The Aviary bar interior
By Alinea Group · Fulton Market

The
Aviary

Cocktail theatre at the highest level. Fire, smoke, liquid nitrogen, and impossible vessels — each drink is a performance from the mind of three-Michelin-starred Chef Grant Achatz.

The Laboratory

Where Science Meets Spirits

The Aviary redefines what a cocktail bar can be. Inside this industrial-chic space in Chicago's Fulton Market District, mixologists operate like lab technicians — centrifuges spin, liquid nitrogen billows, and impossible presentations emerge from behind the glass kitchen.

Every cocktail on the bird-themed tasting menu arrives as a self-contained narrative. A drink might be served in a porthole infuser, encased in ice, or delivered with its own aromatic smoke cloud. Paired with a precise small plate, each course is a complete sensory journey.

Cocktail with smoke presentation

"An extraordinary cocktail experience that's absolutely worth it. The mixologists deserve serious credit for their thoughtful experimentation with flavors from around the world."

— Brandy Jay, Guest

The Flight

Gallery

Reviews

★★★★★

"One of the highlights of my trip. The cocktails are not just visually appealing but taste great as well. Definitely returning."

— Jake Hewitt
★★★★★

"Some presentations came with fire, others with smoke. They all came with incredible flavor. Not cheap, but it IS worth it."

— Brandy Jay
★★★★★

"A perfect late-night spot for great conversations and drinks that ooze personality. The bird-themed menu brings creativity and drama."

— Binoy Vasavada

Visit

Location

955 W Fulton Market
Chicago, IL 60607

Reservations

theaviary.com
Reservations essential

Notes

21+ only
Cocktail tasting menus
Private events available