The ice cream and service was great. We were the before for dinner and the food was great too!!read more

A few years ago, my friend wanted to check out this location but there was a very long wait. I have…read morebeen here a few times but I finally decided to make a review since it has been a few years since I have visited. The drive was very easy. Parking could be a little issue since, while they do have a little lot, it is shared by a lot of other buisineses. However, there shouldn't be a huge issue finding somewhere to park depending on the day and time. I arrived here for lunch on Sunday and we had no issues parking. Inside is very clean. The building was bigger than I imagined.... I don't know if they expanded or not but I always thought it was small especially since I normally at near the front door. For lunch, I tried "Fire in the Cairo"... it was a burger with bacon, cream cheese sauce, jalapeños and a jalapeño jam, and I upgraded my fries to their loaded baked potato fries which came in nacho cheese, sour cream, bacon, etc. The burger itself (as well as the fries) were delicious. The jalapeño jam was not spicy at all to me but my tolerance is very high. Overall, I would get the burger and the fries again. Overall, the visit was great. Clean building. Server was nice and friendly. And the food was delicious.

Finally a billiard spot not too far and is a nice clean place. Called ahead to make sure I could…read moretake my 13 yr old for his first pool game and this place is an all ages establishment. Perfect because most of the billiard halls are typically 18 or 21 and up or charge ridiculous hourly fees. $10 a table and for my group of 4 at nearly 2 hours of fun was only $17. So great that they only charge for the table and not how many are playing. They have beverages and snacks, and although they don't have constant music, they do have a pay-for-play jukebox and will play a song here and there every so often. The only way this place could get better is having some good music going, but not having it doesn't affect the good time you'll have. Just take your own headphones.

Went earlier today since I been there a few times met an owner or manager ( white guy) and I felt…read morethe atmosphere hostile. Apparently new owners running the place and you could tell they do not like black people. They will make you feel welcomed to take your money but will talk about Hispanic community, black community. It's not as welcoming as it used to . If there are other pool halls go there not this racist place!

The rich history of the buildings and tables coupled with a great atmosphere to enjoy a game of…read morepool makes this place outstanding. The owner, Jim, is a walking encyclopedia of pool facts and professional players while treating each member and guest as if they are part of his family. The place grabbed me the first day I took a lesson there and we just had to become members.

If the names; "Cowboy" Jimmy Moore, "King" Frank Oliva or Mr. William (Willie) Frederick Hoppe mean…read moreanything to you, you are apparently an aficionado of the sport of kings. Not the one with the roses and 4 hoofed animals, the one with the green - Billiard Table Green (felt that is). If you are interested in expanding your knowledge of the history and pursuit of the sport of pocket billiards, look no further. One of the most unique places you will find is right here, quietly existing in Willow Springs on the North side of Archer Avenue. You have probably driven past it hundreds of times. Filled with photos and memorabilia of the sport, site of numerous championships, visits from famous billiard wizards, home of antique (priceless) billiard tables, wholesome meals, and wonderful beyond words owners, I give you the Illinois Billiard Club/ aka / Jim and Bonnie's, Jim and Bonnie Parker, Proprietors. From their website: "Today, as the oldest, most historically elegant, individually founded, owned and operated private billiard club in North America, the IBC and Bonnie's Dining & Banquets invite today's 21st century society to enjoy a fine meal, and, the fun filled game of billiards ... all presented within the charm, tranquility and grandeur of their 19th century country home" The IBC is a private club that, for a limited time (effective February 2010) opens its doors at 5pm every Friday and Saturday evening serving dinner and allowing you to check out their billiards tables without membership. Dinner reservations are suggested. Their website: www.illinoisbilliardclub.com There is a lot of information on the sport and on the facility. Jim and Bonnie's provides catering and the facility is available for events. We hold our annual Christmas party here and the space along with the food and service make the event quite special and memorable. Check out the wedding pics on the website. If you can convince your betrothed that this is the place to hold your wedding reception - invite me for giving you the advice. If you visit in the near future, talk to Jim in regards to membership in the IBC. I understand that there are some slots open. If you enjoy billiards, the cost is minimal in regards to the quality of the tables, food and camaraderie you will find here. Note that this is NOT a pool hall bar; this is a first class, family run, private facility for people serious about the sport (which also happens to function as a restaurant in order to market their services). If you are in that "serious about the sport" category, it is more than worth a visit.

We had a great time! Place was clean, socially distanced area and staff were all wearing masks…read more Great double date spot and customer service was really friendly. Everything was explained clearly and whenever we need a refill on water or soda staff was on it. You can order a beverage from the bar every 45 minutes. They have a nice selection of beer and wine and other cocktails. I just got a sprite but our friends both got draft beers. We look forward to coming back soon!

