Chicago Late Night

Official site also describes leather/fetish nightlife programming.

The legendary Miami transplant delivering impeccable stone crab claws and prime steaks in a polished, white-tablecloth setting just off the Magnificent Mile.

Hours on official home and FAQ differ slightly; site and Choose Chicago both confirm late-night operation.

Andersonville's beloved Irish gastropub named after the literary icon, serving elevated pub fare with a smart whiskey list and weekend brunch in a warm, wood-paneled space.

World-famous comedy brand's Lakeview outpost featuring nightly stand-up shows from local rising comics to A-list headliners, with a full bar and late shows on weekends.

French Mediterranean restaurant in Roscoe Village with refined seasonal cooking, weekend brunch, and a warm neighborhood ambiance that makes it a go-to date-night destination on the north side.

Divey rock and roll bar and live music venue in Irving Park with a proper stage, quality sound, and weekend shows spanning metal, country, punk, and rock -- open daily from 3pm to 2am.

21+ neighborhood barcade in the old Logan Hardware building with an extensive pinball collection, rare retro video games, and craft beer until 2 AM nightly.

Logan Square's beloved farm-to-table anchor serving inventive, market-driven plates in a funky, casual space -- the Monday prix fixe is a neighborhood tradition.

A wood-fire-driven Gold Coast showstopper where the tableside whole-fish presentation and "I Don't Give a F@#k" tasting menu draw a stylish, splurge-ready crowd.

An upscale national chain outpost delivering butter-poached filet mignon, towering seafood towers, and a swanky lounge with live music nightly.

North Center's cult-followed ramen counter by the Ramen Wasabi team, where limited hours and a tight menu signal obsessive focus -- every bowl is worth planning your evening around.

A cozy Logan Square spot with monster-sized portions and bold, inventive broths that reward the adventurous -- the kind of neighborhood gem you keep recommending to friends.

North side dive bar specializing in American roots music with live honky-tonk, country, rockabilly, jazz, and blues Wednesday through Saturday nights, plus a patio and cold cheap beer.

Hybrid coffee bar and cocktail lounge steps from the Kimball Brown Line in Albany Park, serving craft cocktails and coffee in a stylish neighborhood setting open until midnight weeknights and 2am weekends.

Black, queer, women-owned cocktail bar in Andersonville serving inventive drinks in a warm, art-filled space -- a neighborhood anchor and one of Chicago's most celebrated bars.

A West Town dispensary with free street parking, online pre-ordering, and a personalized shopping vibe near the Wicker Park nightlife strip.

Wicker Park's beloved Asian-fusion ramen bar where creative bao buns, inventive small plates, and deeply savory broth bowls fuel the Milwaukee Ave late-night crowd.

Strong post-Second City option.

Neighborhood sushi spot in Edgewater with creative rolls, fresh nigiri, and a loyal local following -- a solid after-five dinner option on the far north side.

Named most romantic restaurant in America by Yelp, this candlelit Logan Square gem pairs Latin-inspired steaks and seafood with an intimate wine-bar ambiance.

Strong late-night food anchor for North Side.

The Lettuce Entertain You ramen concept's Lincoln Park outpost, pairing bold Japanese whisky cocktails with steaming bowls in a high-energy setting that hums all weekend.

Arcade sports bar and restaurant in the heart of Andersonville with classic games, house-made comfort food, rotating craft beer, and creative seasonal cocktails -- open until 2am weekends.