Best & Cool Bars in Melrose Park

We've collected top 10 mentioned bars in Melrose Park from other articles such as American Eats, Make it Better, VacationIdea, including the cool, fun, and roof top bars.

Best & Cool Bars in Melrose Park

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 Eater Chicago
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"There’s lots to love about Lettuce Entertain You’s quick and casual concept that not only boasts a juice and coffee bar, but also a grab-and-go market. Favorites at both the new Streeterville and original River North locations include a crispy kale salad with persimmon and pumpkin seeds as well as a three-grain salad topped with roasted chicken."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"The avocado toast is one veggie highlight at Beatrix|© Jeff Marini. Now with three locations, Beatrix continues to serve the Chicago community with vegetable-centric fare. Whether you come for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner, there’s always something for non-meat eaters."
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 Free Fun Guides
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"Located a bit farther north of the city (in Uptown, and easily accessed via the Red Line), Sun-Wah offers what might be the best Peking duck outside of Asia. At it’s priced at a steal – the off-menu Peking duck meal is just $32. One duck can easily feed 2-3 people (4 if you order an extra appetizer or two) and includes a full duck with crispy, crackling skin carved table-side."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"settled into its current location on Broadway in 2009, much to the delight of Chicagoans. The restaurant specializes in Hong Kong-style BBQ, with incredible roasted meats such as salt baked chicken, roasted pork, and barbecued spareribs. The space is most famous for its Beijing duck feast, featuring crisp and succulent roasted duck served three ways."
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 10Best
Some of Chicago's Best Take Out Food Options
"The 21st century pandemic has caused too many restaurants to put up the padlocks, however, some have managed to successfully shift to delivery and take-out exclusively. One of note is the trailblazing Mediterranean restaurant, avec, offering take-out for the first time from classic small dishes such as bacon-wrapped Medjool dates and potato and salted cod brandade with garlic bread and chives to their bestselling "around the world" wine dinners..."
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."
The California Clipper
The California Clipper
4.7 (450 ratings)
Circa-1937 bar with a revamped yet still retro space & a huge list of old-fashioned cocktails.
1002 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
LoungeBarLive music venue
Matchbox Bar
Matchbox Bar
4.7 (305 ratings)
Hip corner bar in a vintage building serving premium cocktails in a narrow, intimate space.
770 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
BarCocktail barLoungePub
Cindy's
Cindy's
4.5 (3011 ratings)
Hip, stylish rooftop bar/eatery at the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel with choice seasonal fare.
12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
RestaurantBar
Half Shell
Half Shell
4.5 (716 ratings)
No-frills neighborhood pub dishing up a seafood menu with plenty of raw bar selections. Cash only.
676 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
Seafood restaurantBarRestaurant
Mentioned by Kev's Best
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"Half Shell started their story when Danny, his daughters, Deborah and Candie, along with boy, Ali, functioned alongside establishing a loyal and dedicated restaurant. Their customers cherished the food, but also the warm and fun setting in the small, corner-street restaurant given. It became exactly what Danny always wanted: a family group of owners, employees, and clients who treasured to have pleasure, break bread, and also create fantastic memories."
Mentioned by Money Inc
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"The Half Shell is a seafood restaurant that is straightforward with no frills in the format of a neighborhood pub. You get the best of both worlds with an excellent seafood menu that also offers raw bar selections. If you’re a fan of crab and beer and you like a pub environment then this is likely to be one of your better options because the crab is delicious but they insist on payment by cash only."
Mentioned by American Eats
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"Half Shell Oyster Bar is a great restaurant in Chicago that prides itself on its no-frills approach to dining. Half Shell specializes in great seafood–without having to hide behind fancy techniques or ingredients. The restaurant is family owned and has been passed down through generations."
Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap
Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap
4.6 (452 ratings)
House & guest brews are tapped at this funky tasting room also offering cocktails, wine & coffee.
1460 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
BarBrewery
Mentioned by Thrillist
The Best Breweries in Chicago
"Logan Square/Lincoln Park Known for their inventive takes on the brewing process and the eccentric flavor combinations in their beers, Off Color is on the rise thanks to the relentless pursuit of excellent from its founders: former Goose Island barrel-age brewer John Laffler and Dave Bleitner, formerly of Warrenville’s Two Brothers. While the brewery has only been around since 2013, it raised its profile with the recent unveiling of The Mousetrap tap room in Lincoln Park. Highly regarded for their focus on brewing forgotten styles of ales, stop into The Mousetrap and try some of their latest (and weirdest) small-batch specials.Must-try beer: Brewed with grain and sugar to create a hazy, golden body, their popular Apex Predator farmhouse ale pairs superior drinkability with a dry finish and fruity bite."
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"There’s something a little wacky about Off Color’s chosen mascot, a charming cartoon mouse that appears in all sorts of adventures through their label artwork, whether it’s Sibling Rivalry, Little Friend, or Dino S’mores. Other characters make their debuts as well, giving each bottle a captivating aesthetic that makes it even tastier to consume."

