50 Best Bars near Itasca

“Awesome food and drinks! But you have to sit in Katrina’s section. You won’t be disappointed. She’s knowledgeable, honest, and funny! Your experience will be better if she’s your server!“

“My boyfriend and I are visiting Chicago from Pennsylvania for a concert. We wanted to try deep dish pizza but when we got there we saw they had so many yummy options (and got the deep dish to go 😉). This restaurant does not play about flavor. I got the bow tie vodka pasta with a side of meatballs; the meatballs were very tender & the pasta had a wonderful cheesy flavor. Their lasagna soup was wonderful and had a bold flavor. My boyfriend got a burger melt and the beef was seasoned perfectly and the caramelized onions meshed very well; also you can never go wrong with fresh cut fries.
We ended up having to get to-go boxes because the proportions were generous. Lastly, I believe our waitresses name was Jaimie (I’m sure I butchered that, I cannot spell to save my life.) and she was extremely friendly despite how awkward we can be. She didn’t fail to make us feel welcome. (Also the decor is so cute.) I would recommend this place!!“

“Great venue and room for our wedding shower. Staff was on point and food was excellent!“

“Pete's has become our favorite date spot. We came in February for Valentine's Day, and have been four times since, including this past weekend for my birthday. It is always fun, there are always new songs, and the performers are amazingly talented. Christian, Tony, Anthony and Jeremy (sorry for any misspellings) are very creative, charismatic and always put on a great show. Our favorite servers are Bree and Miriam. Can't wait to come back!“

“We’ve been going there for years and they have always been great. Most recently they have expanded their food and drink list. The Pilipino beef curry is hands down amazing!! The crew is always great and makes awesome drinks.“

“We hosted a party at the Patina Wine Bar in Mt Prospect last weekend and cannot say enough great things about this place. The staff is so wonderful! Everyone was so nice and easy to work with. The food was all so delicious and I could’ve stayed hours later trying all the wonderful wines they had.“

“Extensive selection of whiskeys and food menu. Good for quick bites or something more substantial.

Went for the pesto chicken with sweet potato tots, delicious. Mango lime cake is the highlight, light and refreshing!

Natalie and crew are very attentive and great company.

A must visit when in the Lombard area. Cheers!!“

“great place. good people and awesome food!!“

“great food and great staff.“

“All I know is that the food is so good that I have been here 3 times since it opened (Which has been less then 6 months). I know I should branch out and try the other offerings but I just really love the Tori Paitan and will be back more when the cooler weather is fully settled in.
I also sincerely appreciate that there are good non-alcoholic mixed drinks, because sometimes someone just wants a fun mixed drink but none of the alcohol and there's quite a few options here- expanded even from the menu pictured on Google. There's a really good Yuzu based drink that I also keep getting that is my favorite.
The atmosphere is higher end but not pretentious, and cozy while still being open.

I look forward to bringing more of my friends here.

Parking: Fair amount of parking but it's in a strip mall with other restaurants so you're not always able to find a spot immediately. There's usually more parking in the back“

“For bar-and-grill just coming in the town need a place to stop offers a good place to stop and close to my hotel Good friendly service food was decent If I ever come back this way I'll go back again“

“Great food great service Waitresses are really nice yes I'd recommend this Restaurant Bon Apettit“

“A relaxed, friendly atmosphere makes this place one of our favorites. Megan and her colleagues behind the bar are a big reason why we love coming here. Oh, and the beer is cold, too.“

“Veronica was great. Very prompt with her service and courteous along the way. I would come again“

“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.“

“Great bar I love the bar fell!“

“Old school, shot and a beer, long time mainstay Bensenville tavern.“

“I visited this bar today and let me tell you, the bartender “Mya” is got to be the best server there. She was nice, attentive(even she was occupied with other customers) and she was an overall great bartender. Will come again when traveling to O-hare.“

“Had a private party here to celebrate my 50th birthday 🎉 All the guests loved the atmosphere. Everyone raved about the food and drinks 🥰 Their attentive service was much appreciated. Fabulous experience!!“

“We hosted my daughters baby shower this past weekend at Rebel in Lombard and Jonny, Joe and his staff were wonderful!!! The food was excellent, everyone raved about the Bang Bang Cauliflower. Great time had by all!! Thank you for making our day extra special!!!“

“Love this place, not enough to move to Illinois but if I did, I would be a regular. Thanks to our server/bartender for a great afternoon. We will be back when next in the area.“

“they have busch light on draft!“

“Wonderful place to have a meal. The Dunkley Burgers is awesome!“

“I’ve been coming for over 30 years nowhere comes close to your food. Always consistent— authentic and fabulous food!“

“My neighborhood meeting place. Great food, drinks, people, and atmosphere“

“We were in Chicago from the Puyallup Wa area. We are always on the lookout for a great neighborhood bar, and this is it! We arrived at a bit of a lull and got a seat at the bar.
The waitress was great. She took care of us and the other guests were very friendly, even sharing their Trader Joe’s popcorn, and even bought us shots.
If you are in the area this bar is a must visit for a good hometown feel even when you are across the country!“

“Great atmosphere, great staff! Highly recommend“

“Had an Italian beef sandwich here today and it was very good. Not as good as Johnnie's or Al's, but still very good considering that you're at the airport. Plenty of peppers and giardiniera if you ask for it spicy. Service was very quick and friendly as well. Not a big ship, just a little bar that serves Chicago dogs and Italian beef and for for good prices. A great find!!“

“best bar in town- like the show Cheers, always a great time“

“Great spot to perform Karaoke. DJ Eric The Icon is amazing and Karaoke is Thurs-Sun !! - A. Ron“

“Great brewery. Good selection of their own and a lot of good guest beers available. You'll find something you'll like. Along with wine and spirits. Great atmosphere and friendly staff and patrons. Worth a visit for sure.

