Chicago Bars for Pool, Punk and Rooftop Games

4.4 (257)

Mon – Tue, 16:00 – 00:00 (+1); Wed, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Thu – Fri, 14:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 11:00 – 03:00 (+1); Sun, 11:00 – 00:00 (+1)

2158 N Halsted St

Four generations of the Glascott family have run this neighborhood saloon since 1937. The Irish pub pours Guinness on tap. Its menu features Greek food. On Halsted Street, the room draws friends for casual drinks, game nights and occasional skee ball league finishes.

4.6 (498)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 16:40 – 02:00 (+1); Fri, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 16:00 – 03:00 (+1)

2683 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

At aliveOne in Lincoln Park, the relaxed front room has pool tables and space for conversation. Live music and DJs give the back room a more energetic atmosphere. Bartenders can make custom mocktails on request alongside the bar's other drinks.

4.7 (1,210)

Mon – Fri, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 11:00 – 03:00 (+1); Sun, 11:00 – 02:00 (+1)

2771 N Lincoln Ave

Delilah's brings Chicago's punk and rock-and-roll roots into this bar lineup. The Lincoln Park dive bar features more than a thousand whiskeys, with knowledgeable staff to guide a choice. A massive curated jukebox and nightly DJ sets put music at the center. The bar is 21+ and serves no food.

3.7 (842)

Mon – Thu, 16:00 – 23:00; Fri, 16:00 – 01:00 (+1); Sat, 11:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 11:00 – 23:00

1608 N Wells St

Utopian Tailgate overlooks Chicago's skyline from a rooftop above Second City in Old Town. Picnic tables give groups a place to gather for games such as beer pong. Visitors can also watch sports. Craft drinks accompany snacks including corn ribs and fried pickles.