50 Best Sports Bars near Prospect Heights

“Superb and sevice was wonderful“

“Excellent food and relaxed atmosphere…our new favorite place!“

“Rocky’s has become one of my favorite spots! The food is always delicious, my personal favorites are the BBQ ribs, Garlic Parmesan wings, and their signature burger. They also have a great selection of drinks, so there’s always something good to go with the food. I also really like that they offer hookah. There’s a huge variety of flavors and different tobacco options depending on how light or strong you want it, so there’s something for everyone. The atmosphere is great, the service is always friendly, and the staff genuinely makes you feel welcome every time you come in. It’s just a really comfortable place to eat, have some drinks, enjoy a hookah, and spend time with friends. Definitely recommend Rocky’s is a great food, great people, great atmosphere, and always a good time!“

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

“The best food , the best service ,the best place to enjoy 👍👍“

“loved it! friendly staff and great food.“

“I’m in town for work and, after having an absolutely terrible day, I just wanted to find a good place to sit outside, listen to some live music, and unwind. I had never been here before, so I came in and waited at the front to be seated outside near the band. After standing there for a while without anyone acknowledging me, I finally decided I’d just sit at the bar instead.

I sat at the bar for about 10 minutes and still no one came over. At that point, I was honestly ready to leave.

Then Jade came over.

She noticed me looking outside and immediately asked if I had been helped. Without me even asking, she offered to find me a place to sit outside near the music. She went completely out of her way to find me a spot, told me she would take care of me, and proceeded to serve me the entire night, even though I don’t believe that was originally her responsibility.

She completely turned my experience around.

I found out later that Jade is brand new, which made me even more impressed. She was incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care. She just has a light about her that you can’t teach.

I work in HR, so I know good talent when I see it. Jade is a keeper. I hope management recognizes what they have in her because she absolutely deserves the recognition. What started as a night where I was ready to walk out ended up being exactly what I needed after a really hard day, and that was entirely because of Jade. She rocks 💕“

“This past weekend we celebrated my wife’s 40th birthday at Draft bar and it was an awesome night! Service with a smile and great atmosphere made for a special night! My wife and I would encourage everyone looking for a great space to party like we just did to do it here! The shot ski is a definite plus as well as the front patio! Looking forward to many more parties here! Cheers 🍻“

“My previous review was accidentally deleted by me, but let me just say that this is by far the best bar around the Chicagoland area. Firstly, let me start by raving about Colleen, the GOAT of bartenders! She is an absolute sweetheart! From the first day she made me feel at home! If you are new, she goes up to you, introduces herself and hands you a napkin. She has the most awesome and proper etiquette for the hospitality industry. Colleen is an absolute godsend! I do not know a single person who badmouths her. She also makes the best margaritas and rums/cokes! She remembers your name as wel and starts calling you by your name on the second day. The other bartenders are amazing as well. On Tuesdays and Thursdays when I go in, Lisa remembers my drink and food order. She is also a gem as well! As far as the food goes, the chicken bacon ranch wrap is one of the best I have ever eaten. The Cheddar Cheese burger is amazing as well. Seriously this place is a great find. As far as the reviews calling this place racist are concerned, to each their own: I have never had any issues and I am disabled and asian that is like a double negative. It is the most inclusive place around town!“

“Great food and waitress was great! Came in for lunch Monday morning! Will definitely be back!“

“Looking forward to visiting again 😊😊“

“Great place to relax and enjoy some yummy food“

“Hiding gem to some but definitely a great time. Cool people, great food and very friendly neighborhood bar. Something to do every night.“

“Reps is one of our favorite spots! The nachos and wings are amazing, and the food is always top-notch. The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is great. Highly recommend it!“

“Great place to watch the Brewers playoff game while in the Chicago area. Great customer service.“

“Highly recommended, great experience and one of the best part was the had CHEESE BUTTER MASALA, which is one the favorite.“

“Reps is one of our favorite spots! The nachos and wings are amazing, and the food is always top-notch. The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is great. Highly recommend it!“

“Best place to eat in Chicago! I started going there when the owner became a client of the company I was working for in the mid-90s, setting up cash registers in the restaurant he opened for his nephew. I no longer live in Chicago, but make it a point to stop there and speak with the owner every chance I get. Always great food and exceptional service! You may have to wait in line, though. Understandably, it's a very popular place!“

“Fantastic experience. Food was delicious. We will definitely be coming back.“

“best thin crust pizza any where.big complaint.ordered potato skins.would never do that again.very little bacon on them and no chopped green onion.if you can't do it right don't do it at all“

“Last night I went to dinner with some friends.
So glad we did.
The food was fabulous. We had fried calamari and one of the shareables mixed grill pikilea
Drinks were great. I had the patio Paloma.
Music was great.
Great ambience. Sitting out side dining and enjoying good music.
Will definitely be coming back.
Highly recommend.
Service was great. Sammi was very attentive to us.“

