I was only way to work I blame County and have often wondered if there were some small coffee…read morejoints in downtown Wauconda. Well, they are here! Honey Hill has a chill atmosphere and welcoming presence at the onset with staff who are knowledgeable and can help guide you through choosing a drink that fits you. I ordered a hot Honey Nut Latte with Oat milk and the barista was correct; it tasted like Honey Nut Cheerios in a latte! I will be coming back more frequently when I have time to make a stop. Highly recommend checking this place out!

I recently visited for the first time to have their iced caramel latte, and it did not disappoint…read more The coffee had so much flavor and was extremely smooth! Sadly, Honey Hill is far enough away from where I live that I wouldn't drive all the way their just to get coffee, but when I'm inevitably in Wauconda again soon, I will definitely stop by. The place itself is cute inside, and they even have local artists' paintings for sale on their wall. I love when local businesses support local entrepreneurs and artists. When we came, we sat on the little patio outside because it was a gorgeous day. They have a few tables set up right beside the building. When it comes to the menu, there are TONS to choose from! They also don't only have coffee, which is a plus because my husband isn't a coffee fan. They offer lemonade, frozen lemonade, non-coffee milkshake type drinks, steamed apple cider, hot chocolate, and teas. They also have food choices, such as multiple flavors of scones and cake slices. Admittedly, the day we came, the service could have been better. The young girl made the drinks really well, but she wasn't too friendly. She might have been having a bad day or something, which is understandable, but I wish she was a bit more personable. Overall, I highly recommend Honey Hill, and the location is perfect because it's in the downtown area of town, so there are plenty of stores around to pop in and out of!

the BEST shaved ice in my whole world I recommend reg shaved ice blue raspberry watermelon lime the…read morebest flavor combo I do ever time I come here

My Flavor It! Place has a big place in my heart because it is HARD to find Hawaiian shaved ice out…read morehere and they deliver. As someone who has an affinity for Bahama Bucks, this place comes pretty close. The shaved ice is slightly more icy and possibly thicker than BB, but definitely better than typical shaved ice place in the area. They have an array of syrups you can add and the option to have ice cream on top and bottom (volcano style). The ice cream is soft serve so it melts a little faster, but the creaminess is there. I do wish they'd switch to a thicker, creamy, scoopable ice cream which honestly wouldn't be a bad choice if they brought in flavors because they could sell them as scoops and give you the option for what flavor of ice cream. There is seating inside and outside, but outside is always my choice because you get to look out at the lake across the street. There's other snack options here, but I haven't ventured to try them just yet. It's a great pick-me-up or a good treat on a hot day.

This place Ribs and brisket are absolutely delicious, the best BBQ in town. They have many bbq…read moresauces and each one is amazingly flavorful. Plum Whiskey is my favorite. Three meat's chili is so delicious and you have to try it! The best BBQ place in Town!

This place is great. I deliver food as a side gig and when I got an order to deliver almost 40…read moremiles away, I knew it must mean something was up here, so I came back with my husband. Walking in, you can smell it's gonna be great barbecue. The staff are wonderful, and ready to guide you to a great experience. Recently I've had the pleasure of having some of the best barbecue in North Carolina, Texas, and Tennessee and I can't say I've been anywhere in IL that rivals those experiences...until now. My husband lived in TX for a while and until I went to Austin, I sorta hated brisket - you could smoke it, sauce it, but it was just always kinda tough and gritty and gross. Austin was my first experience with what brisket should and could be and Rock Stock MATCHED it. See, if you do brisket right, it's meat candy. Buttery, incredibly juicy meat candy. And let's just put out there: that tough a cut of meat being THAT juicy and that buttery is sorcery. This place has the magic. I also really enjoyed the Polish sausage, esp. with the SoCal mustard bbq sauce, and the brisket beans. Ribs were also super wonderful. Pulled pork with the Plum sauce is sweet and spiced and if you paired it with some smoked jalapeno, even better. I'd say I'm gonna go back and try even more things, but realistically, I'm probably gonna go back for brisket above all else, because...I'm telling you, not everyone can brisket like these folks brisket. Oh, last standout -the coleslaw. I'm not a coleslaw girl, but the dill and actual pickle in this changed my mind. Anyway, get out there.

