Food is mediocre, owner is rude, arrogant, disrespectful and dismissive! The worst is the place…read moresmelled like a musty log cabin. I got hit with that lovely aroma as I walked in. Now that I think of it, I thought it was weird that there were several fans going all over the bar...water issues? Anyway, after eating our pizza, we left and caught the owner, Phil, on the way out. We told him the pizza was good and that maybe he needs to mention that soft drink refills are not free. I know it's not a big deal, but I just assumed at a place that presents itself as an upscale bar, with a "chef", that would be the case. Oh well, I paid over $8 for 3 ice filled pints of Diet Coke. I'm just saying it would have been nice to have been told that by the bartender. Then this guy goes on about he can't do that and that he has free music so that should be enough and he'd go broke if he gave away free refills of Coke! He was all huffy at that point and I have no idea what he was talking about. So to calm the situation I asked him about his live music and began to tell him that I am trying to rebrand the hall at our local VFW and he cuts me off to snap at me, "Good luck with that! Try to get 25 people in that place! Ha! Ha! Ha!" as he turned and was walking away from me. I was in udder shock! What?! It's the local VFW Hall and I'm trying to help out our veterans?! My entire point was before he cut me off, the hall holds way more people than his little, bitty place and I wanted to offer the hall so he can book larger acts. Oh well! His loss! Not really sure what this guy's deal is but it seems like my experience is a common one with him! Read the other reviews! Wow! In this day and age an owner shouldn't treat customers like this. Especially after they just spent good money in his place. SMH. Never again! Plenty of other options in the area to spend my money.

Really good bar food ( pizza is excellent) service is always very good. Live music is very enjoyableread more

Great cosy place to have a cocktail unwind and relax. Bar service is exceptional! Just a good…read moreplace to call a home away from home! Copper has absolutely the best bartenders in the Chicagoland area. It's a chill and welcoming vibe! It's the new Cheers! Where everybody knows your name And they're always glad you came You wanna go where everybody knows your name! Well Copper Still is your spot! 1

First, time at this location absolutely loved it. Um, the speak easy downstairs is quaint and small…read moreand you will be touching your neighbor I recommend a mask as we go into the winter season. It is tight quarters. The main floor is a nicely spread out, though. If you were just coming for drinks, they don't serve food. There is just a cocktail bar but I loved it. It's like a thirty five and up type of crowd.

This review is only for the cocktails. They have a private parking lot and a very small bar. Less…read morethan 10 seats I think. There are probably another 15-20 tables scattered around the place. The drinks were excellent. The espresso martini was the girlfriend's favorite and she had a few. The service was spot on. The music was a tad loud but so were all the people talking. Will definitely come back to try the food and some more cocktails. It is located in the back of a strip mall which is odd but definitely worth the trip.

What a cute, intimate place! I have gone with my significant other and with friends. We always have…read morefun! The food is good and the drinks are even better. The staff is attentive and so welcoming. They are very knowledgeable and offer the best options to our drinks with food.

Ugh the coolest and cutest place!!! I am obsessed with the ambiance and the drinks. They only have…read more6 lanes fyi. They really need to put a sign on the building by the stairwell or on the stairs because it's confusing looking for it. It seems like we're walking to the roof or someone's apartment and doesn't feel like a public business. We tried going before to check it out but it was st Patrick weekend and it looked like party or bar crawl and packed. We came back this past weekend and it was better but did look like one party was wrapping up on bar side but it was all adults with a couple kids of theirs laying on the couches. I would say this place is best for adults only honestly. As a mom I won't bring my daughter here and we can go bowling elsewhere but for myself I will 100% be back. I love that everything is themed and some original things inside but the water damage, rust, and mold is badddddd. Can't put lipstick on a pig and with people having health issues this is a big no no for people with mold illness or autoimmune diseases. The lanes are looking original and I don't think I've ever seen the ball returns like that so it was cool and vintage but dangerous lol. The balls come back SO fast and they were flying off the rack. Not really safe. The lanes were warped and uneven and didn't seem waxed so I sucked at bowling no matter what I tried. It was $45 an hour plus shoe rental was maybe $3 each? We got cocktails and apps. There could be more appetizers on the list but the dip was okay and my margaritas were great. We got two games and like 4 frames in an hour with two adults. We were really just trying to relax and have fun so the bowling and prices were expected and just whatever that day. I don't ever treat myself or drink much anymore and gladly was spending it on those. Not really a fan of how awkward the combined lanes are and the people who were there first had us basically walk into their date with all of their food on the table for us to sit over because it was so small and somehow supposed to share tables. They picked all their food and drinks up and moved them and stood to eat to give space between us. Literally all the lanes were open and they put us with them at the end together. Odd. The workers were all nice but there was a lot of workers and no one was really working? A bunch of them were talking in the chairs behind the lanes and the bartenders were talking to each other. Our waitress said her shift was ending/ wanting us to close our tab out as soon as our game ended and we said that's fine we can go up to the bar and keep chatting/ drinking. But she never left so we thought maybe they wanted our lane even though all the others except one were open but no one took our lane after.. The bartenders were talking to each other a lot and lacked eyes on the bar. The bar back seemed super young and out of it and didn't ask if we needed something or wanted to grab the bartenders even though he could hear us and we were staring at him and the bartenders. Whatever still enjoyed our time and the bartender came and brought me another drink. The 2nd drink she repeated it and then brought me a 3rd drink that was completely different but it was still good lol. The bathrooms are cute and clean. The dining side is probably better than the bowling side. The bar is cool. Overall liked it but seems like kids are running the place and could use some tweaks. 10/10

The good: The French Roast Martini was amazing! The atmosphere is fun…read more The bad: It was not the easiest place to find. There was not anything on the building, and the sign was at the bottom of a long flight of steps that have seen better days. Had I not looked back over my shoulder would have missed it. I will be back for food.

