Best Bars in Chicago, IL

Enduring chain for Chicago-style deep-dish & thin-crust pizzas, plus Italian sandwiches & salads.

Bustling, bi-level space where groups go for small & large plates plus cocktails & carafes of wine.

Observatory on the 94th floor of the John Hancock Building with a tilting glass lookout 1000ft up.

Welcoming coffeehouse with handcrafted coffee, espresso & tea, plus breakfast, lunch & pastries.

Posh destination for elevated Mediterranean fare and cocktails, plus a lounge-style rooftop patio.

Stylish American hangout serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in architectural digs.

Modern, all-day venue combining an American eatery, wine & cocktail bar & a bakery/cafe.

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Classic tropical cocktails, rums & house daiquiris in a retro Polynesian-style setting.

Rock- & blues-themed restaurant & bar serving Southern-inspired dishes, plus live music.

Famous pork and wine specialist, highlighting the flavors of Italy, Greece, and Spain, with an open kitchen and a chic setting.

American surf 'n' turf restaurant serving upmarket fare & cocktails in a lavish space.

Vibrant social house for refined, modern American tavern fare like whole roasted chicken, fish & beef, plus scenic river views.

Refined cuisine with a selection of beers, wine, and cocktails in a lively space with Millennium Park views.

No-frills venue for hearing up-and-coming acts plus a wide pub grub menu & loads of beers.

Pub with TVs, billiards & a large menu of bar food, with daily food & drink specials.

Chicago institution since 1935 serving up traditional American grub & craft brews in a warm space.

Hip, stylish rooftop bar/eatery at the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel with choice seasonal fare.

Classic blues club with up-and-coming & famous acts 7 nights a week plus New-Orleans-inspired grub.

Local chain serving a range of pizza styles, from thin-crust to stuffed, in an old-school space.

Live jazz (with admission charge) featured in a classy, intimate lounge offering dinner.

Puttery offers a high-energy blend of upscale indoor miniature golf and a sophisticated cocktail bar atmosphere. It's the perfect spot to get a little competitive over creative courses while enjoying great drinks, making it ideal for a fun date night or a lively group outing.

Venue serving upgraded takes on pub food & a long beer list in a TV-lined room with communal seats.

A vast menu & thoughtful beer list is offered in an airy dining room with scenic riverside seating.

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High-energy regular live music shows in a popular bar chain featuring novelty bucket drinks.

Restaurant/lounge featuring creative American food & craft cocktails in space with a speakeasy vibe.

Easygoing bar/eatery serving cafe fare such as sandwiches, salads & baked goods, plus coffee & tea.

Long-standing bar filled with German & Old English antiques such as vintage books & wooden barrels.

Decades-old pub with pizza, ribs, burgers & other American grub plus a large beer selection.

A traditional Irish atmosphere, with Guinness, whiskey & pub food faves, plus European soccer on TV.

A modern, brightly colored daytime cafe, known for its Belgian waffles & build-your-own omelets.

Entertainment venue featuring Social Darts with digital scoring, casual bites & a full bar.

Small, casual cantina serving Mexican faves & fruit-flavored margaritas in a terra-cotta space.

Soaring, glamorous venue featuring high-end Asian cuisine & cocktails, plus a posh nightclub.

Multi-sensory, contemporary installations by artists including Yayoi Kusama.

Once a firehouse, this stylish eatery serves traditional American fare & cocktails.

Cosmopolitan hotel featuring a rooftop restaurant & pool, as well as an artsy lounge, a spa & a bar.

Long-time (since 1947), 170-seat Jazz club showcasing local, national & international acts.

Local hangout with an Irish & American menu, cozy corners & a fireplace.

Stained-glass-accented Irish bar with outdoor patio, TVs & bar menu with Irish fare & burgers.

Multilevel pub with an after-work scene, offering a menu of Irish dishes & bar food.

Breakfast & lunch served with fresh-squeezed juices, handmade marmalades & coffees in a cozy space.

Long-running watering hole featuring American fare in a comfy, vintage setting.

Brick- & wood-accented hangout with lots of TVs, American grill fare & rotating craft brews.

Intimate lounge/club delivering drinks, karaoke & dancing in a vintage space in a historic building.

Creative global eats and tropical cocktails, served in a funky-ornate setting with riverfront seats.

Hip Mexican restaurant & craft brewery offering wood-fired tacos & burritos, plus house-brewed beer.

This upscale sports bar offers an eclectic menu in a slick, loungey space with plentiful plasma TVs.

Salads, sandwiches & classic American fare in a handsome setting in a historic building.

A summer hotspot on the 27th floor of theWit Hotel, with skyline views & upmarket cocktails.

Set in a vintage storefront, this sports-bar stalwart pairs its TVs with a top-shelf beer list.

Cozy neighborhood tavern with gourmet pub fare, craft beers & a patio with skyline views.

Warm rooms & suites, some with balconies, in a laid-back lodging offering a casual eatery & a bar.

Neighborhood Irish pub with burgers, bar food & beer served till late in cozy tavern environs.

Bohemian-chic hostel in a vintage building featuring a bar, a cafe & continental breakfast.

Bi-level brewpub named for its 22-ounce pours, with a 200-plus beer list, a pub menu & lots of TVs.

Three-level venue with year-round rooftop, offering a massive menu of diner favorites.

Bourbon, craft beer & pub snacks offered in chill, traditional digs with shuffleboard & video games.

Neighborhood tavern with an old-school vibe offering craft beers, classic cocktails & bar bites.

Hip spot for fair-trade coffee & light fare showcasing organic, locally sourced ingredients.

Relaxed bar & American kitchen offering modern deli dishes, cocktails, a brunch menu & events.

Chill brewpub with an industrial vibe offering craft beer, sandwiches & pizza, plus bar bites.

The Guinness Open Gate Brewery is more than just a pub; it's a full-fledged brewpub experience where you can explore unique Guinness creations right from the source. It's perfect for a substantial meal alongside freshly brewed stouts and experimental taps, making it a fantastic destination for beer enthusiasts and foodies.

Chic French bistro offering classic small plates, mains & sides, plus speciality cocktails & wine.

Chic rooms in a trendy hotel offering 2 restaurants, 2 bars & an outdoor rooftop pool.

Swanky hangout with a downstairs bar plus a lounge & art deco New American supper club upstairs.

Industry Ales is your go-to brewpub for seriously good craft beer brewed right on-site, plus they've got a solid lineup of cocktails and wines for everyone else. Beyond the drinks, it's a fantastic spot with frequent live music and events, making it perfect for a lively night out.

Monarch & Lion offers a true taste of Britain with its cozy pub atmosphere, serving up hearty classic dishes alongside a great selection of beers. It’s ideal for when you want more than just a drink—think a satisfying meal, a proper pint, and a welcoming, traditional vibe.

Hip, energetic New American restaurant & cocktail bar with a roof deck & late-night dancing.