- 829 N. State St., Gold Coast
You won't find any frills at this neighborhood pub in the Gold Coast -- just cheap drinks and American comfort food to snack on. This casual after-work spot is... READ MORE
You won't find any frills at this neighborhood pub in the Gold Coast -- just cheap drinks and American comfort food to snack on. This casual after-work spot is... READ MORE
Timothy O'Toole's is located at 622 N. Fairbanks Court, Chicago. 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
Pippin's prides itself on having the oldest liquor license on Rush Street (since 1949). A sports bar that serves free popcorn, Pippin's has a big sandwich menu... 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 two-story restaurant/lounge is comfortably clubby and upscale without being intimidating. Though you might expect a dress code, there isn't one, meaning bl... READ MORE
This trusty neighborhood hangout features a huge outdoor beer garden with volleyball courts and beanbag games, plus lots of space inside to enjoy pizza, sandwic... READ MORE
Most of the food is homemade at this all-ages bar and restaurant. Pizza is especially popular, along with salads, ribs and the Friday all-you-can-eat fish fry. READ MORE
Things really get hopping at Rand Road House after 1 a.m. There's a great beer garden with live music in the summer, and the kitchen serves up steak, ribs, fish... READ MORE
This bar and eatery inside the Sutton Place Hotel was once named The Whiskey, renamed Mexx Kitchen, and now has returned to its original name. Features a primo ... 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
The W Hotel - Lakeshore's chic restaurant specializes in Mediterranean-inflected small plates. Moroccan-spiced prawns, braised duck flatbread and a citrus and h... 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
Khiava Bar-lounge serves Italian appetizers and specializes in custom cocktails such as white cranberry cosmos, blueberry daiquiris and mojitos. There's also a ... READ MORE
The team behind Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse and Hugo's Frog Bar run a much more neighborhoody spot with Luxbar. Seating mixes leather booths with 1940s-inspired ta... READ MORE
First and foremost, C-View--the lounge on the rooftop of the Affinia Chicago Hotel's 29th floor--offers incredible views of the Chicago skyline. Enclosed by a h... READ MORE
Located in the Des Plaines Golf Center, you'll find crowds in their late 20s to 50s at Club Casa Cafe coming straight off the course. The menu features casual e... READ MORE
The owners of Manor are behind this Gold Coast bar and eatery in the former Cactus and Melvin B's spaces (including their iconic patios) in the historic Cedar H... READ MORE
Each week, one member of the cast hosts a stand-up showcase featuring five local comedians and a visiting national guest. Cast includes Marty DeRosa, Danny Ka... READ MORE
This 50-seat outdoor bar and restaurant is located within the W Hotel and is open during the summer months with a fantastic view of Navy Pier and Lake Michigan.... READ MORE