Ward Eight was a place we frequently visited when we lived nearby many years ago. We were in the…read morearea recently and decided to stop by...we discovered this gem from our past has only gotten better! High quality and innovative cocktails, reasonable prices, and a chic/classy ambiance make Ward Eight must-visit! I tried two cocktails when I was at Ward 8: Remember the Main and Vieux Carre. Both were decadent, delicious, and boozy. Triple threats! I loved them both, but the "Remember the Main" was different from drinks I've had before, so that was my favorite. My husband had a local beer. They have beer, wine, and NA options for folks who aren't into cocktails. They also have food which looks scrumptious, ranging from high-end appetizers to full meals. We did not come prepared to eat, so we'll have to come back again to try food in the future! The staff were welcoming and professional. The space was clean and Gatsby-style chic. There is plenty of seating and an outdoor space for when it is warmer. It is a fancier places, so prices are higher. But you pay for the higher quality ingredients and innovative recipes. If you enjoy cocktails and cozy cocktail bars, Ward Eight is definitely the spot for you!

Cocktail was neither worst nor the best rendition of a Vieux carre that I've had. I've said it…read moreseveral times that many things that originate in New Orleans are hard to replicate outside New f the big easy. I got the feeling that the staff were putting some effort into their craft. The place was crowded & there was even a live band performing. The bar had some above average bottles such as Hibiki & Bookers. I was pressed for time but there were at least three more menu items I would've tried.

I love the atmosphere- I really dislike all the sports TV's…read more- Outside of that , it's a fun place to meet new people ‍‍‍

Earl grey martini yummmm! Watched the WNBA game and had mozzarella sticks it was awesomeread more

Pulled pork nachos and scottsh salmon poke bowl. Both were great, but note that its raw salmon…read more They should say that on the menu, but I liked it, Coffee sucked big time though. .

Here's what. I went there for the first time a couple of weeks ago and had a burger. It was all…read moregood. SO, I've been thinking about it. And tonight I ordered the mac & cheese and bring it home and it's like...ugh. That's a nope. Like watery cheese and noodles. Nope. I do play to give Peckish Pig another chance, but I'm going to say: Go with fries.

Jennifer was awesome! Great burger and bar crowd. Would recommend you stop in for a beer.read more

Music plays juke box style! Full bar!…read more Seating bar tables high or low. Seating outside also. The server was friendly upbeat and helpful! The smoked chicken was shareable . Corn bread was awesome! Every one's meal was great! I enjoy this place been here twice and will be back again!

Nice little neighborhood beer bar. Good selection of beer and liquors. I was in the hood and…read moreneeded a place to watch the Bulls game. This popped up and it hit the spot. Chill crowd, friendly bartender, clean bathroom. I wouldn't seek this place out, but if I'm in the area I'm happy to stop by. No food that I can. Maybe the biggest downside.

Very chilled little bar in a weird location on Peterson, about a block west of Clark Street…read more Barrelman is located on the short stretch of Peterson that is between Clark and Ridge. If you are like me, trying to make that light, you will never see this place, but it is there and it is super cute. There is a lot of dark wood that just gives the space a cozy feel. There are also two garage doors that I assume can be opened when the weather is good. For you folks with dogs, beer drinkers who drink beyond the basic beers, bubble drinkers (like me) and those that want to bring in their own food...this is your place. We went there to meet some friends and to watch some football. For such a small place, they do have plenty of TVs with multiple games going. It was great to be able to have pizza delivered, with the bartender providing paper plates, and napkins for us to use. The bartender was also very cool about bringing our drinks over or picking up empties as we were sitting a a table away from the bar. I didn't get his name, but he was cool. There is street parking but not on Peterson itself. I would say, depending on the day, it might be hard to find a spot as you have to park on Ridge or some of the side streets. There is a new Metra station down the street that is about 2 blocks from the bar. Not sure if there is public parking available, but worth checking out. I could see myself coming here just because I can bring my own food and still get bubbles. While they do not carry bubbles by the bottle, the stuff they had in the can was good. I would love to go there when the weather is nicer and they have the garage doors open. And it is a happy compromise to hanging out with friends who have dogs that they just can't live without who also like to drink. This is a place we can definitely hang out with them and have a good time.

Food is always great. Service is usually good. Ambiance is unique - very sultry with low light but…read moredoes have loud music and a lot of ambient noise. Good for a romantic date night.

