I always enjoy coming here for a beer and snack after a hard work day, the staff is extremely…read morefriendly, the space is quiet enough sometimes I can do a little work but the patrons and staff are always engaging. I like that the menu changes I didn't get to grab her name but the lady with the cool accent and Nicole were really attentive and kind :)

Old School Tavern and Grill seems at first blush to be another dive bar. But that really couldn't…read morebe further from the truth. Yeah this is a bar but it's also a really good restaurant and sports bar as well. The food is really good. We had the prime burger, the Mac and cheese and the pork chop sandwich, along with a few other things. The burger was great, with grilled onions and cheddar. Next time I'll get bacon too. The Mac and cheese was solid. It could be a bit bit more creamy and gooey, but it was good. The pork chop was a bit dry and needed sauce. Let's work on that. The drinks are great - the beers are awesome and their martinis are great. No complaints. The staff is the best. Super helpful and friendly. The space is also great with lots of TVs showing all the games. This is a seriously good neighborhood bar and restaurant, kid friendly and with unique and good food. Get here!

This is a cute little neighborhood dive bar. It has both indoor and outdoor seating. The service…read moreis okay, but not the friendliest in the world. There is no food, but their draft beer selection is pretty good, and it's a full bar, so you should be able to find something to drink. Lots of smokers outside, right by the open door and windows, which sucks. This won't be my regular spot, but I'll maybe swing by for a beer if I'm in the area.

This was the first bar I visited upon returning home to the US, and the staff were very welcoming…read more The small, but fairly packed, bar had a cozy atmosphere as the music playing overhead was barely audible among the chatter of regulars and incoming patrons. Large tv's were streaming sports overhead adding to the ambiance (along with Halloween decorations)--how festive! Had a few drinks and are feeling super hungry? Armand's pizza is right next door, but the two establishments are conjoined so you can walk directly into the pizzeria. My last two visits at Tiny Tap were very enjoyable and I encourage anyone to stop in for a drink.

I love the burgers here and whenever I'm in the neighborhood I like to grab a one. Tonight I…read moreordered the fried egg burger with the duck fat fries and a chocolate brownie a la mode to go. The passion fruit martini was stronger than I expected it to be. Everything was delicious. My server Jayme was being shadowed and they were both quite pleasant. I sat in the dining area with the low tables and it was fairly quiet, the bar side was louder but not too loud. *I wanted to note that the front entrance is not wheelchair friendly as previously indicated, there is a step. UPDATE: I just tasted the chocolate brownie a la mode and if you prefer a more cake-like brownie, then this is the brownie for you. I on the other hand, prefer the dense gooeyness of a classic brownie.

EmEm and Mattie were amazing . EmEm was our hostess and made us feel at home then Mattie was the…read morebest server. She was attentive, kind and an overall good time! People like EmEm and Mattie make a place memorable I will be back and happily give my money

Food is delicious. I have never sat inside but have done carry out only…read more The delivery service is on point because they do not outsource which is key.

Went for lunch on a weekday. Service was attentive and not too crowded. Food was pretty good and…read morehad a good drink selection. Looks like they have live music on the weekends and specials everyday of the week.

Great burgers, cold beer and friendly service. Good atmosphere in a neighborhood corner building…read morewith a nice covered patio we enjoy on warm afternoons.

Sally was our server back in July and we had an enjoyable experience. She was very kind and chatty…read morewith us. We were here for just a snack and drinks during lunch time. Sally recommended to me the shrimp ceviche ($15.95) which was very good and so fresh. There is a huge variety of salads and sandwiches, very hard to choose. I am glad we got the ceviche, it was a huge portion with lots of fresh shrimp and cilantro. It was more than enough for two people to share. I really admire the restoration of this old bar, it is quite beautiful and has some gorgeously restored copper ceilings. Would definitely come back here again.

I can't say enough about this place. The food is great. The service is outstanding. The vibe,…read moreperfect. Local or traveler, they will treat you right.

