What a great hometown restaurant always the freshest food excellent tasting. But make sure to get there early for lunch as seats go fast. Highly recommend for the food and the excellent service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cameron Joe
The best not so secret hidden gem in town. This is my favorite watering hole.
Catherine and Amanda are excellent service team. They remember me and my order every time.
The vibes are so friendly and welcoming. Everyone in here including other patrons feel like old friends.
I come almost every other week.
Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly bar and grill. My 2 year old loves it
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Towner
This is really a nice little place! The fishfry and fried chicken were outstanding!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Amanda F
So good. Excellent service, amazing burgers at a really great price. PS- try the clam chowder.
Lawrence S.
Food and atmosphere is awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potato Salad
Patricia Steffy
Food was very good, nice, friendly atmosphere. Don't judge a book by it's cover! Will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrea Bartels
Stepping into this place feels like a nostalgic flashback to a simpler dining experience. They offer weekly specials, with a focus on comfort classics like burgers, Italian beef, and, this week, a fish fry.
While I wasn't a fan of the cod nuggets—they were a bit dry—others at my table had the perch and absolutely loved it. The meal comes with a variety of side options, including my favorite: sweet potato fries.
The bar area is another highlight—a friendly spot with a well-stocked selection and TVs for entertainment. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dennis Errichiello
My wife and I were driving through Lake Bluff and stumbled upon Rita's Bar & Grill. We were immediately greeted by Shannon, the friendly bartender, who made us feel right at home. Despite running the entire front of house herself, her service was impeccable.
We both decided on the patty melt - my wife with the classic marble rye and I with sourdough. While we waited, Shannon brought us a sample of their homemade potato salad, which was absolutely delicious!
Our food arrived quickly, and the fries immediately caught my eye. They were the perfect size - crispier and tastier than those skinny fast-food fries. The patty melt itself was perfectly grilled, and the burger was juicy and flavorful. My only minor quibble was that the burger patty was a bit smaller than the bread. It wasn't a deal-breaker, but having burger in every bite would have been ideal.
Rita's clearly has a rich history, evident in the well-worn bar and the photos lining the walls. If I lived closer, this would definitely be my new local hangout. The food was great, and Shannon's fantastic service made our visit even better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Angela Mirretti
The patty melt was amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dean VandenBiesen
Came here for Sunday football and a bite to eat. Amanda was working the bar and dining area. Being a brewery and tap room owner I take notice when I see someone special putting forth enthusiasm and love for her craft. She took care of everything with that extra spring in her step. The atmosphere and food here a great, but servers like Amanda make it extra special. This place is unique with a beautiful old bar and great ambiance. I’ll be proud to bring my friends back with me.
Small local restaurant with great service and home made food. Would definitely come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ryan Wallin
The atmosphere is awesome, the love for the game. The workers home made each is a have to eat, IT IS
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Garry Faegenburg
Food is excellent here and don't forget to order the Potato Salad!! Yummy. And thanks for Cathy being so kind as to grace my passenger seat with her presence. Sweetest lady to ever sit there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potato Salad
Karol Slowikowski
Way better option than that OTB bar down the street. Food here is delicious and service is fast and funny. Would recommend the burger, but they do fish fries on the weekends.
Perch and walleye and bluegill on the menu on Saturdays and Fridays is very hard to resist. I love this place. A highly underrated dive bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Patty Melt
Robert Elkin
Love the simple life. Great old school supper club atmosphere.
What a great hometown restaurant always the freshest food excellent tasting. But make sure to get there early for lunch as seats go fast. Highly recommend for the food and the excellent service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best not so secret hidden gem in town. This is my favorite watering hole.
Catherine and Amanda are excellent service team. They remember me and my order every time.
The vibes are so friendly and welcoming. Everyone in here including other patrons feel like old friends.
I come almost every other week.
Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly bar and grill. My 2 year old loves it
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is really a nice little place! The fishfry and fried chicken were outstanding!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
So good. Excellent service, amazing burgers at a really great price. PS- try the clam chowder.
Food and atmosphere is awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potato Salad
Food was very good, nice, friendly atmosphere. Don't judge a book by it's cover! Will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stepping into this place feels like a nostalgic flashback to a simpler dining experience. They offer weekly specials, with a focus on comfort classics like burgers, Italian beef, and, this week, a fish fry.
While I wasn't a fan of the cod nuggets—they were a bit dry—others at my table had the perch and absolutely loved it. The meal comes with a variety of side options, including my favorite: sweet potato fries.
The bar area is another highlight—a friendly spot with a well-stocked selection and TVs for entertainment. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wife and I were driving through Lake Bluff and stumbled upon Rita's Bar & Grill. We were immediately greeted by Shannon, the friendly bartender, who made us feel right at home. Despite running the entire front of house herself, her service was impeccable.
We both decided on the patty melt - my wife with the classic marble rye and I with sourdough. While we waited, Shannon brought us a sample of their homemade potato salad, which was absolutely delicious!
Our food arrived quickly, and the fries immediately caught my eye. They were the perfect size - crispier and tastier than those skinny fast-food fries. The patty melt itself was perfectly grilled, and the burger was juicy and flavorful. My only minor quibble was that the burger patty was a bit smaller than the bread. It wasn't a deal-breaker, but having burger in every bite would have been ideal.
Rita's clearly has a rich history, evident in the well-worn bar and the photos lining the walls. If I lived closer, this would definitely be my new local hangout. The food was great, and Shannon's fantastic service made our visit even better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The patty melt was amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Came here for Sunday football and a bite to eat. Amanda was working the bar and dining area. Being a brewery and tap room owner I take notice when I see someone special putting forth enthusiasm and love for her craft. She took care of everything with that extra spring in her step. The atmosphere and food here a great, but servers like Amanda make it extra special. This place is unique with a beautiful old bar and great ambiance. I’ll be proud to bring my friends back with me.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Small local restaurant with great service and home made food. Would definitely come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The atmosphere is awesome, the love for the game. The workers home made each is a have to eat, IT IS
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is excellent here and don't forget to order the Potato Salad!! Yummy. And thanks for Cathy being so kind as to grace my passenger seat with her presence. Sweetest lady to ever sit there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potato Salad
Way better option than that OTB bar down the street. Food here is delicious and service is fast and funny. Would recommend the burger, but they do fish fries on the weekends.
Perch and walleye and bluegill on the menu on Saturdays and Fridays is very hard to resist. I love this place. A highly underrated dive bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Patty Melt
Love the simple life. Great old school supper club atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potato Salad, Patty Melt
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