- 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
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
"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
This Humboldt Park hangout, long known as Black Beetle Bar & Grill, now sports a shortened name, a freshened-up interior and a sandwich and pizza-focused menu.... READ MORE
The name says it all: This West Town neighborhood dive prides itself on its a classier edge. And as of late 2011, you'll find an expanded brunch menu and a comp... READ MORE
The former Sweetwater space has new owners and a new name: Lusha's Restaurant and Bar. The menu has changed to casual instead of pricey, ditching steaks and lob... READ MORE
The folks from Lodge Management Group--the group who operates a plethora of bars on the tourist-friendly stretch of Division Street (like The Original Mother’s ... READ MORE
Isn't it ironic that Bottom Lounge reopened under the "L" tracks, after the original Lakeview location was closed in late 2005, and ultimately torn down, to mak... READ MORE
Since new ownership took over the former George's Place location, CrossTown Pub & Grill has become a haven for video game players who like to show off their ski... READ MORE
Tommy Nevin's Pub in Naperville may have the same menu of Irish comfort food as its Evanston counterpart, but it brings in the mid-30s crowd instead of college ... READ MORE
Need a stiff drink? You're in good hands here. This dark wood-paneled Wicker Park pub is run by brothers Eric and Dan Palm, who have spent years serving locals ... READ MORE
Offering an meat-intensive bar menu -- think duck and rabbit sausages -- the Aberdeen Tap provides West Town locals with a place to pair a hearty meal with a cr... READ MORE
This Ukrainian Village bar is an equal-opportunity sports spot – you’ll find baseball, basketball, football and hockey games broadcasted on 16 TVs, as long as i... READ MORE