Ultimate Singles Guide
By Citysearch Editors, Chicago
From a trendy restaurant or bar to a hot dance club or rockin' music venue, find the best singles spots in Chicago.
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Crobar
1543 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL
Legendary Clybourn Corridor dance destination transforms from goth warehouse to posh party palace without losing its cool. -
The Underground
56 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL
This military-chic lounge from Rockit Ranch (Le Passage, Rockit) lives up to its hush-hush name--literally and figuratively. -
Sound-Bar
226 W Ontario St - Entrance in Alley, Chicago, IL
Mega-nightclub in River North offers hipsters two large levels to dance, drink and be seen. -
Sushi Samba Rio
504 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
A trendy crowd coos over daring Japanese-Brazilian fusion cuisine at this flashy dining destination. -
Starfish
804 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Randolph Street pit stop lauded for creative sushi and extra-fresh sashimi that appeals to a stylish, sake-sipping West Loop crowd. -
Rockit Bar & Grill
22 West Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL
Gussied-up comfort food and a Western-chic scene draw River North hipsters to this restaurant and late-night lounge.
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Bar Chicago
9 West Division St, Chicago, IL
Expect a party every night--and Jager shots aplenty--at this rowdy, ever-packed Gold Coast bar. -
Bordo's Eatery and Sauce
2476 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
Come for dinner, stay for drinks and snag digits at this diverse Lincoln Park hang where martinis are king. -
Butch McGuire's
20 W Division St, Chicago, IL
This quintessentially cluttered Rush and Division pub remains a popular haunt among former frat-types aiming to throw darts. -
Transit
1431 W Lake St, Chicago, IL
Energetic clubbing, flashy and futuristic, beneath the El tracks. -
Sangria Restaurant and Tapas Bar
901 W Weed St, Chicago, IL
Before hitting neighboring clubs, fuel up on the selection of Latin-inspired small plates at this vibrant tapas restaurant.
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Martini Park
151 W Erie St, Chicago, IL
Texas nightspot import teaches River North what "big" is all about, starting with almost 40 suggested cocktails. -
English
444 N LaSalle St, Chicago, IL
This River North three-tiered bar and restaurant is a slightly more sophisticated extension of the Eat Well, Drink Better brand. -
The Redhead Piano Bar
16 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL
Beneath its sassy sign, River North's tunester paradise is old-school (in good way). -
Y
224 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL
Sleek River North lounge with velvet-rope exclusivity attracts an opulent crowd. -
Davenport's
1383 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Get up close and personal at this Wicker Park cabaret known for its sing-a-longs and willingness to entertain audience requests. -
404 Wine Bar
2856 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL
Comfortable place to sip and schmooze over a bottle or two. -
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse
1028 N Rush St, Chicago, IL
Heavy hitters and swinging singles mix over martinis and red meat at this flashy carnivore's paradise.
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10pin Bowling Lounge
330 N State St, Chicago, IL
With a giant video wall and martini list, stylish bowling alley and lounge draws; adjacent to the House of Blues. -
Goose Island Wrigleyville
3535 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
This expansive brewpub just steps from the ballpark satisfies fans of the Cubs, specialty beers and above-average bar eats. -
Joe's
940 W Weed St, Chicago, IL
This Clybourn Corridor warehouse-turned-sports bar is also a good place to hear live music or meet friends. -
Southport Lanes & Billiards
3325 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL
This crazed bowling paradise also has great bar food and microbrews. -
Mother Hubbard's
5 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL
Big screens flicker with sporting events at this casual sports bar serving simple fare.
