Definitely one of the most innovative cocktail bars in the country, if not the world (I feel…read moreentitled to say this as I've been to cocktail bars on 3 continents !). Located on the grounds of a suburban Country Club (WTF?!?!), it was worth the hour plus non rush hour drive. Decor is like a young mad scientist's Midwest basement, with different seating arrangements, from comfy couch to school gymnasium cafeteria. But to the drinks -- many classifications of cocktails to choose from on the large menu (as well as some wines, grab and go cocktails, NA/mocktails and a couple beers. Don't sleep on the empanadas from aforementioned country club. They're fantastic). Sone classic cocktails, their riffs on other classic cocktails, and then the main events : their specialties, their experiments and what is in the pipeline. Plus flights that allow you to sample the creativity. The flavors and the combinations are insane. Thick foams, clarified drinks, multi- ingredient, multi-spirit-- all well balanced (though the welcome shot of Bubble Gum and the Kinder Surprise were a tad sweeter than I usually go for). Think savory like pizza or salads. I know you can't so you better go and see what I mean !' Depending on specials, prices are $10-20/drink plus a couple of large format offerings. Games and good tunes. Come alone, with a friend or a group. That's what was there early on a Thursday. Easily accommodated. Cute bathrooms with exceptional hand towels. Take the drive and maybe get a hotel room -- that's what we're doing next time so we can really get into the offerings. I hope the area recognizes what they have in their midst. If not -- please relocate to Chicago !

What a throwback! Get thrown into a 90s science class with No School Tomorrow (NST). Combine a bar…read morewith decorations like an NES, old TVs, and posters all on a country club golf course in the burbs, and you've got the makings of something special. The service here is excellent. My friends and I were greeted by Luis who started us off with samples of spicy margaritas in a small chemistry flask and telling us about the place. If you come on Sundays, there's an all-day happy hour with a limited menu of drinks for $10. If you're looking for a unique cocktail experience, you absolutely have to check out NST. They're super creative with the presentation of all of their drinks and the flavors of each drink are especially pleasing. There are some card games lying around to keep your group entertained as well. My favorite drink was Episode 2, a mix of pistachio chai, apricot kalamansi, earthern spirit, clarified whey and your choice of alcohol (like vodka). If you're halfway serious about good drinks and a one-of-a-kind vibe, check out No School Tomorrow.

One of the best Hawaiian restaurants, we like the place, so nice - cool ambience with amazing live…read moremusic, mix music. Love fried rice. Stuff is so kind and Friendly. The staff were really caring and professional. Also their drinks menu was interesting! I loved the one with several small drink shots as you can try several drinks in small quantities. I totally recommend the place to come and have a great time.

What a fun place! Conveniently located in Wood Dale, this lounge gives visitors a casual place to…read moreenjoy an interesting array of fun and colorful drinks at reasonable prices. Though I didn't get to try it on this visit, the food menu fits the tiki bar theme of the lounge and is cooked to order. Service was quick and friendly and it only took a few minutes to make each drink. With each drink I also got a good amount of background on the alcohol used to make the drink and some knowledge on how each flavor combination was developed. The space inside is nice with a mix of everything from tables to a bar to couches. This would be a perfect place to enjoy some board games or a casual evening of conversation with plenty of space to spread out. Parking is plentiful in the shopping center as well.

Ciao Isabella was open for lunch on a Monday, which worked out nice for me. I had a taste for…read moreItalian food and this restaurant really came through. The inside dining area is very pleasant. I had the calamari appetizer which was perfectly cooked and came with a flavorful red sauce. The spaghetti bolognese was absolutely delicious. The bread was better than I've had in quite a while. It was charred only slightly on the outside and fluffy throughout. Good service, and fair pricing for delicious food. I will be back again soon to try some of their many other offerings. The sandwiches on the menu look tempting, and the dessert list was mouthwatering. I highly recommend.

Bella Ciao! Bella Ciao! Bella Ciao Ciao Ciao!…read more I was blown away by Ciao Isabella. The food was incredible. I got the bucatini bolognese ($22) and it was perfect. The sauce was tangy and zesty. I inhaled the pasta in record time and our server was nice enough to bring extra bread so I could use it to scrape up as much sauce as possible. My wife really enjoyed her rigatoni vodka ($22). Our server Enid was friendly and personable. I'll be back to try even more marvels off the menu. If everything is as good as my bucatini, Ciao Isabella is going in my permanent rotation.

I've been here on Sunday and Monday Aidan is the best! He loves to take care of the people in his…read morebar. He the absolute best man

Hidden gem! Great people, prices and service. The perfect dive bar and historic ambiance.read more

