I probably go to Another Round about once a month with friends and family. My family and I enjoy the pizza, shrimp tacos, wings, and great beer selection. The pizza is perfectly cooked with great ingredients. I always enjoy adding my own toppings but you can also order their own specialty pizzas. Recently, the bummer is that they changed out their fries. They used to be the skin on deliciously flavored fries and now they are boring and bland. Restaurant staff are friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is very laid back and very fun to watch sporting events...especially the Blackhawks! I would definitely recommend another round to anyone looking for a casual sports bar style dinner.
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Anna L.
Awesome place to watch a Hawks game. They apparently are an "Official Blackhawks" bar. They even show the cool opening that you only get to see while at the game. They have a horn for all of the goals and of course.. THE SONG! The food is pretty good. I had a buffalo chicken wrap with was perfectly sauced. Others in our group had fried pickles, tacos, mini burgers, wings and a salad. They have a variety of different foods and appetizers. It was a very busy night, of course, because of the Hawks game... and the waitress really tried to accommodate us as much as possible. She was really nice.. wish I could remember her name. If anyone from Another Round is reading this, we sat at the tables directly right next to what seems to be a VIP area with couches.. directly in front of the big tv. She even helped us with suggestions for shots. Id definitely go again.
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Minh-An C.
I went here for a first date to grab some drinks and this place is pretty legit. On a Friday, it was pretty packed and there are a lot of big parties hanging out and enjoying all the big screen TVs around the bars. There are lots of tables and chairs for you to easily assemble a big party. The waitress was very attentive even though it was a busy night. For four drinks (3 mixed drinks and a beer), we paid a total of $27 after tax and tip. I really enjoyed the moscow mule drink that came in the copper tin cup. My date's manhattan was pretty strong! Lots of TV here so it's a great place to go and catch the game. Free parking all around town.
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Jason S.
It is okay. Nothing special but nothing negative either. It is just a "place." There isn't really any atmosphere that jumps out at you but at least the place is clean. Food is fine; very similar to the Round Family's other restaurant; "Round heads" on 63rd St. Drink prices are higher than Round heads too. To be honest; I would rather just go to Round heads now that I think about it.
(3)
Maksymilian S.
Pretty much the best bar in downtown Downers Grove. I really like that they have fried pickles and other unique appetizers. The pizza is always awesome, just like at Round Heads. The beer selection is always good and the staff is very friendly and helpful. They serve food pretty late even on Sunday nights! Overall a great place to grab a beer and some food.
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Nick G.
Fun bar always packed if you're going out for drinks or watch sports they have plenty of TV's. No sound, and when its crowded it can definitely get loud, probably one of the busiest bars in downers grove
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Tiffany P.
This is a nice, big bar, good for groups. I love all of the TV's they have for watching NFL or the Hawks. There's not a bad seat in the house. Drink specials are okay. When I went last Sunday, they had Bloody Marys for $5.50. I ordered boneless wings for $9.95. When they came out, there were 10 small wings- that's $1 per wing! When I told the bartender I was dissappointed, he rectified it and brought out a new, bigger order. Great customer service to make me a happy camper! I give this place 3 stars because they have everything you want for a sports bar, although prices are slightly high overall. I probably won't order food again. If you don't have a specific place to go to, but you want to do something, I would suggest to go here. Another Round is pretty agreeable for all parties.
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Patrick K.
Great place to catch a game and grab a beer. Great atmosphere, friendly servers, and a great variety of food and drinks. Another plus is that they are an official Blackhawks bar so you get the sound during the game and the goal horn when they score!
(5)
Mark K.
Got seated quickly but the service was slow And the waitress was absent most of the time. Food was ok nothing that I would run back for quickly. Pricing was fair for bar food and drinks. The last thing I would like to review is the bathroom. The floor was slippery and the rooms where not as clean as they should be. This was on a Friday night during the car show, so maybe they where changing car oil and cleaning up in the restroom.
(3)
Jennifer F.
You want to catch the hawks and have an awesome experience even though you are not at the game; go here! Fabulous time and fun sports bar.
(5)
K J.
I went here last night for my 21st birthday - and if the bar down the street hadn't had a band, my group would have left. I have a legal and valid Illinois drivers license that happens to be in a vertical orientation. When I showed the waitress, she first gave me all kinds of attitude about them "not accepting these ID's - you better get it changed", etc etc, finally she "pulled some strings" and allowed me to order a drink. Management does not seem to know what to do with legal forms of identification - take your 21st parties somewhere else so you don't have to deal with them!!
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J M.
Still love it here, but the service has gotten a little spotty lately. I'm not sure what changed, but perhaps not enough servers? I will say that every time I see someone taking names at the host stand with the iPad, it's not a good sign--it usually means long wait and they mess up the list almost every time.
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Jennifer S.
Great restaurant, atmosphere, and food. Great place to watch a Hawks game. I go there all the time when I'm in town with my boyfriend Ryan and used to go there all the time when living there! GO HAWKS!
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Jeff O.
Absolutely love this bar. It's walking distance from my house and is the perfect place to watch any sporting event. I'm here all the time during football season.
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Karen M.
We'd been in here once before for drinks with friends. I remembered it as being packed with enthusiastic fans and a fog horn going off every time the Blackhawks scored. So when the hubby and I found ourselves in downtown Downers Grove right before the Blackhawks played the Calgary Flames, we dropped in again. Good decision! This place is the quintessential sports bar! A billion big-screen TVs, plenty of seating (with fold-out walls to open up other areas when the place gets crowded and an outdoor patio for nice weather,) a surprisingly good menu (great spicy shrimp tacos), and a friendly, attentive waitress named Melissa who actually knew and liked good beer! Speaking of the beer list here, the selection is not very large and it consists of a lot of crappy beers because most sports fans don't know what good beer is. However, this place is smart enough to also carry some premium brews like Guinness and Sam Adams, and a few selections from craft breweries like Two Brothers. So there's something for everyone. My husband had them mix up a "Black and Bock" - a mixture of Guinness and Shiner Bock. We had no wait for a table or service, but this was on a Tuesday night. It's probably a different story on week-ends when it's packed. And yes, they did blow the fog horn (and played "Chelsea Dagger") whenever the Hawks scored!
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Hayden C.
Another Round is a great local hot spot in the downtown Downer's Grove area. It is an official Blackhawk's Bar with the horn to boot. So be prepared when the Hawks score. The food is typical bar food but its above the quality from usual watering holes. I have had italian beef, sausage, and even their crazy mac and cheese dish. All have been above average. They have a decent beer selection and a full bar as well. Staff is friendly and helpful, I would recommend this location to anyone in the area.
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Isadore C.
I swing by a few nights every week after riding the metra home from work.... Good drink specials.... Great burgers and wings.... Polite & attentive bartenders.... Crowd varies from the after work crowd unwinding, to yuppies fishing for love, to older couples enjoying a drink and on big game nights it's a packed house! All in all a tucked away gem!
(5)
Pete R.
Great neighborhood bar for watching a game or getting together with friends and family. Nice busy environment but still received very attentative service. Better than Avg Beer menu with plenty of craft options and seasonal specials. But the high rating is truly about the food and the menu. This is a sports bar first and foremost on appearance, but the food offerings and menu make this a sports bar on steroids for good food. There are not too many bars I go to where I actually comment that I need to come back to try other food items. Make no mistake...it's all good greasy, cheesy, meaty bar food, but they go above and beyond than your typical sports bar wings, burgers, and pizza.
(5)
Elle W.
The food here is amazing! Honestly way better than most bar and grills. The service can be slow at times, but the staff is usually always awesome about it. If you haven't been here before, I definitely recommend it!
(5)
Candice G.
I was going to round up and go a 4, but to be honest, the food was a solid 3.4 and the 30 minutes it took to between receiving the check and getting it back to sign left my entire group more than a little nonplussed. Everything took sooo long to come out, and and by the time our server checked on us were already ready to to skedaddle. The appetizers are all heavily fried and pretty sub-par and though my spicy shrimp tacos were genuinely pretty solid, the 99 cent extra charge for dried out, hard-as-a-hammer tots was not justifiable. As with most menus based upon the presence of a fryer in the restaurant, we all left feeling heavy, tired, and annoyed that we had to wait so incredibly long for our food, drinks, checks, and server. Another round might be a decent place to stop for some drinks and food, but if you plan on doing things with your day beyond beyond waiting for someone who's supposed to be waiting on you, maybe skip it and look elsewhere.
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Katie L.
This is a great bar for downtown Downers. I only wish it was easier for me to get there from Aurora! Good drink selection and very delicious and unique menu items! We enjoyed an appetizer sampler, where you could choose which 3 or 4 apps you wanted (nice touch), an Italian beef quesadilla and a bagel burger. All was very yummy!
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Kevin S.
Fun local bar to gather with friends and watch favorite sports events. They have tons of TVs and multiple huge protectionscreens tomake youfeel likeyou areat thegame. The best is watching Hawks with their train whistle when Hawks score. They also have a nice outdoor eating area to enjoy the weather we have all been waiting for.
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Jen W.
Surprisingly good food for a sports bar! My husband and I started with an above average spinach dip and I had the bagel burger-delicious! Hubby had the pot roast dinner.... Very risky at a sports bar but he loved it! Atmosphere is about what you'd expect.... Dark colors that almost make you feel like you're in someone's man cave and tons of tvs playing every imaginable game! Service was decent. Very friendly hostesses who told us that they were quoting 15 minutes for a party of 2 but that it 'looked like a couple tables were wrapping up' and so it could be less. Low and behold, we were sitting down 6 minutes later. They also have a very cool notification system where they text you when your table is ready... I'm sure that's great for summer nights if you want to stroll while you wait. Waitress was polite and prompt albeit seemed a bit frazzled. Understandable though-seemed like a busy night. We will be back.
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Bruce M.
The PERFECT neighborhood bar. TONS of TV's, fantastic U-shaped bar, really good food (try the Italian Beef Quesadilla and the Chipotle Chicken Salad), walking distance from most Downers Grove neighborhoods, and a ton of parking on Main Street if you're driving. And Juile and her friends behind the bar always remember what I drink when I walk in! AR has replaced several other establishments as THE bar in Downers Grove!
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Suzanne Z.
Friendly staff, large place, decent food. Would go back but I don't remember much about it that gives it a wow factor. It's pretty ordinary but it will get the job done for a fun time out!
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Renita M.
A good choice for a night spent watching sports with friends, or for solid bar food. We'd been to sister restaurant Roundhead and I thought it was just ok, but I was actually a bit more impressed with Another Round. We met a few people on a Friday to watch some March madness and eat and drink. The wait was about 20 minutes at 6:30 which is better than expected. We grabbed a first round at the bar, and got seated halfway through our drinks. Our waitress handled the busy night and our many rounds of orders well. We shared some pot roast waffle fry nachos, which were quite good. The pot roast was juicy and tender and made my husband say "we really need to eat pot roast more often." Continuing on the pot roast theme, I had pot roast sliders, a simple affair of meat, a slice of cheese and tiny pretzel rolls. Adorable and more filling than you might think. A side of tots rounded out my oh-so-healthy dinner. The rest of the table had various sandwiches, pizza, and for one paleo-loving dieter, a plate of veggies - which they were happy to accommodate. The beer list is decent, if not completely outstanding; they do have some good local brews and a few craft choices. The waitress took great care of us, the atmosphere was a lot of fun for watching basketball, and I wouldn't hesitate to come back to hang out with friends.
