Best Chicago After-Work Bar

Nightlife 2005

1. Poag Mahone's
   

   175 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL (map)

   Business-casual types stop by for tasty hamburgers and after-work cocktails and at this cheery Irish pub in the Insurance Exchange Building.

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2. Metro Deli & Cafe

   210 S Canal St, Chicago, IL (map)

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3. Black Beetle
   

   2532 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL (map)

   This Humboldt Park bar is a laid-back neighborhood joint that buzzes on the weekend.

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4. Fado Irish Pub - Chicago
   

   100 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL (map)

   Chicago outpost of a national bar franchise with Celtic charm and one of the best Guinness pours around.

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5. Justin's
   

   3358 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL (map)

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6. Crimson Lounge
   

   333 Dearborn St, Chicago, IL (map)

   An indelible reference to the brilliance of The Clash, the House of Blues Hotel lobby bar takes a whole new spin on hotel bardom.

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7. Cactus Bar & Grill
   

   404 S Wells St, Chicago, IL (map)

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8. Globe
   

   1934 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL (map)

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9. Big Chicks
   

   5024 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL (map)

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10. Bistor

    151 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL (map)

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