- 1367 W. Erie St., West Town
Irish owned-and-operated, this home-style haunt in West Town features traditional ethnic fare, and--of course--beer and whiskey. The decor is also very Gaelic, ... READ MORE
Irish owned-and-operated, this home-style haunt in West Town features traditional ethnic fare, and--of course--beer and whiskey. The decor is also very Gaelic, ... READ MORE
This slick little bar is tough to spot from the street. Only a neon sign above the front French doors distinguishes it from any other Chicago Avenue storefront.... READ MORE
A savvy and enthusiastic staff, which includes several sommeliers, work the room at this loft-like West Loop wine bar. Guests can order by the flight, glass or ... 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
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
This Wicker Park bar offers the ultimate recession buster: With every drink purchase comes a free 6-inch margherita pizza, which can be customized with your own... READ MORE
This slick sports bar (brought to you by Mod Construction's Karl Spektor and White Sox general manager Kenny Williams) really ups the ante on the West Loop's al... READ MORE
This Irish-American West Loop pub has a warm and friendly feel, mixing old Chicago with ole Ireland. The menu includes options like fish and chips, corned beef ... 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
The team behind Old Town Social -- including executive chef Jared Van Camp -- have opened this eatery in the former March location. Taking its name and style cu... READ MORE
Do you prefer your western shirts from Barneys? Your whiskeys from boutique distilleries? And your tacos with organic, sustainable ingredients? Yes? Then saddle... READ MORE
The menu boasts appetizers, salads and desserts, but let's face it: You go to Piece for pizza and beer. Oblong and in three offerings (red, plain and white), th... READ MORE
The sangria flows freely at this West Loop lounge, which eases into the evening with global downtempo tunes and amps up the energy after 10 p.m. Leather sofas f... READ MORE
As its name implies, the Twisted Spoke is a bar/restaurant with a hard-driving biker motif. But you don't need to drive a Harley to enjoy this eatery. In fact, ... READ MORE
Smoke Daddy Rhythm and Blues, which opened in the summer of 1994, changed hands in 2005. Mike and Doug Dunlay, the cousins behind D.O.C. Wine Bar,Dunlays on the... READ MORE
Brick arches and mirrors behind the bar add a cool cave-like element to this pub, where you can watch the game on several large screen TVs or smaller flatscreen... READ MORE
People Lounge caters to Wicker Park locals with cozy, rustic decor and affordable tapas. The menu features a variety of tapas, from serrano ham-wrapped asparagu... READ MORE
This Division Street pub stays busy pouring English and Irish imports alongside American craft brews. Instead of sharing a pitcher with your crew, go in on a 80... READ MORE