6 month update: if I had to distill this place down to a word it would be consistency. They always…read moredeliver the same great customer service, the same clean and inviting dining room, and the same amazing fresh pizza. They have such a huge menu with so much to try and explore from sandwiches to wings to pasta dishes and even home made desserts, but the pizza is a staple and some of best NY and Detroit style I've ever had anywhere. Let alone in Illinois. I come here at least 2x a week and I'm always left more than satisfied. It's no wonder they've been voted the best in the area for almost a decade now. Dave Portnoy should venture out and leave a review. I think he'd approve.

Love this place!!delicious pizza I enjoyed it thr cracker thin is nice and tasty. I liked the…read moreDetroit style as well it was nice fluffy and flavorful. the sauce is def homemade not from a can. For a friday night it was definitely hopping and busy. I'll be back again soon and I signed up for the rewards.

Uncle Jerry's is such a unique spot--it shares its location with a deli, which just adds to the…read morecharm. It has that true mom-and-pop, local favorite feel that makes you want to keep coming back. Being located right in downtown Cary gives it even more character. The deep dish pizza is fantastic, with a really interesting twist of hot honey that takes it to another level. It's different in the best way. If you're planning to dine in, make sure you give yourself plenty of time. The line for a table can get long, but the staff works incredibly hard to seat everyone as quickly as possible. If you're in more of a rush, I'd definitely recommend carryout--it's absolutely worth the wait either way. A true local gem.

What's better than good pizza? Pizza made with fresh in-house ingredients and top tier service!…read moreFrom the dough to the meats, Uncle Jerry's ingredients are all fresh and made in house, they even have a butcher shop in the restaurant. As a first time diner, I wasn't sure what to expect but I was delighted to be introduced to a new, local, and fresher version of Lou Manati's. While not a local to Cary, IL it was definitely worth the almost 1 hour drive. To top it off, their staff was friendly, attentive, and created an authentic family vibe for you to dine with kids, friends, or family!

We checked out The Dead End on a recommendation for their pizza, and it absolutely lived up to the…read morehype--the pizza was incredible! The place has that pure small-town bar/tavern feel, which makes it really stand out. Everyone was super friendly, and it just had a welcoming, laid-back vibe from the moment we walked in. Seating is a bit limited, but they do their best to get you a spot as quickly as possible. While you're waiting, the drinks are solid and the beer is ice cold--so it's an easy place to hang out. And don't skip dessert--they make a homemade cheesecake that is amazing. We tried the key lime pie version, and it was the perfect flavor to end the night. If you're looking for great pizza and a true local tavern experience, this place is definitely worth checking out

So this bar is great. Good food... especially pizza! The service is excellent. Lana the bartender…read moreis great! It's a small local bar. Cool vibe. Lots of boaters in the summer. Give it a try. It won't suck.

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

The hidden tap is a great local bar thats in a quiet neighborhood. It's fun and frequented by…read morelocals. The bartenders and staff are always friendly and the have some fun events going on a regular basis. From bingo, To other special parties it's alway good times at the Hidden Tao. Keep an eye out for DJ Dave's special events - 80s night, Pajamas party and other fun themed night that some folks get dressed up for including myself! If your a little hungry - their pizza is so dam good. It's a 12" pizza with great crust. It's fantastic! Week days are nice and chill so you can enjoy some Good laugh with a comfortable and clean pub. The hidden tap lives up to its name .... but the fact that it used to be a speakeasy brings an element of history that makes their drinks taste just little better for some reason.

Great pizza and fantastic wings, better than rosatis. I was pleasently surprised…read more Consider changing the name.

The food is usually right and tasty! One star off - I ordered the sausage sandwich which has…read moresausage grilled onions. It has an option to remove the onions, add mustard. I only chose add mustard yet I barely got any and I had zero grilled onions. Disappointing.

Their pizza is always a fan favorite. We had ordered 6 large pizzas for a bday party and it showed…read moreup perfectly on time and piping hot. It will continue to be our go-to for our get togethers.

Ordered a Greek salad with extra chicken and it was a lot of lettuce and very little of everything…read moreelse. Disappointed

A great family joint, especially in the summertime with the back lawn and pergola. Enjoying the…read morefree live music this summer.

What a great Valentine's Day dinner. This was our 50th Valentine's Day together. I wanted it to…read morebe special. We've been to Kelsey's lots of times and have always enjoyed their basement holiday and event themes. I thought I had reserved a table in the ever popular basement, but it turns out that on this busy Valentine's Day I accidentally requested a regular table upstairs. But to me, on special occasions, only the basement will do. I asked what, if anything, was available in the basement. The hostess responded that all they had available was a table in this awkward little room. So she took us downstairs just past the bottom of the staircase. It turns out to be this secluded little private alcove just before you enter the bar area. It was the absolute best. And the food, steak frites and patty melt, was very very good. If you go, request Ed & Mary's Awkward Room in the basement!

