A temple to gin in the heart of Logan Square. 1920s spirit, modern craft. Named for those who defied Prohibition.
A "scofflaw" is one who flouts the law — a term coined during Prohibition to shame those who drank illegally. We wear it as a badge of honor. Since 2012, Scofflaw has been Chicago's premier gin destination, offering over 100 gins and a menu of cocktails that balance 1920s decadence with modern precision. Dark wood, velvet banquettes, and a roaring fireplace: this is what a gin palace should feel like.
Inside Scofflaw — where gin reigns supreme
"A gin lover's paradise. The selection is staggering and the bartenders actually guide you through it rather than just reciting a list. The fireplace and velvet booths make it feel like a 1920s club."
"Their Negroni Bianco is the best I've had outside of Italy. Cozy, dimly lit, and unpretentious despite the serious cocktail program. Logan Square's crown jewel."
"Free cookies at midnight. Need I say more? The Corpse Reviver No. 2 is transcendent. Come early on weekends — this place fills up fast and for good reason."
3201 West Armitage Avenue, Logan Square, Chicago