- 3801 N. Ashland Ave., Lake View
You can't miss the bright blue facade of this American-style pub in Lakeview, which caters to neighborhood folks and transplants coming from Cubs games. The men... READ MORE
You can't miss the bright blue facade of this American-style pub in Lakeview, which caters to neighborhood folks and transplants coming from Cubs games. The men... 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
This Boystown spot is a real neighborhood bar, complete with a screen door. Regulars populate the place during the day; at night and on weekends there's a frien... READ MORE
If you seek a neighborhood bar with an eclectic crowd, this Boystown hangout could be your kind of place. Play darts while sipping on a bottle of the bar's 34 d... READ MORE
A classic Chicago corner bar, this Lakeview spot has no pretensions. Belly up for a beer and you'll find a decent selection of taps, loads of neighborhood regul... READ MORE
Walk down the ramp into this below-grade Lakeview watering hole and you may be surprised to find leis, parrots and other island-style decor, along with your sta... READ MORE
Although you won't see the likes of Bugs Bunny or Woody Woodpecker sipping a brew at Toons, you will find the atmosphere friendly and upbeat. This Wrigleyville ... READ MORE
This Lakeview wine bar offers an atmosphere that's almost like home. Patrons can sink into leather sofas and relax by the fireplace, or get close and personal w... READ MORE
The name is different, but the Reuben and spicy turkey sandwiches remain. The owners behind Southport Sandwich Company have completely renovated the Wrigleyvill... READ MORE
Appropriately named after the froth of a lager, this Scottish pub in Lakeview caters to a diverse crowd of beer-guzzling regulars, after-work folk, weekend barh... READ MORE
Jon Young (of Kitsch'n fame) and his Volo chef-partner Stephen Dunne are behind this upscale bar/restaurant/late night-dining spot in River West. "I don't want ... 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
When you tire of hitting impersonal ultralounges, try this intimate Lakeview spot. It's decidely cozy and old-school, thanks to its friendly bartenders, small s... READ MORE
The Special Export sign out front should give you some idea of what to expect from this low-key Lakeview dive, which, for a long time, even shied away from draf... READ MORE
This River West space hosts ticketed events and private parties. READ MORE
Remember Rehab, the martini lounge attached to Circuit that closed back in ’04? It has reopened in Boystown with a funky mod-meets-modern look. An affordable ... READ MORE
This bumping little bar is covered from floor to ceiling with regal floral wallpaper and Chinese knick-knacks. A few marble-top bistro tables and stools along t... READ MORE
This neighborhood hang in Lakeview offers a no-frills alternative to the bars on Southport with cheap beer, a jukebox and a pool table. READ MORE
The result of a successful Kickstarter campaign, this community-supported brewery is slated to open a retail space this spring. 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