Possum&#x27;s Pub

No beer on tap! Guinness in nitro cans though…read more Food fried. Some more characters for the Yelp minimum?

Kind of a dump. If not for the cheap drinks, we'd never have stopped by…read more Place absolutely reeks of cigarettes and seems to rely on crowd of VERY loud regulars, which isn't a great atmosphere. Wish we had a better local bar that didn't feel so gross.

Mike O'Donnell's Irish Pub .Franklin Park, IL

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Hala Kahiki Tropical Lounge

4.0(974 reviews)

2.0 mi

Hala Kahiki is a tiki bar staple in the Chicago Suburbs! The inside is much larger than I expected…read morewith a huge bar area, covered outdoor patio, and at least two other indoor seating areas. I love that as soon as you enter, you are transported to a tropical oasis that is dark and moody. I visited with a larger group so we made a reservation before. One pays $5 per person in your group and the amount is later applied to your bill. The food menu is minimal and most items weren't available sadly. We got two orders of their pineapple salsa with taro chips. It was yummy but wasn't enough substance to match the drink levels. For drinks, our group got a wide variety. They have all sorts of flavor pairings to accommodate every guest. I got the Captain's Revenge after hearing the Pearl Diver was unavailable. It was good but not amazing. For my second drink, I got the Chocolate Banana Old Fashioned which I thoroughly enjoyed. I didn't hear anyone in our group be disappointed with what they ordered. Our server, Jazmine, was very knowledgable about the menu and asking the right questions to make sure what we each ordered would be something we liked. Overall, this was a fun experience and I am happy I finally got to visit! My experience was slightly tainted with how much was not available the night we visited.

The best way I can some up this place: "Aloha, mf'ers!"…read more Drinks are strong strong and always garnished with something fun. Heed the warnings on the menu and ask for help if you get stuck. Decor is classic tiki and the wait staff is top notch.

Delightfully tacky, and I love it.

Mid seating section during the holidays.

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Short Fuse Brewing

3.9(491 reviews)

3.6 mi

A short fuse and a close call…read more After Emily and I checked in to our hotel room, we wanted to stretch our legs and see if there was anything nearby for some beer and some food. Turns out, Short Fuse was right up the road and a 5 minute walk got us there. For a Sunday, it wasn't too busy but not dead, so we got seated right away. We ordered some beer and took a look at the menu. While nothing really struck our fancy, our waitress made a comment that if we did want any food, it might be slim pickings as they were running out of stuff. Turns out, this day was the last day they were open. Talk about timing! After she mentioned that, I started to notice that people were buying bar signs and various other things. Emily started off with a Guava Gose and I grabbed a Krankshaft kolsch. We sampled each other beers and we both really liked what the other ordered. I don't really know what a gose is but, damn, was that good! I've had Krankshaft before so I knew what I was getting myself in to. We ended up ordering a second round of the same beers and let each other sample the other's beer a little more liberally this time. While we were kind of hungry, nothing on the menu really struck our fancy, especially considering they might've been out of it. Room service took care of those hunger pangs later after a few more beers in the hotel bar. Online reviews for this place seemed hit and miss but I really enjoyed my time there and really enjoyed the artwork on the walls and the vibe of the place. We did contemplate buying some bar signs on our way out but declined as we don't know what we would exactly do with them. It sucks to see a small business close but they did say they may try to open up a new place in a new location in the future.

Enjoyed the wide variety of beer options. The food was okay, but it's definitely worth coming for…read morethe beers! I loved their Bear-ie White and Loosey Juicy. The waitress was friendly and gave great recommendations. I also loved the huge space with its superhero vibes. Parking was limited, but it's totally worth checking out.

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The Log Cabin

4.3(98 reviews)

8.9 mi

The Log Cabin is quirky gem of a find in Northwestern Chicago. From its straightforward,…read moreorder-at-the-bar menu with homemade Polish specialties as well as standard fare, to its nooks and crannies that make for intimate seating for groups of any size, it is an affordable place to relax amongst of an eclectic collection of farm implements, vintage signage and more than a little of the macabre. You and your fellow guests will have much to talk about as you wander around its sprawling outdoor spaces. Stop by for a music night or even just a slow hang and you'll want to share your experience, including its lack of cannabis smell. Staff are polite, friendly and are more than willing to share its little nuances. Located just east of the 294 tollway, off of Dempster St. or Golf Rd. exits.