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Kristin M.
If you want to be a sports bar, be a sports bar - post enough waitresses and cooks for all NFL games. If you want to be a BEARS BAR and only take care of customers during Bears games, then own it. I got major attitude from the bartender when I asked her to change one of the TVs (when the bar was half empty and one side closed and there wasn't even a Bears game on). Then it takes over 50 minutes to receive our order (simple nachos). We left before they even arrived. The service here has steadily gone down hill for football season. I'll be watching our games at Brickhouse or Shanahan's. It's a shame. We've been watching football games here almost every Sunday for four or five years.
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Jim H.
Went there with a bunch of friends last nite. I had the chicken tacos. They sucked. Bland even with the sauce. The side of rice was excellent. My buddy had baked mostacolli ( sp) which he said was excellent. Wife had the pot roast sliders - I sampled one and it was great, Good ambience, lots of tv s ( turn down the sound esp. during commercials!) otherwise a decent watering hole with decent food. Good service and great beer selection.
(3)
Christine S.
Another Round is a great place for a late night meal. There's not many other places with good food in Downers Grove that are open until 1 am during the week. They have a lot of options on their menu, it isn't strictly pizza. Service can be very slow, especially when it's busy. The pizza is good and filling. I would recommend coming here, especially if you're looking for a sit-down meal past 10 pm on a weeknight.
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Donna W.
If you are like me and order fish tacos any time you see them on a menu then this is the place you want to have them. They are so delicious. They have just enough spice, and you get three rather large tacos with a side of yellow rice. The only problem is that it makes it hard to order anything else when I go there. Kids love the pizza too!
(5)
Roger G.
Friendly bartender. Staff seems to like each other. Owners of any restaurant, if you're reading this, know that we notice and appreciate harmony amongst your people. My burger was awesome. Great beer selection. 80's guitar rock jammin on the sound system. My only less than stellar comment is one of personal preference. Either the bar is slightly too high or the bar stools are slightly too low. Other than that it's a five. I'll be back.
(4)
Kit A.
This sports bar is good for a drink after work... or catching up with the entire city of Downers Grove! In 1 night I saw people from grade school, high school and college, which I was not expecting and almost made me think twice about coming to this place again. The place is nice enough, but almost too well lit for late at night. The chicken quesadillas are absolutely delicious and I like that they actually have Two Brother's beer on tap. It's very laid back and the crowd is fairly mixed between old and young. Of course I only came here on a Friday night, but I would like to see what they offer on weekends.
(3)
Devon W.
This place screams suburban sports bar. My friend and I were headed to the midnight showing of the Blues Brothers at the Tivoli and stopped in because it was one of those places that is open late and still serves food... delicious, potroasty, food. Their big claim to fame (in suburban circles) is their plate of pot roast fries. I had heard tales of these mythical fries and was pretty pumped to push nutrition aside in a moment of meaty whimsy. This dish is not for the faint of heart (seriously, if you have high blood pressure... ask your dr. first). Pot roast fries are composed of a GIANT bowl/plate of waffle fries, layered with cheddar cheese (not the 'sauce'), blue cheese, tomatoes, onions, and topped with giant chunks of tender, fall-apart-in-your-mouth, homemade pot roast. They are a delicious and shameful food choice... but one you should make at least once! The rest of the menu was mediocre. Good enough, but nothing special. The waitress was very pleasant, present, and was quick to refresh our drinks. Drink menu was reasonably varied for the environment and had a range of beers beyond the typical bro-brew. Overall: Pot roast fries - 4.5, other food - 3, service - 4, general environment - 2 (unless you like sports bars, in which case it might be a 4)
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Brian R.
Last time dinning at this establishment after a few bad experiences. This last visit was the icing on the cake. Service was good, food has always been mediocre, management abrasive. I tried to redeem an expired Groupon (for the amount paid) and was told they don't honor them even after I showed them the terms and conditions that explained the promotional value may have expired, but the paid value ($10) is to be honored by the merchant. I was told to get a refund directly through Groupon, which is not what is outlined in their terms and conditions. At this point it's more about principal than the actual dollar value. His lack of managerial experience has clearly clouded his better judgment. He'd rather lose a customer and receive a bad review than honor the terms. Had the manager simply apologized, which never once occurred, we may have gone back for a drink from time to time. Sadly, that is no longer the case.
(1)
Ashley M.
Best pizza in DG! And surprisingly very family friendly. Bring our 2 yr old there all the time. Great atmosphere, even of you're not a sports fanatic.
(5)
Rosanna L.
Came here during lunch time and it was pretty empty, but definitely seems like a great place to go during game times with the high tops and TVs they have! The server was extremely friendly and helpful with recommending items. Three of us shared the Pot Roast Waffle Fry Nachos hmmMmmmm this was a delicious mix of waffle fries, cheese, tomatos, onions, blue cheese, and pot roast, however, I would of went with sour cream instead of blue cheese and it would of been even better if the pot roast wasn't dry. I got the Parmesan crusted grill cheese w/ bacon and a side of sweet potato fries. Not a bad dish, but the cheese does lack the creaminess of American cheese. The fries were bomb diggity. My co-workers enjoyed their BLT and skinny chicken tenders. Overall, not a bad meal, but they do have a lot of other dishes I want to try!
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Brad W.
My girlfriend lives in downers and introduced me to this place. When I heard her mutter "pot roast nachos" she caught my attention, when we went and had them it was love at first bite. If your looking for something different to eat with your beer, give them a try. The pot roast actually tastes like tender, flavorful beef, not salty brown gravy. I had the shrimp tacos for my entree. They were decent, but nothing worth raving over. My next trip was for carry out, that time I opted for the pot roast sliders. After my wonderful experience with the nachos, these were on my must try list. One word for you, YUM! If you love pot roast, check these tasty little guys out. Few bars offer such an extensive menu like this place. If you ever find yourself and a few friends bickering about what everyone is in the mood for, check this place out, odds are you will all leave satisfied.
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Emily S.
Another Round is great to meet up with friends and have a drink. Their food is pretty spectacular too. I got their mushroom and swiss burger, and it was great! But honestly, what made the burger great was the bun that it was on. The bread was so delicious!
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Tobin h.
If there was a hotel within walking distance I'd seriously book a room for a Friday hockey/Hawks playoff game (and I'm a Wings fan) just to be here watching without worrying who had to drive home. The atmosphere here is outstanding for sports and the food well above average with great pricing. The wings, burgers, beer selection, and value make this place a go to destination anytime you in the downtown Downers area.
(4)
Ray T.
Just another sports bar and grill. Actually, it's a pretty good one from what we could see. There are plenty of TV's and tables that can handle a good-sized crowd on a game day. But, we didn't come for the sports, just the food. We arrived on a Friday just before the dinner rush, which in the summer, can be a busy day with the classic car show bringing a lot of traffic, auto and pedestrian, to Main Street. We seated ourselves and were quickly served. Service was quick and friendly. We ordered the Fish and Chips with a side salad and beer, and the Slow Simmered Pot Roast with a side salad, garlic toast and beer. The wife said that the fish and chips were quite tasty, crisp, not overdone. The pot roast comes with steamed broccoli, mashed potatoes and crispy onion strings. Let;s say that you need to bring you appetite with you if you get the pot roast, An alternative is a doggy bag, but what's the fun in that. The chunk of pot roast is large as is the serving of mashed potatoes. Very filling. Very good. I took no doggy bag home. I prefer the broccoli less steamed, but it was okay. I refuse to eat broccoli that is ruined by being sauced too death. The broccoli here was not. The onion strings were crispy, at least some of them, for a short while. They were put on top of the mashed potatoes, then covered in brown gravy. I would have liked the onion strings better had they not been soaked in gravy, which was pretty good in itself. The salads were okay, nothing special, but decent. The garlic toast, just so-so, not all that crispy as toast should be. The prices are very reasonable. The beer selection is very good. The location on Main St. is good, Street parking is a pain to find, but there is a good-sized parking garage about a block away. Yes. This is a good place to eat and one to come back to.
(3)
Catherine P.
This is a fun place. Total sports bar, big screens included and lounge area with couches to boot! Very clean for a bar and service is great!! We had their pizza. Not bad for a bar at all! Pretty good slice. Sausage was Chicago style which I appreciated and it was more on the well done size with browned cheese which is exactly how I prefer my pizza. Good job, Another Round!! The drinks are not badly priced and there is PLENTY of seating!!! They have a secret bar area that unless the walls are open or you have a private party in there, you wouldn't know it's there. Clean restrooms and a patio area for you smokers out there! Definitely somewhere I would head out to again for a sporting event or to meet friends out this way.
(4)
Angela P.
I like Roundheads better. This place gets a little too crowded on the weekends. But the menu is slightly different, and the food is fantastic. Try the Jacked Up Mac if you like macaroni and cheese, spiciness, or cheese in general. My friends are fans of their italian beef and, again, the pizza. If you have a big group, you might have to wait for a table. And again, the drink specials aren't that great unless you're looking to have a beer. Some of the servers here can be a little aloof, but most of the time it's just because they're extremely busy.
(4)
Brandy W.
Frustrating. The food was mostly good, but not worthy of my return. Because honestly, it took forever for the food to come. We got there at 11:30. Two people, when they opened. ONE other table was there when we arrived. Two tables in the whole joint. We ordered chili dip, two grilled cheese sandwiches (add tomato) with BBQ sauce and honey mustard to dip the fries. All together, nothing fancy. Over 30 minutes later, no food. We didn't order steaks. Nothing that really needed to be cooked longer than 5 minutes total, really. The service was TERRIBLE. I never complain about service and rant and rave about how the food quality matters more. Well, it does... but when your food takes forever, it does matter. Especially when ordering grilled cheese. We didn't get out until 12:30 (and were then in a huge hurry) and we ordered grilled cheese, had to get up for the bill, and nearly walk in the kitchen just to get a box. The chili dip was gross. A slab of whipped cream cheese on the bottom of a bowl with a cup of chili on top. Really lame. The waitress lied about things taking so long because the cook forgot to fry the chips. We received BAGGED chips. Liar. Admit you just forgot, thanks. The grilled cheese was good, but we never received any dipping sauces and no tomato inside. Is that too much to ask? We only had waters... so the food was all! Won't be back because although the grilled cheese was good and crusted with yummy parmesan, it wasn't worth the wait or missing out on what we really wanted to eat-- properly.
(3)
April P.
My friend and I went here for the first time the other night. Holy smokes! I swear, our bartender's biceps were the same size as his head! So, either he had a really tiny head, or really gigantic biceps! I couldn't tell which anymore after looking at him for too long. Besides having massive biceps (or possibly a tiny head), he was also a great bartender! My friend and I were ordering really obscure mixtures of things, and he went along with all of them! He humored us all the way : ) Anyway. This place was a blast. There was a blackhawks game on and the place was packed with crazy blackhawks fans. It was so much fun! Every time they scored a goal, the bar would explode and then a large fog horn would sound. We didn't want to leave, but we had to to catch our train. Also, the food looked and smelled delicious. I can't wait to go back and try it sometime. We'll be back soon! P.S. I noticed they were playing Postal Service at one point. Right? A sports bar was playing... postal service. Why would anyone not want to go here? P.P.S. no pun intended on the prior 'P.S.'
