My hubby and I were looking for a place with good drinks and decided to try this place. We parked…read moreand almost passed by the place because its like a small little bar with very little signage. It was before 6pm so we were able to find a seat. I think they have seats for only 25 people so prepare to stand when it gets busy. Our bartender was Edward and he was really nice. I ordered a Tiramisu Martini and then a Porn Star Martini. They were both good, but I preferred the Porn Star one. We also ordered a Smash Burger, which was actually from Holt's, connected to this bar. That burger was tasty - brioche bun & onions = yum. The chips it came with were crunchy. The Bacon popcorn was good but way too salty for me. Im glad we found this little bar and plan on coming back in the future.

We went out with Park Ridge friends last weekend and they took us to this charming bar. I read a…read morefew reviews that said that Pines Room has a small town vibe. I disagree--I am a Chicago boy and it has a big city hidden gem quality about it. In fact, they promote themselves as a speakeasy. Of course you can get any cocktail you want, but my husband and I both opted for a special strawberry cocktail made with Hendrick's gin. It was refreshing, not too sweet, and garnished with a dehydrated lemon slice. Perfect! Our friends both ordered old fashioned cocktails that looked equally as good. It was a Saturday night and this tiny bar was jam-packed. We had to stand, but it was okay because we had only stopped in for one drink before heading to another restaurant for dinner. The bartenders were friendly and efficient. Prices are not inexpensive, but average to what you'd find in a downtown Chicago restaurant. If you''re looking for a cool place to hang in Park Ridge with a craft cocktail and have a small bite (they have a limited food menu, too), Pines Room is the place.

These folks know how to run a restaurant! Nice greeting,…read moreattentive, professional, friendly service all the way. Menu has so many great items that we have returned several times. Parking was no hassle. ..and who doesn't love leftovers?

First time trying the Harp and Fiddle. Overall it was a decent place. The service wasn't great but…read morethe cocktails were. Everything was pretty standard minus the Sheppard pie. Which honestly was a little surprising considering. I'd most likely return since it's close to home for drinks only next time.

We love heading out to Beer On The Wall. I can't recommend any of the beers on tap, because the…read moremenu is always rotating but the menu seems to have plenty to offer any beer lover.

Checked out this beer store in Park Ridge to look for some cold ones and chill. It has more of a…read morelook of a store but you can drink inside at the bar or a table. Beer On The Wall has a few locations around. Here it has quite a bit to choose from. The prices are pretty high to be honest. Beers are the main things of course. It's got plenty of these in bottles and cans if getting these for later. There's also lots more on tap. A lot of these are from local breweries. There's also a few from other countries such as Germany. Big selection and prices are also big. It's about $10 a pint. Certainly would have gotten more if not for it being crazy. It's got limited food like $2 for bags of potato chips or pretzels. Also they have lots of community events. There's things like live music. For sure there's a lot to choose from. It's got a close relationship with the cafe next to it so you can go over there and get coffee and pastries. This is conveniently located across the street from the Metra station.

Amazing food, great service and music! Love this place! Everything is made with love.read more

The food and service at Mazi were fantastic. Best calamari I ever had. Drinks were great. I will…read moredefinitely go back.

This place delivers on food, ambiance, and service. Downtown…read morecity vibes and the food was delicious. Great menu with broad options. Friendly staff.

This was our first time here, and we came to celebrate a birthday. We had noted it in the…read morereservation and also had a conversation about it with our server. We were a little surprised when nothing was done for it, which isn't a big deal, but I'll be honest it was disappointing since we did come specifically to celebrate and had talked about it w our server. 3/5 Arancini - Very salty. None of us really enjoyed them because of that. They also came out lukewarm instead of hot. Would have been excellent if it was less salty and came out hot and crispy. 5/5 Fig & Mushroom (subbed for prosciutto) - The menu doesn't specify how the fig is served. Turned out to be fig jam rather than fresh fig, which wasn't what we expected. A little too sweet for me but overall still very much enjoyed it. Their pizza was cooked perfectly with enough toppings and cheese. Very good pizza! 5/5 Braised Short Rib + Polenta - so good! The short rib was excellent, just slightly salty. The polenta was perfect, and it came with a generous portion of wild mushrooms. 2/5 White Wine Cake (recommended as "unique") by our server - This was the most disappointing meal item. Our waitress told us it was special, but it was very bland and didn't match the description or image on their website. Their website showed a cake with a large scoop of ice cream on top, fair amount of whipped cream and raspberry sauce. Ours came with maybe a quarter of the size of that ice cream scoop, a little teaspoon dollop of whipped cream that you eat in one bite and the raspberry sauce was a tiny smear on bottom for decor but there wasn't enough to actually eat it. The cake itself was moist but lacked flavor. It took a really long time to come out, we thought perhaps they forgot, then forgetting we were celebrating a birthday on top of that was disappointing. Atmosphere - Beautiful space, very well done. The only issue is how close the tables are, you can't pull your chair back without hitting someone, and getting to the bathroom requires asking others to move because of how tight the layout is. Overall, we really enjoyed it and would return. While there were a few dishes we wouldn't order again, and others we would. Would love to try the wild mushroom pizza next time! The only thing was that since we had come to celebrate a birthday and didn't end up doing that, the night felt a little less special than we had expected--but still a nice experience overall.

One of the most beautiful places around! The Log Cabin at 346 Potter Road in Des Plaines has…read moreeverything you could ask for--excellent food, excellent drinks, and some of the nicest bartenders The beautiful outdoor area, bocce court, and relaxing atmosphere make it a great place to spend time with friends and family. If you're looking for a great place with good food, good drinks, friendly people, and a beautiful setting, I highly recommend the Log Cabin. Definitely worth a visit!

