- 8 N. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights
Peggy Kinnane's is perhaps the most authentic Irish restaurant in the northwest suburbs. Derek Hanley, originally from Tipperary, Ireland, imported chairs, tile... READ MORE
Peggy Kinnane's is perhaps the most authentic Irish restaurant in the northwest suburbs. Derek Hanley, originally from Tipperary, Ireland, imported chairs, tile... READ MORE
Since Frankie's 1995 opening in the heart of booming downtown Naperville, it has played host to an eclectic lineup of blues, jazz, rockabilly, Cajun, pop, rock ... 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
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
This neighborhood pub makes a mean burger and serves up your basic bar fare at reasonable prices. Inside there are plenty of woods, ceiling fans and both high a... 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 mostly vegetarian (no farm, no fowl) Wicker Park restaurant serves up bar food with international flavor in an offbeat bicycle-themed atmosphere, which inc... READ MORE
Should you expect to only drink tequila at Salud, a lounge that specializes in pure agave tequilas? Of course not, in the same way that folks don't only gulp ca... 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
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
With a wide variety of beers and veggie-friendly fare, this artsy Wicker Park lounge has something for everyone. Snag a seat outdoors or mingle in the cozy, ecl... READ MORE
This lively pub cuts the blarney with nearly 20 draft beers and a menu of solid Irish and American fare ranging from corned beef and cabbage and lamb stew to po... READ MORE
This martini lounge's club-like vibe draws in a mixed 20s-30s-40s crowd. Take a seat on bright-red, low-slung banquette seating to sip and chat with friends, or... READ MORE
This classy martini lounge and restaurant makes its home between 130-year-old exposed-brick walls. A full dinner menu offers steaks and Italian-American standar... READ MORE
This boutique video club located in the historic Flat Iron Building aims to be a true social club by bringing people together through the arts and culture; Debo... 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
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
Located in the former Loft 610 space, this two-story Wicker Park sports bar boasts a menu of classic bar food and more than 50 different beers. Look for dishes ... READ MORE