Our visit was for an early Mother's Day dinner I chose the steak sandwich.. I had plans on ordering…read moresomething else, however, when I saw and smelled someone else's order being served, I quickly changed my mind I'm so glad I did it was delicious just perfect!! My hubby ordered a chicken sandwich that was just as good.. All of our food was very tasty and we really enjoyed it. Portions are generous so hopefully you're very hungry or be prepared to bring plenty home. I was only able to eat half of my food and brought the other half home and my sandwich seemed better the next day which isn't always the case when you bring things home!! I recommend giving this place a try. I don't think you'll be disappointed. We had a very pleasant experience the food and service were fabulous

Torn on how to score my review. If it was just based on quality of drinks, they would get a 5/5…read morefrom me. However, the poor service from behind the bar is what dropped down my score. Came in on a busy Saturday night after attending another event in the area. The bar was hopping and we snagged the last 2 available seats. At first, it appeared they had 4 bartenders, a manager, and a barback behind the bar. However, other than the barback consistently washing/unloading dishes I am not sure what was going on with the service. Manager was not providing any assistance to his staff. However, he was filling his own water bottle. Other staff were taking selfies with guests. It took awhile to order a second round as well as pay our tab. This was a one and done visit for me.

Best espresso martini in town! I love the chocolate bark on top--it feels like getting an extra…read moretreat along with an already great drink. The food never disappoints either. The shrimp and polenta and the meatballs are always a go-to for us, and when we come in as a group, we usually end up sharing a few of the wood-fired pizzas, which are consistently excellent. Also worth mentioning--the Monday half-off pizzas are such a great deal and make it an easy choice to come in at the start of the week. Great food, great drinks, and always a good vibe.

Was very excited to try this cute little place in the heart of downtown Plainfield. Walked in and…read moreloved the new decor and upscale feel of the space. The bar is the first thing you notice and is very welcoming to sit and have a drink. Cocktail menu was a good selection and some unique offerings. Ordered the appetizer of focaccia with the lemon ricotta and marinated cherry tomatoes. Was decent but the tomatoes may have gone better with a savory ricotta like basil/garlic rather than the lemon. Just a personal opinion. Was fresh and different. Ordered a house salad which was good, fresh and not watery like some places. Then the pizza, great crust. Well risen, chewy but not soggy at all , just the right crisp and not skimpy on the toppings. Sauce was not sweet and a good roasted tomato flavor. Service was fantastic on an early Saturday evening! Would go back to try some other items as they looked really good coming from the kitchen going to surrounding tables!

I really enjoyed the ambiance of this new distillery & restaurant in Plainfield. It strikes a…read morebalance between modern city bar & old time speak easy. Makes you feel hidden away and safe in its dark decor with a distinct sense of having traveled back in time. There was a piano player / saxophonist on the night I went and he played a medley of 1980's AOR / smooth jazz. I had the old fashioned, which was very good and not too sweet - as I often find them at other bars. My boyfriend had the paper plane, also very good & true to the original recipe. This bar serves shareable plates. We had the baked Mac & Cheese, which had a tangy flavor and was good. We also tried deviled eggs, garnished with bacon & meatballs served with a barbecue sauce on polenta. The food was good. The table next to us really loved the charcuterie board. I enjoyed the ambiance most about this place & I definitely will visit again to try more of their ample selection of cocktails.

Awesome atmosphere. Great cocktails. Varied and tasty the menu options. Good service and staff,…read morealthough sometimes seemingly understaffed.

O.M.B. (ONE MAGNIFICENT BURGER)…read more Their name doesn't say it, but Next Whiskey Bar serves an incredible burger. I know my way around a sandwich, and I have to say the offerings at NWB in downtown Plainfield are some of the best around. Look for the blue & white house on Lockport St, and you'll know you've found it. NWB doesn't take reservations, however you can join an online waitlist. Park on the street or in a small lot adjacent to the building. The beer selection is fantastic, a pint ($8) never disappoints although I usually lean towards a Hefeweizen or pilsner with my meal. Yeah yeah, I know this is a WHISKEY bar, but yours truly doesn't do the brown liquor.....bad experience with Jägermeister as a kid. For appetizers, the cheese curds ($14) are pricey but oh-so-worth it. They come with a cilantro aioli and we get an order of these every single visit. The cauliflower popcorn ($11) is also a very worthy choice for starters; roasted and seasoned cauliflower florets are served with a sumptuous clarified butter. Their house NWB Burger ($16.50) is a busy affair, with pork belly, bbq sauce, onion straws and cheese curds on a pretzel bun. The Big Jer ($15.25) is a much simpler yet equally stellar burger with 2x4oz patties, lettuce, tomato, and Merkt's cheddar spread served with a pickle spear. I recently tried the Suribachi ($15.50) and it blew my mind. A 1/2lb patty is lightly fried in tempura batter, then topped with pepperjack cheese, wasabi coleslaw and sriracha on a brioche bun. Next time, I'm giving the El Toro a shot (pickled habaneros, corn guac). My wife loves the pork belly mac ($16), a good portion of cheesy cavatappi pasta with crispy pork belly. Their Cubano ($15) is solid and the Taylor Street panini ($15) is a tasty Italian grinder, with prosciutto, salami, provolone, lettuce, tomato and olive spread on focaccia bread. NWB's homemade chips are amazing, I always opt for them instead of fries (which are also great). Bread = 5+ Circuses = 4.5 Service has been generally fine, but last visit it took a long time for our server to come by initially. The inside of this converted house is somewhat cramped so if the weather allows, I suggest dining 'al fresco'. Their outdoor patio definitely passes the vibe check. I honestly can't decide whose doughnuts are better, Empire in Naperville or Next Whiskey Bar's. It might be a tie! In any case, we ALWAYS end a meal here with the fried doughnuts ($11) that come with a heavenly whiskey caramel sauce for dipping. * TL;DR * In my mind, NWB stands for "Nirvana, With Burgers". Everything we've gotten here has exceeded expectations. Cheese curds, cauliflower popcorn, pork belly pasta, doughnuts and of course burgers all stand out. I would get the Suribachi again in a HEARTBEAT. The ambiance is ideal for date night and small groups, and with a small dining area that fills up fast, come early or expect a wait. Next Whiskey Bar is one of my favorite restaurants in the western suburbs, I highly recommend them.

