Old Munich Tavern is a solid go-to for late-night food. The menu is mostly pub food and sandwiches,…read morebut it's a step above average bar fare. Everything we tried was good, satisfying, and exactly what you want late at night. The turkey club stood out--real turkey, not processed deli meat, which feels surprisingly rare these days. Overall, we liked the food and would especially recommend ordering takeout if you're craving dependable, higher-quality pub food after hours. Unfortunately, not having been in person, there is not much that we can say about the ambiance or staff, though they do accommodate substitutions on takeout, which is an indicator of good service.

Context is key here. Is it a fixture of Lake County from decades ago…read more I'm going to write this based on what it is which is a relic dive bar/unique establishment. Service is friendly if not sparse. Prices are reasonable. Food is great. They have a fantastic selection of what I think are to be the best beers. The atmosphere is friendly and serviceable. There is no pretentiousness here.. Definitely worth a visit with a few friends and stay for a few beers and try the food. Not a place to dress up and go to, but don't miss this place.

Don't be deceived. Yes it's a bowling alley. I would stop here again. My boys loved the pizza and…read morecheese curds. My wife and I split the birdie wrap with fries. My 7 and 5 year old gobbled up their food. Tony was excellent. Service was all-star quality.

Go see Tony at the bar. He was like an octopus doing everything. Serving , bar tending, dishes, &…read morebest of all his energy & personality were so welcoming & fun. The food was tasty too. We ordered chips , salsa, guacamole, chili. Wings, & a wrap. The chips & chili were homemade. We will be going back. Bonus it is in a bowling alley. Great new goto spot for us.

I went with a friend to check out Kilcoyne's Friday night fish fry. They offer an all-you-can-eat…read morecod dinner for $17.75 or lake perch for $27. So ... cod it was! The cod was tasty and came with mixed veggies, coleslaw and a choice of fries, tater tots or red potatoes. I chose the potatoes and really enjoyed them. We arrived at 4:30 and snagged the last table in the very small dining area. The bar was pretty full, too. As we ate, a line began to form at the door for people waiting for tables. We probably would have stayed longer and eaten a little more fish if not for the number of people standing basically right behind us waiting to eat. All-you-can-eat is a great offer, but with only a handful of tables inside, it's probably not the best business strategy. And honestly, the plate had a good amount of food on it, so we didn't *need* more anyway. Kilcoyne's is tiny and has a better menu than I'd expect for what seems like a dive bar. I'd try the fish fry again, or maybe something else from the menu. However, I would not be willing to stand in the crowded doorway waiting for a table.

Yum perch fuss fry, the batter is sublime comes out piping hot. Red skin potatoes crispy on one…read moreside with a bit of garlic accompanied by steamed broccoli and cauliflower . Served with a sweet bun whipped butter and a tart coleslaw. The batter is wonderful, better than tempura . I asked the bartender perch or cod, hands down he ordered perch. It's wonderful. I can't get enough of that batter. That's all you can eat. I just ordered one platter and my boyfriend who hardly eats kept eating off my plate, but they're still plenty for two people with only one portion. I have to come back when I'm off on Fridays. It's really good neighborhood local bar if you like fried perch come here on Friday.

Stopped at a Route 66 diner in Pontiac, IL for lunch, The Log Cabin. It was established in 1926…read moreand they are celebrating their 100th anniversary in May 2026. The Yelp reviews were mostly five stars, and it was touted to be a locals' favorite, so we decided to give it a try. We both chose the patty melt with a cup of vegetable soup. The soup sounded like an excellent choice on this cold cloudy day. The food, the service and the ambience were all wonderful. We finished off the meal sharing a slice of hot peach pie with vanilla bean ice cream. It was all fantastic.

Sports bar with good Polish food and the vibe of a tiki bar mixed with a pirate bar with multiple…read morebocce alleys out back. This place is a little slice of heaven. Established (as the wall told me) in 1936, I expected "Polish" to be in menu alone...and I was wrong. The gal behind the bar had an accent. Halfway through the Bears game, I started hearing folks concerning and cheering in Polish. I felt like I had slipped into a cool little club to which I would never have otherwise been invited. Loud (but not too loud) and boisterous. I read some other reviews talking about rude regulars: rubbish. Chicago is loud and direct. If you don't like that vibe, the shoulders in this city may just be a little too broad for you. The pierogi and the pyzy were great, both served with sour cream. The beers, while not draft, had a wide, Euro-leaning selection but still respected some local favorites (Old Style). Good food. Good folks. Confusingly brilliant ambiance. You're missing out if you skip The Log Cabin.

This morning we celebrated my daughter's Baby Sprinkle. It was a coffee themed brunch at Harp and…read moreFiddle. The event manager Monika was incredible from the start to the end. She was detailed in helping me plan a perfect brunch. Her communication was always kind and helpful. The other amazing staff: Benito and Anya helped make it perfect. The food was out of this world. Every detail and moment was special. I have never celebrated an event anywhere with so much attention, care and just perfect service! We left there feeling so grateful. I can't say enough about how perfect it all was. Thank you to all the people at Harp and Fiddle.

Quite crowded on a Friday night! Huge menu, and despite it being an Irish pub it's not all typical…read morepub fare (tacos, anyone?) Trying to get the check was a challenge because staff was just running all over the place.

Everyone there was very friendly and accommodating. Even thought it was St. Patricks Day and…read moreextremely busy the atmosphere remained very friendly. Our waiter was very attentive and informative. My grandson is gluten free and he loved the GF bun on his hamburger.He also was enthralled by the bagpipes! Will definitely come again!

