9 bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.
BASSLINE is a South Side Chicago event venue known for hosting R&B day parties, live music events, and nightlife experiences along the Michigan Avenue corridor.
High-energy, sleek South Loop destination popular with Black professionals. Features a heavy Sunday evening DJ rotation spinning 90s hip-hop, timeless R&B, and neo-soul alongside upscale cocktails and wings.
Chicago's most eclectic music venue. Punk, metal, rock, house, techno, EDM, K-Pop, Latin, R&B, indie. Standing room concert hall in Logan Square with full bar.
Elements Karaoke Lounge is a Chicago nightlife venue hosting themed party nights, karaoke sessions, and trap & R&B events.
Gritty, deeply authentic South Side party venue. Massive energy on Sunday nights with a booming bass system, dancing crowds, and top-tier local DJs spinning heavy throwback jams and R&B classics.
South Loop's premier live music lounge featuring jazz, blues, and R&B performances Tuesday through Wednesday, with DJs on weekends. Elegant setting with a long walnut bar and comfortable couch seating.
Upscale, intimate, and sleek South Loop martini bar. Black-owned with top-tier live jazz and R&B musicians. Known for its classy atmosphere and expertly crafted cocktails.
Discover Privé at Provaré, one of Chicago's best hidden speakeasy cocktail lounges, nestled in the basement of Provaré in West Town. This sleek, low-profile 21+ venue delivers an intimate and sexy setting with curated cocktails and Provaré's house favorites — reservations are limited to just 4 guests via Tock. Love Jones Thursdays bring DJ Kid Clay spinning classic R&B remixes and the latest hits, with food service until 9:30 PM Thursdays and 11 PM on weekends. Open Thursday 7 PM–Midnight and Friday–Saturday 6 PM–Midnight, Privé is the perfect secret spot for a sophisticated night out.
Hyde Parks premier live music venue and restaurant. Multi-level space with a concert hall, full restaurant, and rooftop. Features jazz, R&B, soul, and DJ nights with craft cocktails.