“We came with 2 dogs & management was happy to set-up a table for us outside and turn on the tv. Our waitress, Jennifer was very attentive and helpful.“

“Great local spot. Good atmosphere and great staff 👍“

“Last stop of the trip for a quick snack before heading to the airport! ✈🍴 Our waitress was absolutely wonderful—I totally forgot her name, but she deserves a shoutout! She was so nice, attentive, and made sure we were well taken care of. Great way to end the trip! ❤“

“Super fun old school experience“

“Teressa is an amazing bartender/host. Lovely girl. Great service, makes the atmosphere very chill and entertaining. Always a good talk with her. Also, I feel like she's the only one who actually knows what's going on there. Helpful, able to solve every issue.“

“Stopped in last week and I was greeted by the sweetest young lady. ( Rachel) She is friendly, attentive and great conversationalist. Finally a place I can go to with a positive atmosphere. I highly recommend this location. Thank you Rachel for your service and kindness.“

“rica comida, meseras amables y ricas bebidas“

“Teresa was an awesome waitress- it was super busy and she was attentive to everything! Food was good as well as drink selection“

“Food was amazing. definitely get your money's worth.“

“Always nice coming here nice people“

“Everything was wonderful Service was great. Friendly atmosphere“

“It’s awesome here! Any day a week“

“Good service end good food“

“They support local live music entertainment!“

“The staff is very friendly. The food was good. The atmosphere was wonderful. I recommend you guys to get the hamburger there they have different ones.“

“We celebrated my grandson's birthday here and it was awesome! Manager Casey Fitzpatrick and his staff were great. The food was great, the atmosphere was great and our server, Rob was amazing! Five stars, highly recommend!!!“

“They have live sports tv that is always fun to watch, good magaritas“

“The sign says established in 1932, and every time I've driven by, I think I need to stop in. I finally did, and am kicking myself for wasted time. There is indoor and outdoor seating. The large bar and restaurant seating is comfortable and spacious. There is a variety of beers on tap, served in well-frosted glasses. We sat at the bar and I had one of the best burgers I've ever had, served with homemade chips. It was so good that I almost returned with another companion the next day!“

“Chill and good vibes All night“

“I had a fantastic experience at Durty Nellie’s and really enjoyed the classic Irish pub atmosphere. Jessie was welcoming and helpful from the moment I arrived, while Austin was professional, friendly, and clearly passionate about the business. The food and drink specials, live entertainment, and convenient location near the Metra station make this a great place to visit. Highly recommended!“

“My band just played there. Great place for music food and drinks. Super friendly staff. 💯 recommended, add it to your list of watering holes 🍻“

“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.“

“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. 😀“

“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.“

“Went to Bird’s Nest for a birthday celebration and it easily exceeded expectations. I’ve been on a bit of a wing tour lately, trying spots all over, and somehow each place keeps raising the bar. Bird’s Nest keeps that streak alive.

The wings are done exactly how you want them. Fried to a perfect crisp on the outside, while still staying juicy and tender inside. Not just “good for a wing,” but genuinely well-balanced in texture. They’re done in a way where you could eat them plain and still be satisfied, which says a lot.

Then come the sauces. I tried their Bird’s Nest hot sauce along with the hot BBQ, and both delivered. The hot sauce brings that classic heat you expect, but the hot BBQ was the surprise standout. It had a deeper, slightly sweet kick that made every bite better than the last. I usually lean buffalo, but this time the hot BBQ took it.

What really stood out is how consistent every bite felt. No drop-off, no dry pieces, just quality all the way through. It’s the kind of plate where you look down and realize you finished it faster than expected.

I don’t throw this around lightly, but these are some of the best wings you’ll find in the Chicago area, and honestly, they hold their own anywhere. Having tried wings across about 20 states, including spots in Buffalo, I’d put Bird’s Nest right in that conversation.

The overall vibe makes it even better. It’s a great place to catch a game, relax, and spend time with friends without it feeling forced or overdone. Definitely the kind of spot you find yourself coming back to regularly.

9.3/10“

“their jackfruit vegetarian barbecue options are awesome. I highly recommend the onion rings as the side.“

“We would like to express our gratitude and appreciation to The Local Tavern partner who supported Wisloka Chicago team in the UPSL interstate semi-pro league. Thanks to your generous support, our club is in the place that few years ago we could only dream about. Big applause for you 🔝🔝🔝🤝🤝🤝 🟢⚪️“

“Chrissy is Awesome and simply the BEST“

“Service was a bit slow, but the people were friendly. It’s just a really cool space to have a bite to eat and some drinks with a modern open air feel.“