Some friends and I stopped at La Michoacana Ice Cream for dessert on our way to Wisconsin. This ice…read morecream parlor had a large selection and everything was in stock. My husband and I ordered the banana split to share. It came with three scoops of ice cream. We got the chocolate oreo, mint chocolate chip, and pistachio ice creams. It hit the spot. I highly recommend La Michoacana Ice Cream!

Amongst La Michoacana locations, this is one of the better ones I've been to. This is in terms of…read moreportion size, selection, cleanliness, and decor. The scoops here are very generous with a dazzling array of flavors which are all delicious. The decor is very attractive with a good setup for sitting around and enjoying your frozen treat. The service is quick and friendly, with help to guide through the huge selection of options. Parking is also relatively easy in this shopping center.

Lindy's is a great lunch and dinner spot off of beautiful Bangs Lake. You can enjoy a view of the…read morewater from most of the restaurant. There are tons of different seating options from indoor bar or deck bar, indoor dining room, outdoor dining deck, or even beach tables. For the beach tables, you are actually seated on a a private beach, which is fun for the kids who want to play in the water after you order. All of the staff are attentive and friendly and will help with special requests. My favorite is the chopped salad, but I've also enjoyed several appetizers and my family has really enjoyed the luau bowl, fish tacos, and various burgers.

A nice place and has an amazing location on Bangs Lake. Has a nice beach vibe outdoors and know…read morefrom past experience they have a very nice dining room. Plenty of parking. When we first got there my wife wanted to sit outside and was told they had heaters (as I was dressing for 50's temps), but they didn't have them turned on. So, inside we went and sat at the bar. Stayed for couple of quick drinks. Nothing special about it but our bartender was very nice, personable and attentive. So from that standpoint service was great! Pricing was decent but if you are looking for an old fashioned, don't. It tasted like they splashed it with sprite or something, bathed in crushed ice and Marciano cherry. Very sweet. All of that was passable and went with the style but had to knock them down when I went to the rest room. It was dirty, paper towels on the floor and trash bins overflowing. I get they were busy on a Saturday night, but still. We will be back but hope to have a better review next time. If I recall their food was good, though menu is a little traditional - nothing too exciting for this foodie.

This is only original Slyce left in the suburbs. I love their outdoor patio seating for the summer…read more Their menu offers a robust selection of cocktails, hot/cold tea and large food portions. The 12" pizza + salads feed two people. The waiter praised the creamy basil soup and it will be next on my list to try. They offer gluten free crust, dairy free cheese & veggie options. I will be back & highly recommend to pizza lovers.

I don't hand out glowing reviews lightly…read more The food is the standout. The pizza is exceptional--perfectly cooked crust with toppings that are fresh, flavorful, and clearly high quality. Every bite feels deliberate, not just thrown together. The salads deserve just as much attention, which isn't always the case at pizza spots. They're fresh, vibrant, and with ingredients that actually taste like they were chosen with care rather than convenience. What really elevates this place, though, is the service. The staff is consistently attentive without hovering--friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making sure you have a great experience. Management clearly sets the tone here; you can feel that level of care in how smoothly everything runs and how valued customers are made to feel. The manager went out of her way to make sure our allergy needs were met and never made us feel anything we requested was too much to ask. She cared. It's rare to find a restaurant that executes so well across the board--food, service, and atmosphere--but this one does it effortlessly. Whether you're stopping in for a casual meal or something a bit more special, it delivers every time. Highly recommend, and definitely a place I'll keep coming back to.

Solid 3.5 stars so I rounded up for the pleasant service. I can see this being a great joint for a…read moresummer stop on the way to/from the lake. On an early May weekend it loses a bit of the summer vibe charm. The food was not great, the breaded chicken sandwich had a frozen patty feel to it. The bierra tacos were small, and the chicken schwarma was dry but flavorful. The kids plain smash burger was actually the best meal served. The craft beer menu was sufficient. Not sure Hamm's qualifies as craft but it's always fun to see it pop up at a beer pub. It got the job done for late lunch. Not sure we would hurry back.

I was craving hush puppies and The Side Lot did not disappoint. Friendly staff. Good eats. Great…read morespot if you want to chill and watch a game.