Seedlip in Chicago, IL

Dearly Beloved is a self-described "cocktail restaurant" from Machine Hospitality Group, which opened in May 2024 in River North's former Kiki's Bistro space at 900 N Franklin St. The beverage program is led by mixologist and beverage director Aneka Saxon, who sourced ingredients on travels through six countries. Alongside its spirited menu, the venue maintains a permanent "Zero Proof Cocktails" section rather than a one-off list — a commitment Saxon highlights as core to the program. Named non-alcoholic builds include Clearly Cultured (with Seedlip Grove), Understory (Heywell lime adaptogen soda), Fresh Cut Grass (dandelion honey, grasshopper syrup, liquid chlorophyll, lime), and Soda Pop (orgeat, oat milk, coconut soda, orange flower and rose water). A Happy Hour zero-proof option, Zeal Without the Rest, uses the Crodino NA aperitif. In January 2025 the venue hosted Chicago's Spirit-Free Cocktail Fest, pouring eight zero-proof drinks.

The Loyalist is a chef-driven restaurant and bar that opened in summer 2016 at 177 N Ada Street in Chicago's West Loop, occupying the garden level beneath Smyth, its three-Michelin-starred sibling. Both are run by husband-and-wife chefs and co-owners John Shields and Karen Urie Shields, who met at Charlie Trotter's; Karen Urie Shields earned a James Beard "Outstanding Chef" nomination in 2024. The Loyalist is the more casual, neighborhood-bistro counterpart, known for its cheeseburger and an ingredient-focused menu. Its bar runs a dedicated "Spirit Free Cocktails" section of seasonal zero-proof drinks alongside its full cocktail list. Current named options include an Herbal & Citrus build with Seedlip Garden, basil, yuzu and ginger; a Velvety & Smooth amaretto-style drink with Lyre's Amaretti and almond orgeat; and a Juicy mix of Seedlip Grove, pineapple, smoked morita pepper and lime. Athletic Brewing non-alcoholic beers are also poured.