Parking: Easy and a lot.

Wheelchair accessibility: It's accessible.“

“Cheers. This is a quintessential dive bar where everybody eventually knows your name. A good place to be alone or regale with friends. I’ve visited at least a half dozen times and the experience has been fine. Trish and the other bartenders have been attentive and quite friendly. I’ll be back time and time again.“

“friendly place to have a drink and relax“

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

“Always had a great experience there. Will, the bartender, is great!!!“

“This is not just your average bar. This is THEE Horseshoe Inn not just the horseshoe inn. There's a difference... This place has and is the epitome of history and mystery!! It's a place full of locals that you can only find here!! It's got a fascinating back story and a ton of not just local history but Chicago history.! This is one of the places that the Irish Mafia used to hang out in!!! A place where the murder mystery is alive and unsolved!!! You come to a place like this and you can feel the history, feel it in your soul!! You want to check this place out!!! Ask anyone here about the history and they will tell you straight out!! Are you in the mood for a drink??? Get it here!! Are you in the mood for a quick bite?? Well you can get it here too along with a nice fresh tap or bottle of what ever beer you like!!! So let me tell you that if you are a ghost hunter?? You can find some ghosts here!! Are you a ghost buster?? Don't come here because they like their ghosts!! I hope this helps!! If you have enjoyed reading this review please like it! If not that's cool too!! I hope you have read this review and at least tried this place! If not that's cool too!! Enjoy!!!

Dietary restrictions: Are you really on a diet?

Parking: Smaller lot but plenty of parking!

Kid-friendliness: Not really sure if you want to bring your kid to a bar if that's your scene go right ahead!!

Wheelchair accessibility: You got a chair you can get inside!!“

“If you’re looking for the perfect blend of great drinks, welcoming atmosphere, and top-notch service, Miner Tavern in Des Plaines is the place to be. The bartenders are friendly and know their craft, the cocktails are expertly made, and the beer selection has something for everyone. The vibe strikes the perfect balance between cozy and lively—whether you’re stopping by for a casual drink or a night out with friends. The attention to detail in the decor gives it a unique character, and the food? Way better than your average bar fare! If you haven’t been yet, do yourself a favor and check it out. This place is pure gold!“

“Great food and staff. Clean.“

“My daughter and son in law invited us to their regular watering hole since we were visiting from out of town.
Dee was an excellent bar tender and made sure we never went dry. I didn't get a chance to try the food but it was a fun environment and atmosphere.“

“👍 great place. Stop by and make some friends“

“Fun place to be very friendly and good music.“

“Got my traditional pre-flight drink here on Monday. It was ~$14. There's limited seating at the bar itself. Not sure if you can take the drinks to the surrounding tables, though I assume you can. The bartender allowed me to bring food from the bakery and eat it at the bar. While I was gone he put a napkin over my drink. I love that! It's a little reminder to others that I'll be back and not to mess with my drink! Great place run by great people!“

“Great entertainment for a night out. Throwback songs and originals. Quality entertainment with a friendly atmosphere.“

“Best bar in Elmhurst. Great staff and good people.“

“An impromptu decision to stop by the Privilege bar this evening after a long work day turned out to be the best decision for a relaxing evening. The bar located at the rooftop of the Mondrian Itaewon in Seoul only opens from 6pm and we arrived half an hour earlier but the staff on duty was accommodating to allow us to take a seat and have a look around. Great panoramic view and we arrived just in time to catch the sunset. Love the vibe and music choice. Met with Tobbig Shin, F&B Assistant / Bar Manager who arrived from Singapore after a short stint doing a pop up in Mondrian Singapore. Highly recommend to try their signature cocktail “The P.T (Privilege Gin & Tonic)”, 5 stars for creativity and distinct taste, the pairing of Sonbi Gin and tonic. Jay, the Bartender served us and he graciously included a very detailed introduction - Sonbi Gin is distilled from 100% corn. Made with 10 botanicals including juniper, Schisandra berries, Chinese licorice, grains of paradise, cassia, green cardamom, coriander, lemon peel, orris root, and Angelica root. We had a second cocktail at their recommendation, Sun & Moon, made with Tokki Soju Black Label, Roasted Barley, Lemon, Pineapple and Crafted Moon Candy. Will definitely be back the next time I’m in Seoul!“

“Great place! My first time here and the staff and owners were all very welcoming and when I went back the next day they all remembered my name, feels like home here. My friend won big on the machines!$$$ They have amazing pizza served with seasoning. I will definitely be making this my new neighborhood hangout!“

“Amazing service with extensive wine listing and delicious menu. Got to try the 7-finger pork chop.“