- 1137 W. Granville Ave., Edgewater
This gay-and-lesbian pub stands alone from the typical Boystown bars, both in location and in character. There’s quite the range of clientele that frequents thi... READ MORE
This gay-and-lesbian pub stands alone from the typical Boystown bars, both in location and in character. There’s quite the range of clientele that frequents thi... READ MORE
It's known for its tin ceilings and Romantic-era paintings, but this spot's claim to fame remains "About Last Night...," the 1986 movie about the singles scene.... READ MORE
This neighborhood sports bar, open since 1993, is equipped with 24 satellite hook-ups and plentiful TV screens. Check out three pool tables in the back, Golden ... READ MORE
This River North multi-level watering hole (pronounced "fi-doe") means "long ago" in Gaelic, capturing the feel of a traditional Irish pub. In fact, it's almost... READ MORE
This friendly little Edgewater spot has the cheap drinks and laid-back atmosphere you'd expect from a dive bar, but there's also a dance floor with DJs spinning... READ MORE
This River North after work and nightspot bridges the gap between a neighborhood bar and a club. This is the place to try a new martini -- there are 40 to choos... READ MORE
A long, narrow room with brick walls and an impressive back bar that dates back more than 100 years, O'Callaghan's draws journalists and others who work nearby.... READ MORE
With free pool, Wii games and Wi-Fi, there are plenty of things to keep you entertained at this friendly Edgewater bar that also serves up cheap drinks. READ MORE
Premium wines, champagnes and spirits are offered, plus a specialty martini menu. The seasonal outdoor terrace offers garden seating and occasional live music. READ MORE
Welcoming everyone from the hip to the haggard, Rossi’s is an equal opportunity dive bar. "My favorite memory is when I saw (Cubs catcher) Todd Huntley sitting ... READ MORE
The Lobby at The Peninsula Chicago has cocoa lovers in mind with its Chocolate Bar. From 8 p.m.-midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, an all-you-can-eat chocolate ... READ MORE
India House has opened in the former Zinfandel space in River North. This is the first Chicago location for the independent chain, with outposts in Schaumburg, ... READ MORE
Billing itself as one of the cheapest bars in Chicago, this 50-year-old Edgewater haunt attracts a mix of older regulars and younger hipsters with its casual vi... READ MORE
At Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago, cocktailers in the mezzanine level lounge, Rebar, are wowed by views that create a feeling of floating over the Ch... READ MORE
This no-frills bar and grill provides a welcome contrast to River North's fancier bars and clubs. Cheap bottled beer, straight-forward mixed drinks and sandwich... READ MORE
You can see this urban farmhouse tavern's pledge to keep it local written all over the menu -- from the mussels in Half Acre Gossamer with red peppers, corn, sc... READ MORE
Joining siblings in Edison Park, McHenry, Schaumburg and Union Station, the Gold Coast outpost of The Snuggery takes the former spot of sports bar Finn McCool's... READ MORE
Hawaiian themed restaurant. READ MORE
From the Rosebud restaurant group, this spot features modern Italian small plates, homemade pastas, seafood dishes, classic cocktails and an affordable wine lis... READ MORE
The owners of this Irish spot aim to offer grub that goes above standard pub fare when it opens in the former Old Town Brasserie space. The restaurant's opening... READ MORE