We were staying nearby during a long weekend in Chicago! After a long drive, we were looking to unwind with a cocktail, and headed to 28 Mile! Some street parking available out front and on adjacent streets or fairly close to the Highwood train station. The space is quaint, but well decorated with loosely art deco, higher end finishes! Bar seating or table seating for small to medium groups...it appeared there was a larger space for bigger parties but it was closed during our visit. Our bartender was very friendly and responsive to our requests! We both ordered the Smoked Old Fashioned, which came in an elaborate and entertaining display! The cocktail was delightfully sippable and lived up to the value. I'd absolutely order it again! A perfect spot to grab a cocktail and catch up with friends or wind down after a long day! read more

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Worked in the yard all day came here for live music, drinks and food! Best for this combo on the north shore!! read more

28 Mile Distilling - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Highwood, Illinois

Nice place. Too small to see a real band! Food is ok at best and overpriced! No wine and they make their own beer and liquor is subpar! Hard to get service! read more

Went in for company event, Wanted to try their famous pizza and now I'm a believer! Amazing food, and drinks were delicious! My bartered Rubi, was also very friendly and lovely Can't wait to go back with my family:) read more

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I've been to this place a few times and each time I've been here I've had a different experience. My friends and I sat in the main bar this time and I have to say that the drinks were 100 times better than they are in the live music area. So if you're looking for a quality cocktail sit in the main bar and if you're just looking for a good time, I don't really care about the drinks. Sit in the live music area. The food we had was also good in the main bar and our server/bartender. Olivia was very nice. Her drinks were well balanced, and we all enjoyed them. The only reason I gave it a four is because if you don't know what you're looking for when you come in for the first time you might be disappointed . read more

28 Mile Distilling - Pornstar - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Highwood, Illinois

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What a spot!! They make their own vodka, so my wife and I tried their Moscow mule and loved it! We came here for a friends birthday, but heard they typically have live music and good food, so we'll have to come here another time! read more

This is a decent place with ok drinks. The only thing that I have an issue with is the acoustic. I went to see a couple of bands there and the acoustic didn't do the music any justice. They turned the volume so loud that you cant's even hear the lyrics or able to talk to the person next to you. For the music that was being played, louder, unfortunately, doesn't translate to being better. read more

Ordered 28 Mile pizza last week and was disappointed. I love New Haven style pizza and was really excited after seeing the reviews. We ordered a veggie pizza and a cheese pizza. The veggie pizza was the better one, but neither pizza really hit the spot. I will start by saying the crust was decent, could have been crispier, but the sauce didn't cut it and tasted artificial. read more

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Great Neapolitan style pizza not too soggy in the middle of like a lot of places. I had a smoked cocktail that was fantastic at the bartender was very professional and very friendly. read more

Stopped in for the first time and the liquor was phenomenal, the downside was it was full of children. No doubt it was no less then 25 children with no adult supervision. Several patrons left due to the fact. read more

28 Mile has an amazingly chic and modern atmosphere to it while providing IG and Yelp worthy cocktail and food options. I came in about 6pm on a Saturday with a few girlfriends and the bar side was pretty busy. We had to wait a bit between drinks, as the bartenders are mixing and serving, but that's not a huge deal. All of the drinks were absolutely gorgeous, but I wasn't a HUGE fan of the Pornstar ... it had a good beginning, weird middle, and chapstick taste end, that I just wasn't a fan of. I had also asked for a spicy margarita, but was giving a normal margarita instead. They were quick to fix and make me a new one once my friend said something, which I did appreciate a lot. After 2+ cocktails each, we all moved to the other side and were STARVING. We shared a giant pretzel, the hummus platter (they forgot the olives, maybe because we also ordered olives? But I want my extra olives, man), and marinated olives. We cleared ALL the plates and left with happy tummies. They have amazing bands popping in as well, so definitely stay for the music! read more

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Love the chill vibes here and their brick oven pizza is great! They have a couple sections available for you to sit at. If you want cocktail vibes for an intimate setting, go to the cocktail lounge. If you have a larger group with you, next door they have larger tables where you can comfortably order and eat your meal. This was my 2nd time coming here and each time we had great service. Their Margherita pizza is delicious along with their charcuterie board. They have a great selection of cocktails and beers as well. If you're lucky, they may even have a live band playing on the weekends. They have a great rooftop area but I'm not sure if it's just for special occasions or for rent as both times I've been there no one was seated up there. But it still looked nice. Great area to check out when you are in the Highwood area! read more