I've been coming here now for six years and wanted to add an updated review. This place continues…read moreto be super consistent with its amazing fish and chips. As well as the amazing beers on tap. No matter what time I come here while it is usually during off hours, they are so friendly and hospitable and very quick on the service so absolutely no complaints This is truly a great neighborhood jam, and very lucky that it is in the downtown area as well. There is parking that is free. Just be sure to be on the lookout. I wish I was never so full from the entrées and appetizers that I could actually get to Dear one of these days so maybe that will be a future review.

We stopped in on a Friday night before seeing a show at Marriott Lincolnshire which is very close…read more We had a reservation but really didn't need it as they have dining room,bar and patio seating. Service was just average as they were training a few new staff members which was somewhat confusing. They offer a Happy Hour from 3-6 so we took advantage of a few beer specials and appetizers. They have a nice beer menu . I tried a few of their lagers which were pretty good . The cheese curds were very good. I tried their Award Winning wings which are smoked and then flash fried . I was able to get half of them with Mango Habanero and half with Sweet and Spicy . I asked for more of the Sweet and Spicy sauce and was surprised they charged me extra! My wife had the Half Day Chopped Salad which was good but loaded with Pepperoni and way too much dressing. Suggestion..order the dressing on the side! They do charge a 3% credit card surcharge. For some good beers and a casual Brewpub experience,give Half Day a visit.

I had very mixed feelings about this place. It was conveniently located near Marriott Lincolnshire…read morewhere we were seeing a musical later that evening. We arrived for happy hour. There were four in our party and I had made reservations but it was pretty empty for a Friday night. Beer selection was good as expected. The decor is typical of a brewery. Our waiter was training someone new so the service was slow and lacking continuity. Had to ask three times for a glass for the Nutrl drink. Not many gluten free options so I ordered the Half Day Chopped Salad. It was drowned in dressing and there were more than a dozen pepperocini which is ridiculous even though I like them I don't want a half a jar! My friend ordered the happy hour one topping pizza and was told that no she couldn't have the margarita pizza but only sausage or pepperoni even though the margarita is cheaper on the regular menu. It looked like terribly cheap sausage. My other friend was really happy with the vegan panini and it looked really good. My husband loves wings saucy so he asked for a bit on the side. Be aware that it is an extra charge. He has had an upset stomach ever since he ate them. Seems like the smoked wings were not cooked long enough? Also they automatically charge a 3% surcharge to the bill. Next time we will choose another restaurant when in this area as one good out of three dishes is not very good.

I've been a fan of the savory pies for years but was able to try the breakfast version. The crust…read moreis actually the perfect vehicle for a breakfast sandwich. All that was missing was maybe a packet of hot sauce. The take away Steak n Ale pies hit just like always. Great service as well.

I recently went in and asked about the wait time for a table for two. They asked me if I had signed…read moreup to be part of the waitlist, after I said no, she explained that I had to scan the QR code to get placed in waitlist and the waitlist is currently 45 minutes. I scanned the QR code and went to the bathroom. As I walked back there, I noticed there were 4 open spots at the bar and there were 6 2-top tables set up, which was confusing because there was a 45 minutes wait. Walking back from the bathroom I thought I would ask the bartender if the seating at the bar was also reserved by through the waitlist. I walked up ( did not attempt to sit down as that part of the bar was not clean) and the bartender started rudely saying "have you spoken to the host " I said yes but I had a question, and she continuously said " you have to speak to the host." I told her that I just had a question for her then she rudely said again "sometimes we use this as seating so-rry." My partner and I decided to leave after that. I had never been treated that way in my life. I open my mouth to say something and I couldn't because I was rudely interrupted. I felt like I was hurried out of the area. After being here countless times before and exploring the menu with friends and family, I don't think I will ever come back as this left a bad taste in my mouth. It's hard to go back when you feel you were discriminated against. My partner and I felt like we were that night as the attitudes and behaviors from the bartender and hostess were rude.

Dined at Fuller House on Sunday. The Bears game was on super loud. Luckily they sat us upstairs…read morewhere it wasn't as loud. The atmosphere was fun! I had the All American Burger - hold the cheese. This is, IMO, the best burger in the western suburbs. Flavorful, great quality meat, seasoned and cooked to perfection. Homemade chips were excellent. Coleslaw was meh. Hubs had the turkey burger which was huge and very tasty. Pretty extensive and fairly priced draft beer menu. Service was attentive. There is an option on-line to join a waitlist. We had no wait for a table - inside was pretty crowded.

Really cool place on a really charming street in downtown Hinsdale. We really enjoyed our evening…read moreout at Fuller last night. I think the service was also good. Our waitress checked on us numerous times and kept things going. The food is where I have to say, this place was OK. There are a lot of vegetarian options, so that is a great start for me and my crew. Pizza, black bean burgers, etc. I think the nachos were pretty decent. One main ingredient I'd say they were missing was beans, guac, or even salsa. I guess we could have asked for some, but we didn't. Then we had a hummus platter, which came with a bunch of dipping veggies and some pita bread. Nicely presented, and the hummus was fine. The margarita pizza was decent as well. Crispy and all. And finally, the black bean burger, which we substituted in for the El Diablo burger. It was fine. We didn't leave any room for dessert as all of the above was already a LOT. Again, overall fun times.