We've been driving back-and-forth and we saw the building being beautifully rehabbed a year ago and…read morefinally it opened and we always wanted to give it a shot "sometime". We have heard mixed reviews, but not in the positive sense but we still wanted to give it a try because we like to keep the money local if possible. We always attempt to support our local restaurants and businesses nearby first beforehand. That "sometime" became today, and it was full of regret. The first thing we noticed is that the outside lamps were really dirty. Full of cobwebs... I mean Really dirty- and for a building in that new of a condition? That should have been a clue, but we decided to still give the courthouse a try. We had the margarita flatbread, which was OK and two Arnold Palmer's. After that, it all went downhill from there. We were given dirty napkins to eat with: yes it had food chunks & stains caked on it from the previous user we'd assume: Disgusting... But we didn't complain. Why? Because we thought it was a fluke... (dismiss- for now) The place was not busy at all. There was only one table other than us occupied, and three people sitting together at the bar and Abigail served us, but after the flatbread was served by the runner, she never checked on anything else (only asked if we were ready to order- okay -another pass) We noticed in between times) She was more interested being on her phone than the patrons who "could pay her way", and we waited for 40 minutes after our order had been placed to have something else to eat. Yes. It took that long: I ordered the steak burger (medium)and my wife ordered the 5 hot wings and we waited. And waited. No "pulse check"... we sat there waiting. On a Sunday.... We finally noticed that Abigail finally went back.... and then brought out our food, which was by that time: cold. We believe she knew it was out there, and yet she still served us. (Huge problem) My steak burger I asked for was overcooked and grey looking. It was under the light warmer- drying out while we waited I'd assume. She never told us why or suggested a refire...The cheese had dried under the heat lamp, so it is of our opinion the staff & Abigail forgot our order and let it sit out for at least 10 to 15 minutes under the heat lamp in the back. When it came out, the fries were overcooked and shriveled and again... they must have been sitting there for over 10 min or so, and it could've been longer for all we know...it was such a cold mess for burger, fries and wings.... heck, Culver's on RT 120 serves a quicker, tastier and way better deluxe burger than this place... And yet: After seeing this mistake, she still served us thinking we'd still eat it? We stated we didn't want the order anymore, (pointed out the issues) and instead of asking to maybe comp the flatbread (refire our meals again)or something like that (she could see we were not happy)or apologize for the mistake, she just told us that she just took off the burger and the hot wings and rang us up as if nothing happened and it was our fault we noticed this issue. It is our opinion that She did NOT care at all about the situation. As if we were bothering her to do her job that we came to visit to help inject money into the local business. She was totally disconnected, and in fact, she had taken a check from the table near us, and she had forgot to ring his check up. So he too, was waiting around for about 10 to 15 minutes with his son at the table, before she finally realized that she still had his credit card and hadn't ran it to be processed or debited.... We really wanted to give this place a nice try, but after this, we won't be back. Such a bad experience for a local business near us. What an utter disappointment.

Service was great. Sat at the bar outside, and the bartender/server was fine. Attentive, no waiting…read morefor anything. Early evening on a Sunday. Almost no one there, presumably because of the early hour. Have walked by at night and usually pretty busy on weekends at least. That said it was Sunday at 4:30. Ambiance was nice. We sat outside on their patio by the fans and temps were a relief after the dire temps in previous days. Food: wish I'd taken a picture before we ate some. It was presented nicely. We had the Asian chicken wraps. It came with four almost, kinda sorta, wilted romaine leaves that were hard to wrap around anything, so that was interesting. I woulda preferred a larger colder iceberg lettuce. Room temperature white rice in the middle of small cube chicken, also room temp? with a teriyaki like sauce on it. On the side and in small containers, it had pickled onions and cucumbers, which were wonderful. Some sort of sweet /hot sauce I'm guessing and radishes with crispy wonton strips. I liked it all ok taste wise, but thought the rice and chicken could have been warm to hot. We also had each a flavored lime mule which was very good for $10 each. Not a lot of alcohol but tasty. Had cold things been cold and hot things been at least warm, it would have been much better. My friend wasn't too hungry or impressed so I took most of it home and warned it up and that is what you see in the picture. It was way more appealing and I just ditched the sorta wilty romaine. The menu doesn't know what it wants to be. It's mostly bar food, some Asian influences and some Greek, thrown in with 3-4salads. I almost like it better when they first opened with a very limited and kinda pricy small bites menu, but I suppose in McHenry you gotta have basic bar food, so I get it. I just wish there were an upscale pub type menu for something different. But that's just me.

