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Chicago Late Night

438 bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.

Joe's Live Rosemont

live music venue · Parkway Bank Park

Use event-level scraping rather than static hours.

5441 Park Place, Rosemont
847-261-0392
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Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

steakhouse · River North

The legendary Miami transplant delivering impeccable stone crab claws and prime steaks in a polished, white-tablecloth setting just off the Magnificent Mile.

60 E Grand Ave, Chicago
312-379-5637
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Josephine's Southern Cooking

Soul food · Chatham
all ages

A 30-year Chatham community pillar where chef Josephine Wade serves hearty gumbo, fried catfish, and chicken & waffles that define South Side soul food.

436 E 79th St, Chicago
773-487-2900
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Joy Yee Noodle

Pan-Asian noodles · Chinatown

Chinatown Square anchor drawing crowds for a massive pan-Asian noodle menu, oversize bubble teas, and colorful smoothies in a high-energy space.

2139 S China Pl, Chicago
312-328-0001
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Kai Zan

Japanese/Sushi · Humboldt Park
all ages

Humboldt Park's hidden sushi gem offering creative omakase and inventive rolls from twin brother chefs in an intimate BYOB setting.

2557 W Chicago Ave, Chicago
773-278-5776
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Kasama

Filipino · East Ukrainian Village
all ages

Michelin-starred Filipino restaurant and bakery from chefs Genie Kwon and Tim Flores, ranked among North America's 50 Best -- the tasting menu is a revelation.

1001 N Winchester Ave, Chicago
773-697-3790
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Kimski

Korean-Polish fusion · Bridgeport
all ages

Bridgeport counter-service gem fusing Korean and Polish street food -- think bulgogi pierogi and kimchi sausage -- next door to cocktail bar Maria's.

960 W 31st St, Chicago
773-823-7336
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King KTV

Karaoke Lounge · Chinatown

Upscale craft cocktail bar and karaoke lounge in Chinatown with 12 private rooms featuring high-tech sound systems, LED lighting, and 100,000+ song libraries.

2002 S Wentworth Ave, Fl 2, Chicago
312-291-8685
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Kings Dining & Entertainment

Bowling/Lounge · Rosemont

27,000-square-foot upscale bowling and billiards complex with 20 lanes, two full bars, a restaurant, and 50-plus big-screen TVs in Parkway Bank Park.

5505 Park Pl, Rosemont
847-233-0099
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Kingston Mines

blues club · Lincoln Park
Late21+

Hours on official home and FAQ differ slightly; site and Choose Chicago both confirm late-night operation.

2548 N Halsted St, Chicago
773-477-4646
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Kinya Ramen

ramen · Crestwood

Home of the 'golden ramen,' Kinya brings legit bowls and a full sushi bar to the south suburbs -- open until 11pm weekends for a proper Friday-night noodle run.

4949 Cal Sag Rd, Crestwood
(708) 388-8232
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La Cueva Nightclub

LGBTQ+ Latin nightclub / Drag bar · Little Village
Late

One of the oldest Latino drag bars in the country, staging two elaborate shows a night with drag queens and kings in a LGBTQ+ sanctuary that has thrived in Little Village for over 40 years.

4153 W 26th St, Chicago
773-522-4511
West Side

Lady Gregory's

Irish Gastropub · Andersonville

Andersonville's beloved Irish gastropub named after the literary icon, serving elevated pub fare with a smart whiskey list and weekend brunch in a warm, wood-paneled space.

5260 N Clark St, Chicago
773-271-5050
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Lanigan's Irish Pub

Irish pub · Mount Greenwood
Latenot stated

Mount Greenwood Irish pub with live traditional music on the first Sunday of the month, weekly karaoke nights, and a warm community-pub vibe on the 111th Street bar strip.

3119 W 111th St, Chicago
773-233-4004
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Lao Peng You

Northern Chinese · Ukrainian Village

Hip Ukrainian Village spot serving handmade dumplings and hand-pulled noodles in a casual setting -- the name means 'old friend' and regulars treat it like one.

2020 W Chicago Ave, Chicago
872-206-8624
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Lao Sze Chuan

Sichuan · Chinatown

Tony Hu's flagship Sichuan powerhouse where the dry chili chicken and three-pepper dishes set the standard for numbing heat in Chicago.

2172 S Archer Ave, Chicago
312-326-5040
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Lao Sze Chuan

Sichuan · Downers Grove

Western suburban outpost of the legendary Sichuan chain bringing Tony Hu's fiery dry chili chicken and signature three-pepper dishes to DuPage County.

1331 Ogden Ave, Downers Grove
630-663-0303
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Late Bar

bar · Lakeview

Known for its extensive selection of craft cocktails and a retro arcade.

540 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago

Latin Street Music & Dancing

Dance Studio / Social Dance Nights · South Loop

Chicago's top Latin dance studio offering evening salsa, bachata, cumbia, and merengue classes plus weekly social dance nights -- perfect for couples or solo dancers looking for a night out.

600 W Roosevelt Rd, Ste 2W, Chicago
312-427-2572
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Laugh Factory Chicago

Comedy Club · Lakeview

World-famous comedy brand's Lakeview outpost featuring nightly stand-up shows from local rising comics to A-list headliners, with a full bar and late shows on weekends.

3175 N Broadway, Chicago
773-327-3175
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Lem's Bar-B-Q

BBQ · Greater Grand Crossing
all ages

James Beard America's Classics winner and the oldest Black-owned BBQ spot in Chicago, slow-smoking ribs and tips in the legendary aquarium smoker since 1954.

311 E 75th St, Chicago
773-994-2428
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Lennon's

Global Small Plates/Lounge · Naperville

Three-floor downtown Naperville destination blending globally inspired small plates, craft cocktails, DJs on the first floor, and a live music lounge upstairs.

16 W Jefferson Ave, Naperville
331-226-2967
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Le Sud Mediterranean Kitchen

French Mediterranean · Roscoe Village

French Mediterranean restaurant in Roscoe Village with refined seasonal cooking, weekend brunch, and a warm neighborhood ambiance that makes it a go-to date-night destination on the north side.

2301 W Roscoe St, Chicago
773-857-1985
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Life Bar Arcade

Arcade Bar · Schaumburg
Late

Retro-meets-modern arcade bar featuring pinball, classic cabinets, a full stage, and an elevated DJ booth alongside craft cocktails. Open until 2 AM on weekends with live entertainment, trivia nights, and gaming tournaments.

1626 E Algonquin Rd, Schaumburg
224-539-8903
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