Bars, restaurants, clubs, and venues open after 5. Hours, phone numbers, and vibes included.
Located in Rosemont, Chicago, Adobe Gilas is a lively Tequila Bar/Nightclub offering a sizzling mix of premium spirits, live music, and a lively vibe. With its energetic vibe and a crowd that blends locals and visitors, it’s the perfect spot to unwind and dance the night away.
High Craft. Low Key. A craft cocktail bar in the heart of Fulton Market from the team behind Ever Restaurant. Come as you are — upscale drinks in a laid-back atmosphere. Happy hour, private events, and an Insiders Club membership available.
Alice's Lounge in Chicago is a sleek, intimate venue renowned for its sophisticated ambiance, curated cocktail menus, and a clientele that includes celebrities and industry elites. Its unique experiences, from live jazz performances to exclusive private events, make it a worth visiting for those seeking Chicago's most refined nightlife.
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.
Classy and energetic River North jazz club with excellent drinks paired with blistering, fast-paced traditional and modern Chicago jazz performances. A full dinner menu complements nightly shows.
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.
A neighborhood bar on Cottage Grove Avenue in Avalon Park, offering a local gathering place with daily hours until 2 AM.
A neighborhood sports pub on Pershing Road in Fuller Park, offering a casual spot to catch games with cold beer and bar fare.
A tropical speakeasy tucked inside Three Dots and a Dash in River North. Strong tiki drinks, an intimate basement setting, and some of the most flamboyant cocktails in the city. Enter through Three Dots at 435 N Clark St.
Bandit is a sleek Chicago cocktail bar hosting happy hours, networking events, and social gatherings.
A craft beer paradise with a rotating draft list that beer nerds obsess over and a food menu to match. Bangers & Lace has earned its 900+ reviews with a knowledgeable staff, cozy patio, and some of the best sausage-and-beer pairings on Division Street. Hopheads, this is your spot.
Mount Greenwood’s Bar 106 is a no-frills sports bar where locals gather for heated outdoor seats, wall-to-wall TVs, and a laid-back tavern scene that stays open until midnight. No need to hunt for the game—every screen’s got something on, and the vibe’s just right for staying late.
Bar 91 is a River North bar and lounge offering cocktails and a lively atmosphere in the heart of Chicago's nightlife corridor.
A neighborhood bar and sports lounge on Ashland Avenue in Washington Heights, open evenings for drinks and game watching.
A transformative 19.3-acre South Side campus in Jackson Park honoring the 44th President of the United States. The Obama Presidential Center features a one-of-a-kind Museum, a public branch of the Chicago Public Library, a recreation center, and expansive green space designed for the community. Built on the South Side where the Obamas' journey began, the campus hosts cultural programs, exhibitions, and public events throughout the year.
Loft-party vibes meet craft cocktails at this Chicago Avenue lounge on the Ukrainian Village strip. Comfy couches, creative drinks, and a sexy atmosphere that fills up fast once the sun goes down.
A cash-only Beverly institution that's been pouring pints for the South Side's Irish community for generations. Barney Callaghan's is the real deal — no pretension, no craft cocktail menu, just honest drinks and the kind of neighborhood warmth that chain bars can't replicate. Bring cash.
Bar Pendry offers a moody, intimate setting with a curated art collection and a lavish double-sided fireplace, making it a perfect spot for conversation and small gatherings after dark. Its classic Chicago hotel bar ambiance, combined with a curated selection of drinks, makes it a premier downtown cocktail destination.
West Loop's Bar Takito mixes Latin-inspired cocktails with shareable bites in a space that buzzes from happy hour through late night. The 3-6 PM happy hour pulls a solid after-work crowd, but the real energy kicks in once the sun goes down on Randolph Street.
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.
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.
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.