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BAVETTE’S If you think this steakhouse’s main floor is busy, wait until you see the packed downstairs lounge. 218 W Kinzie St (312-624-8154). file under: so old-fashioned
CANTO A room adjacent to Bob San sushi is now an occasional cocktail and karaoke lounge. 1809 W Division St (773-235-8888). file under: random, total eclipses of the heart
THE DRINKINGBIRD The new food menu at this retro lounge goes ’60s with fondue and pigs in a blanket. 2201 N Clybourn Ave (773-472-9920). file under: cocktail hour
THE J. PARKER We’re going to be on this rooftop until the down coats come out. 1816 N Clark St (312-254-4747). file under: urban oasis
JELLYFISH Harold Jurado’s new spot is open late and serves a shochu-yogurt cocktail called the More Cow Bell. 1009 N Rush St (312-660-3111). file under: jokes that never get old, sushi, swank spots
RED DOOR Bucktown’s best patio has a new head bartender: Double A/Mercadito alum Jay Schroeder. 2118 N Damen Ave (773-697-7221). file under: perfect patios
RODAN Under new ownership, this lounge drops an intriguing revamped cocktail menu Mon 24. 1530 N Milwaukee Ave (773-276-7036). file under: back on the radar
RM CHAMPAGNE SALON Champagne, oysters, miniature cakes and everything else you need to feel special. 116 N Green St (312-243-1199). file under: date night, luxury lives!, winos