Wine Lover's Guide
By Citysearch Editors, Chicago
From a chic wine bar to a restaurant with a fine wine list, we've popped the cork on the best chardonnays and merlots in Chicago.
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BIN 36
339 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL
An extensive selection of flights make it easy to sample various vinos at this approachable restaurant and market. -
Cab's Wine Bar & Bistro
430 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL
Diners looking to drink on the cheap rub elbows with serious oenophiles at this innovative, affordable west suburban restaurant. -
Italian Village
71 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL
Settle into an intimate booth and peruse the hefty list of wines at this romantic, upper-level Italian restaurant. -
Salpicon
1252 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
Forget tequila: It?s the wines--and culinary prowess--that take center stage at this upscale Mexican eatery. -
The Stained Glass
1735 Benson Ave, Evanston, IL
Hundreds of bottles, dozens by the glass and many by flight, make this North Shore wine bar a runaway hit.
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DOC Wine Bar
2602 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Newbies and connoisseurs are equally at home choosing bottles at this low-key Lincoln Park wine bar. -
Maeve
1325 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago, IL
Dozens of wines from around the globe are offered by the glass at this welcoming, yet upscale Lincoln Park tavern. -
The Tasting Room at Randolph Wine Cellars
1415 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL
More than 100 wines by the glass--plus 300 more on a reserve list--only sweeten this skyline view. -
Vintage Wine Bar
1942 W Division St, Chicago, IL
A trendy Wicker Park crowd sips and nibbles at this sexy, low-lit wine bar and restaurant. -
Beviamo Wine Bar
1358 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL
Romantic Little Italy wine and martini bar that becomes a post-pasta destination as the evening wears on.
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Binny's Beverage Depot--Lakeview
3000 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Beverage warehouse chain boasts thousands of specialty spirits, wines and beers from around the world. -
House of Glunz
1206 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
Old Town wine shop that?s been revered for its rare wine cellar and private label, aged Kentucky bourbons since 1888. -
Que Syrah Fine Wines
3726 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL
Lakeview wine boutique brimming with table wines, unique gifts and wine accessories and specialty beer. -
Sam's Wines & Spirits
1720 N Marcey St, Chicago, IL
Huge wine warehouse boasts competitive prices and selection. -
Artisan Cellar
222 Merchandise Mart Plz Ste 116, Chicago, IL
Limited release wines delight collectors at this Merchandise Mart wine boutique, gourmet deli and espresso bar. -
Kafka Wine Company
3325 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Located in Boys Town, this wine store is all about inexpensive varietals--think 250 for under $15--with panache.
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Glunz Family Winery & Cellars
888 E Belvidere Rd Ste 107, Grayslake, IL
There's some fine fortified wine being made at this family-run winery. -
Lynfred Winery
15 S Roselle Rd, Roselle, IL
Some of the nation's finest wines are produced in--surprise--suburban Roselle.