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Andy M.
A great looking place for watching a hockey or football game. As far as the service that is another story. The bar had too many dudes and is definitely a bro bar. The food looked pretty decent and their kitchen helped seemed to be working much harder than the other staff. You can watch a TV screen from anywhere in the bar and this is only reason I give it four stars.
(4)
Steve W.
Great food, drinks, and atmosphere. Plenty of TVs for the games. You can come here with your buddies and hang out at the bar or bring your family/kids for a reasonable priced dinner. Great place to eat and/or drink. The bar is too tall though. Not the most comfortable bar to sit at.
(4)
Derek M.
We waited for ten minutes at the sign that said please wait to be seated. Finally greeted by a hostess and she says first come first serve. Rude people. We didn't even get one round much less another round.
(1)
Elliott D.
When work is over for the day and my family is looking to meet up for a quick appetizer, a beer, and some catch up, this is one of our go to places. I've never actually eaten a full meal here so I can't necessarily speak to that experience. However, they have a great variety of appetizers and all of them are pretty decent. They're nothing special but they provide a nice quick bite with a satisfying flavor. Also, they have a decent number of beers on tap, everything at a reasonable price. If you're looking for an after work drink and an appetizer, this place is a good one for you.
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Dana G.
You know that person you don't know if you like, but can't figure out why? That's what I felt when I came here for the second time. I remember coming here, but I can't recall any details. I knew that wasn't a good thing. The main reason that brought us here was their indoor patio-ish seating. Its a nice view and you get an outdoor seating feel, indoors. Definitely a selling point and a reason I would return. How do you feck up fried food?? We ordered the fried platter because we were feeling particularly fatty this afternoon. The fried mushrooms were cold on the inside. Some even still frozen. Funny, because it took forever to get our food. I also ordered the Parmesan grilled cheese. They were out of white bread, but offered to make it on wheat. I would rather have it on wheat, so I didn't mind. It also tasted amazing reheated. It took even longer to get the check. Half of us had to wait in the car because our parking limit was almost up. The service was slow, but friendly. The menu was large but sub-par. Not amazing, but OK. 3 stars.
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Osiris V.
I've been finding that Downers Grove is a happening place and I should visit more often. I loved the atmosphere and the selection of beer at this place. It reminded me of a downtown bar with the windows opening up to the street. This would be a nice place to sit and watch a game! There is a small area in the back that you can reserve for a small get together and the bar itself is pretty big. Between 4 of us we ordered a burger, steak skewers, mini Italian beef sandwiches and some chicken in sauce. All were tasty. Oh and we also had fried pickles as an appetizer, yum.
(4)
Megan S.
Awesome location and a great atmosphere. The first time I tried cheese curds was here, and they were fantastic. They are always so accommodating for large groups and they definitely have a large selection of drinks.
(5)
Sara M.
Another Round rocks!! We recently brought a bar crawl through there for my 21st. Food was great, bartenders were quick and the drinks were reasonable. We even made bar friends here, it had a great atmosphere to boot! One bartender bought me a shot for my 21st birthday- a blueberry pancake...suggested by my new bar friends, it was awesome! I also had something called a Junebug which was rockin'. The bartenders were all really friendly and we ditched our tables to go chat with them. I'm sure I will be back soon!
(5)
Erik H.
Stop #2 on the St. Patrick's Day 2012 Pub Crawl. Another Round was definitely lively and exciting, with exceptionally large screens each showing a different "the game," but I could tell it was also particularly bro-filled. I'm not sure what gave me that impression, really; oh wait yes I am. It was a combination of the Miller Lites being sold at the door, the guy grabbing our waitress's ass and the private lounge right behind the DJ booth (?) with one person sitting in it. Service was slow and the beer selection wasn't particularly impressive, but I enjoyed myself despite all this. I can't decide if I would like this place more or less if it weren't St. Patrick's Day, but I guess it doesn't matter since it's not really my kind of hangout and I don't think I'll be returning. Off to the next bar!
(3)
Katherine B.
Finally managed to get in here. The appetizers were meh but the pizza was really good. Had to wait for a table for a while and had to kind of fight about how long we were there for compared to this other person who just decided to seat herself and her whole family even though she just walked in (rude!) but besides that everything was pretty good.
(4)
Kara Z.
I've eaten here twice. The service is friendly but not very attentive. It is very loud in the restaurant- don't go here planning to have much of a conversation. It has a fun atmosphere especially if you're into sports. The menu is awesome and the food is pretty good (but unfortunately not as good as it sounds). I tried the pot roast bites the first time and a chopped salad the second time. I do really like their fried pickles- they are better here than many places. The pizza dough bites were disappointing. Parking is challenging. Overall, it won't be a place I visit often but it's worth a visit.
(3)
Sarah R.
Every time we go here we enjoy ourselves. St. Patty's Day was no exception! I had plans with my dad and the Hubby to come to their St. Patty's Day brunch. Unfortunately the Hubby got called into work and had to miss it, but my dad and I still went. I thought they had a great variety of breakfast and traditional Irish food. Everything tasted great. Plus we had our A.M. Ale of green beer. Since St. Patty's Day will be on a Sunday next year I hope they do it again. And if they do you know where you'll find me that morning!
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Alex A.
Typical run-of-the mill bar, and our waitress gave us attitude the entire time. If you're into Golden Tee, you can maybe put this place somewhere toward the middle or end of your list.
(2)
Sandra C.
My husband and I go to Another Round quite often for the great thin pizza but every time we visit we've notice more and more kids running around in the bar area. I don't understand why parents would bring small kids to a loud sports bar geared towards adults. If these parents can't keep their kids out of this place, then maybe management should only allow kids up to 8 pm or keep families on one side of the place and adults only in the bar area. Chuckie Cheese and Enchanted Castle is the place to take the kids for pizza not a sports bar.
(5)
J M.
Horrible service!! The bartender wanted nothing to do with our group and ignored us for the majority of the night. We finally got the attention of the other bartender to refill our drinks and I swear he rolled his eyes at us. After our food finally arrived (almost 30 minutes for wings? Come on!), we had to ask for plates and napkins from the guy who was doing the dishes behind the bar. With all the other options in downtown DG, I won't be returning. I'm sure the other bars/restaurants in town treat their customers with respect.
(1)
Natalie F.
This is defiantly a total sports bar. Love it! Huge screens all over the place. I like the atmosphere. We walked in and went straight to the bar. There was no way we were going to get a table. It was packed which is a good sign. $5.00 drink specials the day we went in which was nice. They had some friendly/chatty bartenders working too. I ordered the Chicken Caesar Salad (large) and it was really good. My BF ordered the Skinny Strips. Those looked so good. It was nice to see something on the menu I/we could actually eat! I wish more bars would have more apps/dinners for the carb watchers. This places does! They even have a veggie and dip option. Come on almost all bars/restaurants only do dips and chips and if you ask for veggies instead they charge you an arm and a leg sooooo this was a PLUS in my books! Thanks Another Round! I will defiantly head back there when I am in the area. CHEERS!
(4)
Patrick E.
I enjoyed going to Roundheads, but I LOVE coming here. Why? Simple; they do 'sports bar' exactly right. Their pizza is seriously among THE BEST I've ever had from any sports bar anywhere on the planet. Its not as good as Gino's East, nor Giordanos' or Edwardo's or Barnabys or Art of Pizza, but it IS delicious and holds up well as leftovers too. Warning: I've only ordered thin crust here as I'm not ready to take the big boy step into thick or pan pizza at any sports bar. Imagine Palermo's thin crust, but without all the sugar in the sauce.... yeah, now you get it. As for the sports: Holy cow, I thought I was in a Best Buy/Circuit City! Not a good place for a date unless your date is boring and/or they're a sports fan as well because you cannot help but watch the TVs while you're there. As a bonus, the bar area is open and when they get filled up, they 'open the walls' to the other rooms as needed and this is a brilliant idea that I wish every other sports or nightclub would do. Oh, and although I live in Cook County, I enjoy a nice drive out here to meet friends and hang here, and with the FREE parking the garage just behind the bar. What's not to like?
(5)
Tina H.
Not a bad bar. We were there on a friday night during Downers summer classic car show series so downtown was packed. We got a seat at the bar right away and ordered the Lagunitas IPA draft. 5 stars for having my favorite beer. Service was slow and we had the spinach dip and my boyfriend had the sliders. Typical bar food kinda hum drum and flavorless. We like Emmets better for service and food.
(2)
Scott W.
Very unclean! And the management and staff are very unreceptive. My husband and I were there and sat in and almost slipped on a disgusting mess of wet chairs and floor. Clearly the staff and management are too busy or uncaring to check chairs and tables before patrons come in. I walked in, and sat on (and set my very expensive leather purse on) a disgustingly wet and sticky seat. When I asked to speak to a manager, I was presented with a barely sympathetic representative. Shame on Another Round and their uncaring and unattetive staff. We used to be regular customers, but not anymore. I will certainly not recommend or speak highly of this establishment. Very low class.
(1)
Lisa H.
We went here tonight for my husband's birthday. We had a great experience we had 9 total but everyone came separate and not at the same time. It was 7:30 on a Sat. and it wasn't too busy when we got there there was plenty of space to hold seats for all 9 of us. Our waitress was excellent and not pushy when we didn't order food right away. We did have to move to another table because they needed our space for a private party. We had cheese curds, and the pot roast nachos to start and both were delicious. For dinner everyone had sandwich's or burgers and everything was finished. We drank a lot of tall beer $6 for craft and cheaper for domestics. Total for 9 dinners, 2 appetizers, and a lot of beer our bill was about $258 or $35 a person with the tip. We were there from 7:30-11pm so we thought this was a great deal. Realizing that each night is different I have to say we had excellent service we never were without drinks and she didn't have to ask what we were drinking she just replaced them and it was always correct. We will definitely go back probably on a Friday when the special is $4 23oz Sam Adams Seasonal.
(5)
Samantha K.
Two stars people? Really? I love coming here. The service, the drinks, and the atmosphere is perfect in my book. The waitresses are really nice and are always there when you need them. The bartenders make the drinks perfectly. As always, I get my diet and vanilla vodka. It was strong and priced reasonably. There are a bajillion TVs and tables to sit at. I only come here when there are big games on. I work at a bar and I'll admit that I get pretty jealous when I see how packed this place gets. Their beer selection is good. I was surprised that they offer so many beers that other bars nearby don't. Woo! The food menu is pretty extensive. They offer a variety of pizza options, pasta, salads, and sandwiches! I shared a pizza with a friend and loved it. It was thin and crispy. A bit oily, but what's a good pizza without grease? Service was good for a packed place. Drinks were filled right when we needed. I'll be at Another Round all Summer. :)
(4)
John G.
Decent bar in a pretty trendy little neighborhood. Nice bartenders, good size bar.
(4)
Coli S.
I love this place. It has a great laid back atmosphere but with a good mesh of people there to hang out or for a night out. It is bar food, but not your typical kind. They out a twist on much of their menu and specials everyday of the week! It you are looking for a clean, fun sports bar with a nice crowd and a wide variety of food, then CHECK THIS PLACE OUT!
(5)
Marlene W.
