- 728 W. Grand Ave., River West
Years after opening, Funky Buddha still attracts a crowd that's just as eclectic as its early days, thanks to a lively atmosphere in a laidback, loungy space an... READ MORE
Years after opening, Funky Buddha still attracts a crowd that's just as eclectic as its early days, thanks to a lively atmosphere in a laidback, loungy space an... READ MORE
Formerly known as Juicy Wine Bar, this friendly West Town spot is dedicated to fabulous wines, tasty cheeses and artisanal meat, with a handful of signature coc... READ MORE
Named in honor of the angular historical building that it's housed in, The Point, from Matthew Harris (Clutch, Matilda), blends elements of the historical exter... 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
You might not expect to find a good-old American diner inside this dark brick building, which is marked with a standard-issue fluorescent Old Style beer sign. W... 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
This dance club resides on a quiet corner where the West Loop meets River West. Upstairs, taffeta curtains, oversized gold mirrors, chandeliers, mahogany accent... 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
When Butterfly Social opened on Earth Day back in 2007, it was no-holds-barred nature-centric, from tree-like walls made of sand, clay and straw to the wing-sha... READ MORE
Jon Young (of Kitsch'n fame) and his Volo chef-partner Stephen Dunne are behind this upscale bar/restaurant/late night-dining spot in River West. "I don't want ... READ MORE
Gone are the neutral tones, white tablecloths and pricey steaks of former tenant Avenue M -- but don't worry, the gorgeous ivy and flower-laden patio remains. N... 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
A low-key sports bar without the bells and whistles but something for everybody. Nice staff, pizza rolls, pizza proper and a pretty good selection of beer to bo... READ MORE
Expect burgers, wraps and quality bar food at this neighborhood Waukegan tavern, named for the pseudonym Ray Bradbury used for his hometown of Waukegan in sever... READ MORE