Bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.
Lincoln Park's aliveOne is the neighborhood bar that gets it right with live music, trivia nights, and a welcoming vibe that never feels forced. Solid happy hour and regular themed events keep the calendar interesting and the regulars coming back.
A dimly lit English pub in Lincoln Park from the Hogsalt team — London circa 1926 with pineapple lamps, flickering fireplaces, antique paintings, rotating pot pies, wagyu burgers, truffle pasta, and bar snacks.
Bandit is a sleek Chicago cocktail bar hosting happy hours, networking events, and social gatherings.
BaseCamp Pub keeps it raw in Lakeview with underground DJ nights, punk shows, and the kind of divey energy that bigger venues can't replicate. Cheap drinks, loud music, no pretense.
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.
Billy Sunday is a vintage amaro cocktail bar in Logan Square, serving Chicago's north side.
Speakeasy bar in Lakeview at The Den Hotel. Also listed as Room 13.
Behind a hidden grass door on Division Street in Wicker Park lies Bordel, a Parisian-inspired speakeasy lit entirely by candlelight. Nightly jazz, burlesque, and live entertainment share the room with savory small plates — it's moody, romantic, and very hard to leave.
Bar in Wrigleyville at 3647 North Clark Street.
A beloved Logan Square live music bar and arts venue since 2010, The Burlington is one of Chicago most respected independent stages. Hosting local and touring acts nightly across rock, indie, folk, and experimental genres, the bar has earned a reputation as the heartbeat of Chicago neighborhood music scene.
Bar in Wrigleyville at 3707 North Halsted Street.
Bar in Avondale at 2924 North Central Park Avenue.
Comedy Bar Chicago (Chicago Comedy Lounge) brings the acclaimed Comedy Bar brand to the Lincoln Park neighborhood. Featuring nightly stand-up, improv, and sketch comedy shows in a full bar setting, it is a top for comedy fans on the North Side. Intimate theater seating ensures every angle is a great view.
A lively bar and grill on Grand Avenue in the heart of Belmont Cragin, serving the local community with drinks and food in a casual setting.
Cole's Bar is a comedy & open mic bar in Logan Square, serving Chicago's north side.
Enter through a record shop to find a stunning spot with great sound, a tiny stage where jazz musicians play, a great wine list, and fun cocktails.
Dorothy is a Chicago bar hosting community events, fundraisers, and themed nights in a welcoming atmosphere.
Pilsen's Dovetail Brewery is where craft beer obsessives go to geek out over authentic European lagers brewed on genuinely vintage equipment—their guided tours are as educational as they are Instagram-worthy. The dimly lit taproom stays open until 11 PM, making it the perfect pit stop before hitting up the neighborhood's Latin clubs and galleries.
Elements Karaoke Lounge is a Chicago nightlife venue hosting themed party nights, karaoke sessions, and trap & R&B events.
Bar in Andersonville at 5507 North Clark Street.
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.
Boutique cocktail lounge in Lakeview. Inventive drinks, curated wine list, and a stylish atmosphere that keeps the bar small and the pours good.
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.
A neighborhood bar and grill on Milwaukee Avenue in the Sauganash community, offering a laid-back spot for drinks and food with daily hours until 2 AM.