A-OK but, it can get smokey and kinda crowded pretty quick…read more Here's the skinny: Simple drinks here... no fancy isht Mind your lungs, it gets smokey in here. Not much room on the "back side" of the bar. Booths are hard on your cheeks. Tables are better for a group. Here's the fat: If you're looking for a Martini or something, look elsewhere. Here it's beer, and simply mixed drinks as fast as they can pour 'em. This is another one of those NWI no frills just bottle and draft beer places. If you want a particular mixed drink - bring the recipe... they'll make it for you. If you don't smoke and have an aversion... stay away. Being a smaller bar and in Indiana the smoke pours forth from people like a *Pyroclastic Flow. The ventilation system has absolutely ZERO chance of keeping up. One side of the bar is less that 3 feet from the East wall... not many people pass through there but, when they do it's an awkward invasion of your "personal bubble". That said... it's a bar so personal space doesn't really mean much, especially after people have a few drinks. The booths here are particularly hard, I suggest sitting down gently unless you've got plenty of cushioning back there. Another thing about the booths, you're likely to find all kinds of change in the seats... change, cigarette butts and a coupon for Pizza Hut. Best bet for a group, tables. They can be put together for larger groups and there's no faux padding on the chairs to make you think they're soft. SYOY *Pyroclastic Flow (Noun) A fast moving gaseous cloud of hot ashes and other material thrown out from an erupting volcano

Use to come in here in the 90's. Looking to reconnect with Laurie who was a bus driver for the…read moreMerrillville school district back then

Clean, well organized, extremely friendly staff! I come to…read moreRock and Roll at Monday Night Karokee! George the DJ is an absolute beautiful soul! Great times with even greater people !

Stopped in for a pint after work. I was greeted by the bartender, Max. His energy was palpable…read moreand welcoming. I ended up staying and socializing for a couple hours and had a great time. The price is comparable to other bars in Portage. Would recommend 10/10, ask for Max if you stop in

Total dive bar. Friendly service. Can sit inside or out. They have games to play and TVs to watch…read more It's what you would expect, so don't go in thinking anything other than dive bar. Cheers!

Great bartenders! And the food is really good! Love the vibe!! Always a fun time @ the Oasis!read more

You can not get a Guinness and a shot of Jameson for $10 in New Zealand; but you can here. I…read morehighly recommend.

Absolutely the best bar in Griffith if not northwest Indiana. All the people that go there are…read morefriendly and inviting. Drinks are at a great price and the building is spacious.

Old style, local neighborhood watering hole. Walked in at 2 pm with a few regular patrons enjoying…read morethe day. Bartender was very nice and pleasant. For some reason I thought that they had food because we were starving for lunch. They dont have food but they do have Peanuts! and, I wolfed down a bowl full of them! I ended up having a Cold Old Style beer, because why wouldnt I? Its Chicago for Pete's sake! My partner also ordered a Nutrl. I would definitely return the next time I happen to be in the area for sure. It looks like this would be a great place to enjoy an evening out drinking with friends or family! Try this cool little place out and I'm sure that you wont regret it.

The Lodge is still a must stop for us in Gild Coast, so I figured I'll write another review. It's a…read morefun neighborhood spot! Cold beer, free peanuts, and plenty of cute dogs stopping by made for a great time. Give it a try!

Warm and lovely British pub with delicious pies and efficient service…read more My dining partner and I tried the mushroom and kale and the rocking vegan pies. The mushroom and kale pie was nice and cheesy and the rocking vegan pie was more savoury, with a variety of vegetables and chickpeas as stuffing. The crust was neither too soft nor too crunchy. The highlight of the meal was the curry chips: potato wedges lightly fried with masala and curry leaves. The dipping sauce that came with the chips reminded me of tikka masala sauce, and paired beautifully with the chips. Dessert was toffee pudding: the caramel sauce that came with the pudding was delectable - the pudding itself was excellent and not overly sweet. We tried a variety of NA beers, and I was pleased with how many options they had. Service was quick, and we were well looked after. The ambiance is warm, with dim-ish lighting and a lot of dark wood. The restrooms were gorgeous - special shoutout to the lovely floral wallpaper. Overall, I highly recommend Pleasant House - the vibe is chill and understated and the food is stellar.

Everything I could ask for in a English pub. Great beer…read moremenu, enough different options but a clear focus on bitters, ales, pub ales, etc. Started with a scotch edge and it was delicious. The sausage was very tasty, the breading on the outside was incredibly crisp, light, and the egg inside was cooked well. Both the steak pie and the chicken pie were very good. The chicken pie I think really needed the chutney that you can get separately. But that made it so much better and made it my preferred pie. The steak and ale pie was better than the chicken pie as a standalone, but needed a bit more gravy I think to elevate it. Sticky toffee pudding again was delicious. Surprisingly light, not overly dense so I was glad it came with the custard which was very flavorful. Overall, will definitely return!

I love this bar! Everyone is friendly. It's non smoking now…read moretoo! Feels more like family than friends. They always have so much going on. Should check out their calendar. Every year for St Patrick's Day, Patti Jo( owner) Makes one of the best corn beef cabbage dinners I have ever had!! They don't have food but you are welcomed to bring something in or have a pizza or whatever you like delivered . Stop in and check them out !

A favorite local pub!! Live music 6 days a week SO many beers to choose from PLUS THC options for…read morethose that partake! During St Patty's, Pattijo (owner) serves up the BEST corned beef & cabbage AND potato leek soup that she makes herself !! YUM !!! We go every year!! Love seeing my fav bartenders Pattijo, Danyel, Miss Chris, & Mel!!

Great local neighborhood bar. We went for taco Tuesday several times & enjoyed listening to the…read morelocal gab fest. 1.50 tacos & they are GOOOOD! $3 coronas sweeten the deal. A highlight of staying in Kouts!

Fish Fry Friday, ACYE- Selection Perch, Blue Gill, and Walleye. All very good, with baked (fresh),…read moresalad and coleslaw. Music was too loud when playing, but a variety. Service was pretty good, except for clearing table - but, it's Kouts, so there's that.

I've been coming here for some time and have gotten food on a few occasions - Seafood combo, fries,…read moreand the fried veggie platter; but TODAY i was AMAZED by the most delicious chicken I've had anywhere. I HIGHLY SUGGEST the 1/2 chicken and ask for a side of jerk sauce!!!

The owner Flo runs a very clean & respectable business and has for many many years now...her bar…read morefeatures top shelve liquors..foreign and domestic beers as well as specialty beers. The place is huge and draws a wide age ranged clientele. Live bands, karaoke night and a separate party room that can be reserved makes Kenwood tap the best bar and grill in Hammond. Parking is good, lots of flat screen tv's bathrooms clean...the employees do a fantastic job.. 5 stars isn't enough