The Vine Martini & Wine Bar

The Vine first started out as a small tapas bar and within two years had expanded their bar and restaurant into a full operation that continues to focus on using fresh and local ingredients and features over 75 cocktails. Everything, from food to drinks, is made in-house and prepared to order. We hope you enjoy your time at The Vine as much as we enjoy having you here.

CITY: Grayslake

BB's Grand Palace & Majestic Grill

Featuring Southern Illinois' largest dance club with live music every Tuesday - Saturday nights. Also featuring the Majestic grill with many lunch and dinner specials.

CITY: Flora

Wild Country

Metro St. Louis premier country night spot. Free country dance lessons on Wednesdays. Dance mix music and country featured.

CITY: Collinsville

Seventh Street Underground

A student coffee house and entertainment. A non-alcoholic venue for college students.

CITY: Charleston

Original Mothers, The

This rowdy watering hole is a staple on the Division Street nightlife scene. Perhaps its most famous role has been as the hangout in the hit ‘80s flick About Last Night. Enjoy a D.J. every night and karaoke on featured evenings.

CITY: Chicago

Vertigo Sky Lounge

Catsuits and cocktails perched 26 floors above the Dana Hotel & Spa. Relaxed conversations in a high-fidelity sound experience. DJ nightly. Waygu beef carapacio, sashimi and maki served from Ajasteak.

CITY: Chicago

Western Tap

Full service bar with a good atmosphere.

CITY: Bloomington

The Keg of Evanston

The Keg has a relaxed atmosphere and an inviting dance scene. Come and enjoy a meal or just drink and have a good time.

CITY: Evanston

Smart Bar

Smart Bar, located downstairs from the venerable music venue, Metro, continues to take its sounds seriously. The nightly lineup includes cutting-edge goth, underground hip-hop, techno house music and more.

CITY: Chicago

Berlin

This inclusive dance bar features some of Chicago’s best DJs spinning everything from new wave to disco music, theme nights and live acts.

CITY: Chicago

Cocktail Bar & Restaurant

Cocktail, is one of the most inviting playful bars & restaurants in Lakeview, appealing to a broad-based clientele that is short on attitude and long on fun. Its two attractive bars (cocktail & garden bar) feature black crystal chandeliers, onyx-lit bar tops and a swank sidewalk café, known as the gardens. Cocktail is the perfect place to sip libations, enjoy great food and converse with friends, both old and new. Cocktail offers daily drink specials featuring djs that deliver the best music on Halsted & sexy go go boys!

CITY: Chicago

Excalibur

Just a stone's throw from some of Chicago's hottest restaurants and clubs, Excalibur is one of the largest nightclubs in the city. With more than 60,000 square feet of partying space, this is a late-night, early-morning and prime-time groove palace.

CITY: Chicago

Sundance Saloon

This multi-use country/western establishment provides a unique experience for those who like to dance and have fun, while also providing services and catering for businesses, conventions, meetings and special events.

CITY: Waukegan

John Barleycorn

Enjoy a drink in the large bar area on the main level or head upstairs to the happening dance club. Local and national bands on select nights.

CITY: Schaumburg

Minibar Ultra Lounge

In the heart of Halsted Street, Chicago, is minibar. We are a luxurious nightclub in a contemporary, urban "hotel lounge" environment. Inviting guests to wrap up the day or usher in the night, minibar is the perfect spot for freshly infused vodkas, bottle service, exciting wines and premium liquors that highlight minibar's drink menu. DJs and curated music collections will sooth and groove your soul, while concierge services and cocktail servers make sure you don't have to work to enjoy your self. Check in any time...?

CITY: Chicago

Backwaters

Bar & nightclub covers 3 floors and features DJs, live bands, dance floor, and comedy night. Located on the Mississippi riverfront.

CITY: Quincy

Viper Alley

Viper Alley is a new boutique concert venue and nightclub, with an exciting line-up of live musical acts in an industrial-chic setting. The venue offers year-round entertainment, combining high-tech bowling, food and nightlife with flexible private event space. An acoustically superior, intimate live music experience all year long. Our calendar of artists and performers cut across many different genres and generations in order to provide an eclectic mix of quality live music to Chicagoland's most discerning music fans.

CITY: Lincolnshire

Alhambra Palace

Bringing local DJs as well as famous DJs from around the globe. Love performances and Chicago promoters spicing up every night of the week. Upscale dress and friendly people await. Visually stunning venue beckons. Unparalleled beauty. Authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, prepared with old world spices and traditional flair. Amazing service backed by delicious wines and Middle Eastern inspired cocktails and martinis.

