German classics get a Southern spin from an open kitchen in a stylized beer-hall setting. Funkenhausen is a modern beer hall that serves a soulful mash-up of Southern and Bavarian flavors in Chicago’s West Town neighborhood. Chef Mark Steuer draws on his German heritage and Charleston, South Carolina upbringing to create a menu that reimagines his fondest meals and memories from childhood. The on-tap selection of German beers offers a full expression of styles, while the wine program focuses on food-friendly, under-the-radar gems from the world’s German-speaking regions. Partner Daniel Boyd redesigned the 1920s warehouse and former gym into an expansive dining room and bar, accented by just the right amount of cuckoo clocks and kitsch.

Address: 1709 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Phone: (312) 929-4727

Relaxed chophouse serving classic surf 'n' turf fare & drinks, plus weekend live music. Common gathering place for funerals from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home in Oak Lawn across the street.

Address: 4642 W 103rd St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Phone: (708) 425-6530

Second floor bar, bottle shop and patio with an easy approach to an eclectic menu of wine, beer, cider, and more. Patio, Bottle Shop & Bar - Taking it Easy Since 2020.

Address: 2354 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Phone: (773) 420-9463

Hip restaurant with a bar & a patio presenting a weekly set menu of avant-garde provisions & wine. Nightly four-course prix fixe of ingredient focused American cuisine with an emphasis on domestic natural wine.

Address: 3472 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Phone: (773) 692-2192

All day cafe and wine bar in the heart of Bucktown.

Address: 1960 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Phone: (773) 799-8072

Beef-centric Argentinean menu with pastas & empanadas in a rustic candlelit setting with a full bar.

Address: 2100 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622

Phone: (773) 292-1600