We come here often and have tried many things on the menu. I love bringing friends and family to this spot. Fantastic beer menu that changes often. Also one of the best local brewery beer choices in the area. I always order a Manhattan when I'm here because it is so good. I am in love with the oyster selections here! Finally got Mike to try them. So delicious. The mac and cheese is awesome too. Get the burnt end appetizer if you can! read more

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I went here on a Monday and was disappointed in this place. I was excited based on the reviews but there is no way I would give this place 3 stars. The pulled pork was just OK - no flavor on its own, and the sauces didn't thrill me, very light. The ribs were overpowered by the dry rub which coated them. --this could be a plus for some people, but once again the taste of the meat was lost. The staff seemed anxious to get us in and out, and unless you were one of the obvious regulars you will be ignored at the bar. I might go back, but there are so many other better choices for bar food in the area - it may be a while. read more

It was ok , the food wasn't bad but definitely nothing to get excited about. It's not worth the price. The meat is not that flavorful and it doesn't taste like it's been barbecue. I wouldn't go back for the food . They do have a great beer selection read more

Service is not always the best. We've had a couple servers who did not check on us often, left us with empty beer glasses, or were just a bit lacking in the friendliness department. The brisket is delicious, as is the Cubans sandwich, and my favorite - the lobster roll. They offer a good selection of craft beers on tap which is the primary reason we will stop there. read more

I had the best Cuban sandwich EVER at Nobel House. I was not surprised though after learning that they smoke their own meats. The portion was generous too, I only ate half of my sandwich and ate the other half for lunch the following day. Most entrees are around $12. For a quality sandwich big enough for two, that's an excellent deal. I also ordered a side of macaroni & cheese. This was again a good size portion which was extra creamy and so, so satisfying! I came here for dinner with a friend, street parking is available right on State St. or just around the corner, and the interior of Nobel House is much larger than the pictures show. There was live music on a Thursday night which was obviously louder the closer you sat to the stage, but the volume was comfortable toward the rear of the restaurant. There is no shortage of cocktails, wine, or beer. The Mexican Mule (tequila, blood orange, ginger beer) was so good I had two! read more

I cannot believe that I have not yet reviewed Nobel House considering the staff recognizes my family when we walk in the door, as we go there so frequently! My hat goes off to Nobel House - I think they offer well-prepared, interesting dishes at reasonable prices. I thoroughly enjoy the mussels and Parmesan fries as a main course (though it is listed as an appetizer), and am a fan of the ceviche (my husband is not...not everyone has good tastes!). The crab cakes are another go-to item for me, but pass on the crab-cake sandwich, which just has way too much bread! The charcuterie plate is a great option if you're dining with a group, as you can choose from a variety of cheeses and meats and the portions are more than decent. The waitstaff is terrific; my family is a big fan of Kate, but we're a bit biased, as we know her brother and his fiance! Honestly though, we have had nothing but good service at Nobel House. I think the atmosphere is a bit lacking though - there's a bit of an identity crisis going on inside the restaurant. I love the wood-planked walls and ceiling, but can't quite figure out the American flag artwork or vintage travel posters. I would much rather see invention sketches or portraits of Alfred Nobel on the walls. Some quotes would work too. I don't know if anyone else realizes the restaurant is named for Alfred Nobel...? I do wish the owners would make that connection clearer by adding more decorative touches along those lines! read more

So, hey Nobel House I can understand that we walked in after your kitchen was closed and we were looking for food. Appreciated the fact that our server went to check for us and then put up with our stupid jokes about being able to cook in the kitchen ourselves. However, what I didn't like was the manager coming over pretty condescendingly saying that nowhere else would be serving food and that we might as well just order. We left and we did find food so, I guess you were wrong. read more

Wandering around after a failed food truck fest... Geneva, here we come! Our menu consisted of pork wings, beer mussels & the belly melt with a side of mac & cheese. Here's the rundown: I was soo, sooo excited for the mussels but ended up being pretty disappointed. The "broth" was bitter & there was grit in every mussel I had. No good. The pork wings had amazing flavor & the "smoke" taste was definitely dominant. If you're not a fan of that, stay away. The belly melt did not excite me as much as the pork wings did. It seemed that all of the pieces to the puzzle that were on the plate didn't quite fit. Not terrible by any means but I would not order it again. GET the mac & cheese though, that's definitely a solid choice and pretty delicious. It seems that each item had a flaw or two but it wasn't terrible. A little tweak of the ingredients and they would all be a home run. If in the area again, I would give em another shot, especially because the vibe & beers are pretty good. read more

