Lucky Horseshoe
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3169 N. Halsted
Chicago, IL 60657

Scott K. writes: EVERYTHING Christiana mentioned is what makes this place so amazing!  In almost every other US city these kinds of places have been shut down or gentrified out of existence, so patronize this place while it lasts!  No, not you Christiana, haha.  It…

Islands
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3856 N Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60610

Kathy M. writes: I haven't been to Islands since they changed ownership a few months ago, but it was decent before that.  Great burgers and food specials.  Karaoke Thursdays.  

Yes, the bartenders are in bikini's... at least they were... and they're under blacklights.…

MaxBar
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

2247 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614

Lindsey S. writes: My friends and I were here on New Year's Eve so that might skew my review a little, but I really liked MaxBar and am definitely planning on coming back.

Our tickets were only $65 for a premium open bar from 9-1, which was much, much cheaper than most…

McCafferty's Pub

8107 Ogden Ave
Lyons, IL 60534

Dave S. writes: This place was OK.  It was nothing to write home about.  The place is pretty old and looks very dated and could use a change in decor a little.  The prices of the drinks were reasonable and they had a good jukebox.  I was disappointed that the…

The Ashland
Neighborhood: Lakeview

2824 N Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Ann S. writes: THIS PLACE IS GREAT!
so many differnt beers, cheap eats, the owner is super cool. I went with my sister when i was visiting Chicago recently.
She lives near there so we just walked over.  We had a great time.
I hope this place gets more popular.  NO…

Zentra
Neighborhood: Near North Side

923 W. Weed Street
Chicago, IL 60622

MiRIAM w. writes: A fun place to dance the night away with a bunch of international folks (hint: bring your own!)

Joy Blue
Neighborhood: Lakeview

1401 West Irving Park Road
Chicago, IL 60686

Ren H. writes: I went to an all you can drink event here and it was ok... this bar is a little out of the way for me but it has multiple rooms which is a feature i like in a bar so there's room to move around and explore... beware of the all you can drinks there…

Cowboys

2829 W 167th St
Hazel Crest, IL 60426

Eric J. writes: I used to frequent this club only cause of the cheap liquor.  On my last visit I decided to get a dance from one of the strippers named "Treasure" (her real name is Shonda) .   That was THE WORST mistake I ever made!  She was on her period and ruined…

Republic - Club
Neighborhood: Near North Side

1520 N Fremont St
Chicago, IL 60614

Kara B. writes: They have food at Republic?!?! Strange, I've never heard it promoted as anything other than a dance club -- which is exactly why I went there this past Saturday. The music is very techno oriented, and can get a bit grating at times. People don't…

Driftwood
Neighborhood: Uptown

1021 W. Montrose Ave
Chicago, IL 60613

Ian P. writes: This is one of my fav. bars! I just chill out and swipe free beers all nite long...but don't go when the owners are there because they are retarded mutants!!

Dealbreakers

Chicago, IL 60657

Lindley E. writes: Is there anything more potentially toxic to a budding relationship than the emergence of a habit, belief, hobby, predeliction, neurosis, affliction, or obnoxious co-habiting family member on the first or second date? I think not, but Yelper VC has,…

Hot Stop
Neighborhood: Cragin

3000 N Cicero Ave
Chicago, IL 60641

Mark S. writes: So my favorite bartender gave me a lead on Hot Stop.  I've been looking to explore the late night dive scene in my 'hood, and it has a 4AM license and from the outside it looks perfect- a great corner location, brightly painted in Blue and Yellow and…

Caramel Ultra Sports Lounge

1540 W North Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Ellie B. writes: Sometime in the past year, Roc Bar on North Ave. magically morphed into this creation known as Caramel Ultra Sports Lounge.

Upon setting foot in this joint, all I could think was "Caramel" sounded a lot like "Carmella" on the Sopranos.  Because I felt…

Hansa Clipper
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

4659 N Lincoln
Chicago, IL 60625

D-Rock .. writes: Ah, the Hansa Clipper..........a bar that has been in Lincoln Square forever!  Back in the day, they had a "Piano" in front where a guy named "Victor" would play his tunes!  His name was Victor!  How do i know that??? Because  they had a sign in the…

Vision Nightclub
Neighborhood: Near North Side

632 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60610

Jacob J. writes: Been to Vision too many times.  

People that call it "ghetto" are idiots and morons. WTF? why would you say it is ghetto, its the same club its always been. Whats changed?  Well in the last year or two, there seems to be more hip hop nights than…

Houndstooth Saloon
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3438 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60686

Nate B. writes: I think I'm biased, I was never here before the remodel and sine I started going in April, it's become a Thursday staple for me.

I love the country night, the cheap beer, the friendly people ive met on either side of the bar, I usually get there…

Citizen Bar
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

364 W Erie St.
Chicago, IL 60654

calivanilla c. writes: Checked out Citizen last night. Was expecting something ultra impressive based on the line that was outside. Lots of guys in their jeans/collar top combo, lots of gals in their skirt/heels combo. Music was your usual Top 40.  Drinks were your normal…

Mad River Bar & Grille
Neighborhood: Lakeview

2909 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago, IL 60686

Dee W. writes: This place was really spacious and really roomy - our table was HUGE - we had one of the booths and there was a slight draft in the room.  There are flat screen tvs all around and the best part about getting a booth - there are personal flat screen…

Jilly's Too!
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Gold Coast

1009 N Rush St
Chicago, IL 60686

Lesley S. writes: I love Jilly's Too, but if it weren't for the staff I would probably not go there.  In fact, they are the only reason I go there.  I love the bartenders at the front bar, they are the nicest guys.  I like to compare them to a version of Tom Cruise…

J C's Pub

8650 Joliet Rd
McCook, IL 60525

Steven M. writes: I have been here quite a few times. It still makes me laugh as to why this place is so forgettable. This isn't discount Dan's house of chops. But it's a close second. The food is very bland. I had the pasta fasiole to start. I'm a pasta guy, but one…

Kincaid's
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park, DePaul

950 W Armitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60686

Beth P. writes: There's a time and a place for Kincaid's.  That time is your early twenties, and that place is... well, Kincaid's.  

