- 150 S. Michigan Ave., The Loop
This Michigan Avenue staple, the only Bennigan's left in Chicago, draws equal parts tourists and downtown office workers. The menu, downsized from the Bennigan'... READ MORE
This Michigan Avenue staple, the only Bennigan's left in Chicago, draws equal parts tourists and downtown office workers. The menu, downsized from the Bennigan'... READ MORE
One of the most popular stops on the downtown Naperville party trail, Features is a sports bar with a club attitude. During the day, the kitchen churns out dece... READ MORE
Owners for this Lakeview pub, including Irishman Martin Cournane, drew inspiration from fellow countryman Oscar Wilde: Look for traditional Victorian bars (whil... READ MORE
This classy, wood-covered brewpub features a bar/brewing area and a separate dining area. RAM offers a variety of its award-winning beers, including Big Horn He... READ MORE
This Argentinian-flavored restaurant touting itself as "the spirit of Miami Beach meets Buenos Aires" has opened in Naperville. Look for tapas, grilled steaks, ... READ MORE
This mega-sports entertainment complex brings a bit of Las Vegas-sized style to Aurora. Not only is the space a whopping 32,000 square feet (it used to house a ... READ MORE
Kona Grill offers an exotic twist on American cuisine, with influences from throughout the Pacific. The decor rides on massive blue aquariums, towering stone wa... READ MORE
This lounge housed on the top floor of a funky River North building caters to a trendsetting and -seeking crowd that's not afraid to flash some cash on champagn... READ MORE
With a staff that's seriously into seasonal decorating, the look at Green Olive is always changing. Some things do stay constant, though, such as the paintings ... READ MORE
New ownership has transformed Kelly's Corner into Tonik Bar, which brings in a mix of older regulars and local college students. Whether you're a Cubs or a Sox ... READ MORE
Take one part music venue, one part bar and a dash of art gallery and you've got the Whistler. Hometown (especially Logan Square) indie bands and DJs will be in... READ MORE
North Beach has changed owners and management but is back in business after closing for several months of renovations. The sprawling club has two full-size sand... READ MORE
Three wine lovers who put in time at Webster's Wine Bar -- Tonya Pyatt Clemer, Johnny Hap and Jamie McLennan -- are behind this intimate Humboldt Park bar featu... READ MORE
Since 2003, Maxum Sports Bar and Grill has served as a perfect compromise for groups of 20- to 30-somethings looking for a night out. Divided into three areas, ... READ MORE
This Euro-style sports bar is all about providing upscale bar eats in a homey setting, says general manager Tarik Cogal. "Baza" does mean "home" in Ukrainian, a... READ MORE
Four Corners Tavern Group, the force behind neighborhood bars Kirkwood, Schoolyard, WestEnd, Brownstone and others also owns this neighborhood sports bar in Old... READ MORE
This sibling location to Beverly's beloved Cork & Kerry resides in the space formerly housed Bridgeport institution Jimbo's. The bar and grill is about half the... READ MORE
Brendan Sodikoff (Gilt Bar, Curio) describes this two-story West Loop bar and eatery as a "rustic, rough, Frenchy divey bar." The ground floor feels more like a... READ MORE
This neighborhood sports bar serves up more than traditional pub fare: choose anything from make-your-own kobe burgers, calamari tossed in breadcrumbs, buffalo ... READ MORE