It's a super low-key bar with an amazing vibe -- perfect for a chill night with friends. The…read moreservice was honestly INCREDIBLE. So attentive, constantly checking in without being overbearing, and giving tons of great drink suggestions. You can tell they actually know their stuff. They have such a huge selection -- so many beers, seltzers, and different drinks to choose from. If you're not sure what to get, they're happy to let you sample and help you find something you'll love. That alone makes the experience feel elevated. I also love that they have board games available, and it's just that kind of place where you can hang out for hours. We even brought our own board games, ordered pizza, and had the best night ever! It's the perfect spot for a laid-back night -- no pressure, no crazy crowds, just good drinks and great company. After going, it totally makes sense why their reviews are so strong. I would 100% go back.

Good beer selection. It would be nice if they served food. Ambiance is basic. There are other…read morebetter places around but this is a decent option

Found out about this brewery in Westmont and came to try a few beers. It's in a pretty hard to find…read morelocation in some industrial area, the worst thing about it. Whiskey Hill is a funny name, as this place has beer, not whiskey. Oh well, what they have is still good. There's a pretty good selection including some hoppy and sours. A lot of breweries are in kind of strange areas. It's the case with this one. This is located on Vandustrial in a building it share with some offices and whatever. Lots of trucking companies around here. There's semis parked along the street. Anyway, the beers. It's about $6 a pour. It's not quite a pint but whatever. Even so, a pretty good price for a small brewery. Has many to choose from. Best was the 7 Mile Bridge. It's a Belgian Weisse with key lime, toasted coconut, and vanilla. A lot of lime flavor. This is almost like a sour to be honest. A pretty strong one at 7% ABV. There's not a whole lot on tap, but they manage to have quite a bit for a microbrewery to be honest. Get some beers on tap or take some of the cans to go. It's a small place but when it's warmer they have a patio. There's no food but sometimes there's food trucks.

I came here with my future mother in law and it was not super busy for a Saturday . They have a…read morenice selection of beer on tap and one cocktail on tap( old fashioned my fave!) we ordered a steak crab Rangoon which was rich and creamy . The service was very attentive. It was on the Inkind app so I was able to use my credits.

Bottom Line: Good place to start the evening…read more This spot is good for opening the evening before heading to one of the many nearby dinner destinations. The indoor space is long and narrow, with an eclectic, warm vibe, lined with display bottle and can-filled shelving. There are several tables along the display wall that seat four comfortably, with a compact bar tucked toward the front. Don't come here looking for a quiet corner though. The place fills up quickly--especially Thursday through Saturday nights during sidewalk‑dining weather where the crowd spills out into the covered entry and sidewalk. The clientele skews upscale and once they settle in, tables tend to turn slowly. Also, the noise level often rises to the point where conversation requires a raised voice. Wine and appetizers are this place's wheelhouse. I agree with other reviewers that service can lag, especially when you're trying to get that first order in. The charcuterie is a reliable favorite, with the rest of the menu at least decent if not particularly memorable. The wine and beer offerings are broad enough to satisfy most tastes, though some reviewers' claims of "reasonable prices" depend heavily on your definition of reasonable--lingering over drinks and appetizers will leave a very noticeable dent in the ole' wallet. Though I don't feel It's the kind of place I'll likely make a weekly habit, it is a good starter spot for a date night or a meet‑up before moving on to a dinner place.

This is such a great wine and charcuterie spot in downtown Downers Grove! The charcuterie boards…read moreare delicious and honestly really reasonable priced. We got to choose seven items between meat and cheeses for $25 plus you get to pick three accessories like nuts, jam, mustard, fruit, olives etc. All of the options we chose were delicious! And served with both a garlic bread and rice crackers. They have an extensive wine list and a lot of food options as well. After our charcuterie we enjoyed the white pizza- GF FRIENDLY! All the crusts are cauliflower crust, and I am not GF so while I wouldn't have picked this normally, it was SOOO yummy. I wouldn't have even known it was cauliflower crust! The flavors were great too. We also had a super tasty grilled cheese with bacon and the star... jalapeno jam! Loved it all and can't wait to come back on a future date night!

