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1. Bar Louie
This was the third Bar Louie location I've been to. It was a bit hard to find because it is connected to a hotel and we had to drive through a couple parking lots to get to it.
I love the set-up of the place, with the bar in the center and tables…More »
2. Bartini's
This place was packed when we went on the weekend. The crowd was mainly people in their 20's. Loud atmosphere, a lot of dancing; my kind of place! It's connected to Cadillac Ranch, which was almost dead. Guess the DJ & dancing was more popular than…More »
3. Bigby's Pour House
loved this bar, not sure if it's because they only have beer & wine (a different approach; some hate it, I loved it), it was a private party, there was good music (private dj), or because I loved the beer selection. maybe all of the above. I really,…More »
4. Blues Bar
I've been here twice; the first time was the night before a holiday (maybe Easter?) and it was almost empty. The blue lights and large building caught my eye and I wanted to check it out. I was impressed with the beer selection; I'm always a sucker…More »
5. Cans Bar & Canteen
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 227-2277
Categories:
Restaurants,
Dive Bars
Neighbourhood: Wicker Park
Been here three times; two of those times, the place was packed, which I like (the more the merrier), but at the same time it was very difficult to walk through the crowd without spilling my drink. Crowd was pretty young (20s, 30s). Music is decent;…More »
6. Crocodile
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 252-0880
One of my favorite bars in Wicker Park. Free mini pizzas with every drink order! But a well drink was $8; guess it's worth it if you plan on grabbing a pizza. Young crowd, usually pretty diverse & a lot of good looking people. The basement is dark &…More »
7. Debonair Social Club
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 227-7990
Categories:
Dance Clubs,
Sports Bars
Neighbourhood: Wicker Park
I've gone here many times, both on weekend nights & Monday nights. Mondays actually get pretty packed. The theme on Mondays is called Rehab, an appropriate name considering it occurs following the weekend. Not sure about on weekends, but on Monday,…More »
8. Deuces and the Diamond Club
mirrors slanted above the bar, dim hanging lights encased in loose netting, the escalator, & the patio pond are my favorite parts.
bartender upstairs could have been more attentive to me, especially since her brother was in our group, but it was…More »
9. The Drawing Room
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 266-2694
Categories:
American (New),
Lounges
Neighbourhood: Near North Side
Probably wouldn't go here if it wasn't for my friend working here, but it is a really unique & eclectic place. The liquor they have behind the bar is most likely liquor you've never heard of. They use a lot of exotic flavors. One shot we got had an…More »
10. Drink
Last night was the grand opening & I was very impressed. The entire interior was renovated to look more like a true nightclub. It looks completely different compared to when it was Mad Mark's & Alumni Club. Seating & tables for bottle service,…More »
11. Durty Nellie's
The thing I like most about Nellie's is the extensive beer menu! And I like that the bartenders always have good suggestions when I ask; they'll even give several free tastes of the ones on tap. I really like their 'pokey sticks' (garlic bread with…More »
12. Emmett 's Tavern & Brewing Co
Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 359-1533
Categories:
American (New),
Bars,
American (Traditional),
Breweries
Great beer, two outdoor patios (one with a fire pit) & pretty good food. I like going on nights when they have deals ($3 pints on Tuesdays, half price Emmett's pitchers on Thursdays). The turkey burger, Kobe burger with melted brie & carmelized onion…More »
13. Empty Bottle
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 276-3600
Categories:
Dive Bars,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Ukrainian Village
I really like the different rooms & layout of this place. A bit dingy, but then again, a lot of music venues are. Sucks the bar is cash only. I liked the painted walls in the girls' washroom & all the band posters throughout the venue. I also liked…More »
14. Evil Olive
Been here three times: twice on a Monday, once on a Saturday. The Mondays were more packed/busy than the Saturday. Stayed til close all three times. The crowd is young and pretty diverse. Bartenders are ok, but could be a little friendlier. Was…More »
15. Exit
Be prepared for grungy music, bras hanging from gothic chandeliers, whips, & girls chained to a fence. That basically sums up the experience I had at Exit. Not at all the kind of bar I normally go to, but my friend convinced me and I am one to try…More »
16. Firkin
Cute bar, comfy atmosphere, and nice beer selection (always a plus in my book). There is a parking lot located behind the building. Loved the hanging string lights; I'm a sucker for certain kinds of lighting, particularly low lighting. It just sort…More »
17. Goldies Bar
A cute corner bar with a decent beer selection. I think they have PBR for a dollar every day, but I'm more into trying new beer and they maybe ten microbrew choices. They were out of one beer on draught when we went. Unfortunately, it was a beer we…More »
18. Goose Island Wrigleyville
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 832-9040
Categories:
Gastropubs,
Breweries
Neighbourhood: Lakeview
I liked the mood in this bar, the big windows revealing their own brewery, the beer & that there is a room in back where bands play. We had Demolition, Pepe Nero & Bourbon Blueberry Imperial Stout; all very yummy. The food is pretty good, too.
