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Peoria RiverFront
You’ll find art galleries, music venues, specialty shops, and great restaurants all located along Peoria’s beautiful RiverFront. Whether it’s a quick bite at a casual café or a relaxing dinner, we have something for everyone. You can enjoy live music and entertainment every weekend, shop the largest Antique Center in Central Illinois or find the perfect gift or home accent at one of our fun and inviting RiverFront shops. Throughout the summer, we offer an endless assortment of outdoor concerts and events. And don’t miss the RiverFront Market featuring local produce, art, and musicians, Saturday mornings, June – September. Peoria’s RiverFront… Where fun, food and friends meet!
CITY: Peoria
Blind Pig Brewery
Located in downtown Champaign, Blind Pig brews its own craft beers. With its beautiful wood interior, casks full of local brews and friendly locals, this bar is a must-see. When the weather is nice, venture outside and enjoy the large outdoor beer garden.
CITY: Champaign
Downtown Rock Island Arts & Entertainment District
This district is the arts and entertainment destination of the Quad Cities. Located on the Mississippi River, the district ia a revitalized and vibrant area. You'll find art galleries, restaurants, pubs, nightclubs, casino, shops and a hotel.
CITY: Rock Island
Chicago Indoor Racing
This entertainment and meeting facility features two indoor European karting tracks, a restaurant and a multitude of alternative entertainment options, including billiards and video games.
CITY: Buffalo Grove
GameWorks
We are the premiere gaming facility in the country with over 250 games! We are a test facility for the video game industry. We consistently have games here that no one else in the country has! Two bars and a casual dining area. Great for ages 5 years old and up. Must be 21 or older after 9 pm. Located in the Streets of Woodfield.
CITY: Schaumburg
Blue Cat Brew Pub
Enjoy this micro brewery and restaurant situated in the downtown Rock Island Arts & Entertainment District. The Blue Cat Brew Pub is a locally owned establishment that creates fine food and handcrafted ales and lagers for first hand sampling. Menu features homemade recipes and specials. A place to meet - friends, family, business partners, and whatever combination there may be. A place where the staff love to meet people and make new friends from around the country. Shoot some pool, throw some darts, or just hang out and relax.
CITY: Rock Island
Landmark Recreation Center
This recreation complex features 12 movie theaters, 50 bowling lanes, a racquet and health club, Peoria OTB, a sports bar, a barbershop and a bowling pro shop.
CITY: Peoria
Sluggers World Class Sports Bar and Grill
Since 1985 Sluggers World Class Sports Bar and Grill has been giving the Wrigleyville area a place to go for much more than just a drink. We have 6-12 foot big screens and over 30 TV's to see your all of your favorite sports teams in glorious HD! Upstairs we have a full indoor sports complex with batting cages, trampoline basketball, electronic football, basketball, ski simulator, golf, Skee ball, virtual driving games, air hockey and much much more. We have a full menu that includes Burgers, Pizza, Salads and a bunch of Appetizers. We even have an outdoor patio for those beautiful Chicago summer days. Come and visit us here at Sluggers and we promise you will not be bored!
CITY: Chicago
The Edge
The largest laser tag arena in the region also includes mini-golf, a big video arcade with the coolest games on the market, and food at D.S.Vespers Sports Pub and Eatery.
CITY: Belleville
Boomerang Bar & Grill
This laid back local bar has pool tables, great food and no cover charge except when bands play.
CITY: Urbana
Diversey River Bowl
Find open bowling every night, rock music, a light show and a restaurant.
CITY: Chicago
Benjamin's
Historic pub with family atmosphere for 26 years. Kids’ menu. Private banquet room for rehearsal dinners, family reunions, small weddings.
CITY: Galena
TopGolf
TopGolf is an interactive high-tech golfing experience like no other. With state-of-the-art equipment, restaurant, and bars, we are able to take care of your every recreation, social, and event need.
CITY: Wood Dale
Prairie Lakes Country Club & Inn
Prairie Lakes offers a 9 hole golf course and a full service restaurant and hotel. Hotel and Golf packages available and banquet facilities. Golf opens daily at 7:00am and the restaurant is open 11:00am - 10:00pm daily. Call for seasonal hours.
