Charis Listening Bar

Chicago, Illinois

Regional honoree for Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar at the 2026 Spirited Awards.

Charis is a listening bar in Bridgeport, named for the owner's mother and built on the idea that music shared with a drink and good company is one of the best parts of life. The thirty-five-seat room is seated only, with no reservations, and its music is curated with a rotating monthly roster of vinyl selectors.