KELLY the bartender is one of a kind!!!! She comes around and greets everyone each and Everytime I…read morehave been there!!! she's an absolute sweetheart! It's a great place to just kick back and forget about your troubles Donna

Jim-may, my man! Nice place ya got here buddy…read more I was seeking a bar that was roughly halfway between Oak Park & Orland Park (meeting someone, heh heh), and I happened to stumble upon this über-divey treasure. Miller Lite was the only beer they had on tap, but you could get a bucket of it for like a nickel. Hyperbole? Maybe. A 60oz pitcher of the classic domestic swill cost only $5, which is pretty damn tough to beat if you ask me. Liz behind the bar was super friendly and introduced herself not long after I sat down. Once my +1 arrived, Liz was nice enough to make a bag of popcorn that she gave us to munch on. Talk about being given a warm reception! They don't accept Discover and have a $10 minimum on credit card purchases, but for a small operation like this it's to be expected, so I can't fault them for that. Some of the barstools are a teensy bit ripped-up, although in a dive bar setting like this, I find that they truly 'complete the look'. Great homey feel and a jukebox loaded with tons of tunes for 50¢ or a dollar per song. They've got billiards tables and a few slot machines that I imagine get a lot of play from their 'regulars'. They also feature Karaoke on select nights of the week. There's a very tasteful piece of nude art behind the bar, which I'm told is a painted portrait of someone who works there. Being a big fan of all things naked people, I found this to be a nice touch amidst the cans of Old Style and half-empty Smirnoff bottles. ....and unless I'm mistaken, I definitely met/talked to/received free shots from *the* Jimmy of said namesake bar. His taste in Huey Lewis & The News (along with his great taste in hats) didn't go unnoticed. He was hilarious and insisted that I stick around for a while [keep in mind this was at 11pm on a Wednesday], but I had to decline. Lyons is generally off my radar, but for the way I was greeted and taken care of at this establishment, I'd not hesitate for a second to stop back in, if I were to be in the area again.

This place is so rad!!! It's our first time here, and they just gave us a little tour of their…read moreawesome event venues. Its has a super chill laid back vibe and you can tell that just about anyone can come in and enjoy themselves. Their drinks are on point, and the bartender Kristyn has some of the best customer service I've had in Chicago. 10/10, would highly recommend

Nice place. Bartender's, meh. Love the layout, bands, pool tables, game room! Bartender's seem to…read moreignore ya if you ain't a regular. But still a place to go.

I absolutely recommend this place. I have eaten there time and time again, even bringing others to…read moreIrish Times to explore their amazingly delicious Irish cuisines. The ambience totally fits into the entire Irish pub feel. The entrees are generous portions and the presentation of the food seems to be like you are having a meal at someone's home and they break out the good China. You don't have to be Irish to appreciate this place. It's good for anyone wanting to enjoy the experience.

At a tavern where dinners delight, And the service is always…read morejust right, The restroom's a fright, A grimy old sight, But the drinks make it well worth the night.

Stopped in for a drink while staying at a nearby hotel. This is definitely a dive bar full of…read moreregulars but by the end of the night, we all left as friends. We didn't try any food but we heard a lot of great things, so that's our goal next visit. Being able to pick the music was great and they had a TV on as well. The prices were so cheap that we felt bad by the end of the night. Lots of nearby street parking also made it easy on a cold night.

Great food and nice people! Fun place to go for lunch or grab a beer. Live music on weekends.read more

Very loud. And in a group of 7 guys the only black guy was…read moregiven a plastic cup while the rest of us white guys were given our drinks in glass glasses. What's up with that?

The best bar ever the Cleanest Bar u have ever seen and Bette and ken are good owner Very very…read moregood ppl I highly recommend this bar to anyone

We visited JC's Pub yesterday, and it had been quite a while since our last visit. After this…read moreexperience, we regretted waiting so long to return. The restaurant has a classic old-school Italian supper club vibe. The staff is very friendly, and the owner, Joe, is almost always there greeting guests with a warm smile and a handshake, which adds a nice personal touch. We sat at the bar and were immediately acknowledged by Gia, who has served us before and always provides great service. She took our drink order and returned shortly afterward to take our food order. My wife ordered a 9" thin crust pizza topped with cheese, sausage, tomatoes, green peppers, and mushrooms. She said it was one of the best pizzas she has ever had. The crust was thin and crispy without being overcooked, and all of the toppings were fresh and flavorful. I started with the fried smelt appetizer. The lightly battered smelts were cooked to a perfect golden brown. The light breading allowed the flavor of the fish to really come through, and the house tartar sauce complemented them nicely. For my entrée, I ordered the corned beef and cabbage dinner special, which is available throughout the month of March. The dinner includes Parker House rolls (which could be a meal in themselves) and a choice of soup or salad. I chose the tomato bisque. The soup was creamy with a rich tomato flavor and small pieces of tomato throughout. It was easily the best tomato bisque I have ever had. The corned beef arrived nicely trimmed and had a great, hearty beef flavor without being dry. It was served with a cabbage wedge and sliced carrots. I appreciated that the vegetables remained slightly firm while still absorbing the flavor from the corned beef. I also requested a side of creamy horseradish sauce, which paired perfectly with the dish. Overall, we had a truly great experience and are already looking forward to our next visit.

Always a wonderful time. Food is amazing and have extra for next day! Maribeth is a joy and always…read moresmiling. Great conversation with her every time! Quite romantic setting.

The best and only place for live music in Brookfield! Support live music and a great local business!read more

Brookfield has a few bars. It only has a couple that are any good. Pub 78 is one of these. Just a…read morequick walk away from the train station, making this a nice pit stop for a few drinks and some basic bar food. The prices are pretty good and you get a lot. Along the way back I felt like stopping at a local bar. It was a good choice. This is a pretty chill place. Has a pretty spacious interior. There's a few slots and plenty of TVs. Prices are good. They always have a few specials. Domestic beers were on special that night. It was $3 a bottle, and they had some other specials. Food is about what you expect. There's burgers, and shareables like the Pretzel. It's $8 for a big ass. The bread soaks up alcohol, so you can hang out here longer and knock back a few more. Good local hangout with better than expected food. It's a nice place if getting back from the zoo and looking for cheaper alternatives to the food they have. The beer is the main thing but try some food including those big ass pretzels.

Service was spot on and the server was friendly and attentive. Started with the homemade fried…read morepickle appetizer which was very good, not greasy and made in "clean" oil. Sandwiches were the single smashed cheesie and the tenderizer. Both were served hot and with the seasoned fries which were also very good. This is a nice place to stop in for a quick lunch - beers and food are reasonably priced. The toilet in the women's bathroom is loose - be careful. Cleanliness is pretty good, although they could hit the corners and baseboards a little bit better

I give this is 4 stars overall, but 5 for the Garfield Ridge area, as there just aren't a whole lot…read moreof nicer sit down spots in the area. Not to say it's fancy or anything, but it's a very good newer option for Archer Avenue, with lots of food and drink options. I imagine it's the same menu as the other Cheesie's locations. I got the Melt sandwich, it tasted on par with the food from the North side location. Service was pretty fast, and they have a good amount of seating options. Again, nothing crazy, but it's just good to see Garfield Ridge get a nicer option like this, as a lot of the bars just have drinks and no food, or are just food places. I have friends who live down here, so they often go out on Archer for bdays or events, so I'm glad to see this as a new option, and would definitely vote to stop here for any future events in the area.

This is a great tradesman's bar. I come here after work and the staff is great. Love this place and…read morekeep coming back.