CITY: Marseilles
Downtown Arlington Heights Shopping & Entertainment District
Diverse collection of charming local shops and major retailers. Outstanding restaurants, theaters, nightlife, and entertainment, all within walking distance.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Dave & Buster's
There's no place quite like it! From hand-crafted tables and world class pocket billiards to the vast array of games in the Million Dollar Midway, D&B will provide one of the most unique entertainment outings you'll ever experience.
CITY: Addison
Crane Alley
COME SEE WHAT CRANE ALLEY HAS TO OFFER.... THE BEST SANDWICHES, ENTREES AND FRESH SEAFOOD SPECIALS IN TOWN, 16 BEERS ON TAP AND OVER 100 IMPORT AND DOMESTIC BOTTLES, EXTENSIVE WINE LIST, 4 DIAMOND PROFESSIONAL POOL TABLES AND 80 SEAT BEER GARDEN.
CITY: Urbana
Bridget's Blarney Stone
Bar & Grill - Small Town Hang Out Spot; with Karoke every 1st and 3rd Friday of each month
CITY: Ivesdale
Hamburger Mary’s
Located in Chicago's neighborhood of Andersonville, Hamburger Mary’s features a menu of creative hamburgers (what else?) in its dining room, DJ-driven music and stage shows in Mary’s Attic and sports broadcasts live in Mary’s Rec Room, a combination sports bar/microbrewery.
CITY: Chicago
Monkey Dish Bar & Grill
Boasting a hip and comfortable atmosphere, the Monkey Dish Bar & Grill provides business professionals, locals and visitors alike with a lively meeting place showcasing a fresh menu of contemporary American cuisine.
CITY: Gurnee
Sports Zone Bar/ Decatur Conference Center & Hotel
The Sports Zone Bar and Grill is ideal for cocktails and dinner in a cheerful and relaxing atmosphere, whether it’s to watch the big game, or just to hang out with friends. Click here to find out what’s happening at the sports zone this month. Wednesdays are comedy night, $5 cover.
CITY: Decatur
Timothy O'Toole's Pub Chicago
Downtown Chicago's favorite bar. With 40 TVs and 20 satellites you won't miss a play. Full menu with late nite kitchen. Private party rooms, 5 pool tables, darts, games and N.T.N. Call us for your next party.
CITY: Chicago
Mug Shots Bar
Located across the street from the Law and Justice Center. This is a great place to visit after work or party late into the night.
CITY: Bloomington
Anyway's American Grill & Pub
Restaurant and pub with comfortable, friendly and casual atmosphere. Outdoor beer garden, dining room and separate bar area with TVs throughout. Full menu featuring classic American fare; average price $7-$12. Daily drink specials. Open daily 11:00 am.
CITY: Bloomingdale
MB Financial Park at Rosemont
MB Financial Park at Rosemont, the new entertainment district, features lively bars and restaurants with live music, casual dining, bowling, and outdoor patios. A seasonal courtyard is in the center of it all- perfect for farmers markets, movies under the stars, music festivals & ice skating. MB Financial Park at Rosemont is only a block from the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center and is anchored by Muvico 18- Movie Theater, a number of hotels and the vibrant Rosemont Theatre.
CITY: Rosemont
Hopleaf
The "staggering beer list" and creative, Belgian-focused menu has made the Hopleaf a destination restaurant. A favorite of the neighborhood and beyond, this gastropub is always bustling. Hopleaf is an adult venue. Everyone must be 21 or over with valid ID to enter. Sorry, children (including infants) will not be admitted.
CITY: Chicago
Hollywood Tavern
This is a tavern that offers daily drink specials. We serve sandwiches and pizza. We also do fundraisers for charities.
CITY: Herrin
Log Cabin Tavern
Tavern with a jukebox and a pool table. Located in Marion on Court Street.
