Stopped in Wednesday during happy hour and was able to grab a bar seat. The only thing is the bar area is pretty tight, so you have to squeeze through to get to your seat. They may want to remove a seat or two to give everyone a little more space. Cavit wine is always my go-to, and pairing it with an appetizer is a win-win! As always, I had a good experience and will definitely be back. read more

Yard House - Jumbo Bavarian Pretzel - New American Near Me - Vernon Hills, Illinois

Yard House in Vernon Hills is a great place to go with a group! There are so many options on the menu, so everyone is sure to find something they like! We ordered the Firecracker Shrimp and Maui Salmon Salad, and both were delicious. The Firecracker Shrimp had great flavor with a nice sweet and savory combination. Despite the name, it wasn't spicy at all, and I could definitely see it pairing really well with a beer or cocktail. The Maui Salmon Salad was my favorite! The sweet soy ginger salmon, pineapple, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, crispy rice cake, and sesame lime dressing all paired together so well. The only downside was that the salmon was a little undercooked in the center. Our waiter was super friendly and gave us some great suggestions on what to order, which we really appreciated. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely come back again! read more

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I am a very frequent diner at Yard House either sit down or outside pick up. The staff is GREAT and the way things are run is very efficient because it is a very busy place. I have my favorites: onion rings, Cali Stack and the Nashville hot chicken. The on-line ordering for take out is good and they have never gotten it wrong i.e. no cheese and side salad instead of fries. So glad they are here in Vernon Hills. read more

I'm so excited we have Yard House in Vernon Hills. I love the food the menu so diverse not a big beer drinker but they have 90 different types. They had awesome cocktails wonderful happy hour fantastic service very very clean. They brought out fresh warm, clean plates. We had to move to the outside area and we sat in this little lounge area and there's a big area for our guest baby to run around and play highly recommend this place. read more

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This place is extremely noisy if you sit inside, difficult to have a conversation. The service was good (note that there are different servers involved, you can also just order from the little tablet they have on each table). We went for happy hour and enjoyed very big portions of appetizers! Can't miss their fried cheese curds, those are outstanding! We also tried the brussel sprouts appetizer- not bad but a little greasy. We also tried a pizza that was ok Unfortunately I missed the pics from the appetizers. Next time !! read more

Yard House - Pizza Margherita - New American Near Me - Vernon Hills, Illinois

My husband and I met a friend at Yard House restaurant. When we entered it was busy and LOUD but they were able to seat us. We asked about being seated outside where it was quieter but never got an answer to our question. We ordered an appetizer of poke nachos. There were huge chunks tuna. It was really good. I got the pork belly burger as an entree with an upgrade to sweet potato fries. This was a great combination and came with a good BBQ sauce. For dessert we had the smores brownie. It was a chocolate brownie, marshmallow gelato, and big graham cracker chucks. This dessert was outstanding. I recommend Yard House. read more

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Came to watch the World Cup Finals..even though it was a packed house they were able to seat us in 20 min. Service and food is always a consistent 10. Everyone was really into the game so it made the match even more exciting. Good to see a large turnout for Futbol! Bathrooms are clean, and not smelly. This has been our go to place to watch games. read more

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First time visitor to Yard House from out of town, and what a great establishment with a solid vibe. The atmosphere is exactly what I was hoping for, and it was perfect with a very eclectic music playing throughout. I was helped by Jenni at the bar and she was fantastic. She introduced herself, and didn't skip a beat. I didn't have to wait long to order a beer (of which they have MANY), a she even gave me her opinion on an appetizer choice. Throughout the entire time there she checked on me regularly but not in a way that was almost too much. For my appetizer I had the Four Cheese Spinach Dip, and that was a solid recommendation I took from my bartender. Very glad that I did, great rich taste and not too heavy which was phenomenal. Lastly, I decided to get a pizza since it was happy hour which take note that most if not all their appetizers and pizzas are on the 3-6 PM happy hour menu, so take advantage. I got 'The Carnivore' , and it had a a nice, savory, meaty taste. The pizza was perfectly baked, the dough was fresh and I have NO complaints. So whether you are a local, or a traveling out of towner like me I HIGHLY recommend Yard House. I know it's a franchise, but it honestly didn't feel like one. It felt real, authentic & fun. Also this is a craft beer lovers paradise. Literally they have wrap around beer taps. read more

