Bar Down Sports Grill

The food was really good, I had the bang bang shrimp and spinach dip(it reminded me of Houston's…read morerestaurant) and appetizer. Both were shareable portions, although I did not want to share my spinach dip. It was that good!! I had the bbq salmon for my main course, I really enjoyed it, it was seasoned well and had a nice bbq flavor. My favorite was the dessert! The key lime pie was amazing. My server, Bree was very nice and attentive. She suggested the key lime pie and I am so glad she did! Beautiful setting, very spacious. The drinks were AMAZING!

Had the pleasure of visiting Lucky Monk Bar & Grill in Downers Grove, their second location…read morefollowing the success of their South Barrington restaurant. Congratulations to owners Tony and Jeremy, GM Sean, Manager Rajan, Chef Maria, and the entire team for the warm hospitality and excellent dining experience. The Buffalo Wings were outstanding, the Fish & Chips were perfectly prepared, and their selection of IPAs was absolutely delicious. From one Chef/Owner to another, I wish you continued success as you grow. Thank you for a wonderful evening, and I look forward to visiting again soon. -- Chef Sunny Le P'tit European-American Gastronomy

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Heidi's Fortune Pub

2.5(2 reviews)

0.2 mi

Great place, didn't win but the food was good. Met some folks from Geneva who were nice but very…read moreplain. I had my hand down my wife's pants most of the time, everyone seemed fine with it. Check it out.

I am writing this review for the Heid's on Hassle Road. I had went into the casino last Monday and…read moreWednesday and Saturday. I was not happy with the host or the manager. When I went in last Monday to spin the wheel I had recieve a pretzel with cheese. I was sitting at the machine and she brought it to me and kind of threw it on the table. Then I came in on Wedndesday and spent the wheel and recieved a sausage and I told her to make sure it is done, because last time it was not done it was cold. She told me to leave which I did. So I came back Saturday to speak to the manager who is Pam and I tried to explain to her what had happen. She told me that I almost cause her to loose her job. I told her I would never do that. Then she got mad at me and told me to leave and never come back or else she will call the police on me. I feel she is prejudice two me. I have put money into this company and I shouldn't be treated like this. I have over 1,000 points in their so I will loose what ever I have put into there. I hope who ever reads this will pay attention to this matter. Thanks for your cooperation. Debra you can contact me at 3312255577.

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Hideout Pub and Grill

4.6(21 reviews)

9.1 mi

Ignore the menu on the website as the one at this joint is completely different. Please update the…read morewebsite. Large appetizer selection which is fitting for the bowling folks, other offerings are several burger and chicken sandwiches plus pizza. Several tv's mostly on the small size around the bar with a couple larger in the dining area. Burger and pizza on this visit was just okay. Food was served hot but was nothing special. The bartender was very pleasant and we enjoyed her company. They have a huge pool table room which was holding a weekend tournament that was fun to watch along with about forty bowling lanes. Two stars for the bar/restaurant.

Don't be deceived. Yes it's a bowling alley. I would stop here again. My boys loved the pizza and…read morecheese curds. My wife and I split the birdie wrap with fries. My 7 and 5 year old gobbled up their food. Tony was excellent. Service was all-star quality.

Hideout Pub entrance.

1/2 Lb Bacon Cheeseburger

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4.8(9 reviews)

6.7 mi

mikey and ian make the best beer i've ever had. ian doesn't have hair on his head but his beard is…read moresecond to none. mikey, who previously held the coveted "worst food server in Barrington" award has shown improvement after winning the "Best Beer Server in Barrington" award. the atmosphere of this place makes patrons feel welcome and appreciated. mikey spins the best vinyl and ian blends the best saisons. i've met some of my best friends in this establishment. Barrington has a reputation for being a suburb full of pricks, but this place is where the real Barrington folk come to kick it. before i forget, the absolute best part of this brewery is Shef, that dude is the realest around. mikey and ian do a decent enough job of holding the fort down, but Shef brings this place to life. there's so much to see at sundial, grab a bite in the mall and mosey on down to my fav place to grab a beer.

