50 Best Sports Bars near Wheeling

“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 💕“

“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!“

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

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

“Looking forward to visiting again 😊😊“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“Superb and sevice was wonderful“

“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.“

“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.“

“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! ❤“

“rica comida, meseras amables y ricas bebidas“

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

“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.“

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

“It’s awesome here! Any day a week“

“Always nice coming here nice people“

“Great place the pizza and food are amazing. Best pizza around!!! The new management has really turned this place around with new and really good menu items and even great breakfast on Saturday and Sunday. The place is beautiful and atmosphere is cozy and comfortable. Staff is doing an amazing job!!!“

“Good service end good food“

“They support local live music entertainment!“

“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!!!“

“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!“

“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!“

“Great drinks and even better atmosphere.“

“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“

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

“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.“

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

“Chrissy is Awesome and simply the BEST“

“Great bar to watch sports and drink in doors and out. The food is excellent as well. We love to go here for breakfast on the weekends. The skillets are awesome. Lots of toast options! The service is fast and very friendly. The breakfast prices are really good deals as well. We always have good food and a great time here.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“Friendly invirrment slots,music,“

“Great service and extensive menu.“

“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.“