I have never heard of Fox & Turtle before, but looking at the NW Chicago Restaurant week, it looked…read moredelicious to try. I was treating my parents for my dad's birthday month (My daughter has a lot of activities, lol) and the menu appeared to have something for everyone. The 22 minute drive to Itasca was so worth it! The restaurant, which is open to the public, is on the same property as the Itasca Country Club, which is not open to the public. You go down the stairs, through the developing pizza bar, and to the restaurant. The restaurant space itself is cozy, with beautiful, natural lighting, and lots of seating options. We were asked booth or table and seated right by the picture window with beautiful views of their ice rinks and golf course. The food was above and beyond my expectations! Between the 5 people at the table, I sampled the French Onion soup, Sweet & Spicy Brussels, Bacon Smash Burger, Pot Roast Grilled Cheese, Sweet Tees (Donut Holes), Peanut Butter Smore-o, and Verde Dulce. The soup was not salty as I find some iterations, the brussels had complex flavors with hot honey, bacon, candied pistachios, and crumbled feta. The pot roast grilled cheese was very flavorful, but my boyfriend did state he wished the sandwich had more meat in it. The Sweet Tees donut holes were cooked to perfection without being oily and the jam accompaniment was a perfect texture and level of sweet. The Peanut Butter Smore-o was creamy and decadent with its perfectly ratioed layers of ganache, peanut butter mousse, Oreos, and whipped cream. The Verde Dulce, though, was the delicious classic olive oil cake with pistachio gelato & that throwback of candied pistachios from my appetizer. Even better than the food, our server, Kara, was one of the sweetest, most attentive human beings! She answered all of our questions, refilled our fountain drink and iced tea glasses when they were at 75% without prompting, made sure my dad felt celebrated with a candle, etc. Her teammate who was in charge of clearing our table was also prompt and I appreciate her asking what plates she could take. Overall, it was a beautiful late morning/early afternoon with delicious food and impeccable service. 10/10 recommend!!!

Such a great time! Curling and Dinner success…read more.. Went on a double date. We made reservations. Such a great time. They have these "kids" working the ice. I say kids but they were sweet young men. They give you instructions and off you go. Those stones are heavier than I thought they would be. It took a lot and I have the upper body strength of a kitten so... I was struggling. Eventually I got the hang of it. OR maybe the ice got slicker and my stone went further. I think that's actually what happened. Lol! They do allow you to take drinks and appetizers out to the ice. There are warming posts and they were used. Cuz I was cold. Dinner was fabulous. Service was good and just yeah. A great time was had. I ordered the Thai Chili Salmon. So delicious. My husband ordered the Blackened Cajun Chicken Pasta. It was so cheesy but he really liked it. Our friends ordered the Jambalaya and Grilled Salmon. They also ordered dessert to go. A great time was had. Totally worth the drive. I cannot wait to go back. There is a lot for parking.

A local place we've driven by many times and decided to go there for dinner one night. We now have…read morebeen there several times since and we love it! The food is exceptional and the staff is friendly and hard working. We haven't been disappointed yet!

One of the best upcoming bars in Wooddale always recommend this place first as our food is great…read morethe entertainment and superb bartenders

I am quite surprised by such high reviews of this place. We stopped for lunch this week after our…read moreround, and it was nothing great. We sat outside - which was lovely to overlook the course. The downside was that it took a good 10+ minutes before a waiter came to take our drink orders (of which my diet coke was very watered down). I got the Tuscan chicken Wrap and my husband got some corn / chicken featured entree. He did like his corn/chicken dish but my wrap was quite dry. It definitely needed a sauce / more flavor. The fries that came with it were really good. I would not come back - nothing stood out in our meal or experience.

My friends and I went to dinner there for the first time last week. The restaurant has a modern and…read morewelcoming atmosphere. The staff were quite accommodating, and the food was delicious with generous portions. We started with the maple balsamic brussels sprouts which had an amazing sauce. We really enjoyed their harvest apple salad, chicken Marsella, cheeseburgers, cajun soup and some hearty chilli. We will definitely be back!

My husband and I love stopping in for happy hour when we have a day off. Great food at a…read morereasonable price. Also we love the pizza. Katrina is an amazing bartender and the service is always spot on! Highly recommend stopping in for a drink and great food.

Extremely rude and unprofessional bartender -- Katrina…read more We've been coming to this place for the past 10 years and have always been allowed to bring our well-behaved dog onto the patio. Today, Katrina completely changed that experience. She was aggressive, dismissive, and downright disrespectful from the moment we arrived. No explanation, no politeness -- just attitude and hostility. Instead of calmly explaining any change in policy (if there even was one), she acted like we were a nuisance for even asking. Her tone was sarcastic, condescending, and entirely uncalled for, especially in a hospitality role. It's one thing to enforce rules, but it's another to do it while making customers feel small and unwelcome. If this is the kind of staff management is choosing to represent them, it says a lot. Katrina's behavior completely ruined what could have been a relaxed visit. We won't be coming back until this place remembers how to treat paying guests with respect.

We had the chicken sandwich and a burger. The food and service were amazing! Thank you!read more

Stopped in after picking some items up at Italian Bakery next door. Nice selection of beers and a…read morehuge menu of typical brew pub fare. The Margherita flatbread was great and the bartender was friendly and attentive.

Smile Burger is a halal burger joint that not only offers various types of burgers, but they also…read morehave shawarmas and sides. We ordered: +the Gladiator Burger - you can opt for a single or a double patty; this came topped with beef bacon, smoked cheese, white sauce, pickled cucumbers, lettuce, tomatoes, and caramelized onions in a seeded bun +the Chicago Burger - you can opt for a single or a double patty; topped with tomatoes, lettuce, jalapenos, onion rings, caramelized onions, and smoked cheese in a brioche-like bun +an Arabic Shawarma - you can the option from chicken, beef, or a mix of the proteins; comes with tomatoes, onions, lettuce, and garlic sauce in a grilled wrap The burgers were generously topped and very juicy - a solid burger joint in the area! We also combo-ed these up to get the side of fries and a drink; we also tried a side of their onion rings and curly fries. I'd be curious to try their wings next time, as they looked crispy and tasty. Staff were friendly and super welcoming! Plenty of parking in the shared strip plaza lot. +halal +juicy burgers +friendly service +ample parking

Walked in this place tried to order from their menu anything I asked for she said we're out, didn't…read moreeven have curly fires, and no hamburger available. Why would you have these on your menu if you don't have them available..