- 3201 N. Halsted St., Lake View
This Lakeview staple walks the line between bar and restaurant with an artistic martini list�and lots of�"small" plates (small is an understatement�they're near... READ MORE
This Lakeview staple walks the line between bar and restaurant with an artistic martini list�and lots of�"small" plates (small is an understatement�they're near... READ MORE
In 1987, Connie and Richard Vonachen closed down the vintage clothing shop they were operating and opened Ten Cat Tavern in its place. It was a natural thing to... READ MORE
At some "Irish" bars, the most they have in common with Ireland is Guinness on tap and cardboard shamrocks taped to windows. Not so here. Co-partners John Phela... READ MORE
This cozy gay bar in Boystown has been around since 1978 and describes itself as a neighborhood-oriented and "straight-friendly" spot with darts and music video... READ MORE
This neighborhood Italian place in Lakeview offers pizza, pasta dishes and enormous Italian sandwiches for the very hungry. As much a bar as a restaurant, there... READ MORE
You can get lost for hours in this games complex, a high-energy, neon-lit emporium that whips together '50s-era carnival games, Vegas-style casino games, video ... READ MORE
This Lakeview Mexican restaurant that claims to serve the "Killer Margarita" is family owned and operated and located mere steps from Belmont and Boystown. Sip ... READ MORE
This New Orleans-themed eatery in Lakeview eschews kitsch for class, with appealing French Quarter decor and an ambitious menu of Cajun dishes, including the al... READ MORE
This classy pool hall and restaurant features 27 professional tables on two floors. No dark smoke-filled room here; the exposed brick walls, high-top tables and... READ MORE
The rock 'n' roll theme at this West Town spot mixes an old-school 1940s deco element with modern touches. Sidle up to the 75-foot, L-shaped bar or settle into ... READ MORE
Christopher Peckat, who also owns Beer next door, opened this American smokehouse in the former Improv Kitchen address in Wrigleyville. Chow down on tender, smo... READ MORE
This homey lounge with a living-room vibe is located adjacent to beach-bash bar Uncle Fatty's Rum Resort. Stacked stone and cedar beams lend a contemporary cabi... READ MORE
If you're looking for a drink to wash down the eats at Clark Street Dog, look no further than next door to find this small Lakeview bar featuring a casual vibe... READ MORE
Reggae tunes, a subtle island vibe and authentic yet affordable Jamaican cuisine is the goal at this lounge named after a Bob Marley tune. The jukebox and ornat... READ MORE
Pops for Champagne reconcepted its basement jazz lounge into a vintage-inspired drinking parlor. To get there, enter through Pops and look for the "W" above the... READ MORE
Formerly known as Opera Ultra Lounge in the weeks prior to opening, this club is now called 8 Fifty 8. In the works for November launch is a group drink package... READ MORE
You can see this urban farmhouse tavern's pledge to keep it local written all over the menu -- from the mussels in Half Acre Gossamer with red peppers, corn, sc... READ MORE
This elegant wine and champagne salon adjacent to Nellcote, is helmed by sommelier Jason Wagner. The name, short for the French label recoltants manipulants, in... READ MORE
Go global at this artfully decorated Lakeview pub, which serves 28 rotating craft brews on tap, classically-inspired cocktails and "global street snacks." READ MORE
Looking for bottle service? Plan the next girls' or guys' night out at this glam Near North nightclub, which hosts DJs from all over the world. READ MORE