Old World vs New World Wine Event Review!…read more I visited Binny Geneva for one of their recent wine events. The store itself is rather large but the event space is smaller. All of the tasting tables were featured in the event space which made it hard to hear staff talk about the wine. There were a total of 4 tables which was about half the amount as other events I've gone to. This meant that most people were done sampling at the one hour mark when the event was supposed to be two hours long. Wines ranged from $10-$30 with a couple around the $50 mark. The wines were good but nothing that blew me away. I wish the event sheet listed the wine in order as we were supposed to taste as well as list the region it was from. It would have been a lot easier to follow along! The food display was one of the better ones given for variety. Overall, it's always a fun time to try wines I wouldn't normally try! Tip: Attending the event gives you a 10% off coupon on any bottle featured.

Top quality selection and staff is helpful and courteous. I go here because sometimes staff at…read moreother stores can be hostile to younger patrons, not Binny's - they're so polite. Recently came here to get a bourbon, and came out with a Macallan since they had a vendor present showcasing a bottle I always wanted to try. Excellent value and always a great deal!

Had a horrible experience in here with the clerk not honoring a a marked price on a bottle of old…read morebardstown. Clearly marked 26.99 and was rang up 39.99. I didn't notice it rang up incorrectly until after I paid and the clerk refused to issue a refund or make a price adjustment. I'm fairly certain this is illegal in IL. It's too bad, I would almost always stop in here for a bottle when eating at one the nearby restaurants, but I won't be returning.

I have been going to Extra Value Wine & Spirits for over 10 years. Have found Mr. Patel and all the…read moreemployees always professional and courteous. Their selection of products are one of the best and they always make me feel welcome. It is a family orientated store that makes everyone feel very welcome. Richard S.

For a small neighborhood liquor store, the Liquormart carries an incredible variety of microbrews…read morein addition to the usual beers, wines and spirits. Their prices are just a tad above the supermarkets, but that is understandable. The owners and staff are very helpful and friendly and are always willing to find and order your favorite libation if they do not carry it. Yes, I could drive the extra mile and go to the big supermarket and save an extra couple of dollars, but this place gives you the friendliness and service only a small neighborhood business can provide.

Great variety of brews plus friendly and knowledgable employees!read more

Got some greats beers from this brewery in Algonquin. It probably is the best thing about this…read moretown, or, it's what people know most about it. Scorched Earth is one of the main hangouts on weekends. A good amount of beers to choose from. There's a pretty big variety on tap. Coming here early in the afternoon, and it was already busy. It's a brewery that's also family friendly. That means it's okay to bring kids, which is getting increasingly common for breweries it seems. A lot of interesting sounding ones on the list. It's about $7 a pint. Pretty okay for locally owned and produced. Best of the ones we had was the Wunderpilz, a German style pilsner that was light. It's got no food in here except $5 tubs of Von Hanson's Pretzels. Has more when food trucks are here. There's usually one on site. Has a pretty hidden location off Algonquin Road on Berg. It's closed Mondays and Tuesdays. There's food trucks on weekends.

Huge brewery with lots of space to dine in and a large party area. Lots of good beer to choose…read morefrom. Live music, music was good when I was there. Lots of cool decor to see. Good beer! Super friendly staff. Another recommendation if you are hitting up breweries in the area.

The atmosphere was really nice for a bar by the river, not many know how to make a great Irish mule…read moreBUT this lass(didn't get her name but she is beautiful) did! Will def go back if we are in town.

Pretty riverside location, outstanding service, really delicious bar food on steroids. Went on a…read morepleasant Thursday evening and was able to catch the last table outside. Tried two of their monthly food specials and both were delicious. A batch of perfectly grilled wings (with a garlic parmesan sauce), and the Tod Wilkinson burger, an Italian sausage/ground beef combo patty topped with delicious Italian beef named after the Steve Martin Character in My Blue Heaven, lol...yum freaking yum. For an appetizer had an order of their homemade chips topped with cheese, bacon and chives...outstanding. Stephanie, the sole waitress working the whole patio, didn't miss a beat and brought everything out perfectly timed and piping hot (or cold, their beer of courses...my Guinness). Will be back! A lovely hidden gem a long a quiet stretch of the Fox.

The owner and his wife are very friendly and knowledgeable about what they sell. The craft beer…read moreselection has probably quadrupled over the last year. Lots of three Floyds bombers, and a generally well thought out variety from pale ales to stouts. That doesn't even include the awesome wine selection. Not too expansive, but well chosen. Keep it up guys.

2nd time here in 2.5 years. We were in the Geneva area and decided to visit St Charles, too. Things…read moreare a little different now (in a good way!). They expanded and added a covered, outdoor patio. The indoor dining area is expanded slightly to have more seating. I ordered the wake and bake pineapple express. The beer was good. It was sour, but still had that beer taste. It wasn't overly sour. I didn't try any food. The bartender was friendly and hustling the whole time we were there. You should stop by. It's an interesting concept being attached to a gas station.

Conveniently located on Lincoln highway without that feeling of being off a loud busy road. The…read morepatio was open so we could enjoy the beautiful weather with the awning and umbrellas giving plenty of shade. Five stars for the beer selection! I had a flight with sours, a Mexican ale & a blonde ale - all were delicious & smooth. The food comes from their partner Urban Counter. Husband had the Maxwell St Polish - really good with caramelized onions. The onion rings were nearly perfect with a light crisp beer batter. Not great menu options for a vegan, I went with the southwest salad. It was okay. I'm sure it would be better for anyone able to have the dressing. Adding meat was also an option. Overall worth the stop & will probably be back to enjoy the beers & patio.

I visited this location as a customer looking to purchase something however I also needed to use…read morethe restroom and the employee would not allow me to use the restroom regardless if I was making a purchase or not . Treated very unkindly ​​​

This is my go to place for kegs and for really great whiskey. I just got a call that my keg of…read moreHeineken that I ordered six days ago is ready for pick up. Their choice of really great whiskey is amazing. They introduced me to whiskies I've never heard of. They really know their stuff and take fantastic care of their customers

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.