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AAO City Preview • October 15–18, 2016
Drop Lounge
1909 North Lincoln Avenue
312-574-0898
www.thedropchicago.com
This lounge advertises itself as a
"hidden escape." Located in Lincoln
Park, it features music from local
artists and DJs. The underground
lounge is open daily (except Sunday)
from 8:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. It serves
"drop shots," cocktails, beer, and
also has bottle service.
Green Mill
4802 North Broadway Street
773-878-5552
www.greenmilljazz.com
The Green Mill is a dark, sultry, jazz
bar. The club has been a Chicago
staple for years and remains one to
this day.
Laschet's Inn
2119 West Irving Park Road
773-478-7915
www.laschetsinn.com
If you're a German beer fan, this
is the bar for you. Laschet's Inn
opened in 1971 and serves up
authentic German comfort food
like goulash, beef stroganoff, and
bratwurst in a casual atmosphere.
M Lounge
1520 South Wabash Avenue
312-447-0201
www.mloungechicago.com
This martini lounge provides a
uniquely lit atmosphere and has a
variety of live music depending on
the day. The drink menu includes
a wide range of martinis and other
cocktails, as well as beer and wine.
ROOF on theWit
201 North State Street
312-239-9501
roofonthewit.com
This bar is located on the 27th floor
of theWit hotel. It has impressive
views of Chicago, live music, and
other entertainment. It has both an
indoor and outdoor space that can
be visited all year round.
Studio Paris
59 West Hubbard Street
312-377-9944
www.studioparisnightclub.com
Studio Paris seeks to combine both
lounge and nightclub atmospheres
into a unique experience. It show-
cases electronic and dance music
and also features a variety of artists,
as well as popular DJs.
Vertigo Sky Lounge
2 West Erie Street
312-202-6060
www.vertigoskylounge.com
Vertigo Sky Lounge is on the 26th
floor of the Dana Hotel and Spa and
features both an indoor and outdoor
lounge space. The lounge boasts a
variety of DJs and also advertises a
Rooftop Ice Bar in the winter. EW
Chi Bar
301 East North Water Street
312-755-2227
www.sheratonchicago.com/dining
Located in the Sheraton Grand Chi-
cago, this bar was designed by archi-
tect Jeffrey Beers. The bar is located
on the waterfront with both lake
and river views. The menu includes
a wine selection, craft beers, and
cocktails, as well as small plates.
Coq d'Or
140 East Walton Place
312-787-2200
www.thedrakehotel.com/dining/coq-d-or
This classy lounge, famous for its
martinis, is located on the first floor
of the Drake Hotel. Coq d'Or opened
a day after the repeal of Prohibition
in 1933 and remains a popular spot
for locals and visitors. Live music
is performed on the weekend at its
piano bar.
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Beauty Bar
1444 West Chicago Avenue
312-226-8828
thebeautybar.com/home-chicago
This chain of nightclubs is known
for its retro atmosphere. Set to look
like a 1960s beauty salon, Beauty Bar
opened in Chicago in 2010. Visitors
can stop by nightly for manicures
and martinis and enjoy some of the
bar's signature cocktails.
Chicago B.L.U.E.S. Bar
2519 North Halsted Street
773-528-1012
www.chicagobluesbar.com
This is an intimate venue that fea-
tures mostly local talent. It's set up
so that all of the seats put you close
to the action. Chicago B.L.U.E.S.
Bar fills up quickly on the weekends
and has been voted as one of the top
blues clubs in the city.
Chicago nightlife
September 2016
Source: Choose Chicago