The server who took our order asked us again what was the appetizer we ordered when he delivered…read moreour drinks. We had to ask for the bottle of water that should of been given to us when seated. The seal on the refillable water bottle had a black substance on it. We pointed this out to the server , who took the bottle away but never offered us a clean glass of water. Was never asked if we wanted another beverage . We ordered the NWB trio as an app. We had this before . It took a long time to be delivered .The pita bread was stale and the hummus dip was very dry almost old looking. We will not be coming back here. Was seated outside but no music .

Food was amazing ! Service was great, 50 points to Katie as…read morekept our drinks a coming and everything she suggested was phenomenal. We Loved the Bourbon Street vibes ! Brought me right back to NOLA. We definitely will be back, we've found our celebration dinner venue. Next time we promise to come when we don't have to be up at 4 am and check out the expansive fun drink menu! "Laissez les bons temps rouler."

The place is a bit dark in the sense it can probably get pretty wild here some night. They have…read moreseating indoors, outdoors, and at the bar. We had beers and a $20 boil (special). I don't know who is cooking Cajun, but wow! They are doing it right. Perfect blend of tastiness and spice. I ate way more than I should have, but it was so good. The service was prompt, we had no issues to mention. A good stop off for us on our way back home. Cheers!

Avocado toast was unique and superb. Al atun was a delight, as always…read more Love the big, bright windows, especially on a beautiful day. We scored plush chairs today, felt so deluxe!

Excellent! The strawberry margarita is worth a special trip. It's fresh and delicious...and strong!read more

We arrived during a shift change, and the staff was incredibly accommodating. We were able to…read morechoose our own seats and enjoy their daily half‑off appetizers, available from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Most starters are included, with the exception of wings and tenders. Everything we ordered tasted delicious. If you're in downtown Plainfield, stop by and support this local business.

I had the Al pastor tacos here, they were super tasty. I would get them again. They come with chips…read moreand salsa but I appreciate that they let you order a small side of queso if you want. That made it the perfect meal for me! To drink I enjoyed their strawberry mule which was made perfectly. I also had a sip of my friend's frozen lavender lemonade. It was delicious and surprisingly not overly sweet or syrupy. My son enjoyed his cheese pizza kids meal which was a great size for many ages. We had tons of leftovers since he is only 4. I will definitely be back!

What a great stop. Had a late lunch by myself and could not have been more pleased with the food. I…read morewas there during the happy hour, and got a great deal on the Brussel sprout salad and salmon rolls. the crunchy Brussel sprout salad was large enough to be shared, so I would recommend doing that. Otherwise, a great spot and one that I would happily return to for a refreshing and healthy meal.

Amazing food! Definitely want to come back to try more! Crab fried rice was great the noodles were…read moregreat!

Not worth your time. I love going to record stores throughout the country. I looked up record…read morestores nearby and was initially excited. After walking in the first thing I noticed were the slot machines. Come on, why are we doing this? Also, the music selection is very limited and overall not very good. Bye Felicia.

This spot has great live music and a big selection of craft beers, plus other drink options! Check…read moreout the vinyl side to find just what you need!

I love this place so much!! I have gone many times w/ friends and have always enjoyed the…read morewine/service/ambience. Stacy is my favorite but everyone is so kind. They offer complimentary tastings on Thursday nights. Their peppadew appetizer is so good and all of the food items are beautifully displayed. I have seriously considered trying to work there because I love the vibe and everything they have to offer.

Amazing outdoor seating!!!! The wine we got wasn't good. We tried an old fashion I know it's a wine…read morebar but wanted to try it. I don't recommend. The outdoor seating is hands down the best on a nice day!