Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    The Cordial Inn

    4.0 (71 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars
    Closed 7:00 am - 1:30 AM (Next day)

    The Cordial Inn Photos

    THE CORDIAL INN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Juke Box
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Outdoor seating

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - The Cordial Inn

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Jameson And Popcorn
    Steve A.

    Came to this bar in Brookfield because it was convenient. It's right next to a gas station. The Cordial Inn is actually just a place to stay a bit, not for a long time. As in maybe an hour. You can get cheap drinks and free popcorn. Best prices for some good stuff among the places around here. It's about $5 for Jameson. That's impressive and no wonder this place is packed. It's also because there's not much room inside. The prices are even better as in being free for popcorn. Seems to be the only food besides cheeseburgers. There's also typical entertainment such as darts and slots. Have to say it's not bad for what it is, a very local dive bar. It's not as cheap as it used to be, but that's everything pretty much. There's still plenty to drink, eat, and play for a pretty good value.

    Taps and TVs plus full bar
    Natalie C.

    The burger and pork chops are amazing. It's a neighborhood bar so you might wait a bit but you will get to know the bartender and people around you. They have machines in the back and it can get packed. If there's no parking in the lot there's seating inside.

    Double cheeseburger
    Lupini P.

    Great old tavern vibe the burger is a 5 star juicy and delicious but the bun doesn't match the burger I would of gave a 5 star review if the bun was on point also great people working there !

    Menu
    Laura O.

    It's still a dive bar but a bit elevated. See photos for menu. Drink strength is decent.

    a football game on tv
    T E.

    This was a fantastic place to watch the Bears game. Dive bar but we'll run. And I had the best seat. Thank you Ann for the pickles.

    View of east entrance from corner of 31st & Maple Ave, with "official" hours

    See all

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 15
    Thanks 2
    Love this 6
    Oh no 3

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of M M.
    1
    61
    10

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Great service very nice and friendly, great food . Low key atmosphere , low key casual. It's perfect night out for get togethers

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lupini P.
    1
    233
    48

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Laura O.
    142
    19
    26

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lexie E.
    63
    72
    22

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of T E.
    0
    15
    6

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Food was great, service not so much. Probably not going to go back. You need to be a regular to get prompt service from the bartender.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Local bar. Great prices. Super friendly vibe. It's a hidden gem in Chicagoland!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 2

    4 years ago

    Great local place to play bar bingo and have a beer. They also have good burgers grilled right behind the bar.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Robb L.
    61
    17
    20

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of J M.
    0
    7
    0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 2

    8 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 1
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 9
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Loran M.
    2
    185
    1152

    10 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 1
    Love this 5
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Carly A.
    210
    20
    7

    6 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    The bartender called me "the help"....ironic since she was supposed to be pouring me a drink

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ryan R.
    53
    25
    0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Awesome burger, cheap beers, and super friendly staff! This place deserves your business!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jim F.
    146
    239
    261

    9 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    16 years ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 5
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 6
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    16 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Pam F.
    45
    74
    1

    20 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    16 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 2

    Ask the Community - The Cordial Inn

    Does The Cordial Inn run a shuttle bus to Bears Games ? If so what is the cost?

    Nope

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    Review Highlights - The Cordial Inn

    And all the bartenders are great, especially Nancy always greets you with a smile no matter how bad her day might be.

    Mentioned in 4 reviews

    Read more highlights

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Dive Bars 20,739 times last month within 10 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Jimmy's Place - One Bear One Shot @ Jimmy's Lyons, IL  SouthSide Blue Collar Dive Bar.Easy Friendly Service & Atmosphere. Pool Jukebox Slots. Cool!

    Jimmy's Place

    4.9(7 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $

    KELLY the bartender is one of a kind!!!! She comes around and greets everyone each and Everytime I…read morehave been there!!! she's an absolute sweetheart! It's a great place to just kick back and forget about your troubles Donna

