Ghost Donkey - River North - Chicago, Illinois

Joshua H.

Went on a Thursday afternoon for their happy hour, from 4-8, which can’t be beat! The $2 tacos and $7 margaritas were fantastic. Definitely would recommend making a reservation so you don’t end up standing at the bar but the service and atmosphere makes up for it all. Can’t wait to go back and bring all my friends.

Be sure to sign up for free to the Donkey Den on their website and receive a special welcome offer 😉

Tasia C. (.

Came here for a happy hour and immediately loved the place’s ambience! The neon lightning and medium-sized layout was so cute! It was pretty busy when we came here so it took a minute for a bartender to come to us but once we got one, we were checked on and taken care of!

We got a couple of shots, spicy margarita, house margarita, Paloma, quesadillas, and steak tacos (they are $2 for happy hour!). The drinks were kind of mediocre but the food was pretty tasty! We have to come back to try it again to see if the drinks are better not during happy hour.

Ryan S.

I had never heard of this place until a friend invited us. Located in a prime location right on Hubbard, you might miss it walking by. You enter via a long staircase up a couple flights, and are greeted by loud music and a strong incense aroma. There’s the bar, tables, booths, and couches. It can be loud and crowded, but the happy hour is generous and the food is quite good. I’d come back on a less busy night!

mercides S. H.

It was a really festive vibe we were offered a welcome shot of the house margarita super refreshing... the esquites and Guacamole were very delicious the tacos were seasoned perfectly I loved the mushroom taco I wasn't in love with the cocktails the server was really nice and patience I would definitely go back

Josh B.

Fun Mezcal cocktail spot, serving tacos and has a great happy hour, this is going to be an after work hot spot.

The Mezcal Carajillo was one of the best I had and the Highland Picnic was a great balance of smoky and sweet. We came by on a Thursday at 7p and it was packed with people from after work getting a little wild. Decor is awesome, and they had an awesome selection of mezcal cocktails. Not that many people were eating but I'd like to come back and try some tacos.

Staff was super friendly and everyone was laughing and joking around with each other and customers, that's how you know people are happy and in a good spot.

Misty L.

This place was so fun and cute! We came here after a delicious sushi dinner downstairs at Blue Sushi Sake, and were delighted by the twinkly light decor. Sit at the bar or near it for the most fun!

I'm an Old Fashioned girl and the Moda Antigua cocktail was dangerous. My friend had the mushroom margarita (!!) and another had a mezcal drink with a donkey toy in it! So cute. This is gonna be a very hot spot soon.

There is a private room spot for parties that looked very cool. We'll be back for tacos.

Bethany M.

Went to the space for happy hour - great deals and enjoyed the Stealth margarita l. Ordered a chicken tinga and carne asada taco - the carne had great flavor, but the chicken tinga was a lot spicier than expected. We also enjoyed the mushroom and corn quesadilla. The service was less than stellar as the server only came once to get our drink order. We had to flag a random staff member for our bill and no one was able to find the tab. After several minutes the server came over to us and we had to repeat back everything we had ordered to get our check. I am hopeful this is just because the establishment is newer and working through start up hiccups. The space is great for both small and large gatherings in terms of space and layout

Aesha B.

Love the drinks and food!!! They have the cutest Photo Booth and the service was great! Fun time all around. Seating is a little limited but still a hidden gem so def recommend!!!