Grabbed drinks here with a couple friends while roaming around Geneva. Overall, this place is…read morejust... fine. What I liked about it was the games they have on hand to keep you entertained: NES Classic (Duck Hunt!) and darts were enjoyed throughly by us! The downside: the bartender, during our visit, was less than pleasant. And I couldn't figure out what his deal was because I went to the bar once and ordered two rounds: one (beers) for us and a second (shots?) for a friend and her friends at the end of the bar - a serendipitous meeting then and there! His mentality was one of treating me as if I'd never been to a bar before and "testing" me on my beverage orders. It was quite odd. Nonetheless, we had a good time but will probably hesitate on a return visit.

Bad Alice absolutely lives up to the hype. The vibe is the perfect mix of cool, cozy, and a little…read moremischievous in the best way. But what really makes this place shine are the bartenders -- Mariah and Robbie. Mariah is an absolute gem: warm, welcoming, and somehow always remembers exactly what you like. She's quick, creative, and makes you feel like a regular even on your first visit. Robbie is just as fantastic -- funny, attentive, and clearly knows his craft. His cocktails are spot-on every time, and he brings an energy that makes the whole bar feel alive. Between the great drinks, great atmosphere, and two of the best bartenders around, Bad Alice is the kind of place you walk into for one drink and end up staying for three. Can't recommend it enough!

I'm sure they're in season and perfect. One thing you do not want to be in between of is a man and…read morehis award winning beef

Cozy, romantic, quaint vibe on a cold winter night - The Alchemist is great spot. We came here…read moreafter some shopping in the area and were looking for some drinks before dinner. We were tucked away in a corner table and felt cozy. Interesting drinks, cocktails are unique, their small bites were a little limited but the cocktails were good.

It's a great hit for downtown St. Charles! The beer wall is one of a kind, with plenty of variety…read moreespecially for craft beer fans. Tons of fun games to choose from for a date night which is what we did, but I want to bring my family & kids back as well. Service was fast and good, I'd recommend to anyone looking for a night out

This place is perfect for families who want a little adult time while still letting the kids have a…read moreblast. It's smaller than some other arcade type spots, which actually makes it easier to keep an eye on your kids while you relax with a cocktail or two. Plus, they even have times when gameplay is half off, always a win!

Had an amazing date night here. Cocktails were great--loved the old fashioned. The salmon…read morebruschetta and birria egg rolls were out of this world. Crab cake sandwich was second only to one I had when I lived in Maryland. Dessert cocktails were a great night cap! The Tira-Miss-you and s'mores espresso martini were a great end of the night. The server was so kind and willing to give solid recommendations. The food came quickly and was great. 10/10. We can't wait to go back

Loved our recent dining experience here! The restaurant is a little small so make your reservations…read moreif possible. So many cocktail options and seasonal ones as well! We came around the holidays so they had Christmas shots and festive cocktail options on top of their staple ones. We started with the duck poutine which was so good - almost a meal in itself. Highly recommend. We were pretty full after the poutine that we settled for the birra grilled cheese which was so good as well, added truffle fries which were excellent as well. Everything was good - drinks, food, service. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

I was so excited to try this place but it didn't meet the mark for me. I don't recommend you come…read morehere if you 1. Don't eat pork and 2. Don't drink alcohol. I was disappointed that their beans have pork and they couldn't substitute for non-pork. Since the beans are in many menu items it really limited what I could eat. We got the corn ribs, flautas and burrito. The corn ribs were good and the flautas were okay. I really disliked the burrito because it had whole broccolini which made it impossible to take a bite. I felt like I was constantly pulled veggies out of the burrito rather than being able to take an actual bite. For drinks, I got a virgin Paloma was which just as pricey as an alcohol drink and had so much ice I finish it in 3 sips. It's a cool space but wasn't for me.

Stopped in with my mom for a bite and a drink while visiting Geneva. The space is lovely, and since…read morewe arrived early, it wasn't too busy. We initially tried to dine at Tia Carmen's downstairs, but the wait was too long--so we headed upstairs to Revolución instead. We were among the first guests. The service was friendly, though not particularly attentive. Our server didn't check in often, and we had to wait quite a while for water--thankfully, the busser eventually stepped in and kept our glasses full. The food was tasty overall. We weren't fans of the chips served with the guacamole; they were more like plain tortillas--dry and lacking salt. That said, the rest of the meal was enjoyable. My suggestion to management: even when it's slow, make sure tables have water and guests are checked on regularly. A little extra attentiveness would go a long way in improving the experience.

Had a great time! Loved the decor so much!! The pinballs and video games were really fun. The…read moredrinks were delicious, they have a great beer menu. Service was fine!

Saw some pics online of this place after searching for bars in downtown St. Charles to check out…read moreand figured it looked pretty interesting. We came during a slower time because we ate dinner early but it picked up later on. The beers on tap were pretty good and the owners and bartender were very personable. The prices were reasonable too. It's really chill and we enjoyed playing bags on the patio in the back. Love the artwork, funky decor, pinball machines, darts, etc. My fav was the "garage beer fridge" behind the bar. The vibes here are great! Would definitely recommend and go back.