    Jim-may, my man! Nice place ya got here buddy…read more I was seeking a bar that was roughly halfway between Oak Park & Orland Park (meeting someone, heh heh), and I happened to stumble upon this über-divey treasure. Miller Lite was the only beer they had on tap, but you could get a bucket of it for like a nickel. Hyperbole? Maybe. A 60oz pitcher of the classic domestic swill cost only $5, which is pretty damn tough to beat if you ask me. Liz behind the bar was super friendly and introduced herself not long after I sat down. Once my +1 arrived, Liz was nice enough to make a bag of popcorn that she gave us to munch on. Talk about being given a warm reception! They don't accept Discover and have a $10 minimum on credit card purchases, but for a small operation like this it's to be expected, so I can't fault them for that. Some of the barstools are a teensy bit ripped-up, although in a dive bar setting like this, I find that they truly 'complete the look'. Great homey feel and a jukebox loaded with tons of tunes for 50¢ or a dollar per song. They've got billiards tables and a few slot machines that I imagine get a lot of play from their 'regulars'. They also feature Karaoke on select nights of the week. There's a very tasteful piece of nude art behind the bar, which I'm told is a painted portrait of someone who works there. Being a big fan of all things naked people, I found this to be a nice touch amidst the cans of Old Style and half-empty Smirnoff bottles. ....and unless I'm mistaken, I definitely met/talked to/received free shots from *the* Jimmy of said namesake bar. His taste in Huey Lewis & The News (along with his great taste in hats) didn't go unnoticed. He was hilarious and insisted that I stick around for a while [keep in mind this was at 11pm on a Wednesday], but I had to decline. Lyons is generally off my radar, but for the way I was greeted and taken care of at this establishment, I'd not hesitate for a second to stop back in, if I were to be in the area again.

    Photos
    Jimmy's Place - Jimmy's Place.4300 S Amelia Ave,Lyons, IL  SouthSide Blue Collar Dive Bar.Easy Friendly Service & Atmosphere. Pool Jukebox Slots. Cool!

    Jimmy's Place.4300 S Amelia Ave,Lyons, IL SouthSide Blue Collar Dive Bar.Easy Friendly Service & Atmosphere. Pool Jukebox Slots. Cool!

    Jimmy's Place - Jimmy's Place.4300 S Amelia Ave,Lyons, IL  SouthSide Blue Collar Dive Bar.Easy Friendly Service & Atmosphere. Pool Jukebox Slots. Cool!

    Jimmy's Place.4300 S Amelia Ave,Lyons, IL SouthSide Blue Collar Dive Bar.Easy Friendly Service & Atmosphere. Pool Jukebox Slots. Cool!

    Jimmy's Place - Jimmy's Place.4300 S Amelia Ave,Lyons, IL  SouthSide Blue Collar Dive Bar.Easy Friendly Service & Atmosphere. Pool Jukebox Slots. Cool!

    See all

    Jimmy's Place.4300 S Amelia Ave,Lyons, IL SouthSide Blue Collar Dive Bar.Easy Friendly Service & Atmosphere. Pool Jukebox Slots. Cool!

    Rossi's Liquors

    Rossi's Liquors

    4.2(432 reviews)
    12.2 miNear North Side
    $

    Friendly and lively dive bar (4/5 Green Stars) Waiting for…read moretake-out from nearby Lou Malnati's, we wandered into Rossi's for a quick drink. It's a reasonably-priced busy dive bar in the heart of Chicago. I asked the bartender if she had a beer + shot deal and she said "no, but you can order a beer and shot." And so we did! Noise level is fairly high, thanks to a lively crowd plus a jukebox. They don't normally serve food but I think are fine with customers bringing in your own food, and you can also place an order from a nearby restaurant (I don't recall which one). And yes, it's cash only so bring some money if you don't want to pay ATM fees! 4 out of 5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact. I like bars that allow customers to bring (or order) their own food - it allows for all diets! The one thing I'd like to see is more beer on tap - even just one good rotating local beer (e.g., Goose Island). Draft beer has smaller environmental footprints compared to bottled or canned.

    Recently stopped by Rossi's Liquors and this place is the definition of a dive bar, in the most…read moreauthentic way possible. After a quick ID check at the door, the bouncer let us know it's cash only (thankfully we came prepared). From the moment we walked in, dim lighting, loud music, and shoulder-to-shoulder crowds gave the vibe of a full-on frat party, but not in a bad way. It's chaotic, energetic, and unapologetically no-frills. There's even a self-serve cooler with drink prices clearly listed underneath. I grabbed a Sapporo Premium, brought it to the counter, and our friendly bartender broke our change and offered a chilled glass to pour it into. Simple and efficient. That said, it was loud, so loud that even whispering-distance conversations were a struggle. The space is small, seating is limited, and since we couldn't snag a spot, we ended up leaving shortly after finishing our drinks. This feels like a better weekday hang than a packed weekend night. Still, if you're looking for a classic, gritty, no-frills dive experience, Rossi's delivers exactly that.

    Photos
    Rossi's Liquors - Nightcap

    Nightcap

    Rossi's Liquors
    Rossi's Liquors

    See all

    The Cordial Inn - divebars - Updated June 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...