Chicago, United States

Best bars in Chicago

16 places, ranked by traveler reviews. Where Chicago actually drinks, rooftops, speakeasies and neighborhood favorites, ranked by reviews.

Bar4.7

The Dearborn

9,626 reviews

A polished downtown Chicago bar known for its craft cocktails, vintage ambiance, and lively after-work scene.

Bar4.6

Three Dots and a Dash

8,712 reviews

Tiki-themed bar in Chicago's River North, famous for elaborate tropical cocktails and a hidden, immersive atmosphere.

Bar4.4

Cindy's Rooftop

5,581 reviews

Rooftop bar at the Chicago Athletic Association hotel with stunning views of Millennium Park and Lake Michigan.

Bar4.3

The Green Mill

4,627 reviews

A historic jazz club in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood, famous for its Prohibition-era ambiance, live music, and classic cocktails.

Bar4.4

Howl at the Moon Chicago

3,811 reviews

A lively dueling piano bar in Chicago's River North neighborhood, offering high-energy sing-alongs and a fun night out.

Bar4.9

Gus' Sip & Dip

3,068 reviews

A whimsical bar with a vintage mermaid theme, offering creative cocktails and a lively atmosphere in Chicago's River North neighborhood.

Bar4.3

Brando's Speakeasy

2,160 reviews

Hidden speakeasy in Chicago's Loop serving classic cocktails in a vintage, Prohibition-era setting.

Bar4.6

Flight Club Chicago

1,940 reviews

A high-tech darts bar in Chicago's River North, combining social gaming with craft cocktails and a lively atmosphere.

Bar4.5

The Green Door Tavern

1,610 reviews

Historic Chicago tavern with a speakeasy vibe, known for its craft beers, pub food, and vintage decor.

Bar4.7

Delilah's

1,177 reviews

A cozy, dimly lit cocktail bar in Chicago known for its speakeasy vibe and creative drinks.

Bar4.6

Sparrow

803 reviews

Cozy cocktail bar in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, known for its intimate vibe and inventive drinks.

Bar4.3

Broken Shaker at Freehand Chicago

778 reviews

A vibrant rooftop bar in Chicago's River North, famous for craft cocktails and a lively poolside atmosphere.

Bar4.6

Best Intentions

712 reviews

A neighborhood bar in Chicago with a cozy, unpretentious atmosphere, known for craft beers and friendly vibes.

Bar4.5

Lazy Bird

533 reviews

A cozy, dimly lit cocktail bar in Chicago's West Loop, known for its inventive drinks and intimate, speakeasy-style vibe.

Bar4.5

Best Bar

363 reviews

A popular Chinatown bar in Chicago known for creative cocktails, karaoke rooms, and a lively atmosphere.

Bar4.5

After Chicago

234 reviews

A rustic-chic bar in Chicago's West Loop known for craft cocktails and a lively atmosphere.

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Good to know

What is the best-known of the bars in Chicago?

The Dearborn is the most reviewed, with 9,626 traveler reviews and a 4.7 rating. That makes it the safe choice if you are only fitting in one.

Which of Chicago's bars is worth going out of your way for?

Gus' Sip & Dip rates highest at 4.9 out of 5 across 3,068 reviews. Smaller crowds than the headline entry usually explain the gap.

How is this list of bars ranked?

By how many travelers reviewed each place, filtered to those rated well enough to be worth your time. No one pays to appear on it, and the order is refreshed monthly as new reviews land.

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