12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago
Cozy seating area in a room with a lit stone fireplace, teal upholstered corner bench, brown leather armchairs, dark wood tables with lamps, and a wall decorated with various framed paintings and portrait artworks.
Cozy vintage bar interior with dark wood counter, an ornate fringed lamp on the marble top, a cake stand with croissants, a white cup, and a back shelf stocked with liquor bottles and glassware, featuring detailed wood carvings and warm lighting.

Chicago's Iconic Hidden Gem

Inside the Chicago Athletic Association

hours

The Drawing Room lobby & common spaces are open 24 hours/daily. Guests can order food and beverages during the hours below:

Daily Breakfast

7am-11am

Monday - Thursday

11am-11pm
kitchen closes at 11pm

Friday & Saturday

11am-12am
kitchen closes at 11pm

Sunday

11am-9pm
kitchen closes at 9pm

Drawing Room features breakfast, afternoon, and evening dining menus for guests.

with options ranging from light bites to more substantial entrées, as well as seasonal and classic cocktails, wines, and a curated selection of beer.

breakfast
to dinner

From lighter fare to more substantial entrées.
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Two people holding slices of toasted bread topped with fresh herbs, tomatoes, and cheese, with a larger piece on a white plate on a table with maroon napkins and additional plates with food.

Private events

at Chicago Athletic Association

The Drawing Room at the Chicago Athletic Association offers a sophisticated and inviting setting for a variety of events, exuding a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Details
Private event space in the Chicago Athletic Association

Gallery

Elegant restaurant interior with ornate dark wood Gothic-style paneling and tall arched stained glass windows letting in soft natural light. The seating area includes a long upholstered banquette with striped fabric, small round tables set with glasses and napkins, cushioned chairs, and decorative pillows on a carpeted floor with intricate patterns. Warm lamps on tables and wall sconces add cozy ambiance.
Two hands holding takeaway coffee cups labeled 'The Drawing Room' in a warmly lit bar or café setting, with pastries under a glass dome and a menu in the background.
Luxurious vintage interior with dark wood ornate arches and panels, tables set with glasses and folded napkins, green and brown leather chairs, lamps providing warm light, framed pictures on the back wall, and a fireplace with chairs arranged around it.
A bowl of yogurt topped with granola, blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries, garnished with a mint leaf, served on a dark wooden table with a glass of orange juice, a cup of coffee with foam and cinnamon, and a fork and knife wrapped in a burgundy napkin.
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