- 694 N. Milwaukee Ave., River West
Formerly known as Juicy Wine Bar, this friendly West Town spot is dedicated to fabulous wines, tasty cheeses and artisanal meat, with a handful of signature coc... READ MORE
Formerly known as Juicy Wine Bar, this friendly West Town spot is dedicated to fabulous wines, tasty cheeses and artisanal meat, with a handful of signature coc... READ MORE
Named in honor of the angular historical building that it's housed in, The Point, from Matthew Harris (Clutch, Matilda), blends elements of the historical exter... READ MORE
You might not expect to find a good-old American diner inside this dark brick building, which is marked with a standard-issue fluorescent Old Style beer sign. W... READ MORE
The 1890-era building that houses Emmit's is situated on a triangular lot. During Prohibition it was the Italian Savings and Trust, a bank reputed to be a haven... READ MORE
Spring Inn is the proverbial neighborhood tavern where everybody knows your name, a place to hang out with the gang, grab a beer and catch a game on TV. Weekday... READ MORE
Neighborhood sports bar has plenty of TVs for catching the games and a menu of burgers, sandwiches and salads, with daily specials, and a popular filet sandwich... READ MORE
Tommy Nevin's Pub is a well-liked hangout for locals and Northwestern University students alike. The menu features an all-day Irish breakfast, hearty meals such... READ MORE
One of DuPage County's largest sports bars, with 48 TVs for viewing of nearly any major and more than a few minor events. The space is comfortable for dining, w... READ MORE
There's live jazz and an upscale menu at The 1800 Club on the edge of downtown Evanston. Indoors the look is European with dark burgundy walls and a parquet flo... READ MORE
A small spot focused around a central bar, Bar Louie brings in serious crowds on the weekends and for $1 burger night on Tuesdays. The menu offers a wide assort... READ MORE
The bar area at Bluestone resembles a sports shrine, lined with helmets from professional and college along with golf banners hanging around the restaurant. Lot... READ MORE
Head to Evanston for classic cocktails and "all-American" dishes including Colorado brook trout, chipotle-glazed pork chops and cedar-planked salmon. For a ligh... READ MORE
If the cozy, upscale interior, pool tables and Golden Tee don't tip you off that you've entered a neighborhood bar crossed with a sports bar, perhaps the 17 tel... READ MORE
Tucked on a sidestreet just southeast of the Halsted-Milwaukee-Grand intersection, this pool room is a haven for enthusiasts of all skill levels. There are thre... READ MORE
Doc Ryan's is the place to go in Elmhurst for Guinness and burgers. READ MORE
Step into this swanky jazz bar and you'll soon be asking the piano man to sing you a song. In the lobby of the refurbished Hotel Orrington, the lounge features ... READ MORE
This Irish pub and eatery occupies a warm space with a READ MORE
This River West spot is housed in the former Dinky's Tavern & Grill location. The first thing you'll notice is that the building has been painted red – nary a t... READ MORE
Jon Young (of Kitsch'n fame) and his Volo chef-partner Stephen Dunne are behind this upscale bar/restaurant/late night-dining spot in River West. "I don't want ... READ MORE
The beloved Lakeview late night grilled cheese bar expands to its second location in Evanston, offering their signature sandwiches in addition to "grilled chees... READ MORE