West Loop Bars, from Roadhouse Beer to Parisian Martinis

4.3 (74)

Mon – Fri, Sun, 17:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 14:00 – 03:00 (+1)

1009 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

Broken Hearts channels a Texas roadside tavern in the West Loop. The bar serves inexpensive Hamm's and Lone Star beneath red neon. Pool is free Sunday through Wednesday. Step into the photo booth between games. Local country musicians occasionally take the stage.

4.3 (1,513)

Tue – Thu, 17:00 – 23:00; Fri, 17:00 – 01:00 (+1); Sat, 16:30 – 01:00 (+1)

955 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, United States

The Aviary builds cocktail presentations around multiple senses. Created by the Alinea Group, this upscale lounge sits in the West Loop. Guests can explore a three-course cocktail tasting alongside inventive food items. Prepaid reservations are required. Entry is limited to guests aged 21 and older.

4.3 (260)

Mon, 16:00 – 01:00 (+1); Tue – Thu, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Fri, 15:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 15:00 – 03:00 (+1); Sun, 15:00 – 01:00 (+1)

938 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, United States

Warm orb lights, floral wallpaper and velvet booths give Bisous its mid-century Parisian setting. The Fulton Market lounge focuses on martini variations. Bartenders pour chilled drinks straight from the freezer. The list includes an absinthe-kissed Tuxedo variation and a French 75 update.

4.4 (266)

Wed, 18:00 – 00:00 (+1); Thu, 18:00 – 01:00 (+1); Fri, 18:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 17:00 – 03:00 (+1)

201 N. Peoria St.

Grapes & Grains pairs live piano with whiskey and wine in the West Loop. Exposed brick, Chesterfield sofas and vintage chandeliers evoke 1920s Chicago. The bar serves cocktails and small plates. Reservations are required. Entry is limited to guests aged 21 and older.