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aliveOne

Cozy music bar

aliveOne in Lincoln Park offers rock vibes, local music, a cozy atmosphere, pool, comfy couches, and the perfect spot to unwind or dance the night away.

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Sophie

Amado

Jun 13, 2025

Side Street Saloon

Dive bar with pizza

Side Street Saloon in Lakeview is the perfect no-frills dive bar with a cozy Italian vibe in back, great pizza, pool, and a quirky neighborhood charm.

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Sophie

Amado

Jun 13, 2025

KOVAL Distillery

Craft distillery

KOVAL Distillery doesn't only produce delicious craft spirits, they're also a city landmark — the first fully operational distillery in Chicago in years.

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Sophie

Amado

Jun 12, 2025

Wormhole

Time-traveling coffee shop

Wormhole in Wicker Park, Chicago is my favorite coffee shop in the city. When you walk in, it feels like you have stepped back in time to the '80s...

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Sophie

Amado

Jun 6, 2025

Dearborn Denim

Made in CHI, custom-tailored jeans

"Dearborn Denim" in Chicago has real, American-made denim jeans. They even lack the hems so you can have final stitches done on-site and custom for you!

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Erin

Stevens

Jun 4, 2025

Chicago Magic Lounge

Serious magic... & cocktails

"Chicago Magic Lounge" is in a large theater, but here they also do magic right at the bar! I recommend staying for several sets: you too will be stumped!

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Erin

Stevens

Jun 4, 2025

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