By Kelly Shetsky
About Chicago Nightclubs
Whether you're in the mood to dance or want to hang with friends at a lounge, there is a
Chicago nightclub to meet your needs. The city offers many hangouts in each neighborhood. Some clubs are all about being seen. Others have a distinctly midwestern feel.
Le Passage
Le Passage may be hard to find, because of its semihidden alleyway entrance, but once you do you find an exclusive club with expensive decor where Chicago's most affluent hang out. According to The Universal Nightlife & City Guide, it is the Gold Coast's swankiest nightclub. Gatekeepers handle access at the velvet rope.
Le Passage
1 East Oak St.
Chicago, Illinois 60611
(312) 255-0022
www.lepassage.com
Signature Lounge
For a more low-key bar spot, try Signature Lounge. It is somewhat pricey but offers a fabulous city view.
Signature Lounge
875 North Michigan Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60611
(312) 787-7230
www.signatureroom.com
Funky Buddha Lounge
Funky Buddha Lounge is west of the River North gallery district, so it's slightly off the beaten path, but worth it. The nightclub is located in an industrial neighborhood. The interior is dark and seductive with leather and leopard-skin couches. Music ranges from hip-hop to African to soul.
Funky Buddha Lounge
728 West Grand Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60654
(312) 666-1695
www.funkybuddha.com
Spoon
Spoon is a trendy bar located in Old Town. The interior is modern and resembles a loft. Spoon attracts a professional crowd after work and a bigger crowd on the weekends.
Spoon
1240 North Wells St.
Chicago, Illinois 60610
(312) 642-5522
www.spoonchicago.com
Zentra Nightclub
Zentra Nightclub is a 10,000-square-foot hotspot. It has two levels with three different rooms of music and four separate atmospheres. Zentra has a Hindi theme.
Zentra Nightclub
923 West Weed St.
Chicago, Illinois 60642
(312) 787-0400
www.zentranightclub.com
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About the Author:
Based in New York State, Kelly Shetsky started writing in 1999. She is a broadcast journalist-turned Director of Marketing and Public Relations and has experience researching, writing, producing and reporting. She writes for several websites, specializing in gardening, medical, health and fitness, entertainment and travel. Shetsky has a Bachelor of Arts in communications from Marist College.
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