The bar chart | April 4–10, 2013

American Junkie For some reason, this place makes us want to scream “SPRAAANG BREAAKK” and run. 15 W Illinois Ave (312-239-0995). file under: nightclub/sports bar conglomerates

Central Standard Indeed you can put gumbo, tostadas and pierogi on the same menu. 169 W Kinzie St (312-527-9463). file under: bacon cocktails still exist (fwiw)

The Dog’s Bollox Proof there is a worse name for an establishment than Table, Donkey and Stick. 3210 N Lincoln Ave (773-880-9620). file under: it means “cream of the crop” (fwiw), global small plates

High Noon Saloon Margaritas, nachos, bourbon and other necessities. 1560 N Milwaukee Ave (773-227-9339). file under: this neighborhood runs on tacos

Howells & Hood We would be jealous that the Trib has a bar in its building…if we didn’t have a Chipotle! 435 N Michigan Ave (312-262-5310). file under: and a Radio Shack! and a Jimmy John’s!

The Library at Gilt Bar…is an amazing place to eat your feelings in steak tartare. 230 W Kinzie St, lower level (312-464-9544). file under: cocktailians, on the scene, underground, you should eat

The Squared Circle What is a pizza wonton? The answer, and more, at this wrestling-affiliated tavern. 2418 N Ashland Ave (773-904-8170). file under: neighborhoodie

Takito Tequila. Just thinking about it is making this day go by faster. 2013 W Division St (773-697-4438). file under: this neighborhood runs on tacos