Looking for nightlife

I%26#39;d like some insider tips on places my wife and I can enjoy a laid-back atmosphere with good music/people watching.

We%26#39;re staying at the Talbott and would be nice to find places within walking distance.

Thanks for the input

Looking for nightlife

There are loads of bars around where you are...walk along rush street and you%26#39;re sure to find what you are looking for. ';laid back atmosphere with good music/people watching'; could describe most any bar in that vicinity depending on what you consider good music and a laid back atmosphere.

Looking for nightlife

Take a look at metromix.com. Use the calendar function to see what%26#39;s going on here during your visit.

Within 1/4 mile of your hotel is:

The Underground Wonder Bar - 10 E. Walton Street. Funky little underground bar with a lady leading the same band most nights. She plays a mean piano and will remind you of Janis Joplin.

Jilly%26#39;s Piano Bar: Upstairs from jilly%26#39;s nightclub. Piano guy.. 1950s feel. Older hipster crowd 30+

Blue Chicago: 736 N. Clark. Blues :-)

There are other places but thought these would meet your definition of ';laid back';. Lots of dance clubs too.