Wine Lover's Guide

430 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 (map)

Diners looking to drink on the cheap rub elbows with serious oenophiles at this innovative, affordable west suburban restaurant.

339 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

An extensive selection of flights make it easy to sample various vinos at this approachable restaurant and market.

71 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603 (map)

Settle into an intimate booth and peruse the hefty list of wines at this romantic, upper-level Italian restaurant.

1735 Benson Ave, Evanston, IL 60201 (map)

Hundreds of bottles, dozens by the glass and many by flight, make this North Shore wine bar a runaway hit.

1252 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

Forget tequila: It?s the wines--and culinary prowess--that take center stage at this upscale Mexican eatery.

1415 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607 (map)

More than 100 wines by the glass--plus 300 more on a reserve list--only sweeten this skyline view.

1358 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607 (map)

Romantic Little Italy wine and martini bar that becomes a post-pasta destination as the evening wears on.

1325 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)

Dozens of wines from around the globe are offered by the glass at this welcoming, yet upscale Lincoln Park tavern.

1942 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622 (map)

A trendy Wicker Park crowd sips and nibbles at this sexy, low-lit wine bar and restaurant.

2602 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)

Newbies and connoisseurs are equally at home choosing bottles at this low-key Lincoln Park wine bar.

3000 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657 (map)

If you don't know what you want, just read the helpful commentary.

1206 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

Old Town wine shop that?s been revered for its rare wine cellar and private label, aged Kentucky bourbons since 1888.

3726 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60613 (map)

Lakeview wine boutique brimming with table wines, unique gifts and wine accessories and specialty beer.

9197 State Hwy 42, Fish Creek, WI 54212 (map)

It's a few hours north of Chicago, but where else are you going to get your Door County cherry wine?