40 Best Cocktail Bars near Des Plaines

“Excellent food and ambiance, The brick chicken is my favorite. Our friends who have lived throughout the country said the pork chop is the best they ever had“

“First time here since the Rivers Casino expansion. Nice long bar with plenty of seats. Vibe and music is bumpin' as well. Ordered a Dirty Martini and was asked if I wanted dry vermouth with it. Friendly and smiley bartenders. Cute martini glass but could not really taste the alcohol. Some interesting characters at the casino in general, but more so here sitting at the bar. There are game machines on the bar top as well.“

“Fave place ever! Love it there. Drinks are tasty, vibe is cool and staff is spot on!“

“The wife and I went back to the old neighborhood to visit somebody at the hospital driving around we found modern plate. We figure we’d give it a try. There is no doubt in my mind that this place eventually will be a five star restaurant. The food was phenomenal service atmosphere But I will tell you this much. Don’t go there with your good. Looks thinking you’re gonna buy something bring your cash, but it’s well worth it. The wife and I cannot wait to go back to try something else.“

“I stopped by on a recent Saturday evening and had a Bee's Knees cocktail and a soft-pretzel with mustard. Both were delicious. The pretzel was freshly baked, not some microwaved deal and I enjoyed my beverage and snack at a sidewalk table to enjoy the Summer night. The two folks working that night were very friendIy as well. I really hope this place finds a growing and loyal clientele because it's a great spot to have in downtown Skokie. Pop by and give them a shot; i don't think you'll be disappointed.“

“I am indescribably grateful to have moonflower as my neighborhood bar. The sunday scaries deal is unbeatable (except for the tuesday grilled cheese deal), and includes the best caesar salad i have ever had. Everything i’ve consumed here has been delicious and everyone on staff is a joy, special shoutout to Marvin. If you’re not already here you should be!“

“Amazingly delicious food and drinks! Our waiter, Colin, is the best and the added bonus is that he looks like Adam Ruzek (Patrick Flueger) on Chicago PD.“

“Our friend really hyped up this place, but it is way too popular for the size. On a Saturday night every chair was taken, including standing positions outside their open air window table/ledge. There were also people standing against the wall leaving basically no room for people to walk through. We each had one drink and left. It was too hot and cramped. We plan to return at a better time.“

“Смачно. Весело. Приємний персонал. Гарна музика👍🥂🤘🤙👍“

“Смачно. Весело. Приємний персонал. Гарна музика👍🥂🤘🤙👍“

“Our favorite spot in Park Ridge. Excellent food and wines. Very friendly to our kids during brunch and early dinners. Strongly recommend the wine club. Monthly selections have all been outstanding.“

“This place is freakishly good. I've been a few times and every time it impresses - somehow it keeps getting better, always a little different but also with dependably awesome staples, starting with an amuse-bouche (usually a creamy soup with a mild kick - I'd have a bowl if they served 'em), to the juicy char and crispy yucca of their take on carne asada, and an octopus dish that has changed slightly with different chefs, but is always my favorite. The service bends over backwards smiling to make sure you are too, the desserts are always worth it, even when I'm sure I can't, and the drinks are the best in northern Chicago if not the whole metropolitan area. And the atmosphere is always so fun, I forget where I am. Whether under the big top on the patio, nestled into the main dining area, or hanging out at the bar, it is my favorite place to be in Chicagoland. Their Wicker Park location is the urban version, a chill spot in a busy area, a bit more upbeat but an oasis nonetheless. These guys just know what they're doing. If you are thinking going, do yourself a favor and go.“

“Delightful food choices that are always tasty“

“Great italian food and good service.“

“Love this place! We eat here frequently on Sundays!“

“This is a fantastic new spot located at the Wilmette Public Golf Course ⛳️✨ The place has been completely renovated and looks fresh and modern, which really adds to the overall vibe 😍 The menu is thoughtfully put together by an experienced manager named John, and you can tell there’s a lot of care behind it 👍 The food is great, and they also offer an impressive selection of top-shelf spirits 🍸

It’s exciting that the menu is still evolving, and I’m really looking forward to seeing how it develops over the summer ☀️ They’re planning an open-wall concept that will blend the indoor and outdoor spaces, along with a spacious patio where you can relax and enjoy drinks with friends 🍹 Definitely a place worth checking out!“

“Chill and good vibes All night“

“I stopped in on a Friday evening and was pleased to sit at the bar and chat with the accommodating and attentive staff. My water glass never went empty. I appreciate the wines could be ordered in smaller 3 ounce pours which allows one to be able to sample the various offerings. The ambiance was warm and quaint and the evening ended with an acoustic set by musician Doug Bardolph.“

