Best Late Night Restaurants in South Loop
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Devil Dawgs (South Loop)
Fast, griddled burgers and Chicago-style classics served late on State Street.
Notable Picks
8.4
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A counter-service South Loop standby built for late-night cravings, with char-griddled burgers and Vienna Beef staples that hit fast and reliably. The best move is a straightforward burger-and-fries order, then add one sauce-heavy side only if you’re eating immediately.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kick Ass Burger, Backyard Slider (Double), Hand-Cut Fries
What Makes it Special: Fast, griddled burgers and Chicago-style classics served late on State Street.
8.3
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Girls Night Out Approved
Late Night Legends
A basement-level South Loop Korean pocha built for high-energy nights: shareable anju plates, stews, and drinks-first ordering with private karaoke rooms as the main event. The kitchen hits best when you anchor the table with one braise or stew, add one noodle/rice plate, then round out with a crisp fried item that stays snappy alongside soju and makgeolli.
Must-Try Dishes:
Galbi jjim (braised short ribs), Rosé tteokbokki, Bossam (pork wrap set)
What Makes it Special: Korean pocha plates plus private-room karaoke under one roof.