28 Mile is such a great spot for a casual drink with friends or a night out!! Every drink I've tried here I've loved and the prices are reasonable. The space itself is super cute and HUGE, there's so many different spaces to hang out depending on what your mood is (inside with the live band, out on the patio, or upstairs on the rooftop). Plus, everyone who works here is super nice! read more

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Had my mom's 60th in the tasting room. 10/10 experience. Mike Loveland is an incredible communicator. The venue was beautiful, food was delicious and plentiful, and service was excellent. We truly had the best party. I would recommend this venue to anyone. read more

What a cool venue! Of course it's Highwood and parking is tough, but so what?! We entered through the back door. The hallways from the back to the front are confusing and badly labeled. We made it up front and saw how cool this place is. One side has a really cool bar that is off by itself. We came to see a band last week and sat outside. We were with another couple and wanted to talk so having the separation between the patio and the stage area. It was the perfect location to hear the music and be able to converse with others. We all got drinks. Two got beer, and two of us got a seasonal vodka drinks. We shared the giant 1 lb. Bavarian pretzel (with mustard and a cinnamon butter accompanying it). It was thick, chey, salty goodness and easily is enough for four people. We then ordered two pizzas: cheese with hot Giardiniera and the Chicago pizza with Italian beef, sausage, and mild Giardiniera. We got them well done. There was a slight amount of flop and definite crispiness. They were delicious and provided us with leftovers (which were also good the next day cold). It was a great night with lots of friends, good music, great food, and terrific service. I forgot to mention the service. Our server was fantastic! She was very attentive, helpful with food selection, and a genuine delight to have around. Another great location in Highwood. read more

Great place - just don't go on a Sunday afternoon! OVERRUN with children - it basically turned into a Chucky Cheese. Kids running EVERYWHERE - dancing, yelling, stepping on toes, unsupervised. Parents in the corner drinking. We went for the live music, but had to save ourselves and leave early. This is what a cheap all-you-can-eat pizza buffet brings in. Will try again some evening... read more

Band was great. Way too many out of control kids running around so could not enjoy the music. It seems like management encourages the kids with kids under 6 eat free. Makes it difficult for others to enjoy. I really thought I was at Chuck E Cheese instead of a distillery read more

28 Mile has become a beautiful Highwood staple, and I've never had a bad experience here! It's upscale and modern vibe is a breath of fresh air in the area - perfect for a younger crowd looking for a city-like vibe, or long time residents looking for a great cocktail and live music for a night out. I've never met a drink here that I didn't like, plus the bartenders are all quick and helpful. Highly recommend the Elderflower Gin Fizz if you're a gin lover! read more

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OK I've been here a couple times just for cocktails and I love it. This is the only place I know of where you can get a flight of alcohol instead of wine or beer. They do have a distillery on site. I got a flight of two different kinds of tequila, one of vodka and one of the butterscotch bourbon, which was amazing and I don't even like bourbon! We also got the margarita pizza which was delicious and very filling. Please support this business. They have live music on the weekends no cover charge. read more

28 Mile Distilling - Margherita Pizza - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Highwood, Illinois

We attended a show "The Longest of Shortcomings" by Joel Chmara -- part poetry, part comedy, and a whole lotta local stuff about food, Chicago, and of course, Highwood, which is where this venue is located...28 miles from Chicago. This is a beautiful venue from the street-- multi-level, large gleaming distillery vats, outdoor fireplace -- although we were only there for the event in the Bourbon Lounge which was set up comfortably with high tops and stools. We sampled New York-style pizza dubbed " The Chicago," which had Italian beef and giardinara, which, funnily enough, was a topic addressed during the show, Italian beef, that is, and though I found the performer funny and likable, I do prefer my pizza a little more traditional. The pizza was fine, the charcuterie board was just ok. I'm not a spirits connoisseur, although 28 Mile distills gin, vodka and bourbon -- but I was more than intrigued by the story behind 28 Mile. Is this legend, the Debonair, is it the truth, or a marketing ploy? That is what will drive me to scour the calendar for live music and events at this stunning North Shore location. read more

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A couple of weeks ago, my son and future daughter in law held their wedding at 28 Mile Distilling. It was a fantastic event due to the time and attention provided by the staff of 28 Mile Distilling. The staff helped in every way to ensure that every detail was perfect. Of course, all of the drinks were AMAZING! The food was also outstanding. The guests especially raved over the cocktail meatballs and the pizza. Without a doubt I would rate the food, service and ambiance all five stars! All of the credit for that goes to all of the staff members that helped to make the wedding such an elegant, fun, and memorable event. Looking forward to stopping in just for a drink and an appetizer soon ! read more

