The River Kitchen and Bar

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The River Kitchen and Bar

6.7

Massive, modern sports bar with multiple bars, booths, patio, TVs & basic American bar food.

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2909 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, United States

Monday - Wednesday: 5 PM–12 AM

Thursday - Friday: 5 PM–2 AM

Saturday: 11 AM–3 AM

Sunday: 11 AM–12 AM

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William McCord

10

I had the most fun at their drag brunch! The acts are pretty unique, the ladies were fun and they brought it!!! The food was pretty good, basic breakfast/brunch food. Eh… it’s pretty expensive though. I believe it’s like $60 per person, it includes drinks and food. I don’t drink, so the $60 seems like a steep price for someone just eating eggs and bacon and seeing a drag show. Would be great if they offered a less expensive option for people who don’t drink.


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Adrian

6

You go here for the show. Food as part of the brunch package is very average, tables are too close to each other, it’s hard to navigate around, which also makes a bit hard to watch the performances, performers do make an effort to go around the entire place. You are only allowed to be there for about 90 minutes, which seems a bit rushed. Overall, it’s worth as a one time thing, mostly for the performances. Service is also attentive.


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Peggy Volker

10

Went for their drag brunch...You come here for the entertainment & drinks. The go-go boys performances made the experience--they were AMAZING!! The food is fine, but the drinks were on point! Great selection of unlimited alcohol--great value. Again, you go for Funday Sunday. If you're looking for a true brunch to eat--don't come here. Go eat at a "regular" brunch restaurant. You won't be disappointed.


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Robin Giovannielli

10

Love RIVER!!! Great food, great service, clean and so nice inside! Alyssa was our server she was so sweet, food came so fast and drinks were great!


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Katie Trimble

10

I did the drag brunch here and I cannot explain how happy we were!!! Sean was our waiter and he did such a good job being attentive towards us always making sure our mimosas were full and we had the food we wanted. The drag was INCREDIBLE!!! Outfits were so fun and they brought the energy for sure! It was a nice balance between saucy and fun. Would definitely recommend!! Absolutely fantastic.


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Mark Wilcox

2

The worst service I've ever experienced. It was actually unbelievable. 1. It took 30-40 minutes for anyone to take our drink order or even acknowledge we were there, the only reason they eventually took our order was because we flagged down a waitress. It was like pulling teeth. 2. They charge for refills of Pepsi. I've never seen this in my life. Plus they didn't pay attention to my drink, I had to leave my table and walk up to the bar whenever I needed a refill. The waitresses and bartenders were huddled in a corner texting, while customers were waiting. 3. At the bar I asked the bartender for a refill of my Pepsi. He overfilled it, Pepsi everywhere, sticky cup, and he handed it to me. I looked at him like he was crazy, then I asked for a napkin to wipe my drink glass clean because he wasn't going to, he said we don't have any napkins. At this point I am MIND BLOWN at how bad this service is. 4. Finally as we were leaving, our receipt had a "Delivery Fee" on it. Bro what. A delivery fee? We ate inside the restaurant. 5. Overall it was easily the worst dining experience I've ever had. I've never made an online review for anything but this was so bad I needed to tell someone. French Fries were decent. I'm never going back and neither should you.


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Brody Tate

10

The best drag brunch in the city. Hands down the best. I bring all my visiting friends/family. The staff and performers have been incredible for all the years I’ve been coming. We’ve had birthdays, graduations, a baby shower, a divorce party here. 12/10.


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Christina Meyer

4

We attended the drag show brunch here for my birthday. This wasn't my first drag show brunch, and I have to say, I wasn't particularly impressed. We had a 1pm reservation but didn’t get seated until 1:30, and then we were asked to leave by 2:30, so the entire experience felt rushed. The mimosas were premixed, and while they were okay, they were mostly juice. Although the menu featured other drinks, we never got a chance to order any. The food was a basic platter of eggs, bacon, and sausage. We paid $81 per person (including tip and taxes), and with 12 of us, that added up to $1000 for eggs, bacon, and juiced mimosas. Other shows usually offer a prefixed menu with a full two-hour experience. While the performers were good, it was difficult to see them for most of the show. Overall, it wasn’t worth the money. Also the music was ridiculously too loud where we couldn’t hear anybody speak.

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2909 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, United States

Monday - Wednesday: 5 PM–12 AM

Thursday - Friday: 5 PM–2 AM

Saturday: 11 AM–3 AM

Sunday: 11 AM–12 AM

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