Dining and drinking in Chicago hasn't felt this good in a while. In addition to the ten hottest restaurants to eat at right now, here are the five bars everyone will be talking about this September.

 

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Celeste

The place added a gorgeous rooftop garden and easy-drinking cocktails—so you can linger all evening. Find out why it’s River North’s sexiest late-night spot. 111 W. Hubbard St.

 

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Emporium Logan Square

Foosball and brews. Game on. Browse pics of some of the new bar’s cool décor. 2363 N. Milwaukee Ave.

 

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Gaslight

Fish tacos and cans of beer in koozies make for a beach party minus the sunburn. Check out photos of our visit to the new and improved Lincoln Park bar. 2450 N. Clark St.

 

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The Red Lion Pub

The old favorite rises from the dead—and rumor has it the ghosts did, too. Take a look at our night at the British-inspired bar. 2446 N. Lincoln Ave.

 

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Webster’s Wine Bar

Whining about this spot’s move across town? Just order another glass of Riesling. See photos of our Logan Square outing. 2601 N. Milwaukee Ave.