CITY: Marion
McCarthy's Restaurant and Irish Pub
McCarthy's Restaurant and Irish Pub is casual American cuisine with some Irish specialities. We have a menu that appeals to everyone. We have live entertainment in our Pub Thursday - Saturday, we have two kids menus and outdoor dining. We have customized catering and can accommodate large groups. Our private dining room can accommodate up to 40 guest and our restaurant can accommodate up to 250 people.
CITY: Vernon Hills
10Pin Bowling Lounge
Redefining the bowling experience by combining a retro sport and a hip, upscale lounge into one high-energy package.
CITY: Chicago
Elroy's
Cheer on your favorite team at Elroy’s! Featuring 24 TV sets, including 7 big screens! We offer a full menu and beer garden, with delicious food served by the best staff in town.
CITY: Bloomington
Bookie Magees Hideaway & OTB
Sports bar and state-of-the-art Off Track Betting facility. Offering simulcast wagering on thoroughbred and harness horse racing from Illinois and around the country. A great place to grab a bite to eat with over sixty televisions and comfortable seating. Open Sun - Thurs 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM & Fri - Sat 11:00AM - Midnight.
CITY: Joliet
Franchise Sports Bar & Grill
Home of the $5 pizza on Mondays and 25-cent wings on Wednesday, the Franchise Sports Bar and Grill is an upscale sports bar that is also family friendly. Varied menu which ranges from catfish sandwiches to shrimp/lobster ravioli to ham and beans with cornbread. Hours: Monday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - midnight and Sunday, noon - Midnight.
CITY: Wood River
Chad's Blind Bar
Chad's Blind offers a full service bar.They also have a 7,000 square foot beer garden, a full banquet facility and 3 big screen tv's in the bar area.
CITY: Lincoln
Jolane's Café & Wine Bar
Abt Electronics CEO Bob Abt always wanted a restaurant of his own. Adjacent to his famous electronics store in Glenview is a Austrian-style café featuring an outdoor patio, an eight-foot long glass pastry case tempts with an array of croissants, Danish pastries, scones, Viennese tortes and slices of cake. The café serves three hearty meals daily. Coffee, of course, maintains its Old World dignity. The cafe also offers a full bar, 22 wines, three types of beer, including a Belgian Trappist ale.
CITY: Glenview
Joe's Sports Bar & Live Music
Joe's Bar is the largest premier sports bar in Chicago where you can enjoy any game on over 100 TVs. Joe's also features weekly live music acts with local bands and national touring acts. From rock to country to DJ and cover bands, this is the place to see live music in Chicago.
CITY: Chicago
Hollywood Stadium at Hollywood Casino
Chicagoland’s most exciting sports bar and entertainment venue is now open! Watch up to eight games at once on our enormous 80 x 20 foot screen, plus over 40 flat-screen TVs, as well as personal TV's at many of the booths. Hollywood Stadium - It's what a sports bar should be.
CITY: Joliet
Forest View Lounge
This neighborhood lesbian bar, with a relaxing North Woods tavern vibe, is a great place to catch the latest game, play pool or enjoy the outdoor beer garden. The grill menu includes the popular Large Marge Volcano Burger, oozing with cheese.
CITY: Forest View
Whit's End
Good food all week long w/karaoke on Thursdays. Come in and join us for a good time.
CITY: Decatur
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Bahan's Tavern
Great neighborhood bar & grill, serving lunch & dinner, famous for their Taco Thursdays!!
CITY: Jacksonville
9th Street Pub
Live entertainment. Serving lunch and dinner daily 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Home of the Cheeseburger In Paradise. 10 new burgers and smokehouse items available. Casual dining. Boasting 52 import beers with two major imports on tap. Find us on Facebook or our website: www.9thstpub.com
CITY: La Salle
North Beach Chicago
We cover it all under one roof, from volleyball and bowling to basketball and wrestling. We are the perfect place for private event or just to come hang out with few friends.
CITY: Chicago
Fat Jack's
Fat Jack's is one of the premier bars in Central Illinois featuring the best selection of microbrews and imports on draught, with 26 handles and a knowledgeable staff. In the mood for cocktails? Our bar staff will be happy to mix one from our premium selection of spirits including our Fat Jack cocktail. Whatever you’re in the mood for, you can find it at Fat Jack's!
