Best & Cool Bars in Gold Coast

We've collected top 10 mentioned bars in Gold Coast from other articles such as Savoy Chicago, Chicago 3 days itinerary, Lake Shore Lady, including the cool, fun, and roof top bars.

Best & Cool Bars in Gold Coast

Beatrix
Beatrix
4.5 (1348 ratings)
Modern, all-day venue combining an American eatery, wine & cocktail bar & a bakery/cafe.
834 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
American restaurantBarCoffee shop
Mentioned by The City Lane
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"Beatrix is a favourite spot of ours for an early morning take away coffee and pastry on the way to work, and offers a menu that’s about ‘taste over trend’, featuring an array of interesting options that lean towards the mindful eating end of the spectrum. Coffee is one of the highlights here – the coffee bar at Beatrix serves up quality coffee using locally roasted Intelligentsia and Metropolis beans. If you’re after something more substantial than a pastry, then the dine in menu features a range of healthy, creative dishes such as quinoa cakes with poached eggs, cauliflower grits and eggs, and ten-grain oatmeal."
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
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"One of the best ways for families to experience Beatrix is via its coffee and pastry bar, which is a full-fledged bakery inside the restaurant. The selection offers an overwhelming array of muffins, breads, cakes, scones and more. Something Beatrix does exceptionally well is cookies, particularly the chocolate chunk cookie."
Lula Cafe
Lula Cafe
4.7 (2061 ratings)
Inventive, market-driven food in a casual, funky space that hosts an especially popular brunch.
2537 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
New American restaurantBarBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCafeEclectic restaurantRestaurant
Momotaro
Momotaro
4.6 (1364 ratings)
Modern Japanese restaurant for sushi & robata, with a downstairs, Tokyo-influenced izakaya.
820 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
RestaurantBar
Sun Wah BBQ
Sun Wah BBQ
4.4 (1685 ratings)
Long-running Chinese eatery known for its Hong Kong-style BBQ dishes, plus beer & cocktails.
5039 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Chinese restaurantBar
Mentioned by Make it Better
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"The duck feast at this James Beard Award-winning spot in Uptown includes a whole roasted duck to feed a family, carved tableside, and served with steamed bao, hoisin sauce, and crispy garnishes. You’ll also get a delicate duck soup, and duck fried rice. As with most Chinese cuisine, not a morsel goes to waste."
avec Restaurant
avec Restaurant
4.6 (1473 ratings)
Inventive small & large plates served in a cozy, minimalist space with communal seating.
615 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Mediterranean restaurantBarBrunch restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"West LoopThis long-revered Mediterranean-influenced fixture from One Off Hospitality has held it down as one of the area’s go-to date night spots since opening its minimalist doors back in 2003, well before many of us could even define romance. And not much has changed -- the wine list is still spectacular, the chorizo-stuffed medjool dates are still iconic, and a reservation for the intimate front patio is still highly coveted."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
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"Restaurants Contemporary American West Loop. After more than 20 years in the West Loop, this iconic kitchen is still one of the city's best. In 2019, chef-partner Paul Kahan handed over the keys to the kitchen to executive chef Ryan Pfeiffer, who aims to revive the restaurant's rock 'n' roll soul."
Aster Hall
Aster Hall
4.4 (283 ratings)
Fashionable 5th- & 6th-floor food court with unique upmarket eats, craft cocktails & choice wines.
900 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
RestaurantBakeryBarFood courtLounge
Mentioned by Esrock Partners
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"It’s the foodie’s food court, offering a little something for everyone. Aster Hall includes 16 one-of-a-kind menus from the likes of Small Cheval, Doughnut Vault, Sushi Station, Green Street Smoked Meats, Chicago Char-Dogs and more. Order your food from the touch screens on the fifth floor and then head up to the welcoming, trendy décor of the sixth floor."
Hoyt's Chicago
Hoyt's Chicago
3.6 (128 ratings)
Modern restaurant in Hotel 71 offering creative, locally sourced twists on American tavern eats.
71 E Wacker Dr #3755, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
American restaurantBarBrunch restaurantCocktail barRestaurant
Gaylord Fine Indian Cuisine
Gaylord Fine Indian Cuisine
3.8 (615 ratings)
Northern Indian classics (plus a few Southern Indian dishes) in a fine-dining atmosphere.
100 E Walton St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Indian restaurantBarDelivery RestaurantTakeout RestaurantNorth Eastern Indian restaurantSouth Asian restaurant
DMK Burger Bar
DMK Burger Bar
4.5 (1414 ratings)
Trendy scene where creative burgers go with fries, housemade sodas, craft cocktails & lots of beers.
2954 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
Hamburger restaurantAmerican restaurantBar
Mentioned by Food Com
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"DMK goes beyond the burger with clever updates to the classic. Top grass-fed patties with Reuben ingredients — pastrami, sauerkraut and cheese — or New Mexico's Hatch green chilies and smoked bacon. The restaurant can also swap out the beef patty for alternative fillings."
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"A lucky charms shake in March, a donut one for national donut day – DMK Burger Bar’s shakes are always creative and tasty. Plus, you now have an excuse to go at least once a month."
Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
4.6 (3545 ratings)
Spanish tapas, paella & pitchers of sangria fuel a lively scene at this classic Chicago restaurant.
2024 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Spanish restaurantBarBrunch restaurantEuropean restaurantEvent venueLunch restaurantRestaurantTapas restaurant
Mentioned by Lake Shore Lady
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"Adam and I love sharing plates, which makes tapas at Cafe Ba Ba Reeba perfect for us!. We actually went to Cafe Iberico on one of our first dates, but since then we’ve both agreed that Cafe Ba Ba Reeba has better food. The last time we were there, we were going to meet friends but they had to cancel last minute… don’t worry, Adam still asked for multiple orders of bacon wrapped dates, and we had the best time ordering slowly with multiple rounds of drinks."

