Drawing Room

Yes, Drawing Room's cozy, old‑world ambience, dim lighting and fireplaces make it well suited to a special evening, and guests have celebrated anniversaries and romantic dinners there.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate; nothing formal is required.

For a quieter, easygoing visit try a Sunday mid‑afternoon (around 3pm), guests report walking in without a reservation, and for a cozy, intimate night choose a winter evening when reviewers praise its warm, fireplace-lit atmosphere.

Yes, Drawing Room welcomes private gatherings; the restaurant's information notes private parties are allowed, and guests have used the space for events such as a baby shower.

The Drawing Room fills up at peak times, guests frequently report waits and say it’s a popular spot that can be hard to find a seat. By contrast, Sunday afternoons (around 3pm) and some off‑peak visits feel much quieter, with guests noting easy walk‑ins and a relaxed pace.

Yes, Drawing Room is family-friendly: guests report family breakfasts and private events like baby showers, and staff have even prepared fancy mocktails for children.

Portions can be substantial for some dishes, guests describe the ham-and-brie sandwich as "generous, " and the Classic breakfast is listed by a guest as two eggs with sausage, bacon, toast, and potatoes.

Sunday afternoons are a lovely pick, a guest visited on a Sunday around 3pm and noted they didn't need a reservation, making it easy for a relaxed visit.

The Drawing Room feels like a warm, old‑world lounge inside the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, think dark wood paneling, hearth fireplaces, dim lighting and comfy leather seating that invite lingering with a cocktail or a book. Guests repeatedly describe it as cozy, historic, and quietly elegant, perfect for a relaxed drink, working quietly, or a mellow evening out.