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From going to corporate events and hanging out with friends, I've gone to Yard House a good amount and always enjoyed the food, but never found it to be super special. My food experience at this location was a bit better than other locations I've tried and makes me excited to come back to try more items. Like other locations, there is plenty of parking and interior resembles a more upscale sports bar. Service is relatively quick despite how busy they are and prices are pretty fair for the quality of food. I started my meal off with Poke Nachos, one of four that I've had in the last few months and this was possibly the best of the bunch. This had a good amount of raw ahi tuna (though a few more chunks would be nice) and added some additional flavors through nori and sesame seeds so that it was a bit less sauce dependent than other versions I've tried. The wontons were super crispy and avocado was nice and creamy. The mix of serranos, white truffle sauce, sweet soy ginger sauce, sriracha aioli, cilantro, and green onions all mixed together to create a great flavor. I was very impressed with the amount of flavor packed into a dish that's only 880 calories. The crispy traditional wings were also cooked nicely, the skin was nice and crispy while the meat was not overcooked. The buffalo sauce was a bit light for me, though good if you aren't looking for something that's too tangy or spicy. The Korean chili garlic had the right level of sweetness mixed with a good amount of garlic flavor and a light level of spiciness. This is one of the better preparations I've had outside of Korean Fried Chicken specialist restaurants. For entrees the Ahi Tuna Crunchy salad is one of the better versions of this dish that I've had as well. The field greens, broccoli slaw, and crispy wontons were a nice base with the soy vinaigrette -- but the star of the dish was the seared rare and blackened ahi tuna. Super flavorful and prepared just right, this was better than the steak I had eaten for lunch and again a very healthy way to pack a lot of flavor into a low number of calories. On the flipside, the kurobata pork sandwich was one of the best sandwiches I've had so far this year. The berkshire pork isn't super fatty, but just enough to have a great level of tenderness and flavor when grilled. The candied bacon, white american cheese, and house-made blueberry ketchup did a fantastic job of adding some saltiness and just a bit of extra fat (without seeming excessive) and giving the dish just a little acid. The total combination worked perfectly in harmony and is worth making a special trip to eat again. I ended the meal with the S'more brownie meltdown. This was done well -- with a nice fudge brownie that had great chocolate flavor and matched perfectly with the graham cracker toffee. This would've been the highlight of the dish, had it not been for the delicious combination of the marshmallow gelato and dark chocolate sauce. I'm not a giant fan of marshmallows, but this gelato was amazing and tied everything together perfectly. Overall, an unexpectedly great experience from a restaurant chain that I've gone to many times. Without a doubt, I know which location to take my friends and family to for special meals in the future. read more

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I went here for the first time with my family for my birthday and it was the best choice. Wait time was about 15 minutes for our party. Our server Lindsey was new but they were absolutely amazing! We ordered the Brussel sprouts as an aappetizer and they were very tasty with the Gochujang sauce. It was crispy without being burnt. For my entree I have the Korean cheesesteak. The meat was sauced perfectly and the pairing with the green onions and kimchi brought it together nicely. I upgraded to truffle parmesan fries. We ordered fish and chips, mix n match tacos, chicken and pancakes and everyone seemed to enjoy what they ate. They also do a little something special for your bday. Parking is not big enough so you have to get lucky. If you're big on beer this is the place ro go to try lots of different options. They also have a good happy hour which is why it was packed when we made it a little after. read more

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Updated review, came in for the happy hour, which is from 3 pm - 6 pm Monday to Friday and you can make a reservation! It was crazy busy until about 6:30 pm then no lines at the front! We had sliders (there were 4 of them and with fries, very juicy this time), chicken nachos (huge and had lots of flavor and crunch, needed more sour cream and guacamole), calamari (this was not good, lots of small pieces and dry) and of course my favorite, the truffled mushroom pizza (this was really tasty and you can smell and taste the truffle)! The noise level is a different story, it was loud that you can't really have a conversation without screaming at each other! read more

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This place was great a few months ago but, this will be the last time I visit your restaurant. Fries were old and stale, unseasoned, medium well burger was raw... also unseasoned. Dropped $200 for 5 people on a meal I would have enjoyed more at Culver's for $50. You guys went downhill real fast. P.S. I had your server try the fries for fun, he agreed that they were disgusting and offered to remake them. I just asked him to please have whoever made the fries, eat them so they would taste the crap they were serving. read more