Great beer and great vibes. Ryan did a good job of poring beer the correct way. And one of the best…read moreplaces in Chicagoland for pilsners and lagers.

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Global Brew Tap House

4.1(94 reviews)

2.7 mi

I loved this place! The server was awesome. The food was delicious. Amazing beer selection. Such a…read morecool place.

came by for trivia night! starts right at 7:00, and we were able to get seated right away. we also…read morewere able to put in our drink and food orders right away. for our food orders we had tried the bang bang tater tots 8/10, grated parm tater tots 8/10, kansas city 10/10, shanghai flatbread 8/10, has a little bit of a kick to it but very flavorful! as for drinks there was a berry mule 10/10, sprite and their mango ipa's 10/10 very smooth beer. ambience was very lively and had a great time! service was really great!

Garlic Parmesan Tots

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Westwood Tavern

4.0(917 reviews)

4.8 mi

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imagine the best corn bread you've ever had - it's westwood taverns no competition!…read more We came after the a round of golf in schaumburg and sat at the bar. The bartender seemed a bit distracted and took a while to take our order which was frustrating, however she made up for it by continuing to check on us throughout our meal. We got the nachos, steak and eggs, and a thai salad with the cornbread being the standout. The sushi rolls looked very good so i'll have to try that out next time!

Westwood gets three stars out of me because it was OK but unmemorable. I'm unlikely to return…read more My pros are mostly ambience and service-related. They have many TVs; a large bar; and outdoor seating. My server was also very gracious in making multiple rounds as I was a bit indecisive. Cons: The booths are REALLY low to the ground IMO (I am 6'4"). The food offerings are a bit random and simply were not appealing to me. I.e., I don't go to an American pub for sushi. Also, I didn't like that the appetizer prices are literally only $5 cheaper than entree prices.

Party room upstairs

Pulled chicken nachos

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City Works

After a long day of cancelled and delayed flights, this is exactly what I needed…read more Very good and extensive beer selection. I had very good (not great) wings and a tasty grilled chicken sandwich. Not the best versions of either, but still very tasty and really hit the spot. It's very clear that this location caters to business travelers. I was there on consecutive nights - Thursday and Friday night. Fairly lively room good energy, but not rowdy. Big screens over the bar with lots of games on. I really like the service both nights. I was there. The crew behind the bar was super friendly and helpful. Offered a few samples of beers. I was curious about. Overall city Work checked all the boxes. Glad I came.

Out at Woodfield Mall, we tried City Works based on a Google Maps suggestion. It's a large,…read morecorporate, upscale dining spot. If you're a beer drinker, they have a massive selection on tap (about 90 taps--and no, that's not a typo!). They also have a large patio that looks like a great spot when the weather is nice. Inside, there's a good mix of low-tops, high-tops, banquettes, and booths. All the tabletops feature copper tops with wood trim, and exposure to water and food over time has given each table a unique patina. We arrived right as they were switching over from the brunch menu to dinner, and the staff made us feel very welcome. What We Ordered: Smoked Brisket Reuben Eggrolls: We ordered these special eggrolls for the table. My friend has a shellfish allergy, and since many traditional eggrolls contain shrimp, he was excited to try these. He said they were the best eggrolls he's ever had (though he admitted he doesn't eat them often!). He paired it with a Guinness Zero non-alcoholic draught and was amazed by how close it tasted to the original. Fish Tacos ($19): Recommended by another reviewer, these come with three cornmeal-battered, fried Mahi-Mahi tacos topped with cilantro lime cream and fresh micro cilantro. They were crispy and very tasty. If you're usually sensitive to cilantro, you might still enjoy these--I mostly tasted a bright, lemony freshness rather than heavy cilantro. Sides (Broccoli Rabe & Asparagus): I substituted chips for a vegetable side. Due to a mix-up in the kitchen, I got to try the broccoli rabe first, though it turned out way too spicy for anyone at our table. My actual order was asparagus--my absolute favorite--but it was a bit disappointing, as the bottom half of each stalk was woody and fibrous. Fish & Chips ($21.50): My friend went with this traditional entry. At that price point, he was expecting three fillets, but he couldn't finish the two that were served and took some home. Overall, a solid entrée. Classic Breakfast ($15.50): My husband got this from the brunch menu. He was very pleased with the scrambled eggs, potatoes, thick-sliced bacon, and sausage links. Overall, a solid visit with great variety on the menu!

