Chicago, Illinois · The City's Bartending School
Jazz clubs. Blues bars. World-class craft cocktail lounges. Sports bar paradise. Chicago's bar scene never shuts down — and the city's employers pay well for bartenders who know what they're doing.
5,800+
Licensed Bars in Chicagoland
$58K
Avg Bartender Annual Earnings in Chicago
Top 5
US City for Craft Cocktail Bar Awards
Chicago's Premier Bartending Program
Chicago is the birthplace of some of America's most influential bar culture — from the jazz-club cocktails of the 1920s to the craft bartending revolution that transformed River North and Logan Square into destinations for national cocktail tourists.
Our program trains you for Chicago's full spectrum: from the high-volume Cubs and Bears game-day crush to the meticulous craft cocktail programs at nationally recognized bars. You'll graduate certified, skilled, and connected to Chicago's hiring network.
Programs
125+ classic and modern cocktails, speed training, and industry certifications.
Artisan techniques, fresh ingredients, and the depth your local craft cocktail scene demands.
Complete wine and craft beer programs for upscale restaurants and hotel bars.
State-mandated responsible service certification — required for employment.
Why Train Here
Class Schedule
Mon–Fri · 9AM–2PM
Complete in 2 weeks
Mon–Fri · 6PM–10PM
Complete in 3 weeks
Sat & Sun · 9AM–5PM
Complete in 4 weeks
Job Placement
Service Area
Location
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Chicago's bar scene is year-round and always growing. Graduate with three certifications and start working the city's best venues.