Stopped in here last week for the first time. I was impressed by the extensive quirky menu, they have a little bit of everything and a lot of it's unusual dishes. I opted for the pot roast and was happy I did - it came with broccoli and mashed potatoes with thin crispy onion rings on top and the portion was huge, especially the pot roast. It was delicious and took some home in container for lunch the next day. A little dark in there didnt really stick around because was eating quickly before an art class but will check it out again because it's worth ordering from that menu again.
(4)
Joe R.
A group of us went to Another Round in Downers Grove for the first time earlier this week. This bar opened in the space previously occupied by Stillwater and is a welcome addition to the DG bar scene. The space has been opened up from its previous incarnation and TV's are a plenty all around. My wife and I shared the tasty boneless buffalo wing appetizer while all of us enjoyed a cold beverage from the bar. The beer selection was not huge, but the options that were there were all very stellar (any place that serves Arrogant Bastard is a winner in my book). For dinner, there were a variety of sandwich, wrap, tacos and other options to choose from. I had way more than one I wanted and that is always a good sign. We will definitely be heading back sometime soon for another round at Another Round.
(4)
Edward M.
Food is just ok but a great place to watch a game at. Place is clean and a friendly local bar to grab drinks at.
(3)
Chi G.
I really enjoy watching hockey games here! Great beer selection :)
(4)
Dan R.
Another Round is another location of Roundheads and the Nagy family. If you like Roundheads you will like Another Round. Food is good. Service varies with how crowded they are which is a shame because they have really nice and likeable staff. When they are busy the staff has no time to shine. It's a good place to go with a group or to watch a game. Probably the best restaurant in downtown Downers which, unfortunately, isn't saying too much. Westmont and Naperville have some great places. Downers Grove? Meh!
(3)
Kelly B.
great for drinks and snacks, never had a meal here but appetizers are good. The french fries with cheese and bacon are AWESOME. The prices are fair and the service is good. its always cold in there tho. The patio is great in the summer especially if you're a smoker, you can bring your drink outside and have a smoke. Its a nice place to get together with friends. But if youre from the downers grove area, expect to partially experience a highschool reunion. Only downside is no dance floor, if they did have one I would visit more often! Great for watching the games
(4)
Paul K.
This is by far my favorite sports bar and the best thing is that it is close to my house! The food is as good as it gets and the drinks are resonably priced. I was a bar fly at this place when the Hawks were playing in the playoffs. I would get there at 4 for a 7 o'clock game. I love that they have Summer Shandy on tap and this is the place to go if you are in the DG area.
(5)
Keri W.
My first draw to try this place out was the pizza, love Roundheads, and when I saw they were the owners, had to try it out! My new draw is the atmosphere! More TV's than you can imagine, not a seat in the place where you cannot see one! A true sports fan haven! Great place to bring your kids or just to hang out without them!! My only wish..is that the front windows opened up to the street for warm summer nights! A fantastic addition to our downtown....hope they last a long time!!!
(4)
Tracy A.
I went here for the first time with a friend on a Wednesday night. The food was really good (we ordered fried cheese curds as an appetizer and a pepperoni pizza for our meal). Everything was delicious and the prices were reasonable (our total bill for two people, including an appetizer, a medium pizza, and a lemonade was $26.00 and we had enough pizza left over for us both to take about 6 pieces home). The service was good. Since it's seat yourself there was no wait, and our waitress came over right away and had perfect timing for taking our order, checking on our food, and asking if I wanted a refill. The environment is like that of a typcial sports bar. HUGE televisions and screens all around, there is a bar in the middle of the restaurant, and the place as a whole is very open - it was basically one big room, not a lot of walls, which I really liked. The menu has many options and I think anyone would be able to find something that they like. The only negative thing I experienced was that at around 7:30 they turned up the volume on the TVs (which were showing a hockey game) and it was very loud. I had to speak up just to get my friend to hear me - even though we were sitting at the same table. However, since it IS a sports bar, that should be expected to some extent. I will be going there again, especially when I'm in the mood for pizza or some good bar food :)
(4)
Brian M.
Love this place. I'm here about 2 nights a week. Great all around sports bar but not great for socializing. People are way to introverted here and unless you in a click that goes here a lot, your on your own. Pizza is great their other food is very good too. Best place in Chicago to watch the Blackhawks play hands down. What other sports bar in DG even compares??
(3)
Jeff K.
The 99 cent bowl of chilly was pretty damn good. It was a proper complement to my beer (I got 312 as always). Unfortunately, I did not like their bloody marry at all. It was quite bland to say the least. The atmosphere of the place was quite nice. Not too loud that I was able to carry out a conversation without straining my voice. I really would have given this place a four star, but the bloody marry really knocked it down a notch.
(3)
Jean L.
Always a big fan of Round Heads, I have to say Another Round has outdone themselves with this place. The atmosphere is great for families, friends, and both young and old. It's a little rowdy when there is a big game on, but that is what makes it so much fun! This is like Downers Grove's own Cheers! The staff is friendly and quick and there is food to satisfy everyone. I can't eat gluten, and there is plenty on the menu for me and the rest of my family. The menu is expansive and good!
(5)
Steve H.
Nice place. Good pub grub. Friendly service. No relish for burgers and it took a while for food to come when it wasn't really that busy. But good overall
(2)
David B.
Exactly what Downtown Downers Grove needed. GREAT place to take the family too or to just hang out with friends while watching DA BEARS. The staff, service and food is excellent. They have so many beers on tap it's difficult to choose. They just started Comedy Tuesday Nights and after attending the first one it is definitely something I'll go back to. It's like having a Zanny's in Downers. The main act was pretty funny!!!! Keep up the good work!!!!
(5)
John A.
Boy...did downtown DG need this place. Finally a place to watch football with real pub food. LOTS of TVs...all high-def. Good burgers, wings, beer. My only issue is you have to wade through a sea of smokers to get to the entrance since they can't smoke inside. I'm all for people having the right to smoke (more tax$$$, die sooner - less Social Security)...just wish there was another place to put them.
(4)
Michelle Marie R.
Walked down to this establishment to watch a Hawks game. There were about ten of us, not such a large group, they were very accommodating. It was a bit busy (hello it's the Hawks!) but they seemed a bit unorganized. Food was adequate for bar grub and was brought warm and timely. Drinks were great. You can order one of those awesome funky beer taps for you table. I'm just not really a sports bar kinda girl but I think it would satisfy someone is is.
(3)
Max C.
Nice to have a place like this in downtown. The service is good and they have a wide variety of drinks. The food is standard bar fair. It's not great but it's not bad, it's A-OK :) I hope they do better than their predecessors
(3)
Mick O.
We are big fans of Roundheads and my wife and I have been to Another Round twice before , today we went for lunch with our oldest son . The staff here is very pleasant and are always trying to help . I ordered the steak salad with extra onions and blue cheese , it was very tasty and had a very nice mixture of ingredients . My son ordered a very nice cheeseburger that he really enjoyed . My wife ordered the tilapia and did not really enjoy it . She said it was nothing special , however she said it would not stop her from going back . Just no more tilapia . This is a great place to watch a game or just kick back , kudos to the brothers who work very hard at making there restaurants so great . I recommend them to anybody !
(4)
Tiffany S.
My husband and I checked out this new place on a Friday evening. The wait for a table was ~35 minutes. We sat at the bar since we just wanted drinks and an appetizer. It was very busy and a bit noisy. People are checking out the new place. There are lots of big screens. It took a while for our appetizer to come, but we weren't in a hurry. The "round"chetta was good. We'll definitely return to this neighborhood bar & grill and try it out for dinner sometime. Hopefully by then they'll have the drink menu printed out.
(3)
Janine N.
What kind of restaurant doesn't plan properly for St. Patrick's Day? Not even 7pm and they're out of corned beef...just not right. Had a drink & left. At least they didn't try to rip me off for a $10 cover like Ballydoyle's though. Probably would try this place again on a non-holiday. Traffic & parking was not good around Downers Grove AT ALL either.
(2)
Tammy D.
Great location and set up! We needed a sports bar downtown DG! We love the food and atmosphere. For those that we're annoyed about the music during the Hawks game...stay home! It's a fun bar, if you've ever been to a Hawks game you'd understand! We will be back again and again!
(4)
G. L.
Been here a few times so far. The staff is nice and friendly, generally the crowd is a good mix of people, and the food is pretty good. No complaints.
(4)
J K.
The food is great, reasonably priced. The beer selection is great. The service is terrible. I had been going on a regular basis and the only time I've had good service is from the bar. The owners on;y seem to be worried about hiring size 2 bimbos and not competent people who have control of their sections. Today was the day I decided I'm not going back. 5+ minutes for drink refills, the wrong food brought out, not being checked on, having to literally get up and search for our server for the check. 10+ minutes to get our change. We're done with it. Sorry....
(3)
Jeff M.
This place was needed in downtown Downers Grove, but I wasn't thrilled with my first visit. I'll be back, you can be sure, because DG doesn't have a true sports bar in the downtown area, but I hope it will be a bit better. We waited 10 mins or so to see a menu, and ordered pizza, sliders, wings, and of course beer, with friends. The beer selection is good, and the food was decent, but could be better. Maybe I'm setting the bar too high for bar food (pun intended). The pizza was tasty but I found all the food we had to be a bit to greasy for my liking. Parking is not good here, but the municipal garage is not too far away. The jury is still out on this one....
(3)
Mark C.
Really....2 stars indeed...and that's only for the beer selection and TVs. The food is downright awful. We ate there after coming back from the Blackhawks Stanley Cup parade. The place was pretty empty. Our waitress looked absolutely disinterested in servicing my family....she looked bored and uninterested....whatever. The food is where everything goes south. I'm not a fan of Roundheads pizza...I know they have a big following in DG, but to me it's fair at best. So we ordered sandwiches, fish tacos, and nachos. All the food was barely average, poor at worst. And here's a health tip: if you have any sodium restrictions, don't eat here....the food is so over salted it's ridiculous. My fish tacos were drenched in salt/msg......downright nasty. Shame that DG has another dud restaurant...maybe that building is just snakebit?
(2)
Dar Q.
Great thin crust pizza and a sports bar atmosphere. Wings are pretty good too. A new favorite
(5)
Kathy V.
They are a great family business and really nice people. Our LODGE group had a party there in the beer garden, I was so pleasantly surprised how great the food was. the pasta was cooked to perfection, the salad was great and of course they make great pizza, it is the Nagy family. I'm glad they finally came to downtown Downers.
(5)
Katie K.
I went to Another Round for the first time on a Saturday night around 7:30. I have visited and enjoyed the other two Roundheads Pizza locations, so I was excited to go to their newest restaurant. It was very crowded for being 7:30 at night, and some people were waiting for tables. We luckily didn't have to wait long and was seated quickly. The space is a bar with large TV. It seemed like a good place to watch a game. What disappointed me the most from my visit was the food. We ordered for an appetizer the dough balls (fried pizza dough balls served with pizza sauce for dipping). We have gotten them at their other restaurants and like them, but here they came out overdone (hard and dry). Next we got a large pizza. I thought that the crust seemed overcooked and otherwise off from what I usually expect. I don't know if it was the crowd and the kitchen was not paying attention to the food as much as they should, but the food was not up to caliber with the other Roundheads in the area. I would not go back to Another Round for a usual night out because of the overcooked food combined with the loud atmosphere for the bar. Stick with Roundheads instead for lunch or dinner. The space does have windows that open up in the summer, so I think it would be a better place if you are looking to watch a game, or to sit by almost outside in the summer and enjoy a drink.