First the cocktails are delicious. The ambience is fantastic and the music was amazing. Derek was…read moreour bartender and he was very attentive. Enjoyed our few hours hanging out for a girls night. Definitely coming back soon.

Went to Ye Old Corner Tap with a friend to see what it was all about. Quaint little old bar so the…read morename is appropriate. It's dark inside and sunny outside in that it has a nice outside area to sit at high tops or picnic tables, Which is where most people were when we were there. The bartender was there to provide quick service as there were only a few people inside, with most outside since it was so nice out. Can't really talk too much about anything other than the atmosphere. Like most local bars there were people there that were a comfortable, having been there a while, if you know what I mean. But the beer on tap was good and cold. A good place to enjoy the weather outside in summer and a beer or two inside in the winter.

Kasie is the great bartender! So nice and personable, 1st time here and she's was so welcoming…read more Busy bar too and she made time to be kind and personable

0/5 Stars I cannot…read moreemphasize this enough: STAY AWAY from the bar side of this building. While the hardworking people on the breakfast diner side are actually doing their jobs, being professional, the food tasted amazing. The bar is a complete and utter disaster run by people who clearly hate their customers. The "service" if you can even call it that is a complete joke. The bartender, Marella, is quite literally the most unpleasant person I've ever encountered in the service industry. She is rude, dismissive, and puts on this fake, plastic persona that's transparent to everyone with a brain. She treats patrons like an inconvenience for simply existing and ordering a drink. It's honestly impressive how someone so miserable can keep a job in a public facing role. The management also contributes to the unwelcoming atmosphere. There is a palpable sense of elitism that makes regular patrons feel unwelcome. It often feels as though the establishment is run for a specific inner circle rather than the general public, leaving everyone else feeling like an outsider in what should be a community space. The quality of the offerings does not justify the high prices. Drinks often lack the proper proportions, and the overall value is poor compared to other establishments in McHenry. The contrast between the bar and the professional service found on the diner side is stark while the diner staff works hard to provide a positive experience, the bar side lacks that same commitment to customer satisfaction. The physical environment of the bar has also seen better days. Between the outdated decor and the general lack of upkeep, the space feels neglected. For anyone looking for a friendly environment with fair prices and professional service, looking elsewhere would be a better use of time and money. It is disappointing to see such a divide in quality within the same building.

We moved here about a year ago and After the Fox is our most re- visited restaurant yet! We usually…read morelike to try a new place each time, but we can't keep away from their burgers and fish fries. On St. Paddy's day they opened early to accommodate the morning crowd and I was so relived to have an indoor viewing spot since it was chilly. The place was decked out in green and everyone was in a great festive mood. Serves and bartenders were so helpful and on point with the large crowd. 10/10 for the food, the vibes, and the fast and friendly service. Definitely a place you feel comfortable hanging out.

I Had a great Mahi-Mahi sandwich! My wife ordered a…read morecheeseburger that she did not like. Instead of a slice of cheese, it was some sort of cheese spread that she said didn't taste 'real'. We recommend an immediate switch out to actual cheddar cheese slices instead of the spread, whatever it was. Waitress was excellent and you can't beat the views as this place sits on the shores of the Fox River at the northern end of McHenry's famous River Walk.

A great and amazing bar that always has live music it appears bar that always has live music as it…read moreappears and this place is a wonderful Hideout and a dive bar primarily for the locals who know of its existence

Tim is the ultimate bartender. So cool ! Place is great. Vibe is great ! Will be here again. He'll…read more2 1/2 hour trip ain't that bad! Never here been hear then you suck

Everything was great about this place and the hype is legit!…read more First off, the parking is great! A nice big free lot across the street. No need to find street parking. We walked in on a lazy Sunday post the lunch rush, around 2. I forget what burger I got, but it did not disappoint. Everyone who has said I need to check it out was tight. It was very good. The burger was flavorful and juicy. The toppings were fresh and the fries were tasty. Everything was great! I returned with my burger club and most guys liked it however, some got the burgers that had so much going on that your taste buds are in over drive. Just stick with a build your own burger and avoid all the crazy toppings and you'll love it.

