The dating scene in Chicago has always been pretty turbulent and the pandemic made things worse. First, let's set some expectations about what the dating scene is like:
In this guide, we're going to give you some proven suggestions on where to meet Chicago singles, great date ideas, and some of our favorite date spots around Chicago that have been the location of some pretty incredible dates. Taking a bus to a bar doesn't exactly sound like the start of a great romance but you'd be surprised! You just might need to leave your neighborhood every once in a while to make it happen.
The good news is that with a little effort on your part, finding a date in Chicago is easier than in most cities. We're spoiled for choice here with so many singles but meeting new people and having successful dates can be really tough even post-pandemic. Dating in Chicago is daunting, and it doesn't get any easier out in the suburbs.