Local neighborhood bar. Needs updating. They had an outdoor pig roast. Very good. The band called The Bucks was awesome.

A rare and small rural looking bar in the Chicago crowded in congestants to suburbs this place is hidden along the freeway and somehow has survived Redevelopment and construction this is a nice bar to hang around and looks like something one would associate with a Wisconsin bar I don't believe they serve bear here and they have a very big chair in the front a nice unique and interesting Dive Bar in the heart of Countryside in freeway Central you're not going to get a wide variety of beer though to drink read more

a chill bar vibe, not loud or any excessive smoking so that was refreshing. the moody wings were great! my waiter was very friendly. make sure you come a decent time, the kitchen closes @3pm. read more

The Mood - moody wings & fries - Dive Bars Near Me - Countryside, Illinois

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Honestly we only stopped here to use the restroom; however, it was such a great experience we would definitely come again if we could ! Ordered their chicken wings which were hands down the best chicken wings I've ever had- no breading crispy hot and so delicious I didn't even need the sauces they provided - and they only cost $6! My husband had a cheeseburger which he said was excellent. (Btw we ate at a 3 star Michelin restaurant last night) Sarah our server was super nice and helpful, and the restroom was very nice, clean and even had cool art. Our bill for our meals with beverages was only $19!!! read more

We showed up with a large group for a bar crawl and the staff at The Mood were accommodating, cheerful and welcoming, and they were organized and quick about keeping the drinks coming! A great experience overall!! We'll be back. read more

I typically rave about the Mood so I took my girlfriend last night. Unfortunately the bartender was extremely rude to me, immediately upon sitting at the bar. She apparently had no problem being visibly drunk and taking shots with patrons though. Very disappointing. read more

Nice little place with good food and service ! Dark and peaceful inside during afternoon hours.

There are few things I love more than a good dive bar. The Mood (which is such an awesome name for a bar) has everything you need from a dive -- cheap drinks, plenty of seating, and a TouchTunes jukebox -- without any of the frills. Have not tried the food yet. read more

Burgers were great , the double cheeseburger was to much with fries , cold beer and a friendly place , bathroom was spotless

What an awesome local bar! The staff and customers were welcoming, considering this was my first time here. Looking forward to coming back! read more

Everything I needed and more. Was visiting for a wedding and stopped by here before the ceremony for a quick drink, then left the wedding early because I NEEDED to get back to The Mood. (Also went back again the next morning) Servers were great, drinks were cheap, atmosphere is exactly what you want for a dive bar. Don't listen to the reviews about the regulars - my friends and I had no problem fitting in here despite being from out of town. Spent the whole night chatting it up with the regulars, they took us in as one of their own. Wasn't sure what to expect staying in such a small town but I'll tell you one thing - I will be booking a flight back to IL just to come back to this place. Greatest place on Earth, and no I'm not exaggerating. read more

As original as they come. Fantastic prices on the food menu. The burger is one of the best I have had recently. They have updated the interior but it still reminds me of when I was coming to this joint several times a week back in the early 90's. A+. read more

The Mood - a burger and chips on a table - Dive Bars Near Me - Countryside, Illinois

"Going up to that Spirit in the sky, That's where I'm gonna go when I die" The jukebox at The Mood is second to none (it will even give Richard's a run for it's money!) and one of the many reasons I love this dive of a bar located seemingly in the middle of nowhere! We stopped back in on a Saturday night to learn that our favorite Saturday night bartender, John, was retiring from the "suds" business that very night and they were having a going away party for him. Well if this isn't the friendliest bar- I don't know what is. At least three people came up to us to tell us there was food for the taking (food that the patrons had made and brought to the bar for a smorgasbord of epic proportion!) I'm not sure if we just looked lost or if everyone knew everyone else but to be invited to eat THREE times made me feel like I was at a family reunion. The new bartender was introduced (Cinnamon in her name . . .I'm sure there is a story there somewhere!) and pleasantries exchanged. Somethings remain unchanged, though . . peanut shells everywhere, bar darts, table top bowling and $3 beers all night. And bring cash . . . . for plastic hasn't made it to this "neck of the woods" yet! read more

I've never had the lunch but this is by far my favorite bar in the area. Staff = GREAT! The crowd of people that come here are also just great. Cash only, but that's good because I can take my behind home when I'm low on cash. read more

So this place is just ok. The decor is "dive bar during a remodel". Old signs advertising grill food they don't sell. Boxes of beer inventory on the floor. A fridge where anything not on tap is stored. Could come off as low key and inviting, but didn't. I've seen some reviews that talk about good friendly service, that wasn't my experience. Only about 10 people in the place, still needed to get her attention. The right thing to do probably would have been to apologize for interrupting her. Would have been a perfect time for her to throw down a "what can I getcha hun?" but not this go around. I like the cheap prices, and cash only is part of the charm. So that's a win. And they had a really slick table top shuffleboard game, which was fun. So overall The Mood was...ornery. read more

