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Billy Goat Tavern |
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430 N Michigan Ave, Chicago 60611 • 312-222-1525
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Distance:
~0.33 mi * |
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Description:
MAGNIFICENT MILE. This tavern boasts quite an interesting history. It was made popular by a "Saturday Night Live" sketch in which short-order cooks yell "cheezborger." Even before the humorous SNL bit, however, the place had quite a reputation. The original owner, William Sianis, apparently cursed the Cubs' owners because of their refusal to allow his billy goat into the stands. So far, the curse has stood strong – the Cubs haven't won a championship since. Despite its fame, the bar is pretty basic in nature, focusing on good beer and, what else, cheeseburgers! |
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User Rating: 9.5
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Boston Blackie's |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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164 E Grand Ave, Chicago 60611 • 312-938-8700 • 1-866-445-8429
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Distance:
~0.43 mi * |
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RIVER NORTH. In the mood for a thick burger and a pile of fries washed down with a cold beer? Head to Boston Blackie's, where you won't find a hint of pretension. Here, the friendly waitstaff and bartenders happily serve up potato skins, onion rings, burgers, and bottled and on-tap beer to eager patrons. If you're planning on hanging out later in the evening, get there before 10pm – closing times can vary. |
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User Rating: 8
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Rockit Bar and Grill |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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22 W Hubbard St, Chicago 60611 • 312-645-6000
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Distance:
~0.52 mi * |
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RIVER NORTH. A trendy, high-concept space draws crowds nightly to this happening bar, lounge, and restaurant. The bustling front bar is the place to see and be seen. Sample a specialty cocktail, like the Rockit Root Beer – root beer, Stoli Vanil, and Godiva white chocolate liqueur – while you take in the scene. Looking for something a little more relaxed? Head to the upstairs lounge, where pool tables, couches, and 50-in. plasma TVs can be found. There's plenty of upscale bar food to nibble on too – think Kobe burgers and fries cooked in truffle oil. |
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Boss Bar |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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420 N Clark St, Chicago 60610 • 312-527-1203
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Distance:
~0.61 mi * |
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Description:
RIVER NORTH. Named for Chicago's former "boss," Mayor Richard J. Daley, this bar immortalizes him with a larger-than-life mural. The front of the bar is a garage door that's opened when it's nice outside. The jukebox plays classic rock and alternative music, and the menu is a mix of pizzas, burgers, and other bar food. The place's laid-back environment makes for a nice after-work stop. |
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Cardozo's Pub |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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170 W Washington St, Chicago 60602 • 312-236-1573
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Distance:
~0.67 mi * |
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Description:
THE LOOP. Sporting a basement location near City Hall, Cardozo's Pub serves as a watering hole for the city's political and legal movers and shakers. Business types come here after a long day to chat with fellow patrons and relax with a drink or two. Daily drink specials are usually a good option. Bar food such as burgers, salads, and sandwiches are at the ready as well. |
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Vision |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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632 N Dearborn St, Chicago 60610 • 312-266-1944
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Distance:
~0.70 mi * |
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RIVER NORTH. Whether you choose to spend your time dancing on the lower level to hard-hitting house and trance or lounging around with a cocktail on one of the upper floors, Vision is varied enough to please even the most finicky night owls. Top-notch international DJs – think Armin van Buuren, Markus Schulz, and DJ Tiesto – spin a fierce mix of house, trance, techno, hip-hop, and more. An excellent sound and light system and a whimsical indoor waterfall keep things interesting. |
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Blue Frog Bar & Grill |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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676 N La Salle Dr, Chicago 60610 • 312-943-8900
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Distance:
~0.86 mi * |
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Description:
RIVER NORTH. Whether you come for the food, games, or karaoke, you're sure to enjoy yourself at this neighborhood bar. The eats are typical but good, including burgers, soups, salads, and sandwiches. The entertainment is anything but typical – expect board games that throw you back to childhood: Chutes and Ladders, Operation, Monopoly, and more. The bar features 21 bottled beers, along with a number of on-tap varieties, and a selection of wines. |
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Signature Lounge at the 96th |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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875 N Michigan Ave John Hancock Bldg, Chicago 60611 • 312-787-9596
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Distance:
~0.90 mi * |
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Description:
GOLD COAST. Although a bit touristy, this spot offers the best views in the city on a clear night. The lounge is kept extremely dark to maximize southern and western views, and the lake and Navy Pier are visible from the Art Deco, marble-laden restaurant a floor below. Live jazz is featured on the weekends. The bar has a great selection of cocktails and champagnes. The place draws an unbelievably mixed crowd, which makes people-watching a real treat. Skip it on a cloudy night or if you're prone to vertigo. |
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User Rating: 9.5
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Cactus |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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404 S Wells St, Chicago 60607 • 312-922-3830 • 312-994-2428
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Distance:
~0.93 mi * |
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Description:
THE LOOP. This Tex-Mex style bar features a prickly name and a list of interesting drinks. Try the lizard lemonade (vodka, lemonade, and a glow in the dark lizard to name just a few ingredients), the swamp water (vodka, apricot brandy, melon liqueur, 7-Up, orange juice, and sour mix), or one of the many martinis that line the menu. Notable martinis include the lemon drop, sparky, or tootsie roll. A hodge-podge of games as well as TVs provide nightly entertainment for the youngish professional crowd. |
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Ghostbar |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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440 W Randolph St, Chicago 60601 • 312-575-9900
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Distance:
~0.96 mi * |
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Description:
WEST LOOP. If it seems like Ghostbar popped off the pages of hip "Wallpaper*" magazine, that's because it did. The British publication paid homage to the streamlined club, a polished complement to downstairs' super-trendy N9NE restaurant. Get in the mood with a Ghostini cocktail (complete with Casper swizzle stick), and then sit back and take in the high quotient of nightlife attitude. A long line of beautiful people often waits to get in, and star-sighting potential is high. |
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* All distances are
approximate "straight-line" distances.
See Directions for actual "travel distances."
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