Historic Sites in Melrose Park

Glessner House
Glessner House
4.6 (178 ratings)4.5 (80 ratings)
Docent-led tours of a landmark 19th-century house & Chicago's oldest building.
1800 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistoric SitesSpecialty Museums
Rookery Building
Rookery Building
4.6 (804 ratings)4.5 (333 ratings)
Chicago's oldest high-rise, this 1885 Romanesque structure has a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed lobby.
209 S LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
Event venueSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"The Rookery is an iconic building, positioned in heart of downtown Chicago's financial district. The building, a mashup of modern building techniques (elevators and fireproofing) and traditional design (ornamental brick facades), was completed in 1888 by Burnham and Root. In 1905, Frank Lloyd Wright remodeled the lobby with white marble and Persian-style ornamentation."
Mentioned by I Hit The Button
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"Before even visiting Chicago I knew about the famous stairs of the Rookery Building. If you want to take a picture of them (from the bottom) you’ll need to go on a tour of the building. Since the whole building is amazing, it’s well worth the admission…plus it goes to a good cause."
Mentioned by Trip101
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"Source: Photo by user Esther Westerveld used under CC BY 2.0. One of the finest building in the United States, the Rookery Building is an absolute architectural treat. The interior light court maximizes the natural light entering the building."
Bohemian National Cemetery
Bohemian National Cemetery
3.6 (70 ratings)4.5 (9 ratings)
5255 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60630, USA
CemeterySights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
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"Known for its limestone gatehouse and highly decorated columbarium niches, which are composed of photographs, artwork, flags, and other mementos of individuals whose ashes are stored there, this cemetery, established by Chicago's Czech community in 1877, also features storied mausoleums, stained glass images and a special dedication to Chicago Cubs fans. It's a quieter, welcome alternative to public parks that often draw rambunctious young children."

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Melrose Park Area

Graceland Cemetery
Graceland Cemetery
4.7 (112 ratings)4.5 (190 ratings)
Scenic burial grounds with many trees & tours of the tombs & headstones of notable figures.
4001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
CemeterySights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"Potter Palmer, Marshall Field, Daniel Burnham, David Adler and Bruce Graham are just a handful of the notable burials at Graceland Cemetery in the Uptown neighborhood. While cemeteries may creep some people out, this one is notable for being a lush, tranquil place for Chicagoans to relax and enjoy the silence. The 2,000 trees and 50 species here are certified by the Morton Arboretum and carefully maintained."
Mentioned by Do312
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"Although cemeteries can be eerie to some, this spot is anything but scary. Bring a blanket, your favorite book and pop a squat under one of the many honey locust trees for a relaxing day in the shade."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in Chicago
"Near Irving Park Road, this graveyard has crypts that are almost as strikingly designed as the city skyline. A number of Chicago's most…"
BP Pedestrian Bridge
BP Pedestrian Bridge
4.9 (59 ratings)4.5 (33 ratings)
Winding 925-ft. pedestrian bridge with stainless steel panels, designed by Frank Gehry.
Chicago, IL 60601, USA
BridgeSights & Landmarks
Mentioned by Chicago 1 day itinerary
1-day Chicago Itinerary
"Exit Millennium Park via the BP Bridge, a 925-foot-long winding bridge that provides incomparable views of the Chicago skyline, Grant Park and Lake Michigan. On the other side of the bridge sits Maggie Daley Park, a spectacular green space with massive rock climbing walls, mini golf, picnic groves, and an amazing play garden for children."
James R. Thompson Center
James R. Thompson Center
4 (275 ratings)3.5 (57 ratings)
100 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
State government officeSights & LandmarksGovernment Buildings

Top Best Japanese Restaurants in Melrose Park

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
4.6 (1147 ratings)
Easygoing, wood-accented Japanese spot where diners barbecue their own food at in-table grills.
1364 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Japanese restaurantBarbecue restaurantTapas restaurant
Kamehachi
Kamehachi
4.3 (428 ratings)
Japanese dining plus traditional sushi in a bi-level modern space with an upstairs lounge & patio.
1531 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Japanese restaurantAsian restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by OpenTable
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"Kamehachi of Tokyo, in Old Town on Wells Street, was founded in 1967 and has a solid claim to being the first sushi restaurant in Chicago. It has since spawned four other Chicago l..."
Fin Sushi Bar
Fin Sushi Bar
4.5 (346 ratings)
Pan-Asian BYOB spot serving Thai food & sushi in a contemporary space with outdoor seating.
1742 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Sushi restaurantJapanese restaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Melrose Park

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Wood Dale - Elk Grove
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$152 /night
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3.0 (784 reviews)
O'Hare Inn & Suites
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$69 /night
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Cozy, Stylish 2BR Apt near O'Hare Int'l Airport
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$134 /night
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