I went here to watch the local Libertyville band called Sneezy. The bar is nicely decorated and it makes a great date place but like many restaurants lately they were understaffed to accommodate the crowd that came in. The restaurant no longer accepts the Yelp coupon but they still gave us a free appetizer which was kind of them. Unfortunately the artichoke spinach dip was lukewarm and just OK. They make their own beer and vodka. My vodka lemonade was just ok and pricey. There are plenty of bars/restaurants in the area to choose from. read more

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My brother was visiting from Hawaii and last night was are 1st time visiting 28 mile distillery in Highwood. The bar was nice the music was good but the BARTENDERS WERE ATROCIOUS AND VERY RUDE!! WE spent a lot of money and we were treated horrible! Especially by the young man bartender! He's absolutely horrible and because of him I will NEVER VISIT 28 MILE DISTILLERY AGAIN!! read more

What a great place for live music or a quaint evening. The limited menu is sufficient for snacks while enjoying their cocktails. I would suggest a few more high tops but still just the best customer service I've had in a while. Spacious, great acoustics, and clean bathrooms. The pretzel was huge and could easily be a snack for four people. read more

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No surprise this is already a 4.5 rated place - which is no easy feat on Yelp. The vibe here is immaculate, the cocktails from the Soto brothers are top of the line, the live music venue is huge with great acoustics. In the summer when the roof is open it's a whole different bar - with even more live music up there on some weekends. Eric has done an amazing job here, and continues to impress me every time we go out. read more

Great indoor bar Great outdoor patio Menu is simple but effective Nice fireplace outside as well on the first floor. Great venue for live music, hanging out and grabbing some snacks The cocktail list is simple and good. Obviously they make their own vodka and gin and it's really quite good. Service was a touch slow but the place is great read more

Wow I just went for a Grateful Dead Wednesday night at this place and left totally impressed. What a beautiful space and venue to see a band. The cocktails were fantastic, the staff was friendly and--get this--their pizza was incredible! The vibe was 21+ for the show, but the pizza was so good I think it could be family friendly if you go on the early side for dinner. It wasn't good weather to go upstairs but I'm looking forward to checking that out when it gets warmer. read more

I am writing this review from a personal and professional standpoint, as I have hosted a few work events at 28-Mile over the past year, and recently had my son's Bar Mitzvah party there. As a former event planner, and someone who plans numerous events for my job, I can honestly say that I have never encountered a more professional and accommodating staff. From the ownership, to the management, to the bar & waitstaff, and I have to mention the woman who tirelessly maintains the cleanliness of the venue, each and every one of them go above and beyond to ensure everything runs smoothly for your event. Both of the recent events I hosted had elaborate set-ups, and the entire staff (even the owner!) helped make sure the space looked the best it possibly could. From my initial meetings with Mike the manager, to the walk thru/layout details of the space, and menu discussions, Mike gave me his undivided attention and great suggestions as to what would work best. He promptly answered any questions I had, and leading up to my events he could not have been more responsive, flexible and accommodating. This is not a venue that just wants your money, they truly care about their customers and strive to make sure that from start to finish everything goes well. From the laborious set-up to breakdown for both of my events they could not have been more helpful! We also got so many compliments on the food from our guests, their pizza is definitely some of the best on the North Shore! The bar staff is amazing and so efficient. Not only do they make awesome cocktails (their butterscotch bourbon was a crowd favorite), you also feel their genuine commitment to making sure that the event is a success. No matter what my request was of the management, or the bar or waitstaff, they made it happen with a smile on their faces. If a scenario is possible, they will do whatever they can to make your vision come to life. If you are considering having an event at 28-Mile do not hesitate, I promise you will not be disappointed. I am already thinking about other events I can plan there, especially when the weather gets warm so I can utilize their roof & patio. I could not possibly be more grateful to everyone at 28-Mile for helping to make my son's Bar Mitzvah party a night we will never forget!!! read more

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Amazing service. Cocktail experience was top notch. It can not be matched. The brother bartenders made the experience comparable to nothing else. Will I be back? Have no doubt! read more

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Love this place. Food is amazing. If your looking for amazing drinks and a delicious pizza, this is the place to go. The owners and staff are incredibly nice! I love this place. All the food is delicious but I love a good drink and pizza! read more

