147 bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.
Michelin-recognized and Logan Square proud, Daisies delivers handmade pasta and seasonal market-driven plates with a stellar happy hour that locals guard like a secret. Dinner service runs until 11pm on weekends.
A moody neighborhood gem on Division Street pouring dangerously strong cocktails in a laid-back, dimly lit setting. Desert Hawk draws a chill crowd who appreciate quality drinks without the pretension. Perfect for a low-key night out or a first-date spot with character.
West Loop’s Dispensary 33 stays open until 10 PM nightly on Restaurant Row—ideal for snagging a last-minute bite or winding down after a gallery crawl. Skip the tourist traps; locals favor its discreet vibe and proximity to buzzy West Loop eateries.
Don Pepe is a contemporary mexican in Little Village.
Riot Fest brings three days of punk, rock, and attitude to Douglass Park on the West Side, complete with carnival rides and a raucous energy that sets it apart from every other Chicago festival. The lineups consistently punch above their weight.
Stephanie Izard's Fulton Market take on Chinese comfort food is as playful as it gets -- hand-pulled noodles, house-made dumplings, and creative cocktails in a space that's always buzzing. The goat dumplings alone are worth the trip to West Randolph.
A welcoming Wicker Park bar with attentive staff, clean vibes, and prices that won't wreck your wallet. Easy Bar lives up to its name — no attitude, just solid drinks and good company on Division Street. A reliable go-to for locals who want to keep things simple.
Emporium's Fulton Market outpost drops retro arcade cabinets and craft beer into the heart of the West Loop dining scene. It stays open late for the post-dinner crowd, making it the ideal second stop on a Randolph Street night.
The biggest Emporium location in Chicago packs the city's largest collection of classic arcade games, pool tables, and pinball alongside craft beer until 3am on Saturdays. Logan Square's ultimate low-key hang for competitive types.
Ukrainian Village's Empty Bottle has been booking cutting-edge indie, experimental, and electronic acts since 1992. The room is small, the sound is big, and the calendar consistently delivers artists before they break.
A stunning converted church in the West Loop, the Epiphany Center for the Arts hosts concerts, art exhibitions, and cultural events in one of the most striking spaces in the city. The architecture alone is worth the visit.
Chicago's hidden gem in Humboldt Park. A cozy tropical paradise where the Caribbean meets tiki style. Meticulously crafted elevated tropical cocktails. Named one of the best tiki bars in Chicago by TimeOut.
An agave-forward cocktail bar on Milwaukee Ave that transitions from specialty coffee by day to mezcal and tequila cocktails by night, open until 2am. Logan Square's answer to wanting great drinks without the pretense.
Ukrainian Village's beloved dive bar has just enough updated charm to keep things interesting -- craft beer on tap, a loyal neighborhood following, and the kind of low-key energy that keeps the place buzzing until 2am.
Division Street's go-to sports bar with an absurd number of draft beers, TVs on every wall, and bar food that punches above its weight. Fatpour's 1,300+ reviews back up what locals already know — it's the best spot to catch a game in Wicker Park. Wings, beer, and shouting at the screen, as intended.
Fulton Market's Fioretta blends Italian steakhouse elegance with live jazz and lounge performances Thursday through Saturday. The stunning dining room fills with smooth melodies from 6:30 to 9 PM — perfect for a date night that doesn't try too hard.
Voted number-one brewpub in America, Forbidden Root is Chicago's first botanic brewery crafting beers infused with herbs, spices, and botanicals on the West Town strip. The full dinner menu and unique pours make it a standout on any night-out itinerary.
The West Loop Art Fest turns Fulton Market into an open-air gallery with work from talented artists lining the streets of one of Chicago's hottest neighborhoods. Grab a drink from a nearby restaurant and browse -- it's the trendiest art walk in the city.
Fulton Market Kitchen is a art gallery restaurant in West Loop, serving Chicago's west side.
Bucktown's neighborhood bar since 1988 hosts nightly live music spanning jazz, punk, and comedy in an intimate, art-filled room. It's scrappy, unpretentious, and still one of the best spots to catch a random great show on the North Side.
One of the world's largest indoor gardens sits on the West Side, and it's completely free. Garfield Park Conservatory houses rainforest rooms, desert landscapes, and 10 acres of outdoor gardens — a stunning escape any time of year.
A rare West Loop piano bar where live keys set the mood and cocktails flow at reasonable prices. GG Piano Bar brings a chill, sophisticated energy to Lake Street that's perfect for date nights or unwinding after a long week. The kind of place where the music makes the experience.
Girl & The Goat is a contemporary global tapas in West Loop, serving Chicago's west side.
This West Town cocktail bar channels 1970s rock-and-blues energy with throwback vibes, creative drinks, and an atmosphere that feels like the golden age of vinyl. The Chicago Avenue strip location keeps it buzzing late into the night.