Top 24 wine bars in Chicago

Chicago, a city known for its vibrant food and drink scene, is home to an impressive array of wine bars. These establishments offer a wide variety of wines from around the world, often in a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're a wine aficionado or just looking to expand your palate, Chicago's wine bars provide the perfect setting to do so. With knowledgeable staff and carefully curated wine lists, these bars are a must-visit for any wine lover in the Windy City.

1. Websters Wine Bar Chicago

Extensive wine list, knowledgeable staff, cozy atmosphere

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Mediterranean Cuisine
  • Happy Hours
  • Hidden Gems

2. Rootstock Wine & Beer Bar

Local, sustainable, seasonal offerings

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Asian Cuisine
  • Affordable Nightlife

3. J9 Wine Bar

Wine preservation system, extensive wine list

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Mediterranean Cuisine
  • Mid-Range

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4. Volo Restaurant Wine Bar

Extensive wine list, knowledgeable staff, regular events

TOPICS

  • Italian Cuisine
  • High-End
  • Downtown Spots

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5. Le Midi Wine

Extensive wine list and knowledgeable staff

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Gluten-Free
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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6. Barrel cheese & wine | cocktails | Event Space

Features private event space and unique barrel-aged cheese

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Social Gatherings
  • Downtown Spots
  • Mid-Range

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7. Figo Wine Bar

Unique wine selection, knowledgeable staff, and intimate atmosphere

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Italian Cuisine
  • Happy Hours

8. Good Funk

Lively atmosphere with exceptional comfort food

TOPICS

  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Social Gatherings
  • Downtown Spots
  • Mid-Range

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9. Angelo's Wine Bar

Extensive wine list, knowledgeable staff

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Italian Cuisine
  • Mid-Range

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10. Bronzeville Winery

Exquisite wine selection

TOPICS

  • Holiday Celebrations
  • Italian Cuisine
  • Mid-Range

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11. Pops for Champagne

Extensive champagne selection and knowledgeable staff

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Dinner
  • Downtown Spots
  • High-End

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12. Printers Row Wine Bar and Shop

Extensive wine list, knowledgeable staff, wine education events

TOPICS

  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner
  • Mid-Range

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13. Lush Food & Drink - West Town

Seasonally-inspired menu with locally-sourced ingredients and creative cocktails

TOPICS

  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots
  • Happy Hours

14. City Winery at the Riverwalk

On-site winery for unique, locally-made wines

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Italian Cuisine
  • Waterfront
  • Mid-Range

15. The Press Room

Stylish decor, craft cocktails, and inviting atmosphere

TOPICS

  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner
  • Late Night

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16. Grapes & Grains

Knowledgeable staff, extensive wine list, and housemade pasta

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Happy Hours
  • Downtown Spots

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17. red & white wines

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Downtown Spots
  • Weekend Dining

18. Outside Voices

Vibrant bar scene, weekend brunch, craft beers

TOPICS

  • Mediterranean Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots

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19. Gordon Ramsay Burger

Celebrity chef-owned, open kitchen, interactive experience

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Mid-Range
  • Downtown Spots

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20. Wild Blossom Meadery and Winery

Small-batch meads and wines, unique tasting experience

TOPICS

  • Waterfront
  • Dinner
  • Late Night

21. Chicago Winery

Private wine lockers and sommelier-led tastings

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Mediterranean Cuisine
  • Gluten-Free
  • Rooftop

22. Noisette

TOPICS

  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots

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23. Eno Wine Bar

Wine preservation system for fresh pours

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots
  • Mid-Range

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24. Ever Restaurant

Open kitchen concept, extensive wine list

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Celebrations
  • High-End

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