CITY: Chicago

Emerald City Lounge

The Emerald City Lounge is a clean, contemporary Martini Bar welcoming diverse communities to the venue. A place where family and friends of all communities can feel welcomed and at home!

CITY: Champaign

Jambalaya Restaurant & Night Club

Jambalaya offers a Cajun/American menu for lunch from 11am-2:30pm. A lighter menu is available after 2:30. It is open 8:30pm-1am Thursday through Saturday, with live entertainment Friday and Saturdays.

CITY: St. Charles

Hydrate

A Boystown staple, Hydrate features late-night dance parties, shirtless men, high-energy beats and drag queens galore. Check out their resident DJ's and weekly events. Open until 4am Sunday-Friday/5am on Saturdays.

CITY: Chicago

O'Brians Top of the Town

Piano bar and entertainment lounge. Dinner and cocktails, wine dinners, tastings and live music.

CITY: Staunton

Holiday Inn O'Hare International- Rickerbackers Nightclub

Rickerbackers Nightclub Lounge has a Cigar Lounge, DJ, pool table, and bar.

CITY: Rosemont

Victor Hotel

World class dance music in one of Chicago's most intimate settings.

CITY: Chicago

Jimmy Green's Bar & Grill

The South Loop's premier sports bar with 22 screens, 99 beers - 16 on tap, and world-class food.

CITY: Chicago

Drink Nightclub

Drink is the perfect place to join your friends for a few cocktails, have your next event, or dance the night away with Chicaog's hottest DJs.

CITY: Schaumburg

Eilerts Cocktails

Eilerts is a cocktail lounge with a small bistro sandwich menu in a quaint, comfortable atmosphere. Elierts Tee Box, a premier indoor golf facility, is adjacent. Carryout, entertainment, full bar.

CITY: Freeport

Jambalya Night Club/Pheasant Run Resort

Jambalya Night Club has entertainment Thursday, 8PM; Friday and Saturday nights 10PM.

CITY: St. Charles

Metro

Metro's mission is to bring a cross-platform of the best local, regional and national emerging artists to Chicago. Since, 1982, Metro has accomplished this goal repeatedly and established itself as one of the country's premier, cutting edge new music venues.

CITY: Chicago

Double Door

Find a lot of standing-room shows of predominantly rock bands that play to packed crowds. Play pool, watch the evening's performance on a video screen downstairs, or simply check out the music scene with beer in hand.

CITY: Chicago

Pinch Penny Pub

Live jazz bands on Sunday; Thursday and Saturday live local bands; DJ on Friday.

CITY: Carbondale

The Pulse

The Pulse's eclectic crowd mixes together in over 5,000 sq. feet of space. Pool tables, a dart machine and video games provide friendly competition and entertainment. There are also eight TVs for the sports-minded to enjoy and to cheer on their team.

CITY: Jacksonville

REDKiva Lounge

Only seconds from Randolph Street's "Restaurant Row", REDkiva offers live music in a sleek but comfortable lounge atmosphere. Perfect for after work cocktails, social gatherings or corporate events.

CITY: Chicago

Hunters Nightclub

A gay hangout near O’Hare Airport since the early 1980s, Hunters features a dance floor with a Friday night Video Dance Party and Hunters Hunks male dancers on Thursdays.

CITY: Elk Grove Village

Sound-Bar

Chicago's hottest upscale nightclub. Ultra-modern design, high-tech environment. Luxurious and stylish.

CITY: Chicago

River Rockhouse

Restaurant. bar, and music venue features live music. food, drinks. Enjoy St. Charles' largest covered patio with a great view of downtown and the river. Live local and national music acts. Large outdoor patio. Banquet space for 500.

CITY: St. Charles

Brando's Speakeasy

Brandos Speakeasy, the Chicago Loop bar in the historic South Loop, is where everyone wants to be. Once you enter Brando’s Speakeasy, which is a landmark status building, you will be impressed and welcomed with the intimate, warm, feeling you get from the staff as well as the patrons.

CITY: Chicago

Reggies

The Music Hount has live music nightly with no cover, full menu offering unique woodgire sandwiches, full bar with over 50 beers, 17 HDtvs, and music memorabilia. The Rick Club is an all ages venue. Shows and covers vary, check website for listings. Ask about our 80 passenger rock bus.

CITY: Chicago

Velvet Rope Ultra Lounge

This gay and lesbian Oak Park lounge features a dance floor, martini bar and a menu of small plates. Catch live DJs, drag shows and dancers on the weekends.

