Best places: Bars and Pubs in Cook County

Upscale steakhouse with a New American menu in an ornate, dimly lit wood & brick setting.

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👍👍 This has been my experience at old school. Authentic Middle Eastern cuisine And a non-cookie-cutter approach to food. Some of the things that stand out to me about this food establishment are They stand by their product meaning if for any reason you don’t enjoy the meal they will replace it or re...

Farm-to-table American eats plus housemade ciders, craft beer, cocktails & tap wines in tavern digs.

Creative Belgian-focused eats go with loads of brews at this lively hang that's 21 & older only.

Offbeat hangout offering beer, wine & coffee plus snacks in laptop-free digs with books & games.

Clubby smoke shop offering rare, aged & specialty cigars alongside a lounge with TVs & a fireplace.

Midsize venue for live music performances along with an unpretentious on-site cocktail bar.

Rustic cafe with a blackboard menu of farm-to-table fare, baked goods, brunch & Sunday tea service.

Informal restaurant offering traditional breakfast dishes, plus sandwiches & wraps.

👍👍 What a hidden gem in the suburbs. Everything from the cocktails, the food, to the service was superb. Also, we came here with a big party for a birthday, and it was large enough to accommodate us! First, the cocktails, I really appreciated the unique twist on the cucumber martini with the elderflow...

Laid-back, quick-serve outlet doling out a range of burgers, smoked BBQ sandwiches & platters.

Bar with more than 300 varieties of whiskey plus movie nights & DJs spinning punk/rock/ska music.

Industrial bar offering craft beers & seasonally inspired cocktails, plus a lounge with board games.

👍👍 I’ve came here all the way from Japan, and it turned out that this place is the BEST BREWERY I’ve ever had. With their special tap beers, and lots of other speciality made our flight gorgeous. Tasted really great. And merchandise they had was impressive. I’ve got t-shirt, wind breaker, magnet, and d...

Counter-serve chain for sub sandwiches (including corned beef & roast beef), plus salads & soups.

Long-time (since 1947), 170-seat Jazz club showcasing local, national & international acts.

Laid-back dive bar near Second City with a storied past, old-school jukebox & funky art.

Cozy Scottish pub with an array of pub grub & enormous selection of whisky and beer.

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