If I could rate higher I would! I asked for help picking my first Japanese whiskey, and received in depth advice on what to choose out of their massive selection. The staff are extremely welcoming with the ambiance being a high class bar wrapped in a more casual vibe. 1000% recommend! Do not pass this gem up! read more

Apparently I'm an "iced vanilla latte with oat milk" person now. I don't know when this happened, and I'm not particularly proud of how pretentious that sentence sounds, but here we are. And unfortunately for my dignity, Common Good makes it ridiculously good. Smooth, not overly sweet, and good enough that I'm never going back to pretending I just want regular coffee. Then there's the old-fashioned donut. Holy heck. Crispy edges, soft inside, and flipping phenomenal. I don't know who they're getting their donuts from these days, but whoever is responsible deserves continued employment and possibly dental coverage. The ambience at 7 a.m. is also kind of fantastic. It's basically me, the barista, and whoever is standing across the street waiting for the train. Quiet, relaxed, and just enough civilization outside the window to remind you that other people have places to be while you sit there eating a donut. Next assignment: come back in the afternoon and investigate the cocktails. I take these reviews very seriously. It would be irresponsible journalism to base my findings solely on breakfast without conducting a thorough investigation of the cocktail menu. I didn't choose this responsibility, but I intend to see it through. read more

We've been here multiple times before and they definitely sell some of the most unique drinks in the Chicago suburbs. I love that their menu changes so often each season with so many different drinks to try and they are all super inventive. I also love that they sometimes put fun little items on the drinks, such as a page from a book, a temporary tattoo, or a piece of candy. This time, they had their spring 2026 menu. I looked at their Instagram page before coming and decided exactly what I wanted. It's so fun how they write a little story to go along with each cocktail and the thought process behind it. It definitely makes the drinks feel more personal and special. We started off with the Rose Tico Conundrum (very sweet and came with a little piece of raspberry candy) and Pepe Silvia's Pickle Party Plot (really delicious, was surprised by this one). Next we tried the speciality API month drink called Gratitude in Bloom (tasted very gingery and lemony, almost like a healthy tea drink) and the Springtime Thought Crime (very strong with a hint of cherry). There isn't much seating so it's not great for huge groups but I think there is a patio. It's a pretty casual spot and great for just hanging out. The music is loud but the vibe is fun. The bartenders and servers are always amazing and super attentive. They do not serve their own food, but I think they have a food truck sometimes that you can order from and they'll bring it to you. I could be wrong about that, but the people next to us had tacos brought to them on paper plates, which looked delicious. read more

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Me and my wife had a really tough day and we wanted to go somewhere nice to basically get away from everything. My wife suggested this place and I have never been here prior but once I parked my vehicle and stepped inside, i completely forgot about my worries because I felt like I was at home. The lighting and the atmosphere inside is absolutely beautiful. I feel like I'm in a speakeasy but not so secretive and this place is just warm with positive vibes from the people that are here. Great selection of cocktails and all sorts of seasonal drinks and specials. Mixologists here are highly trained for what they do and are great with their customer service. They have a larger room in the back that I was not able to see that looks like it's for larger parties. My only regret about this place is that I should have came here for Valentine's day. They have a menu and a QR menu as well. Pro tip : please dim the brightness on your phone read more

I've been to this fun little gem a few times and have thoroughly enjoyed the experience each time. Inside is a cute little house, a bit tight when it's busy, but when the patio is open - it's a great space to stretch out! I think the seasonal cocktails rotate monthly or damn near close. Then there are usual cocktails which are always a good time. I appreciate the mad scientist, mixology that goes into these beverages. Just fun concoctions! The service is always great too - just be patient with them. read more

Common Good Cocktail House - Sir, this is a Wendy's drive thru - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Glen Ellyn, Illinois

I love this place. While they have a few snacks, this a coffee shop in the morning and cocktail house in the afternoon. A little funky. Huge variety. Exceedingly well made. Seasonal menus. Always good. Feel free to sit inside or out on the patio. Either way, the friendly and knowledgeable staff can't wait to help you through their menu. read more

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Common good has unique refreshing and indulgent drinks ! It's tucked away in downtown Glen Ellyn . It's cozy and comfortable and the waitstaff is attentive and knowledgeable. There's some bites to eat but they were out when I went . They also have some great mocktails ! read more