Had a great experience here! The food was delicious and looked amazing when it came out. Our server…read morewas very friendly and attentive, which made the meal even better. I'd definitely recommend this restaurant and will be back!

Went here after my mom and her friend raved about it and I was in town wanting Italian. We sat in…read morethe bar so that we could order off the happy hour menu. We ordered the bruschetta and charcuterie board off the happy hour. The charcuterie board was just a meat & cheese board- it was good but don't except something grand. The bruschetta was delicious, some of the best. I love that the toast is thin so you can taste the tomatoes and cheese more. For main entrees my mom got the chicken parmigiana with rigatoni noodles and I got the lobster ravioli with no spinach. I loved the lobster ravioli and will go back just for this dish. I was not a fan of the chicken parm.

We had the Buffalo Cauliflower and Trojan fries. Hands down the best buffalo cauliflower I have had…read moreever! Fries were loaded with topping and full of flavor. Next time we'll venture out to try the Mac or fries with your choice toppings.

RACIST establishment. Do NOT go if you have any respect or compassion for your fellow neighbors…read more How can I give zero stars for discrimination? I'll try to be short, but want to give a true account of the events. Yesterday I came from the city via Metra late afternoon with another friend to visit a dear friend that moved to Cary a few years ago. Cary is far & we rarely see one another. Needless to say, we were super excited to for this mini-reunion & for our friend to show us a slice of Cary. It was not the best planning being St Paddy's weekend but so be it. We specifically looked for a place we could easily talk & catch up. We started w/ one chocolate martini at Cucina Rustica and chatted OVER an HOUR. Little did we know, we should have stayed there. Next stop, Cary RACIST Ale House. The back area lounge was nearly empty & we were assured it was open (not booked for any events). The waitress, at the start aggressively asked a bunch of questions. I first thought her line of questioning was bizarre so I ignored her while trying to figure out what to order. She asked how we got there, who was driving & specifically said she didn't feel comfortable in serving me. WTF?!?!? My friend politely answered her questions and when she left, we all agreed the waitress's behavior was odd & laughed it off. We refused to have her ruin our evening. To our SHOCK the waitress would NOT serve me?! Only me! Was I disruptive? NO! Was I being violent or doing something illegal? NO! Did I come in stumbling? NO! Was I slumped over passed out? NO! This was crazy! Check your security cameras if you don't believe! Was this a bad twilight zone episode? Was someone going to tell us this was all a joke? I was speechless. We asked her why. She said it was a management decision. What?! Interesting since no one came to talk to us aside from her. We asked her to explain, to get some understanding. You will NOT believe what she said....she said it was my eyes. I looked at my two white friends & asked if something was wrong with my eyes? No, nothing is wrong. WOW, she basically said my Asian eyes were an issue. Falsely claiming I was drunk and couldn't be served because she didn't like Asian-looking eyes?!?! I was stone cold sober ***hole! We were all completely sober & flabbergasted! Completely disgusted, we left. I thought about brushing this aside but I wouldn't want anyone else to be treated that way. I will not allow them to humiliate me. This was supposed to be a happy occasion, and it was spoiled by a bigoted, small-minded person. I don't know how these people can live with themselves.

We had my daughters wedding party recently at Galati's with about 100 attendees…read more We ordered the highest tier in both food and bar drink packages. We had both bars open with a DJ present. They allowed complete customization. The appetizers were perfect for happy hour before dinner which by choice looked over the bar with TV's during the baseball game. Dinner was set up perfectly with salad, great bread, specifically chosen wine on the tables. Then for food pastas, meat choices of chicken, sausages and meatballs with full desert. They even went to the extra effort of making multiple special meals for our gluten free friends. The staff, waitresses,,bartenders were friendly and courteous. Ownership was present to oversee and verify everything was going great. Between the high tier food, drinks, special service the entire cost was almost 1/2 of similar pricing from some of the banquet halls. Do not overlook this option! Making my daughter this happy can be challenging. Thankyou Vince and all your great staff for a special night! Jerry E

We stopped in on a Thursday night and had a solid experience overall. It was pretty quiet in the…read morebar area, which made for a relaxed atmosphere, and a good spot to unwind. We sat at the bar and service was a little on the slower side, but nothing that took away from the night. I had the beef sandwich, and my wife went with the burger...both were really good. They also have a Thursday burger special for $10, which is a great deal and definitely worth checking out. The draft beer is always cold, and they've got a strong case for one of the best sports bar setups in McHenry County....plenty of TVs and a great place to catch a game. Overall, it's a dependable go-to spot whether you're meeting up with a big group, hanging out with friends, or just can't decide where to go for dinner. A nice, easy choice with something for everyone.