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Bob McCullough's Pub & Billiards

3.1(63 reviews)

4.0 mi

Great Vibes and place! Our Bartender was amazing, plus…read morehaving some pool tables to play a couple of games is a big plus!

Go here Thursday evenings and be served by the kindest and prettiest bartender around, Amy! Your…read moredrink will never be empty, the conversation is always pleasant and she draws a large and loyal following! She's worth the visit...and get some wings and fries while you're at it! They're terrific too!

Sausage, yellow pepper (what?! Lol), mushroom pizza

Billiards and a good afternoon drinking and relaxing

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Basic bar but friendly service

Mickey's Sports Bar & Grill

3.3(69 reviews)

1.8 mi

This is your classic neighborhood sports bar. Perfect for people hoping to earn the title of…read more"regular" and be recognized on a nickname basis. Drinks are plentiful and the beer is dirt cheap. On the topic of food, the food here has no place being this good. The menu is huge which usually scares me but everything they do is well made. Burgers cooked to temperature, delicious corned beef, crispy cheesy greasy pizza. I'm impressed. You can't go wrong catching the rest of the World Cup here. Been here for two games so far and will probably be coming back.

We love coming here at night during the week. It's very close to our house. There are plenty of low…read moreand tall tables as well as large booths and lots of television sets all set to different sports channels. The restaurant is very clean and they pay close attention to the patrons. Our waitress was very sweet and kind and she knows what we like to eat and drink. There's a gambling area and also a jukebox and some dart machines. The bathrooms are a nice size and they're nice and clean. We highly recommend you dying here we try to leave lots of photos and videos of what we order.

Cream of chicken and rice - meh

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Rosie O'Hare's Public House

4.2(130 reviews)

8.0 mi

The atmosphere was really nice for a bar by the river, not many know how to make a great Irish mule…read moreBUT this lass(didn't get her name but she is beautiful) did! Will def go back if we are in town.

Pretty riverside location, outstanding service, really delicious bar food on steroids. Went on a…read morepleasant Thursday evening and was able to catch the last table outside. Tried two of their monthly food specials and both were delicious. A batch of perfectly grilled wings (with a garlic parmesan sauce), and the Tod Wilkinson burger, an Italian sausage/ground beef combo patty topped with delicious Italian beef named after the Steve Martin Character in My Blue Heaven, lol...yum freaking yum. For an appetizer had an order of their homemade chips topped with cheese, bacon and chives...outstanding. Stephanie, the sole waitress working the whole patio, didn't miss a beat and brought everything out perfectly timed and piping hot (or cold, their beer of courses...my Guinness). Will be back! A lovely hidden gem a long a quiet stretch of the Fox.

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Kati K.

3

5

0

14 years ago

My friends and I have been looking for a new sports bar to go to lately. I was a little hesitant at first to go here given the distance it is from my house, but I thought to myself, why not give it the benefit of the doubt?! Well, I am definitely glad I did. I was pleasantly surprised with this place. First off, it's HUGE. There is so much to do, it's hard deciding where to start. They have everything from bags, pool, darts, and bowling, to karaoke nights. I mean, who doesn't love karaoke?! Not to mention, the food was great (and cheap!) and the staff was very friendly. If you are a sports fan like me, they even have great food and drink specials on game nights which is a huge plus. All in all if you are looking for a fun place with a great atmosphere that has it all, this is the place to go. read more

Joanne C.

0

1

0

6 years ago

Came to the bowling alley last week with my kids and we had a blast! They have a health screening and huge computer thermometer when you walk in to make sure no one is sick, super cool! Snack counter attendant was really friendly and even got our huge complicated order put in perfectly. Our customized pizza came out hot and fresh (we combined the mac and cheese with the three meat and we all LOVED it) it was delivered right to our lane really fast, the pitchers of pop we ordered were a great deal, and the quesadillas were phenomenal! Can't wait to come back! read more

Richard K.

