50 Best Bars near Northbrook

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

“Try their chili! It is the best. Great atmosphere.“

“I usually wait a day or two before reviewing a place. But I have to say this place is doing it right ! Walked in on a Monday early evening, and surprisingly it was bumpin’. Ordered the throwback Cheeseburger, served with crisp light steak fries, and a classic dill pickle strip. Everyone was watching the Sox game, the dining room was busy and the outside patio is a great place to chill and watch the outdoor tv. Great spot for weeknight drinks and cozy evenings with friends and co-workers.“

“Love the vibes and food! Come here with your friends!!“

“This is one of the best Mexican Cuisine Restaraunts I have ever had , very authentic. We had the quesabirrias and they were so good. Fresh food served here . Our server Gina was the best . Since we walked in she had a smile on her face , Her attitude and positiveness caught my attention. I had a wonderful fast service with Gina . I will definitely recommend this place to my friends . Thanks to Gina and the restaraunts amazing food I will definitely come back !“

“Celebrated my birthday and enjoyed wonderful dinner with my husband!❤️“

“Great rooms and very friendly staff. They did a great job at helping us understand how the rooms worked and how we can pick the different songs of our choice. Bartenders are very kind and helpful. I would recommend this spot if you are on the search of something to do with friends“

“My husband and I are visiting from Arizona and were meeting some friends in The Glen. We planned on going to The Yardhouse, but thought it was too noisy. Saw the reviews for The Oak and we were so glad we did. The burger I had was the best burger I have ever had, our friend felt the same. My husband and our other friend had the rueben, they loved them also. We left the restaurant and we were going to take individual pics, then this really nice guy offered to take a picture of all of us. He was so very nice. Guess what, he was the owner. We will definitely be back on our next visit here and our friends will be back sooner. Great food!!!!“

“They support live music entertainment!“

“Wow. I had the soup/stew. It was great. Don't miss the garden. Koi pond. Lester the owner has stories. This is where waiters and waitresses go.“

“We hosted my husband’s 50th birthday last weekend there and I can’t say enough good things!!! From start to finish an incredible experience and so much fun! I plan events for a living and working with Ma O’Briens was the easiest, most helpful and amazing experience.“

“Looking forward to visiting again 😊😊“

“Erin was our server and was awesome. The chicken sandwich I had was amazing. The Mexican corn side was also amazing. My father had a burger which was huge and he said delicious. I will definitely come back again.“

““The Gallery made my wife’s surprise 75th birthday celebration absolutely unforgettable. Cecilia handled every detail with warmth and professionalism—helping me find a photographer, musician, flowers, and balloons that made the evening shine. Guests enjoyed passed hors d’oeuvres followed by a beautifully paced five-course dinner, complete with honey-inspired cocktails (using our own honey!) and a honey mustard salad dressing the chef created just for us. The food, wine pairings, and service were all outstanding—friendly, polished, and perfectly timed. The room’s unpretentious elegance and local artwork created the ideal setting for a night full of laughter, connection, and joy. Mission accomplished!”“

“Inside, outside, early night, late night, no matter when or where, it’s always fantastic, every single time. The spicy feta is great, the chicken kabobs, martinis, coffees, have never had anything not fantastic!“

“Great place. Very friendly staff.“

“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.“

“I just took my 12 year old nephew here as a surprise adventure. The place is amazing! It’s well laid out. There is plenty to do for every one. The staff was friendly and went above and beyond. And the prices are reasonable for both games and the bar. We will definitely be back.“

“I ordered online to have my food delivered to the hotel that I was staying at. Everything was nice and fresh.

The burger was large and had so much flavor. Fries were nice and crispy too. I'm glad I decided to order local for my trip! Thank you! 🙌🏻“

“It is always a pleasure dining here. Wonderful service is always provided. Great food with large portions. The cocktails are amazing! Let’s not forget the tasty appetizers and scrumptious desserts!!! GA must try!! You will not be disappointed!!“

“This is one of those rare first-time stops that you make in life. You have a beverage, the clientele and staff make you feel welcome, & soon you're part of this warm, friendly family. Stay well!“

“Great Pub great staff 🇮🇪👍👍“

“A great spot to hangout and grab a drink.“

“Everything was wonderful Service was great. Friendly atmosphere“

“The Cheeseburger on a Pretzel bun was very good and I would recommend it. I like their selection of German & Craft beers. I will be back at the Old Munich Tavern next Friday.“

