- 2500 N. Southport Ave., Lincoln Park
Imagine some fraternity brothers dreaming up a bar from the basement of their frat house--what they'd probably come up with is something like Bird's Nest, furni... READ MORE
Imagine some fraternity brothers dreaming up a bar from the basement of their frat house--what they'd probably come up with is something like Bird's Nest, furni... READ MORE
Lots of bars slap a name like ''O'Reilly's'' on the door, put Guinness on tap and call themselves Irish. This Lincoln Park pub, though, is authentically Celtic.... READ MORE
Built in 1890, this building has played hosts to a handful of saloons before it became John Barleycorn, a well-loved neighborhood standby for Lincoln Parkers. M... READ MORE
Fresh-beer enthusiasts have always benefited from the Goose Island label in the Chicago area. But the nectar is served up even fresher in the label's own brew p... READ MORE
This Italian steakhouse located on the north branch of the Chicago River is a classic, clubby neighborhood eatery, with large picture windows draped in floral c... READ MORE
Added interior details, more space and plasma screen TVs welcome back Lincoln Park neighborhood regulars after the tap was closed for construction. Despite chan... READ MORE
Overtly fireman-focused, this Irish pub is a well-loved local hangout for many professionals and Chicago firemen alike. Check out vintage photos, fire-alarm box... READ MORE
Brought to you by the group behind Rockwood Place, Angels & Mariachis and LaSalle Power Co., this pub takes on a gastro-pub approach that caters to a lunch crow... READ MORE
The event includes all-you-can-eat appetizers. Tickets include complimentary copies of the Reporter's special 40th anniversary issue. READ MORE
Tucked onto a residential street in Lincoln Park, State is not named after State Street, Ohio State or any state for that matter; management tells us it refers ... READ MORE
This friendly Old Town neighborhood spot just steps from Second City promises American pub fare that’s a little more upscale that the average bar. Case in point... READ MORE
This masculine, upscale sports bar in River North is just steps away from the Merchandise Mart. The name gives a nod to the city's two major sports teams, plus ... READ MORE
Keep a close eye on your crew -- it's easy to get lost in this enormous tri-level River North rock bar and music venue from the Eat Well. Drink Better. group. O... READ MORE
A seat is hard to get if you're looking for a bite at Ogilvie Transportation Center, but this massive restaurant, deli, buffet and sports bar will offer plenty ... READ MORE
This sprawling restaurant-lounge from the owners of Social Twenty-Five and Moe's Cantina was designed to mix nightlife, dining and sports. Three separate areas ... READ MORE
Under a light installation made of almost 10,000 wine glasses, dine on regional new American-influenced dishes like savory-sweet Alpine pizza, layered with gruy... READ MORE
This country bar and restaurant from R.J. and Jerrod Melman (of Hub 51, Paris Club and RPM Italian) serves up crab, BBQ and other southern and western American... READ MORE
Zero Gravity is located at 22w613 75th St., Naperville. READ MORE
Enjoy a wide selection of draft and craft beers, food (including gluten-free options), a rooftop bar and private events at John Barleycorn's fourth and newest l... READ MORE
This cocktail lounge recalls the speakeasy era in its tucked-away location underneath Slurping Turtle. Dim lighting, expansive dark leather upholstery and cockt... READ MORE