User Lists in Chicago, IL Metro

Hotels in Chicago are turning up the heat and becoming--more than just a place to sleep--a place to see and be seen. Killer amenities, extra special touches and outstanding dining and nightlife scenes make these five Chicago hotels the places where everyone wants to stay, party and be pampered. (Photo: Elysian)

Get the best bang for your buck with dollar deals in Chicago. Yep, we scoured Chicago--dining, drinking and even bowling our way around the city--to find out just how far we could stretch a single greenback. Sure, you can almost always track down a $1 PBR or burger deal, but we found specials that are a bit more, well, special. Without further adieu, we present to you, fellow penny pincher, our favorite dollar deals in Chicago.

When a simple corner bar just won't do, check out our list of Chicago's hot dance clubs for a night of getting your groove on. These high-energy dance clubs are open late, so you can bust a move with celebrities and other high-energy clubbers until the sun comes up. (Photo: Spy Bar)

After a long day, sometimes you just need to unwind with a stiff drink at one of downtown Chicago's best bars. Throw one back at these downtown Chicago bars in the midst of the action, where a mix of locals and out-of-towners dress to impress and make it their mission to mingle: The drinks are cool, the crowd is hot, and inappropriate behavior ensues as the night turns into morning. (Photo: Le Bar)

The Mag mile is crawling with tourists, shoppers and Chicagoans, and with all the historic landmarks, museums and high-end shops crowding Michigan Avenue, it's not hard to see why. When hunger strikes after a long day of exploring downtown Chicago, pop in to one of these Chicago restaurants for a perfect end to the day, whether you are looking for a casual cafe or a full-blown fancy schmancy meal. (Photo: Pane Caldo)

We all need (and deserve) a little more pampering in our lives, and what better way to achieve that goal than with a day at the spa. Sure, a massage sounds great, but why not try an elaborate and unique treatment that goes above and beyond the call of pampering. Sit back, close your eyes and let the experts work their magic. (Photo: Four Seasons Spa)

When you're hankering for an affordable but stiff cocktail (hey, it's 5 o'clock somewhere!), head out to one of these hot Chicago bars and save some cash with these great deals. For each day of the week, we've got a deal to be had. It's time to get your drink on! (Photo: Citizen)

When hard-working business-types leave their offices, they don't head home, they head to one of these bars in the Loop, Chicago's bustling downtown area. Tourists visiting nearby Grant Park and Michigan Avenue also flock to Loop bars after a long day of sight-seeing. Whether you're looking for a swanky rooftop perch or casual beer, these five bars in the Loop will get your evening (or afternoon) off to the right start. (Photo: Sweetwater Tavern and Grill)

The Loop in downtown Chicago is the country's second largest business district, and that makes for a whole lot of hungry office workers (and shoppers) looking for food. To feed them all, there are also a whole lot of restaurants, but not all of them are good--how to know? Consult our list of the best Loop restaurants, of course, whether you're looking for a casual bite or an elegant meal. (Photo: Tavern at the Park)

Nickle candy is a thing of the past, and you've gotten used to the good life when it comes to dining out. Chicago restaurants feel your pain, and they're responding with dining deals that feel more like steals. There's no shame in counting your pennies--these Chicago dining deals may even leave you with bucks to burn. (Photo: Carlucci Restaurant)