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Update: One I'm SO HAPPY to write! Common Good seems to have pivoted and they are BACK! Their approach has returned to their roots: hands-on, personable, bespoke, white glove! Friends and I stopped in on a Friday evening and noticed... 1) they are back to having printed menus, which is very welcomed! Not only that, but they have slimmed down the choices (great!) and have a picture of each drink. Love it! 2) our waitress was very friendly and seemed personally appreciative for our business 3) Not only did our waitress take our drink orders (without writing anything down) but she also delivered our drinks in the palm of her hand (literally, she "handed" them to us balanced in her palm - wonderful pageantry and presentation!) And just like that, 1-2-3, they retake the thrown as King of Cocktails in downtown Glen Ellyn! I've been spreading the exciting word far and wide and can't wait to come back! read more

5/10/25 Update Still is my favorite neighborhood bar, and honestly, it's ruining other bars for me. The cocktails are so good it's borderline suspicious, the staff is friendlier than my relatives, and the service is so smooth I half-expect them to hand me a robe and slippers. The cocktail Mr. Milchick's Terrible, Awful, No Good, Very Bad Day? Ironically, it turned my day into a spectacular, wonderful, exceptionally good, very fine evening. It's hands down the best drink I've had in years--like a warm hug in a fancy glass. Sure, it's a bit pricey, but totally worth it. If I had a drinking buddy, I'd be here so often they'd name a barstool after me. Until then, it's just me, my drink, and the strong urge to be best friends with everyone behind the bar. read more

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If you're looking for more than just a happy hour--if you're seeking a place that makes you happy for hours--look no further than Common Good Cocktail House. This isn't just a bar; it's an experience. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with warmth, professionalism, and a genuine passion for hospitality. Chad, David, Eric, and the enitre staff are not only masters of mixology, but also curators of comfort and connection. Every cocktail is a work of art, every interaction feels personal, and every visit leaves you wanting to come back. read more

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Has an amazing atmosphere and very kind staff. I would recommend to anyone looking for some coffee or a good cocktail.

First time coming in for coffee and breakfast. As always, the gentleman behind the bar was so kind. My iced latte was delicious. The biscuit breakfast sandwich with sausage, egg, and pimento cheese (they're collaborating with Bang Bang Pie now for some breakfast items) was so good. Biscuit had a nice crust yet remained fluffy on the inside. Love Common Good as a coffee and breakfast option now! read more

Common Good Cocktail House - Vanilla Lavender Iced Oat Milk Latte + Sausage Egg Pimento Cheese Biscuit (in collaboration w/ Bang Bang Pie) - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Gorgeous place to go on date or with friends. Very pleasing aesthetically. Love the mood lighting and decoration. Delicious drinks. Amazing service (my only complaint is the ordering process. I'm used to paper menus and paper receipts). And soooo packed. Which means it's a great place to go decompress from the day to day life. Will definitely visit again when I'm back I Chicago. read more

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Common Good is a nice spot to grab a crafted drink before dinner located across the street from the Glen Ellyn train station. Kingslayer Rye was my leadoff drink and the description was true to the execution, "Dry-Heat, Sweet-Spicy, Murderous", very creative! Other drinks, including the Black Manhattan and Sazerac were solid versions. We sat in the bar area, which was fine, but I'd recommend sitting outside if the weather is right. Our mixologist/bartender/server was a bit stiff until it came time to run our bill, then came alive. read more

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What a cozy cocktail bar! This place is teeny tiny, but every seat was full when we went in. Despite having every seat full, it felt perfectly cozy and not overcrowded. Ordering was easy through a QR code, with menus and drink orders taken from your phone's internet browser. This made it really simple to go with a group and split the tab. We enjoyed the huge list of cocktails, with a mix of classics and more experimental drinks. I'm looking forward to going back for a date night or upscale girls night out! read more

Very relaxed place, comfortable, feels like hanging out in a friends living room. Cocktails are kind of all over the place, not Very consistent . But decent for the suburbs. Good but nothing crazy. Bartender sadly seemed very inexperienced and didn't know much about the product when asking about ingredients. Overall For what you're getting I guess I works for the area. read more

What a fun local cocktail bar in downtown Glen Ellyn! Reasonably priced drinks from an extensive menu is the perfect spot for a girls night or a pre/post dinner drink! They also have pretzels, chips and dip, and popcorn as snacks to accompany the drinks which was a nice touch. Highly recommend stopping by! read more