Yard House - Medium well burger - New American Near Me - Vernon Hills, Illinois

I went to Yard House in Vernon Hills with two friends on a Saturday right when they opened at 11AM. We were greeted right away and seated at a roomy booth. My first impression of this place is that it's huge with a large bar and a lot of tap beer! Our waitress, Debbie, was extremely friendly and personable, we all really liked her. She showed us the electronic menu on the table, which had photos of all the food items on the menu- super helpful! We order the Spicy Tuna Stack and garlic noodles to start, both were delicious. We also ordered the brussels sprouts, which we didn't like at all. We sent them back because they were oily, over sauced, and didn't taste good. For entrees we order the steak bowl, sliders, and Cobb salad with chicken. All were good! Only complaints are that I requested no bacon in my salad but it had bacon anyway, and we requested sweet potato fries with the sliders but received regular. The waitress took care of the fries right away and they did offer to adjust the salad but I kept it and just scooped the bacon out. Overall, friendly staff, some hit or miss items on the menu, nice atmosphere. read more

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We were visiting family in Libertyville and went to Yardhouse for Happy Hour. We were not disappointed! The place was very busy but it was a beautiful day, so we sat on the patio and ordered drinks and apps. And more apps. And more apps. Everything was soooo good. My favorite was the Poke Nachos. I will definitely be going to the one in my hometown and getting these again. We had no issue finishing absolutely everything on the table. read more

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I have heard good things about this restaurant and they just opened up a location in Vernon Hills. Parking is ample and the restaurant is plain, modern and clean. Rocky the bartender was very friendly and she made the best lavender lemon drop martini I have ever had! The 20 oz ribeye with added grilled shrimp on a skewer was tasty with delicious mashed potatoes and grilled baby broccoli is plenty for 2 people. The complementary Oreo Brookie dessert for my special occasion was very good too. I will definitely come back for happy hour and try something different. read more

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When I found out that Yard House was coming to Vernon Hills, I was ecstatic. I used to frequent the Yard House in The Glen back when I worked in the area but had not been there in a few years. The regular prices for entrees are imo a bit steep, but it's more or less commiserate with other similar restaurants in the area. If you happen to make it for Happy Hour though, the prices are relatively a great value. In my most recent visit to the Vernon Hills location, we ended up going in the evening on a Saturday and thus no happy hour. My friend and I tried the seared tuna burger, crispy brussel sprouts, poke nachos, and I had some slider dogs for Oktoberfest. Everything was enjoyable but the stand out for me was the seared tuna burger. It was not something I have had before. Typically anything in fish form and in a burger has always been fried for me. This was my first time trying a fish burger where that wasn't the case...and it was delicious! As you might expect, beers here are solid too. read more

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My friend from out of state wanted to go to Yard House for her birthday, and it ended up being such a blast. We got there toward the end of happy hour, and the place was packed. We filled up on apps and had a few drinks, and even though it was a little loud, that's pretty expected for a booming open-bar restaurant. One thing I really appreciated was how helpful our server was with my gluten-free needs. They walked me through the menu, and I was pleasantly surprised by how many GF meal options they had that weren't just salads. Really the only downside is the parking, which can be a bit of a hunt, but the nearby garage definitely helps. Overall, great vibes, great service, and a solid spot to hang out. read more

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We went for a later lunch and we were seated immediately. The restaurant was fairly busy at the time we were there. They played classic rock music in the background and had TVs with subtitles, but we were still able to hold a conversation easily. Our server, Samantha G, greeted us quickly and gave us sufficient time to review the menu and take our orders. She was friendly and attentive to our table. We enjoyed our drinks and the food was very tasty. read more

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I came in here for a Mommy/daughter lunch date with my 3 year old daughter and was very excited to see so many Gardein options available to sub - I just wish there were Gardein nugget options on the kids menu. I had the Nashville hot sandwich, with a Gardein patty. It was a bit oily for me, but the flavor was nice. The fries were perfection, and the children's Mac and cheese portion was HUGE. Solid leftovers for two more meals. Our server was attentive and friendly, and I loved the ease of paying directly from our table without needing to wave down the server. I am looking forward to returning to try the extensive beer list when I get to have an adult outing again. read more

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We drove by Yard House about two times after it opened and each time it looked like the parking lot was full. On this afternoon, the parking lot was about half full so we decided to take our chances. It was a lovely afternoon and we decided to eat inside instead of outside. We were seated promptly and ordered quickly. We split an order of Brussels sprouts and I picked the beer battered fish tacos. The fish were so crispy and light, not at all heavy or greasy and I decided that next time I would get the fish and chips. BTW the fish tacos were great -- and quite a generous portion -- along with beans and a side of rice. There's quite an extensive menu - so there's something for everyone. The staff was also friendly, and for a time, we had not one, but two wait staff ready to serve us. read more

