J Bar
Prices
Average cocktail: $9.
Description
Two slick rooms awash in shiny mirrored tile and video art and a clientele of only the richest, prettiest Chicagoans. No wonder this spot is in the James Hotel; the place is so packed you're going to have to stay overnight to get a seat. Recently, the place got a face-lift from a new menu of Kobe corn dogs, escargot fritters and oyster shooters (courtesy of Primehouse chef Rick Gresh) and from a new installation by local artist Brian Graves.
Hours
Wed–Fri 6pm–2am; Sat 8pm–3am .