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No pictures we walked in about midnight and the place was packed. Very intimate, dark and moody perfect for date night or GNO. I LOVE the cocktail menu, it reminds me of places in Chicago love that I don't have to drive to the city. I think they have a patio? That would be the only thing that could set them apart and really take the business over the top. I saw a back room but it looked closed off, I did not see a food menu. Cocktails are their specialty, it was a vibe for sure! read more

I've had friends rave about Common Good Cocktail House for a long time so I was pretty excited when I checked it out last weekend. After having spent most of the night here it's safe to say I love this place. The staff is beyond friendly and welcoming. Our server (I forgot her name - whoops) was very attentive and helped my wife & I narrow down our choices since there are so many. Their Old Fashioned is delicious as were the drinks my wife had tried. The space is a little small so you may have to stand before finding seats but it does not take away from the fun & atmosphere. I'll happily return here for years to come! read more

Great, creative drinks. Friendly, helpful staff. Cute, cozy interior. It was already packed when we got there at 5:20, we got the only seats left in the back room. Looking forward to going back! read more

The hubby wanted to check out this speakeasy and we were certainly in for good treats! The cocktails were delicious! They have a twist in how they do some cocktails. We decided to try most of their sweet and slow sip cocktails. The alcohol is loaded so please drink responsibly. Overall, we loved it. The bartenders were super nice and recommended great drinks. It's a small bar so please keep in mind seating may be limited to larger groups. We highly recommend this place! Parking is free along the street. read more

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This cocktail house is second to none. Fantastic place staff is great and their cocktail game is the best in the area! Perfect date night place or just a night out. read more

Not a lot of food options but tons of cocktails on the menu. The bartender would give you a good description of the cocktail and would customize it to your liking. The place would seat about 30-40 people. read more

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I only wish I lived closer! Common Good is a lovely neighborhood spot serving gorgeous and creative cocktails. The patio is perfect for enjoying Chicago summers! But if the weather is bad, never fear, because the inside is equally charming. The cocktail menu is seasonal, and each drink on the menu has a fun little description. The prices are quite reasonable for cocktails these days. I enjoyed all of my drinks immensely, but some standouts were the Chaperones Day Off and the Down to Fiesta. I saw that they are launching a collaboration with Metric Coffee and Bang Bang Pies, which is very cool. read more

oh, common good, i'm so disappointed. i was there at 10:00 for coffee and their wonderful biscuit with sausage, egg, and pimiento cheese. the last time i was here they were out of sausage. today they were out of sausage and eggs. i had the biscuit with pimiento cheese. much to my dismay, the young man who was working had not warmed the biscuit. do NOT ever serve me a cold biscuit. even the wonderful ones they have from bang bang pie are not good when served cold. i remember hearing somewhere that the first indication of a failing business is when the food supplies aren't in stock. i hope this isn't true for common good. but it is very frustrating. guess i'll call ahead next time. and i think $9 for a cold biscuit and a cup of coffee is too much. read more

I've been considering whether or not I'd leave a review for my favorite cocktail bar in the suburbs - and alas I finally had to. Now, before you think I'm biased - know that I almost gave them a 4 because while I'm obsessed with the owners and a bartender or two, some on the staff just didn't fit the feel and was a bit disappointing when I brought clients there. What makes this place amazing is the heart that goes behind everything they do, the art and knowledge of the drinks but it is not the same across the board. After accommodating for a number of events and seeing the work and the way Mike and Chad respond, I finally decided to post my review! Pros: a few of the bartender's knowledge and creativity, passion and art put forth in all their drinks, eclectic feel, over the top drinks (for the suburbs) perfect for an adventurous cocktail or whisky lover. Cozy, almost always feels energetic. Partnering with a number of local businesses Cons: staff talent is inconsistent and a few miss the mark. the busier they get, the less they're able to replicate what makes them special, the space/layout feels tight on some nights read more

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We absolutely loved our time at the place. Our server Julio was very attentive and all the drinks were great. You won't be disappointed.

