# Storyville > Storyville is Chicago's destination for elevated New Orleans-inspired cuisine and cocktails, located on Clark Street in the heart of River North. The bar and dining space spans three distinct areas: a main dining room with empire chandeliers and plush red booths, a patio featuring traditional New Orleans metalwork, and Lulu's, a speakeasy-style basement lounge adorned with original Storyville décor. The menu draws on the bold flavors of the Big Easy, with dishes like gumbo, andouille sausage, catfish bites with rémoulade, and the beloved bananas foster. Featured in TIME, Thrillist, and Chicago Food Magazine, Storyville also hosts live music, so the atmosphere runs as deep as the food. ## Key facts - **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/storyville-46557 - **Type**: Bars - **Cuisine**: Beer Bar - **Location**: Chicago, IL - **Address**: 712 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, US - **Phone**: 13127419786 - **Website**: https://www.storyvillechicago.com - **Coordinates**: 41.895274, -87.631578 - **Claimed**: unclaimed - **Vibes**: Classy, Cozy, Artistic, Cultural ## About Storyville is Chicago's destination for elevated New Orleans-inspired cuisine and cocktails, located on Clark Street in the heart of River North. The bar and dining space spans three distinct areas: a main dining room with empire chandeliers and plush red booths, a patio featuring traditional New Orleans metalwork, and Lulu's, a speakeasy-style basement lounge adorned with original Storyville décor. The menu draws on the bold flavors of the Big Easy, with dishes like gumbo, andouille sausage, catfish bites with rémoulade, and the beloved bananas foster. Featured in TIME, Thrillist, and Chicago Food Magazine, Storyville also hosts live music, so the atmosphere runs as deep as the food. ## Hours - Tuesday: 4pm - 11:59pm - Wednesday: 4pm - 11:59pm - Thursday: 4pm - 11:59pm - Friday: 12am - 2am, 4pm - 11:59pm - Saturday: 12am - 2am, 11am - 11:59pm - Sunday: 12am - 3am, 11am - 11:59pm ## Highlights - **Famous bananas foster** — Reviewers consistently call the bananas foster a must-order dessert. - **Live music atmosphere** — Live music sets a soulful, New Orleans tone that elevates every visit. - **Three unique spaces** — Choose from a grand dining room, a metalwork patio, or a speakeasy lounge. - **NOLA-inspired menu** — Gumbo, fried chicken wings, and catfish bites bring the Big Easy to Chicago. ## FAQ ### Where is Storyville located? Storyville is located at 712 N Clark St in Chicago's River North neighborhood. ### What are Storyville's hours? Storyville is open Tuesday through Thursday from 4:00 PM to midnight. On Friday, the bar is open from 4:00 PM to midnight and stays open until 2:00 AM. On Saturday, doors open at 11:00 AM and the bar stays open until 2:00 AM. On Sunday, Storyville opens at 11:00 AM and closes at 3:00 AM. The bar is closed on Monday. ### What kind of food and drinks does Storyville serve? Storyville serves elevated New Orleans-inspired cuisine alongside a full cocktail program rooted in French Quarter tradition. The menu features dishes like gumbo, andouille sausage, catfish bites with rémoulade, and fried chicken wings. Brunch is also available on weekends, and the bananas foster is one of the most talked-about items on the menu. You can browse the full menu at storyvillechicago.com. ### What is Franki? 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Live music is a regular feature, and the overall ambiance draws on the soulful, vibrant character of the French Quarter. ### Is Storyville a good spot for groups or special occasions? Storyville works well for group outings, girls' nights, and solo visits alike. The multi-room layout accommodates different group sizes and moods, from the lively main floor to the more intimate speakeasy lounge downstairs. ### Does Storyville serve brunch? Yes, Storyville serves brunch on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 11:00 AM, with a Cajun-inspired menu rooted in New Orleans flavors. ### How can I contact Storyville or make a reservation? You can reach Storyville at (312) 741-9786 or visit storyvillechicago.com to make a reservation and explore the menu. ## Reviews ### izabelvienna — 3.6/5 · Jul 9, 2024 Cajun brunch in river north ### lisettejyoga — 5.0/5 · Jun 19, 2024 We had a great experience!! It was a full house and service was top tier ### alyssaandthecity — 4.3/5 · Jun 17, 2024 Storyville is one of my favorite restaurants in River North! You HAVE to try their banana foster! ### alyssaandthecity — 4.5/5 · Jun 17, 2024 Storyville in Chicago's River North is a New Orleans inspired cocktail lounge with dinner, brunch, and late night parties. Their bananas foster is an amazing dessert! ### cowgirlseat — 4.9/5 · Jul 11, 2023 This spot has some insane #nola inspired food and cocktails‼️😍 I loooved fried chicken wings. 🍗 #chicago #cajunfood #neworleans #creolefood ### dishes_and_tea — 5.0/5 · Jul 9, 2024 Authentic New Orleans beer and food in River North! The gumbo was amazing and I also enjoyed the cat fish bites with rémoulade. ## Nearby - [Starbucks Reserve Roastery](https://frankiapp.com/business/starbucks-reserve-roastery-27477) — Coffee Shop - 646 N Michigan Ave (at E Erie St), Chicago, IL 60611, US - [Time Out Market Chicago](https://frankiapp.com/business/time-out-market-chicago-27466) — American - 916 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, US - [Kasama](https://frankiapp.com/business/kasama-23977) — Filipino - 1001 N Winchester Ave (at Augusta Blvd), Chicago, IL 60622, US - [La Grande Boucherie](https://frankiapp.com/business/la-grande-boucherie-100562) — French - 431 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654, US - [Rose Mary](https://frankiapp.com/business/rose-mary-17514) — Italian - 932 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607 , US - [Olio e Più - Chicago](https://frankiapp.com/business/olio-e-piu-chicago-101445) — Italian - 445 N Dearborn St , Chicago, IL 60654-4601, US - [Lost Never Found](https://frankiapp.com/business/lost-never-found-48948) — Bar - 3660 N Clark St (W Waveland Ave), Chicago, IL 60613, US - [Levain Bakery](https://frankiapp.com/business/levain-bakery-34201) — Bakery · $$$$ - 840 W Randolph St , Chicago, IL 60607, US --- View full profile, photos, videos, and reviews on Franki: https://frankiapp.com/business/storyville-46557