Try not to go here on Wednesday Friday or Saturday when Ashley is working she makes up random…read moreprices for the the drinks she serves pending on how nice you are to her . That being said I used to frequent this bar for 10+ years when I got sober I used to go hang out with friends there and she charged me $1.50 on top of what the non-alcoholic beer cost . So that means she's intentionally and knowingly overcharging the designated driver ​ that's trying to stay sober and​ and driving our friends around so they don't have to pay for an Uber ...​

Such a fun place. Moved to the area recently and wanted to check it out. Small inside, big heart…read moreforsure. Everyone was so nice and welcoming. I came by myself and left with new friends! It's exactly what it is, a dive. Cheap drinks, cold beer, great bartender. And they have karaoke! It was such a fun time! Can't wait to be back! Oh, and bring a sharpie! Sign the wall!

This is the quintessential dive bar. Not the d-bag scene if downtown Naperville, and not the…read moreridiculous prices. A chill crowd with multiple quality pool tables and a juke box. No food, byo. Cassano's next door had pretty good pizza. Fantastic bartenders.

I love this bar soooo much! As a newbie to the neighborhood they have welcomed me and made me feel…read morevery safe. So thankful for the local bar vibe! The drinks. The vibes. The music. Bestie and I play darts every TIME!

Had cheap drinks at this bar in Elgin. It seems like a good place to watch games. The Dive Bar…read morecertainly has an appropriate name. Actually it's better than it sounds because it's clean. There's fun things including a pool table. Even with the name of it we still think it's a pretty cool bar. It's one of the few not fancy looking places in this part of the city. There's a few parts of it with their own atmosphere and gatherings. Basically it has a couple entrances. One is where they have the pool table. It's about $5 to get a basic cocktail. We got something with whiskey. Main bar area is in the middle. The other entrance goes to another seating area full of tables. Here is where to go if not sitting at the bar. They sometimes have events such as live music. Good bar that's better than many think it would be. It's located on Highland at Grove. They're open late including both weekdays and weekends.

1st time visit. Karaoke was great. Drinks were cheap.... Could use appetizer menu. Servi4 was…read moregood.... It gets a Lil hectic after 10. I'm definitely coming back for another shot.

10/10 5 STARS CHICAGO WHITE SOX Bar in Wheaton it's divey,…read moreof course they have slots Illinois gaming since I've moved it Arizona is cray cray to me LOL. They make good drinks no food served but it's a great time! All bartenders are amazing! It's cold in the summer and hot in the winter!!! Horseshoe bar and TouchTunes what more is needed

My wife has taken me here quite a few times. It has always been priced good and a lot of fun.read more

You walk in door and it's like walking into a classic dive bar it's dark even with it being during…read morethe day...but your greeted with a hello ...it's like time stood still with the feel of the late 70's looking around you see a pool table , Pinball Machine and a dart game... pure Americana at it's best....the doors open at 6 am which I thought was interesting

Great place. Nothing better then El Dino on a Sunday. Jello…read moreshots were delicious and crafted to perfection

THE USUAL SUSPECTS…read more This dive bar in Lisle is a haven for townies, which is certainly a vibe. Maple Ave Pub is, unsurprisingly, on Maple Ave just west of Route 53 in the western suburbs of Chicago. I'd estimate I've stopped here close to a dozen times, although a handful of those instances I neglected to check-in on Yelp for fear of my wife seeing it ("I thought you were coming straight home from work....") An older woman's been behind the counter seemingly every time, taking drink orders and making small talk. She's friendly--​moreso with the locals than with me--​and I'll occasionally get called 'hun', 'sweetie', etc, which is endearing. I got way better service from the hot tattooed barkeeps at Brauer House in Lombard, however. To be perfectly honest, I've never eaten anything here. The wings look like they might pass muster, though there's a few items that raise an eyebrow (clam chowder at a dive bar? thanks, I'll pass). Possum Pub in Melrose Park had surprisingly good food, and it was a major dive, so perhaps I ought to give the grub here a shot sometime. They have several pool tables, a Big Buck Hunter, Golden Tee, dart board, boxing machine, and pair of pinball machines; as of 6/19/24 they've got a Star Trek premium (Stern, 20​13) and JAWS (Stern, 2024). In the past they had Oktoberfest (American Pinball, ​2018), Fish Tales (Williams, 1992), and a stunning Circus Voltaire (Bally, 1997). Last week, the A/C wasn't working so this place was SWELTERING on one of the hottest days of the year. Normally I stick around for a couple pints and 2-3 games of pinball, but it was so toasty inside (worse than outside) I only played 1 game and skipped the beer completely. There were no fans on, either. * TL;DR * Dive bars are all well and good, but maybe it's time I found a new spot to hit up for a cheap domestic pint. Over the years I've gotten a handful of looks that can be described as quizzical at best, and dirty at worst. I've been ignored by the bartender numerous times--with cash in hand, mind you--while she's chatting away with regulars, as I'm standing there absolutely parched. I want to like Maple Ave Pub, but the feeling doesn't seem mutual. If it weren't for the pinball tables, I probably wouldn't return.

Old school, no frills--yes fun, un-corporate, low key place to hang with a friendly crowd and…read moretender--better than Cheers!. Old school, dark wood, good ole' bar with plenty of ways to entertain you. Decent selection on tap and in bottles as well as cocktails. Good bar food. Reasonable prices! Come as you are, no one cares. Bottom line: Very low key, decent bang for the buck on refreshments and food, low key crowd, lots of stuff to do.

Most places had a long wait time for a Saturday, and this one didn't, which was a nice surprise. We…read moredid wait a little to get helped at first and the host wasn't around, but once we were seated things picked up. For drinks, I tried the lychee mojito -- it was strong but had really good flavor and was enjoyable. For an appetizer, we got the pretzels. They had a nice garlic seasoning on them and were pretty filling. These were good. For mains, we ordered the Hangover Burger, tenders, and the Bulleit Bourbon Burger. Everything was really delicious. My fries just needed a tad bit of salt, but the burger itself was cooked well (I asked for medium). The flavors were good, and the honey running down actually worked well with everything. Our waiter was also really good and provided solid service. Overall, a great experience -- will be back.

Good bar food! Burgers were hearty and flavorful. When the burger was served, I was pleasantly…read moresurprised by the sheer size of the burger. They were massive! Fries were as expected, nothing special. The Spicy Tater Tot appetizer was great. Not Terribly spicy, but had a nice heat and kick to them. Seating was limited. There were only a few tables available that could accommodate more than 4 people. The staff were friendly, helpful and attentive.

best place to grab a drink and have a fun night. Naperville staple. Never lets you downread more

I like the Lantern. Sometimes. During the school year, it's completely overrun by college kids…read more Especially on Tues nights when it's karaoke night. But midday to early evenings, it's a good place to stop in for cheap cocktails and greasy food. Service is always great. Even when the place is slammed. They're hustling