15 Best Cocktail Bars near Gurnee

Pips Meadery / The Parlor at Pips Meadery Bar • $$
1350 Tri State Pkwy Ste 124, Gurnee

“There is nothing about this place I don't recommend. The meads are amazing, their Cocktail Master is amazing at coming up with unusual combinations, and is great fun to talk to. The music mix is great as well (but possibly because I'm old 😁)! Overall, the place is extremely welcoming, with a selection of games and sofas so you can sit and enjoy your drinks and socialize.“

4.9 Superb45 Reviews
Mijo's Authentic Mexican Food Mexican •
Gurnee

“Where do I begin? Welcoming atmosphere, clean restaurant, and attentive service. I'm not a margarita fan, but I thoroughly enjoy my strawberry margarita and would enjoy again! My fiancé ordered salsa and chips for an appetizer and we were both happily surprised with the fresh chips and tasty green salsa! After enjoying our appetizer we both ordered their three taco dinner special for taco Tuesday. My fiancé order steak tacos and I ordered a combination of chicken tinga, chorizo, and their house special campechano. Everything was amazing!!! My fiancé enjoys the spicier salsas and was offered a habenero red salsa. We sampled all three that was received and have nothing but good things to say about them all. Thank you for an amazing dinning experience tonight, can't wait to come back and enjoy a new dish in the near future! ☺️🌮🌯“

4.7 Superb29 Reviews
North Shore Distillery, LLC Cocktail Bar • $$
13990 W Rockland Rd, Libertyville - 6.2 miles

“First visit tonight and it was a blast! The owners are kind and ran a fun event. The space is an old kitchen furniture showroom if some kind so it has a lot of fun, unique spaces to hang out. I'll be back!Navigation tip: it's attached to the back of the Harley Davidson dealership. The GPS was very confused about where I should turn.“

5 Superb20 Reviews
Fair Haven Lanes Cocktail Bar • $
711 E Hawley St, Mundelein - 8.29 miles

“Best bowling alley in the area. Had a great time!!! Definitely a hidden jem!“

4.3 Superb13 Reviews
The Board Room Libertyville American • $$
137 Lake St, Libertyville - 6.24 miles

Customers` Favorites

Wild Mushroom & Black Truffle Flatbread
Chicken \u0026 Potato Flautas
Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad
Lollipop Amish Chicken Wings
Butter Torte Bananas Foster
Pan Seared Blackened Tuna
Korean Beef Crispy Tacos
Brunch Charcuterie Board
Small Charcuterie Board
Coconut Shrimp Bao Buns

“This was our first visit and won’t be our last. We shared the charcuterie board, bao buns, and the cookie skillet. All were very good. Our server was helpful and appropriately attentive. Bar service was very good. 100% recommend. Would be particularly fun for a group (lots of items for sharing). We will go back and work our way through the menu! We watched a few groups enjoy many items and one looked better than the next.“

4.5 Superb440 Reviews
Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant Mexican • $
101 W Rockland Rd, Libertyville - 6.9 miles

Customers` Favorites

Skirt Steak Burrito
Beef Barbacoa 16 Oz
Taco Plate Lengua
Cheese Quesadilla
Birria Soup Small
Quesabirria Tacos
Shrimp Cocktail
Veggie Burrito
Shrimp Burrito
Chips & Salsa

“I haven't gone to eat in the restaurant yet but we have ordered several times and the food is so good. Definitely would recommend!“

4.5 Superb103 Reviews
La Chuparosa Waukegan's Premier Mexican Restaurant Cocktail Bar • $$
760 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan - 0.96 miles

“The food, atmosphere and service were great! We are definitely coming back and will be sharing our pleasant and satisfied experience with our family and friends.“

4.5 Superb35 Reviews
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Spinz American • $
North Chicago - 4.96 miles

“I ordered delivery for my son for his birthday. Although, they don’t have pasta I was able to get him some wings and a pizza. They gave me an estimated time frame but delivered before it. They also gave me a courtesy call before showing up. He said the food was delicious as well. Therefore, they get a five star from us ?“

4.5 Superb31 Reviews
White Hart Pub Pubs • $$
255 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest - 8.92 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fish and Chips

