- 7321 Madison St., Forest Park
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
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
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
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
A local favorite, this neighborhood pub is famous for its reubens and hearty bar food fare. The rustic interior – complete with wood beamed ceilings – attempts ... 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
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
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 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 tiki-themed bar and restaurant has relocated from its former Prospect Heights digs to a new location with double the seating in Des Plaines. This place is ... 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
This swanky wine bar occupies the former La Piazza space south of downtown Naperville -- and the former chef is one of the partners in this venture. On the menu... 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
The first Illinois location of the national franchise, BlackFinn aims to seduce sports fans with banks of 37 HDTVs. While you'll find pub grub favorites like na... READ MORE