37 Best Gastropubs near Oak Park

“Stopped in yesterday for lunch, first-time visitors. Smash burger excellent, Cubano sandwich excellent, fries were outstanding. We sat at the bar and the young lady serving us was cheerful and attentive. We'll be back! Thank you! 🤗🍺👍“

“The food sounded fancy and tasted SO good! Our server, Andrew, came up with the most delicious drinks! Superb service! We’ll be back!!“

“One of our favorite places to eat when we’re in Chicago. Love the atmosphere, food and cocktails. Will be back soon.“

“We understand why it’s named Gretel… if you’re wondering where Hansel is, he starved to death waiting for his burger. To be fair, it’s one of the best burgers you can get in Chicago BUT you should not come here if you have any other plans that evening. It took 30 minutes longer to be seated than they initially told us (over an hour and a half total). Once we were seated, pretty sure the waiter forgot about us at our table, but it didn’t really matter because the vibes were high 👌🏼 The drinks were great, but consider bringing your own because you’ll grow a five o’clock shadow waiting for your next round. The host, Jonah, was the shining star of the evening and was truly hilarious. But our waitress kept trying to argue that “well” and “well done” were different levels of doneness, so that was annoying (and slightly concerning). Overall, the food was phenomenal, but it was a very slow experience - the antithesis of “fast” food.“

“They have a great selection of beers, and many of them are sour beers which is not easy to find in a lot of places. The food I had was simply delicious. I will definitely come back and suggest anyone who wants to have a good beer with better than regular brewery food try this place!“

“Yummy food! Awesome service! Full bar! Such fun vibes! Definitely check it out!“

“Such an amazing spot! A great addition to the neighborhood! The service is amazing, everyone who works here is so friendly, kind and attentive. The food is great (the santi spring rolls is a hit on the salty side however). This spot is not just great as a local spot, but also worth a trip. The outdoor patio area is so nice and has music and indoors, there’s a really charming atmosphere with a fireplace. Love it!“

“This is a really nice spot to hang out. It's quiet enough you can have a conversation and they have sports on the multiple TVs. When the weather is nice, they also have outdoor seating. The bar staff is friendly. They also have probably my favorite food in all of Avondale. I highly recommend the wings or the nachos, but everything I've had is very quality.“

“Excellent service and a lovely fireplace. I went Saturday night, which was very busy. Normally I go early evening during the week when it is quieter. The food is superior, not bar food at all. Just delicious. The wait staff is always pleasant and quick. This is a wonderful local spot.“

“Good ambience. Good food. Good service. My husband and I went there with another couple and were amazed with everything. We want to go again.“

“Amazing food here! Sticky bun with cream cheese frosting? And cheese curds fried on duck fat?!? Hell yes!“

“Best Old Fashioneds in all of Chicago ask for the M2 you won’t regret it“

“Food was awesome, service... Ehhh“

“Fabulous as always A Chicago go to for me“

“Cozy neighbor bar experience. A very nice draft beer selection. Wednesday’s are 1/2 off wine bottles.“

“This underrated Irish gastropub located on the corner of Lincoln and Sunnyside across from Wells Park in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. At first I was reluctant to go based on some old past reviews but decided that I needed to give it a try for myself. I was pleasantly greeted and immediately served a glass of water with a lemon wedge. I arrived during Happy Hour and ordered a Dirty Martini with Kettle One vodka. It was the BEST cleanest and clearest "Dirty Martini" I've ever received anywhere vs other places that were too cloudy with an overpowering amount of olive juice. As a regular favorite go-to drink of mine, it became CLEAR to me that for the first time I was finally served the perfect well balanced Dirty Martini. For starters, I was recommended by the bartender Ralph, the Crispy Goat Cheese that came with a tomato based sauce spread and lightly toasted Peasant bread. The goat cheese (my favorite) was perfectly fried warm and soft on the inside and a crispy light breading on the outside. It was amazingly delicious, hardy and dainty at the same time. The presentation was on point! Next was the Beet and Goat Cheese Salad without any meat added. By far, this is a true rock star of all salads. Not only is it very tasty but also heart healthy and provides great energy and libido. The baby spinach was fresh, crisp and CLEAN. All the other ingredients just made it all the more better which I paired with a glass of Pinot Grigio wine from Italy. On to the dessert, which was also recommended, Butterscotch Pecan Bread Pudding with Vanilla Bean Gelato. It blew me away. It was beautifully presented, warm, moist and just the right amount of sweetness. It was suggested that I have a small pour of dessert liqueur, Shanky's Whip, to pair together. It's a whiskey "blend" with vanilla and caramel tones and a Butterscotch aroma. I was truly taken back how delightful it tasted. Just when I thought my exceptional experience was over, I happen to get into a discussion about Ron Zacapa Rum made with virgin sugar cane. I learned about the process of how it's made and operated by a woman. It was very interesting topic. Ralph the bartender whipped up, on the spot, a new twist on the classic Old Fashioned cocktail using this premium Guatemalan rum. It was outstanding! I do hope they consider adding this to their regular cocktail menu. I would definitely order it again! Before I left, I did order a Reuben Sandwich to go for tomorrow's lunch. It had a good hefty amount of corned beef and still good the next day. To quickly point out a few things...they have 3 entrances. The main entrance is a revolving glass door. The other 2 doors are handicap accessible, a well lit side door on Sunnyside Ave. and a dining room entrance on Lincoln Ave. The bathroom was clean with a standard size stall and a spacious handicap stall. They have a separate dining room/party room for gatherings or to just come & eat if you don't want to dine in a bar setting with family. A kid's menu is available. It's holiday decorated and cheerful. The owner, Owen, politely answered my question about outdoor seating in the summer. It seats up to 70 people on both streets, Sunnyside Ave facing Wells Park providing a more peaceful view and Lincoln Ave facing the main busy street. I noticed alot of women here...more than some other places I've been to and instantly felt at ease. I did strike up a conversation with a small group of women who were seated along the additional tables across from the bar. To my surprise, it was also their 1st time. They were walking and looking for something to eat and the well lit lighting outside and decorations made them feel safe & inviting. The bar-back was hustling, cleaning and restocking. They have a big selection of beer and ciders on tap, bottles and cans. I noticed they serve a perfect beer on draft with a glass rinse as it cools simultaneously. This place is a true diamond in the ruff with elevated food options, cocktails & bar staples. A must go kinda place to ex“

