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Far NW Suburban Gems

1. Middleton's on Main

110 S Main St, Wauconda, IL
Bar · 31 tips and reviews

John C.John Coyne: Best craft beer list in Wauconda. Staff is friendly and live music on weekends is fun.

2. Bulldogs Grill

122 S Main St (at W Mill St), Wauconda, IL
Diner · 47 tips and reviews

GarryGarry: Scarlett Johansson burger is the best burger on the planet. Excellent craft beer choice too

Beelow's Steakhouse is one of Far NW Suburban Gems.

3. Beelow's Steakhouse

8.7
763 S Rand Rd (at June Terr), Lake Zurich, IL
Steakhouse · 42 tips and reviews

Emily T.Emily Tyndorf: The patio is a really nice place to sit in the summer.It has waterfalls and fireplaces.

4. Tighthead Brewing Company

8.8
161 Archer Ave, Mundelein, IL
Brewery · 27 tips and reviews

John C.John Coyne: Tap room is fun, Grateful Dead tunes are flowing - I love it. Get the IPA - Hoppy goodness!

5. Mickey Finn's Brewery

8.1
345 N Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL
Brewery · 51 tips and reviews

Mitch B.Mitch Byrne: Must try Santa's Magic when in season! Bring home a Growler. Buffalo Burger & Fried Pickles are great!

Wisma is one of Far NW Suburban Gems.

6. Wisma

528 N Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL
Café · 1 tip

7. Sandbar Bar & Grille

7.7
40870 N Douglas Ave, Antioch, IL
Bar · 9 tips and reviews

Michael B.Michael Burke: Get a Bloody Mary on Sundays! They're incredible!

Thirsty Turtle Beach Bar and Grill is one of Far NW Suburban Gems.

8. Thirsty Turtle Beach Bar and Grill

5.9
42273 N Woodbine Ave (at Turtle Beach Marina), Antioch, IL
Bar · 4 tips and reviews

9. Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

9.0
110 N Main St (at Railroad St), Crystal Lake, IL
Gastropub · 57 tips and reviews

Taylor W.Taylor Wadlington: Great relationships with local farms give this place an amazing selection of fresh meats and produce that they prepare into the most delicious meals around. And the craft beer selection is plentiful!

Di Carlo Fine Wine & Spirits is one of Far NW Suburban Gems.

10. Di Carlo Fine Wine & Spirits

8.4
425 Townline Rd, Mundelein, IL
Liquor Store · 4 tips and reviews

Kat S.Kat Strack: Great beer selection!