I used to come here every Wednesday for $1 Bud Lights, loud Top 40 hits, bad service, and chotchy menfolk- it all balanced out, and…

reserve
Neighborhood: Near West Side

858 W Lake St
Chicago, IL 60607

Joe P. writes: It is worth going a little out of your way for this Chicago hot spot.  Reserve seems to get better each time I go there.  It is one of the few upscale places in the city that has actually stuck to its guns and stayed upscale.  Don't try to walk in…

Syn
Neighborhood: Near North Side

1009 N Rush St
Chicago, IL 60611

Maryanna C. writes: Although I miss the old Jilly's Retro Club, Syn has kicked up a notch.

Unfortunately, the dance floor is way to small and it gets annoying when out of towners start slammin into you because they think they're salsa dance needs the whole dance floor~…

Club Pm
Neighborhood: Bucktown

2047 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

Dee W. writes: Decent club - free cover.  Came out here to support an organization throwing a party but it was an odd mix of people from the regulars to the newcomers who were just here to support the organization that threw the party.  Definately a different…

Betty's
Neighborhood: Ukrainian Village

1600 W Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Stacey A. writes: My friend and I went here a few months ago (it took me a minute to remember the name of the bar and then to find it on yelp) while we were recruiting sports teams to be sponsored by our bar.

We stopped in to have a beer at Betty's and were pretty much…

Moe's Cantina
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3518 N Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60614

Alex F. writes: I wasn't very impressed with Moe's, which surprised me considering how many people I know who love going there. It has a cool decor and the high ceilings give it a nice feel. The attractive people also give it, and me, a nice feel. But no drink…

Champs Sports Bar & Grill

17W517 Roosevelt Rd
Oakbrook Ter, IL 60181

Tania D. writes: Love Pool...Video Games...the Horse Racing Game (forgot the official name of it), then you will like Champs. My girlfriend is here every week playing pool, it's cheap to play and you can always get a game in here. A DJ plays on Friday nights, and I…

Club 720
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

720 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610

Leang E. writes: My girlfriends use to go this club all the time a few years back.  It just recently re-opened.  I went this past weekend on Friday night, and I just got cash across the street and waited in line with my girls for our Girl's Night Out.  One of the…

Lilly's
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park, DePaul

2515 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

Jamie R. writes: this isn't just a bar with a lady's name...lilly exists...and i'll give her three stars for allowing me to see what my mom may have looked like the year she gave birth to me....

but damn...she poors a slow drink. their special...pitchers of long…

Mark 2 Lounge

7436 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60645

Andrea R. writes: The negative reviews are understandable because the Mark 2 Lounge is definitely a shit hole. However, the Mark 2 Lounge will always hold a special place in my heart, especially after spending at least 2 nights/week here during my 4 years at NU! My…

Highlife Adventures
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3047 N Lincoln Ave
Unit 202
Chicago, IL 60657

Spencer K. writes: I have been a member since April of 2006.  I have attended well over 300 events.  I have had the pleasure of being able to get to know many of the event planners, info people, event leaders, etc. in the office as personal friends of mine as well as…

Hydrate
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3458 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60657

David R. writes: The bar is nice decor but the music is horrible!  Many twinks in this bar.  I don't know why they re not provide the great songs. I hope they will do it better soon.

Dakota's Bar & Grill

1550 E Algonquin Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Erik W. writes: On Tuesdays, it's $3 U CALL IT drinks for EVERYTHING (for real! Even shots!!  And my beloved Captain Morgan)... and they've got the B96 DJs and Mixmaster Throwdown in there.  It's ALWAYS packed, and always has hot chicks!   Open until 4am, and the…

O'Brien's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Old Town

1528 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610

Adam M. writes: This place is like two restaurants in one.  One is a bar area and outdoor patio, with TVs and a more youngish (relatively that is) crowd.  Generally normal bar feel to it - like what you'd expect to walk into on Wells.  Walking into the other half of…

Spy Bar
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

646 N Franklin St
Chicago, IL 60610

Shab M. writes: All I can say about Spybar is that it has the most amazing vibe ever!  Sure, you have to walk down the stairs to get to it, but you don't feel like you're in a basement while you're there.  The intimate setting is what gives you a feel for the vibe.…

John Barleycorn
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

658 W Belden Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

G S. writes: Long ago, three ships sailed for the new world.  The Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria.

Here, tonight, I met a ship named Nina! :)  Wow!

One down, two to go, five stars!

Katacomb
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

1916 N Lincoln Park W
Chicago, IL 60614

Moise K. writes: Well.. Yeah. You are not suppose to go here at 9 pm and expect to have the time of your life! Go at 1am. (VIP doesn't even open until 2 Am) It's a late night spot, that's why it's located in a cave-like atmosphere. Just think CAVEMAN! :)  The music…