- 1301 S. Wabash Ave., South Loop
Paving the way for modern sports bars in the South Loop, this tavern and restaurant goes beyond your average beer-and-shot spot. "I got tired of waiting for som... READ MORE
Paving the way for modern sports bars in the South Loop, this tavern and restaurant goes beyond your average beer-and-shot spot. "I got tired of waiting for som... READ MORE
Open since 2002, JT's Porch is known for better-than-average pub grub, from burgers to wings to chili. There's never a cover for weekly live music sets, and a w... READ MORE
New ownership took over the 38-year-old Polk Street Pub in 2009, adding a little more fun to the popular haunt of the Financial District after work crowd. While... READ MORE
This South Loop sports bar is plastered with 22 TVs for your game-watching pleasure, from UFC fights to soccer games. Sleek seating, a metallic bar and culptura... 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
Homemade beers, in seven or more varieties, are the highlight of this Elgin brewpub. The menu, which goes beyond standard pub fare, shows commendable ambition. READ MORE
Glenn Taylor, a former CPA who learned to brew beer in his basement, took his hobby public by opening this Lombard brewing company and restaurant in 1999. Offer... READ MORE
The South Loop location of this local bar chain offers dinner entrees and breakfast on weekends in addition to the regular Bar Louie menu. The restaurant is acc... READ MORE
Casey's offers a full selection of lunch and dinner options, including salads, sandwiches, steaks, pasta and fish dishes. It's a comfortable setting with booths... READ MORE
Located in one of the oldest buildings in Printers Row, this is the first city location of the family-owned suburban chain. Brothers Ed and Jim Hebson have brou... 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 South Loop neighborhood Mexican eatery offers affordable, traditional dishes, including enchiladas, steak tacos and chiles rellenos, plus more ambitious fa... READ MORE
Originally from Denver, Rock Bottom has seized the microbrewery craze and put a tap on it. Handcrafted right in the on-location brewery by a resident brewmaster... READ MORE
In the true spirit of a public house, this Elgin restaurant and bar welcomes locals for a hearty meal and plentiful drink. Starters range from peel-and-eat shri... READ MORE
Although the name refers to the European wine designation, it also happens to be the initials for Dunlays on Clark, the spot's founding company. Unlike the Linc... 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
Located in the heart of the South Loop, Wabash Tap is a strictly casual getaway for the post-work drink or three. Plus, it's the closest bar to Soldier Field an... READ MORE
Anywhere you sit at the new Rookies location in Elgin, you'll spy sports on at least two to three TVs. With 26 sets (including projection screens), thuis bar ha... READ MORE
A combination casual restaurant and sports bar, the second location of Roundheads in Lombard boasts an expanded menu. The bar is well prepared with ten 46-inch ... READ MORE
Chef John Caputo recently revamped the gastropub menu to include hearty plates in all sizes, with starters like lamb meatballs, deviled farm eggs and duck confi... READ MORE