Bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.
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.
Southwest Side Beggars location keeping the Garetto family tradition alive since 1976. Same thick, loaded pizzas that made the South Side chain legendary — deep dish, thin crust, pasta, and wings. A neighborhood staple for families, late dinners, and carryout runs after work.
South Side institution since 1976 when Angelo Garetto opened the first Beggars in Blue Island. Still family-owned by the Garettos, this Stony Island location has a full dining room, bar with happy hour specials, and seasonal outdoor patio. Known for thick, cheesy pizza — both thin crust and deep dish — plus pasta, wings, and their famous motto: 'We Lay It On Thick.' The kind of place where every South Sider has a go-to order.
The West Loop outpost of Chicago's beloved South Side pizza chain, bringing Beggars' thick, generously-topped pies to the downtown crowd since the Garetto family expanded from their 1976 Blue Island roots. Full dining room, bar with happy hour drink specials, seasonal sidewalk seating, and delivery. Hot & Ready lunch options for the office crowd. Same family recipes, different zip code.
A small-batch craft brewery on Malt Row with a dog-friendly taproom, board games, skee-ball, and rotating food trucks -- Begyle is North Center's most chill neighborhood hangout in the Ravenswood Industrial Corridor.
Slow-cooked brisket is the name of the game. Try the loaded brisket nachos, brisket mac and cheese, or the savory barbecue brisket pizza.
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.
A stylish cocktail bar in Chinatown-adjacent Armour Square on Wentworth Avenue, offering craft cocktails in a modern setting close to Rate Field.
Beverly Arts Center is the South Side top community arts hub, featuring live music, theater, film, visual arts, and adult classes in the historic Beverly neighborhood. The Baffes Theatre hosts intimate concerts and performances, while year-round programs serve adults and the broader community. A beloved anchor of Chicago far South Side arts scene.
Uptown’s Big Chicks thrives on LGBTQ+ inclusivity and monthly art installations—think neon-lit drag shows and mural-covered walls that double as a gallery. Themed nights (think ’80s prom meets queer punk) keep the crowd buzzing, but it’s the unfiltered camaraderie that sticks.
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.
Rowdy, ultra-popular, and lively bourbon and taco oasis in Wicker Park. Energetic DJs spin classic country, soul, and rock records on vinyl to a packed crowd. Known for al pastor tacos, carne asada tacos, queso fundido, and micheladas.
Billy Sunday is a vintage amaro cocktail bar in Logan Square, serving Chicago's north side.
Streeterville’s local favorite, Birdman Ramen, serves up rich tori-paitan and bold shoyu bowls—no frills, just soulful broth and springy noodles. East of Michigan Ave, it’s the only spot delivering this level of ramen focus to a neighborhood hungry for authenticity.
Head to the Southwest Side for Michelin Bib Gourmand-recognized birria de chivo—slow-roasted goat that's worth the pilgrimage from anywhere in Chicago. This family-run spot has mastered the craft, drawing serious food lovers who know authentic Mexican cuisine when they taste it.
Tucked into Lincoln Square with a beautiful garden patio and classic Provencal dishes, Bistro Campagne is one of the best date-night restaurants on the North Side. The wine list is deep, the atmosphere is charming, and the French cooking is the real deal.
4.6 stars, 436 reviews. Extremely generous portions of ham for the price. South suburban grill.
An Oak Lawn pub on 95th Street where the portions border on ridiculous and the vibe is pure southwest suburban hospitality. BJ McMahon's is the kind of place where you order one entree and eat for two days. Cold beer, huge plates, friendly staff, and a loyal crowd that's been keeping this spot packed. If you're in Oak Lawn and hungry, this is the answer.
A veteran-run neighborhood lounge anchoring North Center with an excellent after-5 PM atmosphere. Modern twist on classic bar comfort food paired with 25 rotating craft beers on tap. Known for trivia nights, a welcoming crowd, and genuine neighborhood energy.
An acclaimed professional theater company dedicated to producing plays, musicals, and performances celebrating African American culture and history. Founded by Jackie Taylor, it presents world-class productions featuring blues, jazz, and theatrical performances on Chicago\x27s North Side.
Dog-friendly dive with a killer happy hour that keeps Wicker Park regulars coming back. Black Hole Bar is the kind of unpretentious spot where you can settle in for a few rounds without checking your bank account. The patio is a bonus on warm Chicago nights.
Modern, high-speed inner loop industrial taproom catering to drinking groups and after-hours business workers. 15-hour brisket, honey buffalo wings, smoked jackfruit, and local IPAs.