- 22 W. Hubbard St., Near North
The Chicago club hot shots of Rockit Ranch Productions--Billy Dec, Arturo Gomez and Brad Young--are behind this laid-back yet upscale bar and grill. But with an... READ MORE
The Chicago club hot shots of Rockit Ranch Productions--Billy Dec, Arturo Gomez and Brad Young--are behind this laid-back yet upscale bar and grill. But with an... READ MORE
Party in River North till the wee hours of the morning. This nightclub features local DJs spinning house music and themed nights. READ MORE
The tavern first set up shop here in 1957 and offers a well-conceived atmosphere heavy on tradition and clubby, genteel ambience. There's a vintage vacuum-tube ... READ MORE
The Leg Room brings martini madness to Division Street. While trendy, the room certainly out-classes anything else in the vicinity. Plenty of lounge furniture a... READ MORE
This unusual saloon-like club features a rowdy atmosphere complete with dueling pianists who encourage diners to belt out familiar tunes. Bar bites include appe... READ MORE
Surprise, surprise, Small Bar isn't very large. But the tiny bar that could features a monstrous beer selection (120 varieties) and a menu worth looking into. I... READ MORE
The lounge formerly known as Climax has officially changed its name to The Griffin Lounge. Look for a blend of Old World architectural pieces and contemporary d... READ MORE
Pampering and partying go hand in hand at this 5,000-square-foot, late-night "liquor spa." Hotshot New York designers outfitted the space with a 60-foot water w... READ MORE
Jun Bar has chucked its zen-like interior and bamboo accents for a more casual look and a new name: The Shambles. A chalkboard wall advertises beer on tap as we... READ MORE
During the summer, the Conrad Chicago opens an outdoor lounge and restaurant on the fifth floor balcony overlooking Rush and Grand. Its 1950s South Beach theme ... READ MORE
Located next to Double Door in the old Reservation Blues space, this Wicker Park spot exudes a hipster-cool, dive bar-chic attitude courtesy of Matt Eisler and ... READ MORE
Located in the Hotel Sax (formerly the House of Blues Hotel and Kaz Bar), Crimson Lounge features old-fashioned portraits and oil paintings, rich fabrics, perio... READ MORE
More mature bargoers head to this nearly 7,000-square-foot, two-level lounge. Settle into the upstairs bar as musicians tickle the ivories, or head downstairs f... READ MORE
Designed to feel like a penthouse party at your coolest friend's posh pad, this indoor-outdoor bar hopes to evoke a cocktail-party vibe. Outside, expect a glass... READ MORE
This modern sports-focused lounge fancies itself one step above your standard sports bar. Comfy barstools and chairs are fit for extended game-watching, and the... READ MORE
"Kickass bar + comfort food" is the catchphrase at this Southern-inspired spot, where bartenders will shake up mint julep martinis and Peachtree Pale Ale from A... READ MORE
A second location of Wrigleyville's German beerhall-inspired bar has taken over the shuttered Ledge Bar & Grill address. Expect a new facade, bar, furniture, th... READ MORE
Look for lots of naughty schoolgirls serving drinks at this after-school detention-themed club on Division Street. The club took over the space that was once Ba... READ MORE
Enjoy barbecue with beers, tacos with tequila at this suburban restaurant by Rachel Dennis of Lake Street Kitchen + Bar in Oak Park. Chef Jason Kurosaki (Avec, ... READ MORE
This five-level nightclub is in the Excalibur space, spanning more than 60,000 square feet and featuring local and national DJs. Find a craft pub and eatery ser... READ MORE