Solid 3.5 stars so I rounded up for the pleasant service. I can see this being a great joint for a…read moresummer stop on the way to/from the lake. On an early May weekend it loses a bit of the summer vibe charm. The food was not great, the breaded chicken sandwich had a frozen patty feel to it. The bierra tacos were small, and the chicken schwarma was dry but flavorful. The kids plain smash burger was actually the best meal served. The craft beer menu was sufficient. Not sure Hamm's qualifies as craft but it's always fun to see it pop up at a beer pub. It got the job done for late lunch. Not sure we would hurry back.

I was craving hush puppies and The Side Lot did not disappoint. Friendly staff. Good eats. Great…read morespot if you want to chill and watch a game.

New owner is really shaping the place up, while not losing the charm of the casual, small town…read moreplace you can drop into. Please stop in and say hello! More to review on my next visit! This was a quick check in!

Drinks were delicious and the staff were amazing. This is a great place to go with friends.read more

Went here on a Friday night for the first time. Didn't get a good vibe from the patrons when we…read morewalked in the door. It felt like everyone in there knew each other, and here comes a couple strangers walking in. Who are these people, and what are they doing here, vibe. We ordered a glass of wine, and a martini. The wine glass was half the size of a normal wine glass, maybe smaller. I've had bigger glasses of wine at other establishments, and paid less. They had a gentleman who was playing a solo acoustic set. He was the highlight of the night at this place. He was more accommodating than the people that worked there. He acknowledged us with a smile, while he set up his equipments. He played some good songs too. I'm not sure if they sold beers, but I did see a couple people drinking beers, but there weren't beers listed on their menu. After we finished our drinks, and an appetizer. We ended up going across the street. Al in all, it's not a place for us to want to go back to for a second chance. We tried a new place, and that's pretty much it.

Yes, the prices are on the high side - but probably one of my favorite burgers around. Not sure if…read morethey chargrill the meat? Either way, it's good. Service can get hectic because it can be BUSY - especially if you're outside during a nice day. I love the servers and staff - they're lively, unique, hard working. I highly recommend going but keep your patience and just know the food is good if you don't mind paying a little more. Worth it to me :) Plus - the lake views are pretty.

We were really looking forward to trying Docks. We had a great table near the bar overlooking the…read morewater, which was the perfect spot to enjoy the sunset during dinner. It was a Wednesday evening, and while the restaurant was busy, it wasn't overly crowded. Unfortunately, our experience didn't meet our expectations. I ordered a raspberry cosmopolitan martini, and when it arrived, there were two ants floating in it. I politely asked for a new drink and even apologized for having to send it back. From my seat, I watched the bartender pour the drink back into the shaker, give it another shake, and pour it into a clean glass. I should have said something, but after already feeling uncomfortable about returning it, I didn't. In the end, I didn't drink it because the way it was handled left me uneasy, and it honestly didn't taste very good. The appetizers were delicious, but we had to ask for plates and napkins because they weren't brought to the table. When our entrees arrived, they were placed on the table before the appetizer dishes were cleared, leaving very little room until we asked for them to be removed. The food itself was good overall. My husband really enjoyed his bison burger. When we asked for a box to take home the rest of his burger, coleslaw, and my leftover fries, we were given a container that was far too small to fit everything. Service throughout the meal was disappointing. Our water glasses were never refilled, and our server rarely checked on us. It appeared she was very attentive to guests she knew, while we felt largely overlooked. I completely understand that restaurants have busy nights, but every guest should feel welcomed and receive the same level of service. We truly wanted to enjoy our first visit because the location and waterfront views are beautiful. Unfortunately, the combination of the drink issue and the lack of attentive service overshadowed the evening. We left disappointed and, sadly, don't see ourselves returning.

Chill spot. Feels like a party no matter who is there or playing…read more Bar & Bike businesses are both run well & honestly.