CITY: Bloomington
Dave and Buster's
Enjoy 50,000 square feet of games, a restaurant and bar. Must be 21 or older unless accompanied by an adult 25 or older.
CITY: Addison
Alexander Park Tavern
Reknowned as a longtime staple in the Princeton area, the "Park" is the place to be. Enjoy a drink and conversation at the bar while you wait for your crispy fried chicken or daily special. Finish your meal with a specialty dessert on the patio. Stop by this congenial spot to relax and catch up with friends.
CITY: Princeton
Green Street Tavern & Restaurant at DeSoto House Hotel
Enjoy your favorite cocktails, snacks, sandwiches, salads, dinners in this historic pub. Serving everything from hand-cut steaks to fresh seafood. Enjoy our dining room, tavern and outside patio.
CITY: Galena
Piasa Winery & Pub
Wine, beer, food and an amazing view of the Mississippi River are all part of the charm of the Piasa Winery & Pub. Enjoy award-winning wines made at the Piasa vineyards or try one of the more than 400 Illinois and international wines available. Sit on the deck of the riverfront pub and relax with a beer from the more than 100 imported and domestic brews on hand. Appetizers, sandwiches (including the Piasa Pounder -- take the challenge if you dare!) soups, salads, pastas and desserts are available on this full service menu.
CITY: Grafton
Pub 1
Pub 1 is a full service bar located on the west side of Bloomington. Lunch served.
CITY: Bloomington
Daisy's Sports Bar & Grill
Daisy's is a sports bar with a country twist. Head on in for your favorite sports game, and enjoy some good food and adult beverages. You can learn traditional line dancing or ride the mechanical bull! Don't forget to ask about their daily specials, they are great deals that you won't want to miss out on.
CITY: DeKalb
Killarney's Irish Pub
Good times and a great atmosphere in this cozy pub! No food served.
CITY: Bloomington
Frank O'Dowd's Irish Pub & Grill in The Irish Cottage Boutique Hotel
Live entertainment and Irish dancing. Enjoy a Celtic Cocktail, specialty Martini or Donegal Draft-Delight. Outstanding wine selection; new expanded menu.
CITY: Galena
Boot Legger Too
Sports bar serving food Monday-Saturday 6am-9pm, and Sunday Noon-4pm. Families welcome - Plenty of parking - Live bands Friday and Saturday nights 9pm-1am.
CITY: Savanna
Alton Sports Tap
Alton Sports Tap is everyone's favorite place in town to catch a game. With screens all around, you are sure to find the best games on during every time of the year, and every seat in the house offers the perfect view. Kids and adults alike will enjoy our wide selection of pinball, darts and video games with a few classics including bags and golf. Pull up a chair and make a new friend where the sports are always on, the food is always hot and the good times are rolling!
CITY: Alton
Donzo's Sports Bar & Grill
The original Wood River Sports Bar, Donzo's offers family-friendly dining options as well as a full service bar. Daily specials and even better specials when the Cardinals play the Cubs! Watch your favorite sporting event while you dine. Open daily 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.
CITY: Wood River
Kegler's Pub
Located in Pheasant Lanes bowling alley. A great place to go after a game or to just relax. Lunch and dinner served.
CITY: Bloomington
Peggy Kinnane's Irish Restaurant & Pub
Great Irish pub atmosphere! Nightly drink specials and live entertainment on the weekends.
CITY: Arlington Heights
It's Brothers Bar & Grill
Built upstairs in one of the historic buildings located on Green St., Brother's is THE place for students to hang out with friends and, or make new acquaintances. This bar is not just for students of the U of I, but for other college students in neighboring cities and counties next to Champaign County to come hang out for a night with students of the University of Illinois! Brothers' ultimate mission is to provide a comprehensive entertainment venue, with an emphasis on fun, safety, and cleanliness. We will provide great service to our customers through a well trained and caring staff that pledges to get it right. We will strive to lead, not follow, and be better than we were the day before.
