mikey and ian make the best beer i've ever had. ian doesn't have hair on his head but his beard is…read moresecond to none. mikey, who previously held the coveted "worst food server in Barrington" award has shown improvement after winning the "Best Beer Server in Barrington" award. the atmosphere of this place makes patrons feel welcome and appreciated. mikey spins the best vinyl and ian blends the best saisons. i've met some of my best friends in this establishment. Barrington has a reputation for being a suburb full of pricks, but this place is where the real Barrington folk come to kick it. before i forget, the absolute best part of this brewery is Shef, that dude is the realest around. mikey and ian do a decent enough job of holding the fort down, but Shef brings this place to life. there's so much to see at sundial, grab a bite in the mall and mosey on down to my fav place to grab a beer.

Great beer and great vibes. Ryan did a good job of poring beer the correct way. And one of the best…read moreplaces in Chicagoland for pilsners and lagers.

Gonna do five stars just because I've been coming here since it was Hal's Place, and the DJ was…read moregreat. 4/29/22 Not so impressed as everyone else who has reviewed. When I asked to order a pizza I was told immediately that's gonna be a long long wait. I was willing to wait but felt like I was imposing

Great prices! The atmosphere is relaxing. This is the cleanest bar I've ever been to. The bar…read morestools are so comfortable.

We had an intimate seven-course meal at Noe for NYE, and it was truly exceptional. With only about…read more11 guests, the evening felt personal, progressive, and more like a culinary experience than a traditional dinner. Chef Robert Gadsby came out for almost every course alongside his team, thoughtfully explaining each dish and every nuance behind it. At the beginning of the evening, he introduced his entire team and their roles, which immediately set a warm and welcoming tone. Throughout the night, he checked in at just the right moments to make sure everyone was happy and comfortable. The team took time to ask about preferences, dislikes, and allergies so the menu could be crafted accordingly. For guests enjoying alternate dishes, those plates were explained with the same care and attention, ensuring everyone felt equally considered. Their service is impeccable. Every course was beautifully executed, creative, and memorable. We were all lucky to be there. This was a true city-like, fine dining experience in the heart of the northwest suburbs...a special place with an incredible team, chef, and atmosphere. We fully expect it won't be easy to get in anytime soon, and we can't wait to see what Chef Robert Gadsby and his team continue to do.

This is a tough one to review because it's unlike any other restaurant I've ever encountered…read more To tell you anything would ruin the surprise. (So maybe stop reading.) Let me just start with there is no menu. You talk with the Chef individually and then it unfolds. Totally novel. I've been a few times now and thoroughly enjoyed it. Nothing is pre-prepared so it takes a little longer than other restaurants. I prefer a late night Parisian style of unfolding movable feasts. This suits my style, but it may not work for everybody. (But "everybody" also eats dogfood at McDonald's. So who cares?) The chef's pedigree is quite remarkable. He's cooked throughout the universe and how he ended up in Barrington is yet another story. Let me know what YOU think.

Grabbed a bite here before Jack O'Lantern World. I chose Consume for the smash burger crave I'm in…read moreright now and I wasn't disappointed! Also the Paloma made with Corazon Tequila. I've found a new tequila too! Atmosphere was nice, definitely warm and friendly. Our server Grant, if he didn't have the answer to our questions he definitely was timely in getting back to us. Thank you Grant! We shall be back to shop for some spirits.

Had the fried chicken sandwich, it was overcooked and really tough. My family had some mac & cheese…read moreaswell and it was lukewarm and runny. The grilled cheese was good. Shirley Temple was watered down and mediocre. Steak was pretty good. Overpriced and sad place. Dark ambience and gloomy and sad. Service was nice, the food was just bad for how much it cost.

I drove almost an hour from Chicago to visit and it was absolutely worth the drive! I expected to…read moreenjoy the beer but the food ended up being the biggest surprise. I tried a beer flight along with several dishes, including the Detroit-style pie, tavern-style pie, chicken sandwich with hand-cut fries, wings and spinach artichoke dip. Everything was good, but the pies and those hand-cut fries were the standouts for me. The fries were seriously some of the best I've had at a restaurant.....thick, crispy, and clearly made fresh. The space itself is large but still feels cozy, with plenty of seating, a lounge area, board games, and a laid-back atmosphere that works for both adults and families. I also loved being able to see into the area where they brew their beer on-site. Between the food, house-brewed beer, and relaxed atmosphere, this is definitely a place I'd make the drive back to.

Such a cute brewery tucked into a busy plaza. Good pizza options and good beer…read more Its busy and seating might be hard to find, but it's lively and you can tell locals enjoy it. Couch and some games towards the back.

