No Vacancy
Manja Petrov · 213 Google reviewsNo Vacancy — River North bar & grill anchored by the Birria Egg Rolls. The kind of place your parents probably knew about too. There's real intention behind the cocktail list, and open late. "The grouper sandwich was perfectly seasoned and flavorful" — Derek Babcock [$$]
What 278 diners keep saying
What 278 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Top shelve scotch and bourbon. Fabulous menu. Excellent vegetarian options”
“Swanky bar in the River North neighborhood. Get one of the mixologist concoctions. Watch the beer tap! Very impressive”
“What a great new addition to the River North area! Thanks for the hospitality and the great vibes. Will be back many times!”
“Great bar for simply grabbing a drink and/or watching a Bears game! John was an awesome bartender and made a fantastic rec for the burger!”
“Grab a spot at the bar ( knee friendly seat) — it’s snug, friendly, and perfect for chatting. The bartender is hilarious, super welcoming, and just casually drops that he can speak Greek. Love this place.”
“We had a convention in Chicago and stumbled across NO VACANCY. The night before a group of us had gone to a famous pizza place and had a poor experience with the bar, cleanliness of the bathroom, other things. When we walked in and were greeted by Kostis we instantly knew we had a different experience headed our way. He and his team were professional, offered recommendations, which we took and we were delighted. Unfortunately good service is hard to find. This is not the case with Kostis and the team there.”
“I travel full-time. The food here is amazing. Best apps, staff and vibe in the city. Happy hour is lit.”
“Honestly appetizers were amazing cocktails were great and above all the customer service really is what made it for us. Kostis was an amazing server and great conversation!”
“Our late-night dinner at No Vacancy Chicago was nothing short of exceptional! The **NV Burger** with an egg was an absolute standout—cooked to a perfect medium, with the patty juicy and flavorful, and the egg adding a rich, indulgent touch. Every bite was a delightful mix of savory goodness that truly satisfied. The **curly fries** were insanely good—crispy, perfectly seasoned, and seriously addictive. We loved them so much that we couldn't help but order a second basket at **11 PM**—hands down, some of the **best fries I've ever had in Chicago**. The **grilled chicken** was equally impressive—tender, moist, and packed with a deliciously smoky flavor. But what truly made the night memorable was **Kostas, the bartender**. He was an absolute **sweetheart**—friendly, attentive, and genuinely passionate about making sure we had a great experience. His warm hospitality added a personal touch that made us feel right at home. **No Vacancy** truly delivers on quality food, great vibes, and top-notch service. We can’t wait to come back for more!”
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