The Pines is a great place to grab a burger and a beer. Their menu is pretty good for it being…read more"bar food" and they have some nice specials, too. The draft beer selection is impressive, and the bar staff is quite courteous. Some nights they have karaoke, DJ's or live music. If you're tired of the same ol, same ol, this place is worth checking out.

been coming for a few months, randomly but to the point of being a familiar face. don't know what…read moreit is but every time I come in to the ma'am That's tending. she just gives subpar energy, idk what it is. I love coming here though for the overall feel of the bar

Great bar in the south suburbs. Very diverse crowd. The bartenders are all awesome. Drinks are…read morereasonably priced.

Best late night bar in town! Solid cocktails, late night bites, great music…read more Street parking is convenient or steps from the Metra. The bartenders are so nice!

I have driven by here since they opened and said i need to check it out but haven't since last…read moreFriday night for a drinks on a much needed girls night out after a difficult, to put it lightly, few weeks. This place is amazing! You walk in to a trendy fun and welcoming bar. The bar tenders greeted us with friendly smiling faces. We found a place to sit in the back & we were given menus. Neither of us had ever been there before so we asked for recommendations. We went with something fruity, I think it was called paradise something, it had pineapple and coconut in it. But we had that to start. It was delicious. Then she came back and I asked for a recommendation on the dessert portion of the menu and she said the cupcake martini was a huge hit and so my friend & I did went with that -- just a note the cupcake martini has a lot more alcohol in it than the first one, whoa... -- but it was still really good! My friend and I had a blast while drinking our martinis and enjoying the atmosphere in the lounge. The way they set it up is really nice. I went home and immediately told my boyfriend about it. I'm really looking forward to going back and trying out different drinks! I haven't heard people talk about this place. It's like a hidden gem in Homewood!

This was a last-minute invite for me. I haven't been back since they stopped selling LoveLuvv…read moreSparkling Wines. If you know, you know. However, a friend got stood up, so I came in to fill the spot. First, I have to say this is definitely a nice little spot tucked into Homewood. It sits right in the heart of its town-ish downtown area and really completes that "where to go and meet the locals" vibe. The staff is always nice, and the drinks are always strong. Honestly, I would love to have something like this in the South Loop, but at the same time, I think part of what makes it work is exactly where it is. The main floor is comfortable and accessible, with loveseats, bar stools, and plenty of space to settle in. It falls just a hair short of having that comfortable neighborhood restaurant feel, just without the restaurant or the food. The cool part is that you can bring in food from any of the local places down the street, which fits perfectly with the whole neighborhood atmosphere. Then there's the basement speakeasy, which has an entirely different feel and is easily one of my favorite parts of the place. Overall, this is one of those places that reminds you that you don't always have to head into the city to find a great night out. It's comfortable, welcoming, has plenty of personality, and feels like it belongs exactly where it is. If you're in the south suburbs and looking for a place to grab a strong drink, meet up with friends, or just settle in and enjoy the evening, this should absolutely be on your list.

Kudos to Bridgett The Chef. She always makes good food and…read morethe menu has made Johnny's a food stop as well as a nice bar. I came in as she was closing the kitchen desperate for food. She made me a lovely Caprese Salad. It was a perfect blend of mozzarella, tomato, basil and balsamic. Thank you Food Goddess Bridget!

NEW OWNERS! I Personally met the new Mr. And Mrs. Fun and they truly are the most beautiful people!…read more Great dining experience! The food was perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. They proudly serve Meats by Linz which makes for a fantastic smash burger and mouth watering steak sandwich! Their chicken tenders and crispy buffalo chicken sandwich is hand battered in the 3 Floyds Deluxe Lager Beer. Their prices have been lowered and we will definitely be back! They are killing it!

Checked out this chill lounge in Hazel Crest. It certainly is more worthy than its craptastic…read morelocation. Maxey's is known for crowds that are better behaved and not troublemakers. A lot of great cocktails to choose among. There's also some things to eat but it's usually just things that are greasy. Basically this bar has a more mature crowd. It's great if not wanting to run into those who are about to pop a cap in the ass of someone. There's also limited hours so it's harder to get in whenever. A place that really limits when to go. This makes it harder to communicate with employees about events or other things. It's about $10 for a basic cocktail. The food is pretty basic, just things from the fryer to be honest. It's about $7 for an appetizer. They have the basics like onion rings. For sure there's a lot of events. It's located on 183rd Street at Kedzie. They're closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

I've been here twice now to an event that's held on Sunday's, called "The Auntie's & Uncle's Day…read moreparty". Dj Tre Holiday was on the 1s and 2s, and let me tell you, a time was had! A nice group of older men and women. Some of the bartenders aren't the friendliest, hence the removal of a star, but they make pretty good drinks. The food was good, I had the fried chicken and fish. Parking is ample and security is friendly. I will definitely attend when I can.

This place is one of the better bars (or should I say pubs) in Hammond. The owners are great and…read morethe staff is always friendly. They have daily drink specials and their drinks are reasonably priced. There is a pool tournament there every Friday and they have 3 pool tables.

I was visiting from Texas and found this bar..was absolutely amazed at how clean and well kept it…read morewas!!.. had some drinks and played pool listened to some music. Tina was the bartender and was so amazing!!! I will return again when I come back.. Tina you are an amazing woman!! Thank you for the hospitality and fun you shared. You made my day ..thank you!!

Great bar the food is really good. They people are really nice and friendly. It's a lil crowded for…read moremy liking but everyone was really nice. Will be back

This place is closed. They need to update the i formation. There is no food no music and bar is not…read morehere at all.

Well lets get down to brass tacks. It is in fact called the Engine Room, Not the Tampon Aisle... So…read moreit alludes to an atmosphere of loud, bikers and smokers that want a bar the way they used to be. I don't smoke, and though it is allowed, it isn't smoky or overwhelming. I understand that so many have jumped on a vegan/vegetarian gypsy circus goat rodeo, then this isn't your place. They don't have a kitchen, but are tied to the little pizza joint on the corner, and they carry the basic nom noms... Calzones, pizzas, chicken wings, well you get it. I have never had an issue with either the regulars, or the bartenders. But if you act a fool, you will be treated like a fool. It's a good ol' boy hangout, and coming here to discuss your new kale and arugula based mud mask is not going to go over well for you. This is a place to drink, play the jukebox, have a smoke without the judgement of the hipster with blackframed glasses, writing his thesis on a typewriter in the corner. Plenty of TVs are lined along the wall playing whatever is the thing, and the bartender has never had an issue changing the channel on one to satisfy a customer. They carry on top a few crafts on draft, and some of the regular piss water like any other bar. They do have a lot more craft in the fridge in bottles. The glasses are cold and frosty and run about 4 bucks a beer. There are also daily specials on the wall, and dollar tacos and 50 cent boneless wings are my fave. They do not try to be a 5 star Zagat Rated whatever kind of place, and that is why they get 5 stars. This is a place to drink, to sit down and relax and jam to Led Zeppelin, not drink organic vodka over grassfed beef burgers on gluten free pretzel buns whilst admiring each other's vintage pinterest page.

The best place in the Midwest to have whiskey and smoke a cigarette, but that is all.read more