“everything has been good here except the fact that the chicken tenders are so depressing.. 17.95 before taxes. for this with an extra ranch. no fries. (i won’t lie i ate one chicken tender before taking picture) however most times you get 2 long ones and a bunch of super small ones. for the price they should 5 large tenders or come with a side. if not lower price. i will support this place because service and atmosphere are great for me but i always leave feeling ripped off when i open my tenders.“

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“Great food and great bourbon selection. But the bourbon is not on the menu you have to ask for it very good. Wait staff was excellent as well.“

“Great drinks, food, fun.“

“Very friendly atmosphere from the moment we walked in. Great local hangout in Roscoe Village. And amazing Wisco Cheese Curds!!“

“I had my 60th birthday party at Burke's. It was awesome! We had the party room and it worked great. We NEVER had to ask for food to be brought out as they kept up with it all and replenished as needed. We had a dedicated bartender who was great. The staff were constantly clearing plates and glasses through our 3 hours there. Such a great place and such great staff!“

“"I recently visited [place name] and was blown away! The cocktails were perfectly balanced with unique flavors that stood out. The pizza was absolutely delicious, so satisfying. The bruschetta was a must try. Great vibes, amazing food, and fantastic service. Can’t wait to come back!"“

“Deliciosa la comida recomendada al 💯 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰“

“Pretty good neighborhood food. I would definitely recommend Morrison Roadhouse for watching sports as they have plenty of TVs. They had great music playing that made you sway and sing along and not even know you were doing it. The staff were friendly, courteous, attentive and efficient. We didn't have to stalk our waitress for drink refills which is always a bonus. I will definitely be back.“

“Atmosphere is great🥰 A quiet setting. Maggie was a great waitress she kept coming to our table making sure we needed anything 🥰 hats off to the chef!!!! food was great. I had the prime new yourk strip with garlic potatoes and vegetables wonderful. My man has the pan roasted salmon it was great 🥰🥰 will visit again“

“This one beautiful place I will be coming back“

“We went at Christmas time. They decorate the restaurant from the ceiling to the floor in lights. You can't help but get in the festive mood. We did make reservations and we came earlier and they still sat us. The staff was very friendly. I started with a cocktail called the Ramblers Rest. It was tasty. I could really taste the pomegranate notes. For appetizers we got the poutine. It is okay. For dinner I got the chef's wedge salad it was delicious. The homemade ranch dressing and the bacon bits totally made the salad. My hubby got their shepherd's pie. He said it was great. They have Coke products. They have a private area, and plenty of seating options. They have two fire places. I definitely want to go back during the summer. It looks like they have a large patio. Oh and they have a no stroller rule in the restaurant.

Kid-friendliness: No strollers allowed in the restaurant.“

“I attended a friend's birthday party in a private upstairs room, which featured a full bar and three beautifully decorated party spaces with ample seating. The front room had a pool table that was a hit throughout the evening. Our friend highly recommended the wings, and they definitely lived up to the hype! The bar staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring all guests were well taken care of. I highly recommend this venue and will definitely consider hosting a celebration here myself!“

“great tacos! awesome beer listing. terrific ahi tuna bahn mi sandwich! wonderful owners and servers.“

“If you are looking for a good burger, this is your place! The food and staff are incredible, highly recommend!!!“

“If you’re craving expertly smoked wings and pork, Reclaimed Bar and Restaurant is the place to be. Their wings and pork are perfectly cooked, packed with smoky, savory flavor that will keep you coming back. Pair that with their Old Fashioned, crafted with just the right balance of sweetness and strength—absolutely spot-on! The friendly, attentive service rounds out a dining experience that feels both elevated and welcoming. Reclaimed is truly a Chicago gem!“

“Fun time with friends , drinks and food during happy hour is best“

“I can only speak for the Karaoke scene, but this place is great! They have a vast selection of songs and two rooms that are 'somewhat' soundproof. I say somewhat because I heard the other room singing, BUT NOTABLY, they were a large group so they had their door open; not a problem, just providing an explanation.

That aside, it can be pretty busy during Friday nights / Weekends. Also they have all sorts of games/events/bowling/trivia things. Definitely a great place for young adults to hang out.

IF YOU DO COME FRIDAY OR SATURDAY NIGHTS, you may want to consider taking a bus (the 8 I believe) or an Uber/Lyft since traffic/parking around here can be tight/near impossible to navigate. Please do not let this deter you, just plan ahead and expect to have fun.“

“Warm vibe with fast service“

“Good food. Large place so plenty of seating. 2 bars. Server claimed they were “changing” things so the Happy Hour was 3-5. All sign’s said 3-6. Ok….. he was a bit slow too but it was convenient cuz our hotel was across the street.“

“I don't know why it still amazes me how FUGGIN RUDE most of the TSA people in Chicage are. Pushy, loud, full-on power-trip and terrible attitude. I'd take the time to say something to their leadership if I actually thought they would actually do anything to resolve it. Out of all the airports I come in contact with, Chicago O'Hare is one to avoid.“