Chicago restaurants and bars have a lot of great happy hour deals, and I'm always on the lookout for spots that help break up the week a bit. I've been putting together a long list of places to visit, and I found a few happy hours near the Loop that I'm looking to checkout this Spring/Summer. Whether you’re just grabbing a drink with coworkers or meeting up with friends who work nearby, these happy hours look like they'd be worth checking out!

1. Dearly Beloved - River North

  • 900 North Franklin Street Chicago, IL 60610
  • Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, & Sunday 4:00pm-6:00pm
  • Half off signature cocktails
  • Martini and Side of Fries - $15
  • $1 Oysters
Dearly Beloved Chicago, A Cocktail Restaurant
Chicago trendy cocktail restaurant

2. Lilac Tiger - Wicker Park

  • 1742 West Division Street Chicago, IL 60622
  • Daily 5:00pm-6:00pm & Sundays 5pm-10pm
  • $5 shots, $10 wine, $10 spicy marg, & $10 old fashioned
Lilac Tiger
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3. BLVD - West Loop

  • 817 West Lake Street Chicago, IL 60607
  • Monday-Friday 4:30pm-6:30pm
  • Burger, Beer, Fries & Shot - $25
  • $2 Oysters
  • Charcuterie Board - $16
  • Half-Off Martinis and Half-Off Select Bottles of Wine
BLVD | Steak House Restaurant in Chicago, IL
BLVD Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse inspired by Hollywood’s Sunset Blvd—the golden era’s famed strip of dining and entertainment establishments.

4. Smyth/Loyalist - West Loop

  • 177 North Ada Street Chicago, IL 60607
  • Monday - Thursday 5:00pm-6:00pm
  • $11 Cocktails
  • $7-$11 Snacks
Smyth and The Loyalist
Located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, John Shields & Karen Urie Shields present two distinct, exciting restaurants, Smyth and The Loyalist.

5. Bocaditos - West Loop

  • 1140 West Madison Street Chicago, IL 60607
  • Sunday - Thursday 3:00pm-6:00pm
  • Friday - Saturday 2:00pm-5:00pm
  • $8 Wine, $10 Cocktails, $5 Beer
  • $4-$16 snacks
  • $2 Oysters
Bocaditos Chicago - West Loop, Chicago, IL
At Bocaditos Mexican Cuisine, our love story and shared dream of opening a restaurant came to life through our teamwork and dedication. Jose Lozano handles the business side, while Xiadany A…