I visited Poor Phil's on a weekend night and it was busy! I was able to seat myself at the bar and…read moremy bartender made me feel welcome and answered my questions. He had great recommendations about the menu, and I was not disappointed. Poor Phil's is known for their seafood, and I now see why. I enjoyed the atmosphere here, a great neighborhood pub with interesting decor and a friendly laid back vibe. I'll be back as they have nice outdoor seating as well.

In some ways it is not much of a bar with not much age, pat Chicago Sports stuff on the wall…read more Dropping my son and his friends off at a local quinceañera, thought I would find a dive bar while I waited, ended up being til midnight. Started to head to the most highly rated place on yelp but the parking lot of Phil's was inviting. Ended up being a wonderfully diverse crowd. WW..E or F, lots of fighting. ...whatever was not my favorite thing to watch, but just trying to hang out and turning off March Madness was not a big deal. But young Joe and I believe his brother run their grandfather's place, this Phil's. Authentic people, Joe a super good guy. People and their scuff mark presence and Joe's good heart and diversity will make this a place of increasing character. Hang out there, and continue to add your character. I will be back.

Italian Beef Crawl Stop #4:…read more Starting to get slowed down by the volume of beefs and beers, this short trip to the next bar was more than welcome. As we entered there were about two guys in there having an afternoon beer. My friend rolls up and orders a long line of glasses and pitcher after pitcher after pitcher. I commented to him, "This looks like a scene out of a Western flick where the banditos rob the money train and then go in all out buying whiskey!" Some folks picked up the ping pong paddles and started to play a game, still a few more popped in some quarters for Silver Strike Bowling and some others played some pool. I contented myself walking around and chugging out of the small glasses. The outdoors area was sweet with tables and lots of room out in the sun. We did run into some west siders who all had an opinion of where to get good beefs, but Johnnie's would be the next leg of the beef crawl. We probably ended staying here the longest and spent the most money than any other of the bars. We eventually ended up staying at Phil's and then eating Johnnie's at Phil's. The tables were big enough, so there was room for everyone to eat and keep drinking. All in all a decent bar with lots of sports banners, neon lights and cheap beer. A bit far out of my way and nothing compelling to bring me back, but definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in the neighborhood.

The Burgers Are Phenomenal and so is the atmosphere. This place is Old School In The Best Way.read more

Real dive but has serious potential to be a very happening place. The old school vibes form this…read moreplace being around since 1926 definitely is there. The fried mushrooms were ok. The burger was solid and good size. The turkey BLT was great especially the bacon. The service is a little awkward. There is only a bartender and a waiter. The only beer on tap is Irish beers, which was a disappointment. Once the crowd builds, that will be a great local place. They are obviously doing something right to have been open since 1926.

Most of the staff is kind and professional and the league games (pool/darts) are…read morecompetitive,intense and fun!!!

Let's not mince words - this is a dive bar. And I do mean DIVE. But there are some really good…read morethings about this place and places like it. First off, the staff is amazing. Super nice, super funny. Don't get me wrong, they're just as likely to insult you as anything else, but it's always in a playful way. They're good people. Ditto for the regulars. All you need to do with any of them is engage, talk sports, local events, food, pets, drinks, whatever, and suddenly you're welcomed with open arms. That's the magic of these kinds of bars. The drinks are drinks, but if you want something specific, they'll do their best. Buy the bartender a shot and they're likely to do even better. No food, but bring some if you like. These folks are good, the space is fine, and the drinks are cold and generally reasonably priced. Drop in, chat folks up and you'll have a good time.

Been there a few times. Squid pasta is my fav, apps are very good, good prices on wine. Service…read moreneeds to be a little faster and more officiant. But, that could be me. 5 stars anyway. Good ambience, could be a lot of fun.

The drinks are great and during the week it's half off 3-5pm. The service is so friendly and the…read morevibe is very cozy that you'll think you were at a lounge in the city. I'm adding this to spot to frequent in Elmwood park. Thank you for the chill vibes.