This long narrow bar was Packed full of people the night before Christmas Eve. We were a large…read moreparty celebrating a 21st birthday doing the Waterloo Pub Crawl. We squeezed in, got the two bartenders attention and were provided great service. Then we headed outside to sit by the fire pit out in the fresh air, due to Covid. The place was decorated for Christmas. This is certainly a popular watering hole! You can even buy a t-shirt!

This place is a neighborhood bar where everyone knows each other. Inside it's long narrow bar…read more Down end there are video gaming machines. Also outside at back door there 2 bocce ball courts. Outside front there's pretty flowers gardens and plenty seating tables. Across is Monroe County Courthouse. One of my favorite local hangout.

The Barn is my favorite go-to spot when back in the area for visits! The owner is friendly and…read morehelpful, the menus light up so you can see them in the darkest of places (great for our parents) and the selection of alcohol is extensive for southern Illinois small town bar. We love the patio, especially when there is live music! You can book events for free at The Barn- just ask!

As someone who really tries to support local businesses and share positive experiences with them, I…read moredon't find joy in posting my experience yesterday at The Barn. I am only posting this as a warning for anyone else that wants to book a party with them. I have been a supporter of The Barn since the day they opened. It was my first choice when I wanted a cocktail in town. I booked my 30th birthday party with Steve back in November. I've been chatting with him about my party every time I saw him in between that time. We messaged back and forth about the logistics and how I would get the whole upstairs room. He also didn't ask me to pay a deposit and promised that he would put me down on the calendar. Fast forward to yesterday, I went up there to start decorating at 3 pm. I started walking up the stairs and noticed that someone else's decorations were already set up for a 40th birthday party. I immediately was like, Steve that's not my party. He then says, "Oh, you're downstairs!" I immediately knew that he had no idea what was going on. I was extremely disappointed but I decided to make it work. He said he would shut the bar down at 6 for my party He helped me set up a table for our food and I told him I'd be bringing in a balloon arch with a backdrop around 6. My husband spent the whole day cooking food for our party and I spent the day making sure everything would be perfect. When we got there at 6, the whole parking lot was full. We had to park on the street and upon our arrival we saw that the entire bar downstairs was full of people and then I saw a girl wearing a sash that said "my 21st birthday." This was a completely different party from what was going on upstairs. He not only double booked us but he TRIPLE booked us. He came outside acting as if he had no idea what was going on. He said he thought this party was us. I'm like... how do you get that confused? You knew my party started at 6:30. He tried to have us move the party outside. I did not want to do that because we would have to go in and out for drinks. The woman that planned the 21st was so nice to me and even offered to combine our parties. She told me that he did the exact same thing to her, she thought she would get the upstairs as well. He also told her that she wouldn't need to pay anything at all to have her party there, but told me that I would have to pay a fee the day of. At that point, I didn't want to give them my business anymore. I was over it. Thank God we were able to move my party to Top Shooters and they were able to accommodate us. We obviously weren't able to bring any of the food that we made, but it was better than nothing. Steve at The Barn needs to hire someone else to plan parties if he is unable to plan and coordinate them himself. Unfortunately this experience was a learning lesson for me. Anytime I plan or book a party somewhere, I need to make sure there's a contract in place. I hope that everyone reads this learns from me and does not book with The Barn.

Cash only. Great people. Smoking allowed. A lot of vintage…read morefirefighting equipment all over the bar. 3 domestics on tap.

Don't go if you don't like cigarette smoke-- I guess that can be said for most watering holes in…read moreSt. Louis. Also, for wheelchair access, you can get in but not use the rest rooms without difficulty. Decent karaoke on Friday nights, but lately we've been tossed out on a couple occasions because they were having "private parties." I guess fine if you're a regular, but not friendly for visitors.

