50 Best Sports Bars near Arlington Heights

“Great food and great servers!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Always nice coming here nice people“

“Teresa was an awesome waitress- it was super busy and she was attentive to everything! Food was good as well as drink selection“

“It’s awesome here! Any day a week“

“Went to Bird’s Nest for a birthday celebration and it easily exceeded expectations. I’ve been on a bit of a wing tour lately, trying spots all over, and somehow each place keeps raising the bar. Bird’s Nest keeps that streak alive.

The wings are done exactly how you want them. Fried to a perfect crisp on the outside, while still staying juicy and tender inside. Not just “good for a wing,” but genuinely well-balanced in texture. They’re done in a way where you could eat them plain and still be satisfied, which says a lot.

Then come the sauces. I tried their Bird’s Nest hot sauce along with the hot BBQ, and both delivered. The hot sauce brings that classic heat you expect, but the hot BBQ was the surprise standout. It had a deeper, slightly sweet kick that made every bite better than the last. I usually lean buffalo, but this time the hot BBQ took it.

What really stood out is how consistent every bite felt. No drop-off, no dry pieces, just quality all the way through. It’s the kind of plate where you look down and realize you finished it faster than expected.

I don’t throw this around lightly, but these are some of the best wings you’ll find in the Chicago area, and honestly, they hold their own anywhere. Having tried wings across about 20 states, including spots in Buffalo, I’d put Bird’s Nest right in that conversation.

The overall vibe makes it even better. It’s a great place to catch a game, relax, and spend time with friends without it feeling forced or overdone. Definitely the kind of spot you find yourself coming back to regularly.

9.3/10“

“Nice place with good food and good drink.“

“loved it! friendly staff and great food.“

“The best food , the best service ,the best place to enjoy 👍👍“

“My previous review was accidentally deleted by me, but let me just say that this is by far the best bar around the Chicagoland area. Firstly, let me start by raving about Colleen, the GOAT of bartenders! She is an absolute sweetheart! From the first day she made me feel at home! If you are new, she goes up to you, introduces herself and hands you a napkin. She has the most awesome and proper etiquette for the hospitality industry. Colleen is an absolute godsend! I do not know a single person who badmouths her. She also makes the best margaritas and rums/cokes! She remembers your name as wel and starts calling you by your name on the second day. The other bartenders are amazing as well. On Tuesdays and Thursdays when I go in, Lisa remembers my drink and food order. She is also a gem as well! As far as the food goes, the chicken bacon ranch wrap is one of the best I have ever eaten. The Cheddar Cheese burger is amazing as well. Seriously this place is a great find. As far as the reviews calling this place racist are concerned, to each their own: I have never had any issues and I am disabled and asian that is like a double negative. It is the most inclusive place around town!“

“Great place to relax and enjoy some yummy food“

“Superb and sevice was wonderful“

“Great place to watch the Brewers playoff game while in the Chicago area. Great customer service.“

“Reps is one of our favorite spots! The nachos and wings are amazing, and the food is always top-notch. The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is great. Highly recommend it!“

“Great food and waitress was great! Came in for lunch Monday morning! Will definitely be back!“

“Hiding gem to some but definitely a great time. Cool people, great food and very friendly neighborhood bar. Something to do every night.“

“Reps is one of our favorite spots! The nachos and wings are amazing, and the food is always top-notch. The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is great. Highly recommend it!“

“Came here with a few friends and family to play darts. It was 930 pm and we were told we were being too loud- literally cheering that my mom got a bullseye. Because it was apparently their dinner hour… one table was eating. The bartender started swearing at us and the other was so concerned we cheered yet let a dad pay her off to allow a teenager in days ago. Handed us the bill and then called the cops on us. Mind you the cops laughed hearing how they were. Would not recommend a thing. Terrible atmosphere and incompetent rude staff.“

“Super fun old school experience“

“We came with 2 dogs & management was happy to set-up a table for us outside and turn on the tv. Our waitress, Jennifer was very attentive and helpful.“

“Nice atmosphere, friendly and efficient staff and good food🌟“

“Highly recommended, great experience and one of the best part was the had CHEESE BUTTER MASALA, which is one the favorite.“

“We celebrated my grandson's birthday here and it was awesome! Manager Casey Fitzpatrick and his staff were great. The food was great, the atmosphere was great and our server, Rob was amazing! Five stars, highly recommend!!!“

“They support local live music entertainment!“

“Stopped in last week and I was greeted by the sweetest young lady. ( Rachel) She is friendly, attentive and great conversationalist. Finally a place I can go to with a positive atmosphere. I highly recommend this location. Thank you Rachel for your service and kindness.“

“I give 5 stars to Dawn!!! She is amazing. I am a regular on days she works. Very attentive, knows how to make a drink, and deserves respect from those who work here who are new. I doubt she will see this. But hope the manager gives her much deserved bonus!!!!“

