King of Cups

King of Cups is a gothic-chic craft cocktail lounge nestled in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood at 2238 N Lincoln Ave, established in May 2019. The intimate 1,000-square-foot space seats 60 and features ornate gilded chandeliers, cozy leather booths, and a striking elevated throne flanked by a full suit of armor. Elaborate framed portraits showcase royals and cultural icons including Elvis and David Bowie. The venue offers nightly tarot readings—complimentary on Fridays—and an eclectic entertainment program dedicated to educating guests on cocktail art and history. Signature drinks include Maximillian the Imposter and Virtuous Queen. Open Monday-Thursday 5 PM to 2 AM, Friday-Saturday 4 PM to 2 AM.