(2)
kathy b.
great comfy place for a bar. nachos were great bar nachos good martinis lots of tvs open air (weather permiting of course) pretty much everything i want in a bar. in its own catagory 5 stars for being just what it's suppose to be - a bar with great bar food!
(5)
Jeff L.
Have been to Another Round several times with groups of 4 -16. Good sports bar atmosphere, nice beer selection, and good drinks. Food is OK to good depending on what you order. Selection is limited as this is more a bar than restaurant. Service is a problem and varies from pretty good to pretty bad. Prices are quite reasonable which makes above all acceptable.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Loud Music : Background Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : No Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat Coat Check : No Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Katherine P.
Eh
(1)Lissa E.
I probably go to Another Round about once a month with friends and family. My family and I enjoy the pizza, shrimp tacos, wings, and great beer selection. The pizza is perfectly cooked with great ingredients. I always enjoy adding my own toppings but you can also order their own specialty pizzas. Recently, the bummer is that they changed out their fries. They used to be the skin on deliciously flavored fries and now they are boring and bland. Restaurant staff are friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is very laid back and very fun to watch sporting events...especially the Blackhawks! I would definitely recommend another round to anyone looking for a casual sports bar style dinner.
(4)Anna L.
Awesome place to watch a Hawks game. They apparently are an "Official Blackhawks" bar. They even show the cool opening that you only get to see while at the game. They have a horn for all of the goals and of course.. THE SONG! The food is pretty good. I had a buffalo chicken wrap with was perfectly sauced. Others in our group had fried pickles, tacos, mini burgers, wings and a salad. They have a variety of different foods and appetizers. It was a very busy night, of course, because of the Hawks game... and the waitress really tried to accommodate us as much as possible. She was really nice.. wish I could remember her name. If anyone from Another Round is reading this, we sat at the tables directly right next to what seems to be a VIP area with couches.. directly in front of the big tv. She even helped us with suggestions for shots. Id definitely go again.
(4)Minh-An C.
I went here for a first date to grab some drinks and this place is pretty legit. On a Friday, it was pretty packed and there are a lot of big parties hanging out and enjoying all the big screen TVs around the bars. There are lots of tables and chairs for you to easily assemble a big party. The waitress was very attentive even though it was a busy night. For four drinks (3 mixed drinks and a beer), we paid a total of $27 after tax and tip. I really enjoyed the moscow mule drink that came in the copper tin cup. My date's manhattan was pretty strong! Lots of TV here so it's a great place to go and catch the game. Free parking all around town.
(3)Jason S.
It is okay. Nothing special but nothing negative either. It is just a "place." There isn't really any atmosphere that jumps out at you but at least the place is clean. Food is fine; very similar to the Round Family's other restaurant; "Round heads" on 63rd St. Drink prices are higher than Round heads too. To be honest; I would rather just go to Round heads now that I think about it.
(3)Maksymilian S.
Pretty much the best bar in downtown Downers Grove. I really like that they have fried pickles and other unique appetizers. The pizza is always awesome, just like at Round Heads. The beer selection is always good and the staff is very friendly and helpful. They serve food pretty late even on Sunday nights! Overall a great place to grab a beer and some food.
(4)Nick G.
Fun bar always packed if you're going out for drinks or watch sports they have plenty of TV's. No sound, and when its crowded it can definitely get loud, probably one of the busiest bars in downers grove
(4)Tiffany P.
This is a nice, big bar, good for groups. I love all of the TV's they have for watching NFL or the Hawks. There's not a bad seat in the house. Drink specials are okay. When I went last Sunday, they had Bloody Marys for $5.50. I ordered boneless wings for $9.95. When they came out, there were 10 small wings- that's $1 per wing! When I told the bartender I was dissappointed, he rectified it and brought out a new, bigger order. Great customer service to make me a happy camper! I give this place 3 stars because they have everything you want for a sports bar, although prices are slightly high overall. I probably won't order food again. If you don't have a specific place to go to, but you want to do something, I would suggest to go here. Another Round is pretty agreeable for all parties.
(3)Patrick K.
Great place to catch a game and grab a beer. Great atmosphere, friendly servers, and a great variety of food and drinks. Another plus is that they are an official Blackhawks bar so you get the sound during the game and the goal horn when they score!
(5)Mark K.
Got seated quickly but the service was slow And the waitress was absent most of the time. Food was ok nothing that I would run back for quickly. Pricing was fair for bar food and drinks. The last thing I would like to review is the bathroom. The floor was slippery and the rooms where not as clean as they should be. This was on a Friday night during the car show, so maybe they where changing car oil and cleaning up in the restroom.
(3)Jennifer F.
You want to catch the hawks and have an awesome experience even though you are not at the game; go here! Fabulous time and fun sports bar.
(5)K J.
I went here last night for my 21st birthday - and if the bar down the street hadn't had a band, my group would have left. I have a legal and valid Illinois drivers license that happens to be in a vertical orientation. When I showed the waitress, she first gave me all kinds of attitude about them "not accepting these ID's - you better get it changed", etc etc, finally she "pulled some strings" and allowed me to order a drink. Management does not seem to know what to do with legal forms of identification - take your 21st parties somewhere else so you don't have to deal with them!!
(1)J M.
Still love it here, but the service has gotten a little spotty lately. I'm not sure what changed, but perhaps not enough servers? I will say that every time I see someone taking names at the host stand with the iPad, it's not a good sign--it usually means long wait and they mess up the list almost every time.
(3)Jennifer S.
Great restaurant, atmosphere, and food. Great place to watch a Hawks game. I go there all the time when I'm in town with my boyfriend Ryan and used to go there all the time when living there! GO HAWKS!
(5)Jeff O.
Absolutely love this bar. It's walking distance from my house and is the perfect place to watch any sporting event. I'm here all the time during football season.
(5)Karen M.
We'd been in here once before for drinks with friends. I remembered it as being packed with enthusiastic fans and a fog horn going off every time the Blackhawks scored. So when the hubby and I found ourselves in downtown Downers Grove right before the Blackhawks played the Calgary Flames, we dropped in again. Good decision! This place is the quintessential sports bar! A billion big-screen TVs, plenty of seating (with fold-out walls to open up other areas when the place gets crowded and an outdoor patio for nice weather,) a surprisingly good menu (great spicy shrimp tacos), and a friendly, attentive waitress named Melissa who actually knew and liked good beer! Speaking of the beer list here, the selection is not very large and it consists of a lot of crappy beers because most sports fans don't know what good beer is. However, this place is smart enough to also carry some premium brews like Guinness and Sam Adams, and a few selections from craft breweries like Two Brothers. So there's something for everyone. My husband had them mix up a "Black and Bock" - a mixture of Guinness and Shiner Bock. We had no wait for a table or service, but this was on a Tuesday night. It's probably a different story on week-ends when it's packed. And yes, they did blow the fog horn (and played "Chelsea Dagger") whenever the Hawks scored!
(4)Hayden C.
Another Round is a great local hot spot in the downtown Downer's Grove area. It is an official Blackhawk's Bar with the horn to boot. So be prepared when the Hawks score. The food is typical bar food but its above the quality from usual watering holes. I have had italian beef, sausage, and even their crazy mac and cheese dish. All have been above average. They have a decent beer selection and a full bar as well. Staff is friendly and helpful, I would recommend this location to anyone in the area.
(4)Isadore C.
I swing by a few nights every week after riding the metra home from work.... Good drink specials.... Great burgers and wings.... Polite & attentive bartenders.... Crowd varies from the after work crowd unwinding, to yuppies fishing for love, to older couples enjoying a drink and on big game nights it's a packed house! All in all a tucked away gem!
(5)Pete R.
Great neighborhood bar for watching a game or getting together with friends and family. Nice busy environment but still received very attentative service. Better than Avg Beer menu with plenty of craft options and seasonal specials. But the high rating is truly about the food and the menu. This is a sports bar first and foremost on appearance, but the food offerings and menu make this a sports bar on steroids for good food. There are not too many bars I go to where I actually comment that I need to come back to try other food items. Make no mistake...it's all good greasy, cheesy, meaty bar food, but they go above and beyond than your typical sports bar wings, burgers, and pizza.
(5)Elle W.
The food here is amazing! Honestly way better than most bar and grills. The service can be slow at times, but the staff is usually always awesome about it. If you haven't been here before, I definitely recommend it!
(5)Candice G.
I was going to round up and go a 4, but to be honest, the food was a solid 3.4 and the 30 minutes it took to between receiving the check and getting it back to sign left my entire group more than a little nonplussed. Everything took sooo long to come out, and and by the time our server checked on us were already ready to to skedaddle. The appetizers are all heavily fried and pretty sub-par and though my spicy shrimp tacos were genuinely pretty solid, the 99 cent extra charge for dried out, hard-as-a-hammer tots was not justifiable. As with most menus based upon the presence of a fryer in the restaurant, we all left feeling heavy, tired, and annoyed that we had to wait so incredibly long for our food, drinks, checks, and server. Another round might be a decent place to stop for some drinks and food, but if you plan on doing things with your day beyond beyond waiting for someone who's supposed to be waiting on you, maybe skip it and look elsewhere.
(3)Katie L.
This is a great bar for downtown Downers. I only wish it was easier for me to get there from Aurora! Good drink selection and very delicious and unique menu items! We enjoyed an appetizer sampler, where you could choose which 3 or 4 apps you wanted (nice touch), an Italian beef quesadilla and a bagel burger. All was very yummy!
(4)Kevin S.
Fun local bar to gather with friends and watch favorite sports events. They have tons of TVs and multiple huge protectionscreens tomake youfeel likeyou areat thegame. The best is watching Hawks with their train whistle when Hawks score. They also have a nice outdoor eating area to enjoy the weather we have all been waiting for.
(5)Jen W.
Surprisingly good food for a sports bar! My husband and I started with an above average spinach dip and I had the bagel burger-delicious! Hubby had the pot roast dinner.... Very risky at a sports bar but he loved it! Atmosphere is about what you'd expect.... Dark colors that almost make you feel like you're in someone's man cave and tons of tvs playing every imaginable game! Service was decent. Very friendly hostesses who told us that they were quoting 15 minutes for a party of 2 but that it 'looked like a couple tables were wrapping up' and so it could be less. Low and behold, we were sitting down 6 minutes later. They also have a very cool notification system where they text you when your table is ready... I'm sure that's great for summer nights if you want to stroll while you wait. Waitress was polite and prompt albeit seemed a bit frazzled. Understandable though-seemed like a busy night. We will be back.
(4)Bruce M.
The PERFECT neighborhood bar. TONS of TV's, fantastic U-shaped bar, really good food (try the Italian Beef Quesadilla and the Chipotle Chicken Salad), walking distance from most Downers Grove neighborhoods, and a ton of parking on Main Street if you're driving. And Juile and her friends behind the bar always remember what I drink when I walk in! AR has replaced several other establishments as THE bar in Downers Grove!
(5)Suzanne Z.
Friendly staff, large place, decent food. Would go back but I don't remember much about it that gives it a wow factor. It's pretty ordinary but it will get the job done for a fun time out!
