats available, it's an intimate setting perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a romantic evening out.

Overall, The Berkshire Room is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a unique cocktail experience in Chicago. Whether you're looking for something classic or want to try something new and exciting - their innovative beverage program has something for everyone!