Go to this Dive Bar!! Inexpensive drinks & great vibes. Big TVs & games. The thin crust Pizza was…read morethe only food item but it was delicious and went perfect while we drank and watched the World Cup. Also The Owner & his Wife are awesome down to earth people. Cheers!!

My friend was looking everywhere for a "Chicago Handshake" which apparently is not a sex thing. We…read moreended up looking on yelp for the best place to find one and Squirrel Cage was it! Staff was friendly, and it just happened to be Tuesday trivia night! We had a great time at this dive bar and would recommend! Just make sure to bring cash as they do not accept cards!

Great lunch specials. Burger, quesadillas and burrito were all great. Super friendly.read more

Asked for hamburger to be medium but arrived very well done on a burnt bun. Fries had a peculiar…read moretaste. If they were seasoned, should have been advised. Had to leave first table as it needed to be cleaned, sticky. Not a pleasant lunch.

I've driven past Goldfinger Brewery more times than I can count, always telling myself, "I need to…read morestop in one of these days." Today finally felt like the right excuse. My service dog, Cooper, officially passed his service dog certification, so we wanted to celebrate. As it turned out, we accidentally picked the perfect day, it was Goldfinger's 6th anniversary. Between the outdoor tents, live music, food trucks, and everyone enjoying themselves, the place had an incredible energy. It felt like a big block party without feeling overcrowded or chaotic. The staff couldn't have been friendlier. They made great beer recommendations, welcomed us right away, and even brought Cooper a bowl of water without us having to ask. As any dog owner knows, the quickest way to our hearts is by treating our four-legged sidekick like family. Watching Cooper happily soaking up all the attention on such a big day for him made the experience even more memorable. The beer was excellent, the atmosphere was exactly what you'd hope for from a neighborhood brewery, and the whole place just had that genuine, welcoming vibe that makes you want to come back. It may have taken me six years to finally stop in, but I can promise it won't take me that long to visit again. Cheers to six years, Goldfinger and thanks for helping make Cooper's big day one we'll both remember.

This is our go-to brewery in the area. The best lager and…read moredark beer! You can bring your own food here or order a pizza at the kiosk. The bartender is always so nice and friendly. Very cozy place and family friendly.

Wonderful atmosphere. fantastic service. Knockworst needs…read moremore garlic or flavor, Sauerbraten beef tough, Werner schnitzel excellent, thuringer great. Beer choices amazing. Would recommend!

had lunch at the lodge for the first time. The atmosphere was pleasant and felt like a lodge themed…read morerestaurant should feel. Service was also good. Had the Scotch Egg appetizer and was surprised how substantial they were - and they were almost meal sized. They were really good. The dip wasn't my favorite accompaniment, but it was ok. Then I had the German Sausage Platter with one each of their three types. Decided that I wasn't as thrilled by the Bratwurst. The Knockwurst was better and the Thuringer was best of all. The sausages came with a variety of sauces, so everything was good. In fact, my final judgement was that these were some of the best sausages I've ever had, including some I've had in Germany. So feel safe recommending the Lodge if you have an urge for some Bavarian food.

Great food and also accommodating to gluten free needs. We got the whiskey burger, onion rings and…read morethe buffalo chicken sandwich with no bun and grilled chicken.

Neat is, well, neat…read more I got the Caprese Chicken sandwich and it was really good. I appreciated the stretchy, melty cheese. Our server, Erin, was incredibly polite. She recommended I get the chicken on my sandwich blackened, which was an excellent choice. The place feels a bit cold - decor leaves a lot to be desired. It's fairly "industrial" feeling. Neat probably isn't the best place to take your kids, though. Everything on the kids menu is $10, including Kraft Mac & Cheese, which is selling for 99 cents at Jewel as I write this. Sure, you get a couple fries and a beverage, but that's highway robbery.