“Best place to go staff is the best and owner is awesome!!!“

“Great neighborhood tavern! Friendly local professionals! A working mans bar !“

“It is a fun place to hang out. Very good pool tables. Fun people. The
only negative for me was the burger. Patties were very thin and overcooked. Not much of condiments on the bun. Top bun had no condiments at all just the bun. Pretty bland overall. But still a good place to go have some beers and play pool, just don't expect much for food, at least based on my one time experience.“

“Great local ! Makes you feel like you’re welcomed“

“Stopped in today and was hoping to see the owner. I met him when Violet’s first opened. Maria was there today. I really enjoyed our conversation. 😀“

“Amazing space, great bartenders, great vibes and awesome music!“

“We visited this amazing establishment last night and ordered the filet and the Manhattan strip for our entrées with a side of the mushrooms, and it was possibly one of the best steaks we had had. Our server and Jesse was wonderful, and when he wasn’t available home, there was another manager who came and brought items out, so there was no delay in service while he was attending another customer and socialized at the table. We dined outside on the patio underneath the heat lamp and lights. The Barn was the perfect atmosphere for our relaxing evening together. We were very pleased with all that we ordered as well as the service. We would highly recommend the Barn restaurant to others.“

“Nomu is seriously one of those ramen spots you keep thinking about after you leave. 🍜🔥 The ramen is flavorful, comforting, and just hits the spot every single time. Definitely the kind of place where you finish your bowl already thinking about when you can come back. Can’t wait for my next visit! 😍“

“Never heard of this place but caught sight of it on the way to Superdawg. Looked like a good place for after lunch drink. Perfect corner bar. Pretty crowded actually but you can tell how friendly a place is when they make room for you. Great bar, everyone was happy, service was great. Lots of TVs and not overly loud. Great bar.“

“This place is great! Personable staff and owner, always a game on the TV, always a cold drink and a warm smile. 11/10“

“Modern Italian Restaurant with great service and food.“

“Absolutely love this place especially when Rosario is working, she is very friendly and very helpful. She is always making sure you have a drink or need anything. I really enjoy my time being there when she is there . She makes this place feel so much fun!“

“spots in the area to watch a Bears game. The energy is perfect — TVs everywhere, great sound, and the crowd actually feels like a community.

The food is consistently great (way above typical bar food), and it’s obvious the ownership really cares about the place. You can tell in the details — the place is spotless, from the front tables to the bathrooms, and everything feels well run.

The bartenders are fast, friendly, and know their stuff, whether you’re ordering a draft, a cocktail, or just asking what’s good to eat. Service is always quick even when it’s packed, and you never feel ignored.

If you’re looking for a clean, well-run bar with great food, great service, and the perfect setup for a Bears Sunday, Filonek’s is the spot.“

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

“I miss this place. It was my regular spot in 2007 & 2008 before I moved back to California. Very diverse crowd of regulars from different walks of life, but everyone knew each other. Jim is awesome. If I could still give him my money for alcohol, I would.“

“This place is amazing!! The atmosphere right away is cozy and welcoming. The son who runs things up front was very friendly and explained the menu and how everything is homemade by his parents. The food was delicious with very generous portions. Overall, one of the best restaurant experiences I’ve had. I will definitely be returning!“

“Great bar to hang out and they even do private parties.“

“So in love with this new establishment! I've been counting the days until opening and it did not disappoint. The mid-century vibe is totally on point. Can't wait to check out the monthly cocktail in the new year (the Flannel, December's offering was perfect)!“

“Great place. Been going for over 50 years. Cash only is no problem. Food is great and beer selection is outstanding. A true gem on the north shore. Wisconsin road house in Glenveiw.“

“Ethno Restaurant made my birthday truly magical! 💙

The food was absolutely delicious, the atmosphere with live music was incredible, and the entire team was exceptionally professional, making the evening feel so special.

A special thank you to Aman — 100% out of 100%! His service was outstanding. I never had to remind him of anything; he anticipated our needs, paid attention to every detail, and understood us without a word.

Thanks to the entire Ethno team, I now have one more beautiful memory that I will cherish for years to come. Besides, their team created a very nice video of our celebration!
Thank you for making my birthday so unforgettable! ❤“

“We had an enjoyable dinner celebrating my birthday. Great food, good drinks, exceptional service…“

“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!!“

“It was karaoke night on Friday. Of course it's going to be loud. A lot of good people there seen my high school sweetheart And my best buddy Skipper and his high school sweetheart five of us had a great time. Got to do it again unfortunately. I'm from Alabama. Long ride out there but I'll do it again. Lot of good people came in there“

“Great place for a local hangout with friends, family and even your furry companions. Chill atmosphere, fantastic service and suburban affordability!“