- 678 N. Orleans St., River North
The bar in this River North building built in 1872--a year after the Chicago Fire--has a colorful history as a grocery store, restaurant and speakeasy. Antiques... READ MORE
The bar in this River North building built in 1872--a year after the Chicago Fire--has a colorful history as a grocery store, restaurant and speakeasy. Antiques... READ MORE
This upscale urban bar and restaurant is accented by funky artwork and upbeat music. The menu offers a wide assortment of oversized sandwiches, appetizers, sala... READ MORE
This River North bar takes after Prohibition-era speakeasies - meaning low profile, low light, craft cocktails, champagne and secret entrances. It doubles as a ... READ MORE
This Mexican eatery near the Mag Mile serves cocktails and a selection of tacos, salads and small plates, like shrimp ceviche, baked cheese and chorizo and guac... READ MORE
Named after the Gibson martini (garnished with an onion), this steakhouse celebrates all things big and brawny. Says owner John Colletti: "We're known for big m... READ MORE
Newly relocated to the space previously occupied by Privet, the Backroom is one of the city's oldest jazz clubs on one of the Gold Coast's trendiest stretches. ... READ MORE
Right in the middle of the Gold Coast hype but worlds away in atmosphere, this charming and friendly piano bar is located on the first floor of a vintage apartm... READ MORE
So why is it called the Frog Bar? "My grandfather, whose nickname was Frog, was a general in the British Army, Bruce "Frog" Hay." says Hugo's dapper owner, Hugo... READ MORE
This piano bar exudes a more laid-back atmosphere than its neighbors. The intimate setting of small tables and scattered barstools complements the live music: u... READ MORE
Bucking the hotel-lobby-as-living-room trend popularized by the W Hotel chain, the bar at the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower is removed from the activity of the co... READ MORE
This Irish bar-restaurant boasts a 53-foot main bar, nine 42-inch plasma TVs and a 4 a.m. liquor license. This Gold Coast spot is the sixth location of a pub es... READ MORE
This blues bar features nightly jazz acts and standard cocktails, champagne and craft beer selections. READ MORE