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DRINKING AND CHICAGO GO HAND-in-hand. Never mind the fact that it’s a college city with three major schools right downtown, but it’s also a city of multiple nationalities — many of which hold beer and cocktails near and dear.
All this to say, there’s no need to get all fancy — dive bars in Chicago are a casual affair. Make sure you try these ones, all highly rated on our new travelstoke app.
The Victor Bar
The Victor BarChicago, United StatesAmazing casual lounge that reminds you of the lower east side of NY!! Great drinks, super bar staff/owners & friends!! Great date night or after work happy hour or late night cocktails!!
Happy Village
Happy VillageChicago, United StatesBooze, ping pong, and the best beer garden in Uke Village. You can’t go wrong.
L&L Tavern
L & L TavernChicago, United StatesA dive in the middle of an almost-posh neighborhood. Get some drinks and the go get tattoos down the street.
Map Room
Map RoomChicago, United StatesThis is my favorite neighborhood bar in Chicago. The BEST bartenders. A HUGE selection of beers. Love this place!
Slippery Slope
Slippery SlopeChicago, United StatesFun dive! Good music! Amazing name! Clearly this dance floor goes off when there are more folks. #divebar #danceparle
The Heavy Feather
The Heavy FeatherChicago, United StatesUpstairs cocktail bar to “Slipery Slope”….these two are a deadly combo. #whiskeybar #whisky #whuuuiskey
Schubas Tavern
Schubas TavernChicago, United StatesFamous Chicago live music venue. Great sounding live room with an intimate vibe, old school bar in front, and great food from the kitchen. Perfect spot to grab some food, catch a show, and have a few drinks. #casual #food #livemusic
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