- 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
This chic black-and-white club resides in the Gold Coast's former Level space. Hit the main level's dance floor or head upstairs to stake out a sofa and watch t... READ MORE
This Mexican eatery near the Mag Mile serves cocktails and a selection of tacos, salads and small plates, like shrimp ceviche, baked cheese and chorizo and guac... 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
In a phrase: tequila and Tex-Mex. That sums up the appeal of this establishment. Cactus plants abound at this bright, turquoise-and-yellow-hued establishment a... READ MORE
Newly relocated to the space previously occupied by Privet, the Backroom is one of the city's oldest jazz clubs on one of the Gold Coast's trendiest stretches. ... READ MORE
Pippin's prides itself on having the oldest liquor license on Rush Street (since 1949). A sports bar that serves free popcorn, Pippin's has a big sandwich menu... READ MORE
Right in the middle of the Gold Coast hype but worlds away in atmosphere, this charming and friendly piano bar is located on the first floor of a vintage apartm... READ MORE
Just above Sayat Nova, the Second Story Bar is a cozy, relaxing neighborhood watering hole with a loyal following of regulars. The dark wood bar is softly lit b... 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