Bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.
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.
The furthest-flung outpost of the Fox's pizza dynasty. Same tavern-style thin crust that put Fox's on the map, same Irish pub warmth, just further south in Mokena. The large pizzas are hearty and the vibe is South Side transplant — regulars who grew up on Fox's in Beverly and brought the tradition with them to the suburbs.
The Fox's empire expands to Orland Park with the same legendary thin crust tavern-style pizza that made them a South Side institution. Perfectly crispy crust, great sauce, and the Irish pub vibe that the Fox family has been perfecting since 1964. Grab a booth, order a pie, and settle in for the evening.
Delicious sauce and great crust. Beverly location of the beloved South Side pizza chain.
Fulton Market Kitchen is a art gallery restaurant in West Loop, serving Chicago's west side.
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.
Bucktown's neighborhood bar since 1988 hosts nightly live music spanning jazz, punk, and comedy in an intimate, art-filled room. It's scrappy, unpretentious, and still one of the best spots to catch a random great show on the North Side.
Brookfield's Galloping Ghost holds the title of largest arcade in the country — over 900 machines, all on free play with one flat admission. No booze, no gimmicks, just row after row of classic cabinets that'll teleport you back to 1987.
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, lively, foodie. A neighborhood institution.
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.
Gibsons Italia offers a vibrant dining experience with a focus on Italian cuisine. Known for its lively atmosphere and valet service, it's a popular spot for adults looking to enjoy a meal or drinks after work.
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.
With 50 taps and over 150 bottles spanning the globe, this is a craft beer obsessive's paradise. Late-night weekend hours, gourmet pub fare, and a judgment-free zone for debating hops and malt profiles until 1 AM.
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.
This Michelin-recognized Chinatown gem rewards the adventurous with inventive fusion plays like the Taco Bao and a show-stopping King Crab Feast. It's the kind of spot locals guard jealously on Wentworth Avenue.
High-energy Gold Coast lounge with live DJs and bottle service on Division Street. The kind of place that draws a well-dressed crowd ready to go late into the night with a proper sound system and VIP sections that deliver.
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.
A retro speakeasy in the basement of Lonesome Rose in Logan Square. Classic cocktails, dim lighting, and a genuinely off-the-beaten-path vibe. Find the entrance through Lonesome Rose.
This West Town cocktail bar channels 1970s rock-and-blues energy with throwback vibes, creative drinks, and an atmosphere that feels like the golden age of vinyl. The Chicago Avenue strip location keeps it buzzing late into the night.
The West Loop's Good Night, John Boy is a 1970s fever dream — retro wallpaper, bulky TVs, a sparkling disco ball, and a groovy energy that builds as the night goes on. It's weird, it's fun, and the dance floor doesn't disappoint.
The West Loop's Grapes & Grains is a sophisticated piano bar and cocktail lounge with live music, networking events, and curated social experiences. The upscale atmosphere makes it a refined alternative to the neighborhood's louder options.