(3)Renita M.
A good choice for a night spent watching sports with friends, or for solid bar food. We'd been to sister restaurant Roundhead and I thought it was just ok, but I was actually a bit more impressed with Another Round. We met a few people on a Friday to watch some March madness and eat and drink. The wait was about 20 minutes at 6:30 which is better than expected. We grabbed a first round at the bar, and got seated halfway through our drinks. Our waitress handled the busy night and our many rounds of orders well. We shared some pot roast waffle fry nachos, which were quite good. The pot roast was juicy and tender and made my husband say "we really need to eat pot roast more often." Continuing on the pot roast theme, I had pot roast sliders, a simple affair of meat, a slice of cheese and tiny pretzel rolls. Adorable and more filling than you might think. A side of tots rounded out my oh-so-healthy dinner. The rest of the table had various sandwiches, pizza, and for one paleo-loving dieter, a plate of veggies - which they were happy to accommodate. The beer list is decent, if not completely outstanding; they do have some good local brews and a few craft choices. The waitress took great care of us, the atmosphere was a lot of fun for watching basketball, and I wouldn't hesitate to come back to hang out with friends.
(4)Kristin M.
If you want to be a sports bar, be a sports bar - post enough waitresses and cooks for all NFL games. If you want to be a BEARS BAR and only take care of customers during Bears games, then own it. I got major attitude from the bartender when I asked her to change one of the TVs (when the bar was half empty and one side closed and there wasn't even a Bears game on). Then it takes over 50 minutes to receive our order (simple nachos). We left before they even arrived. The service here has steadily gone down hill for football season. I'll be watching our games at Brickhouse or Shanahan's. It's a shame. We've been watching football games here almost every Sunday for four or five years.
(2)Jim H.
Went there with a bunch of friends last nite. I had the chicken tacos. They sucked. Bland even with the sauce. The side of rice was excellent. My buddy had baked mostacolli ( sp) which he said was excellent. Wife had the pot roast sliders - I sampled one and it was great, Good ambience, lots of tv s ( turn down the sound esp. during commercials!) otherwise a decent watering hole with decent food. Good service and great beer selection.
(3)Christine S.
Another Round is a great place for a late night meal. There's not many other places with good food in Downers Grove that are open until 1 am during the week. They have a lot of options on their menu, it isn't strictly pizza. Service can be very slow, especially when it's busy. The pizza is good and filling. I would recommend coming here, especially if you're looking for a sit-down meal past 10 pm on a weeknight.
(4)Donna W.
If you are like me and order fish tacos any time you see them on a menu then this is the place you want to have them. They are so delicious. They have just enough spice, and you get three rather large tacos with a side of yellow rice. The only problem is that it makes it hard to order anything else when I go there. Kids love the pizza too!
(5)Roger G.
Friendly bartender. Staff seems to like each other. Owners of any restaurant, if you're reading this, know that we notice and appreciate harmony amongst your people. My burger was awesome. Great beer selection. 80's guitar rock jammin on the sound system. My only less than stellar comment is one of personal preference. Either the bar is slightly too high or the bar stools are slightly too low. Other than that it's a five. I'll be back.
(4)Kit A.
This sports bar is good for a drink after work... or catching up with the entire city of Downers Grove! In 1 night I saw people from grade school, high school and college, which I was not expecting and almost made me think twice about coming to this place again. The place is nice enough, but almost too well lit for late at night. The chicken quesadillas are absolutely delicious and I like that they actually have Two Brother's beer on tap. It's very laid back and the crowd is fairly mixed between old and young. Of course I only came here on a Friday night, but I would like to see what they offer on weekends.
(3)Devon W.
This place screams suburban sports bar. My friend and I were headed to the midnight showing of the Blues Brothers at the Tivoli and stopped in because it was one of those places that is open late and still serves food... delicious, potroasty, food. Their big claim to fame (in suburban circles) is their plate of pot roast fries. I had heard tales of these mythical fries and was pretty pumped to push nutrition aside in a moment of meaty whimsy. This dish is not for the faint of heart (seriously, if you have high blood pressure... ask your dr. first). Pot roast fries are composed of a GIANT bowl/plate of waffle fries, layered with cheddar cheese (not the 'sauce'), blue cheese, tomatoes, onions, and topped with giant chunks of tender, fall-apart-in-your-mouth, homemade pot roast. They are a delicious and shameful food choice... but one you should make at least once! The rest of the menu was mediocre. Good enough, but nothing special. The waitress was very pleasant, present, and was quick to refresh our drinks. Drink menu was reasonably varied for the environment and had a range of beers beyond the typical bro-brew. Overall: Pot roast fries - 4.5, other food - 3, service - 4, general environment - 2 (unless you like sports bars, in which case it might be a 4)
(3)Brian R.
Last time dinning at this establishment after a few bad experiences. This last visit was the icing on the cake. Service was good, food has always been mediocre, management abrasive. I tried to redeem an expired Groupon (for the amount paid) and was told they don't honor them even after I showed them the terms and conditions that explained the promotional value may have expired, but the paid value ($10) is to be honored by the merchant. I was told to get a refund directly through Groupon, which is not what is outlined in their terms and conditions. At this point it's more about principal than the actual dollar value. His lack of managerial experience has clearly clouded his better judgment. He'd rather lose a customer and receive a bad review than honor the terms. Had the manager simply apologized, which never once occurred, we may have gone back for a drink from time to time. Sadly, that is no longer the case.
(1)Ashley M.
Best pizza in DG! And surprisingly very family friendly. Bring our 2 yr old there all the time. Great atmosphere, even of you're not a sports fanatic.
(5)Rosanna L.
Came here during lunch time and it was pretty empty, but definitely seems like a great place to go during game times with the high tops and TVs they have! The server was extremely friendly and helpful with recommending items. Three of us shared the Pot Roast Waffle Fry Nachos hmmMmmmm this was a delicious mix of waffle fries, cheese, tomatos, onions, blue cheese, and pot roast, however, I would of went with sour cream instead of blue cheese and it would of been even better if the pot roast wasn't dry. I got the Parmesan crusted grill cheese w/ bacon and a side of sweet potato fries. Not a bad dish, but the cheese does lack the creaminess of American cheese. The fries were bomb diggity. My co-workers enjoyed their BLT and skinny chicken tenders. Overall, not a bad meal, but they do have a lot of other dishes I want to try!
(3)Brad W.
My girlfriend lives in downers and introduced me to this place. When I heard her mutter "pot roast nachos" she caught my attention, when we went and had them it was love at first bite. If your looking for something different to eat with your beer, give them a try. The pot roast actually tastes like tender, flavorful beef, not salty brown gravy. I had the shrimp tacos for my entree. They were decent, but nothing worth raving over. My next trip was for carry out, that time I opted for the pot roast sliders. After my wonderful experience with the nachos, these were on my must try list. One word for you, YUM! If you love pot roast, check these tasty little guys out. Few bars offer such an extensive menu like this place. If you ever find yourself and a few friends bickering about what everyone is in the mood for, check this place out, odds are you will all leave satisfied.
(4)Emily S.
Another Round is great to meet up with friends and have a drink. Their food is pretty spectacular too. I got their mushroom and swiss burger, and it was great! But honestly, what made the burger great was the bun that it was on. The bread was so delicious!
(4)Tobin h.
If there was a hotel within walking distance I'd seriously book a room for a Friday hockey/Hawks playoff game (and I'm a Wings fan) just to be here watching without worrying who had to drive home. The atmosphere here is outstanding for sports and the food well above average with great pricing. The wings, burgers, beer selection, and value make this place a go to destination anytime you in the downtown Downers area.
(4)Ray T.
Just another sports bar and grill. Actually, it's a pretty good one from what we could see. There are plenty of TV's and tables that can handle a good-sized crowd on a game day. But, we didn't come for the sports, just the food. We arrived on a Friday just before the dinner rush, which in the summer, can be a busy day with the classic car show bringing a lot of traffic, auto and pedestrian, to Main Street. We seated ourselves and were quickly served. Service was quick and friendly. We ordered the Fish and Chips with a side salad and beer, and the Slow Simmered Pot Roast with a side salad, garlic toast and beer. The wife said that the fish and chips were quite tasty, crisp, not overdone. The pot roast comes with steamed broccoli, mashed potatoes and crispy onion strings. Let;s say that you need to bring you appetite with you if you get the pot roast, An alternative is a doggy bag, but what's the fun in that. The chunk of pot roast is large as is the serving of mashed potatoes. Very filling. Very good. I took no doggy bag home. I prefer the broccoli less steamed, but it was okay. I refuse to eat broccoli that is ruined by being sauced too death. The broccoli here was not. The onion strings were crispy, at least some of them, for a short while. They were put on top of the mashed potatoes, then covered in brown gravy. I would have liked the onion strings better had they not been soaked in gravy, which was pretty good in itself. The salads were okay, nothing special, but decent. The garlic toast, just so-so, not all that crispy as toast should be. The prices are very reasonable. The beer selection is very good. The location on Main St. is good, Street parking is a pain to find, but there is a good-sized parking garage about a block away. Yes. This is a good place to eat and one to come back to.
(3)Catherine P.
This is a fun place. Total sports bar, big screens included and lounge area with couches to boot! Very clean for a bar and service is great!! We had their pizza. Not bad for a bar at all! Pretty good slice. Sausage was Chicago style which I appreciated and it was more on the well done size with browned cheese which is exactly how I prefer my pizza. Good job, Another Round!! The drinks are not badly priced and there is PLENTY of seating!!! They have a secret bar area that unless the walls are open or you have a private party in there, you wouldn't know it's there. Clean restrooms and a patio area for you smokers out there! Definitely somewhere I would head out to again for a sporting event or to meet friends out this way.
(4)Angela P.
I like Roundheads better. This place gets a little too crowded on the weekends. But the menu is slightly different, and the food is fantastic. Try the Jacked Up Mac if you like macaroni and cheese, spiciness, or cheese in general. My friends are fans of their italian beef and, again, the pizza. If you have a big group, you might have to wait for a table. And again, the drink specials aren't that great unless you're looking to have a beer. Some of the servers here can be a little aloof, but most of the time it's just because they're extremely busy.
(4)Brandy W.
Frustrating. The food was mostly good, but not worthy of my return. Because honestly, it took forever for the food to come. We got there at 11:30. Two people, when they opened. ONE other table was there when we arrived. Two tables in the whole joint. We ordered chili dip, two grilled cheese sandwiches (add tomato) with BBQ sauce and honey mustard to dip the fries. All together, nothing fancy. Over 30 minutes later, no food. We didn't order steaks. Nothing that really needed to be cooked longer than 5 minutes total, really. The service was TERRIBLE. I never complain about service and rant and rave about how the food quality matters more. Well, it does... but when your food takes forever, it does matter. Especially when ordering grilled cheese. We didn't get out until 12:30 (and were then in a huge hurry) and we ordered grilled cheese, had to get up for the bill, and nearly walk in the kitchen just to get a box. The chili dip was gross. A slab of whipped cream cheese on the bottom of a bowl with a cup of chili on top. Really lame. The waitress lied about things taking so long because the cook forgot to fry the chips. We received BAGGED chips. Liar. Admit you just forgot, thanks. The grilled cheese was good, but we never received any dipping sauces and no tomato inside. Is that too much to ask? We only had waters... so the food was all! Won't be back because although the grilled cheese was good and crusted with yummy parmesan, it wasn't worth the wait or missing out on what we really wanted to eat-- properly.
