- 829 N. State St., Gold Coast
You won't find any frills at this neighborhood pub in the Gold Coast -- just cheap drinks and American comfort food to snack on. This casual after-work spot is... READ MORE
You won't find any frills at this neighborhood pub in the Gold Coast -- just cheap drinks and American comfort food to snack on. This casual after-work spot is... READ MORE
Timothy O'Toole's is located at 622 N. Fairbanks Court, Chicago. READ MORE
Think big, and then multiply it by two. Chicago knows meat, and this manly-man steak house keeps it real with a carnivorous feast featuring grand-scale portions... READ MORE
Named after the Gibson martini (garnished with an onion), this steakhouse celebrates all things big and brawny. Says owner John Colletti: "We're known for big m... READ MORE
Mario's is a "Cheers"-like Gold Coast neighborhood joint where everyone knows your name. You're not likely to come across many conventioneers here; most of the... READ MORE
So why is it called the Frog Bar? "My grandfather, whose nickname was Frog, was a general in the British Army, Bruce "Frog" Hay." says Hugo's dapper owner, Hugo... READ MORE
This two-story restaurant/lounge is comfortably clubby and upscale without being intimidating. Though you might expect a dress code, there isn't one, meaning bl... 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
Most of the food is homemade at this all-ages bar and restaurant. Pizza is especially popular, along with salads, ribs and the Friday all-you-can-eat fish fry. 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 piano bar exudes a more laid-back atmosphere than its neighbors. The intimate setting of small tables and scattered barstools complements the live music: u... READ MORE
The W Hotel - Lakeshore's chic restaurant specializes in Mediterranean-inflected small plates. Moroccan-spiced prawns, braised duck flatbread and a citrus and h... READ MORE
The second Chicago outpost of this Vancouver-based chain is in Streeterville's Radisson Hotel and Suites. The British-style pub features faves like bangers, bea... 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 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
Menu options at The Bar include beer-battered cod and perch, burgers, quesadillas, pizzas and sandwiches, along with pub grub appetizers. Stop in for karaoke ev... READ MORE
First and foremost, C-View--the lounge on the rooftop of the Affinia Chicago Hotel's 29th floor--offers incredible views of the Chicago skyline. Enclosed by a h... READ MORE
Located in the Des Plaines Golf Center, you'll find crowds in their late 20s to 50s at Club Casa Cafe coming straight off the course. The menu features casual e... READ MORE
Each week, one member of the cast hosts a stand-up showcase featuring five local comedians and a visiting national guest. Cast includes Marty DeRosa, Danny Ka... READ MORE
This 50-seat outdoor bar and restaurant is located within the W Hotel and is open during the summer months with a fantastic view of Navy Pier and Lake Michigan.... READ MORE