Best Comedy Club in Gold Coast Area

Zanies Comedy Night Club
Zanies Comedy Night Club
4.6 (483 ratings)
Decades old comedy club that hosts nationally-known headliners & is 21 & older only.
1548 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
Comedy club
Mentioned by Passion Passport
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"If you’re a big fan of stand-up, this just might be the club for you. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Zanies was Chicago’s first establishment dedicated to stand-up, making it a mainstay on the city’s comedy scene. It features touring headline acts every night of the week, so no matter when you’re in town, you should be able to squeeze a show into your travel plans."
Mentioned by Chicago Traveler
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"If you’re looking for a comedy club in Chicago with rich, long-standing history, Zanie’s Comedy Night Club is the place to go. Located on North Wells, this comedy club is for the 21 and over crowd and hosts nationally-known headliners on a weekly basis. Listen and laugh with the likes of Jeff Garlin, Doug Benson, Josh Blue and more when stopping in at Zanie’s Comedy Night Club."
Mentioned by Flat Price Moving & Auto Transport
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"Zanies has been a Chi-Town comedy staple since 1978 and have been the stage of many famous comedians throughout the years. It has excellent service, good grub, good drinks, and of course, some of Chi-Town’s finest comedians each evening. If you’re looking to get a good laugh, Zanies is among the better bars and clubs in Chicago."
The Revival
The Revival
4.4 (112 ratings)
Destination for stand-up comedy & improv as well as classes, workshops & music events.
1160 E 55th St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Comedy club
Mentioned by Trip101
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"According to stories, The Revival was the birthplace of improv comedy. In fact, it got its name to indicate the intent of bringing it back to its glory days. As a comedy club, The Revival features a mix of acts and performances, ranging from stand-up and improv comedies to skits and musical acts with a humorous twist."
Laugh Factory
Laugh Factory
4.3 (1390 ratings)
Well-known comedy club for seasoned & emerging stand-up acts, plus surprise celebrity guests.
3175 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
Comedy club
Mentioned by Trip101
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"The Laugh Factory is a small yet cozy establishment that has an intimate ambiance. The biggest highlight of this comedy bar would probably be its occasional open mic nights, which give guests the opportunity to realize their dream of being stand-up comics, even for just one night. Be aware that there’s a two drinks minimum policy here, but even non-drinkers can go around this, as non-alcoholic beverages are sold here as well."

