Top Things to do in Illinois
Top Hotels in Illinois
Things to do in Illinois, United States: The Best Bars & Clubs
Discover the best top things to do in Illinois, United States including Stave Wine Bar & Market, Chicago Magic Lounge, North Shore Distillery, Beer on the Wall, Sheffield's Beer and Wine Garden, Sidetrack, IPIC - South Barrington, Scratch Brewing, Three Dots and a Dash, 3 Corners Grill & Tap.
Restaurants in Illinois
1. Stave Wine Bar & Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By rwvinc2 - Normal, United States
Stave is Uptown Normal. It's a great place to meet a friend or friends after work and enjoy a glass of wine or beer. It's not a crazy loud bar. The wine selections are really good and they change often. I love that they give you a glass of good cold water when you sit down. It's not a large place, not sure of the seating number, maybe 35ish. They also have some good cheese and meats that you just don't get other places. It's very unique.
2. Chicago Magic Lounge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,029 reviews
The Chicago Magic Lounge is dedicated to re-introducing you to a style of magic created in the Windy City. Bar magic began in 1915 at a little place called Schulien's. After that, over 15 Magic Bars opened up all over the city over the next 80 years. However, with the last one closing in 1999, the city has lost the true art of "Chicago-Style Magic". Now, the magic is back. In the classic Chicago style, we perform table-side, at the bar, and on the stage. Come back nightly for a fully immersive, interactive, and unique theatrical experience. Cocktails and card tricks, the way magic was meant to be seen. Magic Bar: 5:30 P.M.: Mon-Sun, No Tickets Required. Ticketed Events: Mondays at 7:30 pm: Live Music and Close-Up Magic. Tuesdays at 7:30 pm: The Showcase: New & Experimental Works. Wednesdays at 7:30 pm: our Artist-in-Residence Series. Thurs-Sun at 7:00 pm: The Signature Show. Fri-Sat at 10:00 pm: The Signature Show, Sundays at 12:00 pm: The Family Show
Reviewed By ctworthley
What an amazing experience! I was taken to the Chicago Magic Lounge for my birthday and loved every minute. From the table magicians to the main act on stage, the magic was, well, baffling - as it should be - truly entertaining and more fun than I could even have imagined. Highly recommended!
3. North Shore Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
We are the original craft distillery in Illinois, established in 2004 by a creative husband and wife team with a deep passion for spirits and cocktails. We make incredibly delicious spirits by hand – spirits that are not possible on a mass production scale – with fresh, original flavors.
Reviewed By Fastsailor - Key West, United States
Tucked behind the Harley dealership is a hidden gem of the North Shore. Great craft cocktails in a relaxed setting. Enjoy the atmosphere for a very special drink, purchase bottles of spirits distilled on site or take a distillery tour.
4. Beer on the Wall
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By psanti123 - Chicago, United States
We love bringing our friends here or stopping in for a date night. Beer on the Wall in Park Ridge is a cute, trendy spot where you can play games and try new beers or ciders. I love that they always have a cider or light fruity beer on tap for you to try. There is a limit on the amount you can drink here- and they are great at keeping track for you- 36 oz limit. If you aren't feeling anything on tap you can always go to the cooler and select something from there to drink while you're visiting. I highly recommend this spot!
5. Sheffield's Beer and Wine Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
6. Sidetrack
7. IPIC - South Barrington
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
IPIC is America’s premier luxury restaurant-and-theater brand. A pioneer of the dine-in theater concept, IPIC's mission is to provide visionary entertainment escapes, presenting high-quality, chef-driven culinary and farm-to-glass mixology in architecturally unique destinations that include premium movie theaters and bar/restaurants. Tuck Hospitality Group, IPIC's Restaurant Division, is helmed by award-winning Chef Sherry Yard, Chief Operating Officer, featuring progressive menus complemented by celebrated beverage programs curated by our master bartenders.
8. Scratch Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By DanaO_1961 - Naperville, United States
Stopped here on a Saturday afternoon on a return trip to Chicago from the Gulf Coast. Great beers back in the woods made from local ingredients. Very relaxing.
9. Three Dots and a Dash
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Welcome to Three Dots and a Dash, Chicago’s premier tropical tiki bar and craft cocktail destination hidden below the bustling streets of River North. The secret hideaway – named one of The World’s 50 Best Bars by Drinks International – is led by cocktail expert Kevin Beary. Our team has researched tirelessly to source and create the best possible tiki cocktails using the freshest exotic fruits and spices, the finest rums and distilled spirits, and juices and elixirs that are cold-pressed and concocted in house every day. Surrender all your cares and let Three Dots and a Dash whisk you away onto a rum-soaked tropical excursion. Our bar is temporarily closed due to COVID-19, but we are offering cocktail kits and spirits for delivery and pickup!
Reviewed By Hoops70s - Wisconsin, United States
Three Dots & a Dash was one of many things I had planned for a girls weekend and it didn't disappoint! I liked everything from the entry way to the décor, and the overall vibe. It was really fun having a 'different' experience. We made a reservation for 7, were seated immediately, enjoyed many of the fun drinks that were offered along with the Grand Pu Pu Platter. The food was good! We never felt rushed and I would do it again in a minute!
10. 3 Corners Grill & Tap
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By mayeanne - Crest Hill, United States
Formerly a go to all the time place, but we moved away. Now we only visit when we’re in town. Beer is cold and so many varieties! Food is good, lots of people from town come by to see other people from town. Nice meeting place. Well run restaurant with great staff.