A nice spot to grab a drink on a nice weather day - the outdoor patio is fantastic!…read more The fellas and I grabbed a round of brews here while roaming around downtown Geneva and we had zero complaints. It was really nice out so, naturally, we were at the outdoor bar/patio. What a delightful space: open, airy, ample seating, great staff. The biggest bummer is navigating inside for the bathroom but everything else is top notch. We're fans and will return again!

I'd love to share my full experience at Preservation but alas, there isn't much in the way of food…read moreor drink I can report on. The service however, is a different story. My friend and I arrived around 7:15pm this evening, Tuesday night, a weekday. We were greeted by a hostess in a full winter jacket and completely empty front room. She gave us the option to sit in said empty room or to follow her back to a "cozy heated area." We couldn't decide so we asked her to choose, and she led us down a long, narrow hallway to the back. There were three parties total in the indoor patio--us, another table of 2 and a large party of 8. Their outdoor patio was open, and with a view of it from the cozy room. The outdoor patio was festive with holiday lights, heaters and perhaps 3 people sitting at the bar. Many employees bustled back and forth through the door linking our two spaces. Our waitress brought us two glasses of water and food menus, pointed out the QR code menu on our table and walked away. That was our ONLY interaction with her. We proceeded to then sit for 15 minutes, watching our waitress, along with 3 other employees walk back and forth, attentively serving the large party, cleaning up a recently vacated back booth, chatting with one another and even saw another employee take a moment to vape inside near the POS system. We were ignored. No eye contact, no smile, no acknowledgment. It's as if we were not even there. For a slow Tuesday night, with ample staff, this was unacceptable. It grew so uncomfortable that we gathered our jackets and began to walk out. As we made our way back down the long hallway, the hostess, carrying a tray of waters, thanked us for coming in. Clearly there is a lack of awareness--or attention to detail. In what world would we have been able to order drinks, eat and pay our bill in less than 30 minutes since you seated us? But Finally! Someone noticed us. Too bad it was too little too late. We walked a block down to a different restaurant, and had an amazing time, spending more time & money than originally anticipated at that establishment, as a direct result of the poor hospitality and lack of service received at Preservation. Their loss was the Alchemist's gain.

If you're looking for a local pub, that has very good food, and serves Malort, has a bunch of TVs…read morewith a bunch of different sports, I would recommend the Dam bar. The bartenders are friendly, very easy on the eyes, and are simply downright excellent people. Now let's be realistic. If you're looking for a fillet mignon. This is not the place. But if you're looking for good burgers, good sweet potato fries, an excellent Reuben, a monster salad, and a chicken quesadilla that's loaded, and a crazy loaded jalapeño thing, this place is for you. If you're looking for Michelin level cuisine and waitresses that scrape the table cloths during your meal...yeah, no. I've seen a few of the comments talking about individual situations, and I can say if you're looking to be a jerk, then you'll probably be treated like a jerk, then please don't come back and the rest of us will be quite happy not to observe your drama. I would put the Dam bar in the top 5 of all bars in Kane County. And the number #1 pub in Geneva. And we have a lot of good pubs in Geneva too. If you're looking for a casual place to watch the game, then the Dam bar is highly recommended. Thank you for reading my feedback.

If you want a dive bar with solid wings then Dam Bar is where you want to go!…read more Some friends and I grabbed a bite while bouncing around between bars one day. Not only were we hungry but thirsty too. We found the right spot! Sure, it's divey. But I happen to love places like this! They end up having the best personality and the best food. Both held true - the wings were delicious and the cold beer was served by a kind waitress. We'll be back...

The. Best. Bar. I love this place so much!!! Thank god a cool and not-sketchy dive exists out here…read more Incredible music, friendly crowd, best bar crew in town. Can't say enough good things about House.

On our first night in St. Charles for the Jazz Fest, we headed into The House Pub to hear a great…read morehorn player. Frank Capalano was the reason we went in, but the cool vibe kept us there for a few hours. The vintage building looked great on the outside. The big brick building looked like there was some history behind those doors. We walked into a dark room with two levels, a big bar flanking one side of the room and a stage with a dancefloor. I could tell people have fun here. We snagged a small table and listened to the 4-piece band while sipping on an ice-cold beer. The bartender Chris was fantastic. He got busy but never forgot us. There was a popcorn machine which was great, but I was hoping for a meal or at least an appetizer, since I had just gotten off work. It does have the word PUB in it's name. Oh well, the music kept us too busy all night to think about food. The place seems as though it has gotten a facelift. It looks restored not renovated. Everything was super clean, which is always a good thing. I really enjoyed my night at The House Pub and would definitely stop in again the next time I am in town.

If you're doing anything with a train (commute, train crawl, just waiting) this is a good soot to…read moregrab a drink. Naturally, it's not the best for quiet - it's ON the tracks - but it's part of the station so you know you won't miss your ride! That's just what some friends and I did, grabbed a drink after hopping off the train. It's nit much to look at, being a pretty utilitarian "bar", but it gets the job done and the prices are nothing crazy. Oh, and the staff is friendly as well! It's nothing to write home about but it checks the box - good enough for me!

We were in Geneva from the city, so this was a convenient train stop. After the horrible experience…read moreof how these employees are trained to treat their patrons, will not be back. Worst customer service.