50 Best Bars near South Elgin

“Good drinks, fun board games, friendly staff, bingo on Tuesdays, and overall a fun time.“

“Great atmosphere! Friendly bartenders & customers. The owner, Emma is kind & friendly. Great neighborhood establishment. We'll be back!“

“I was in the other day for lunch and the music was so loud, you couldn't talk to the person next to you without shouting. Your fish fry is very good and I want to keep coming in, but with the music that loud, I will be going elsewhere.“

“Nice time. Played pool and darts. Great night“

“Erieon made our experience wonderful in Kankakee!“

“Julie's is a great place to gamble, hang out, meet up with family and friends. It's a big place to host an event or party. The best thing about Julie's is the Bartender’s. They're the best Bartender’s EVERRRRRR“

“My daughter loved to go try chicken sandwiches, so this is our review of the chicken sandwich.
We ordered the big chicken and the buffalo big chicken.
She loved this sandwich. Scored highest among our selections so far! Chicken is nice and crunchy, with a moist interior. The breading had great flavor without too much spice (she doesn’t like too spicy). Food was hot and fresh! This chicken sandwich is ACTUALLY a big chicken sandwich. Even I thought it was filling! She didn’t eat her whole sandwich. The bun was a great compliment to the sandwich. Substantial (in size and texture) and flavorful, it helped hold the sandwich together in your hands. With the plethora of styles (sauces or toppings) there’s sure to be one you’ll like.
The choice of sides makes this a 1-2 punch. All look very tasty, I had the Texas fries and the garlic mushrooms.. all was delicious.
Not as cheap as some fast food places, but you can catch this chicken sandwich on the deal meanu and make it 10.00. That’s a hel-ov-a-deal in my eyes….“

“Great bar, friendly staff! Very nice atmosphere to sit and chat or watch the games on the TVs. Gaming section and the food is not bad either! Great choices and good pizza! I love the wide selection of Whiskey, bourbons, Gin and tequilas great neighborhood hangout.“

“We love so many wonderful restaurants in Northern Illinois. This is our favorite. We have loved so many breakfasts and dinners here. We had a wonderful experience eating here for our 23rd Anniversary. To me the restaurant is a hidden gem. The food, service, and intimate ambiance have led to so many wonderful meals as a couple and as a family.“

“We visited The Graceful Ordinary in downtown St. Charles, IL, on a warm late September day. We had a wonderful experience at Graceful Ordinary, one that's hard to match outside of Chicago. From its comfortable yet elegant design to the unique menu, every detail was carefully considered. The food was delicious and thoughtfully presented, and the service was excellent. We were fortunate to visit on a very warm day towards the end of September. We sat on the fully screened-in veranda and enjoyed the scenery in comfort. We highly recommend this restaurant to anyone seeking a unique, elevated dining experience; no matter where you're traveling from, it's worth the trip.“

“great place to stop for taisty drinks“

“It was uncomfortably loud in the room behind the bar. But the bar area was even louder. I asked the ser we if I could have the fried fish baked. She said that she didn't think so, but she would ask. So I ordered a salad. She brought the salad and the food for the other three at the table. We are. When we were just about finished she brought two very small baked pieces of fish. Hhhhhmmm. I did eat them. They were OK. We have been there before. Not super impressed. I can recommend the fried haddock. It is good.“

“Wings here are excellent and reasonably priced. Service is fast and attentive and everyone is very friendly. Even other customers make it you feel welcomed. Music isn't too loud like other places where you can't even hear yourself think. A great spot to visit.“

“Lunch specials are RIDICULOUS!!! $9.99 for a HUGE sandwich, soup, and choice of mac n cheese, fries and other choices….don’t walk RUN to the flagship in St Charles, U R welcome!!! Thank me later!!!!“

“This was a wonderful treat! Excellent food-homemade soup; freshest salad I've had in a long time; and perfect for the season-that Candy Cane Cocoa was amazing! Beautiful building and so warm and inviting. And our host/waiter wasvery professional and attentive Highly recommend!“

“The best Corned Beef around. Stopped in for a sandwich and all I can say is WOW! Added the homemade coleslaw and it was amazing! Great Views of the river abd sun was shining on the beautiful stained glass window accents. Service was great! Price was fair and we will return!“

“Spotless clean Friendly , congenial service“

“Tasty burger and chicken sandwich! The man who took our order was so funny and friendly. The fries were a bit too oily for me but my husband loved them. It’s a preference thing! I’d definitely come back. They have a great menu.“

“Elizabeth our server was amazing!! I was so glad to see her because the bartender was handling a busy bar and told us she’d get to us when she could which I thought would probably be a while. Elizabeth was very friendly and she made great suggestions. our food was so good and came out very quickly“

“Great burgers just like their Hoffman Estates location! Booths too!“

“Great Martini's, A cozy friendly atmosphere. Will definitely go back. 💚“

“Their nachos are beyond delicious.“

“RHouse is the place to be, Tyler is always on point and attentive to all of his customers and staff. Great place to be 🙏🏻“