“Not a bad item on their entire menu! By far one of the best places in the Sauganash/Edgebrook neighborhood.“

“100% recommended they have nice lists of the bottles of Italian wines and local. the food it's very very delicious thanks for come to this neighborhood 😀“

“Great customer service and food“

“My favorite Italian restaurant in the northern suburbs. Great food and awesome atmosphere 👍.“

“I loved this place! The Cinnamon Roll Waffles and the Ham and Cheese Omelette were absolutely amazing! The staff was great as well. I will definitely go back when I'm in town again.“

“We had an excellent experience at Jackman & Co. The food was excellent, especially the cinnamon buns and the hash browns. I think those were the best hash browns I've ever tasted! And, to make it even better, while our food took longer than expected to arrive, the wonderful staff comp'd part of our check. They went above and beyond, even though we didn't complain to them about the wait. You can tell they have high standards for their restaurant. They've won my loyalty! Highly recommend.“

“The best Mexican food and drinks in the area! Great service and friendly staff - always going the extra mile!“

“Brewpoint is a gem in the Western suburbs of Chicago. I am entirely blessed to live blocks from their craft location on York. Exposed brick, chandeliers, and a plant wall surrounds you - a grateful reprieve from cookie cutter Starbucks decor. Coffee, matcha, and baked goods are top notch (haven't tried cocktails or charcuterie yet). A wonderful mix of professionals, college students, community organizers, and socially conscious suburban moms escaping the kids (I'm sure I'm missing wonderful others). Sometimes I'm not sure how I manage to keep living in the suburbs when the city is still home for me after 10 years in Elmhurst, but Brewpoint certainly makes it easier.“

“Perfect combination of esthetic decor, unique menu and signature cocktails!“

“We ate at Phase Three today at the recommendation of my doctor. And it did NOT disappoint. We even got a complimentary meal from the Executive Chef so he didn’t waste the plate after taking pictures of his new special. To say the food was amazing is an understatement. There were so many flavors and they all blended so dang well. They even had some unique beer option that we brought home. If your down in the Chicago area or willing to make the trip, it’s definitely worth it“

“Everything was great. From the food to the service and even the prices. My husband and I went for Valentines day. We got the V-Day which was a birria pizza n desert for $25. My husband had the ground beef enchilada dinner. We both had a passion fruit margarita. The birria pizza was cooked to perfection. The meat was seasoned, tender, and tasty. The consome was 10 out of 10. My husband said every in the enchiladas dinner was good. The owner and his wife are very friendly. The wife took the order and had a wonderful conversation with us. Food didn't take long to prepare. Great experience will be back soon.“

“Nice place, nice people. It's a bar but they have pizzas which I will request to be less well done next time as I like my food closer to the raw side.... They also have the polish zapiekanki which I did not try.... Some of the karaoke singers were really good. Looks like it's not just regulars here which surprised me.“

“I had a great time with Dzika Fitness and Brunch after was delicious.“

“Customer service is great. I had the roasted chicken and tamales. There were pieces of corn in every bite of the tamale, and the chicken was moist. Do not forget to try a margarita.“

“Went there yesterday for dinner had the best nachos ever for an appetizer The guacamole was the best guacamole it was incredible really love the salsa and I would have to say that was the best chicken quesadillas I ever had at a restaurant And the waitress we had was great she was super nice and very helpful when we had questions we would be definitely coming back :)“

“Had the Rose burger and it was 👌🏻“

“I absolutely love this place! I live in Highland Park, so I find myself visiting often, and each time is a great experience. The service is awesome, and the staff is kind. The only thing is that the music is too loud!!!“

“Repeat customer at Beats and Brunch that exceeded my expectations, again! The attention to detail by GM Eric was outstanding, making our entire brunch experience feel like VIP service. Our server, Zero, was exceptional, and the bar’s drink selection was impressive. The staff was friendly and welcoming across the board. For a more intimate vibe, the Chef’s Table is the perfect spot — but if you want to feel the energy and dance vibes, grab a table by the DJ!“

“Tuesday is their $1 wings deal of the day and they are fantastic! We also had the 3 sliders combo and they were also fantastic!“

“Such great food, great atmosphere and service! stop thinking about stopping in, do it! Shout out to our server Shae from Jason and Jade!“

“Need a place for a party? Yanna's is a great choice. We recently celebrated my sister's birthday party at Yanna's Speakeasy for 36 people and it was absolutely outstanding. The food was delicious, beautifully displayed and enjoyed in our group. Yanna was excellent to work with. What really made the afternoon unforgettable was the use of the barbershop area for the murder mystery experience -it added such a fun and unique atmosphere. Every detail was handled perfectly, and our guests are still talking about what a memorable party it was. I highly recommend this place for a venue for any occasion.“