“Modern Neighborhood Bar” to open on corner of 14th & Michigan

Wine will be chilled and stored on the south facing wall.

There’s a new bar going into 1400 S. Michigan Ave. It’s the corner space directly across from Chicago Firehouse. Square One is calling itself a “modern neighborhood bar.” And modern it is. South Loop Connection got a preview of the space from owner, Ron Vaisman, which is scheduled to open in mid-June.

Square One will have three flat screen TVs and one projection TV. Outdoor seating will fill up the space on 14th St. on warm days. The bar at Square One will be fully stocked with liqueur, wine, and beer. Vaisman hopes to serve specialty craft beers as well. Being a modern neighborhood bar, beers and wines will be paired with meats, cheeses, and spreads. Square One will also have a mixologist on staff, so we can expect to see some specialty house cocktails.

The bar inside is made of a combination of concrete and wood, which fits in with the modern theme. A fireplace will be installed on the north wall, while the south wall serves as the wine-tasting station and wine storage space.

As more news becomes available, including the exact opening date, we’ll report it here.