The seasonal fare at Allium tastes better thanks to the warmth of this fireplace inside the Four Seasons. Order from the menu of creative America cuisine, including that infamous hot dog.
Brimming with bros, this River North spot has a fireplace, though the nightly dance parties don't exactly provide the ideal setting to use them. Read more.
This Wicker Park sports bar is filled with plenty of TVs. The food and beer, coupled with the fireplace, make it a nice spot to catch up with friends. Read more.
The fireplace is much more important at Broken Shaker Chicago than it is at the hip cocktail bar's original Miami location. Inside the Freehand, find an impressive selection of craft cocktails. Read more.
The River North location of this popular Mexican restaurant chain sports modern looks and is a solid spot to take grandma when she visits from Iowa or Ohio. Read more.
The outdoor space at the CAA on Michigan avenue features a breathtaking view of Millennium Park, if you can brave the line to make it through. Read more.
Cooper's features a solid barbecue menu and a long list of craft beer offerings. Near Wrigley, now that Hell has frozen over and the Cubs are World Series champs, fans will need a place to stay warm. Read more.
The Dawson actually sports multiple fireplaces, including one outdoors. This huge bar/restaurant at the corner of Grand and Halsted boasts an impressive beverage program. Read more.
Inside the Ritz-Carlton, Deca's rooftop bar, the Dec, isn't a winter spot (they're closed), but on colder fall days the fire pit can be useful. Read more.
Snuggle up in Lincoln Park with a glass of wine or an app in the back of this cozy spot from Four Star Restaurant Group. Read more.
The second-floor lobby inside the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel will be a popular spot during the colder months. Read more.
Drumbar's fire pit provides a great conversation starter while guests sip inside this sophisticated rooftop space. Read more.
On colder fall days, the Duck Inn will fire up its pit to allow folks to enjoy their back patio. Read more.
Inside the InterContinental Chicago, Eno is a great place to grab a wine flight and stay toasty. Read more.
Spoiler alert: The Fireside actually has a fireplace to warm up folks while they sport or hang out with their families. Read more.
Fountainhead's always been a neighborhood gem with its hard-to-find beers and liquors. The cozy space gets cozier thanks to the fireplace. There's one on the roof, too. Read more.
Meat and fire enjoy a close relationship, and Frontier celebrates that with its own fireplace. Frontier's known for their creative meat dishes. Read more.
The fireplace at The Gage makes the bar/restaurant an ideal spot to warm up before or after a trip to Millennium Park. Read more.
The fondue institution, known as a romantic spot for years in Lincoln Park, recently underwent an ownership change. That brought improvements and a new patio area with a fire pit. Read more.
Venture toward the back of this Irish pub to be close to the fire. There's a great pub menu, including a killer burger. Read more.
The Heavy Feather's lounge is a more refined experience off Milwaukee Avenue in Logan Square, complete with cocktails from the Scofflaw group. Read more.
Andersonville residents manage to agree that the fireplace at Hopleaf is a huge asset to the space. Get lost in the Hopleaf's massive beer menu. Read more.
Step inside the Hubbard Inn to escape Chicago's wintry conditions. The creative drink list includes modern twists on classics. Read more.
The wood-fired oven isn't the only thing with flames inside this Boystown bar. Lark aims to be all things to everyone, a comfy space along Halsted Street to please all guests. Read more.
The folks from 16" On Center are making use of their back patio this fall and winter. Read more.
This bookish space near DePaul will make anyone feel smarter. This gastropub is good for a nice brunch or fun night out. Read more.
Who's dreaming about enjoying Moody Tongue's special barrel-aged selections, or perhaps their carmelized churro chocolate baltic porter on draft while staying warm this winter? Read more.
Try a rack of Mrs. Murphy's award-winning ribs near the fire in North Center. Read more.
Nestled between the lake and Lincoln Park, North Pond provides a sanctuary for city dwellers inside a unique setting where guests dine on upscale cuisine. Read more.
Old Town Social's front room features a den-like atmosphere that includes a fireplace. It's a hot table when the lines start building late night. Read more.
Good day, governor. The second-floor of Bo Fowler's English gastropub has a great British feel that guests won't mind colonizing during every winter visit. Read more.
Bucktown's new late-night bar, from the owners of Estelle's, is so new they haven't had a chance to use the fireplace. But the 5 a.m. Saturday liquor license should make it useful. Read more.
Sometimes RM Champagne Salon's fireplace will actually be lit with logs. Other times they'll use candles. Most times guests will enjoy themselves, as well as sister venue Nellcote. Read more.
Sable's fireplace provides Chicagoans with a warm sentiment, proving sometimes it's mind over matter. Sable's mixologists always manage to shake up something new and seasonal. Read more.
The former Old Oak Tap has been reborn, giving West Town/Ukrainian Village spot a cozy New American spot along Chicago Avenue. Read more.
The ultimate neighborhood bar resides in Logan Square. It's perfect for groups, and most everyone now knows about their unique cocktail offerings. Read more.
The Wrigley-area playpen has all the smoked meats and barbecue diners would want. But venture toward the back bar/smoker room and stay warm while sipping on a bar from Sheffield's rare beer cooler. Read more.
Over in Pilsen, Simone's packs the crowds in over the weekend with DJs, a satisfying brunch menu and more inside a unique space. Read more.
The fire pit keeps the back patio area at Table, Donkey and Stick, toasty in from spring through fall. Read more.
Tuco & Blondie, from the owners for 4 Star Restaurant Group (Smoke Daddy, Crosby's Kitchen) opened a Mexican restaurant in September. The place has been packed and it even includes a fireplace. Read more.
The fireplace at the Tortoise Club makes this place for a classy holiday lunch. Grab a great meal before heading to the House of Blues or any of the other downtown attractions. Read more.
Few would be able to see unless for the fireplace inside this infamous, dark cocktail spot in Wicker Park. Read more.
This homey spot in Lakeview is the ideal venue to brunch, talk about books or let your hair down. Read more.
This churrascaria knows how to play with fire in both the main dining room and the lounge area. Read more.
