River North Nights Out with Friends

4.2 (4,034)

Tue – Thu, 17:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 17:00 – 23:00; Sun, 10:30 – 22:00

632 N Dearborn St

For an energetic dinner, TAO Chicago pairs high-end Asian cuisine and cocktails with a two-level dining room, a grand staircase, and a 20-foot Quan Yin statue. A DJ accompanies the high-energy setting. The venue's record specifies 21+ and a smart-casual dress code.

3.1 (467)

Wed – Thu, Sun, 23:59 – 04:00 (+1); Fri, 23:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sat, 23:00 – 05:00 (+1)

873 N. Orleans St.

A neon-lit River North nightclub with a spacious bar and an upstairs dance floor, LiqrBox is the late-night option in this lineup. Entry is 21+. Its source record notes sharply mixed reviews, including concerns about door staff, tipping, and bookings; weigh those reports before choosing it for your group.

4.6 (9,317)

Mon – Wed, Sun, 16:00 – 00:00 (+1); Thu – Fri, 16:00 – 01:00 (+1); Sat, 14:00 – 01:00 (+1)

435 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, United States

A narrow alley off Hubbard Street leads downstairs to this underground tiki bar. Rum cocktails, house daiquiris, elaborate drink vessels, and a tropical setting define the experience. The venue is 21+, and the source record flags long weekend waits and difficulty securing a table.

4.9 (3,448)

Mon – Thu, 16:00 – 00:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 01:00 (+1); Sun, 12:00 – 00:00 (+1)

51 W Hubbard St Ste 100

Choose this dimly lit, wood-accented neighborhood tavern for craft cocktails and bar food, including burgers and dipped sandwiches. The source record notes 21+ entry, walk-ins only, and peak-time waits. Drinks and atmosphere draw praise, while food feedback is more mixed.