Date Nights in Chicago
Whether you're planning a first date, celebration, or simply looking to spend quality time together, Chicago offers endless opportunities for a memorable night out. From romantic rooftop dinners and scenic lakefront strolls to live entertainment, unique experiences, and hidden neighborhood gems, there's so much to explore. Please browse my curated list of the best date night ideas in Chicago and discover new ways to make our next evening together unforgettable.
Jazz Clubs
1. Buddy Guy's Legends (South Loop)
2. Andy's Jazz Bar (River North)
https://andysjazzclub.com/music-calendar/
3. Blue Chicago (River North)
https://www.bluechicago.com/Schedule.aspx
4. Tortoise Supper Club (River North)
https://tortoisesupperclub.com/live-jazz/
5. Kingston Mines (Lincoln Park)
Fine Dining
1. Bavette's Bar & Boeuf Steakhouse (River North)
https://www.bavettessteakhouse.com/chicago/home
2. Jeong Korean (Noble Square)
3. Aba Mediterranean (Fulton Market)
https://www.abarestaurants.com/chicago
4. Boka American Michelin Star (Lincoln Park)
5. Ciccio Mio Italian (River North)
6. La Serre French (Fulton Market)
7. North Pond New American (Lincoln Park)
https://northpondrestaurant.com/
8. Mirra Mexican/Indian Fusion (Bucktown)
9. The Bazaar by Jose Andres Steakhouse (Loop)
https://www.thebazaar.com/location/bazaar-meat-chicago/
10. Oriole American Michelin Star (West Loop)
https://www.oriolechicago.com/
Relaxation
1. Allyu Luxury Day Spa (River North)
2. Chuan Spa at The Langham (River North)
https://www.langhamhotels.com/en/the-langham/chicago/wellness/chuan-spa/
3. Aire Ancient Baths (River West)
https://beaire.com/en/aire-ancient-baths-chicago
4. Kohler Water Spa (Lincoln Park)
https://www.kohlerwatersspalincolnpark.com/
5. Spa at Waldorf Astoria (Near North Side)
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chiwawa-waldorf-astoria-chicago/spa/
Burlesque + Entertainment
1. Bordel Cabaret & Cocktail (East Village)
https://www.bordelchicago.com/
2. Untitled Supper Club Music & Burlesque (River North)
https://www.untitledsupperclub.com/burlesque-variety
3. The Drifter Live Entertainment (River North)
https://thedrifterchicago.com/entertainment/
Wine Tasting
1. Chicago Winery Tasting Room (River North)
https://www.chiwinery.com/chicago-winery-tasting-room/
2. City Winery (Loop)
Comedy Shows
1. The Laugh Factory (Lake View East)
https://www.laughfactory.com/chicago
2. Zanies (Old Town)
https://chicago.zanies.com/calendar/
3. Second City (Old Town)
Omakase
1. Kyoten (Logan Square)
2. The Omakase Room (River North)
https://www.theomakaseroom.com/
3. Mako (West Loop)
Orchestra / Theater
1. Broadway In Chicago Events Calendar:
https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/
2. Chicago Symphony Orchestra Show Finder:
https://cso.org/concerts-tickets/whats-on/