Stopped at a Route 66 diner in Pontiac, IL for lunch, The Log Cabin. It was established in 1926…read moreand they are celebrating their 100th anniversary in May 2026. The Yelp reviews were mostly five stars, and it was touted to be a locals' favorite, so we decided to give it a try. We both chose the patty melt with a cup of vegetable soup. The soup sounded like an excellent choice on this cold cloudy day. The food, the service and the ambience were all wonderful. We finished off the meal sharing a slice of hot peach pie with vanilla bean ice cream. It was all fantastic.

The Log Cabin. 346 Potter Rd, Des Plaines, IL . Cool!

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The Log Cabin.346 Potter Rd, Des Plaines, IL . Cool!

Fitz's Pub

3.7(128 reviews)

3.2 mi

Good food and friendly staff. All you eat fish night on Friday was definitely worth the stop in.read more

Came to Fitz's for a special event that was being held there. So the food provided was not…read morestandard off the menu. But the food provided was quite good. Nothing fancy, just bar food, but at least a bit unique. The bar has a nice variety of beers, and of course any other drink you might be interested in. The bar was packed that night, so the staff was working hard, but in general they did a great job and were super nice. If you're looking for a place to watch that sportsball game, have a bite and a drink or two, this is a good spot. Nothing crazy or outstanding, but a solid place to hang.

Fitz's Pub . Wednesday Night Karaoke! 172 N Addison Ave, Elmhurst, IL Cool!

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Fitz's Pub . Wednesday Night Karaoke! 172 N Addison Ave, Elmhurst, IL Cool!

Elmhurst Brewing

3.9(205 reviews)

3.2 mi

Elmhurts Brewing is a great spot for a few beers or some tasty food. Are these the best beers in…read morethe greater Chicagoland area? No. But they are solid beers and the food is also tasty. The place is a pretty normal brewery vibe, which is cool. It's clean and well maintained. And the staff was super cool, always checking in and making sure we were good. This is a nice, solid place to check out.

My lovely wife and I visited Elmhurst Brewing awhile back on a whirlwind day in the 'burbs with our…read moredrinking friends. This was the fourth establishment that we visited that day. While we had a nice time here, I wasn't totally wowed though that is not really the fault of the venue. I suppose that's what happens when you eat and drink all day. The interior is fun, and the service seemed fine. My love and I enjoyed our flight tree of four beers, and we tried a pretzel stick with beer cheese that our friends had ordered.

Choosing which beers we will serve

Starting the barrel-aging program

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McGaffer's Saloon

4.2(27 reviews)

5.2 mi

Played classic rock old hag bartender didn't like so canceled. Told me to bad, paid for…read more UNACCEPTABLE!

Restaurant Review This is a classic hole in the wall bar…read more Loyola Fellows and Residents often use this as a gathering point at the beginning of the year for the first day of unwinding. I was surprised how dark the inside of the bar was, but the outside patio is significantly better. The food prices are very reasonable and they have drink specials as well. Servers are friendly and not too over bearing either. This is a great neighborhood blue collar bar if that is your scene. Pro- cheap neighborhood bar, daily drink specials Con- dive bar Hidden deal- Drink and food specials

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Current daily specials

Fuller House

4.2(743 reviews)

8.5 mi

What a fantastic Bar and restaurant. Food was very good and the craft beer was nice. Great customer…read moreservice.

We were told we couldn't make a reservation so we arrived an hour early and had our name on the…read morewait list so we could watch the US match. Got there and learned that they had the upstairs closed (by the big TVs). They squeezed us into a much too-small table outside away from the small TVs. We asked several times for a bigger table but kept being told that someone had reserved that table. How? I wish we knew instead of waiting the hour for a bad table that won't fit our entrees. The hostess was so apologetic, but was clearly more interested in packing more people in at the tables than actually fit. I won't be recommending this place for watching matches again.

Reclaimed wood American flag

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Rotating Beers on tap

Tipsters Village Pub

3.8(120 reviews)

5.3 mi

Food and service excellent. Very authentic with large portions and reasonable prices. Been a…read morecustomer for years and never disappointed

Such a great place, lots of parking, friendly and warm atmosphere. The food was phenomenal we…read morestarted with rolled eggplant with vodka sauce that melted in your mouth. Giant stuffed with blue cheese wedge salad. Perfectly prepared coconut shrimp, giant Italian beef sandwich overflowing with fries.