Dining and drinks
Join us for afternoon tea where Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Diana once visited, and dine in the historic venue where Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio carved their initials while enjoying their favorite Eggs Benedict. Later, enjoy Executive Pour Martinis and Bookbinders Red Snapper Soup at the second establishment to receive a Chicago liquor license post-Prohibition. Room service is also available with a seasonal menu.
Cafe on Oak
Cafe on Oak is a beach side restaurant overlooking Lake Michigan in the Gold Coast neighborhood, serving breakfast delights. Offering a thoughtfully curated menu filled with classics, savory dishes, and healthy options, Cafe on Oak is the perfect start to your day. Enjoy a cozy, bright atmosphere with a variety of seating options and nods to history over hot coffee and a plate of pancakes, waffles, avocado toast, or eggs. Top it off with classic Drake Hotel breakfast cocktails, fit for every occasion.
Coq d'Or
Coq dOr is a Gold Coast neighborhood favorite with a modern twist. The legendary bar opened to a line of thirsty patrons, after the repeal of Prohibition, on December 6, 1933. The reinvented menu, with a new take on traditional cocktails and dishes of the decades, takes you on a Centurion journey through the history of The Drake Hotel. Live music is performed every Friday and Saturday. As a Surfrider Foundation Ocean Friendly Restaurant, Coq d'Or is dedicated to sustainable service.
Drake Delights
Convenience meets indulgence with the Drake Delights Food-to-Room Delivery Service.
Lavazza
Lavazza Espressions is the perfect spot to enjoy fresh breakfast sandwiches, pastries, sandwiches, wraps, or salads when you're on the go. Sip on a blended coffee or refreshing juice before taking on your meeting, shopping in the Gold Coast, heading to the Lake Shore Path or exploring of Magnificent Mile. Take your items to go or sit and stay awhile.
Palm Court
For those who love their afternoon teas fresh, colorful, fragrant, and steeped in history, Palm Court at The Drake Hotel, serving tea for nearly a century in the Gold Coast neighborhood of Chicago, is the quintessential Magnificent Mile afternoon tea experience. Even the Queen and Princess Diana have made their royal visits here. Your afternoon tea begins with a peruse of the Palais de Thes menu, which features 17 unique tea blends including classic selections like the English Breakfast and Earl Grey to modern yet delightful twists like the Mélange du Cap, a delicious pairing of cocoa nibs and vanilla pods against a delicate rooibos backdrop, for a warm and sophisticated blend.