I was honestly pleasantly surprised by Elgin Public House. The food tasted very, very…read moregood--definitely exceeded my expectations. Everything was flavorful and well put together, and it made for a great dining experience in the moment. The atmosphere was also nice, and overall it felt like a solid spot to grab a meal. The only downside was that the food ended up making my stomach hurt afterward, which took away from the experience a bit. Still, based on taste alone, it was impressive, and I'd consider going back while maybe trying something different next time.

Elgin Public House is the kind of neighborhood spot that seems to have a little bit of everything…read more-- and somehow makes it work. The menu is broad without feeling unfocused, offering enough variety to satisfy just about anyone at the table. The beer selection is massive, the atmosphere is lively and fun, and the service keeps pace with the energy of the room. It's an easy place to gather, settle in, and stay longer than you originally planned.

A cabin style bar that serves local beers as well as wines and whiskeys. The beer selection rotates…read moremonthly. They have a covered patio plus our door seating. Food is BYO. They are a 21+ establishment except on Family Sundays. Check their website site for details. It's a nice setting to enjoy a beer or two but I wish they had food options and entertainment more option.

This place had been on my list to try for awhile…read more Cute cabin interior and plenty of outdoor seating. Definitely have to visit when the weather is nice. Cozy outdoor almost campsite environment. They have some short trails behind the building. (We did the one, under half a mile) Such a great concept. They have a decent amount of beer, cocktail, and non alcoholic options. Service was friendly. Definitely a great spot in the Elgin area.

The best club in Elgin. A great place to watch games, have a snack, enjoy commaraderie or have a…read morecigar on the patio.

I've been a member since 2007, it's a great local place to have a couple drinks, food and hang out…read morewith friends

Came here on a Friday night. It's a pretty chill, casual spot with couches to sit and kind of has a…read morelate 2000s vibe. The bartender and server who greeted us was really friendly and let us sit in the "VIP" section, which is a raised area near the back with more sofas. The couches in the general area were all filled. There's a bar and a few high tops by the bar as well. They have a huge selection of martinis with decent prices. I'd love to come back to try more, especially the dessert ones. They also have live music on Friday nights, and luckily we got there just in time before they started. Tonight was a jazz band and they were great!

Came here with some friends after eating at El Patio down the street, great Mexican food there by…read morethe way. After we ate, we decided to try the Martini room.it definitely has a cool bar and vibe. Tons of places to sit and sip. Our waiter was very attentive and came around just in time as I was finishing my drink each time, I tried about 4 Martinis which I know is a lot. I heard they have a special during the week too so definitely check them out. I tried a the strawberry shortcake/cheesecake which I did enjoy. The banana foster wasn't exactly what I expected a little artificial. The starburst and jolly rancher martinis were good. Overall a great place to stop by for drinks in downtown Elgin!

Grumpy Goat Tavern is a hidden gem. The first time we went there, my husband and I were seated in…read morethe dining room. Although the view of the golf course was phenomenal, it felt old, worn out. Since the food was exceptional, we gave Grumpy Goat another try and went on a Thursday. This time we sat in the bar. The atmosphere was so much better. The views were the same as the dining room. The best part was that there was live music. About once a month, my husband and I go on a Thursday for dinner and the music. In the warmer weather, the music is on the terrace. We usually have the artichoke dip appetizer. I get the chicken saltimbocca, my husband gets the Jambalaya, and our daughters get the Lobster Mac and Cheese. One of our daughters and I get the Vina do Campo Ribeiro white wine, the other daughter drinks the lemon martini, and my husband gets a beer from their extensive list. I highly recommend this restaurant!

We came on a Tuesday with my family of 6 to celebrate a life event. There was no wait and most…read moretables were open- we were sat next to the kitchen door. We were given disposable plastic cups for our water, and plastic cups for our soda (every other table had glass cups), which were never refilled. The food was good, nothing notable, but hot and prompt. The service and environment were poor. The walls and doors were visibly dirty. Our server rarely checked on our table. When we asked about the disposal cups, we were told that is normal for a party our size. Such a bummer of an experience for a special night for our family, and very unexpected for a restaurant that cost $25+ minimum per person.

Thank you Anthony for always serving our drinks with a smile on your face. You are smooth in your…read morepresentation and delivery. Always a smile is on your face. You make ALL feel acknowledged and welcome.

Millie's is a Chicago neighborhood bar in South Elgin, just a very comfortable setting to get…read moretogether with friends and watch sports! Kelly is a great bartender, she circulates the bar regularly to make sure everyone is doing good with drinks and she gives great Hi-5's!!!

We loved this place! A very pleasant surprise! Looks sketchy from the outside but is clean, fresh,…read moreand nice on the inside. Several screens but not loud. Most screens showed a variety of sports, but some were thankfully other subjects like funny videos, etc. Food and service were top notch and IMHO whoever is running this place knows what they're doing. We will abs be back!

Walnut Speakeasy has the foundation of a solid neighborhood bar -- the food is decent, the drinks…read moreare fairly priced, and the concept itself has some appeal. On paper, it feels like the kind of place that should work well for a casual night out. Unfortunately, the atmosphere is weighed down by the tone set behind the scenes. Interactions from management toward staff came across as unnecessarily harsh and uncomfortable, which noticeably affected the experience. Combined with a nighttime crowd that can occasionally feel a bit rough around the edges, it becomes harder to fully enjoy what otherwise could have been a much stronger spot.

I keep coming back for the Detroit style pizza. It is really good! Also good, the salads,…read morepotstickers, mozzarella sticks, burgers, fries, wings and pretzel bites. Their sauces and dressings seem to be homemade and all really tasty! It is just sometimes service isn't so good. Sometimes the food is meh. The beef sandwich was dry, the chicken fingers overcooked and Cuban sandwich ok. I just wish they were more consistent. I joined the rewards program and have taken advantage of that. They also have lunch and happy hour specials.

YAY you have Kegan now! He's a great bartender! Got the pizza again, so good. The fries are so…read moredifferent and really GOOD! Never change them. Loved the cocktails. Have Kegan take over the cocktails, he comes up with some really good ones! Will be back!