We visited Sidetrax on Christmas Eve and had a bite to eat. This was our first time in…read more I had some sort of shaved steak/Italian beef sandwich. It was pretty good. For a beverage, I went with vodka tonics, and they were good. Service was good as well. Our bartender/server apparently relocated from Sully's, which is now closed. Good vibe at Sidetrax, and though they closed around 5:00 on Christmas Eve we were able to get some food in our bellies and have some drinks in a comfortable atmosphere.

If you went to Sully's back in the day, you'll be happy to know the owners are still rocking it…read morewith Sidetrax (downtown Galesburg) and Trax Northside (Monmouth). This was extremely comforting to find after hearing their restaurant on Henderson closed in '22. While I loved Sully's, the distance from campus made it a must to designate a driver or coordinate rides. The proximity to Knox makes Sidetrax and easy choice for college students looking for a solid meal, watch a game with a yeasty beverage, or night out. You'll also find many of the same menu items and some new ones! I'm eager to try some cheese curds and revisit the Sully's Reuben. If you like craft beer, there's a small fridge to the right of the bar that has several cans eager to be sampled. I recognize those visiting the 'burg may belittle Sidetrax to an average sports bar serving typical pub selections. While l can understand some of the quick takes and average reviews from Yelpers, I think it a bit dismissive. There's a reason the Bernardi brothers have over 20 successful years delivering what the people want. |TO BE CLEAR:| As a Knox student, I learned to eat wings at Sully's and the flavor profile of their buffalo sauce and honey mustard dressing (always got a side salad to make myself feel better) are *pure nostalgia*. I've traveled the nation sampling popular wing establishments from every corner of the 48 continuous--a self proclaimed wing aficionado on Yelp--but it all comes back to Sully's wings. "Mild, wild, screamers, nitro" were a regular mantra amongst my friend and I'm happy to say Sidetrax version do not disappoint!

For the last two weeks, I've been working from IC. I go to a coffee shop in the morning, and…read moreDeadwood Tavern in the afternoon. Draft beers are $5 (cash only). Internet is reliable. outlets by many of the booths. Music is not so loud you can't make a phone call in the afternoon. Bartenders and servers I've encountered are all good folks, didn't even mention my stuffy attire in the anything-but-stuffy bar. I appreciated them all. This is my new afternoon office away from the office in Iowa City.

Best bar staff in town and the coolest regulars of any bar I've ever been to. A great townie dive.read more

Always wanted to come here after hearing all the stories of my parents and the fun they had there…read morein the 80s. Finally went and it was awesome!!! Dive bar heaven.

Great little local bar! Friendly people. No one's a stranger. Been going there for nearly 40 years!read more

Good food and good people. Very comfortable and roomy dining area. Definitely will be back for that…read moreshrimp salad again.

The food here is incredible ! Highly recommend whether it's during the week for lunch. Or on the…read moreweekend , the food and service is great! The ambience/vibe makes it a must stop every time I come through town!!

Nice local bar with great selection and service at the bar. Pool tables and darts. No food…read moreservice. You can bring something in from anywhere else to eat if you like

This is an awesome bar. Regardless of what Google says this is not a "gay" bar......this is a bar…read morewhere everyone is welcome no matter the creed. I've been coming here since I was 21 and for an in town bar this is my go to! Tina, Kelsey, Eva, and everyone else is excellent. It's quiet and calm and a well rounded bar. Come pay em a visit !!

The atmosphere is great. The bartenders are very friendly and the service is very good. The food…read moretruck is very good. I highly recommend going there.

Only been once and never got service. Even had an employee come and wipe off our table who never…read morebothered to tell us we needed to go to the bar to order. Inside is small, quaint. I know it's a local favorite, but I doubt I'll ever go back.

Excellent "mom and pop, Knox Alumni" beer and shot establishment! Friendliest service, very, very…read moreclean, and seasonally decorated for keeping one's spirits up during the festive holiday season. Loved the "old school" shelled peanuts! So, so miss bars like this! Don't pass up something as simplistic as Duffy's; for they may not have one's Dirty Martini, but they do have clean lines for a great tasting cold tap brew! Great choice for our 3rd stop on our Galesburg extravaganza!

This place does not have a kitchen. It looks like a great dive bar to hang out in with a group of…read morefriends.

hidden gem...Unassuming on the outside but charmful inside. Open for business plus food service on…read moreMonday so big bonus. Very clean and welcoming staff..kristy the bartender a big standout. There for happy hour and prices can't be beat plus the food was a big surprise..every one, even my picky wife, left singing the praises of Bottoms Up (get the Nachos).

Stumbled upon this bar by chance during a business trip. Honestly, best time I have had in a while…read more The patrons are great fun when it comes to competitive sports. Patty the owner is awesome!! She made sure that we (my friend and I) being out of town were able to make it back to our hotel and had food in our belly's. Joel the bartender was great as well! He was on top of serving our drinks and very social. I'll definitely back, next time I'm in town!!