We were in the area strawberry picking and wanted to find a local place for lunch. Based on Google…read morereviews, we chose DC Cobb's. I'm glad we didn't skip this place based on the Yelp reviews. The restaurant is in the heart of downtown McHenry and next to the river. I highly recommend sitting in the enclosed patio. It's spacious, full of tvs, and has a nice view of the river. You can tell based on the menu and confirmed by our server, burgers are their thing. All kinds including beef, bison, chicken, turkey, veggie and fish, some choices are an up charge. The burgers come with a side, some have an up charge. Our server mentioned everything is made in-house. I feel it's a rarity of restaurants to made their food in-house so it made me excited for the food. Everything is reasonably price. I opted for the BFM burger and pickle chips ($2 up charge). The burger was juicy and well cooked. Their burgers are 1/2 lbs so it was big. The pickle chips were crunchy and really good. Portion was huge and worth the up charge. My lunch partner chose Cajun fries and they were crispy and flavorful. Our server was great! She was so nice! One negative, they allow dogs and many people brought their dogs. Since the space is enclosed, I did not like all the dogs while I was eating. It was tricky leaving since the hostess stand is located in the tight entrance and there was a dog right in the doorway. My lunch companion is deathly allergic to dogs. Luckily this dog owner was considerate and moved their dog so we could pass. Other than all the dogs, we enjoyed our meal and would come again.

We went this weekend and had such a great experience! We were put on a waitlist when we arrived,…read moreand I loved that they text you when your table is ready. We got seated in the swing seats, which honestly weren't nearly as impractical as I thought they'd be I'll admit, some of the prices threw me off a little at first, but once the food came out, I completely understood. Everything was SO good. We got the tableside guac, steak fajitas, birria quesatacos, and a kids meal, and I genuinely wouldn't change a single thing we ordered. And the birria beans?! INSANE. Already looking forward to coming back!

We visited for a girls night. Nice restaurants and seating arrangements. The music was upbeat and…read morefun but it could be a tad lower in volume for conversations. It was hard to hear each other across the table and our waitress at time. Service was great. Our food came out promptly for being a very busy Friday night also. Our waitress was very tentative and helpful. The food was promising. Loved the salsas and dessert. The tacos were a bit disappointing. The steak felt more boiled than grilled. Lacking char for texture and seasoning. I wouldn't get this again. Our friend got the chicken fajita and it was wonderful. Would order that next time. I tried the special cocktail of the month. It was alright, wouldbt order next time but again our friends cocktails were great. Definitely a hit or miss depending on your preference but still a nice place to visit with friends.

The people are down to earth and bartenders are are the best they make you feel at home.read more

The ambiance was cool and sexy with incredibly comfortable bar chairs. However the highlight of the…read moreevening was the stellar service and hospitality from our bartender Amber!

Visiting family in the area and stopped by the Foxhole. Love the cheeky atmosphere …read more Service Excellent! Food Amazing! Family friendly spot with a bar and plenty of seating. Being from Chicago, I've had my fair share of Chicago Deep Dish and wanted my son to try it for the first time. We loved it! It has to be one of the best I've had in a long time. I'm still dreaming of that pizza at in March of 2025

Stopped in today for a late lunch and kicking ourselves that we haven't tried this place sooner!…read more This is a very hidden location, but totally worth it. The building is very old and I'm sure there's some great history. It looks like the interior was recently updated because it was very clean and had great vibes. We ordered garlic beer nuggets, chicken parm sandwich (with Cole slaw) and a medium wilborn pizza. The nuggets were pillowy and delicious, but the real star was this pizza. It was spicy, and the pepperoni was perfectly crispy on top. The other stand out was the Cole slaw! It wasn't too creamy and had a great vinegar note with a little spice as well. The bartender was very helpful, quick and friendly. We will definitely be back and add the foxhole pizza and pub to our regular rotation!

We wanted broasted chicken and had it once before and it was amazing. So we decided to order again…read moreand it was some of the best chicken. Very moist, cooked perfectly and with great seasoning. I seldom order ribs from anywhere but bbq restaurants but was wanting ribs. I was very impressed! The ribs were juicy, tender and had the appropriate amount of sauce. Great flavor with the right amount of spice. Very happy I took the chance to try something new

First timers....we will be back! Loved the "old fashioned"…read moreWisconsin type atmosphere. Not fancy, but we immediately were warmly welcomed. We felt we were on a movie/set "back in the day".....we left with full tummies + warm hearts A lovely afternoon experience for Jim & Jan Bauer!