(3)April P.
My friend and I went here for the first time the other night. Holy smokes! I swear, our bartender's biceps were the same size as his head! So, either he had a really tiny head, or really gigantic biceps! I couldn't tell which anymore after looking at him for too long. Besides having massive biceps (or possibly a tiny head), he was also a great bartender! My friend and I were ordering really obscure mixtures of things, and he went along with all of them! He humored us all the way : ) Anyway. This place was a blast. There was a blackhawks game on and the place was packed with crazy blackhawks fans. It was so much fun! Every time they scored a goal, the bar would explode and then a large fog horn would sound. We didn't want to leave, but we had to to catch our train. Also, the food looked and smelled delicious. I can't wait to go back and try it sometime. We'll be back soon! P.S. I noticed they were playing Postal Service at one point. Right? A sports bar was playing... postal service. Why would anyone not want to go here? P.P.S. no pun intended on the prior 'P.S.'
(5)Andy M.
A great looking place for watching a hockey or football game. As far as the service that is another story. The bar had too many dudes and is definitely a bro bar. The food looked pretty decent and their kitchen helped seemed to be working much harder than the other staff. You can watch a TV screen from anywhere in the bar and this is only reason I give it four stars.
(4)Steve W.
Great food, drinks, and atmosphere. Plenty of TVs for the games. You can come here with your buddies and hang out at the bar or bring your family/kids for a reasonable priced dinner. Great place to eat and/or drink. The bar is too tall though. Not the most comfortable bar to sit at.
(4)Derek M.
We waited for ten minutes at the sign that said please wait to be seated. Finally greeted by a hostess and she says first come first serve. Rude people. We didn't even get one round much less another round.
(1)Elliott D.
When work is over for the day and my family is looking to meet up for a quick appetizer, a beer, and some catch up, this is one of our go to places. I've never actually eaten a full meal here so I can't necessarily speak to that experience. However, they have a great variety of appetizers and all of them are pretty decent. They're nothing special but they provide a nice quick bite with a satisfying flavor. Also, they have a decent number of beers on tap, everything at a reasonable price. If you're looking for an after work drink and an appetizer, this place is a good one for you.
(3)Dana G.
You know that person you don't know if you like, but can't figure out why? That's what I felt when I came here for the second time. I remember coming here, but I can't recall any details. I knew that wasn't a good thing. The main reason that brought us here was their indoor patio-ish seating. Its a nice view and you get an outdoor seating feel, indoors. Definitely a selling point and a reason I would return. How do you feck up fried food?? We ordered the fried platter because we were feeling particularly fatty this afternoon. The fried mushrooms were cold on the inside. Some even still frozen. Funny, because it took forever to get our food. I also ordered the Parmesan grilled cheese. They were out of white bread, but offered to make it on wheat. I would rather have it on wheat, so I didn't mind. It also tasted amazing reheated. It took even longer to get the check. Half of us had to wait in the car because our parking limit was almost up. The service was slow, but friendly. The menu was large but sub-par. Not amazing, but OK. 3 stars.
(3)Osiris V.
I've been finding that Downers Grove is a happening place and I should visit more often. I loved the atmosphere and the selection of beer at this place. It reminded me of a downtown bar with the windows opening up to the street. This would be a nice place to sit and watch a game! There is a small area in the back that you can reserve for a small get together and the bar itself is pretty big. Between 4 of us we ordered a burger, steak skewers, mini Italian beef sandwiches and some chicken in sauce. All were tasty. Oh and we also had fried pickles as an appetizer, yum.
(4)Megan S.
Awesome location and a great atmosphere. The first time I tried cheese curds was here, and they were fantastic. They are always so accommodating for large groups and they definitely have a large selection of drinks.
(5)Sara M.
Another Round rocks!! We recently brought a bar crawl through there for my 21st. Food was great, bartenders were quick and the drinks were reasonable. We even made bar friends here, it had a great atmosphere to boot! One bartender bought me a shot for my 21st birthday- a blueberry pancake...suggested by my new bar friends, it was awesome! I also had something called a Junebug which was rockin'. The bartenders were all really friendly and we ditched our tables to go chat with them. I'm sure I will be back soon!
(5)Erik H.
Stop #2 on the St. Patrick's Day 2012 Pub Crawl. Another Round was definitely lively and exciting, with exceptionally large screens each showing a different "the game," but I could tell it was also particularly bro-filled. I'm not sure what gave me that impression, really; oh wait yes I am. It was a combination of the Miller Lites being sold at the door, the guy grabbing our waitress's ass and the private lounge right behind the DJ booth (?) with one person sitting in it. Service was slow and the beer selection wasn't particularly impressive, but I enjoyed myself despite all this. I can't decide if I would like this place more or less if it weren't St. Patrick's Day, but I guess it doesn't matter since it's not really my kind of hangout and I don't think I'll be returning. Off to the next bar!
(3)Katherine B.
Finally managed to get in here. The appetizers were meh but the pizza was really good. Had to wait for a table for a while and had to kind of fight about how long we were there for compared to this other person who just decided to seat herself and her whole family even though she just walked in (rude!) but besides that everything was pretty good.
(4)Kara Z.
I've eaten here twice. The service is friendly but not very attentive. It is very loud in the restaurant- don't go here planning to have much of a conversation. It has a fun atmosphere especially if you're into sports. The menu is awesome and the food is pretty good (but unfortunately not as good as it sounds). I tried the pot roast bites the first time and a chopped salad the second time. I do really like their fried pickles- they are better here than many places. The pizza dough bites were disappointing. Parking is challenging. Overall, it won't be a place I visit often but it's worth a visit.
(3)Sarah R.
Every time we go here we enjoy ourselves. St. Patty's Day was no exception! I had plans with my dad and the Hubby to come to their St. Patty's Day brunch. Unfortunately the Hubby got called into work and had to miss it, but my dad and I still went. I thought they had a great variety of breakfast and traditional Irish food. Everything tasted great. Plus we had our A.M. Ale of green beer. Since St. Patty's Day will be on a Sunday next year I hope they do it again. And if they do you know where you'll find me that morning!
(5)Alex A.
Typical run-of-the mill bar, and our waitress gave us attitude the entire time. If you're into Golden Tee, you can maybe put this place somewhere toward the middle or end of your list.
(2)Sandra C.
My husband and I go to Another Round quite often for the great thin pizza but every time we visit we've notice more and more kids running around in the bar area. I don't understand why parents would bring small kids to a loud sports bar geared towards adults. If these parents can't keep their kids out of this place, then maybe management should only allow kids up to 8 pm or keep families on one side of the place and adults only in the bar area. Chuckie Cheese and Enchanted Castle is the place to take the kids for pizza not a sports bar.
(5)J M.
Horrible service!! The bartender wanted nothing to do with our group and ignored us for the majority of the night. We finally got the attention of the other bartender to refill our drinks and I swear he rolled his eyes at us. After our food finally arrived (almost 30 minutes for wings? Come on!), we had to ask for plates and napkins from the guy who was doing the dishes behind the bar. With all the other options in downtown DG, I won't be returning. I'm sure the other bars/restaurants in town treat their customers with respect.
(1)Natalie F.
This is defiantly a total sports bar. Love it! Huge screens all over the place. I like the atmosphere. We walked in and went straight to the bar. There was no way we were going to get a table. It was packed which is a good sign. $5.00 drink specials the day we went in which was nice. They had some friendly/chatty bartenders working too. I ordered the Chicken Caesar Salad (large) and it was really good. My BF ordered the Skinny Strips. Those looked so good. It was nice to see something on the menu I/we could actually eat! I wish more bars would have more apps/dinners for the carb watchers. This places does! They even have a veggie and dip option. Come on almost all bars/restaurants only do dips and chips and if you ask for veggies instead they charge you an arm and a leg sooooo this was a PLUS in my books! Thanks Another Round! I will defiantly head back there when I am in the area. CHEERS!
(4)Patrick E.
I enjoyed going to Roundheads, but I LOVE coming here. Why? Simple; they do 'sports bar' exactly right. Their pizza is seriously among THE BEST I've ever had from any sports bar anywhere on the planet. Its not as good as Gino's East, nor Giordanos' or Edwardo's or Barnabys or Art of Pizza, but it IS delicious and holds up well as leftovers too. Warning: I've only ordered thin crust here as I'm not ready to take the big boy step into thick or pan pizza at any sports bar. Imagine Palermo's thin crust, but without all the sugar in the sauce.... yeah, now you get it. As for the sports: Holy cow, I thought I was in a Best Buy/Circuit City! Not a good place for a date unless your date is boring and/or they're a sports fan as well because you cannot help but watch the TVs while you're there. As a bonus, the bar area is open and when they get filled up, they 'open the walls' to the other rooms as needed and this is a brilliant idea that I wish every other sports or nightclub would do. Oh, and although I live in Cook County, I enjoy a nice drive out here to meet friends and hang here, and with the FREE parking the garage just behind the bar. What's not to like?
(5)Tina H.
Not a bad bar. We were there on a friday night during Downers summer classic car show series so downtown was packed. We got a seat at the bar right away and ordered the Lagunitas IPA draft. 5 stars for having my favorite beer. Service was slow and we had the spinach dip and my boyfriend had the sliders. Typical bar food kinda hum drum and flavorless. We like Emmets better for service and food.
(2)Scott W.
Very unclean! And the management and staff are very unreceptive. My husband and I were there and sat in and almost slipped on a disgusting mess of wet chairs and floor. Clearly the staff and management are too busy or uncaring to check chairs and tables before patrons come in. I walked in, and sat on (and set my very expensive leather purse on) a disgustingly wet and sticky seat. When I asked to speak to a manager, I was presented with a barely sympathetic representative. Shame on Another Round and their uncaring and unattetive staff. We used to be regular customers, but not anymore. I will certainly not recommend or speak highly of this establishment. Very low class.
(1)Lisa H.
We went here tonight for my husband's birthday. We had a great experience we had 9 total but everyone came separate and not at the same time. It was 7:30 on a Sat. and it wasn't too busy when we got there there was plenty of space to hold seats for all 9 of us. Our waitress was excellent and not pushy when we didn't order food right away. We did have to move to another table because they needed our space for a private party. We had cheese curds, and the pot roast nachos to start and both were delicious. For dinner everyone had sandwich's or burgers and everything was finished. We drank a lot of tall beer $6 for craft and cheaper for domestics. Total for 9 dinners, 2 appetizers, and a lot of beer our bill was about $258 or $35 a person with the tip. We were there from 7:30-11pm so we thought this was a great deal. Realizing that each night is different I have to say we had excellent service we never were without drinks and she didn't have to ask what we were drinking she just replaced them and it was always correct. We will definitely go back probably on a Friday when the special is $4 23oz Sam Adams Seasonal.
(5)Samantha K.