Nestled on a corner in Andersonville, Little Bad Wolf is a charming restaurant with a large bar…read moremenu and delicious, heavy bites. There is outdoor seating under a pergola lined with semi-private planters, while the inside features a bar, high tops, low tops, and large booths. The music was upbeat, giving the space an elevated lounge vibe that pairs really well with the upholstered booths and vintage industrial design. I ordered the Wolf Burger, which is a whopping three-patty burger. That first bite was juicy and pure bliss--a total explosion of great flavors. It was a little messy (like all burgers with an egg), but the extra liquid was perfect for balancing the density of such a meaty burger. The soft bun soaked in a lot of those juices with each bite, intensifying the flavor as I ate more. The fries were thin and on the greasier side--not my personal favorite, but they worked alright as a vehicle for the sauce. Speaking of which, the chili aioli served with the fries was fantastic. We also got the mac and cheese, which hit a great balance between rich and creamy without feeling excessively wet. The boat it came in was a bit small, making it a little messy to scoop out with the serving spoon, but it was soooo good. Overall, it is absolutely a fantastic neighborhood place for comfort food and drinks with friends in a great space!

This place is awesome. Incredible beer and drink selection with some hard to beat deals. It has a…read morepunk-metal atmosphere that's super unique, bartenders are all very friendly and attentive, and the pool table upstairs is always a great time. Sometimes they play some pretty weird movies on the TV and I'm here for it. Also Bills games here go hard. I'm not even a Bills fan and I was having a great time.

Came here on a saturday with a large group of friends and had to leave after 30 minutes because the…read morespace was so small and packed you couldn't really move. Id recommend coming with one or two other people if you'd like to stay a while. My only complaint was standing at the bar for over 10 minutes waiting to get a drink and kept being overlooked or ignored. The drinks were okay, I got a high noon so can't really go wrong with that but I heard their mojitos are good.

The entrees ordered were all prepared excellently, the four of us had two entree salads, a burger…read moreand the very well executed Friday Fish & Chips. The food came quickly and was as described. The server was attentive and efficient and the order came quickly. The restaurant was clean and nicely appointed. The background music wasn't too loud and didn't drown out the conversations at the table. It was an enjoyable experience for all in our group. We'll be back in the future. Heartily Recommended!!

Our group of 8 had an excellent dining experience @ Oak at the Glen. Brussels Sprouts for an…read moreappetizer, delicious wine spirits, chicken, burgers , the short rib all very good. A special shout out to Sylvia who was a server with energy, attentiveness, care , and a glowing personality! It may have been the first time for some of our group, but it will not be our last. Rich, keep on doing what you're doing, you got the formula for success! L. Feldman Vernon Hills, IL.

The minute my boyfriend and I walked up to the building. I immediately was infatuated by the…read morebeautiful historical exterior of the building, and it was extremely amazing. When we walked in before the distillery tour started just looking around and seeing all of the cute neglected nostalgia, and all of the beautiful antiques and how a lot of the structure of the building was kept intact. I really appreciated everything. It is a smaller bar however that's how a lot of bars were back in the really early 1900s or even late 1800s. Going through this tour with Derek was pretty amazing. He knew his stuff and he made sure we knew the reasoning behind everything and it was just so cool to find out! I only did we get to see behind the scenes on how they make the whiskey, but we also got to see where they have all of their aging whiskeys! After that we were able to test out several different whiskeys from a three month to a one year to a two year to a three year to a four year and a bonus one was a 5 year! My boyfriend and I are definitely going to come back and we will definitely be bringing people! you have to come check this place out. The drinks are amazing. If you do not know what to get the bartender will most certainly help you out and finding what is best for the drink. I had their Retro/Metro Old-fashioned. That was sooo amazing and the citrus was super fresh!

Cute spot! Limited hours so finally was able to check them out when in the area. It is located near…read morethe Riverside BNSF stop and there is also street parking available. We met the owner who is very passionate about his business. His bartender made some tasty cocktails. Prices for cocktails are very reasonable.

Solidly five stars with great service and solid food. We had a business meeting and it was a great…read moreplace to meet for lunch. Not too busy, not too loud, waitstaff super respectful and the food was delicious. I wish they had a bit more for the order of truffle fries, but probably for the best. Looking forward to the next meeting there! Thank you for a great lunch last week.

Maize + Mash is a place i recommend to everyone I know!…read more The service is always incredible and the food is the best! I love how diverse their menu is!