On a whim, I found myself inside Vintage Oak. The decor is very chic and classic, easy on the eyes…read more The drink menu is something to explore, trust me, be adventurous! I challenge you to try something on the menu that you normally wouldn't and thank me later! The bartender was so on point and kept the atmosphere going, that losing track of time can easily happen! I enjoyed my time here and would have no problem returning

Has to be one of the nicest places in Crete. It looks too fancy to be here. Vintage Oak is a good…read moreplace for whiskey. Certainly they have a lot. There's a ton to choose from at pretty good prices, and there's also a small but good food menu. Came in recently and we got a few drinks and food. It wasn't that busy and we were one of the few inside the last time here. There's also a patio you have to walk through to get inside. It's about $7 for a cocktail. Most of these are made with whiskey. I liked the Oak Old Fashioned. This is Bullett Rye with aromatic and orange bitters, Fever Tree seltzer, and a sugar cube to top it off. Also we had the Pretzels And Dip. It's $7 for a few. This comes with a choice of cheese or mustard. It seemed like the prices were cheap. They could have charged a lot more and people wouldn't have thought anything of this. Good drinks and food. It also has good prices. The selection and quality of the whiskeys along with the food makes it a value.

Our server at the Wonderverse recommended we stop in the Ghost Trap after dinner so we did. It's a…read moreneat 21 and over speakeasy with a bar and a handful of tables. I don't think there's table service here, we ordered and paid at the bar but they did bring the drinks out to the table. They had a few Ghostbusters themed drinks that aren't available at the restaurant. I had the Death Chill Slushie which was good and strong, I enjoyed that it came with a rock candy swizzle stick. Hubby had the Wax On Wax Off which was a little more sweet and more up my alley. Overall a nice place to grab a drink and relax for a bit. Cute for a date night.

Cute spot inside wonderverse! Glad we came during soft…read moreopening weekend because I can tell this place will be packed. Shout out to Hedeia (spelling may be off) at the bar. She was hustling and patient with the guests. Things to keep in mind: you are paying for the theme. Their specialty drinks run $20. Tip your bartenders appropriately on that amount. Recs for the team: qr code, menus on tables would be helpful for when the crowds pick up. Fun time!

As soon as you walk in, this place is breathtaking, absolutely gorgeous. They really went all out…read morewith the decor . The employees are very friendly too. I've been here for two events, the Daiquiri Fest and the Martini Fest, and both were a great time. The drinks were delicious and the space is very spacious so it never felt crowded. The chips and dips were good. I tried the fried chicken but it wasn't really for me. I'll personally stick to the drink events. Parking is street parking. I can't wait to attend another event!

I really enjoyed my time at Dearly Beloved! I had the burger and blackout cake. The cake was the…read morestar of the show, for me. The service was great! There was a group of 9 and she did an excellent job accommodating and serving our party. I really enjoyed the decor and the music. It was lively and unique! Overall, we had a great time celebrating with friends. If I'm ever in Chicago again, I will definitely go back for the cake and drinks!

The bartenders were nice and made suggestions on drinks. The only reason I gave a 3 is because the…read moredrinks are overpriced. Ordered 3 juices and a Jameson and ginger ale, $32. The Jameson is $18 for a drink....got a different drink $18 for that drink as well. I'm convinced they don't sell anything under 18 unless it beer or wine. I do not need to patronize this establishment again.

Great drinks and whiskey flights. Nice grown people vibe! Enjoyed my visits. Bartenders are…read moreknowledgeable about the different whiskeys.

Ward Eight was a place we frequently visited when we lived nearby many years ago. We were in the…read morearea recently and decided to stop by...we discovered this gem from our past has only gotten better! High quality and innovative cocktails, reasonable prices, and a chic/classy ambiance make Ward Eight must-visit! I tried two cocktails when I was at Ward 8: Remember the Main and Vieux Carre. Both were decadent, delicious, and boozy. Triple threats! I loved them both, but the "Remember the Main" was different from drinks I've had before, so that was my favorite. My husband had a local beer. They have beer, wine, and NA options for folks who aren't into cocktails. They also have food which looks scrumptious, ranging from high-end appetizers to full meals. We did not come prepared to eat, so we'll have to come back again to try food in the future! The staff were welcoming and professional. The space was clean and Gatsby-style chic. There is plenty of seating and an outdoor space for when it is warmer. It is a fancier places, so prices are higher. But you pay for the higher quality ingredients and innovative recipes. If you enjoy cocktails and cozy cocktail bars, Ward Eight is definitely the spot for you!

Cocktail was neither worst nor the best rendition of a Vieux carre that I've had. I've said it…read moreseveral times that many things that originate in New Orleans are hard to replicate outside New f the big easy. I got the feeling that the staff were putting some effort into their craft. The place was crowded & there was even a live band performing. The bar had some above average bottles such as Hibiki & Bookers. I was pressed for time but there were at least three more menu items I would've tried.

This place was empty. Drinks watered down. Food came out cold. I seen 2 men arguing with a woman…read moreand threatening her. I will never support this place.

Came here on a Tuesday night after work for some drinks. Had a rough day at work and needed to get…read moreout. Bigg Willy's exceeded our expectations. It is decorated/designed very nice inside. The drinks were great, our bartender was really helpful as this was our first time being here. The music was just hit after hit. My man and I are in our 40's so they were playing the hits from back when we was younger and then when the dj came on in later and just carried on with the music it was a great time. Nice crowd, clean bathrooms, I was happy. This place is also Black Owned and we will definitely come back and support. The day we were there, the food special was different types of tacos. Nice portions and tasty. I don't see a website for them, but do see a facebook page for them.