“This was exactly the vibe that I was looking for for a nice meal before Christmas. I’ve never been to Deer Path but I am so glad I went. The cocktails were great, the service was fantastic and the food was delicious. I loved the fireplace vibes too.“

4.5 Superb10 Reviews
Lucky Duck Asian • $$
204 E Wisconsin Ave, Lake Forest - 8.59 miles

Customers` Favorites

Manhattan Transfer

“Awesome Cocktail and Small Plate experienced“

4.3 Superb11 Reviews
Eleven19 kitchen & cocktails Seafood • $$
1119 10th St, North Chicago - 3.5 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Fried Catfish Grits and Scrambled Eggs
Fried Catfish & Fried Chicken Wings
Lamb Chops with a Baked Potato
Honey Hot Chicken and Catfish
Fried Catfish Filet and Grits
Fried Shrimp & Chicken Wings
Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
Macaroni and Cheese
Lobster Tail Dinner
Mini Seafood Boil

“In town for the week and stumbled across this place. So happy I did cause the food was great and the customer service was on point, very family oriented vibes and was very affordable. Thank you 😊“

4.3 Superb135 Reviews
Maevery Public House American • $$
20 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff - 6.89 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pork Shank Up Front Thick Cut Filet Behind
Filet Mignon and Pork Shank
Fried Shishito Peppers
House Smoked BBQ Ribs
Fried Shrimp Starter
Berkshire Pork Shank
Everything Pretzel
Gnocchi Pomodoro
Brisket Sandwich
Steak & Potatoes

“We picked Maevery last minute for our son's navy graduation dinner and it didn't dissapoint. They accommodated a last minute reservation and put us in a corner great table for easy catching up. Service was great (which we didn't experience in multiple fine dining restaurants downtown) and food was yummy and a good selection. .. they had awesome recommendations and treated us wonderfully! Didn't rush us and from 5-6pm we nearly had the place to ourselves before the dinner rush! Highly recommended by this out of town visiting family! Thank You (from Southern CA) We will be back if we are in Chicago again!“

4.1 Good73 Reviews
Oaken Bar + Bistro American • $$
200 N Field Dr, Lake Forest - 8.76 miles

Customers` Favorites

Braised Short Ribs GF
Roasted Salmon
The Burger

“We had such a great experience here for a weekend dinner. We were looking for a dinned spot in the area and there weren't many options to select from. It was a very slow evening and the service was great. The Crispy Gochujang Shrimp starter was the highlight—perfectly cooked, generously sized shrimp with a tangy-spicy glaze that had just the right amount of kick. We split the Smash Burger and Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich, and both were packed with flavor and super satisfying. The portions were generous, and everything tasted fresh and well-seasoned. Only miss was the truffle fries upgrade—not much truffle flavor, so I'd skip that next time. But otherwise, highly recommend for a tasty and casual brunch or lunch. We'll definitely be back!“

4.1 Good86 Reviews
Buttermilk Cafe Breakfast • $$
925 Milwaukee Ave Unit 500, Vernon Hills - 9.03 miles

Customers` Favorites

Simple Served French Toast Added Bananas and Chocolate Chips
Chicken Fried Chicken Skillet
Chorizo Gravy and Biscuits
Stuffed Biscuit Sandwich
Lemon Blueberry Pancakes
Corned Beef Hash N' Eggs
Cinnamon Roll Pancakces
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
The Whole Farm Sandwich
Honey Butter Biscuit

“The first thing you notice is the farm house decor. The menu is American fare with a hint of some southern dishes. The staff is great considering it can get busy after 8:30 am. There’s plenty of parking and weather permitting. They have outside seating.“

4 Good219 Reviews
129 Center Cut Steak House • $$
129 Center St, Grayslake - 7.34 miles

Customers` Favorites

Margherita Flatbread Pizza
Lobster Mac and Cheese
Tempura Shrimp Skewers
Wagyu Steak Sandwich
Macaroni and Cheese
Stuffed Mushrooms
Braised Short Rib
Bone-In Pork Chop
French Onion Soup
Mashed Potatoes

“It's the only restaurant my whole family will agree on! The food and service are consistently fantastic. I appreciate their frequent changing drink menus and food offerings. The bar and windows throughout give it an open, modern feel. Can't wait for summer when they open the large front windows...“

3.6 Good148 Reviews