CITY: Champaign
Legends
Watch the hometown ILLINI play on one of the many flat screen TVs, or on the movie theater style projection screen Legends has every home and away game. Also the home to the NFL every Sunday during the season as well as the other Illinois sports teams such as Cubs, Blackhawks, Bulls, etc. They ALL play in here in the heart of campustown. Legends the official sports bar to the University of Illinois!!
CITY: Champaign
Pia's Sports Bar & Grill
Champaign's Number One Sports Bar! Stop in and watch every Illini game either home or away. Were you at the game for Illinois football or basketball? Then drop by after and discuss with friends over a few drinks about how the game went. Located just off of Springfield Ave. (first stoplight left turn after turning right off of University Ave.) nearby Interstate 72/57 stop there before heading to the current Illinois sports event if that's what your here in town for. Pia's is also home to every NFL game on Sunday as well as providing every sporting event on one of their many High-Def TV's!
CITY: Champaign
Jupiter's Pizzeria and Billiards Downtown
The place for Cues and Brews, if you choose to peruse. The perfect scene to make friends, and meet up with friends or business colleagues. A downtown hotspot in Champaign since 1997.
CITY: Champaign
Anastasia's Restaurant & Sports Lounge
Established in 1992. Family owned & operated, proudly serving Lake County families breakfast, lunch, and dinner all day. Famous for our pizza, pasta, steaks, seafood, ribs, and homemade soups. Our sports lounge is separate from our dining room area. Enjoy Anastasia's Outdoor Beer Garden with a full service bar. Take advantage of our speedy delivery and catering services. Private meeting room for Navy families to meet and greet every Thursday. Bring your family by to meet ours.
CITY: Waukegan
Anastasia's Restaurant & Sports Lounge
Family owned & operated proudly serving Lake County lunch and dinner. We offer the finest quality cuisine in a modern atmosphere. Famous for our pizza, pasta, steaks, seafood, ribs, and homemade soups. Take advantage of our speedy delivery and catering services. We cater to everyone of all ages. Anastasia's is the place to be for a late night bar scene with a DJ on the weekends and economic friendly drink specials. Bring your family by to meet ours!!!
CITY: Antioch
17th Street Bar & Grill
Award-winning BBQ. Family style dine-in and carry out. "Best Ribs in the U.S." by Bon Appétit Magazine and featured on the Food Network show, Bon Appétit Picks the Best.
CITY: Marion
Windjammer
Full service bar located just east off Veterans Parkway. Lunch and dinner served. Credit cards accepted.
CITY: Bloomington
Maguire's Pub
Great place to watch sports! Several TVs, great food and a pool table. Lunch and dinner served.
CITY: Bloomington
Mollie's Bar and Grill
Bar and grill. We have good food and a jukebox. There is music and bands occasionally.
CITY: Marion
Crazy Beaver Pizza Lodge
Hungry after a day shopping and seeing the sights in Grafton? Then stop by the Crazy Beaver Lodge for a hand-tossed fresh pizza made with the toppings of your choice. On Fridays only, you can buy a 5 pound deep dish pizza which is sure to satisfy even the biggest pizza lover in your crew. Sandwiches, salads and appetizers are also available. Live music on Sundays. Hours: W - F 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. S - Su 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
CITY: Grafton
Southport Lanes & Billiards
Classic neighborhood bar and restaurant with four vintage hand-set bowling lanes, gorgeous billiards room and huge outdoor patio.
CITY: Chicago
Guido's Bar & Grill
Don't want to spend nightlife on campus? Well then come to downtown Champaign and to Guido's opened during the day until late into the evening. Visit us for Happy Hour after 4-5, enjoy the classic burger or other many menu items, or just take a break and kick back relaxing with a beverage and friends at this fine establishment.
CITY: Champaign
Shoeless Joe's Sports Bar and Grille
40 monitors, 4 big screens, and 25 satellite feeds. Open for lunch, dinner, and late night fare! Dancing, pool tables, and great looking "shoeless" girls!
