About Velvet Rope Ultra Lounge
The Celebration of a Venue That Brought Community and Nightlife Together
The legendary Oak Park sanctuary
Velvet Rope Ultra Lounge was much more than just another high-end lounge located within your immediate neighborhood. It served as a location where individuals could come to celebrate, socialize, and create long-lasting memories with their family and friends. Velvet Rope Ultra Lounge offered many amenities that were appealing to individuals who wanted to enjoy a fun filled evening. From its inviting environment, to its creative menu of small plates, its extensive selection of craft cocktails, along with live entertainment; there was no shortage of things to do at Velvet Rope Ultra Lounge.
Today, this web site will serve as a tribute to the lounge, and the wonderful community that made it so enjoyable.
Crafted with intention
The details of each element of this space were intentionally crafted to create real connections; Celebrating over a century of inclusive pioneering and exceptional hospitality in Oak Park, IL.
Poured with Intentions
Chef Inspired plates
Vibrant stage
Signature cocktails we created that defined our signature cocktail programs. We took classic drink recipes and gave them creative culinary inspired twists.
Gourmet sliders, short ribs, and handcrafted artisan flat breads that complimented our late night drinks offerings.
Legendary Platform for Drag shows, Live Djs and Unforgettable Community Celebrations.
Welcoming Environment
One of Velvet Rope Ultra Lounges' biggest advantages was its welcoming culture. The lounge took pride in being inclusive of all types of people and became a vital meeting spot for the LGBT community. While the lounge remained welcoming to all members of the community, it especially drew in members of the LGBT community.
Through its inclusive environment, friendly staff, and commitment to helping people meet others and make new connections; Velvet Rope Ultra Lounge fostered life-long relationships and provided patrons with countless unforgettable experiences.
The legendary midnight menu
Though the kitchen has closed, the memory of our chef-inspired small plates and meticulously balanced cocktail pairings remains a testament to Oak Park hospitality.
Savory Masterpieces
Liquid Artistry
From rich short ribs to crispy artisan flatbreads, our plates were crafted to elevate the social dining experience.
Each spirit was selected with care, resulting in signature cocktails that balanced complex botanicals and classic structures.
Our History
The concept behind Velvet Rope Ultra Lounge was to provide patrons with an upscale nightlife experience that was also relatable and comfortable. By offering quality food, unique signature drinks, entertaining live performances, and genuinely caring customer service; Velvet Rope Ultra Lounge quickly became one of the most popular locations in Oak Park for friends and families alike to gather for an evening of fun.
Patrons were able to dine at the lounge during the day or stop by for a cocktail after work. On weekends, they would gather at the lounge to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, etc. No matter why a patron visited the lounge, they always felt like they had found a welcoming space where everyone felt included.
Keeping the Memory Alive
While Velvet Rope Ultra Lounge may have closed down its doors permanently, its presence can still be seen through the eyes of those who continue to reminisce about what made it so special. This web site honors the many stories told by those who dined here regularly or attended some type of event at this beautiful location.