CITY: Oak Park

Sports Corner

Sports Center is a three floor sports bar located across the street from Wrigley Field featuring outdoor roof deck and 2nd floor Al fresco dining.

CITY: Chicago

Bentley's Pub

This traditional pub in Downtown Champaign is off the beaten path and likes it that way. A great selection of beers and a crowd of regulars keep this bar hopping. Live music weekly.

CITY: Champaign

Big Chicks

This friendly bar in the Uptown neighborhood caters to a lesbian and gay clientele. Try Big Chicks’ next-door restaurant, Tweet, for a delish breakfast, lunch or brunch made with organic ingredients.

CITY: Chicago

The Call Bar

This dance bar, located in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood, plays music that ranges from retro to pop and show tunes. Themed video nights include Britney Spears videos all evening long on the last Friday of the month.

CITY: Chicago

Rox City Grill Lounge

Relax or celebrate with your friends amidst the contemporary urban decor highlighted with authentic historic detailing. Enjoy the offerings of our full bar, our exceptional wine list, select samples from the extraordinary Rox City Grill menu, and live entertainment of piano bar favorites every Thursday through Saturday.

CITY: St. Charles

SPIN Nightclub

This huge club features two dance floors, four bars, several spacious lounges, drag queen hosts and music spun by live DJs. Regular live events include singers (complete with go-go boy dancers) and special theme nights.

CITY: Chicago

The Wild Hare

Calling itself the reggae capital of America is no stretch for The Wild Hare. Seven nights a week, the stage at the back of the room gets vibrant with local, national and international-caliber bands.

CITY: Chicago

John Deere Commons at Moline Center

A tourism destination offering international restaurants, concerts, special events, top name entertainment at The Mark, and live music at the Moline Centre bars. Restaurants and pubs.

CITY: Moline

Esteban’s

Known for its live salsa music and dancing, Esteban’s hosts Expression Nite on Thursdays, featuring drag performers. The dinner menu, served Wednesday through Saturday evenings, offers Latin American specialties.

CITY: Naperville

Pip's II

On west Boyton street in Marion. This bar has DJs, drink specials, karaoke, and we do birthday parties. We have a pool table and a jukebox.

CITY: Marion

Angels & Kings

This cool rock and roll bar, co-owned by Fall Out Boy’s Pete Wentz (a Chicago native), boasts over-sized celebrity mug shots adorning its walls. Stop in and croon on the karaoke stage with a live band or dance to the DJ-driven music.

CITY: Chicago

Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club

Dinner comes with a side of entertaining female impersonators at this raucous restaurant, located in Chicago's Boystown neighborhood. Sample one of more than 70 different martinis, including the famous Kit Kat.

CITY: Chicago

Sauce

This upscale yet moderately priced American bistro and bar has as clubby atmosphere with its mahogany, chrome and steel accents. The large outdoor patio draws a hefty Lincoln Park crowd who make this place their warm-weather hangout.

CITY: Chicago

Boltini Lounge

Charming and elegant. Sophisticated liquor selection, light gourmet menu and outdoor patio.

CITY: Champaign

Soma Ultralounge

Talk about setting the mood. With an atmosphere flushed with warm reds and bathed in caramel and gold lighting, the mood at Soma is always one of urbane expectation. Anything can happen here, and it does.

CITY: Champaign

Sidetrack

This multi-level gay bar spans eight storefronts and has room for 1,000 revelers. Be sure to check out the chic courtyard, along with U-Video Request Night on Tuesdays featuring all ’80s songs.

CITY: Chicago

Republic

Republic delivers an inclusive ambiance of styles and scenes in a lavish, ultra modern 11,00 sq ft facility.

CITY: Chicago

Scarlet

This beautiful bar is decked out with stained glass windows, antique furniture and cozy banquettes. The Sunday Liquid Brunch (with $12 bottles of champagne) starts at a reasonable 2pm.

CITY: Chicago

The Corner Stone

Galena's hottest nightlife! Great place to relax with friendly staff and locals. Featuring live music Wednesday – Sunday all year! Full bar with more than 60 different beers, plus wine, martinis and cocktails.

CITY: Galena

Rebar

With the Chicago River and Michigan Avenue Bridge just outside the windows, this downtown Chicago bar is a chic sophisticated lounge and the perfect end to any busy day. Located on the mezzanine level, Rebar offers neo-Japanese cuisine and signature cocktails in a vibrant and warm atmosphere.

CITY: Chicago

Atmosphere

Expect bumping beats and go-go dancing boys at this GLBT bar in Andersonville. A 30-foot-long bar and an elevated seating area overlook the dance floor, often set in motion by a DJ spinning dance hits and house standards. Exposed brick walls, galvanized metal and hardwood floors and warm lighting create an inviting upscale ambiance.

