No Vacancy calls itself an elevated dive bar, and it means the contradiction: a loose, come-as-you-are room in River North built around a menu the kitchen describes as back to basics with better ingredients. Much of the food is designed for sharing, with the chef occasionally pulling in flavors from outside the usual bar-food playbook. The birria egg rolls have become a standout on the menu.
Behind the bar, the wine list draws from a private collection spanning multiple centuries, and the beer system is built to cover a wide range of styles. It's not a sports bar, not a wine bar, and not a precious cocktail den — just a River North spot that wants everyone in the room.
Behind the bar, the wine list draws from a private collection spanning multiple centuries, and the beer system is built to cover a wide range of styles. It's not a sports bar, not a wine bar, and not a precious cocktail den — just a River North spot that wants everyone in the room.