gentlemen’s clubs
BUTCH MCGUIRE’S 20 W. Division, 312/337-9080. Hit up the jukebox, chow down on Reuben sliders, shoot some pool, and make a friend or two at this legendary, Gold Coast Irish pub. Call for hours. All major cards. (I-23)
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VIP’s – A GENTLEMEN’S CLUB 1531 N. Kingsbury, 312/664-7400, www.vipschicago.com. Chicago’s most sophisticated gentlemen’s club features over 200 of the world’s most beautiful showgirls who perform continuous stage shows and intimate table dances. Guests must be 21+ and properly attired. No cover charge before 6pm on weekdays. Mon-Fri 4pm-4am, Sat 6pm-5am, Sun 8pm-4am. All major cards. (West of E-20)
EMERALD LOOP BAR & GRILL 216 N. Wabash, 312/263-0200, www.emeraldloop.com. Get your Irish on into the wee hours of the morning in Chicago’s Loop! In addition to offering a full restaurant menu until close, this modern Irish Mega Pub boasts a 40-foot wood bar, expansive drink list including aged whiskeys, specialty martinis, and a perfect pint of Guinness. Numerous TVs throughout tuned to the sporting event of the day. Kitchen open late night. Mon-Fri 11am-2am, Sat 9am-3am and Sun 9am-2am. All major cards. (1-33) LIZZIE MCNEIL’S IRISH PUB 400 N. McClurg, 312/4671992. Escape the hustle and bustle of Navy Pier at this inviting Irish pub. Call for hours. All major cards. (K-31)
jazz clubs ANDY’S JAZZ CLUB 11 E. Hubbard, 312/642-6805. A historic establishment with casual dining and live jazz. Covers vary. Call for hours. All major cards. (I-31)
live music THE BACKROOM 1007 N. Rush, 312/751-2433, www.backroomchicago.com. Follow the red-bricked corridor into one of the city’s most intimate nightclubs. A sophisticated, sultry atmosphere blends nicely with the rhythmic melodies emanating from the stage. Live music nightly also includes blues, pop and R&B. Show times & cover charges vary. Two-drink minimum. Private party room available. Sun-Fri 8pm-2am, Sat 8pm-3am. All major cards. (I-25)
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JAZZ SHOWCASE 806 S. Plymouth, 312/360-0234. A legendary all-ages, non-smoking jazz club. Call for hours. Cash only. (I-41)