- 411 S. Wells St., The Loop
One of three similar places on "Traders Beach," Alcock's is directly across the street from Cactus Cantina. "Enjoy a martini on our Olympic-theme deck," says c... READ MORE
One of three similar places on "Traders Beach," Alcock's is directly across the street from Cactus Cantina. "Enjoy a martini on our Olympic-theme deck," says c... READ MORE
The twentysomething waitress serving the outdoor cafe at the Artists' Restaurant (or Artists' Cafe, as it is popularly known) wears an outfit suitable for a wo... READ MORE
A rich mahogany wood interior, spacious bar and elegant Italian marble floors give this restaurant a sleek, contemporary appeal. Its seasonal outdoor deck over... READ MORE
Miller's is a Loop tradition, and one of the few places in the area offering bar service until the early morning hours. "We're not trying to be fancy. We're tak... READ MORE
When you walk into Cavanaugh's, you will think you walked onto the set of "Cheers." Located on the west side of the Monadnock Building, the bar has an alley e... READ MORE
This bar inside the Renaissance Hotel is cooler than your average lobby bar. Snacks include "truffalo" wings, decadent drumsticks glazed in a truffle-honey sauc... READ MORE
Dive bar purists can't get enough of the quick drinks at this Loop watering hole. READ MORE
Like its darker, subterranean brother off North Michigan Avenue, this Billy Goat tavern serves up the cheeseburgers made famous by a 1970s ''Saturday Night L... READ MORE
Theatergoers looking for a post-show place can head to this splashy restaurant/lounge. Located next to the Cadillac Palace Theatre, the spot attracts a big lunc... READ MORE
Heart-warming pub food, 16 draft import beers and single-malt scotches make Elephant & Castle an appealing after-work haven. Dark wood rules, as you might expec... READ MORE
Lunch out at this downtown pub where the steaks are cheap, the atmosphere is notoriously "Cheers"-like and the regulars include everyone from attorneys to city... READ MORE
This Loop dive is a favorite among bike messengers and brokers who wander over from the nearby Board of Trade. The booze is cheap and you can catch up-and-comin... READ MORE
Like the city's first two outposts, this downtown locale is named after the 14th-century epithet given to the wife of King Charles I. Complete with mahogany fur... READ MORE
Brought to you by the guys behind Vaughan's Pub and Mystic Celt, this pub is located in the historic 35 East Wacker Drive Building. Its prime Loop location make... READ MORE
Think of this handsome spot across from Millennium Park as an Irish pub that went to culinary school. It's got that slap-you-on-the-back charm, but it also goes... READ MORE
The folks behind local mini-chain Taco Fresco and Fuego Loco: Cantina & Salseria are behind this casual full-service Mexican eatery in the Sears Tower. We're be... READ MORE
Nestled in the Loop, Brando's aims to offer something for every crowd: martinis for the lounge set, Italian food for the snackers, karaoke for entertainers at h... READ MORE
Brought to you by Fall Out Boy bassist Pete Wentz and partners Matt Eisler (Empire Liquors, Bar DeVille) and Stephen Westman--plus celebrity gossip blogger Pere... READ MORE
Pull up a seat and watch the game at this bar in the Millennium Station Pedway while you wait for the train. READ MORE