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School of Rock had their winter show at 28 Mile Distillery. It was a good venue and provided ample sitting. The acoustics were great and provided wonderful ambience. The facilities were nicely decorated for the holidays with ceiling suspended full size Christmas trees. The drink menu offered a wide range of whiskeys and drinks. Their food menu for this event only had 3 options, hummus, pizza and pretzel with dips. We ordered the pretzel and it was large enough for several of us to enjoy. It came with 4 dips, 3 were mustard dips and one was cheese. It was a fun environment for the School of Rock event. read more

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I have been wanting to visit this establishment since I had the pleasure of tasting their butterscotch whisky at the Port Washington Piggly Wiggly. My sister and I constantly clear their shelf. My dad and I made the trip down from West Allis, WI(about an hour). WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED. Google said they opened at 3 the door said 4. We walked in at 3:01. And was informed that they didn't open for another hour but they welcomed us in with open arms and genuine smiles. I truly felt that it was their pleasure to serve us. We talked about all sorts of things and immediately felt "at home" Eric, the owner, is so dang relatable and his wife Karen is both beautiful and wonderful. The bartender, my goodness, I'd keep that man in my back pocket if I could. Please, stop in and give this place a whirl. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. read more

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I had the honor to be here for a fundraiser, my first time at this place and loved it!!! Perfect for events like this!!! And of course for a weekend evening!! Very elegant, good ambiance!! The food was delicious!! And service amazing!!! read more

28 Mile Distilling is a beautiful food and drink venue. There are several separate dining areas, including the lounge with live music. The beverage service includes the 28 Mile products. And their specialty is fantastic pizza. Service was friendly and efficient. We'll be back! read more

Charged is double for drinks and questioned us when we asked why the bill was so high. Also said he's to what they could serve us but didn't even serve it and brought is something completely different. Completely clueless staff. read more

We went for an after dinner cocktail with another couple. A couple rounds of mules on the outdoor deck on a pleasant Saturday evening. Drinks were good service was fast. It was much louder inside where a band was playing but the patio was more inviting. read more

Hubby and I went here last Thursday. We just had to give this new place a try. We have been watching for it's opening for several months. It was a nice evening, so we actually walked there (which was a good idea, considering how great their drinks are!). We sat at the bar. Paulina waited on us. She was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Her partner behind the bar seemed the same. Hubby and I each had a dirty martini. It was refreshing, and well made. We ordered an avocado bruschetta and a shrimp cocktail. Both items were fresh and tasty. Hubby also had a beer and we shared a very spicy bloody mary. I love spice, and it was quite hot. The venue is fun and has a retro vibe. We can't wait to go back when the patio is open and when they have the live music. Highwood is making it harder and harder to make the trek to the city with places like this to keep us closer to home! read more

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Love the cool, elegant vibe here! I am very excited for them to really work the kinks out and be simply amazing. The staff is really great! Very friendly and anxious to please. Whoever designed the decor did amazing work. It is elegant without being pretentious. Really makes you want to become a regular here. We are looking forward to them opening their patio and having live music. I do think though that their recipes could use some tweaking, both the cocktails and food. The Coco Curry Fizz was too heavy on the curry and should have really been balanced out with some sweetened coconut milk. Though it had coconut milk in it, the flavor was completely overpowered by the curry. We also ordered the trio of spreads and none of them were really that good. I liked the feta one alright but hubby didn't like it all. The everything white bean bagel hummus was only okay. Somehow it was pretty lacking flavor. Neither of us cared for the roasted cauliflower hummus at all. I love cauliflower especially when it is roasted but this just didn't work. I would stick with classic cocktails for now, until they get these recipes under better control. I would also stick with the more classic food selections. I believe they have great potential and could easily be five stars if they would just maybe try some better food and cocktail options. read more

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28 Mile Vodka is a really nice place for drinks and a bite to eat. We came here on a Friday afternoon around 7pm, and there was no wait. We were able to get one of the booths in front of the bar, with a view of the distillery. We were greeted by our server, Jay. Not only was he knowledgeable about the items on the menu, but he was also super friendly and nice. We ordered an old fashioned and a sour tea, as well as the "tasting tower." The drinks were great and the tasting tower had a lot of tasty options like deviled eggs, mushrooms, ham, salmon, and more. We also got the avocado bruschetta, and that was delicious also. Overall, the food, drinks, service, and ambiance were all great. We'll definitely be back! read more

28 Mile Distilling - Tasting tower with old fashioned - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Highwood, Illinois

The service was good however the food and drink were not worth the price. The portion of the cocktails were small and over the top ice. The ambiance was nice on the roof top read more