Piano Bars

by nicole_walker - 0 Reviews - 4 Lists

Updated: October 08, 2007

From dueling bars to candle light with old-school jazz, anyone can appreciate the soothing sound of the piano. Whether you're looking for a different melody, these Chicago piano bars will light up the mood.

Piano Bars

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Jilly's Piano Bar
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    1007 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)

    Celebrities are attracted to this North Side piano bar for its popular mix of swing and Sinatra.

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House
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    1024 N Rush Street, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    The soothing sound of the piano fills the air nightly for Gold Coast regulars of this Gibsons' sibling.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Orso's
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    1401 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    Comfortable Old Town trattoria is the perfect setting for listening to chill music from the piano.

  4. 4 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Davenport's
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    1383 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 (map)

    Equal parts cozy cabaret and piano bar, this relaxing watering hole fills a unique niche in Wicker Park nightlife.

  5. 5 3 Star Rating: Average Grape Street
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    226 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)

  6. 6 3 Star Rating: Average The Redhead Piano Bar
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    16 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    Step into this River North upscale spot featuring classic tunes including Tom Linsk and more.

  7. 7 Julian's Piano Bar
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    778 N Route 59, Aurora, IL 60504 (map)

    Dueling pianists battle it out at this local suburban favorite.

  8. 8 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Zebra Lounge
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    1220 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    This tiny hidden gem from the '30s with zebra flare has been attracting locals for years with lively tunes from Tommy Oman.

  9. 9 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Howl At The Moon
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    26 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    Dueling pianos with a raucous sing-along amp up the all-night party at this River North watering hole.

  10. 10 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Cafe Zalute
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    9501 W Devon Ave, Rosemont, IL 60018 (map)

    The retro bar with a '40s feel is open until 4am with a piano featuring saloon singers, R&B and Motown classics.