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first time coming to yard house I know they have a location in glenview as well however I have never been. I went over this valentines day weekend I really enjoyed my experience here. they have a lot of options on the menu. service was a bit on slower side but that was to be expected as it was a special weekend for many. I liked the big booths very comfort seating and I liked the music that was playing as well. Definitely ill be back again to try some new dishes. read more

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The food and vibe of this place is always great. Service can be hit or miss. We occasionally get wait staff that doesn't check in as often as we would like, usually resulting in little to no refills of our drinks but it's not the end of the world. The food definitely makes up for it. read more

I've visited this new-ish Yard House location twice already. It's easily become a great spot for happy hour! The service has been stellar both times. SHOUT OUT TO KEIRRA FOR MY BIRTHDAY DESSERT! The food and drinks have been really good and you can't beat their happy hour specials. It's a great place for sharing - the chicken nachos are gigantic! Had to knock off a star for two reasons: 1) the parking lot fills up FAST. 2) the acoustics aren't great and it's pretty loud in the restaurant. I wouldn't recommend coming here for a quiet meal. All that said, I'm sure I'll be back and I'm excited to try out more of the menu! read more

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Service and selection are what Yardhouse is known for but their food is excellent too. You can find something you like here for sure. I have been there a few times, since it is close to work, mostly for lunch. This time I had the Cheesesteak, called the House Cheesesteak. It was juicy and cheesy. It tasted like the bread was baked there too. I was in a group of 6 and we all agreed to return soon. The decor is nice too, clean and comfortable and beer related. Even the door handles are yards. read more

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The perfect place for happy hour! I went out with a group to check out the specials, which include 1/2 price appetizers and $2 discounts on drinks from 3-6 p.m. We ordered spinach dip, cheese pizza and mushroom pizza from the appetizer menu and assorted drinks. Everything was delicious. I especially loved the mushroom pizza and passion fruit spritz cocktail. Our server was friendly and attentive and made sure we didn't need to order anything else before happy hour deals ended. Overall, it was a great experience! read more

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The Yard House is a sports bar with a lively atmosphere, huge bar and restaurant offering indoor/outdoor seating and plenty of screens for watching sports. We waited about 30 minutes to be seated, was greeted by a friendly server, placed our order and received it about 40 minutes later. We were told the kitchen staff was new and the server apologized for the delay. Unfortunately, one of our orders was incomplete and the other was incorrect. We were starving so we ate what was served. Then, mistakenly an additional order of tacos was delivered, which was packed up for takeaway. We both ordered tacos, beans and rice, which were pretty tasty. We also tried a specialty cider and a few cocktails which we enjoyed. I'm hoping the Yard House crew just needs a few weeks to get the kinks out, because we would definitely return with friends for a fun night out! Beware, the parking lot doesn't accommodate the amount of patrons, so you may end up parking in the rear of the lot in the grass or either further in the Perry's restaurant lot. read more

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This review is for Happy Hour! We had a holiday get together and met on a Friday aroud 3:30 , and it was crowded, but we were able to be seated. They have Happy Hour specials, half off some appetizers and pizza . We had the spinach dip and margherita pizza. The spinach dip was very good, creamy and cheesy. It was served with tortilla chips sprinkled with cheese. The Margherita pizza had halved cherry tomatoes, versus the traditional slices. It added a different twist, but they fell off with each bite. During Happy Hour Beer, Wine and Cocktails are $2 off. I had the Passion Fruit Spritz, it was refreshing but very sweet. Service was ok, we had to ask for water, additional drinks, and overall was non- attentive. The menu is very large and their drink options is extensive. read more

Yard House - New American Near Me - Vernon Hills, Illinois

Always like the food here. I didn't get any beer this time unfortunately due to over drinking the night before. Waiter was very friendly and always kept my thirst under control. Highly recommend this place. read more

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Ordered food for the 1st time here. Got the chicken Alfredo. The dish looked ok - small portion for $23.99 so I was a bit surprised. It comes with a side of cheese bread? I'm guessing that's what is on there. Completely burnt and soggy. The pasta was undercooked. Not even Al dente. Not much sauce and what was on there, had no flavor. Pretty bad for it being my first time here. read more

We had a group of 11 people today, the staff was awesome, always asking if water refills were needed. Service was excellent. And my Spicy seafood jambalaya was awesome. Definitely recommend that dish. The wife had Mac n cheese, her favorite. read more

