50 Best Sports Bars near Wheeling

“Our server didn't know the answers to a couple of questions about spice and didn't offer to find out for us. We should have asked her to but we shouldn't have to ask. Two of the six of us ordered something different because of that but we all had good food. The server should have smiled. We still tipped well and are assuming she's new to serving. We will definitely go back. The food and atmosphere were great. We were welcomed in and thanked when we left. Almost a perfect experience.“

“Super fun old school experience“

“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.“

“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.“

“I wanted to reach out and tell you about my son's experience with Moretti's, Emily is EXSPECTIONAL and my son Michael now hangs out Moretti's!!! Michael has told me that Emily is just so kind and always guiding him on her favorite dishes. The most important thing about Emily is she is always smiling and happy to see him :) Brandi VR“

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

“loved it! friendly staff and great food.“

“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!“

“Looking forward to visiting again 😊😊“

“Superb and sevice was wonderful“

“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.“

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

“Amazing food & great people. Shauna took care of us and recommended some great food as I passed through the town. Definitely would stop here again.“

“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!“

“No better way to spend a summer afternoon than with a spritz and a friend in the Social18 patio. The Chicago hot dog or gourmet, and their waffle fries with cheese sauce do the stomach justice. Mark also gave great service with a smile and a side of humor.“

“Food was very good. Server was pleasant and available whenever we needed. Very nice atmosphere. Beer selection is fantastic.“

“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.“

“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 support local live music entertainment!“

“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.“

“nice friendly place with great pizza and hubby was happy watching his sports with a nice cold beer! recommend? don't put up with mean, rude people..just throw them out.“

“It’s awesome here! Any day a week“

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

“Always nice coming here nice people“

“Good service end good food“

“Brought the whole gang. Our hostess was awesome. Got some extra bread and a Blooming Onion. Drinks quick too. And even got in without a wait at 11am on Fathers Day. The manager stopped by to check on us, so nice. Meals were on time and prepared just right. Mine was a wedge salad, six ounce steak, and asparagus. Still, the menu is great, lot's of choices. Thanks Outback.“

“rica comida, meseras amables y ricas bebidas“

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

“Friendly invirrment slots,music,“

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

“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!“

“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.“

“My boyfriend and I stopped by Cafe Mistiko this past weekend and wow, it was a pleasant surprise. We both got the lavender latte and it was perfectly balanced, not too sweet at all. The pastries looked amazing too, we ended up sharing a croissant that was flaky and buttery, definitely worth the price for how good it was. The whole vibe in there is super cozy, too.“

“great food, awesome atmosphere, and service was spot on. I'll definitely be back.“

“Chrissy is Awesome and simply the BEST“

“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“

“I grew up in the northwest suburbs and spent many nights at Durty Nelly's before moving away for about 20 years. I'm happy to see that the spirit of the place is still alive and well at Durty Nellie’s, just steps from the Palatine Metra station.

Two staff members who really stood out were Jessie and Austin. Jessie was welcoming from the moment I arrived, made sure I knew about the specials, and created a great first impression.

Austin has the presence of someone who is helping shape the future of the business, professional, engaged, and visible around downtown Palatine.

The combination of friendly staff, strong drink and food specials, live entertainment, and a convenient location right off the train makes it easy to recommend.

If you're looking for a classic Irish pub atmosphere in the northwest suburbs, it's worth stopping in and checking out.“

“Fantastic experience! Awesome game room, bar, tacos, and Jenna is the very best at what she does 👏“

“This is our go to spot after work to play some games and chill on a couple drinks 🍺 cheers 🍻 Bartenders are nice every time we came in“

“Food was very food. Service is really quick.“

“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. 😀“

“the owner is amazing! my first time ordering here, I thought i placed the order for delivery, instead it was for pickup. I called and the owner answered, I explained i didn't have a car at the moment and he personally delivered the order himself. I tried to give him a tip and he refused. the food was great and still hot by the time we received it. we will definitely be ordering again! thank you so much!“

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

“I can't thank Erica and her staff enough. We had a large outdoor group. They ran to get table clothes to make the tables look nice. Service was awesome and kind. First visit not our last. Much appreciated.“

“Lindsay is the best. We were tired after traveling all day. The food and drink were perfect to reenergize us. Shrimp pasta and jambalaya were excellent. Service was great. Tonight we went back and took a friend. We asked for Lindsey and she even remembered us and our drink preferences. The flatbreads and chocolate cake are great. Cannot beat this atmosphere.“

“Always a good time and food is always on point. Love it“

“Great food. Great service. Great atmosphere“

“We have live in the area for a while now and always meaning to stop in.
Saturday (5/30) my wife and I and another couple finally made it, just for drinks as we were coming for dinner.
Atmosphere and the crowd was great, everyone friendly and very welcoming.
The best part was the prices, each one of us had 3-5 drinks and the bill came to only $35, this has to be the most reasonably priced bar in the area, and we weren’t drinking draft beer, mixed drinks and the ladies had some wine.
Fantastic place, we will be back!“