5 Top Wine Bars in Chicago

If you're looking for the best wine bars in Chicago, you'll find that they are not just for wine connoisseurs. What's nice about a wine bar is that those who know nothing about wines can enjoy them as well. A wine bar is also a place to learn and to expand your wine horizon whether you are a pro or a novice. Not all wine bars are created equal. Here are 5 top wine bars in Chicago that should not be missed.

1. Webster's Wine Bar
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1480 W. Webster Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
773-868-0608

For those who like a casual, dark setting teamed with great wine, Chicago's famous Webster's Wine Bar is the place to go. Sit back and enjoy the ambiance with some cheese or a little pizza. A different wine is highlighted each month. There are over 400 varieties of wine at the location.

2. Bin 36
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Marina City
339 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-755-9463

This is a wine bar that is excellent for visitors and those who prefer a Chicago Loop location. Bin 36 is located at Chicago's Marina City, and it's one of the most popular wine bars in Chicago. Decorated in high modern industrial, Bin 36 also has a coffee bar and a cheese bar. The wine is chosen by Brian Duncan, who is Gourmet Magazine's 2008 Wine Director of the year.

3. ENO
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InterContinental Hotel Chicago
505 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
312-321-8738

Another excellent wine bar for Chicago guests, ENO is located in the elegant InterContinental Hotel right on Michigan Avenue or the Magnificent Mile. This is the place to go for a romantic evening for two. ENO has over 5,000 wines to choose from. However, what also makes it special is its collection of chocolates.

4. Red Rooster Wine Bar & Cafe
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2100 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60614
773-929-7660

Small, dark and casual is Red Rooster Wine Bar & Cafe. The cozy setting feels like a European bistro with great wines and food varieties. This is a Lincoln Park gem that is loved by residents of the neighborhood and those who travel in. This is the a place for nice wine, but also a nice casual dinner.

5. Juicy Wine Company
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694 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
312- 492-6620

Hipster alert! Juicy Wine Company is a relaxed wine bar for the cool crowd. The design is light wood and contemporary with modular booths and chairs in white . Music and tasty food compliment the expansive wine list.