- 770 N. Milwaukee Ave., River West
The Matchbox calls itself "Chicago's Most Intimate Bar." That doesn't mean it's romantic; the West Town building's confines (three feet wide at its narrowest, a... READ MORE
The Matchbox calls itself "Chicago's Most Intimate Bar." That doesn't mean it's romantic; the West Town building's confines (three feet wide at its narrowest, a... READ MORE
The 1890-era building that houses Emmit's is situated on a triangular lot. During Prohibition it was the Italian Savings and Trust, a bank reputed to be a haven... READ MORE
Up North Pub Ltd is located at 515 W. Greenwood Ave., Waukegan. READ MORE
Get to know the bartenders here at this bar and grill, where hours vary according to the staff's disposition and the daily crowd. READ MORE
In the former location of the vaguely named Sports Pub now resides uniquely named Mudd & Eddie's. Expect similarly friendly service, reliably poured drinks and ... READ MORE
Naperville may be home to plenty of trendy drinking establishments but Lantern is a true neighborhood bar, bringing in crowds of locals in their late 20s for a ... READ MORE
If the cozy, upscale interior, pool tables and Golden Tee don't tip you off that you've entered a neighborhood bar crossed with a sports bar, perhaps the 17 tel... READ MORE
This River West spot is housed in the former Dinky's Tavern & Grill location. The first thing you'll notice is that the building has been painted red – nary a t... 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
Need a late-night drink and bite in the West Loop? Steve Soble, who's brought you trusty bars such as Daily Bar & Grill and Southport Lanes, delivers with this ... READ MORE
The “Rat Pack”-esque memorabilia, dirt-cheap booze and old-school bartenders fuel this River West spot’s reputation as an odd remnant of a bygone era. Notably b... READ MORE