The hotel also boasted social events, gold, sports leagues, a library, solarium, and an in-house magazine.

While the show was broadcast from the Allerton, McNeill's guests included regular Fran Allison.

[5] After the Allerton Hotel was declared a Chicago landmark, it closed in August 1998 through May 1999 for a $40 million renovation.

[8] The new owners ended the affiliation with Crowne Plaza and on February 2, 2007, the property was re-christened The Allerton Hotel.

[9] They announced renovation plans which included a possible reopening the Tip Top Tap on the hotel's 23rd floor.