Suggestions for Bar near Chicago

PUNCH • September 25, 2015This modern Victorian parlor has an impressive stash of gins from around the world. One-part hip living room, one-part casual saloon, the cocktails run the gamut from fresh and fruity to big and boozy

Emily B. • August 25, 2017I love this place. The cocktails are top notch, the bar is absolutely beautiful and they play good jams. Good service and knowledgeable bartenders.

Chad • July 12, 2018A little bit of Mexico City in Chicago. Bangin' music. Great place to sip a mezcal cocktail and watch the world go by.

Maureen • May 17, 2017Johnny is my favorite bartender working there now. Amazing draft list and service, unique atmosphere and cozy seating. Great date spot or catch the game with friends.

faldy r. • October 29, 2010Best and oldest wine bar in Chicago, hands down. yummy!

Todd K. • June 16, 2019Great beer including several from the foeders. Delicious homemade pizzas with fun topping choices

Chris O. • May 3, 2021Great craft beer selection with a cute patio tucked away toward the back of the building. This place is a hidden gem!

Sandy H. • September 13, 2014Seriously great bar...so nondescript from the street that you'd almost miss it. Built-in table top checkers & great cocktails. The whiskey mule is tasty.

Caroline M. • October 9, 2022Hard to go wrong. Fun cocktail selection and good wine list. standouts include the crab Rangoon, potstickers, Dan Dan noodles, dry chili chicken, Mongolian beef….but honestly, everything is great.

Michael B. • April 20Amazing services!!! best place for hangout, everything is perfect, The relaxed atmosphere and communal seating make it easy to strike up conversations with fellow beer enthusiasts.

Paul L. • March 25, 2023Huge variety of excellent beers. Imperials stand out. Friendly active comfortable space

Serious Eats • September 5, 2013A great corner bar in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood. Order a Negroni or a classic Old Fashioned.

Redeye Chicago • January 16, 2015This comfy, dim neighborhood bar has hazy red lighting and fantastic black-and-white photos. Their relaxed vibe is complimented more with the sound of vintage jazz in the backdrop.

Andy P. • August 17, 2013The best dive bar around. The best bartenders around too!

Allison N. • April 22, 2018Expect 2 hr wait or more for a court, but super fun place to hang out, play board games and have a few tropical cocktails until its your turn. Perfect escape from the city (and especially winter)!

Patrick L. • April 13, 2022Cozy intimate indoor space with an open, modern outdoor space. Best of both worlds!

Paul L. • November 8, 2022You could argue this is the best beer in Chicago - especially hazy IPA’s (Juicy Pants, Son of Juice) and stouts (Fat Pug). Great space too, small and comfortable.

Dustin M. • October 7, 2017Hidden amidst a construction site is this awesome taproom with great views of the Chicago River and quality German style craft brews.

Todd K. • January 6, 2019Hidden gem of a bar with some tasty bites too. Try the new beer collaboration with Solemn Oath Brewery