Great place to stop in for a cocktail! NO, it's not JUST bourbon!!! My daughter and I shared a…read morePurple Daisy Minuet which was DELICIOUS. The bartender was knowledgeable and friendly. The atmosphere was lovely, dark and cozy. Have driven past a gazillion times, but hope to stop in again soon (maybe at the BEGINNING of the evening instead of at the END).

Very cool spot. Cozy, great selection of spirits, wonderful service. I can totally see it being a…read moreregular spot for many people, deservingly! Special recognition for the espresso martini, soooo fresh - and the High West campfire (get it in an old fashioned!!)

Went for a gathering with about 20 friends. The evening started well. Good selection of wines, a…read morefew draft beers and food. Pizza and gyros were excellent. Lots of room outs. Then the "music" started. Way too loud for the space. Couldn't hear anything over the noise. We all moved inside which was better, but ever y time the door opened it was flooded with noise. Had a great time with friends, could have done without the music!

We had always wanted to stop in here, and finally we did. The first thought I had was that I…read moreshould've come sooner. It's beautiful on the inside, and there's plenty of room. Lots of wood decor and plenty of cozy tables for friends or date. They have a great wine list, and we enjoyed a couple of glasses. We were served by the owner and really enjoyed the conversation. We highly recommend this place.

This is a nice bar to attend with your friends if you seek a place to socialize and make memories…read more Spacious seating with a large stage that regularly hosts local bands. The food menu offers up classic bar finger foods at competitive prices. There's also plenty of entertainment with pool tables, video games, and a touch-tunes jukebox. A few things that were off-putting for me were the overabundance of cigarette smoke, water down rail drinks, the lighting was a bit too dark, causing my eyes to strain, and the wings I ordered were heavily caked in the sauce. Looking past these few flaws, the staff was 100% professional, warm and welcoming. I was making my overall experience a 7 out of 10. I will surely be back as a regular customer and even be willing to bring friends and family.

Went here for the first time with 3 other couples. We sat at a table and watched karaoke while we…read moreknocked back a few beverages . It was pretty fun. A group of 30 something guys got up and sang Backstreet Boys which was hilarious and unexpected. The restrooms were decently clean for a bar on a Saturday night and the service was good! We will be back.

Expect an "anything goes" atmosphere, for a, so-called, neighbor "dive" bar. I go there, maybe 3-4…read moretimes per week. Kelly, Nyla and Vicki are personable, sometimes crude, but ALWAYS, with a smile! Jamie, ya got yerself in my a "Weiner"...

Adam's that guy, best bartender around. Music is always fun! Drinks are always on pointread more

Grafted is such a cool place! You walk up to a beautiful, old mansion with so much character and…read morecharm! You enter the front door and are at the base of a beautiful winding staircase. Keep walking and you enter the bar area with other rooms off to the side. The staff are warm and welcoming. They greet you as you enter and direct you to seating. I sat at the bar and at one of the small seating areas and both were comfortable and cozy. The decor inside is what makes this place so charming! Antique furniture, couches, tables and cozy chairs at the bar! There is just a warm, comfortable and cozy vibe from the building, decor and the amazing staff! They have a several page long wine menu that includes glasses and wines by the bottle. If you love wine you will not be disappointed! But it doesn't end with wine...specialty cocktails, beers, and more. Look to the board to the left of the bar for other delightful specials. I tried the coconut hot toddy and it was yummy! Grafted also has a small menu with cheese and meat boards and the best part...'Potato Pancake Goes on a World Tour' menu! (Fri-Sun only) These are a must try! There is also a patio space that looks really nice! I'm looking forward to returning soon!

New downtown Belleville FAVORITE! Just wow. Exquisite presentation, delectable food and…read moreextraordinary service. The atmosphere is so incredibly charming will be back! I had the brunch California potato pancakes. Highly recommend. The pancakes were crispy, snaked salmon in abundance, fresh avocado, plump capers and pickled red onions. The dessert flight was a perfect ending. Highly recommend the Mrs. Hibiscus. Affogato was excellent. Mushroom risotto was very good. Everyone was so pleased.