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Guaranteed-Good-Time Bars in Chicago 🪩

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Victoria

Looking for a fun night out in Chicago? Whether you're looking to dance til you sweat, or chat over a game of pool, let me be your guide!

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Boystown/Northalsted

Wrigleyville

Lincoln Park

Boystown/Northalsted

$2 WELLS ON THURSDAYS -- HELLO! In the heart of Boystown, listen to all music divas, watch music videos, and dance the night away.

Roscoe's Tavern

No cover, big screens with music videos, amazing drink deals, and two floors! What more could ya ask for? Another Boystown favorite!

Sidetrack

I should probably gatekeep this one…in one room, you have a chill, bar area with a pool table. In the next, it's a DJ, disco balls, and a packed dance floor. I've never NOT had fun here!

aliveOne

If you're dying to dance, Scarlet is the place to be! Known for its amazing theme nights (I often get asked about Glee and 1D nights) and amazing pitchers, be ready to dance the night away! I would recommend wearing your hair up too lol I always swea...

Scarlet Bar

Wrigleyville

Such a cute spot! One side is divey with TouchTunes and always something fun on the TV, the other side is the best karaoke I've ever been to. Quick, fun, and energetic!

Dad's Place - A Chicago Gathering Spot

SO MUCH FUN. Not even a huge fan of country here – I love coming here for Cubs games, sitting on a saddle, and ordering a wholeee bunch of their (super strong) frose. Don't miss bull rides, photobooth, and a gorg patio during nice weather.

Stolen Saddle

Okay, so you do have to wait for the holidays for this one, but when the time comes, THIS is the spot for a holiday drink! Amazing deals and fun drink choices, and the music is a mix of throwbacks and holiday classics! I've never NOT had fun here

Elf’d Up

Lincoln Park

Amazing daily deals, dive bar vibe, with a touchtunes machine >> For chill vibes, except on Wednesdays, you have to go to Kelly's! Ask for Dustin!

Kelly's Pub |

Wristband deals on Friday, Throwbacks on Thursday. River is the place to be on the weekends! Host events here on the dance floor, or bring friends to the space with optimal seating!

The River Kitchen and Bar

My FAV Happy Hour in Lincoln Park! Amazing deals, the best margs, and unreal mac n cheese.

Broken Barrel Bar

Two words: Turtle Races. I love going here for a gameday (Bears games go CRAZY) that lines up with the turtle races! Bet on your fav turtle for a free shot!

The Tin Lizzie