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If you can't decide, these bartenders are happy to surprise you with something on or off menu—as long as you follow the house rules: "no Grey Goose, no bombs of any kind, no Cosmopolitans. Find the best spots to drink, including fun, trendy, rooftop bars and more. Reserve well ahead.This tiny, 13th-floor lounge is all about the views, from the top of the Nothing if not eclectic.

Afterwards, head next door to cocktail lounge Elixir—which is open until 3 a.m. on most nights—and enjoy a nightcap. Chef Matthias Merges is also the owner, so the food is definitely on point. What was once a vinyl haven has transformed into a neighborhood arcade tavern boasting arguably the best collection of vintage cabinets and pinball machines in town. Well … take a shot of Malort anyway. Globe lighting dangles from two stories overhead, illuminating the crowd assembled below as they sip from oversized punch bowls and enjoy live DJs late into the night. “This is a slick new addition to the neighborhood. The drink list places an emphasis on local craft brews and whiskeys and customers are welcome to bring food from the numerous surrounding restaurants in the area, which often means a plethora of delicious banh mi and spring rolls.

Customers can showcase their skills on more than 130 games including air hockey, basketball, skee ball and pinball. It's an institution for a reason, with good food, better beers, and a chill staff that makes this huge space feel cozy.
The Michigan-based brewery opened its satellite location here in 2018, offering up draft specialties you won't find anywhere else. There's also a second location in River North with a full kitchen. We recommend stepping out of the way when that thing falls over.Seconds from the Western blue line stop (the stairs literally drop you off at the entrance), you’ll find some great drink deals, awesome music and, inevitably, a great time.This vine-covered tavern is the perfect place to stop by before or after a Cubs game if you’re trying to avoid the Wrigley crowd.

The menu changes frequently, sometimes even multiple times a day. The 50,000 square-foot complex in Bucktown plays host to competitors in the indoor five-on-five game that’s become a cult hit around the country. 30 pinball machines and 47 video games, including the 10-player Killer Queen, Jurassic Park Arcade, VEC ‑9 & … What's New. Recommendations? Every three months, partner Danny Shapiro completely revamps the playful menu.

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Good to know: It's cash only.Milk Room is where spirits geeks and cocktail obsessives can find rare booze and (incredible, expensive) cocktails crafted by some of the city's best bartenders. The pinball playground has dozens of machines for guests to try and beat the high scores on along with an equally impressive selection of arcade games, as well as whimsical 80's and 90'-inspired cocktails and craft beer. There's not much to look at, just long four-top tables and stools, beer signs, and colored lights, but music lovers of all kinds, young and old, local and international flock here, especially on weekends.A community hub with summertime DJ sets and outdoor cookouts, birthday parties and board game nights, Maria's is a window onto its neighborhood—and nothing like glossier downtown cocktail spots in the best possible way. As long as they don’t cheat...Helping make the beginning of the week suck a little bit less, every Monday and Tuesday is board game night at Blue Line Lounge!This quaint, neighborhood spot is a favorite due to its friendly atmosphere and affordable prices. If you're not doing game night AT LEAST once a month, then you're doing things wrong. Regardless, you’ll still find classic board games and more at Uptown Arcade!The historic California Clipper has more to offer than just board games. So make sure to ask your server for a flight to sample from the two-dozen draft selections.Candlelight, vinyl, and solid cocktails: This is Chicago's go-to spot for a romantic night out, set rather incongruously in a still-industrial corner of town just northwest of Goose Island. There’s no food aside from bar snacks (although the Logan Square table game-themed location has more food) but guests are welcome to bring their own and host parties. If there was any doubt that ping pong is on the upswing, it vanished when Susan Sarandon brought her social club to Chicago earlier this year. A reliable neighborhood joint in the Pilsen area that's seeing more and more visitors.Anyone into playful cocktails that also taste great will appreciate this Lincoln Square spot, which has the downtown vibe without being in over-saturated, perpetually packed River North. It's a tight fit inside, so try to snag a seat on the patio overlooking the Park at Wrigley, the newly-designed plaza located in the shadow of historic Wrigley Field. You've got options.

Lakeview’s late-night hangout is always a popular and packed destination.

But the real fun is in exploring Kevin Beary's modernized flights of fancy. So it isn’t considered gambling nu state regulations. Standout arcade games and activities include skee ball, NBA Jam, pac man, … The arcade bar that kicked off the retro revival in Chicago is still going strong. The space provides game-enthusiasts and entertainment-seekers with a dynamic experience blended with an elevated bar scene that Highline Bar + Lounge offers. Featuring dozens of games, live music, DJs, curated craft beer / cocktail bar, amazing local art murals and more! Cocktails are clever and boozy, like a punch of Scofflaw's Old Tom Gin and Aperol or a white Manhattan made with George Dickel's unaged whiskey. I put my name down for a party of 8 and they told us they do not…”Cocktails Anyone? Owner George Saldez is a hospitality industry veteran, and he's pulled together a list of 80-something wines, with a focus on his native Australia.

Chicago's original arcade bar + event venue. Yet the here drinks go above and beyond basic bottle service.