“Love the bartender she's very cool. Good service!😊“

“Great local bar with the best bartenders in the area. If you want to experience what real Elgin is like, look no further than Hoppes! They have Fish Fry on Fridays but I’ve never had it but I want to. The owners are great and their sexy son, Chad, works some nights and is great eye candy for the ladies. If you want a bartender that serves up honesty along with great drinks, Jimmy is your man. He’s brutally honest so ask him to roast you for a good time. He once referred to a customer as the Vampire of Fun and he was spot on. Tiffany is a ball of energy, whose spirit is infectious. If you’re having a bad day, go during her shifts and she’ll pick you up immediately. Gale is the last bartender I’ve interacted with who works there. He’s a cool calm dude who can tell you some of the most interesting facts of the area. He’s also a caterer and a butcher when not at the bar. Theres someone for everyone here and if you’re in from out of town or just traveling through, have a stop at Hoppes just so you can say you’ve been there.“

“They support live music entertainment!“

“River Lee’s is exactly what a dive bar should be. The cozy atmosphere, dimmed by glowing neon signs, makes it feel like you’ve stepped into a time capsule in the best possible way. Nothing fancy, nothing fake — just old-school charm. The beer is cheap, cold, and served without pretense, which is exactly why I’ll keep coming back. If you’re looking for polish, look elsewhere. If you’re looking for character, you’ve found it. River Lee’s gets it.“

“First time here this weekend. Staff was friendly and the service was fast! Especially with how busy it was. Everyone seemed to be having a fantastic time and that’s the vibe I like! Il definitely be going back.“

“I walked into this joint with a bunch of metal heads and it felt like that moment in Tombstone when they walked into the saloon and everyone stopped and looked at them. We had fun on the gambling games and that staff was fast and friendly.“

“Stopped in with a friend after a metra ride. Hung out at this establishment while we waited for my phone to charge up and for Uber to come. Typical mixed bar of locals and commuters. Sports oriented. Did not check out the menu. We just ordered a beverage. Wait staff was kind, cheerful, and attentive. They have a nice patio as well. A great place to relax as you wait for a train or a great place to unwind after a day downtown and long train ride.“

“Great place to buy liquor, and beer. They also have a full service bar,the entire staff is very friendly and professional.Not to mention the people who patronize are also very polite and friendly. It's a must stop, if you haven't been there The owner is also very knowledgable about wines, ect“

“The staff have been really rude to me ever since I pointed out that my tab was wrong and I was overcharged. I wasn't upset about the double charges, I just wanted them corrected. I've barely been waited on since then it seems. I tried to step in a help once when a patron had been over served. It wasn't welcomed at all. I was given the same look as I get when I walk up to the bar to get a drink. Too bad, it's really close to home to me. I haven't been in over a year and have no plans on returning.“

“Stopped in last Sunday and they happened to be having free wings and potato wedges if you ordered a Bloody Mary. Bartender, Jasmine, was super friendly and told us about other specials they offer other days. Definitely worth checking out if you are looking for a new place to have a drink at a local Dive Bar.“

“They have a pool table!!!! But can you move it in, just a bit. The poolstick hits the glass too much.Anyway their oven was not working so couldn't try the pizza, but they sold snacks. The drinks are basic but not bad. I don't mind cranberry vodka.Really cheap drinks. Amazing service and cool quiet chill atsmophere.I want to come back and play more billiards.“

“I really enjoyed the outdoor seating. There's plenty of parking in the grass lot too. The bar tender was cool. I fixed the toilet in the women's room for free. The tank was super loose and was leaking a little. I tightened the bolts. ...idk what's wrong with me, but I just can't let that easy repair go. I showed the bar tender what I did so he could inform the owner to tighten them better. Anywho, over all, it's a cool spot.“

“When I used to live in West Chicago a couple of years ago, my fiancé now husband and I used to go there all the time and his Uncle Mike. I recommend this place 100%, the drinks are good, the bartenders are friendly, and the Viper Burger was our favorite. Alan is an awesome guy with a great sense of humor. The atmosphere is chill, welcoming and you'll have a great time. When I say to stop by The Bunker, I mean it lol 😃. Whenever we are in town again, we are definitely going to try stopping by. 😌✨“

“Came here for the first time recently. Don't know why it took so long! We live close by. Great onion rings and pizza, good fast service, enjoyed the free popcorn too! Very nice, clean atmosphere. Will definitely come again!“

“I love this place my sister is the manager there and she's always a good time people are always happy come there if you want to knock a good time out That's what Theresa she will pleasantly take care of you never a dull moment at this bar“

“Excellant karaoke dj. Great food great prices, very friendly staff“

“Outdoor dining area was very cute. Food was good. Service was good! Will def be back. Taco pizza is fire!“

“Best Venue in Batavia, the owner Melissa is a Godsend. The food is outstanding and the staff are all super welcoming and fun. We love playing here every year. The Beer Garden is #1 if you haven’t checked it out yet… what’s wrong with you???“

“great place to hang out at“

“i Was on 3 week training camp for my coming up fight..i went to dance at this place and God damn let me tell you it was the best camp training I've ever got... i forgot I was at a nightclub... fought like three dudes couple of black eyes but it's okay.. downed a couple of modelos and we were back at it .we need one of these in Jersey come to jersey“

“Amazing food, friendly staff, and authentic through and through. Definitely our go to Mexican restaurant!“

“Great food, nice and friendly staff. The food was excellent!!!“