367 bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.
Barrio is a modern mexican-american in River North, serving Chicago's downtown side.
Upscale Italian dining at Old Orchard in Skokie. Part of the DineAmic hospitality group. Handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and craft cocktails.
BaseCamp Pub keeps it raw in Lakeview with underground DJ nights, punk shows, and the kind of divey energy that bigger venues can't replicate. Cheap drinks, loud music, no pretense.
Ukrainian Village's Beauty Bar is a retro salon-turned-nightclub with pink-hued interiors, disco balls, martinis, and DJs spinning Y2K classics. If you want to dance to Destiny's Child on a Saturday night, this is the move.
Upscale cocktail lounge tucked inside the Waldorf Astoria on Walton Street. Bernard's channels old-money sophistication with plush seating, expert bartenders, and a clubby atmosphere that makes you feel like you should be wearing a blazer. Late-night weekends bring a livelier energy without losing the polish.
Big Jones in Andersonville serves refined Lowcountry and Cajun cuisine sourced from 40+ local farms, delivering authentic Southern comfort with serious culinary chops. This farm-to-table gem is where Chicago's food-obsessed locals go for heritage recipes executed at a level that respects both tradition and technique.
An indoor mini golf bar in Lakeview with arcade games, craft cocktails, and a playful atmosphere. Artist-designed holes and a laid-back vibe make it perfect for date night.
Billy Sunday is a vintage amaro cocktail bar in Logan Square, serving Chicago's north side.
4.6 stars, 436 reviews. Extremely generous portions of ham for the price. South suburban grill.
Oak Forest’s Blarney Stone Pub has been pouring craft beers and hosting open mics since ’94—think 40 drafts, 80+ bottles, and a kitchen open ’til 2am. A neighborhood staple with live tunes every week, it’s where locals sip pints and stumble into impromptu performances.
Blazed Bakery Chicago is a cannabis-infused cafe in Logan Square, serving Chicago's north side.
Blind Barber is a barbershop speakeasy in West Loop, serving Chicago's west side.
Bustling, legendary late-night blues club in River North with an enthusiastic crowd dancing to world-class local bands. Operating since 1985, it offers authentic Chicago Blues every night.
BOOKCLUB is a Chicago electronic music venue built for DJs, dance nights, and late-night energy. The sound system is dialed and the crowd comes ready to move.
Behind a hidden grass door on Division Street in Wicker Park lies Bordel, a Parisian-inspired speakeasy lit entirely by candlelight. Nightly jazz, burlesque, and live entertainment share the room with savory small plates — it's moody, romantic, and very hard to leave.
Tucked in the West Loop, Bottom Lounge delivers raw, unfiltered rock, metal, and alternative shows in a converted warehouse that feels more like a gritty backroom than a venue. No velvet ropes or polished floors here—just high-octane performances and a crowd that’s all about the music, not the decor.
Housed in a former parliament building in River North, Bounce pulls double duty as a laid-back sports bar by day and a full-blown nightclub after dark. When the lights drop, expect blaring music, bottle service, and a crowd that came ready.
Bourbon on Division is a premier nightclub located in the heart of Wicker Park, offering a dynamic multi-floor experience that blends immersive themed events, high-energy DJ sets, and captivating drag performances. Known for its stylish interiors and curated nightlife programming, the venue sets the standard for Chicago's upscale club scene.
Vintage speakeasy in the South Loop that pairs Prohibition-era cocktails with karaoke nights, creating the rare combination of craft drinks and unhinged fun. Brando's nails the speakeasy aesthetic without taking itself too seriously.
4.3 stars, 54 reviews. Plenty of dance room and space. West Side nightclub.
# Bridgeport Inn Pull up a stool at this no-frills Archer Avenue institution where $3 domestics and neighborhood camaraderie are the main attractions—order a Italian beef from Ricobene's and have it delivered straight to your seat. Bridgeport's realest dive bar doesn't pretend to be anything it's not, which is exactly why locals keep coming back. The jukebox, the regulars, the dive bar smell—it's all authentically Chicago.
River North's Briny Swine is a seaside smokehouse and oyster bar mashing up Carolina-style BBQ with fresh seafood and Lowcountry dishes. Live music hits the Briny stage Wednesday through Sunday, with weekend sets running until 2 AM.
High-energy neighborhood party bar in Fulton Market with killer craft cocktails and live music sets. A fun, unpretentious spot for a night out in the West Loop.
Authentic Southern soul food restaurant in Bronzeville. Full menu plus spoken word, comedy nights, and live entertainment. Soulful, intimate, and community-rooted.