The best bars & nightlife in Elgin

Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.

100 W Higgins Rd (South Barrington)

Pints, flights & cocktails pair with Neapolitan-style pizza in a funky warehouse setting.

10934 S Western Ave (Chicago)

Tasting room of a craft brewery specializing in mead from its own bees' honey along with wines.

9030 S Hermitage Ave (Chicago)

Hip warehouse setting for drinking small-batch local beers with snacks, sandwiches, coffee & tea.

3630 S Iron St (Chicago)

Neighborhood spot offering cocktails and other drinks, plus music, dancing and a juke box.

211 E Garfield Blvd (Chicago)

Hybrid liquor store & neighborhood tavern supplying a large rotating menu of rare craft beers.

960 W 31st St (Chicago)

Chill brewpub with an industrial vibe offering craft beer, sandwiches & pizza, plus bar bites.

600 N Michigan Ave 2nd Floor (Chicago)

Long-running liquor store offering beer, wine, spirits, and cigars, plus daily tastings.

5058 S Halsted St Suite D-H, 5058 S Halsted St (Chicago)

Neighborhood eatery & bar with familiar comfort food, including chicken fingers, nachos & burgers.

901 W Wise Rd (Schaumburg)

Make this week a mezcal moment. Ghost Donkey is a neon-lit playground where the music is loud, the drinks are strong, and the vibe leans…

415 N Dearborn St (Chicago)

When the forecast acts up or you just want a different kind of night, Chip Shots Golf & Whiskey Bar in Elgin’s Wing Park pairs Full Swing…

1012 Wing St · ✓ checked Jul 28

Village Vintner is Chicagoland’s only winery, brewery and restaurant combo, pouring house-crafted wines and small-batch beers from its…

2380 Esplanade Dr (Algonquin)

In Andersonville, Little Madrid Tapas-Café does classic tapas, croquetas, and paella with 100% organic ingredients imported from Spain,…

5661 N Clark St (Chicago)

Intimate spot for sampling wine and whiskey flights, plus tasting courses. Friendly staff, knowledgeable sommeliers provide details on the…

103 S Main St (Algonquin)

New American sharing plates & an extensive wine list in a small storefront with booths & a patio.

2008 W Roscoe St (Chicago)

Rustic-looking retailer offering wine, craft beer & small-batch spirits, plus tastings & events.

719 S Dearborn St (Chicago)

Wine, cheese plates, and cocktails served in a comfy space with happy hour.

2831 N Broadway (Chicago)

Loungey local gathering place for pairing wine & beer with gastropub plates in homey-chic digs.

954 N California Ave (Chicago)

Well-known comedy club for seasoned & emerging stand-up acts, plus surprise celebrity guests.

3175 N Broadway (Chicago)

An extensive wine list & an eclectic menu of small plates in a cozy space with outdoor seating.

2601 N Milwaukee Ave (Chicago)

Global wines & classic cocktails are offered alongside light bites in a stylish setting.

1961 N Halsted St (Chicago)

Cocktail lounge pouring martinis ranging from "Dry & Savory" to "Dessert" in romantic environs.

161 E Chicago St

Casual bar and restaurant featuring seafood, steak, burgers, beer and cocktails, plus outdoor seating.

959 Villa St

Cabin-style bar with a rotating selection of American craft brews, plus a patio & covered porch.

39W149 Plank Rd

Decades old comedy club that hosts nationally-known headliners & is 21 & older only.

1548 N Wells St (Chicago)

Elevated American pub eats & craft beer in a laid-back locale with events like karaoke & trivia.

102 N River St (East Dundee)

Hip spot for house-brewed cider & beer with creative New American comfort foods & growlers to go.

4240 W Irving Park Rd (Chicago)

Sleek seller of a wide range of wines by bottle or glass & craft beers, plus tastings & patio.

2108 W Division St (Chicago)

Wine shop stocking a wide-ranging selection of glasses and bottles as well as hosting tasting events and wine lessons.

1119 W Grand Ave (Chicago)

Bar with 1940s decor featuring comfort-food eats, beers & cocktails plus pool table & sports on TV.

4840 N Broadway (Chicago)

Napa-style tasting rooms and a modern, casual restaurant with American fare and wine.

1741 S Randall Rd (Algonquin)

Elegant, old-world-style cocktail bar with small bites, including caviar and shrimp cones.

495 N Milwaukee Ave (Chicago)

Classic tropical cocktails, rums & house daiquiris in a retro Polynesian-style setting.

435 N Clark St (Chicago)

Intimate lounge/club delivering drinks, karaoke & dancing in a vintage space in a historic building.

343 S Dearborn St (Chicago)

Pub with TVs, billiards & a large menu of bar food, with daily food & drink specials.

622 N Fairbanks Ct (Chicago)

Striking, bi-level restaurant featuring an eclectic menu complemented by handcrafted cocktails.

730 W Grand Ave (Chicago)

Relaxed shop for bottles featuring a curated assortment of wines from global regions.

2901 N Milwaukee Ave (Chicago)

Laid-back bar with baskets of wings & different sauces plus wraps, salads & other pub grub staples.

2500 N Southport Ave (Chicago)

Relaxed bar & coffeehouse with a large, rotating list of beers, a photo booth & a back patio.

1612 W Irving Park Rd Ste 1 (Chicago)

Market-driven fare served in a modern American eatery sharing a space with a working winery.

739 N Clark St (Chicago)

Hip, lofty lounge where intricate, globally inspired cocktails pair with eclectic small plates.

112 W Grand Ave (Chicago)

Spacious, wood-beamed, family-oriented American tavern serving steaks, burgers, pizza & craft beers.

214 Walnut Ave