Bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.
Bar in Lincoln Park at 1925 North Lincoln Avenue.
Arcade sports bar in the heart of Andersonville with classic games, house-made comfort food, and rotating craft beer. Creative seasonal cocktails and late-night hours until 2am on weekends keep the neighborhood coming back.
Boystown's best-kept secret is this free-play arcade bar where you're nursing a perfectly crafted cocktail while crushing it at vintage Pac-Man and pinball machines until 3 AM on Saturday nights. The themed drinks hit as hard as the nostalgia, and the welcoming LGBTQ+ crowd makes it feel like you're gaming with friends who actually get it. Skip the overcrowded dance clubs and post up here instead—it's arcade heaven without pretension.
A spacious, vibrant arcade bar in Lakeview known for immersive themed pop-ups, vintage video games, pinball, and an extensive bourbon and craft beer list. Features DJ nights and themed weekly events.
Head to Pilsen's Revolution Brewing Taproom if you want to taste Chicago's largest independent craft brewery straight from the source—their rotating taps showcase limited releases you won't find anywhere else. Grab a seat in the sprawling beer hall (open until 10 PM weekends) or book a 45-minute brewery tour to see exactly how they're pushing the boundaries of what local beer can be.
Dog-friendly craft cocktail and beer bar in Rogers Park's Glenwood Ave arts district, open until 3am on Saturdays. The solid happy hour and laid-back neighborhood energy make it the far North Side's go-to after-dark spot.
Right on North Avenue Beach in Lincoln Park, Shore Club Chicago is the city's top lakefront day party venue. Summer kickoff parties, bottle service, and outdoor social events with skyline views — this is where Chicago's beach season peaks.
Avondale's Sleeping Village is a bar and music venue with an intimate room that books fearlessly across indie, experimental, metal, and DJ nights. The kind of spot where you discover your next obsession on a random Tuesday.
Venue in Lakeview at 3505 N Clark Street.
Bar in Portage Park at 4706 West Irving Park Road.
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.
Low-lit, high-tempo neighborhood dive bar featuring retro arcade cabinets and a lively local bar crowd. St. Louis rib tips, hot wings, pulled beef sandwiches, and pitcher lagers.
Offers a rotating menu of craft cocktails in a vintage setting.
Features a vast selection of craft beers and a casual atmosphere.
Combines magic shows with a bar experience in a vintage setting.
A classic dive bar known for its laid-back vibe and cheap drinks.
Chicago's oldest LGBTQ+ bar catering to women, The Closet has been a Lakeview staple for over 50 years. A neighborhood dive with a loyal sapphic following — karaoke nights, video bowling, darts, and a no-frills vibe that keeps people coming back. Open until 4am nightly, it's a beloved late-night anchor of Boystown.
Secret bar above the Bourgeois Pig coffee shop. Password required. Prohibition-era metal door leads to fancy cocktails and a transformed neighborhood speakeasy.
Stylish cocktail bar on the Lincoln Square-Ravenswood border pouring craft cocktails with a relaxed neighborhood feel. Happy hour starts at 3pm on weekends, and the bar stays open until 3am on Saturdays for the night owls.
Wrigleyville sports bar steps from Wrigley Field, known for themed events, creative drink specials, and a crowd that brings the energy whether or not there's a game. The Graystone is a pre-game ritual and a post-game destination in its own right.
The Meadowlark is a craft cocktail speakeasy in Logan Square, serving Chicago's north side.
Famous for its eclectic decor and local art, plus a great beer selection.
Theory is a versatile Chicago bar and event space hosting fundraisers, social events, and nightlife experiences.
Logan Square's beloved late-night dive stays open until 4 AM with strong drinks, a no-pretense atmosphere, and a dance floor that doesn't really get going until midnight. The Owl is a Chicago institution for night owls who like their bars real.