I love Lucky Monk. My friend and I have come here a few times for Happy Hour because they have…read moregreat Happy Hour food deals, which I appreciate a lot as someone who doesn't drink much. The deal is half off apps, but if you enjoy an adult beverage, the house-brewed drafts are also half off. M-Th 3-6pm, dine-in only. At least that's what it is right now. I feel like it changes, so maybe call beforehand to confirm. I only got pics of the nachos this time, which really doesn't do it full justice because they're bigger than they look in the photo. Food is always good and consistent, there's nothing really to complain about regarding service or prices, and parking has always been really easy, though that could be because we typically go on Tuesdays. I imagine weekends could be a little bit busier, but the place is pretty big, so even if you have to wait, I don't think that you'd be waiting that long. The vibe is also casual and low-key.

I get together with old friends once a month at various restaurants. On this visit, there was just…read morethree of us. I chose this place for this month's lunch. I had been here with my daughter about 12 years ago and remembered enjoying it then. We all had burgers and craft beer. My friends went with the Mad Max (burger of the month) and I went with a peppercorn and blue cheese burger. It was thumbs up for all of us on the burgers as well as the beer, which was unique and delicious. I took no pictures that day and just enjoyed the outing with friends, but I was especially impressed with the taste of my burger. I abstained from adding any of my usual condiments, and decided to try it as is, with just their sauce. Best decision ever! The sauce was amazing and the burger was cooked a perfect medium. Like many restaurants, Luck Monk offers their regular menu, plus flyers on their specials, including beers and cocktails. Four days later, I went right back there again on my own, to formally review it with photos. I had to go with that same peppercorn burger, because it was just so good, and to make sure the first time was a fluke. It wasn't. I tried out their chili as well, which was also good. This chef knows what he is doing. This stand alone restaurant is easy to get to, and has ample parking. The interior of the restaurant is beautiful and looks high end, though I found the pricing to be reasonable. It would be a great spot to take clients for a business lunch. It's elegant looking , but unpretentious. The hostess and servers are wonderful. I highly recommend the Lucky Monk!

Stopped in with some friends who live in Barrington and ended up having way more fun than expected…read more Drinks are legit...strong pours and the nachos were gone in five minutes. We actually ordered a second plate because they were that good. The live piano adds a great vibe too. Service was on point all night. Our server was great, and the owner even stopped to make sure we were taken care of. You don't see that kind of attention very often. Definitely planning on coming back next time I'm in town!

Stopped by Higgy's South Barrington on Higgins Rd after dinner for a nightcap, and it was a really…read moreenjoyable experience. The piano bar vibe was fantastic--live music adds such a nice touch and really elevates the atmosphere. It's clear this kind of spot was much needed in the area. The service was friendly and attentive, which made the visit even more enjoyable. They also serve food, which we didn't try this time, but we'll definitely give it a shot next visit. We were only there for the piano bar portion, which runs until about 12:30am on weekends. After that, they switch to DJ music, which I imagine is a fun change of pace, though we didn't stay late enough to experience it. Overall, it's a great place to unwind after dinner, enjoy some live music, and soak in a lively yet relaxed vibe. Definitely planning to return next time!

The beers are incredible, tons of variety and home crafted…read more Very spacious the place and food was okay, on this time I tried some bar food and appetizers, I would need to try again the main plates to have a better opinion. However, on overall, i like this place and the service.

Even though this place is advertised as craft beer, don't let it fool you they make amazing…read morecocktails as well!!! Their Happy Hour is the best in the area! You can get a delicious craft strong espresso martini for $7!!! Their Happy Hour food is 1/2 off appetizers as well!!! I always sit at the bar, and all the bartenders are great!!! Laid back atmosphere great way to enjoy some drinks! The decor reminds me of a brewery abroad, I like it! I have had their fish & chips outside of the appetizers that was also good!! But I usually just get the hummus to munch on while I enjoy my cocktails

About 25 of us (from the gym) got together here on a Friday at 5pm. We had a great sever who was…read moreable to keep everyone happy with drinks and food (and of course the popcorn!). This is a great neighborhood hangout.

Rookies is a classic sports bar in the truest sense -- a solid place to catch a game, have a beer,…read moreand settle into a lively crowd. The ownership helps give it character, and that neighborhood feel goes a long way. Beyond game day, though, the experience can be a little uneven. The food and overall draw are fairly standard, and the crowd can occasionally tilt in the wrong direction. Still, when the energy is right, it can be a genuinely fun place to spend an afternoon or night.

Bar Down is a fun place to meet friends for a drink, or attend a private event in one of their…read morebanquet rooms. The venue is an older building and can use an update, but every time I am here, the service and the food is consistently fresh and tasty. Surprisingly good dishes beyond the normal bar fare too. On our last visit on a Friday night, our server Kevin was friendly and helpful in offering menu suggestions and letting us know about specials. We ordered pizza, wings and sliders off of the Happy Hour Bar Menu. For four drinks (two were non-alcoholic) and several apps, our bill was under $60. Not bad at all and we even had extra food to take home. For events, Amy here often goes above and beyond to ensure a great customer experience. The parking lot gets filled here fast on a busy bowling night, but in all, Bar Down is a fun, local place to hang out and watch a sporting event.

I don't even want to leave a review because this is such a gem and I don't want people to know. Why…read moredoes this bar attached to a bowling alley have such good food? Nightly food and drink specials, a happy hour, and it's never packed or too loud. Came in one night to watch a game and now I'm sad the season is ending because I need more reasons to come in.

Great food and professional fun staff. Bar staff great the cheesecake is awesome! We had Halibut…read moreand Filet, stated with foccia bread YUzn

We went for the Mother's Day brunch. And everything tasted so good. I was so happy they had the…read moreTiramisu its my favorite and they have one of the best ones. I also loved their nutella cheesecake. The prime rib was cooked and seasoned perfectly. The ham looked dry but i did have it and it wasnt dry so looks can be deceiving lol. The Garlic roasted chicken was also a fav, the chicken was juicy and tasty. Service was great and they had a Valet service specificalky for this occasion. Definitely coming back because i still want to try their grilled octopus. Happy Eating!

Cool place. Nice staff. Full bar. Just bring friends who don't have motion sickness issues.read more

Place was absolutely gold. If you are going there King David will take great care of you. Wasn't…read moreexpecting such a great experience with the sim racing way better than expected.

The Saddle Room has a way of making a night out feel a little more special. The food is…read moreconsistently good, the drinks are fun without trying too hard, and the atmosphere strikes that rare balance between polished and relaxed. What really makes it stand out is the ambiance -- warm, inviting, and tailor-made for date night. It's the kind of place that may not shout for attention, but quietly delivers a very enjoyable experience.

Went there in a party of 3 last night for a special occasion celebration. It should be noted they…read morewere not busy, we only had one other table in our area that was occupied. The waiter was fine, just not overly helpful when asking about dishes and drink options. We ordered calamari as an app, which was a joke because it came with 5 pieces of calamari and the rest of the dish was filled with nonsense fried lemons and olives. We asked for bread, never got it. I ordered the seared ahi tuna and it was terrible, just a pile of sloppy rice with large chunks of egg and the tuna thrown on top. The waiter only came back once because someone else brought the food out, so where we likely would have ordered more drinks we did not. In all fairness my partner said the pork shank was incredible. Probably won't go back because at that price point we would expect better service and quality. The ambiance is beautiful and the restaurant is dark and lovely. It's a shame the quality and experience isn't the same as it once was.