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This place is fantastic! Went in for half price apps and each one was outstanding. It's hard to find all apps to be great at a restaurant but here they were outstanding. The portion size was huge and can be easily split between 2-3 people. Our server was so attentive and professional. This place was packed and definitely a spot to go for a great meal! The only thing that could take a mark off is the music was a bit too loud. Will absolutely be coming back to eat through the menu. read more

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I haven't been to the Yard House in forever. I was happy to learn this new location in Vernon Hills opened up close to me. We dined outdoors on a weekday for happy hour and it was a beautiful patio space! My sister and I split 2 appetizers that were half off - the chicken nachos and the sliders. They were huge and such a good deal! The nachos in particular were very impressive and loaded with chicken, cheese, salsa, sour cream, and guac. We could have fed 2 more people with the portion size. The service was good and we enjoyed our food. You really can't beat the happy hour here. read more

Yard House - Chicken Nachos - New American Near Me - Vernon Hills, Illinois

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We had a team outing for happy hour. They do a have a separate GF menu but it's limited for a vegetarian. All their vegetarian options are not GF. I ordered a few apps however they did not bring out the food separately. They also placed the plates down on the table touching each other so I had to move them quickly. They also had GF crème brûlée which was quite good. read more

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My friends and I just got back from a great meal at Yard House. The BBQ Chicken Salad was delicious and the chicken was especially flavorful. They offer an impressive selection of beverages, and their beers on tap are incredibly refreshing. The general manager, Joe, went out of his way to greet us and seated us in a great booth. Adriano was a friendly and attentive server and we truly enjoyed his service. He made sure everything was exactly as we ordered, and I would highly recommend requesting him. We'll definitely be back soon! read more

I called for a reservation for 10 guests for a Friday night a day before on Thursday. When I called they said they don't take reservations, only walk in's. I will never go back. So sacrifice the sales of a big party because you want to make the party wait for an hour or so to be seated. Unacceptable. We will go to Lazy Dog or a neighboring restaurant. read more

Came into the bar alone after a night bartending myself at an upscale restaurant. Was looking forward to a nice drink and meal. Took a bit to be acknowledged but bartender came and made me a delicious martini. I asked for the Caesar salad on the menu (the only one I saw on them menu) and truffle French fries. A very large salad came which turned out to be an entrée salad. I wasn't given a choice as to what size so that was a bit confusing. Cost was higher. Both fries and salad were very delicious. I was never offered any ketchup, and was never offered any water my entire visit. I tried to make eye contact with any bartender, but no one came to check if my food was good or if I needed anything. The three bartenders and the bar back seemed to be more concerned with closing up. (mind you it was not even 10 o'clock.) Bar closes at 12am. After finally waiting for a while I saw a manager, and I asked him for water and to pay for my meal. Paid for the meal and never talked to anyone after that. Not a thank you. Nothing. Very disappointing for a restaurant with such good food. Customer Service should be better. I can say that with confidence as I am a bartender myself. read more

Yard House - New American Near Me - Vernon Hills, Illinois

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This location recently opened close to me. I spent a half day on a Saturday in the office and decided to treat myself to a beer. The place was bustling but the server, Jenny quickly came by. The food I saw being taken to others looked really good. I'll have to come back to try. The apps menu looks good. Plenty of TVs...a good vibe & 90 bers on tap. I'll be back! After posting my review I had to add some additional comments. I saw so many unique food items coming out, I had to try the Blackened Ahi. Just like their pic on the menu. read more

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Always a good time at the yard house. Met a colleague for diner and drinks. Ordered appetizers and main course. Typical yard house set up and appeal. It was nice to see that it was busy. Was given a table next to bar area and found it a bit overwhelming as it was very noisy. Not a negative. But how well the business does to bring in patrons. Ordered the ahi appetizer. Amazing as always. Then ordered the pork chop. Again amazing. I don't think in al the years I've been eating at this establishment I've ever had a bad meal. That says something about quality control across many different Yard House restaurants I have visited over the years. Always happy to eat at this establishment. read more

Amazing! Just went there for Thanksgiving... and I swear it was the best meal I have ever had! Everything on the plate was perfect! Especially the Nashville hot turkey! Life changing! Of course the beer was good.. but also was a great atmosphere with a phenomenal server, Jeni! She was the best! We already want to book it again for next year.. and can't wait to go back again, as soon as possible! read more

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After a few more visits we still like this new addition to the local scene. They are good for birthdays. Try the Poke Nachos. The staff is friendly and we like that we can use the app to be on the waitlist before we arrive. read more

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