Bartender was more worried about taking care of her regulars. Looked right at me. I even tried to get her attention. Nothing Don't go there read more

If you are in the mood for something very special and tired of keeping up with the Jones's, this is the perfect old style bar for you. Nothing special... but so very very special. Needle on a haystack. Absolutely love the locals and bartenders .. what a refreshing change of atmosphere from the wanna be crowd. Go and let your hair down, shower or not. This is a hidden gem. No frills allowed. read more

The Mood - Dive Bars Near Me - Countryside, Illinois

Great small tavern for a nice drink and bite. An institution in the area for over 50 years!

We were were visiting from MN and after visiting customers we were in the "mood" for a drink and found this GEM. Bartender was awesome. Patrons fun as hell. read more

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I don't often drink sh*tty beer, but when I do, I always drink Miller High Life. What?! You can't (enjoyably) play beer pong with an IPA... plus, I don't like strong hop flavors when I'm ovulating. Lucky for me, The Mood has all the draft Miller High Life my little heart could dream of drowning my cramps in. Wanna know if 'The Mood' is right for you? If you like the show 'Roseanne' you'll love The Mood. It's everything working class Midwestern folks could ask for in a bar. Need a few more measures to help you decide? Well, here goes... You might be a lover of 'The Mood' if: You like blue collar workers who just want to down a few brews while venting about how their boss is a c*ck s*cker and how one day they're gonna give him a piece of their mind. You want to enjoy unlimited peanuts and exercise your all American right to throw those salty shells on the floor. You appreciate vintage jukeboxes with oldies but goodies a plenty... and are fully prepared to sing along should the rest of the bar break out in song. You want a friendly and gentlemanly bartender who *could* swear like a sailor... but wouldn't dream of doing so in front of a lady. You want an atmosphere with more character than Meryl Streep... vintage games, saloon doored bathrooms, and a few bar stools that were once old 70s and 80s home office chairs and have since been sawed off and mounted higher to measure up to the 'belly up at the bar' standards. If any or all of these criterion appeal to you, I'll see you next time at The Mood! read more

I'm a big fan of simple things. And the mood is just that. When i tried to pay with my card, and learned that it was cash only, one of the regulars at the bar said simply "It's the Mood". And i love that. This is our place and this is what it is, nothing more. As newcomers my date and i were quite an attraction. And from vocal support of our jukebox selections to a visit with a dirty joke, i couldn't have been better received by the regular clientele. As an added bonus an episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation was playing behind the bar. Certainly not a place where one would be made to feel self-conscious. read more

This is a dive bar!!!! I had a good time. Huge wood bar, cool funky bartender and friendly patrons. I think I talked to everyone that was in the bar that night. I walked in and the hockey all star draft was on the two tvs. I knew I was in for a decent night. Started out with a high life pitcher($7) and a couple of shots of Cuervo. Chatted with Lynn - the bartender. What a nice lady. We did a sing along to a couple of tunes. Big choice for tunes. Didn't hear one song that I didn't like. It is a bit far from where I live, but would go back in a minute. read more

I have lived most of my life close to this bar, and always wondered what was behind that big glowing Old Style sign on Willow Springs Road. Well, what is behind is nothing short of magical. This bar is a dive in the best sense of the word. It is casual, fun and totally laid back. There are all the expected elements here like cheap alcohol paid by cash only of course, peanut shells on the floor and questionable bathroom situations. That being said, this place is a blast. The very strong pro-America 9-11 posters and US Marines memorabilia are also appreciated. While you are here, make sure to check out the vehicle graveyard behind the building. After our most recent trip here our group made sure to ride the bus in the back, complete with our own bus themed music. It's a little creepy, but you only live once right? read more

So, The Mood is a total dive. It is a small buidling on a huge, dark lot that looks closed until you walk up to the door. They do not allow smoking inside, and only do food until 4. It is a simple, inexpensive place to grab a drink and unwind. They have some gambling and lots of friendly regulars, who are happy to chat you up, or leave you alone, whichever you prefer. You can have peanuts if you want, or just stick to a High Life, like I did. All and all, nice and divey, and it's not apologetic for it at all. read more

The Mood - Beer. Plain and simple. - Dive Bars Near Me - Countryside, Illinois

What a great, normal, dive bar. First time in and I love this joint. Rene behind the bar is great, the regulars are cool and friendly, the juke box is fun. What is not to love? I travel 200 days a year: this is the BEST DIVE I've been in, in a decade. read more