Cultural Center in Gold Coast

Navy Pier
Navy Pier
4.6 (50660 ratings)4 (13593 ratings)
Former Navy training center draws crowds with carnival rides, restaurants, shops & fireworks.
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Sights & LandmarksAmusement centerCultural centerEvent venuePiers & BoardwalksTheme Parks
Mentioned by 10Best
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"The only Chicagoans you'll run into at Navy Pier are the employees but out-of-towners and suburbanites seem to love the downtown pier that extends into Lake Michigan. Once used by the military, it's now Chicago's largest tourist attraction. You can just walk up and down the pier, taking in skyline and lake views."
Tiffany Dome
Tiffany Dome
4.6 (24 ratings)
78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602
Cultural centerCentresHobbies
Mentioned by Atlas Obscura
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"Forget a Tiffany necklace, this massive stained-glass masterpiece at the Chicago Cultural Center is thought to be the largest Tiffany dome in existence."
Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art
Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art
4.7 (132 ratings)4.5 (17 ratings)
Museum focused exclusively on folk & outsider art, also offering performances & lectures.
756 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
Art museumShoppingArt centerArt galleryCultural centerEvent venueGift shop
Mentioned by Museum Hack
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"Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art in Chicago is a non-profit with a mission to share the work of outsiders. The center defines an outsider in the art world as "the work of artists who demonstrate little influence from the mainstream art world, and who instead are motivated by their unique personal vision." Since its inception in 1991, Intuit has become a leader in the field of promoting outsider and intuitive art. The museum's permanent collection, which they began amassing in 2002, has come to include more than 1,1000 works of art."
Mentioned by Kev's Best
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"Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art features a large number of artworks presenting intuitive and outsider art. They have been featuring various artworks since 1991. Their world-class exhibitions give an opportunity for the public to explore this kind of art."

Best Breweries and Beer Places in Gold Coast

Pipeworks Brewing Company
Pipeworks Brewing Company
4.9 (109 ratings)
3912 W McLean Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
Brewery
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Logan Square With a hop-heavy lineup of IPAs including double, Belgian, black, and session IPAs, Pipeworks started out in a tiny Chicago space in 2012 which was originally geared towards brewing one-offs for beer nerds in the niche market. Now with a goal of releasing a new beer every week, the hyper prolific brewer is one of the more recognizable yet underappreciated Chicago craft brewers. With plans to open a brewpub in Logan Square in 2019 (where it will face stiff competition), knowing about Pipeworks still feels like being letting in on your cooler big brother’s secret."
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"Merrit Lewis and Beejay Oslon didn’t follow the traditional route of attending brewing school before opening up their own brewery in Chicago. Instead, the two friends traveled to Belgium and worked for free at De Struise Brouwers. When the pair returned, they crowdsourced funds and opened Pipeworks Brewing Company in 2012."
Mentioned by Do312
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"Get in the spring mood with a pint from Pipeworks (the artwork will get your juices creative flowing!). Place your contact-free Pipeworks Brewing Co. pick-up order ahead of time and don’t forget to tip!"
Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
4.1 (891 ratings)
Brewpub chain serving house beers & upscale pub food & American fare in lively environs.
1 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
Bar & grillAmerican restaurantBreweryBrewpubHamburger restaurantSports bar
Mentioned by lyft.com
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"Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery is a welcoming and engaging craft beer experience with a variety of unique craft beer freshly brewed on site to pair with our popular American crave-able food like our Brewery Nachos Bacon Chicken Mac n’ Cheese, Fish and Chips and Bacon Cheddar Burger."
Open Outcry Brewing Company
Open Outcry Brewing Company
4.7 (588 ratings)
Pints, flights & cocktails pair with Neapolitan-style pizza in a funky warehouse setting.
10934 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643, USA
BreweryBarRestaurant
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"A southside brewery that edges so far down, it’s hardly considered urban territory, Open Outcry is an unexpected oasis in this part of the city, encouraging you to quench your thirst in their garage-style taproom. Featuring a flight inspired by the colors of the original Rainbow Cone—Palmer House IPA, Strawberry Imperial Stout, Orange Milkshake IPA, Pistachio Brown Ale—Open Outcry promises that you can’t go wrong with any of their signature brews. And their blissful beer garden with yellow accents is the go-to lounge for the summer!"

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Gold Coast

Classic Ravenswood 1BR with City View by Zencity
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Dobson Den
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Kasa | Sunny Space, Full Kitchen + Fast Wi-Fi | Chicago River North
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