We decided to stop by Common Good to grab a drink before date night. We sat in the parking on the side of the building. Service was prompt and I had asked for a recommendation on my drink after telling her what I liked, I got the chaperons day off and my husband got an Allertons Ailment. I enjoyed my drink, it was light and refreshing. Would be nice if they offered more snack options. read more

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Me, my husband and my in laws went over for a pre-dinner cocktail on Thursday with our pup! We had been wanting to visit since we moved to Glen Ellyn a few weeks ago and we definitely do not regret our decision! We each tried a different cocktail! Mine was chaperones day off and I LOVED it. Definitely want to come and have another one...or 2. My father in law had the bumblebees and babadooks and loved it. Mother in law had wonder by wonder and loved it so much she would've had another if we didn't have dinner reservations! My husband had the black eyes and blue bruises and loved it too! Such unique cocktails and definitely used our server to help us choose our perfect drink each! Can't wait to come back again! And bonus points for dog friendliness! read more

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First visit this past weekend and enjoyed all aspects of my experience while enjoying a friend's birthday. We decided to checkout at least two new places, with Common Good being one of them. Seth provided warm and prompt hospitality! Common Good has solid cocktails and reasonable prices on most things, including some of the bourbons I inquired about. We sat inside at a table and watched the bar turnover rather quickly. I enjoyed the vibe inside, including watching all the bustling activity. Bathrooms were clean and clearly serviced well. My buddy enjoyed his birthday cocktail and we both agreed a return visit to Common Good is definitely warranted. read more

Came here for drinks before dinner and didn't expect to love this fun cocktail bar as much as I did. We had popcorn with chips and dip to accompany our drinks. The drinks are so unique and prices for reasonable compared to a bar in the city. Would love to come back for breakfast and coffee - they are currently collaborating with Bang Bang Pie for some breakfast items. read more

Small place but so much quality packed in here! Every 3 months they invent new drinks to put on the menu and they're all created with such care and attention to detail, with fun names to boot We ran into a local celebrity last time we were there- LaMorne Morris. He is from Glen Ellyn, so you never know! We both tried 3 different cocktails each and there wasn't one we didn't like! Very cool little gem of a place. read more

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Well, I meant to take some better photos of my drinks, but they were just too good!! This is a small place with an old time vibe. The drinks are all completely unique and unexplainable, but they have come up with a great way of organizing the menu and helping you choose something you will like. I enjoyed both of my drinks as did my companion. If I lived closer, I'd visit often. They also had a patio. read more

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I love this little spot. My sister and I came here for her birthday since we've never been. The service was great. We did order the board which was delicious. The drinks were strong so they were worth the price. read more

Such a super cute local spot in Downtown Glen Ellyn! A must try. Amazing cocktail menu. And the drinks are tasty! read more

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You've never been to a place like this! The drinks are beyond unique and delicious. Super chill and loungy vibe, and when you walk in the aroma is delicious! One of my favorite spots now! read more

Went on a busy Friday night when the place was packed. The ambiance is romantic and speak-easy-esk. Even though it was busy, the. Staff went out of their way to find us a place to stand while a table cleared out. We had delicious drinks in our hands within mins. They are great at suggesting drink options and even had great mock tails. I will be coming back! The friendly staff, greta atmosphere, and yummy drinks. Cheers! read more

This is a jam packed spot with custom cocktails, great charm and intimate space for gathering. There is outdoor picnic table seating if weather permits. Parking is generally available on the street. read more

Absolutely amazing drinks (we had Free Spirit ones)! Told the female bartender (bartendress?) exactly what we liked (floral, citrus, slightly herbaceous and then floral, sweet, fruity) and she crafted the PERFECT spirit free drinks for us. We were blown away by how accurate the drinks were to our preferences. This was for sure an elevated drink experience. It was reminiscent of cocktails we have had at Longman & Eagle (obviously), The Whistler, Violet Hour, and Aviary (without the gastronomic elements). We don't drink alcohol anymore, and were so pleased to find Common Good by recommendation of a family member. The entire staff were honestly some of the nicest, humble people we have ever spoken to....and the service was very quick and unbelievably friendly for being so busy. This was an experience as opposed to a typical night out, and the establishment and its staff are absolute gems (not to be confused with GEMS aka Glen Ellyn Moms). I grew up in Glen Ellyn, and the drive from Chicago was worth coming out to have a night at Common Good. 10 STARS , A+++ read more

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Common Good is my go-to place for cocktails! It has such a cute outdoor space, which is perfect for summer nights. They have a cute indoor space as well but admittedly I've only had drinks on their patio. Their menu is seasonal and constantly changing and their drinks are so unique and fun! I also love how each drink is described in such a poetic way on the menu read more

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