CITY: Rosemont
KJB's Pint Haus
Nice atmosphere small bar, with an outside courtyard. Serving sandwiches and appetizers for lunch & dinner.
CITY: Jacksonville
Office II
Champaign's Number One Sports Bar. Includes shuttle bus to U of I home football and basketball games. Located conveniently off of Interstate 72/Interstate 57.
CITY: Champaign
Jupiter's at the Crossing
Pizza and other American fare, this large facility includes bililards for the grown-ups and a full lower level game and activity area for the kids. OTB is available in the lower level. A weekly comedy club is also a crowd favorite.
CITY: Champaign
Finn McCool's
A Chicago Irish sports bar in the suburbs serving great pub grub, daily drink specials, and featuring state-of-the-art TVs and monitors. Live bands, televised sporting events, and a DJ on Saturdays.
CITY: Schaumburg
Lucky Strike, Lincoln Park
With eight lanes of bowling, two bars, an outdoor patio and a swanky lounge, the Lucky Strike is an art deco bowling and billiard mecca sure to please even the most discerning guests.
CITY: Chicago
O'Griff's
The area's biggest selection of import and domestic beers and ales including our own brews. Banquet facility - catering - wedding receptions.
CITY: Quincy
Starship Billiards - Decatur
Billiards galore! Live music on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
CITY: Decatur
Seven Ten Lounge
This Art Deco bowling and billiard mecca makes for a fun night on the town.
CITY: Chicago
Durty Nellie's
Durty Nellie's has been a friendly, neighborhood tavern since 1972. Durty Nellie's has welcome rock legends such as Violent Femmes, Saliva, Cracker, Johnny Winter, David Allan Coe, Firehouse, Filter, Jonas Brothers, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, Local H, Poi Dog Pondering, Vertical Horizon, and many more. Durty Nellie's is also a home stage to local bands and popular events. In addition to being a noted music venue, Durty Nellie's is a great place to have dinner before a show, host an event, or have a casual night out in our Pub. Durty Nellie's can host and customize any menu for any group and welcomes guests from all over the United States every day. Durty Nellie's is also known for the most extensive beer selection in the area. Durty Nellie's serves over 100 beers from all over the world.
CITY: Palatine
North End
This gay sports bar has been a neighborhood staple for more than 25 years, offering pool, darts, all the games on giant flat screens and a great beer selection.
CITY: Chicago
Don's Place Inc
A great get-together neighborhood tavern. Don't miss the Crab Races every Thursday night.
CITY: Jacksonville
Bennigan's Irish-American Grill and Tavern
Bennigan's Irish-American Grill and Tavern is a casual restaurant known for our great American food, large selection of beers and our special brand of Irish hospitality.
CITY: Rock Falls
Acre
Your neighborhood farm-to-table restaurant. Celebrating the rich diversity of American food and drink. Our produce and meats are sourced almost exclusively from small family farms in the Midwest. The menu is seasonally focused and our casual dining room features a spectacular Brunswick bar, as well as comfortable booths and tables.
CITY: Chicago
North Beach - Downers Grove
Sports bar featuring sand volleyball, bowling, billiards and more in a tropical setting. Perfect for parties, banquets and events.
CITY: Downers Grove
Champps Americana - Skokie
Champps offers a wide variety of beers, liquors and drinks. Come in and watch your favorite team play on one of the many plasma screens.
CITY: Skokie
Lunker's
Home of the Big Fish! Great food with a casual atmosphere! Lunch and dinner served.
CITY: Normal
Butch McGuires Inc.
Family owned Irish saloon in business for 50 years. Great food, friendly and fun place to be.
CITY: Chicago
Mulligan's West
For a quick bite or a full meal, Mulligan's West in Jerseyville has a wide range of menu options. Appetizers feature "rattlers", "zingers" and "pig tails" with homemade sauces. Salads, sandwiches, steaks, seafood and pasta are also featured menu items. Hours: Open daily 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Full bar which stays open until 1 a.m. Free live music once a month on Saturdays.
CITY: Jerseyville
