After seeing the good reviews for Mott's we came from about a half hour away to eat here. On a Friday night there were just a handful of customers. We sat at the bar and got fast friendly service from Carrie, the bartender. Between three of us we ordered some curds, a couple burgers and the walleye fish fry. Food arrived pretty quick and it was excellent. Nothing fancy but piping hot and clearly cooked with care. Between the great service, awesome food and the overall dive bar nature of Mott's, we will definitely return. Five stars. read more

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Great place. Chicken wings were actually very good. Tried the hamburger, good as well. Homemade no frozen patty there. Fish fry was very good as well. Their fryer is great and gets a unique crisp on both the chicken wings and fish fry. Three different bartenders and they are all so sweet and welcoming . They are each there on different days. Just a cute, calm, neighborhood bar to catch a drink and some bar food. Clean place as well. Prices are reasonable and they run a special on something through out the week. Half off Wednesday wings, half off Thursday burgers and always a drink special going. Te locals seem to take pride in their years they have been coming. Congrats on the 101 years of operation, I find that impressive! Keep it going! read more

On Wednesday I had a exam that I totally bombed that morning and we decided to take a detour afterwards for lunch to Mott's. What caught our eye was how it gave a hidden gem vibes so we took a stop afterwards. I fell in love with the Jalapeño Poppers!!! So good!! And don't let me get started about the WINGS!! Way better than Bdubs or Wingstops. The quality was total perfection. When I schedule my exam again I will definitely come back for lunch here afterwards read more

Service was amazing. Kitchen was closed so didn't get to try any food. The bar stools are super uncomfortable.

I love this place. Hands down. Burger was outstanding. The place is spotless and only wish I lived closer because I'd live there. Haha. It really is a friendly, quality, establishment! read more

I went there this afternoon for their 100 year anniversary bash because I heard about it on WRMN 1410AM talk radio. I had a very good time, the people were friendly, the music was good, food was tasty, and the service was quick. read more

Fun neighborhood bar. Try a swamp water. The bar has been here for 100 years. Food is served as well though I haven't tried it. read more

Mott's Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Burlington, Illinois

Great great place to stop in for a very good and priced appropriately drink. Friendly staff and McKenzie is a great and pleasant bartender. We love stopping in here after dinner at Art and Alma. read more

Been going to Mott's for 50 of it's 100 years. Owners have changed within the family but Mott's continues to be a great local bar with exceptional food and always friendly bartenders. Swamp Water and Mott's burger are always a winner. Always 5 stars and well worth the stop. read more

Definitely a must stop for the 1st Sunday of the month for their Hair of the Dog brunch and Bloody Mary bar.

When you can take your son to a bar your dad took you to when you were a kid, you've got to be a fan! The place hasn't changed a bit from what I remember over 40 years ago, though at that time, Burlington didn't have a stop light and only one gas station. The best part is the old bowling machine my dad would give me quarters to play while he sat at the bar was still there! Kicked my kid's ass in 3 games! read more

Mott's Lounge - Small town culture at big city prices! - Lounges Near Me - Burlington, Illinois

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Mott's is interesting. Total townie bar, but super fun with a group. On a weekday during happy hour times, not that they have specials, I'm just using the time reference, it's basically men getting off work. On the weekends, it's fun for all. During a weekend day, bring a group to enjoy the space. The prices are decent, so is the selection. They have food, but I guess it's not during consistent hours, which is strange, call ahead if you want to eat. Also, they gave the usual five slot machines like most bars these. Finally, I've never been in the summer. They have sand volleyball courts out back. I imagine that could get nutty, it could be super fun to check out. read more

Friendly service. Great place to stop for a drink after work. Reasonable prices. You have to try their swamp water...so delicious! Nothing fancy. They have darts and a bowling machine and Pacman. There's a jukebox. In the summer, they have volleyball outside and some patio tables in the back as well. read more

Mott's Lounge - two mason jars filled with green liquid - Lounges Near Me - Burlington, Illinois

Stopped by for lunch and it was one of the best beef sandwiches I've had. Friendly fast service and at a reasonable price. Worth the stop. You won't be disappointed. read more

Karen is an absolute liar. I was there that night... "Katie" AKA the "country fried floozie" treated me the same as anyone else and she is an absolute sweetheart. The food is great and the prices are more than affordable. I HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone and everyone. Stop in for a great night and great company! read more

We had a great dinner tonight! frank cooking up fish fry and delivered curbside to our car hot and fast! Everything was delicious and so glad they are keeping the food coming! I need to try that swamp water sometime! Thanks everyone! I love supporting local small family business! read more

Very reasonable prices and kind bartender. They offered free pizza and to use fryers despite their kitchen not being open. Good energy here and nice people. Some strange people. I can't remember the last time someone asked me, "do you want to eat my left over gizzard?" This customer had good intentions by offering food to us; however, he did not understand the odd social dynamic that was formed. Additionally, we were told by regulars to yell the bartender's name to get their attention. This seemed rude considering it was our first time there, but seemed like the norm if you go there often. Overall, seems like a fun place to go to with a good crowd. read more

We did a country bar crawl and this place was our first stop! Bartender was awesome sorry forgot her name but 3pm on Saturday...bar was a classic round bar that was out of the oldin days! Met the 4th generation owner which hard to find these days and told us about the bar! She was so cool and even bought us a shot for 3 of us, so friendly! A piece of Americana for sure and I'll be back real soon! read more

Mott's Lounge - the front of the restaurant - Lounges Near Me - Burlington, Illinois

This is a great family owned local bar. The food is excellent and the service rocks!!!

I've been coming here for a few years. The beer is always cold and the swamp water is delicious, it's on tap now! The bartenders are awesome. It's a great small town bar! read more

The service was good. However, the Friday night fish fry was grossly over priced for the frozen fish cakes and extremely small sides portions. Spent $84 on dinner, beers, and tip for two people. This place is great for a few drinks but not for the Friday night fish fry. The fish at McDonald's is better. read more

This is about my review back in september of 2018. and the response to the owners idea of what happened. You are making this all my fault. Did the 2 men and i guess you could call her a women get anything for there actions?Why would jump in a car after i had been beaten to the ground and the ambulance came and the kane county sherrif?The bartender lied and said i was cut off....she never cut me off i sat their for an hour drinking water listening to music.I had no problem with anyone in the bar.Until 3 patrons of yours followed me out to the car.i was defending myself and i went to defense actions. I am still in touch with the kane county sheriffs office and our lawyers. Also i had to take 12xrays .and you assume its all my fault .there is no restraining order! Theres something i did sighn gladly that stated i was not allowed in Motts.I had no problem with anyone in Motts before this incident.THANK YOU ...HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY read more

Great place and great prices! Fantastic food by a wonderful cook, generous portions for the price and drink prices are very reasonable as well. Friendly staff and very nice atmosphere. Doesn't get any better than Mott's for a nice small town bar and restaurant! read more

A tiny townie bar in the middle of nowhere, Illinois. Crowded on busy nights with an awkward layout and a brusque patronage. Cheap drinks.

This is a great local small town bar. I live about a mile away and always stop in for a drink and some food. If you've never had it, order the swamp water. But be careful more than 3 will make you tipsy. The bartenders are attentive and food is great. They only make food mon-fri 5p-7p so make sure you get there in time. read more

Mott's is opened and is awesome. Great place for a Mott's burger and a beer! Well done!

This place is friendly with great Bloody Marys. Mostly bikers and car cruisers in here on weekends. Usually a lot of bikes and old cars out front. I think they serve food most days except Sundays maybe... read more