Best Chicago Neighborhood Bar

Nightlife 2008

1. 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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2. Black Rock Pub & Kitchen
   

   3614 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL (map)

   This Lakeview bar offers a menu with American comfort food favorites, fireplace seating and games room for serious pool players.

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3. Woodlawn Tap
   

   1172 E 55th St, Chicago, IL (map)

   When term papers are done, collegians make tracks to this Hyde Park bar and grill.

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4. Cleo's Restaurant
   

   2048 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL (map)

   Bucktown offshoot of the Wicker Park original features similar eclectic decor and gussied-up bar food.

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5. Local Option
   

   1102 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL (map)

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6. Village Tap
   

   2055 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL (map)

   Laid-back Roscoe Village types flock to this neighborhood hangout for its great beer selection and beer garden.

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7. Paddy O'Splaines
   

   2434 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL (map)

   The name hints at Irish, but the menu crosses multiple cultural lines at this family-friendly Lincoln Square bar and grill.

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8. Skylark Restaurant
   

   2149 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL (map)

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9. Orbit Room
   

   2959 N California Ave, Chicago, IL (map)

   Nightlife takes on a retro vibe at this rare Avondale bar.

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10. Fearon's Public House
    

    3001 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL (map)

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