35 Best Bar & Grill near Antioch

“Since its transformation into Taylor’s on Toft, this bar has established itself as one of Antioch’s most polished and welcoming drinking destinations. The owner—often found behind the bar—sets the tone with a warm, personable presence that immediately makes guests feel at ease. Her cocktail craftsmanship is equally impressive: the Manhattan is exemplary, balanced and precise, while the martinis are consistently excellent, executed with confidence and restraint. The ambiance strikes an ideal note—refined yet relaxed—making it a natural choice for a pre-dinner aperitif or a lingering post-meal nightcap. During a recent visit, a live singing group added a festive touch, infusing the space with genuine Christmas cheer without overwhelming the intimate atmosphere. While we have not yet sampled the food, dishes arriving at neighboring tables are beautifully presented and look enticing, suggesting the bar program is thoughtfully complemented by the kitchen. Taylor’s on Toft is a standout in Antioch: a place defined by gracious hospitality, expertly made cocktails, and an atmosphere that invites return visits. Highly recommended.“

“Excellent food and customer service!“

“Best mozzarella sticks ever long cheese pull“

“Did some stuff this weekend. This place? Hell yea.“

“looking for good food and down to earth people this is your spot. it's a staple in the community by boat or car you can hang out and have good drinks with good friends. if you don't know now you know!“

“Great little place to stop in for a drink or evening bar food. It's our neighborhood dive bar, and we love it. The owner is easy to talk to and has some great jokes. We love the "oldman" bar feel and like it just the way that it is, has pool table, darts and gaming.“

“Always fun when we play there. Great staff and ownership. Keep loving what you guys do!✌️“

“Awesome place to eat and drink. Outside tables on the sand overlooking the water. Great service by Kylie.“

“All the waitresses are amazing, the food is top tier. My go to place for wings for sure“

“Fast Service, Great Staff, the owner is great“

“Who doesn’t love an Irish pub? This is our favorite local place! Great food and the best Friday fish fry in northeastern Illinois. Best Brandy Old Fashioned I’ve ever had.“

“What a great local place. Just had one of the best fried chicken dinners tonight. Homemade soups and dinners are always top notch. 😋“

“Burgers are excellent! Love the Hot mess.. Service is Excellent! If you havn't been.. GO.“

“I stopped by here on a whim last Saturday night because a friend recommended it to me. it's a quaint little joint in a 'middle of nowhere' kinda town. I didn't know what to expect when I walked in. Not too big, well lit and a friendly crowd. I was told that I had to try the food. Whenever I first try a new place, I usually try a burger of it's on their menu. Lots of smoked meats are available here as well! Brisket, ribs, wings etc. Quite the selection! I got the bacon cheeseburger and omg! It was BANGIN!! Come hungry too cause it's a half pound of mouth watering beefy deliciousness! The crinkle cut fries are an awesome addition to this monster burger as well. 😋 I ended up staying longer than expected as some people that I knew showed up and it was worth it! Great time here. I'll definitely be back (if they allow me) Did I mention the awesome bartender? 😎 Highly recommended.“

“fun times and good people.“

“We have not had a bad meal here yet! Everything from the chicken fingers made fresh to order, to the chili that warms you up we highly recommend trying it all! We love the amazing service and friendly people“

“We stumbled in here a few months ago and it is now our go to hang out. Honestly, some of the best burgers and pizza around. Everything is made fresh (even their salad dressings and soups are made in house daily!). Become a regular and you will find family here!“

“I’ve worked here over 3 years. I love this bar, I love the customers, my bosses are great. We have live music or karaoke every single weekend. Our kitchen is open until 9 PM Sunday through Thursday and 10 PM Friday and Saturday. The fryers are on until 2 AM seven days a week. Friday and Saturday we offer giant slices of homemade pizza for $5 slice until they’re gone. We are fully handicap accessible, two ramps for indoor and back deck access. We have a large selection of canned and bottled beers, huge selection of hard liquor, seltzer, iced teas, etc.. We have RC products on the gun, but also offer Coke and Pepsi products in the can. We can pretty much customize any menu item within reason. Our kitchen staff is incredible. I tell people we are a bar with restaurant quality food. We do have a large dining room that is kid friendly. Definitely bring your appetite, our portions are large, but absolutely delicious.“

“disappointed in their lack of willingness to stand by their supposed convictions of supplying many forms of entertainment, then buckling under closed minded social pressure.“

“Went here for the first time a few weeks ago the staff and owner were super friendly and welcoming. I decided to go back to eat a few days later with my family all the food was great and we are quite picky!! This will definitely be one of our new go tos whether it be for lunch/dinner or just a quick beer. Very happy we tried it out!

Kid-friendliness: Was nice to be able to bring my kids in on a Sunday for lunch and not feel like we were out of place. Kids were happy with the food as well !“

“Wow, just WOW. Words cannot begin to describe just how pleased I am with my dining experience. Friendly staff, great food, and amazing atmosphere are just some of the things that contributed to my unforgettable experience. Not only was there little to no wait time, the workers were very patient and kind towards me while I was ordering my food. After receiving my food, the least I can say is that I was simply blown away. The portion sizes are immaculate and the flavors are unlike anything I’ve had before. I will definitely be returning here for my future meals and I can’t recommend it to others enough.“

“What a great place. Food was excellent. Our server Becky was awesome. Thanks for a great dining experience! Music was fun as well.“

“very friendly place with great food and great prices. we will be back :)“

“the perch was excellent, and my draft beer was only $2“

“It’s always a fun time had by all. Everybody is very friendly.“

“Awesome place friendly staff and people great food 😀 👍“

“We came out on a Tuesday night after a family baseball game. Stephanie was an amazing bartender/waitress who took our drink and food order. The service was so amazing and the food was fantastic! We will be back! 100% recommend!“

“Excellent food...Excellent staff....Excellent atmosphere“

“They have some amazing specials during the week Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Friday. I can sure recommend taco Tuesday.“

“had a great time at Karaoke the other night the dj was so nice and takes song recommendations it was awesome I definitely will be coming again !!!!!“

“Good food and the outside seating was good for a evening dinner. We highly recommend The Grove Pub and Grill.“

“A boat-bar is so romantic 🥰 awesome food, laid back atmosphere…. Can’t beat that!“

“Great place to hang out and vibe food is AMAZING drinks are BOMB 💣“

“We had a wonderful experience at RJ’s on the Lake! The service was excellent—friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. Our food was delicious, fresh, and clearly made with care. You can tell they take pride in both the kitchen and the customer experience. It’s a great spot to relax, enjoy a good meal, and feel right at home by the water. Highly recommend!“

“love this place the wings are good to“