What can I say about this place other than it was an awesome surprise. The outdoor patio is unlike…read moreanything I've ever seen. The koi pond bar was one of the most unique bars in Illinois. A must visit bar near O'Hare.

We had our wedding at Moonflower, and it was amazing! We…read moreoriginally found Moonflower on Zola. Although we are from the area, we had never visited before, and the photos immediately caught our attention. The bar fit our vibe perfectly, and after visiting a few times, we knew it was the right place for us. We rented both spaces: the main bar upstairs and Nightshade, the speakeasy downstairs. Moonflower has a small stage in the main bar, which we used for our ceremony. The space already has so much character that it needed very little decorating. We brought small flower vases and an altar piece that the bride and her now mother in law made together. After the ceremony, we held cocktail hour and served food buffet style in the main bar. Later, everyone moved downstairs to Nightshade. Its lounge atmosphere and dance floor were perfect for our 50 to 60 guests. Some people relaxed around the cocktail tables while others danced, so everyone could enjoy the night in their own way. Moonflower's event organizer, Morgan, was wonderful. She made the entire planning process feel easy and was a joy to work with. She helped turn our ideas into reality, assisting with day of logistics, décor, beverage packages, and every question that came up. She was always responsive and available. Morgan also helped us think through details that had not occurred to us, including coffee for our guests, explaining the parking situation, contacting nearby businesses about using their lots, and recommending DJs. We ultimately hired one of the DJs she suggested. Her extra support was incredibly helpful and took a great deal of stress out of planning. If you have not tried Moonflower's drinks, you are missing out. Their regular cocktail menu is fantastic, and our experience was even more special because of a custom cocktail session with Zach. He created signature drink options for each of us based on our tastes and favorite cocktails. Every option was spectacular, and the final drinks felt personal and special. We chose Funeral Potatoes for the food. Since they already handle the food at Moonflower, we were able to try many dishes beforehand. Our guests raved about everything. We especially recommend the brussels sprouts, deviled eggs, and caprese sandwiches. Alexis, who heads up Funeral Potatoes, was also extremely helpful with selecting the menu. The only outside food we brought in was our wedding cake. The entire staff was phenomenal. Everyone treated the occasion with the perfect balance of care, professionalism, and fun. The night went off without a hitch and was truly one of the best nights of our lives. Moonflower was also extremely reasonable compared with other venues we considered in the city, especially with an open bar and food available on site. Street parking was plentiful, and none of our guests had trouble finding a spot. For anyone looking for a relaxed wedding for 50 to 60 people with a memorable lounge atmosphere, fantastic staff, buffet style food, and exceptional cocktails, Moonflower should be at the top of your list.

Very cute and cozy place!! They do a few events here as well. The food is rather limited but they…read moredo ironically have funeral potatoes which are very seasoned. I love!!! I love the bartender, very speedy service!!! Mac and cheese (not pictured) comes out in a cute little stainless steel frying pan. They also have happy hour!!!!!

This brewery is tucked away in an industrial park, which can make it a little hard to find--but…read moreit's absolutely worth seeking out. Once you're inside, they've done a great job creating a relaxed, fun atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. Every time we've visited, the people have been extremely friendly, and that's honestly a big reason we keep going back. It feels welcoming and genuine, not pretentious. The beers are local and really good, with a wide selection--perfect if you're with a group that likes different styles. There's something for everyone. Definitely worth the stop if you're in the area.

I used to frequent the place because work was right around the corner. Cool, tiny place, friendly…read morewaitstaff and the pizza was remarkable. I travel all over the country for work and this is one of the spots that still comes to mind when the desire for pizza is present.

Terrific neighborhood bar in Norwood Park with a rooftop patio open through the summer…read more I came here to catch up with a friend during the week and we took advantage of their $6 margarita special. The bar food is really good and the pricing is just right. We really enjoyed the tots, tenderloin sliders and wings. Theres a TV to watch games on the rooftop too. Service was swift and we enjoyed the casual vibe. Parking is streetside only but I didn't have trouble finding a space.

Popped in for a meal and to watch some ncaa basketball…read more Erin waited on us and was awesome I had traditional sliders and a brew Great food Great service Great price Great setting Love this place

We had a dinner planned for 8 friends and I put a lot of effort into researching a spot where we…read morecould enjoy being outside during Chicago summer. I booked a spot on the rooftop and received a confirmation back that we'd be seated there. Upon arrival on a beautiful night, we were informed there was an event being held on the rooftop - it felt really dishonest to me that we were confirmed and then moved without a call to advise of the change, since the rooftop was the reason we booked and events are usually planned well in advance. Food was solid as was the service, and we had a great night, but I was disappointed in the lack of transparency on rooftop availability, especially after telling everyone in our group that we would be dining on the rooftop. Seems to be a trend in looking at other reviews which is disappointing.

Came here with some friends to watch USA play Belgium in the world cup. I drive by pretty…read morefrequently but this was my first time here. It's paid to park mostly everywhere by the bar but was able to find free street parking by the park. They have a nice rooftop. I believe it's new. Could use more TVs outside but it was manageable. I ordered the short rib grilled cheese and it was pretty tasty! I substituted for sweet potato fries for an extra $1. We got an elote dip to share for the table and it was solid. No complaints there. My husband said the fried chicken sandwich was mostly breading and less chicken. To drink I ordered the pina sko rita which I think is a hybrid between a pina colada & a marg. I really enjoyed this drink! Comes with a rim of tajin. I would say my biggest complaint was that our food took 30+ min to come out.