Nightlife in Chicago
River North rocks with Sound-Bar and Excalibur while many stylish saloons like The Signature Lounge are located Near North and Downtown. Blues and jazz haunts are scattered throughout the city as are sports bars and funky establishments like The California Clipper. Find a bit of everything in Lincoln Park - B.L.U.E.S., Goose Island Brewery and Webster's Wine Bar. Opening hours vary. Some bars open as early as 10am while dance clubs close as late as 4am.
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1. Webster's Wine Bar - Bars
Show moreUnpretentious and intimate, the atmosphere at Lincoln Park's Webster's Wine Bar lends itself to romance. It boasts more than 500 wines from around the world, more than 35 varieties available by the glass. A specific region is featured each month.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1480, West Webster Street, Lincoln Park, Chicago 60614
Telephone
+1 773 868 0608
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2. Goose Island Brewery - Bars
Show moreLate afternoon, this Lincoln Park pub is jammed with sports fans sipping the local brew. There are over 10 beers on tap, Honker's Ale one of the most popular. Goose Island Brewery offers tours at 3pm on Sundays.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1800, North Clybourn Road, Lincoln Park, Chicago 60614
Telephone
+1 312 915 0071
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3. The Signature Lounge - Bars
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Sip a martini at The Signature Lounge on John Hancock Center's 96th floor. Enjoy the stunning panorama of the Lake Michigan shoreline and the city's dazzling architecture from the ceiling-to-floor windows. In the evening, the lights of the city twinkle.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
875, North Michigan Avenue, Near North, Chicago 60611
Telephone
+1 312 787 9596
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4. Cubby Bear Lounge - Bars
Show moreDuring the baseball season Cubby Bear Lounge, located across the street from Wrigley Field, is always mobbed. Rowdy Chicago Cub fans flock here to mourn or celebrate after a game. At other times, the North Side bar is still crowded.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1059, West Addison Street, Wrigleyville, Chicago 60613
Telephone
+1 773 327 1662
Transport
Subway/Elevated Railway: Red Line to Addison; bus 22 to Clark, 152 to Addison
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5. The California Clipper - Bars
Show moreThis funky 1940s-themed bar in Humboldt Park serves classic cocktails at its 18.3 metre long bar and in small, padded booths. On weekends, live bands play anything from country, soul and gospel to jazz and blues. Monday is bingo night.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1002, North California Avenue, Humboldt Park, Chicago 60622
Telephone
+1 773 384 2547
Clubs
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6. Excalibur - Clubs
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This Romanesque structure in River North, once the Chicago History Museum, is one of the city's largest nightclubs, with a den-type bar, dance cabaret and lower level games room. Dancing at Excalibur varies from salsa to alternative.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
632, North Dearborn Street, River North, Chicago 60610
Telephone
+1 312 266 1944
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7. Berlin Nightclub - Clubs
Show moreHeterosexuals, transsexuals and homosexuals gravitate to this Lakeview multicultural club, where DJs play progressive dance music. Fun Berlin Nightclub theme nights include Cheap Ass Tuesdays (US$1 drinks), Madonna every first Sunday of the month and once a month disco Wednesdays.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
945, West Belmont Avenue, Lakeview, Chicago 60657
Telephone
+1 773 348 4975
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8. Sound-Bar - Clubs
Show moreRiver North's Sound-Bar is a classy, trendy dance club with nine bars including an upscale wine bar and beer saloon. DJs spin a variety of pulsating music. The two dance floors have video monitors, laser lights and projected holographic images.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
226, West Ontario Street, River North, Chicago 60654
Telephone
+1 312 787 4480
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9. B.L.U.E.S. - Entertainment
Show moreSince 1979, Blues lovers have clamoured to hear the wailing of local artists at this Lincoln Park club. The setting at B.L.U.E.S. is intimate with a long, narrow bar and small tables. CDs can be purchased on site.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
2519 , North Halsted, Lincoln Park, Chicago 60657
Telephone
+1 773 528 1012
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10. The Second City - Entertainment
Show morePeople like Alan Alda, John Belushi, Bill Murray and John Candy got their start at Old Town's The Second City, Chicago's famous comedy club. In 50 years, it has lost none of its charm. Each performance is original and funny.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1616, North Wells Street, Chicago 60614
Telephone
+1 312 337 3992
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11. Andy's Jazz Club - Entertainment
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This cosy club in River North, with its 'wall of fame' and horseshoe bar, features mainstream, bebop and swing-jazz combos. Live jazz sessions take place daily, including lunchtime when you can munch on pizza or prime rib to the rhythms.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
11, East Hubbard Street, River North, Chicago 60611
Telephone
+1 312 642 6805
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12. The Baton Show Lounge - Entertainment
Show moreOnce a gay club, River North's The Baton Show Lounge has become a fun venue for mixed crowds, especially tourists and bachelorette parties. Female impersonators dance and lip sync. The more tips the performers get, the better the show.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
436, North Clark Street, River North, Chicago 60654
Telephone
+1 312 644 5269
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13. Chicago Symphony Center (Orchestra Hall) - Entertainment
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The downtown Chicago Symphony Center hosts 150 world-class classical, children's and chamber concerts yearly. It is possible to sit on stage behind the orchestra. Tickets are scarce but the box office has same day, discounted tickets for students and seniors.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
220, South Michigan Avenue, Downtown, Chicago 60604
Telephone
+1 312 294 3000
Transport
Subway/El to Adams/Wabash, State, Dearborn
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14. Green Mill - Entertainment
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The Uptown neighbourhood is not great but the music at Green Mill is. Once owned by mobster Al Capone, jazz aficionados and hipsters come to hear Dixieland, traditional, bebop, contemporary and progressive jazz. Every Sunday is Uptown Poetry Slam night.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
4802, North Broadway, Uptown, Chicago 60640
Telephone
+1 773 878 5552
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15. Buddy Guy's Legends - Entertainment
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Memorabilia adorns the walls of Buddy Guy's Legends, a downtown blues mecca. Listen to music while devouring Louisiana barbeque or jambalaya. Buddy Guy, along with such notables as Bo Didley, Mick Jagger and Eric Clapton have appeared on stage here.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
754, South Wabash Avenue, South Loop Downtown, Chicago 60605
Telephone
+1 312 427 1190