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1

0

6 years ago

Super friendly service and great atmosphere, a little quieter these days due to covid but that's to be expected. Just means a more personalized experience. Bar and bowling staff always have always made me feel welcome and Kevin made sure we were taken care of at the bar. Food was delicious and the drinks were great, they revamped the menus and have a lot of new things to offer, I just had to try the aloha turkey sliders and was not disappointed! read more

Mandi M.

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4

1

4 years ago

This place is a great venue! We come to bowl here cuz they have awesome alleys and the food in the bar is great. The pizza is phenomenal. And the bartenders really know how to make a drink. I caught a burlesque show here a few months ago and it was so much fun I wish we had more entertainment like that out here!!! Me and my boyfriend were totally surprised and had a great time! read more

Michael S.

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1

0

7 years ago

Vanessa was a sweetheart. I had driven 15 hours from Camden county Georgia and ordered a Bloody Mary. I have to say it was one of the best ones I have drank in a long time. If you have Vanessa as your bartender, treat that young lady right! She was a sweetheart to talk to and makes one hell of a Bloody Mary!! read more

Ryan C.

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6

0

14 years ago

I first found this bar when I went bowling with some friends. My first impressions weren't great but I recently revisited the bar and things have really turned around. The food was great, the service was fast and friendly and they had plenty to do. It seemed like a lot is going on at this place now. read more

Daniel R.

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8

1

14 years ago

My wife and I had lunch here and had a great time!! Patty melt was good! Service was great and we played some fuss ball !!! Haven't done that in a long time !! We will be back!! posted a review already i thought but haven't seen it ! but it is a bar that's got it all! read more

Sharon S.

560

1

0

9 years ago

I come here all the time for the Chicago Blackhawks games with my family! The food is really great and they have wonderful service. I really enjoy their traditional appetizer wings. I would highly recommend going here for a good time! read more

Jack T.

0

1

0

8 years ago

Claims to be an official Blackhawks bar. But flash the lights and play the Hawks goal song when other teams score! Slow service and poorly made drinks to top it off! never going back! read more

Lorrie N.

0

2

0

13 years ago

The bad thing about Yelp is they never check the facts before they allow a review to be posted. Stop in and see for yourself, before you believe everything that you read read more

Jack T.

90

8

10

14 years ago

I was pleasantly surprised with how big this place was. They had plenty of room for me and my party and we all had tons of stuff to do, even after the game was over. read more

Todd P.

39

1

0

8 years ago

Great service, cold beer, awesome street tacos. I am a fan of the tunes.. I have had the pizza as well and I was pleasantly surprised. Looking forward to retirning. read more

Kiyana F.

0

1

11 months ago

They smell so bad I can't eat my damn food. They ass smell so bad I don't even want the fucking food anymore. They smell so fucking bad I'm not even HUNGRY anymore. read more

Karen S.

41

1

0

7 years ago

Friendly staff and great atmosphere! Highly recommend Bar Down for watching any game or just getting together with friends. Food and service were fantastic! read more

Robert A.

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2

0

16 years ago

Not too bad for a bowling center bar. They have been cleaning it up nicely and have some decent specials. Not over crowded and the service was good. read more

Diane K.

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3

10

2 years ago

Great hidden gem, food is all homemade and Such a fun vibe in the restaurant. The place is huge, and has Banquet space. Staff is friendly and fun. read more

Sharon H.

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1

0

8 years ago

Been to Bar Down several time since remodel and love their Patty Melt. But new menu included Filet Sliders and their outstanding.

Lori A.

45

1

0

14 years ago

Great food. They have a half time buffet during the Bear's game. Nice and friendly staff. I will be back for all Bear's games

Matt H.

0

1

0

9 years ago

Great sports bar! Very friendly staff and open space really makes you feel comfortable when watching a game

Emily P.

3

10

0

8 years ago

unfriendly staff, obnoxious clients that staff did not eject from bar. Noisy, food was bad in my opinion

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