Bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.
Room 13 is a authentic speakeasy lounge in Lakeview.
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.
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.
River North's Three Cities Social Club is a stylish venue hosting professional networking events, summits, and upscale social gatherings. The crowd skews ambitious and well-dressed — bring business cards.
High-energy Wrigleyville bar with non-stop entertainment featuring live music and late-night DJs. A loud, always-buzzing spot near Wrigley Field.
Historic, intimate Old Town dive bar famous for its jukebox, heavy whiskey pours, and mobster-era history. Zesty BBQ ribs, buffalo wings, onion rings, and classic martinis. Operating since 1932.
Logan Square's Utopian Tailgate combines a spacious rooftop with big-screen sports and a lively bar atmosphere. Day parties and seasonal events make it a neighborhood favorite for those who want their sports-watching with fresh air and good drinks.
Since 1994, Webster's has been Logan Square's go-to for natural and minimal-intervention wines in a space that practically demands you linger past last call. The intimate vibe makes it the rare Chicago wine bar that works equally well for serious collectors and first-date nerves. Open till midnight on weekends, this is where the neighborhood's wine crowd actually hangs.