Love: excellent beer selection Like: food was decent fairly priced but there is a bizzare after taste of smokey bbq Dislike: the bartender was totally inept. The bar was packed and he seemed to think checking his phone and stocking the cooler with Miller lite was a good use of his time. The entire waitstaff and hostesses seemed under trained and apathetic. The best service all night was from the bus boy who was super polite and attentive. He should be promoted and the bartender should take some lessons from that young man. read more

Horrible service, took 45 to get my burger. We ate at the bar, the service at the bar was lacking, you shouldn't have an empty glass very long, but we did. Ordered food, nobody told me the kitchen was behind. We even asked, oh, it's 4 minutes out, 15 minutes later we told another person to make it to go, a few minutes later someone else brings our food out, but not too go. One would think they might discount the food, but no. We paid full price even though a manager told us they screwed up. We also had other friends here tonight at other tables that left after canceling their food orders. I will not be going back. read more

This place was awful. 6 meals all pretty bad. First we walked in there were several tables opened But yet we had to wait 10 minutes to be seated. A family walked in behind us and they asked how long the wait was and the hostess said 15 minutes and the guy pointed to an open table and said "what about that one?" To the hostess surprised it was an open table and she seated them right away. We ordered drinks and wings. No ice for the waters at the table. So you are drinking warm water. Wings were ok .Big and meaty. Lots of sauce. Nothing impressive. Dinner came. Beef brisket sandwich was cold, bloody, tough and a gross pale white color. Chicken tender sandwich is just a pounded out flavorless chicken breast. Fries were soggy and just gross. I just wanted to leave! What a waste. read more

A small but cute place with some gluten-free options. I highly recommend the chili. It is both vegetarian and gluten-free. It is also unique as it has mushrooms in it which give it a nice texture and flavor. read more

Amazing little gem in downtown Geneva. Great for drinks, food, and fun! We came in on a late Tuesday. The servers were super nice, friendly, and attentive and let us get an order in before the kitchen closed (at 10pm). I had the Rueben's Sister Rachel and the smoked turkey was on point. The onion rings and accompanying chipotle sauce were (somehow casually) maybe the best I've ever had. My girlfriends brussel sprouts were really tasty and her chicken sandwich was good too. I've got my eye on the sweet fries and mac & cheese for the sides during my next visit. The beer list was long and good, but mostly IPA-centric. This isn't too out of the ordinary for summer time, and the local selections were a plus. With pulled bacon sandwiches, real in-house smoked meats, and some other fantastic looking dishes on the menu I'll definitely be back! read more

Smoked meats. That's all you need to know. We had pulled pork, delicious, and smoked BBQ wings also delicious. I can't wait to try their ribs & brisket. Service was friendly & fast - love the huge screened front window, it's like patio seating with no bugs! read more

I tried this place a few weeks ago. I didn't expect to like this place as much as I did. I had no expectations and I didn't even know what kind of a food they served when my Wife and I made plans with another couple to meet for dinner. The menu isn't huge but they do have a large specials menu on the wall. The place specializes in BBQ, and I can't believe I'm saying this since I just smoked 10 pounds of short ribs last weekend but, I just wasn't in the mood for BBQ when I showed up. I therefore ordered their burger and it was very very good. The meat was seasoned well and the toppings were ample. For appetizers we ordered the Pork wings which were tasty but were a little dry. This is normal in my opinion for such a small smoked piece of meat but I just wanted to mention that if someone really can't have their meat a little barky on the outside. We also had the roasted garlic and that was fantastic. I'll definitely go back just for that. My wife got the pulled pork sandwich and being one that smokes about 15 pounds of butt each year I can say it was quite good. Shoulder is hard to mess up though. My One friend ordered the lobster roll and he said he thoroughly enjoyed it. The amount of lobster was pretty ample too. My other friend ordered the burnt ends. I was trying to get my wife to order them since I at least wanted to try but she shared them and they were very tasty...Think beef bacon. All in all a solid establishment with great food. Although it seemed like a while before our initial drink order the service for repeat drinks and food was very prompt from there out and the server was very friendly. The atmosphere is befitting a small pub style urban BBQ location and is exactly as you'd expect it. Thanks Nobel House! read more

