Fitz's is a nice, chill neighborhood Irish pub.  This little section of Elmhurst (which I don't…read moreknow well) also looks attractive for foodies and the surrounding area is calm and inviting and with easy free street parking.  My old colleague and I had a long overdue face-to-face catchup session (thanks to Covid) on a relatively quiet Monday evening, and this place worked out well for us.  I would say if it got crowded (and it started getting there at one point), it can get overly boisterous here as you might expect of a popular Irish pub.  The draft beer selection and food is decent.  My colleague had their Monday special - a broasted chicken dinner for $9.50 and he enjoyed it.  I went with my reliable pub burger-beer dinner combo and I had their Fitz burger with tator tots for $11.95.  This 1/2 pound burger, which I had done medium, had a thin layer of corned beef, swiss cheese, and thousand island dressing and I really liked it as well as the generous side of tator tots.  I also had the following draft pints, each a very reasonable $6: - Boddingtons Pub Ale (4.7% ABV) - Guinness Draught Stout (4.2% ABV) - Surly Furious IPA (6.7% ABV) Note that their printed menu might be out-of-date as it showed the Fitz burger at $10.95, but I also knew from online perusal that it showed as $11.95 which is what I was eventually charged.  So it was no surprise and no biggie either, but just a heads-up and the menu also does say prices are subject to change without notice.  Our server Sophie was friendly and attentive and actually on her first shift at the pub, and she did a great job for us.  I'll go with 4 stars, and I wouldn't hesitate to return.  There were 16 drafts on tap, and if they had a more extensive and diverse beer selection (and this is not a complaint), I might then consider a 5 star rating for Fitz's.  Otherwise, nice pub, and thanks for making it a delightful pub outing for us!

Front of house staff was friendly and attentive. Food was just Meh. Ordered the patty melt medium…read more- it arrived very well done. And there's no way that was a half pound patty. Three and a half stars...current Yelp average of 3.7 seems about right. Fine place if you want drinks while watching a game. You can certainly find better food around here.

Always friendly. Always great service. Always great bartenders. Love this local watering hole!read more

Nice local watering hole, friendly bartender, long bar with TVs, and outdoor patio. Proper poured…read moreGuinness.

This bar is great. I would likely classify it as a locals bar or a dive bar, which is one thing I…read morelove about it. Everyone I have met here has been super friendly, and the place always seems to have a decent crowd. The beer selection is pretty good for a dive bar, and if they don't have it you can usually request it (just make sure if you request it, that you come back for it... lol). I have never had to wait for a beer here, as the bartenders are great! (Sandy on Tuesdays does an exceptional job!) They have everything you can ask for in "bar sports"... 4 pool tables, dart board, golden tee, video gaming, an internet jukebox and TVs everywhere. The pool tables here are free, but may be difficult to get on in the evening depending on if there is league play going on. (Bring your A game.) I do have to say that the owner does a great job running this place and making his patrons happy. He can be seen here often and is very friendly. He organizes various events, from game day giveaways to chili cook-offs. If you're in the area and looking for a cool spot to stop in for a drink, I would definitely stop in and check it out... you'll most likely be back!

Sundown is a smaller bar with a local crowd. I went on Wednesday night for bingo. There is no…read morecharge to play and they have really good prizes. And you get more than one prize if you win. The bar area does get packed. They do not serve food but I saw someone have a pizza delivered there. There is also a Mexican restaurant next door. Friendly service and a fun vibe.

Wow! What a great joint! The aroma of buttered popcorn greets you as you enter. Killing time before…read morehair date with Dana, Kathy the bartender was warm and welcoming, offering a plethora of drink options... going on the cheap with $2 MGD in chilled glass. Needless to say, I will return. And... Friday night there are complimentary appetizers!!

Be aware this is NOT a trendy bar, club, or sports bar. It's a quiet "mom & pop shop" owned and…read moreoperated by a husband and wife. They are the only two on staff. If you're looking for a chill "hole in the wall" to go for drinks after work, this is the place to go. You don't have to deal with the creepy drunk people, the A-holes like you see at the clubs in the city, or the crazy sports fans. Busy for them is like 20-30 people. Some people here think the husband is cranky. But I'll tell you from personal experience with him, he is a man who values respect. If you're respectful of him, he'll be a great person to chat with. If you're not, don't expect him to kiss your a**. Every time I go in, I can expect to have a random 2 hour conversation with him; it's awesome! The wife is super nice, though I've only met her once. When I'm looking for a quiet place to relax with a few friends after a long day at work, this is the place I go. The prices are reasonable. They don't serve food (other than popcorn). They have a digital jukebox on the wall, and a row of several digital slot machines and three TVs that are all tuned to the same channel. You can request they change the channel but it changes it for all the TVs. This place is not everyone's cup o Java but if you like chill bars, and locally owned businesses, try it out! I absolutely recommend this place!

A bud suggested Barb's Sunday breakfast. I rarely drink, so I usually don't go to a bar for…read morebreakfast. I just had to try one of Steph's signature bloody mary. They add some A-1 sauce and a shot of Guinness. Nice to see they add horseradish too. I went with the Grand Slam. It's a 2x2x2x2 with their Cinnamon Crunchy French Toast. There's only a half dozen items on the menu, but you can mix and match what ever suits you. It's a great game day destination and be prepared to get there early. The regulars fill up the bar stools pretty quick and there's only a few tables near the bathrooms. They offer half off pizzas during Bears game and also with a Yelp check-in. I want to try their biscuits and gravy on my next visit. Very reasonably priced too. Just $4 for the bloody and most of their breakfasts are just $7, the skillet is $8.

