We got a side of tater tots and the Nellie's sandwich, which was really good. The fries were…read morefreshly made--simple salt seasoning, but it brought out that fresh potato flavor. The tater tots were also made fresh, and the portion was huge--definitely enough to share between three people. I also tried one of their ciders on tap (forgot the name, unfortunately), but it was really good. I'll definitely be back for the cider alone. The show that night wasn't really my type of music--I'm not into heavy metal--but I get the appeal for those who are. There was a $20 cover at the door, which I didn't know about, and honestly felt a bit pricey for the experience. Maybe I would've enjoyed it more with a different genre. That said, the bartender was super nice and helpful with drink options!

I went for trivia night and it was so fun! Venue is huge, two floors, a pickleball court and a…read morestage. Food was great. Fries were a little floppy, but still good. Drinks served in plastic cups. A fun dive bar experience. Casual pub vibes.

Don't be deceived. Yes it's a bowling alley. I would stop here again. My boys loved the pizza and…read morecheese curds. My wife and I split the birdie wrap with fries. My 7 and 5 year old gobbled up their food. Tony was excellent. Service was all-star quality.

Ignore the menu on the website as the one at this joint is completely different. Please update the…read morewebsite. Large appetizer selection which is fitting for the bowling folks, other offerings are several burger and chicken sandwiches plus pizza. Several tv's mostly on the small size around the bar with a couple larger in the dining area. Burger and pizza on this visit was just okay. Food was served hot but was nothing special. The bartender was very pleasant and we enjoyed her company. They have a huge pool table room which was holding a weekend tournament that was fun to watch along with about forty bowling lanes. Two stars for the bar/restaurant.

Stopped in here for a private event up on the second floor. It was fairly chill in general in the…read morespace on a Saturday evening. The upstairs was spacious - had a dedicated bar, a kickbutt bartender and really really reasonable prices! I got some premium tequila for $9 a shot. Beers were $5-$6. They also were serving pizza (not Chicago deep dish ha) but folks seem to be enjoying it. The space was clean (yay for no sticky floors). Apparently there is a very large urinal but I clearly did NOT see it for myself lol.

In town hidden gem. Not fancy. Just good food and good service. Lori, Denise and the rest of the…read morebartenders are great and fun. The decor is old but fabulous. Don't expect a fancy restaurant. Just expect to have fun.

Madcats is an unassuming lively music venue in Downtown Palatine. Every weekend, various types of…read morebands play with drinks served. If you want a table while watching your favorite band, come early and grab a seat! It fills up quickly. Good is served and service is fast! Delicious options and great drinks at a decent cost. You won't be paying high prices for drinks. It's a lively place, sound quality is also great, and the staff is friendly! We like coming here when we want to hear great music. Madcats is a great addition to Palatine!

Madcats opened in 2021 and has had many live events…read more We recently went to see a Fleetwood Mac cover band that did really well. The place is small and was full. I could tell that people truly enjoyed. There's even a small dancing area up front. The food and drink are decent. The servers work hard when it's busy - yet manage to keep friendly. The only downside is that there is a section where you can't really see the stage (about 1/4 of the inside area).

Proud to call myself a regular! Each day I walk in and they already know my order. I love the ABC…read moreburger - full of flavor. They always have great beer on draft. Make sure to check them out on Tuesday's for $10 burgers.

Tap House Grill has quickly become one of my favorite spots! Located in the heart of downtown…read morePalatine, they have a super cute patio that's perfect for enjoying a meal or drinks outside during the summer. They're known for their incredible burgers, but I love that they have a seasonal menu with great food and drink specials. There's always something new to try alongside the rotating craft beer selection. The staff is always friendly, attentive, and genuinely makes you feel welcome. I recently stopped in for brunch after the Saturday Farmers Market, and it was excellent! It's the perfect way to start the weekend. The atmosphere is the best of both worlds--family-friendly while still being lively and energetic, especially if you're there to catch a game. They also have a beautiful private dining room that's perfect for hosting large parties, celebrations, showers, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, or other special occasions.

We had never been here before friends invited us. The service was great, would be a great place to…read morego watch sports and the food was delicious. We'll definitely be back...

I walked in a few days ago when it was 93° outside, but it felt just as hot inside. We left within…read moreminutes. I can't imagine working, eating, or drinking there in those conditions. If the A/C was broken, there should have been some notice or effort to make the space more comfortable. It made for a terrible first impression.

First visit, now one of our favorite tiki bars anywhere - along with Max's (Grand Rapids) and…read moreInferno Room (Indianapolis). Immersive experience with a chill vibe, including tiki appropriate music. We arrived at the 4:30 opening and stayed for four hours. Drinks and food were excellent. The cocktail menu is extensive, including tiki classics and Kohala Koa exclusives.

We had a free night in the Chicago area and found this ridiculously AWESOME tiki bar, Kahala Koa…read moreTiki Bar. The selection of drinks is downright encyclopedic, and the drinks were outstanding. In addition, we ordered a plate of bacon-covered water chestnuts, and they were so effing delicious!! I mean, they were a serious revelation!! So we ordered another plate. The atmosphere is amazing. The family that owns this wonderful tiki bars has put some serious work into adorning the place with amazing tiki decor. And this has to have taken YEARS to do. The outside of the building does not say, "Hey!! I'm an awesome tiki bars!!" But step inside and you are transported to tiki land extraordinaire. And then there is the staff there. They are so friendly, attentive, and helpful, and just very authentic and genuine. I CANNOT WAIT to return to Kahala Koa Tiki Bar the next time I'm in the Chicago area. The place totally rocks!!

If you see a dog on a pool table in these pics don't be fooled, they are not dog friendly. Which is…read moreirrelevant to me because my dog is a service dog which are allowed anywhere. When I came into this bar a guy named Charley was extremely rude, first thing he said was "can I help you?" very aggressively and I told him just came in for a beer, he said "not with that dog" I told him he's a service dog, also showed him his ID and he said that it doesn't matter because service dogs aren't welcome either. There was 1 other person in this bar, so this guy was clearly allergic to making money, at the same time doesn't know the laws of service animals. Will not go back here again. Steer clear of this place unless you want warm beer and horrible service.

I'm a regular there, $3 beer specials, pool, darts, golden tee, machines, music, friends, I'm…read morefriends with the owner, they call me Joey Buffet