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Bars in River North, Chicago, IL

Bull & Bear

30s / Affluent / After Work / Beer

Party Earth Review Even on the most crowded and rowdy evenings, Bull & Bear maintains a level of decorum worlds apart from the often raucous venues that dominate Chicago’s sports bar scene. In true Wall Street style, a forty-foot-long stock market ticker above the main bar reports recent sports updates and scores, while an almost obscene ... more

431 North Wells Street
Chicago, IL 60654

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Howl at the Moon

80s Music / After Work / Bar

Party Earth Review For those who rock out in the shower but are too embarrassed to try karaoke, the pianists at Howl at the Moon offer an introvert’s alternative, playing crowd-pleasers late into the night to a packed and raucous crowd always ready to sing along. Both an after-work hangout for business people and a late-night hotspot for ... more

26 West Hubbard Street
Chicago, IL 60654

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Dick's Last Resort

American Restaurant / Burgers

Reviewed by Gabriella D.

"Dick;s Last Resort is probably one of the only restaurants where you go HOPING the waiters/waitresses are rude to you and boy, are they! Me and a larg ..." more

315 North Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60610

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Epic

Button-downs / Cocktails / DJ / Bar

Reviewed by Scott N.

"One of the most underrated bars in Downtown Chicago. Instead of taking the usual route of most people. Try the skyline bar EPIC. Perfect for that s ..." more

112 West Hubbard Street
Chicago, IL 60654

Citizen Bar

Affluent / Bar Food / Blouses / DJ

Party Earth Review A swanky exposed brick hideout in the winter, the upscale Citizen Bar gets into full swing in the warmer months when it opens a massive five-thousand-square-foot rooftop deck, making it a popular River North summer hotspot. Wealthy finance types and local residents appropriate the venue during the week, commandeering dozens ... more

364 West Erie Street
Chicago, IL 60654

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Andy's Jazz Club

20s / 30s / 40s / Bar / Blues / Couples

Party Earth Review A part of Chicago’s rich jazz and blues history since the late 1970s, Andy’s Jazz Club serves up multiple live sets seven nights a week. Located just two blocks from the tourist magnet Magnificent Mile, the venue draws a good number of out-of-towners looking to cross “Chicago jazz” off their to-do list, although the ever ... more

11 East Hubbard Street
Chicago, IL 60611

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Cuvée

Affluent / Bar / Bottle Service

Party Earth Review Accessed via a dark alley and an impenetrable doorman blocking the unmarked entrance, Cuvée is an upscale late-night lounge with a focus on champagne and pretty people. Developed by the same group behind ultra-scenester club Enclave, the venue centers its single room around a cluster of VIP tables hemmed in by low walls ... more

308 West Erie Street
Chicago, IL 60654

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The Purple Pig

Street Parking / Casual / Groups

Reviewed by Daniel W.

"One thing I truly love about Chicago is not only the abundance of great little spots open past midnight, but that often they are busy on the most unli ..." more

500 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611

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Underground Wonder Bar

30s / 40s / Affluent / Art / Artsy / Bar

Party Earth Review Founded in 1989 by multi-talented Chicago native Lonie Walker – who still helms the house Bad Ass Company Band – Underground Wonder Bar touts a packed calendar of nightly performances geared to soothe the soul, feed the funk, and make a whole lotta toes tap. A small sidewalk patio provides guests with some fresh air ... more

710 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60654

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Mercadito Chicago

30s / 40s / Affluent / Bar / Brunch / DJ

Party Earth Review Located in upscale River North, the Chicago outpost of the Mercadito chain is a top spot with affluent locals and trendy couples in the mood for intricate Mexican fare and more than one hundred varieties of tequila. Well-dressed finance types and chic party girls stop in to chill out over a relaxed meal and a shot of Don ... more

108 West Kinzie Street
Chicago, IL 60654

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Blue Frog's Local 22

After Work / Alternative Rock

Party Earth Review Renovated in 2011 by Spike TV’s Bar Rescue, Blue Frog’s Local 22 is a sports and karaoke bar featuring a snazzy sports design and a menu of organic meats and locally brewed beer. Bright neon signs and twenty TVs tuned to sports cast a flickering light over the rowdy crowd of college kids playing drinking games with every ... more

22 East Hubbard Street
Chicago, IL 60611

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House of Blues Chicago

All Ages / Bar / Bluegrass / Blues

Party Earth Review A maze of function rooms, dining areas, and two stages support the House of Blues’ reputation for great music, good grub, and a packed house practically every night. Swaggering locals may decry the chain aspect – there are thirteen locations and counting – but seeing as the venue pulls in big names covering a range of ... more

329 North Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60654

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The River North bar scene has so much to offer! In a neighborhood overflowing with hotels and tourist attractions, it’s no surprise that River North bars cater to a variety of tastes. From swanky cocktail lounges to down-to-earth jazz clubs, it’s easy to find a spot to suit any mood.

For a classy evening, start the night at Mercadito, an upscale Mexican restaurant featuring an impressive array of tequila. The restaurant serves a variety of small plates for lunch and dinner, and then DJs turn the spot into a more club-like atmosphere later in the evening. For continued enjoyment in a club-like atmosphere, try Cuvee, a swanky lounge where patrons sip champagne on leather banquettes.

Those looking for a more wild evening should head to LaSalle Power Co., a decked out sports bar and lounge featuring dozens of widescreens, dance floors, and pool tables. The third floor even features the Thunder From Down Under revue, for ladies looking to have a more Aussie-filled evening. Another excellent spot for wild nights is Howl at the Moon, a dueling piano bar that often turns into good fun debauchery later in the evening.

And of course there’s Andy’s Jazz Club, one of Chicago’s famous blues venues featuring soulful crooners and lively backing bands every night of the week. Andy’s also offers dinner, providing for an entertaining evening on the town all rolled up into one classy bar.