“I went bowling with one of my nephews who inadvertently left his credit card on the table. I wanted to bowl the following evening and when I showed up Renee recognized me and told me she had a surprise for me. She then went into the back room and came back with my nephew‘s credit card. I imagine it could be difficult to remember exactly who was Bowling on that lane last Yet she remembered and put the credit card on the side as she figured I’d be returning at some point during the week. I really appreciate her honesty and care for her customers!!! I highly recommend this bowling alley as all the people who work there are honest,work work very hard to keep things clean, Maintain the bowling lanes, prepare food, etc. I love coming to this bowling alley And Have recommended It to several other others over the past few years! Thanks again, Renee. I really appreciate your Awareness andkindness.!“

“The service was great and the food was delicious. we were passing through for work and stopped in. Aubrey was awesome and the guy that seated us and brought us extra bread was great. The portions on pasta are huge!“

“The sweet potato fries were perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

The manager Kathy helped us navigate the menu for food allergies, and was super helpful.

The smashy melt on sourdough with tater cakes was tasty. They were essentially mashed potatoes in tater tot form.

I had a chopped salad and they were happy to switch out the blue cheese for feta.

The only downside was that our Cubs were losing the game.

And they were featured on screens throughout the restaurant.

But we enjoyed that our booth had a personal sized TV screen right there for us to enjoy.“

“They have live sports tv that is always fun to watch, good magaritas“

“Excellent food and relaxed atmosphere…our new favorite place!“

“rica comida, meseras amables y ricas bebidas“

“Best burgers ever!!! Delicious cocktails!! Friendly staff!! Highly recommend !!“

“The staff is very friendly. The food was good. The atmosphere was wonderful. I recommend you guys to get the hamburger there they have different ones.“

“Chill and good vibes All night“

“I hired The Hungry Mule in Lake Zurich to cater a luncheon for about 65 people. The owner and staff were easy to work with. Very accommodating. The food was excellent and the service was outstanding. Everyone commented on how delicious everything tasted. I would definitely hireThe Hungry Mule again.“

“The Cheeseburger on a Pretzel bun was very good and I would recommend it. I like their selection of German & Craft beers. I will be back at the Old Munich Tavern next Friday.“

“My boyfriend and I stopped by Cafe Mistiko this past weekend and wow, it was a pleasant surprise. We both got the lavender latte and it was perfectly balanced, not too sweet at all. The pastries looked amazing too, we ended up sharing a croissant that was flaky and buttery, definitely worth the price for how good it was. The whole vibe in there is super cozy, too.“

“We were staying in the area for an overnight and stopped for an early dinner. BBQ was perfectly cooked. Hubby had ribs and I a brisket sandwich, both were great. His ribs fell off the bone, as they should. Mac & Cheese tasty as well. Atmosphere was nice, staff friendly, and service good. Would definitely recommend if you’re a BBQ lover.“

“Love outdoor options in the summer. Even with a crazy weekend of 56 Music Fix everything was on point with food and service. I loved seeing Chris step in and help anywhere and everywhere he needed to.“

“My band just played there. Great place for music food and drinks. Super friendly staff. 💯 recommended, add it to your list of watering holes 🍻“

“Great food buffet for out large group of women and gave us the entire dining are where the ladies were free to socialize, sing and even dance! We enjoyed the delicious and plentiful food and the comfortable and spacious room! Thank you so much for the great food and great service!“

“Food was amazing. definitely get your money's worth.“

“great food, awesome atmosphere, and service was spot on. I'll definitely be back.“

“I grew up in the northwest suburbs and spent many nights at Durty Nelly's before moving away for about 20 years. I'm happy to see that the spirit of the place is still alive and well at Durty Nellie’s, just steps from the Palatine Metra station.

Two staff members who really stood out were Jessie and Austin. Jessie was welcoming from the moment I arrived, made sure I knew about the specials, and created a great first impression.

Austin has the presence of someone who is helping shape the future of the business, professional, engaged, and visible around downtown Palatine.

The combination of friendly staff, strong drink and food specials, live entertainment, and a convenient location right off the train makes it easy to recommend.

If you're looking for a classic Irish pub atmosphere in the northwest suburbs, it's worth stopping in and checking out.“

“We had a fantastic meal/Margaritas at Sammy’s Mexican Grill made even better by our amazing server, Martin! He was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. His recommendations were spot on, and his service was exceptional. Thank you, Martin, for making our visit special! We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend!“

“Chrissy is Awesome and simply the BEST“

“Service was a bit slow, but the people were friendly. It’s just a really cool space to have a bite to eat and some drinks with a modern open air feel.“

“We would like to express our gratitude and appreciation to The Local Tavern partner who supported Wisloka Chicago team in the UPSL interstate semi-pro league. Thanks to your generous support, our club is in the place that few years ago we could only dream about. Big applause for you 🔝🔝🔝🤝🤝🤝 🟢⚪️“

“Food, service & atmosphere has always been amazing here. Its a favorite lunch or dinner spot for our entire family!“