Seemed like this could've been a fun place but with all the staff they had working on a Saturday night, we were ignored. Our dates went to the bar for our drinks. We closed the bar and even as we walked out the door, no one said anything. Terrible service read more

God bless this spot in Geneva serves fresh raw oysters! Not a big fan of smoked meats, but this is definitely a place that you go a few times before you figure out what on the menu is right for you. Nice people, clean restaurant and great apps. read more

So here's my advice. If there is only bar tender and you want food - don't sit at the bar. We opted for the bar seating rather than the unwanted seats in the restaurant but waited forever for this guy to check in with us...actually he never did and we constantly had to flag him down. The poutine was a bit smaller than expected and the lobster roll was good but once again smaller than expected and for the most expensive item on the menu I was expecting a little bit more for my money. Fresh? Yes. read more

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Tried to get into this restaurant a month ago on a Thursday night and it was packed so we tried it for lunch last Saturday. Sat at the bar and service was good. Asked waitress if I could order a serving size of pulled pork (without bun and fries) and a piece of cornbread and she said that they could not accommodate that request so I ended ordering the sandwich & fries and my husband ordered the beef brisket sandwich with fries. Sandwiches & fries arrived and to my surprise the chef came out with a piece of cornbread too! My husbands brisket, the fries and the cornbread were all excellent but unfortunately, my pulled pork was dry and crispy. When the bill arrived I was surprised to see the charge for the side of cornbread since I hadn't actually ordered it. read more

I recently went to Nobel House for the first time and was extremely impressed! I ordered a burger with a few special requests (bacon, avocado, and no bun) and they were totally accommodating! I also got a side of the sweet potato fries and they may have been the best in town. I love the casual atmosphere and the quality of the food was just fantastic. They have a great beer/wine selection as well. This will definitely become one of our favorites! read more

Say yes!! To the Cuban sandwich & broccoli side!! Very nice tap beer selection. Very nice bartender (he is also extremely knowledgeable about the menu and gives great suggestions). Can't wait to go back with my husband and get the big platter!! read more

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Meh. Disappointing. I'd been here about six months ago and had been dreaming of the poutine with brisket ever since. Fast forward to today. First, we got serious side-eye from the waitstaff when we asked to move to a nearby table right after being seated (we were right under a vent that was blowing cold air on a cold day). When it was time to order, I inquired about the oysters and I expressed my preference for brine. My server steered me toward a cleaner NY selection, which sounded fine to me. When they were delivered, she informed me that she'd asked the chef and he told her the BC oysters were more briny, so that's what she ordered for me (in spite of the fact that she said they weren't good earlier). Um ... thanks? I would have preferred that she relay the chefs recommendation and allowed me to make the choice myself. The biggest disappointment was the brisket on the poutine, which came to the table with no visible char and was at least 60 percent fat - pulled from the smoker a bit too early, I'm guessing. I picked at it, and ate some but discarded a fair amount of it. Nothing like the magical dish I'd had in the fall. MAJOR letdown. On top of that, my mother's onion soup was nearly inedible (overwhelmed with seasoning) and my father wasn't offered a refill on his long-empty Arnold Palmer. Will not be back. read more

I was very underwhelmed by everything here (food, wait staff...) except for the atmosphere. It was psycho! The acoustics in this place are off. They had the music turned up way too loud which caused everyone else to practically yell their conversations. It was so incredibly loud. TURN DOWN THE MUSIC!! For the food, it was nothing special. We had the belly melt and Texas burger. The meats were flavorless and dry. The beans were waaaay too sweet. We left most of our food there. read more

Amazing brunch and amazing bloody Mary's! Chelsea was our server, she was awesome! She was patient in explaining the different bloodys and any food questions we had! It was phenomenal and we will definitely be back to try lunch and dinner! read more

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If you LOVE brunch and Bloody Mary's that could be a complete meal...this is the perfect place for you. They have a great selection of craft beer a little over priced. Their food has always been great from the burgers to the burnt ends. FANTASTICO indeed! read more

