Bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.
Boutique craft cocktail lounge in Lincoln Square. Gourmet smash burgers, specialty hummus, charcuterie boards. Sophisticated, intimate, moody, romantic.
Certified VPN Neapolitan pizzeria in Ravenswood with a wood-fired oven imported from Italy and pies that rival anything in Naples. The gorgeous patio is a neighborhood treasure -- walk-ins welcome, reservations by phone.
Intimate Art Deco Cuban-inspired cocktail lounge on Elm Street in the Gold Coast. Sparrow mixes Caribbean-inflected cocktails in a moody, beautifully designed space that feels like a hidden Havana parlor. The kind of bar where you settle in for the night.
Ping pong social club in River North. 17 tables, full bar, bottle service, DJs on weekends. Drop in or reserve. Date night meets competition.
Stars & Garters Theater in Lakeview, Chicago, offers an eclectic mix of live music, comedy, and cabaret in an intimate, lively setting that brings together diverse audiences. Its rotating lineup of local and touring acts ensures a dynamic, ever-changing experience perfect for nightlife seekers.
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is a world-renowned ensemble theater in Lincoln Park, known for bold contemporary productions and launching major acting careers.
Part steakhouse, part nightclub, all scene. STK pairs prime cuts with a DJ booth, bottle service, and a River North crowd that dresses up and shows out. If you want a bone-in ribeye with a side of bass drops, this is your spot.
Gritty, multi-level music institution in Wicker Park featuring everything from indie rock and hip-hop showcases to rowdy touring dance parties. Craft beers, classic cocktails, and late-night bar snacks.
A Lincoln Park staple for anyone who needs a massive falafel sandwich at midnight without spending more than ten bucks. Sultan's Market is fast, filling, and consistently good — crispy falafel, creamy hummus, shawarma plates, and a grab-and-go vibe that fits perfectly into a late-night bar crawl itinerary. The move after DePaul-area drinks.
Sunnyside’s Wrigleyville flagship sits blocks from the Friendly Confines—grab a pre-game buzz before the Cubs take the field or refuel after a Lakeview bar crawl. Locals know the north side spot for discreet, quality cannabis ahead of the game’s seventh-inning stretch.
Uptown's legendary Cantonese BBQ joint has been carving whole Beijing duck tableside since 1987 — it's a ritual that draws crowds from every corner of the city. Family-run and no-frills, the roast meats hanging in the window tell you everything you need to know before you sit down.
The giant hot dog statues on the roof have been waving down Milwaukee Avenue traffic since 1948, and the drive-in underneath is still serving some of the best dogs in the city. Superdawg is pure Chicago kitsch meets genuinely great food — natural casing dogs, Superdawg fries, and carhop service that makes you feel like you time-traveled. A worth visiting after dark.
4.7 stars, 133 reviews. $100+. Friendly staff and great music selection. Upscale bottle service nightclub.
Lakeview’s first queer- and BIPOC-owned dispensary on Halsted offers a late-night hub for inclusive conversation and cannabis culture, open until 10 PM Wed-Sat. No neon, no gimmicks—just intentional community vibes in the neighborhood’s north end.
Logan Square's late-night Mexican spot stays open 4 PM to 4 AM daily, serving tacos that hit exactly right at 2 AM. Taco Maya is the neighborhood's answer to midnight cravings, no questions asked.
Taco Pros is a gourmet street tacos in Old Town, serving Chicago's north side.
The 606 is a 2.7-mile elevated trail running from Wicker Park to Humboldt Park — free to walk, run, or bike with neighborhood views the whole way. It's the High Line energy Chicago needed, connecting some of the city's best bar-hopping strips.
Wicker Park's Alley Cat is a Jazz Age and Art Deco bar from the Paulie Gee's team, serving $12 cocktails, spirit-free and THC/CBD drinks, and bar food like gluten-free fish sticks and pork skewers. The $7 Miller High Life and shot combo is the move.
Michelin-starred chef Jenner Tomaska's luxurious third-floor steakhouse blends Midwestern prime beef with 1920s French Nouvelle elegance. The Alston operates with a private members club sensibility that makes every dinner feel like an invitation-only affair.
No-frills seafood boil spot in Andersonville. Crab legs, shrimp, crawfish, lobster tail — pick your combo, sauce, and spice level. Plastic bibs, butcher paper, and cold beer.
Theater Wit in Lakeview delivers an intimate, unique experience with bold, boundary-pushing productions that resonate deeply with discerning audiences. Its sleek, modern venue and curated performances make it a top for Chicago’s most sophisticated theater enthusiasts.
Traditional Irish pub in Lincoln Square hosting cabaret, poetry, and comedy variety shows. Burgers, comfort food, and draft beers. Diverse, outrageous, inclusive.
Offers a rotating menu of craft cocktails in a vintage setting.
Features a vast selection of craft beers and a casual atmosphere.