Paul is a fair and honest businessman. Gave me a great deal on a Boomerang a few years back and…read moregave me a few free upgrades. Just got my annual tuneup - he is flexible and always goes the extra mile in providing service and advice. Easy to find location. You can enjoy a bite in the casual pub and come back to enjoy the music. Highly recommend this place!

Cavalier attitude to customers. As a long term customer and…read morewine club member with Bliss for over 5 years I was extremely disappointed with the service received on our most recent visit. We were there with friends and I had a bottle of wine that we had not yet picked up from the wine club. I asked if we could start with that bottle but was callously told that he couldn't make money on that. I fail to see his logic when that bottle was already purchased through his wine club. There are too many other alternatives where customer loyalty is appreciated. This will be our Last visit to Bliss!!!

Stopped in on a Wine and Paint Night, which is a great way to drink and meet people. The owner was…read morefriendly, he went out of his way to find the perfect drink for me. There is a wonderful collection of wines, beer and cocktails. Ambiance Lounge area, Live Music Nights and perfect venue to host an event. Highly recommend Bliss Wine Bar perfect for a date night, girls' night out or friends get together! Sam behind the bar was great as the bar filled up.

New Saturday night bartender is TERRIBLE. I ordered a water and he told me it was easier for him to…read moremake a mixed drink than to serve me a water. He also served my friend a beer that was expired as of a month ago and and once my friend let him know, the bar tender accused my friend of being "cheap" and kicked him out of the bar. This place used to be great but this bar tender is straight trash. I do not wish to visit here again and spend my money.

I walked into Village Inn in on 2-27- 2024 after doing some shopping I thought okay I will stop…read moreon the way home for a few beers see what it is like having never been. First impressions is its clean and kept up for an old time bar. I felt comfortable walking in I got a spot up at the bar . I had my Id ready usually that is protocol to check the persons drivers license. I just was prepared with debit and Id it was not going to be checked if I had not done that. The bar tender takes my Illinois state drivers license and passes it around to his friends each one of them with a chuckle like something is funny and I amused them. After enough time has passed and am now annoyed I said hey is there a problem Is everything okay ? he came around and said you don't look 33 do you have any other Id. I said debit cards, Credit cards I pull out but know other ID who does . He says your good now I have become uncomfortable . I order a miller light draft. I stayed for a few beers and closed my tab and left. Clearly the license is a valid Illinois State Drivers license the bartender said like it was a joke he did not have a door man to check Ids that night does he ever? There is hand held machines that are not that expensive to run the persons license through if you are unsure like really ? . He acted like he was so busy he had time to run his mouth and talk with his friends it was not that busy. I am not around for some body and there amusement you do not pass a personal piece of information around to everyone in the bar. I did not come in there to be made fun of . This is disappointing I am new to the area moved here all on my own a month ago. Its pretty clear this is a local" s bar locals only .If your are an outsider your are not welcome they do not want new customers coming in . If your are a new customer you are frowned upon and are looked at like your are from another planet and to get out and do not come back because you are not welcome . I came in excited to try a new place in the town i just moved to am trying to be friendly and make some new friends well keeping some old ones. I left irritated and disgusted and more than likely will never be back. The Village of Wauconda Police needs to do pop ins more frequently and the State of Illinois needs to get involved along with the Wauconda Police they are doing things that are unethical. Should be shut down and re opened as a rookies with an outside deck with outside seating could be done . Deserves negative - stars But sense it has to get something it gets a one I would not come here

We came inna few months ago and it happened to be on a Wednesday for the smash burger special and…read morethey were delicious. Kendall was our server and she was wonderful. We have been back four times since and each time the food is great and we have had Kendall each time which makes the visit that much nicer. Now that is warm they have out door seating in a nice screened in deck. The inside is very relaxing vibe. We will keep on coming back .

Nice place with plenty of parking. Christmas theme decorations in the auxiliary room on this visit…read more We sat at the front bar and had wonderful service. The excellent chicken sliders and fries came out a little slow but were hot and very good. They were served in a bucket of fries. Kind of clever. It was more than two of us could eat. Will be back in the summer for the deck.