- 1520 S. Wabash St., South Loop
The event includes all-you-can-eat appetizers. Tickets include complimentary copies of the Reporter's special 40th anniversary issue. READ MORE
The event includes all-you-can-eat appetizers. Tickets include complimentary copies of the Reporter's special 40th anniversary issue. READ MORE
The sports bar boasting 23 TVs also regularly hosts bags tournaments and live music. Craft beer is the focus of the drink menu and you can find a new favorite b... READ MORE
Some might be surprised to find such an authentic pub tucked inside a hotel (the Chicago Hilton and Towers), but Kitty O'Shea's is sure to meet the approval of ... READ MORE
The location has changed (the classic Irish bar has moved two blocks west to a bigger space) but the friendly vibe and good brew and grub remains. The pub share... READ MORE
Aurora's former railroad roundhouse has become a stylish and popular brewpub, with stand-up comedy on Thurs.-Sat. nights. One of the original owners was the lat... 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
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
Located in Walter Payton's Roundhouse complex, America's Brewpub has become a stylish and popular brewpub. Steaks and burgers dominate the menus, but other opti... READ MORE
The owners of Scoreboard Sports Bar reimagined the spot as an Irish pub and reopened in summer of 2006 as Slaint, which they tell us means "Cheers!" in Irish. T... READ MORE
This casual two-story Irish pub offers a dark wood interior, a well-worn black-and-white checkered floor, gas fireplace, 10 jock-friendly televisions and plenty... READ MORE
This is an exceptionally Irish outpost, from the colorful, Dublin-esque facade to the Guinness on tap to the live Irish music. Two fireplaces keep it cozy and t... READ MORE
This Forest Park pub mixes elements of a traditional Irish saloon -- copper ceilings, refurbished marble floors, wooden bar -- with high-tech amenities such as ... 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
A fresh north suburban spot for stand-up comedy, spoken word and open-mic nights. This 150-seat club runs features nationally recognized comedians and a rousing... READ MORE
Set sail for a night of food and drink at this South Loop spot decked out in a nautical theme. Real sails hang floor to ceiling to create semiprivate seating ar... READ MORE
This mega-sports entertainment complex brings a bit of Las Vegas-sized style to Aurora. Not only is the space a whopping 32,000 square feet (it used to house a ... READ MORE
The Sundance Saloon is said to be Illinois' longest-running country/western bar. The rambling facility is made up of 62,000 square feet on two levels, accommoda... READ MORE
Would you like a side of indie rock with your burger? This bar and grill comes complete with a full sound system and stage for live performances from mostly loc... READ MORE
You'll find Julian's nestled inside Luigi's House restaurant in Aurora, and it's all about two things: the martini and the ivories. Expect live music three days... READ MORE