19. Hala Kahiki
Finally, a bar that makes me feel like I'm on vacay! This place totally makes me feel like I'm in the '70s. So many tropical, hawaiian decorations. Low light atmosphere & a lot of space; you wouldn't really think it's so spacey from looking at it…More »
20. Hopleaf Bar
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 334-9851
Categories:
American (New),
Gastropubs
Neighbourhoods: Andersonville, Uptown
Heard this was one of the best bars in Chicago to go to for a nice beer selection. I don't actually recall seeing the beer menu, but we did order from the seasonal list & I asked the bartender for suggestions. I had Bell's Two Hearted & my friend had…More »
21. John Barleycorn
Have only been to this Barleycorn twice, but had fun both times. Similar to the other Barleycorns in Chicago, there is an upstairs that is open late and usually has bands or dj's on the weekends. The only thing I don't understand is why they charge a…More »
22. Lamplighter Inn
Place gets packed on weekends with college aged drinkers, many of which get blatantly wasted, which is quite entertaining for me. Food is decent, but they have a new kitchen manager who plans on bringing in new items & raising the quality of the…More »
23. Lincoln Hall
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 525-2501
Categories:
Music Venues,
Venues & Event Spaces
Neighbourhoods: Lincoln Park, DePaul
One of my faaaavorite venues in Chicago. It's still pretty new & the interior design is what mostly got me hooked. The front of the place is a good sized bar & restaurant; the back room has high ceilings with a balcony & stage. The food is delish &…More »
24. The Lucky Monk
South Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 898-0500
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Breweries
ordered the flight of beer, which included six Lucky Monk brews. I liked the amber style ones and the stout was ok.
also ordered the Trappist Trio, which was good.
I like the decor of the place. I would go back, especially to try seasonal brews.
25. The Map Room
Love this bar, mainly because of the extensive beer selection. There are so many, it's almost overwhelming, but if you know your beer types, just ask the bartender for a suggestion. They're always getting new brews in. I've only been here once. It…More »
26. Maria's Packaged Goods and Community Bar
Chicago, IL 60608
(773) 890-0588
Categories:
Bars,
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighbourhood: Bridgeport
From the outside, it just looks like a tiny liquor store with all the bottles in the window, but past the front counter & coolers is the bar. Low light atmosphere; very relaxing. Good place to go to for a date. I loved the hanging lights & beer…More »
27. Martini Club
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 622-9444
Categories:
Dance Clubs,
Polish,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Belmont Central
I could not believe how large this place is, and even better that there are themed rooms. We had our own private section in the room that had a lot of red lighting and several fireplaces on the wall. The room across from it had an ice bar, I believe…More »
28. McGee's
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 549-8200
Categories:
Bars,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Lincoln Park, DePaul
Every time I go to McGee's, the place is mobbed! It's really hard to maneuver around, so expect to spill your drink when moving from point A to point B.
A mostly young crowd, and I mean about 99% of the customers are probably college students. Most…More »
29. The Mid
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 265-3990
Categories:
Dance Clubs,
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Fulton Market, Near West Side, West Loop
Just like almost any other club in Chicago, there's the served table section, the flashing lights, the go-go dancer girls on platforms, the DJ and the overpriced drinks. We came on a Thursday and arrived early to avoid paying cover (glad because it…More »
30. The Owl
went on a friday between 1 & 3 a.m. low lighting. waterfall behind the bar. very spacious. didn't order a drink so not sure how the beer & wine selection is. basically, just a good after hours bar, considering its name is in honor of a nocturnal…More »
31. Red Moon Martini Lounge
This martini lounge is hidden in between the shops & restaurants of downtown Arlington. Nice that there is an underground garage, but it's a little more walking than I'd like to do for a place like this. I like the lighting under the bar top & the…More »
32. ROOF
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 239-9501
Categories:
Lounges,
American (New)
Neighbourhood: The Loop
Prime spot, excellent city views, modern decor. I went on my birthday & it was an all girls Playboy event. They were giving out free goodie bags.
Drinks are pretty expensive, but considering this lounge is located in a nice hotel & in the loop, I'm…More »
33. Salud Tequila Lounge
One of my favorite things about Salud: the decor. The front & back room have the cutest set-up of a tree on the wall with little shelves holding tequila bottles. I also love the lighting under the tables at the booths. The atmosphere is very cozy.…More »
34. Swig
I love dark bars, especially when there is good dim lighting & this place has exactly that: a lot of darkness accentuated with a lot of red lighting, which I really liked. Some people actually dance here, but it seems only the really inebriated ones.…More »
35. Tokio Pub
went on a friday night, especially for the costume contest
cons:
* washroom is very far; you have to walk through Shaw's, then through a lobby, up the stairs and down another hallway. waaay inconvenient.
* waitress didn't know about the $3 beer special…More »
36. Uncle Fatty's Rum Resort
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 477-3661
Categories:
Karaoke,
Sports Bars
Neighbourhood: Lakeview
Best place to go to in the winter when you want to feel like you're on vacation! Place is huge and there are at least three bars, but you usually have to wait awhile no matter which one you go to. Gets pretty crowded & there is usually a band (or…More »
37. Vintage Lounge
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 526-3647
Categories:
Lounges,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: University Village
Of course this place did well when it first opened, but even last time I went, the place was crowded & a lot of people dance every time I go; that's always a good thing for me. It may be a bit hard to get through the crowd at times, so a martini…More »
38. Westwood Tavern
We normally go on Wednesdays, when martinis are $5. There are deals everyday of the week. Great beer selection; they don't just have your normal selection you see everywhere. There are about 50 different brews to choose from. The table taps are also…More »
39. Yankee Doodle Bar
There are not many bars in Barrington and I wanted to check out a place I had not been to yet, so my boyfriend suggested Yankee Doodle. It is sort of hidden in what seems like a mini strip mall in the back corner of the building, adjacent to the…More »
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Barrington, IL
Yelping SinceDecember 2010
Things I Lovelounges, nightclubs, vodka-pineapple-grenadines, strawberry milkshakes, cafes, swimming, trying new beer, dogs, jellyfish, museums, bike riding, meeting people
Find Me Inthe northwest suburbs of Chicago & Wicker Park most often
When I'm Not Yelping...I'm out at places that I could be yelping about!
My First ConcertDave Matthews Band (1997, New World Music Theater)
Current CrushCaleb Followill