Aviary

Chicago, US

Molecular gastronomist Grant Achatz is behind Chicago phenomenon Aviary. Opened in 2011 – with people queueing for six hours to be among the first in – the Micah Melton-led team of bartenders, dubbed ‘sous chefs’, arrive hours before opening to prep ingredients for science-led pours. Ordered at guests’ tables and created behind closed doors, these include the Jungle Bird, a study in liquid density containing layers of rum, Campari and pineapple-lime syrup, with suspended rum ‘pearls’. The cocktail tasting menu, paired with small bites, is a good way to experience it all – including the 39 variations of ice.

Key Information

• Average price per cocktail $25
• Evening: Mon – Sun
• +1 312 226 0868
• Visit Aviary's Website

Location

955 West Fulton Market, West Loop, Chicago, IL 60607