A surprise find. Walked in expecting nothing. Mallory was working and was great. Friendly, full of…read moreknowledge, and a musician. She made our experience Great. Solid gins and bourbons. The small batch was exceptional. Very cool back room.

We came in for the tour on a Sunday and it turned out to be a private tour with Amanda. The tour…read morewas more of a conversation and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Amanda's energy and passion was outstanding. The tour was about 45 minutes and includes a tasting flight. Since I do not drink bourbon, they allowed my to substitute a drink. There were so many options that I was interested in trying, but after discussing what I like with Amanda, she suggested the Lavender Haze. The lavender syrup is made in house and was sweet, with a floral taste . The drink was excellent. They have open mic nights and live music. They are expanding into the adjacent space in the next few months. It was interesting to hear all of the logistics involved in moving equipment into the new space. We will be back !

Classic sports bar, great set up w the TVs and super clean- this spot is a winner! Easy to park and…read morea full bar when we stopped on a Wed afternoon for lunch. Friendly bartender, big menu. I had the brisket grilled cheese and was hungry when it arrived, but I could only eat half! The fries are spectacular (crinkle cut) and the brisket was delicious! Jr had the steak melt and same thing happened to him - starving when we arrived he only ate 1/2 and was stuffed! Friendly place, funny to see the Greek influence..

We were on the hunt to find a place to watch the Bears game... we happened to be in the area so we…read moredecided to check another Rookie's off our list. It was loud and crowded but the service was awesome and the food was great, as usual. I had the soup of the day... it was the last of it (and they said it was "too thick".... not in my book, it was perfect) so they gave me two bowls, on the house. It was great too.

What a nice time. We met friends at the Wild Onion - haven't been there is probably 20 years or…read moremore. It looks very much the same - there is a bar in front with stools around the bar and high top tables. The restaurant is in the back. They have a nice menu with lots of variety and some gluten-free options. Our server came by the table right away to take our drink orders. I ordered a vodka martini - what the bartender made was something called a French martini - I sent it back and they brought me what I'd originally ordered. It was very good. I read through many of the reviews before ordering. My usual at a place like this is a hamburger. But the reviews were very mixed so I decided I would try the Bourbon Chicken Sandwich with tater tots. My partner had a Reuben made with turkey (a Rachel - not on the menu) and sweet potato fries. My Bourbon Chicken was really good. In fact, I recommend it. The Rachel was also very good. The sweet potato fries were outstanding. The tots were okay. It's very rustic in the dining room, which fits very well with their menu. It's also very large. The service was outstanding. And, it was pretty quiet in the dining room so the five of us could have good conversations without having to yell.

I love Wild Onion! They have an awesome cream soda mule that's so delish!! Food here is really…read moregood, great options on the menu. Great atmosphere to meet up with friends, also have room for larger private venues... indoor or outdoors. Staff here is always friendly!! Great place all around!

What a cute little indoor historical mall, featuring a few different types of boutique shops. From…read moreshoe stores, to gadgets, to fabrics, to books and more. We ventured through the mall and enjoying supporting a few local vendors. It was so fun seeing some of the unique artwork throughout the place as well. The vendors are all super nice and love supporting one another which made for an incredible time hopping around.

Neat for historic purposes and to get a few fun photos, but not what many people are looking for…read morewhen it comes to a mall experience. This definitely skews towards an unusual collection of shops that sell specialized items and antiques. There are also options for salon, spa, personal, travel, and educational services in addition to the shopping. With that said, this is worth a visit just to see the botique mall set in an old ice house. Chessie's in a railroad dining car built by Pullman is quite interesting as well as the original Barrington Train Station exterior that it was built on. The mall itself has a very unique look to it that is something rare to see and experience -- even if you are just walking through the common areas.

We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Chicago Culinary Kitchen! Everything we ordered was…read morespectacular: the half brisket, steakhouse burger, truffle fries, mac and cheese with Hot Cheetos, and tamale. The food was full of flavor, beautifully done, and reasonably priced for the quality. The atmosphere is cool and unique, too, and Operations Manager Jay made the visit even better. He was awesome--friendly, welcoming, and a real credit to the restaurant. We loved everything and can't wait to come back!

Our church recently partnered with Chicago Culinary Kitchen for a catered event, and we could not…read morebe more pleased with the experience. The food arrived fresh, well prepared, and was delicious! Jay, whose service was outstanding, was attentive, professional, organized, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. He was extremely helpful in the delivery process ensuring that our food arrived on time! The quality was exceptional, and we look forward to ordering from Chicago Culinary Kitchen for many years forward. We highly recommend catering from them if you need to feed a large group of people!