Three Dots and a Dash - A Speakeasy Tiki Bar in River North

Thank you for choosing to dine with us. To help ensure the safety of our guests and employees during this time, we have set in place new dining standards. We sincerely appreciate your cooperation and loyalty.

To create the safest environment possible, we installed a new air purification system that uses the latest technology to eliminates 90-98% of influenza, coronaviruses, norovirus, hepatitis, salmonella, listeria, e.coli, and over 30 common bacteria and viruses both in the air and on other surfaces.
Dine-in services will remain at 50% capacity indoors.
Dine-in services will remain at 50% capacity on the patio.
We’re introducing disposable and digital menus and will maintain thorough sanitation procedures and continuous hand washing.
Guests are required to wear masks while in the restaurant, masks are required during all interactions with the service team and only to be removed when eating or drinking.
To help offset restrictions on our business resulting from the COVID-19 crisis, a 5% surcharge has been added to all guest checks. If you would like this removed, please let us know.

Your continued support and patience during this time are truly appreciated. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Read Our Health and Safety Guide

Welcome to Three Dots and a Dash, Chicago’s premier tropical tiki bar and craft cocktail destination hidden below the bustling streets of River North. The secret hideaway – named one of The World’s 50 Best Bars by Drinks International – is led by cocktail expert Kevin Beary. Our team has researched tirelessly to source and create the best possible tiki cocktails using the freshest exotic fruits and spices, the finest rums and distilled spirits, and juices and elixirs that are cold-pressed and concocted in house every day. Surrender all your cares and let Three Dots and a Dash whisk you away onto a rum-soaked tropical excursion. Three Dots and a Dash is a 21+ venue.

Reserve at Three Dots and a Dash

The Bamboo Room

Tucked just inside Three Dots and a Dash is the all-new Bamboo Room where we offer a guided experience through the world of rum. Explore our more focused menu of house daiquiris, renditions of iconic tiki classics and progressive cocktails utilizing modern technique all made with carefully selected, unique rums. Check out our Special Events where we share the latest on pop-ups with nationally recognized guest bartenders, interactive rum tastings and limited-edition mug release parties. Our team of knowledgeable bartenders also offer personalized experiences, including group cocktail classes, for private parties.

Reserve at The Bamboo Room

Reservations not required, all walk-ins welcome.
Entrance is in the alley east of Clark St, between Hubbard and Illinois.
Valet parking available at Bub City at 435 N Clark
and Il Porcellino at 59 W Hubbard.
We are a 21+ venue.