CITY: Chicago

Canopy Club

Canopy Club is committed to diversity in the entertainment it provides for its diverse patron base. The Canopy Club also strives to foster an environment of activism for positive social and environmental change through hosting various benefits and informational gatherings. In striving to achieve the highest level of entertainment, the Canopy Club prides itself on being able to offer entertainment for all walks of life. Whether you like rock, country, hip hop, jazz, funk, indie or anything in between, the Canopy Club has something to offer you. If you're a fan of live music and entertainment, the Canopy Club is your home in central Illinois! Come see live music at the Canopy!

CITY: Urbana

House of Blues

A juke-joint inspired restaurant featuring down home American cuisine in the heart of Chicago's entertainment district. World Famous Sunday Gospel Brunch. Live music nightly.

CITY: Chicago

Two Thirteen East

The only gay club in Carbondale features drag shows, Salsa Night on Thursdays and ‘80s dance music on Saturdays.

CITY: Carbondale

Cuvee

As the name suggests, every element of this ultra-lounge was considered and meticulous selections were made to create an intimate space. Including a champagne list fit for a mature and sophisticated palate. Available seven days a week.

CITY: Chicago

MB Financial Park at Rosemont

MB Financial Park at Rosemont, the new entertainment district, features lively bars and restaurants with live music, casual dining, bowling, and outdoor patios. A seasonal courtyard is in the center of it all- perfect for farmers markets, movies under the stars, music festivals & ice skating. MB Financial Park at Rosemont is only a block from the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center and is anchored by Muvico 18- Movie Theater, a number of hotels and the vibrant Rosemont Theatre.

CITY: Rosemont

Club Escapade

In business since 1998, this Belleville gay bar features karaoke on Wednesdays, and dancing to live DJs on select Saturday nights.

CITY: Belleville

Gibsons Steakhouse and Lounge

LIVE JAZZ NIGHTLY 7PM-12PM LENNY CAPP BAND WED.-SAT 8PM-12PM

CITY: Rosemont

Pin Oak Motel and Bar

Bar with drink specials on Wednesdays. There is a jukebox and pool table.

CITY: Carterville

Club Krave

This south suburban gay club features DJ-driven dancing, male dancers, karaoke and monthly drag shows.

CITY: Blue Island

The Office Niteclub

Located in downtown Rockford’s historic River District, The Office offers dancing, drag shows, karaoke and an outdoor patio in warm-weather months.

CITY: Rockford

Logan Lanes

Bowling alley, pool tables, and video games. Open grill for food and drinks. Bar- for adults 21 and over.

CITY: Lincoln

Le Bar

Fashionistas mingle with the suits late night while energetic music radiates. Modern lighting creates a dramatic setting. Le Bar specializes in martinis poured tableside, but is also known for champagne and wine by the glass

CITY: Chicago

The Bistro

One of the oldest gay clubs in Central Illinois, The Bistro features friendly bartenders, dancing, drag shows and DJs in downtown Bloomington.

CITY: Bloomington

Hamburger Mary’s

Located in Chicago's neighborhood of Andersonville, Hamburger Mary’s features a menu of creative hamburgers (what else?) in its dining room, DJ-driven music and stage shows in Mary’s Attic and sports broadcasts live in Mary’s Rec Room, a combination sports bar/microbrewery.

CITY: Chicago

Chester Street Dance Club

Located in downtown Champaign, this huge dance club features DJs spinning everything from Top 40 remixes to electro-industrial dance. Cool down on the outdoor patio.

CITY: Champaign

Downtown Bar and Lounge

Windy City's newest and premier gay and lesbian destination located in the heart of Downtown Chicago. The place to relax and meet new friends.

CITY: Chicago

Bubby and Sissy’s

Located just a few blocks from the riverfront Argosy Casino Alton, this bar hosts drag shows every weekend, karaoke on Thursdays, amateur drag queen and king shows the last Wednesday of the month, and dancing to DJ-driven music.

CITY: Alton

Mulligans

Famous for Long Island Iced Teas! Always a packed crowd in Downtown Bloomington!

CITY: Bloomington

Lincoln Park District

The Lincoln Park District has been providing Central Illinois with quality programs and activities since 1961. The park District offers an Olympic-size swimming pool, tennis courts, golf driving range, sports complex with a weight room, basketball courts, volleyball courts, an area for walking, and vending machines for food and drink.

CITY: Lincoln

Rumba

Upscale casual environment featuring the finest live Latin entertainment.

