The Bassment

A quirky New Orleans-inspired eatery with live music, creative cocktails, and a menu that teeters between comfort and culinary adventure.

Vintage video games entertain patrons of this funky arcade bar with beer, bourbon & cocktails.

Nestled by the river, this vibrant spot offers creative global bites and strong tropical cocktails in a lively, artful atmosphere perfect for any occasion.

Southern dishes & breakfast with a Cajun spin is served in a relaxed setting with spacious patio.

Fashionable bar & deck for craft cocktails & beers on the 94th floor with panoramic city views.

Sophisticated riverside hotel with a contemporary restaurant, a spa & an indoor pool. Overlooking the Chicago River, this swanky hotel is adjacent to State/Lake El station and a mile from the Museum of Contemporary Art. Refined rooms feature 47-inch flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi (fee), plus pillow-top mattresses and coffeemakers. Some rooms have river views, and suites add separate living areas. Club rooms and suites offer access to a lounge with complimentary breakfast and appetizers. Room service is available 24/7. There's a rooftop cocktail bar overlooking the river, and a modern American restaurant with city views, as well as a spa, an indoor pool and a fitness center. Other amenities include 21 meeting rooms and parking (fee).

Cozy Italian restaurant with lots of pasta plus salads, sandwiches, daily specials & more.

Classic pub inspired by those in the British Isles, with coffees, meat pies, and cocktails.

Mordecai, nestled in Hotel Zachary and just a baseball toss from Wrigley Field, serves up sophisticated American fare and a killer bourbon selection in a chic, mid-century space.

Energetic gay dance club with theme nights & open very late.