Some things are very good like the dry rubbed wings and some things fall kind of average. Def should check this place out though. Plenty of options for everyone. read more

Ok place. Salads were blah. Burger normal. Expensive. With all the other options nearby we will pass

Wanted to like this place but the food was awful! Pulled pork was rubbery & not good. read more

Decided to go at the last minute on a friday evening. Arrived at 7:30 and was seated immediately. Extensive beer menu along with other mixed cocktails. I ordered a cup of the brisket chili and a side of mac and cheese, both were delicious! Service was great! read more

Nobel House is a very neat place. Husband and I stopped there for lunch on a Sunday and it wasn't all that busy. We were seated right away. I'm normally not a brunch person (like, at all) but I had to try their Smokehouse omelette - pulled pork, pork belly, coleslaw, and cheese sauce. Yaaaaaas. It was good, and they cooked my hash browns damn near burnt (just like I like 'em!) Husband had the Belly Melt, which was almost the same thing as mine, except with no eggs and on bread. Very good. We also split a poutine with brisket. I was a bit disappointed that the brisket was sliced and not chopped, but that's just splitting hairs at this point. Their beer selection was amazing. They even had a Three Floyds beer. I'll come back and sample next time I'm not so damn hungover and just need grease to calm the nuclear power plant that is my head and stomach. read more

I really like the vibe & menu at a Nobel House! The pulled pork we ordered was more than enough for two people, which was perfect for us! We also received some great recommendations from our waitress that were really helpful. Good beer & drink list and an enjoyable ambiance to pair with it. A nice, welcome change of pace in Geneva! read more

Nobel House - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Geneva, Illinois

When we first walked in, we weren't impressed. There wasn't a hostess in site. We had to ask the bar tender if we should seat ourselves. They said she was setting up a table for someone else. Waiting at the front door with a baby wasn't ideal. After waiting for some time, we got seated. Service was great after this small incident. On the food note. We thought it was great! My hubby got the brisket, I got the ribs. Loved their sauces that came on the side. Ribs were a little dry. Jalepeno corn bread was good. The sides! We both got mac n cheese & baked beans. The mac n cheese was a delicious adult version!!!! Tempting to get a full the size one next time. The baked beans were equally as good!! We will be back to try something we haven't yet tried and to try some of their craft beers :D Set up isn't the best for kids, but our little one seemed to enjoy the music. read more

Excellent Barbecue! You will not be disappointed! I recommend the burnt ends. Service was excellent! Great selection of craft beers! read more

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I love this restaurant. Always good and have never had a bad experience. They a good selection of beers and drinks and their smoked meats are all in house and to die for. Awesome brunch menu and would recommend the chicken & waffles and of course the lobster roll. Prices aren't bad and it's definitely worth the money. read more

Got the crab cakes and dynamite shrimp appetizers, which both were delicious, and they had a good selection of beer on tap. read more

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Great atmosphere, service and food. We loved the roasted garlic appetizer. Amazing!!!! read more

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For meat lovers everywhere please go here and eat the sample platter! Every. Bite. Amazing. BBQ sauce was not bad. read more

Honestly, it's just bad food. Like the food is not very good and it's expensive. Horrible service too, don't go here if you have somewhere to be cause you have to be there for hours whether you want to or not. It's just not worth it. My ribs were hard as a rock. That's not right. Like I've never had worse ribs in my entire life, and that's saying something read more

We stopped in after getting a reco from the people over at Penrose brewing. Super cute branding (that's the marketing creative in me)! I really like their restaurant concept but I kept looking at the menu wanting something more. What we had was delightful - the wings - they smoke their meats in house. Maybe I need to go back and try a burger. read more

My wife and I have been here twice and both times have enjoyed our experience. It is a smaller restaurant but the environment is warm and the service is friendly. The bar is fairly large but it has been full both times we've been there. The wait has never been longer than 15 minutes as they seem to turn things around fairly quickly. Lots of beer on taps so plenty to choose from there. I've had the chicken sandwich and the cuban, both are very good. The mac and cheese is extremely good and both my wife and I highly recommend it. My wife had the chicken caesar salad which she didn't really enjoy as the kale had a smokey flavor. But overall, the service, food are really good and prices are very reasonable. There are a number of choices in Geneva but I will be back! read more