Total dive bar- it's like the movie-set version of what a dive bar looks like. That said, I happen to loooove me a good dive bar- give me a jukebox, a place to sit, and a bunch of random, non-pretentious people to drink with, and I am THERE. My advice is, go with a couple good friends you haven't seen in a while and relax, watch some sports on the TV, catch up and have some drinks. Drinks are fairly priced, but knowing the bartender won't help here-hookups are verboten by bar management. All the bartenders are slightly older women and are hilarious, outgoing, and super-efficient and quick. This service, you won't get elbowing your way up to a packed bar in a trendy club. This is a bar for the blue-collar, those slumming it, and those who hate the sardines-in-Ed-Hardy feel of the Chicago or Napervile bars. Bring cash, though: this is a dive bar through-and-through, no credit cards accepted, and they don't have an ATM. read more

Awesome dive bar right off the highway! It has the feel of an old style industry bar. Beer is cold and cheap, there are a few video poker machines, and the bartender is friendly without being overly familiar. Food options are free shell them yourself, then throw them on the floor peanuts, or a frozen pizza...definitely a great place to unwind. The one caveat is they are cash only; however, there is an ATM there. read more

I love this place! It's everything everyone has said it is - working class, little hole-in-the-wall bar with patrons who either friendly or mind their own business depending on your preference. The ladies behind the bar will remember you the second time you come in and are so good at what they do - they are very friendly without being pesty and will always time their visits to your table when you DON'T have a mouthful of food - real pros! Stop by sometime for lunch. There are daily specials - great comfort food dishes like meatloaf with mashed potatoes and tuna cassarole - or old favorites like cheeseburgers, so huge that you can barely get your mouth around them - or even a simple grilled cheese sandwich. The seasoned fries and onion rings are tasty too. Yes, the mood of The Mood will take you back to the 1970's. If you have ever seen the movie Slapshot and remember the local bar where the retired steel workers and the hockey players would hand out during the day to drink, philosophize and watch soap operas, you will understand. read more

The coolest bar ever! What you see is what you get. The owner loves his mom with all his heart. He loves her, but he doesn't like her. Great drinks, free popcorn. Lots of parking. read more

You've got to love this place! It's as "down-home" "cheers" type place you can find. They serve lunch on weekdays and usually provide pot-luck for Sunday football games. the prices are more than fair, the people are friendly, and when there's a game on it's the kind of place where everyone gets into it together. read more

Will rival any bad-neighborhood Chicago dive. This place is unbelievable. It looks like a bar that your grandfather may have converted his old garage into. There is a 60-something bartneder named Kitty who works 6 nights a week. All country juke box. 5 years old NASCAR-sponsored Budwiser Ads. Free peanuts - shells on the floor. 25cent High Life draft nights. If you are ever in this neighborhood, please stop in. You will never forget it! read more

My go to place FOREVER. Cheap beer, free peanuts, dimly lit. My personal version of heaven. From the old timers that you know just live there to the hipsters looking for a great time. And honestly, if you are in the area for lunch - really great food. two thumbs up = and several beers later, me on the floor. read more

I love this damn bar! my boyfriend's dad introduced us to it, and it's great. I'm not sure what doug is talking about with "all country juke box" because it may be old as the day they opened the place, but there is way more than country. when my boyfriend and i are there, it's all classic rock, oldes, heavy metal! fuck the couple country cd's they have, it's not even any kind of country i'd bother listening to. if you're there on a friday night you might even be lucky enough to have my favorite bartender lynn, just don't ask for her love potion unless you're really feeling manly that night! it's great to still have a place where you can throw the peanut shells on the ground, and a great place to watch whatever sports game you're into. great prices too. read more

This review is long overdue. Visited last January with two friends and had an awesome time. I was in IL for work and found this place online as a mid point between the two separate towns we were staying. The Mood is textbook dive bar, and only has High Life on draft (awesome). The bartender was also awesome. She was an Irish lady who was more than willing to trade good stories. I'll likely never be around here again (it's right next to the middle of nowhere), but I surely won't forget my visit. **Almost forgot, cash only with no ATM. Normally, that would cost this place a star, but the bartender makes up for it.** read more

Best stuffed peppers ever. Make sure to check out the lunch specials Wed thru Fri. Total Yum!

I agree with Doug S. A fantastic little dive! It literally looks like someone converted their garage/guest house into a bar.

Lots of fun. Nice lunch place. Late night dive bar full of friendly locals. Set back from the street. .. watch for it

The friendliest bar I have ever been to. The owners Dan and Gene made me feel at home

This is a cool place. I like the free peanuts and inexpensive beer. There used to be a cat that would come out and visit with the customers. read more