282 bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.
Elements Karaoke Lounge is a Chicago nightlife venue hosting themed party nights, karaoke sessions, and trap & R&B events.
Intimate Andersonville cocktail lounge celebrating the art of the cocktail with fresh seasonal ingredients and elevated small plates. The moody ambiance on Clark Street is built for lingering over a well-crafted drink.
Step into Elixir Lounge, where intimate vibes meet expertly crafted cocktails in the heart of Lakeview. This boutique bar offers a curated menu of inventive drinks, a carefully selected wine list, and a stylish, immersive atmosphere that’s perfect for an unforgettable evening.
# Ella Elli Lakeview's most swoony spot for date night, where French-Italian small plates and a seriously curated wine list pair perfectly with the kind of fireplace glow that makes you lose track of time. Food & Wine named it the most romantic restaurant in Illinois for good reason—the intimate lounge setup practically demands you linger over another glass. Come hungry for sophistication but plan to stay for the vibe.
Bar-cade with 50+ classic arcade games, pinball machines, craft cocktails, and local beer. Free to play, just buy a drink. DJ sets on weekends. Three Chicago locations.
Emporium Bucktown spreads retro arcade cabinets and pinball machines across two floors, backed by a massive beer list. Weekend DJ sets and live music keep the energy up late — it's where Bucktown's casual crowd comes to play.
Independent film theater and media arts center in Bucktown. Hosts film festivals, screenings, and cinematic events. Cultural, intellectual, thought-provoking.
3.6 stars, 255 reviews. $10-60. The dancers are hot and the drag queens are stunningly talented. Boystown nightclub.
Nestled in the heart of Lakeview, Farm Bar offers a refined yet approachable dining experience with a farm-to-table menu that highlights the season's freshest ingredients. With a cozy, rustic ambiance and an ever-rotating selection of small plates and craft cocktails, it's the perfect spot to unwind after a night out in Chicago.
Casual farm-to-table cooking on Malt Row with locally sourced seasonal dishes and craft cocktails in a friendly Ravenswood setting. A solid weeknight dinner anchor that makes you feel good about what you're eating.
Fathom is a queer-owned dive bar in Lakeview from the couple behind Dorothy, Chicago's first lesbian-owned hospitality group. Nautical-themed with portholes, ship art, and dart boards — grab a daiquiri or a $5 PBR and settle in.
One of Chicago's oldest continuously operating taverns since 1904, Fireside serves Cajun-accented food, ribs, and pizza with a spacious beer garden in Edgewater. The 4am license makes it one of the few late-night options this far north.
Social darts with digital scoring, craft cocktails, and shareable plates. Groups of 4-15. Semi-private oches. Walk-ins welcome weekdays, book weekends.
Classic Roscoe Village pub with a jukebox, pool table, patio, and some of the best bar food in the neighborhood. No pretense, no gimmicks -- just a local favorite that does the basics better than most.
Furious Spoon in Wicker Park blends hip-hop attitude with bold ramen — creative toppings, a beer list, and late-night hours that make it perfect pre-bar fuel. Order the OG Tonkotsu and let the bass line do the rest.
Game Night Out in Lakeview stocks board games, party games, and interactive experiences in a BYOB-friendly setting. Bring your own bottles, grab a stack of games, and settle in — perfect for double dates and friend groups who want something beyond another bar.
Garcia's Chicago is a Lincoln Square live music venue known for hosting Americana, blues, rock, and roots music in an intimate bar setting.
Authentic Mexican dining in Lincoln Square with live jazz and music events. Massive margaritas, sizzling fajitas, tacos. Soulful, vibrant, foodie. A neighborhood institution.
Chicago's oldest steakhouse has been slinging massive Tuscan-style chops since 1941 in a no-frills River North setting. Gene & Georgetti is old-school Chicago at its finest, beloved by regulars, politicians, and anyone who respects a properly aged steak.
Iconic Gold Coast steakhouse with a legendary piano bar and prime Rush Street people-watching. Gibsons has been the power-dinner destination since 1989 -- massive steaks, stiff drinks, and a scene that still delivers every night of the week.
Open-air plaza in Lincoln Square hosting free summer concert series every Thursday. Relaxed, community-centric, cozy. Surrounded by local pubs and restaurants.
Craft beer bar and kitchen in Lincoln Square core. Gourmet pub burgers, hand-cut fries, and an extensive craft tap list. Relaxed, foodie, sports-focused.
Gman Tavern is a Wrigleyville neighborhood staple that hosts benefit concerts, local music, and community events without any of the Cubs-strip pretension. Low-key, local, and always worth popping into.
Since 1966, Avondale's Golden Nugget Pancake House has been the go-to diner for Chicagoland's breakfast cravings around the clock. Huge menu of classic breakfast choices available 24 hours — the kind of place where the regulars have their own booth.