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LAKE VIEW. Pop's offers over 100 different champagnes in an ethereal, elegant room. The sunken bar highlights piano and jazz combos that grace its elevated stage seven days a week. A lovely outdoor garden, domed ceilings, and a roaring fireplace make this spot a romantic classic. Light appetizers, desserts, and a full bar are available if you don't like the bubbles.
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GOLD COAST. Established in 1989, this tiny venue is open 365 days a year, and Lonie Walker, who founded the place, still plays three nights a week. Live music is offered nightly to an incredibly eclectic group of patrons. Jazz and blues are the main focus, but acoustic guitar and piano music are often featured, as are friends who hop on the makeshift stage. The limited size allows performances to be very interactive. Ordering or bringing in carryout food is acceptable. Truly a classic.
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IRVING PARK. This Irish pub has been garnering an increasingly steady following since its opening in 1973. The pub is part restaurant, part club as it features a full menu of authentic Irish food (fish and chips, shepherd's pie, and Irish sausage) as well as live music nightly. The best local, regional, and national acts perform on Abbey's stage, and the musical mix includes everything from Indie Rock to traditional Celtic music. The interior features balcony seating, warm wood floors, and stone walls. Cover charge starts at $6 depending on the musical act.
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4. Crobar
1543 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60622 · 312-266-1900
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WEED DISTRICT. This enormous warehouse holds 800 people (legally) and is packed almost every night. Local DJs share space with those brought in from New York, Los Angeles, and London. The dance floor and its raised platforms are highlighted by incredible sound and light systems. Specialty stations throughout the space supplement the four bars. The VIP area is swanky, candlelit, and overlooks the mass of swaying dancers below.
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WRIGLEYVILLE. What could beat roof-top seating looking out onto Wrigley Field? This sports bar offers just that, as well as a bevy of monitors to keep you posted on competitions across the globe. Sports memorabilia lines the walls, reminding folks that Murphy's is a shrine to all things athletic. Daily drink specials make for a great value, and the signature pink vodka lemonade is so good that you'll probably order more than one. Sidewalk seating is available.
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GOLD COAST. Enter through the alley, move past the beautiful blond hostess (having met the cover charge and dress code), descend the stairs, and be transported to a 10,000-square-foot subterranean speakeasy of the new millennium. Le Passage's funky decor and talented DJs spin you from dance floor to two great bars. Yow Bar, named for legendary Trader Vic's bartender Yow Low, is a comfy VIP area. Beautiful, hip patrons can also enjoy live music, fashion shows, and a tasty late-night appetizer menu.
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7. Ghostbar
440 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601 · 312-575-9900
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WEST LOOP. If it seems like Ghostbar popped off the pages of hip "Wallpaper*" magazine, that's because it did. The British publication paid homage to the streamlined club, a polished complement to downstairs' super-trendy N9NE restaurant. Get in the mood with a Ghostini cocktail (complete with Casper swizzle stick), and then sit back and take in the high quotient of nightlife attitude. A long line of beautiful people often waits to get in, and star-sighting potential is high.
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8. The Note
1565 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 · 773-365-9000
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WICKER PARK. Live music and an incredible jukebox keep this Wicker Park favorite busy into the wee hours of the morning. Performers vary from alternative and hard rock to hip-hop rock and country rock. The Note's two bars serve everything a thirsty patron could hope for. Pool tables are located behind the stage. Stick around after the show and watch because the crowd triples after 2am.
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UPTOWN. This beautiful old dance hall, built in 1926, was designed to emulate a Spanish palace courtyard. During its fascinating history, the venue has been myriad things, including an elegant ballroom, orchestra hall, rock club, and host to wrestling and boxing matches. After recently receiving a major face-lift, the Aragon has returned to its original splendor. Crystal chandeliers, mosaics, terra-cotta ceilings lined with twinkling stars, and projected clouds blend effortlessly with the "No stage diving, body surfing" sign that hangs by the stage. Call for events and show times.
About 10Best's recommendations for Chicago's Best Nightlife:
10Best's editors and local contacts have searched all over Chicago for the best places to find yourself once the sun goes down and have decided that these businesses represent the best Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Dance Clubs, Jazz & Blues Clubs, Live Music, Pubs, and Sports Bars Chicago, Illinois has to offer. Want to relax and unwind in Chicago? Let us show you the best places in town to do it!
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