23 Best Bars near Braceville

“Awesome place! Excellent food!“

“The Blue Horse Martini Bar offers a delightful experience in a small and friendly atmosphere. The highlight of this establishment is their custom created cocktail recipes, ensuring a unique and flavorful experience with every visit. The staff’s friendliness and engaging nature contribute to a welcoming environment, making it an ideal place to gather with friends or even make new ones. Whether you’re seeking a relaxed evening or an opportunity to explore creative cocktails, The Blue Horse Martini Bar is a great choice for a memorable and enjoyable outing.“

“Went her last Sunday and had a great lunch with my girlfriend. We both ordered cheeseburgers which both came out fast, hot, and delicious! I ordered my with fried pickles which were very good. She got the Mac and cheese bites which were fricken awesome! Just wish the ranch was a bit thicker and not so runny. The burger was great. Big, juicy, and just all around awesome. Would have liked a better quality mayo since the packet it came with sucked. All around good quality cheeseburger though. My girl had a Bloody Mary and I grabbed a sip and it was good as well. Could have been garnished a bit better but was still super good. Nice laid back atmosphere and wasn’t too loud inside. Will be back. Probably make it a once a month thing now since it’s just in town and not a far drive.“

“I spotted a pub, a nice brick structure attached to a house. Like many neighborhood pubs, the sign showed the Old Style beer logo. I walked in through the doors. I attracted attention. Nobody cared that I had insisted on wearing a mask. I looked unfamiliar.A woman called out, "How are you doing, sweetie?" "Oh, I'm fine. Passing through. I stopped for Tom's Sweet Corn, and need to stretch my legs." A man smiled, "So, you're not a local." I thought, "It would take a lifetime to become a local. All I need to do is sit down and order an Old Style." "I live over in Streator," I offered, hoping to look local enough. A woman squealed, "I'm from Streator!" "How about that. I'm thirty miles east of Streator and I meet a neighbor!" I excused myself. I had downed an extra large soda at Jimmy Johns in downtown Kankakee.The rest rooms shared a sink in the hall between the biffys. The wood door suggested an age of one hundred years old or more. Wood gets drier and lighter as it ages. The door handles reminded me of the late Nineteenth Century, just a touch hand made.I wondered, "Should I buy a bar stool buddy a shot to say thanks for a clean restroom?" I walked over to the bar. I spotted a freezer stocked with six dollar frozen pizzas. Not one vegan pizza I felt sure. Hunger had arrived. A set of coolers showed off all the cans for sale. "Might I buy a Coke?" The woman bartending probably owned the bar. "Sure, that will be a dollar". Thank you I said as I gave her two dollars. "It's only a dollar, hon." "I wish to show my gratitude," I said with a smile."What brings you this way?" said the man who deduced my traveling status. "I was in Kankakee." "Kankakee? What brought you to Kankakee?" "I'm learning how to be a census taker. I count twenty at the pub. Let me write that down." He laughed. I had satisfied his curiosity by making him laugh. "You take care of yourself, hon," said the one woman who greeted me first when I came inside. "Yes, please take care of yourself, too. I'll be back".It seemed like the right thing to say. I stepped out the door into the rays of a sun setting to the west. A John Deere gator, a blend between a tractor and a golf cart, proceeded towards Tom's corn. I spotted a few more as I drove to Tom's to score a dozen sweet ears.Tom's yard looked like a John Deere commercial. One farmer arrived pulling a hay wagon full of people behind his yellow and green John Deere tractor. A man set at the wheel of his gator, closest to the picnic table where awaited the corn. "Hey, I bet you're Tom!" "That's right, I'm Tom." "Are you hosting a corn roast, Tom?" "Nope, it's a community gathering." "Might I pick out a few ears?" "Sure, hello yourself. There's the cash box. Put in what you want. Put in nothing. Take all you want."I started to fill a plastic bag after sliding two dollars in the slot cut in the cash box. I thought that fair for six ears. "What's the event, Tom?" "It's a community picture. We just repainted our town sign, and fixed up the landscaping." I hadn't noticed. People kept arriving in vans, by car and even by ATV. "Is this a Lions Club project?" "Nope. We disbanded our club. The national wanted too much money every year. We just do our own community club. A long time resident left money in a will for the sign".He patted the seat of his gator. "Any body need a ride." The sign stood right across the street. "Thank you, Tom. How long will you be picking sweet corn?" "Straight through Labor Day. You drive through often?" "First time by. Have a good night."I counted twenty people walking over from the pub. It looked as if every two hundred citizens of Reddick planned to pose, smiling at the sunset. Soon, I“

“Got some wings lastnight! Best Wings in the area! 10/10“

“Always a favorite!!!!! Love The Goose!!!!“

“Food is great , never been disappointed with any of the food.“

“Passing through town and I stopped by on a whim. Boy did I nail it! They were very welcoming. Seems like the perfect hangout for this small town. The bartender (Felicia) was awesome with a great sense of humor. If I lived in the area it would be my go to.Great local bar with top notch service!“

“Food was really good. I got the burger and fries. Place was fun. Had darts and pool. First time I was here and I could tell it was alot of locals but they were all very welcoming and friendly. Jeff was our bar tender he also made our food. Really good dude definitely worth coming in and giving a try.“

“Great place to have a cold one and enjoy the Atmosphere“

“Best Bar & Grill around! Make sure to go there Sunday for wings, Monday for trivia, or honestly any day of the week! Wonderful owners, staff, and some of the best regulars around!“

“Great establishment! Owners and staff go out of the way to make sure very well taken care of. We held a surprise bday party of 40 or so friends and family at The Wine Cafe and it was a great time. Very friendly staff and knowledgeable on wines and drinks offered . I would definitely recommend hosting an event there and plan on doing again as well. Thanks again The Wine Cafe for making our event perfect.“

“I felt comfortable in this place. The staff were friendly and I've gotta say the women there know how to play 9 ball pretty well. See ya on my way back thru town. peace“

“1.00 beer!!! Friendly bartender!! Free pool on Monday!!!!“

“Best bar food ever!! Audrey was our server and she is absolutely amazing!! She ensured we were served promptly, our food was hot and the beers cold!! Hands down, best bar in the area!!“

“Excellent staff, lots of laughs, great music inside and outside!!“

“Great bar/restaurant. Very friendly people. Kid friendly“

“Haydens is a great place to eat! they are the best restaurant in town. The food is wonderful and their soups are out of this world. I only wish they would get this website up to date and working properly. I try to check it every day and am often disappointed with it not being updated.“