# Encore Chicago

> Chicago's eating & going-out guide.

- [Restaurants](https://encorechicago.com/restaurants/): Deep dish, Italian beef, Michelin rooms and the neighborhood spots in between: where to eat in Chicago right now.
- [Bars & Nightlife](https://encorechicago.com/bars-nightlife/): Speakeasies, rooftops, breweries, jazz rooms and late-hour licenses: the definitive map of Chicago after dark.
- [Things to Do](https://encorechicago.com/things-to-do/): River cruises, food tours, festivals and date nights: how to spend your hours in Chicago between meals.
- [Neighborhoods](https://encorechicago.com/neighborhoods/): The Loop, West Loop, Wicker Park, Pilsen and beyond: eat, drink and do, neighborhood by neighborhood.
- [Stay](https://encorechicago.com/stay/): Where to stay in Chicago: the right neighborhood, hotels with a view, and how to plan a weekend.

Latest guides:

- [The 30 Best Bars in Chicago (2026 Edition)](https://encorechicago.com/best-bars-in-chicago/) (2026-08-11)
- [Chicago Nightlife: the Complete Guide](https://encorechicago.com/chicago-nightlife-guide/) (2026-07-28)
- [Live Music in Chicago: the Venues That Matter](https://encorechicago.com/live-music-chicago/) (2026-07-21)
- [The Best Steakhouses in Chicago](https://encorechicago.com/best-steakhouse-chicago/) (2026-07-14)
- [What Is Malort? Chicago's Most Feared Shot, Explained](https://encorechicago.com/what-is-malort/) (2026-07-07)
- [The Best Pizza in Chicago: Deep Dish vs Tavern-Style](https://encorechicago.com/best-pizza-chicago/) (2026-06-30)
- [The Chicago-Style Hot Dog, Explained (Hold the Ketchup)](https://encorechicago.com/chicago-style-hot-dog/) (2026-06-23)
- [Italian Beef in Chicago: Dipped, Sweet or Hot](https://encorechicago.com/italian-beef-chicago/) (2026-06-16)
- [Happy Hour in Chicago: the Loop and Beyond](https://encorechicago.com/happy-hour-chicago/) (2026-06-02)
- [Fulton Market Restaurants: Old Meatpacking, New Dining](https://encorechicago.com/fulton-market-restaurants/) (2026-05-26)