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

Such a hidden gem in Addison, Il…read more Came here to celebrate a birthday. We ordered pizza and appetizers. The waitress was super friendly. Came again on a different occasion and played bags and darts. Ordered the fish sandwich, delicious. Waitress was super nice to our party of ladies. There was a group of men that came to play bags next to us. They were respectful and kept to themselves. I love that it's family friendly but it's a place you can come and have food with friends as well. The place is huge inside! Lots of parking too. Love it.

On my 4th visit to Pyramids I wore the same outfit I had on the three previous visits. A black tank…read moretop tucked into white linen shorts, secured by a brown leather belt that matched my brown leather shoes. This time however was to be different. A security guard pulled me aside and told me no, actually, I wasn't allowed to be wearing this here. When I asked to speak to the manager, he concurred. Not acceptable. There was a certain irony in the manager's delivery of this judgment while his own nipples were protruding, obscene, through his too-thin pink shirt. At about 270lbs (and not carrying it well), his shirt was the only thin thing about him. Hopefully when Pyramids reforms their dress code, they'll start by making him wear a bra. Until this place spends more time cleaning their filthy bathrooms instead of worrying about my arms, I won't be returning. One star.

Simply put, this bar is by far and away the best bar I've ever entered…read more 8 ball the karaoke king, is literally a walking legend, people come from all over just to see his magic. He always entertains and you will be so impressed with his amazing showmanship. He should have his own TV show, he is the definition of entertainment. The crowd/atmosphere is really what sells this place. I always walk away from Bracht's just a little more enlightened. People here might not be changing the world, but they are making it a little more fun & entertaining. The drinks are top notch, poured to absolute perfection, you know when you walk into Bracht's you have a bartender that cares. Their food is to die for, their late night pizza is just a little taste of heaven. All in all, if you walk into Bracht's on a Friday night, come Saturday morning you will feel like a king! Highly Recommended!

Checked out this longtime favorite sports bar in Bartlett. It may not look like much from outside…read more Bracht's Place has enough room for crowds when there's a game or another event. Mostly people want to get wasted while they watch it. The food isn't that bad either just the basic stuff. Bigger than it looks after going in. It's got a bar area in the middle and plenty of tables for groups or parties. There's also a few pool tables. A few menus around here listing all the daily specials and everything. It's about $7 for a basic mixer. Whiskey and whatever. Food menu is pretty meaty so we had limited choices. Thankfully they actually have something. It's about $11 for the Beyond Burger. This was okay but could have had more choices of toppings. For sure we could watch a game here. It's pretty lame looking from the outside so ignore the looks. This is located on Prospect at Wilmington.

Apparently I'm an "iced vanilla latte with oat milk" person now. I don't know when this happened,…read moreand I'm not particularly proud of how pretentious that sentence sounds, but here we are. And unfortunately for my dignity, Common Good makes it ridiculously good. Smooth, not overly sweet, and good enough that I'm never going back to pretending I just want regular coffee. Then there's the old-fashioned donut. Holy heck. Crispy edges, soft inside, and flipping phenomenal. I don't know who they're getting their donuts from these days, but whoever is responsible deserves continued employment and possibly dental coverage. The ambience at 7 a.m. is also kind of fantastic. It's basically me, the barista, and whoever is standing across the street waiting for the train. Quiet, relaxed, and just enough civilization outside the window to remind you that other people have places to be while you sit there eating a donut. Next assignment: come back in the afternoon and investigate the cocktails. I take these reviews very seriously. It would be irresponsible journalism to base my findings solely on breakfast without conducting a thorough investigation of the cocktail menu. I didn't choose this responsibility, but I intend to see it through.

We've been here multiple times before and they definitely sell some of the most unique drinks in…read morethe Chicago suburbs. I love that their menu changes so often each season with so many different drinks to try and they are all super inventive. I also love that they sometimes put fun little items on the drinks, such as a page from a book, a temporary tattoo, or a piece of candy. This time, they had their spring 2026 menu. I looked at their Instagram page before coming and decided exactly what I wanted. It's so fun how they write a little story to go along with each cocktail and the thought process behind it. It definitely makes the drinks feel more personal and special. We started off with the Rose Tico Conundrum (very sweet and came with a little piece of raspberry candy) and Pepe Silvia's Pickle Party Plot (really delicious, was surprised by this one). Next we tried the speciality API month drink called Gratitude in Bloom (tasted very gingery and lemony, almost like a healthy tea drink) and the Springtime Thought Crime (very strong with a hint of cherry). There isn't much seating so it's not great for huge groups but I think there is a patio. It's a pretty casual spot and great for just hanging out. The music is loud but the vibe is fun. The bartenders and servers are always amazing and super attentive. They do not serve their own food, but I think they have a food truck sometimes that you can order from and they'll bring it to you. I could be wrong about that, but the people next to us had tacos brought to them on paper plates, which looked delicious.