So much fun for our date night 10/10 recommend! Lots of games to play and different things to throw.read more

Sundown is a smaller bar with a local crowd. I went on Wednesday night for bingo. There is no…read morecharge to play and they have really good prizes. And you get more than one prize if you win. The bar area does get packed. They do not serve food but I saw someone have a pizza delivered there. There is also a Mexican restaurant next door. Friendly service and a fun vibe.

Perfect dive bar. Cheap drinks, pool tables, slots, darts. Service is quick. Stop in!read more

The Guinness is poured out of a can here :(…read more The atmosphere is pretty good though. Good music and fairly loud. They have pool table and a little lounge area. Staff is friendly and attentive. Good place to hang out with your friends for drinks and fun. It would be a plus if they served food. It would co.plete the circle and cut out O'Malleys. Definitely stop by for a drink or two.

If you're looking to have a fun time playing pool with friends and having a drink this is not the…read moreplace. The owner (Miguel) personally walked up to me and my friends and kicked us out simply because my friend had a drink in hand near the pool table, after trying to explain that my friend wasn't even playing and simply viewing us play, Miguel proceeded to make a huge commotion and kicked us out boasting how he's the owner of the place and after I asked for his last name in order to write this review him and his staff refused to give it to me. Safe to say if you want to play pool comfortably with a group of friends do not come here.

On our first night in St. Charles for the Jazz Fest, we headed into The House Pub to hear a great…read morehorn player. Frank Capalano was the reason we went in, but the cool vibe kept us there for a few hours. The vintage building looked great on the outside. The big brick building looked like there was some history behind those doors. We walked into a dark room with two levels, a big bar flanking one side of the room and a stage with a dancefloor. I could tell people have fun here. We snagged a small table and listened to the 4-piece band while sipping on an ice-cold beer. The bartender Chris was fantastic. He got busy but never forgot us. There was a popcorn machine which was great, but I was hoping for a meal or at least an appetizer, since I had just gotten off work. It does have the word PUB in it's name. Oh well, the music kept us too busy all night to think about food. The place seems as though it has gotten a facelift. It looks restored not renovated. Everything was super clean, which is always a good thing. I really enjoyed my night at The House Pub and would definitely stop in again the next time I am in town.

The. Best. Bar. I love this place so much!!! Thank god a cool and not-sketchy dive exists out here…read more Incredible music, friendly crowd, best bar crew in town. Can't say enough good things about House.

Greg is an excellent bartender. very good service and great prices. will be back for sure.read more

TERRIBLE SERVICE!! I visited your facility today as a…read moreregular and was granted access with my GOVERNMENT ISSUED Temporary ID (given to me by the Department of Motor Vehicle). Once I began playing pool, my partner attempted to buy us both drinks from the bar where the bartender (Megan) then told him that a law was made by the state where patrons are no longer allowed to use Temporary Identification. Thats false! There is no law that states that, nor was she able to give the Codes to said Law. Both Megan and another bartender Ana later allowed a man with an expired digital Identification to buy a drink. It's visible on your security footage. Obviously due to the hypocrisy, I believe we were being racially profiled. We were then told that I needed to leave the facility for drinking even though I am 29yrs old. I am very upset! I have eagerly introduced a large customer basis to your facilities and have been a regular for the past two years but will now be spreading the word on an industry level about my terrible encounter. I am extremely disappointed in your staffing choices. Megan and Ana both should face disciplinary action for this but because they look like new hires I will not be returning and will potentially open an investigation into this matter. If possible I would love to get a direct number to contact Victor Vargas, who I was told is the owner. Thank you, Alyssa A

This bowling alley deserves a much higher rating. Lovely staff, lanes are always nicely maintained…read more Definitely our top choice.

The staff and all were really nice and kind but the lanes were horrible they didn't even have any…read moreoil. When my son threw his first ball it curved right into the gutters. When I got up I touched the lane and it was dry no oil.

Classic 10 lane bowling alley with a bar and couple pool tables. Staff is polite and I appreciate…read morethe retro feel of the local bowling alley

Food/drinks - The only food option is frozen pizza. They have a full bar and a vending machine but…read moreno real food. They do allow you to bring outside food in. Prices - Considering how expensive many bowling alleys have become, their bowling prices are very reasonable at $4 to $4.25 per game depending on if it's a weekday or weekend. They have bowling shoe rental ($2.50) as well but the pair I received should have been thrown out 20 years ago. Their loaner bowling balls are very old and beat up as well, full of dings and gouges in many of the balls. As far as the lanes themselves, YIKES! Step back into the 80s as if the lanes were never resurfaced since this place opened. Lanes are full of dents, warped and in bad shape. It's perfect to take little kids who can't bowl and are just looking for some fun for them. Definitely not a place for serious bowlers.