CITY: Chicago

The Redhead Piano Bar

Chicago's premier piano bar offering top entertainers playing your favorite standards, rock and pop hits; upbeat, comfortable and open late.

CITY: Chicago

The Back Door Lounge at Starved Rock Lodge

Enjoy a relaxed dinner on the veranda during the summer months and live music every Friday from 8pm to 11pm. Rock, alternative, acoustic, R & B, Jazz, country & pop. Visit the website for a complete music schedule. Special events include beer dinners, pub crawls, theater productions, and holiday events.

CITY: Oglesby

Nick's Fishmarket Restaurant

Elegant, romantic, and incredible service. From Motown to Classic Rock, from Jazz standards to current chart toppers, music to dance to by the Pearl St. Band!

CITY: Rosemont

M Lounge

M Lounge is warmly lit with candles, sconces and blue lighting that illuminates the vast selection of spirits. Honey-brown walls, burgundy velvet curtains, comfy sofas and table seating in hues of chocolates and sage make this 1,400 sq. ft. oasis and its 28ft walnut bar cozy and perfect for any occasion.

CITY: Chicago

Andy's Jazz Club

A spacious, sophisticated saloon atmosphere, a deliciously varied menu and Chicago's finest Live Jazz! Dining is delightfully casual, served with Live Jazz steps from Michigan Avenue, rub shoulders with celebs and jazz buffs from around the world. Andy's renown is international.

CITY: Chicago

Riddles Comedy Club

South side's hottest comedy! Located at 5055 W 111 street in Alsip. we are just 20 minutes from the Chicago loop and Northwest Indiana. Lots of free parking, a full service bar offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and friendly staff all add up to a great night out!

CITY: Alsip

Beer Barrel Pub

Must be 21

CITY: Godfrey

The Comedy Shrine

Whether you're here to watch improv or stand-up, you're in for a great time! Come early and enjoy a drink and the thousands of pieces of comedy memorabilia that puts the "shrine" in The Comedy Shrine. Interested in classes? We have those too! You are never too old or too young to try your hand at comedy. Check out our website for upcoming class dates and prices.

CITY: Aurora

Diversey River Bowl

Diversey River Bowl features a phenomenal light show, great sound system, video arcade and bowling fun. Open lanes every night.

CITY: Chicago

Joe's Brewery

Serving only the finest bar food available, Joe’s is the home of the Super Bird and a great place to grab some tasty wings or burgers, as well as the best fish sandwich you’ll find anywhere. Joe’s continues to provide a high energy atmosphere only available on a college campus as well as great food at a reasonable price. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

CITY: Champaign

Tres Hombres Club in Carbondale

Live entertainment. Monday night is jazz, Thursday offers an eclectic mix of local musicians, Sunday is DJ night.

CITY: Carbondale

JBar at the James Hotel

Get your night started at our lounge, JBar. Anchoring the south end of Rush Street's nightlife, JBar offers signature cocktails in a modern environment. The James is a new hotel group that effortlessly blends a sense of modern, residential comfort with state-of-the-art technology and exceptional service.

CITY: Chicago

Big Shot Piano Lounge & Restaurant

Big Shot is an upscale Restaurant & Piano Bar. A cozy place to meet, eat, and drink while listening and interacting with talented musicians. From the warm atmosphere to the variety of enticing menu items, this intimate spot will showcase live talent every night. The extremely friendly restaurant will invite its patrons to participate and sing along with new songs performed by talented professionals. This will definitely be a place to start and end an evening.

CITY: Arlington Heights

Kenwood Neighborhood

Located along Lake Michigan on the South Side of the City of Chicago, Illinois, is one of the 77 well-defined Chicago community areas. Kenwood was part of Hyde Park Township, which was annexed by the City of Chicago in 1889. Kenwood was once one of the most elite neighborhoods in Chicago and contains some of the largest homes in the city. It includes two Chicago Landmark districts, Kenwood and North Kenwood. Burnham Park runs along Kenwood's lakefront. A large part of the southern part of this region is in the Hyde Park-Kenwood Historic District. In recent years, the neighborhood has received national attention as the home of United States President Barack Obama.

CITY: Chicago

Downtown Arlington Heights Shopping & Entertainment District

Diverse collection of charming local shops and major retailers. Outstanding restaurants, theaters, nightlife, and entertainment, all within walking distance.

CITY: Arlington Heights

Howl at the Moon

It's a singing, clapping, stomping, dance on the piano, rock 'n' roll show. It's part concert, part piano bar and all centered around audience participation.

CITY: Chicago