Two stars people? Really? I love coming here. The service, the drinks, and the atmosphere is perfect in my book. The waitresses are really nice and are always there when you need them. The bartenders make the drinks perfectly. As always, I get my diet and vanilla vodka. It was strong and priced reasonably. There are a bajillion TVs and tables to sit at. I only come here when there are big games on. I work at a bar and I'll admit that I get pretty jealous when I see how packed this place gets. Their beer selection is good. I was surprised that they offer so many beers that other bars nearby don't. Woo! The food menu is pretty extensive. They offer a variety of pizza options, pasta, salads, and sandwiches! I shared a pizza with a friend and loved it. It was thin and crispy. A bit oily, but what's a good pizza without grease? Service was good for a packed place. Drinks were filled right when we needed. I'll be at Another Round all Summer. :)
(4)John G.
Decent bar in a pretty trendy little neighborhood. Nice bartenders, good size bar.
(4)Coli S.
I love this place. It has a great laid back atmosphere but with a good mesh of people there to hang out or for a night out. It is bar food, but not your typical kind. They out a twist on much of their menu and specials everyday of the week! It you are looking for a clean, fun sports bar with a nice crowd and a wide variety of food, then CHECK THIS PLACE OUT!
(5)Marlene W.
Stopped in here last week for the first time. I was impressed by the extensive quirky menu, they have a little bit of everything and a lot of it's unusual dishes. I opted for the pot roast and was happy I did - it came with broccoli and mashed potatoes with thin crispy onion rings on top and the portion was huge, especially the pot roast. It was delicious and took some home in container for lunch the next day. A little dark in there didnt really stick around because was eating quickly before an art class but will check it out again because it's worth ordering from that menu again.
(4)Joe R.
A group of us went to Another Round in Downers Grove for the first time earlier this week. This bar opened in the space previously occupied by Stillwater and is a welcome addition to the DG bar scene. The space has been opened up from its previous incarnation and TV's are a plenty all around. My wife and I shared the tasty boneless buffalo wing appetizer while all of us enjoyed a cold beverage from the bar. The beer selection was not huge, but the options that were there were all very stellar (any place that serves Arrogant Bastard is a winner in my book). For dinner, there were a variety of sandwich, wrap, tacos and other options to choose from. I had way more than one I wanted and that is always a good sign. We will definitely be heading back sometime soon for another round at Another Round.
(4)Edward M.
Food is just ok but a great place to watch a game at. Place is clean and a friendly local bar to grab drinks at.
(3)Chi G.
I really enjoy watching hockey games here! Great beer selection :)
(4)Dan R.
Another Round is another location of Roundheads and the Nagy family. If you like Roundheads you will like Another Round. Food is good. Service varies with how crowded they are which is a shame because they have really nice and likeable staff. When they are busy the staff has no time to shine. It's a good place to go with a group or to watch a game. Probably the best restaurant in downtown Downers which, unfortunately, isn't saying too much. Westmont and Naperville have some great places. Downers Grove? Meh!
(3)Kelly B.
great for drinks and snacks, never had a meal here but appetizers are good. The french fries with cheese and bacon are AWESOME. The prices are fair and the service is good. its always cold in there tho. The patio is great in the summer especially if you're a smoker, you can bring your drink outside and have a smoke. Its a nice place to get together with friends. But if youre from the downers grove area, expect to partially experience a highschool reunion. Only downside is no dance floor, if they did have one I would visit more often! Great for watching the games
(4)Paul K.
This is by far my favorite sports bar and the best thing is that it is close to my house! The food is as good as it gets and the drinks are resonably priced. I was a bar fly at this place when the Hawks were playing in the playoffs. I would get there at 4 for a 7 o'clock game. I love that they have Summer Shandy on tap and this is the place to go if you are in the DG area.
(5)Keri W.
My first draw to try this place out was the pizza, love Roundheads, and when I saw they were the owners, had to try it out! My new draw is the atmosphere! More TV's than you can imagine, not a seat in the place where you cannot see one! A true sports fan haven! Great place to bring your kids or just to hang out without them!! My only wish..is that the front windows opened up to the street for warm summer nights! A fantastic addition to our downtown....hope they last a long time!!!
(4)Tracy A.
I went here for the first time with a friend on a Wednesday night. The food was really good (we ordered fried cheese curds as an appetizer and a pepperoni pizza for our meal). Everything was delicious and the prices were reasonable (our total bill for two people, including an appetizer, a medium pizza, and a lemonade was $26.00 and we had enough pizza left over for us both to take about 6 pieces home). The service was good. Since it's seat yourself there was no wait, and our waitress came over right away and had perfect timing for taking our order, checking on our food, and asking if I wanted a refill. The environment is like that of a typcial sports bar. HUGE televisions and screens all around, there is a bar in the middle of the restaurant, and the place as a whole is very open - it was basically one big room, not a lot of walls, which I really liked. The menu has many options and I think anyone would be able to find something that they like. The only negative thing I experienced was that at around 7:30 they turned up the volume on the TVs (which were showing a hockey game) and it was very loud. I had to speak up just to get my friend to hear me - even though we were sitting at the same table. However, since it IS a sports bar, that should be expected to some extent. I will be going there again, especially when I'm in the mood for pizza or some good bar food :)
(4)Brian M.
Love this place. I'm here about 2 nights a week. Great all around sports bar but not great for socializing. People are way to introverted here and unless you in a click that goes here a lot, your on your own. Pizza is great their other food is very good too. Best place in Chicago to watch the Blackhawks play hands down. What other sports bar in DG even compares??
(3)Jeff K.
The 99 cent bowl of chilly was pretty damn good. It was a proper complement to my beer (I got 312 as always). Unfortunately, I did not like their bloody marry at all. It was quite bland to say the least. The atmosphere of the place was quite nice. Not too loud that I was able to carry out a conversation without straining my voice. I really would have given this place a four star, but the bloody marry really knocked it down a notch.
(3)Jean L.
Always a big fan of Round Heads, I have to say Another Round has outdone themselves with this place. The atmosphere is great for families, friends, and both young and old. It's a little rowdy when there is a big game on, but that is what makes it so much fun! This is like Downers Grove's own Cheers! The staff is friendly and quick and there is food to satisfy everyone. I can't eat gluten, and there is plenty on the menu for me and the rest of my family. The menu is expansive and good!
(5)Steve H.
Nice place. Good pub grub. Friendly service. No relish for burgers and it took a while for food to come when it wasn't really that busy. But good overall
(2)David B.
Exactly what Downtown Downers Grove needed. GREAT place to take the family too or to just hang out with friends while watching DA BEARS. The staff, service and food is excellent. They have so many beers on tap it's difficult to choose. They just started Comedy Tuesday Nights and after attending the first one it is definitely something I'll go back to. It's like having a Zanny's in Downers. The main act was pretty funny!!!! Keep up the good work!!!!
(5)John A.
Boy...did downtown DG need this place. Finally a place to watch football with real pub food. LOTS of TVs...all high-def. Good burgers, wings, beer. My only issue is you have to wade through a sea of smokers to get to the entrance since they can't smoke inside. I'm all for people having the right to smoke (more tax$$$, die sooner - less Social Security)...just wish there was another place to put them.
(4)Michelle Marie R.
Walked down to this establishment to watch a Hawks game. There were about ten of us, not such a large group, they were very accommodating. It was a bit busy (hello it's the Hawks!) but they seemed a bit unorganized. Food was adequate for bar grub and was brought warm and timely. Drinks were great. You can order one of those awesome funky beer taps for you table. I'm just not really a sports bar kinda girl but I think it would satisfy someone is is.
(3)Max C.
Nice to have a place like this in downtown. The service is good and they have a wide variety of drinks. The food is standard bar fair. It's not great but it's not bad, it's A-OK :) I hope they do better than their predecessors
(3)Mick O.
We are big fans of Roundheads and my wife and I have been to Another Round twice before , today we went for lunch with our oldest son . The staff here is very pleasant and are always trying to help . I ordered the steak salad with extra onions and blue cheese , it was very tasty and had a very nice mixture of ingredients . My son ordered a very nice cheeseburger that he really enjoyed . My wife ordered the tilapia and did not really enjoy it . She said it was nothing special , however she said it would not stop her from going back . Just no more tilapia . This is a great place to watch a game or just kick back , kudos to the brothers who work very hard at making there restaurants so great . I recommend them to anybody !
(4)Tiffany S.
My husband and I checked out this new place on a Friday evening. The wait for a table was ~35 minutes. We sat at the bar since we just wanted drinks and an appetizer. It was very busy and a bit noisy. People are checking out the new place. There are lots of big screens. It took a while for our appetizer to come, but we weren't in a hurry. The "round"chetta was good. We'll definitely return to this neighborhood bar & grill and try it out for dinner sometime. Hopefully by then they'll have the drink menu printed out.
(3)Janine N.
What kind of restaurant doesn't plan properly for St. Patrick's Day? Not even 7pm and they're out of corned beef...just not right. Had a drink & left. At least they didn't try to rip me off for a $10 cover like Ballydoyle's though. Probably would try this place again on a non-holiday. Traffic & parking was not good around Downers Grove AT ALL either.
(2)Tammy D.
Great location and set up! We needed a sports bar downtown DG! We love the food and atmosphere. For those that we're annoyed about the music during the Hawks game...stay home! It's a fun bar, if you've ever been to a Hawks game you'd understand! We will be back again and again!
(4)G. L.
Been here a few times so far. The staff is nice and friendly, generally the crowd is a good mix of people, and the food is pretty good. No complaints.
(4)J K.
The food is great, reasonably priced. The beer selection is great. The service is terrible. I had been going on a regular basis and the only time I've had good service is from the bar. The owners on;y seem to be worried about hiring size 2 bimbos and not competent people who have control of their sections. Today was the day I decided I'm not going back. 5+ minutes for drink refills, the wrong food brought out, not being checked on, having to literally get up and search for our server for the check. 10+ minutes to get our change. We're done with it. Sorry....
(3)Jeff M.
This place was needed in downtown Downers Grove, but I wasn't thrilled with my first visit. I'll be back, you can be sure, because DG doesn't have a true sports bar in the downtown area, but I hope it will be a bit better. We waited 10 mins or so to see a menu, and ordered pizza, sliders, wings, and of course beer, with friends. The beer selection is good, and the food was decent, but could be better. Maybe I'm setting the bar too high for bar food (pun intended). The pizza was tasty but I found all the food we had to be a bit to greasy for my liking. Parking is not good here, but the municipal garage is not too far away. The jury is still out on this one....
(3)Mark C.
Really....2 stars indeed...and that's only for the beer selection and TVs. The food is downright awful. We ate there after coming back from the Blackhawks Stanley Cup parade. The place was pretty empty. Our waitress looked absolutely disinterested in servicing my family....she looked bored and uninterested....whatever. The food is where everything goes south. I'm not a fan of Roundheads pizza...I know they have a big following in DG, but to me it's fair at best. So we ordered sandwiches, fish tacos, and nachos. All the food was barely average, poor at worst. And here's a health tip: if you have any sodium restrictions, don't eat here....the food is so over salted it's ridiculous. My fish tacos were drenched in salt/msg......downright nasty. Shame that DG has another dud restaurant...maybe that building is just snakebit?
(2)Dar Q.
Great thin crust pizza and a sports bar atmosphere. Wings are pretty good too. A new favorite
(5)Kathy V.
They are a great family business and really nice people. Our LODGE group had a party there in the beer garden, I was so pleasantly surprised how great the food was. the pasta was cooked to perfection, the salad was great and of course they make great pizza, it is the Nagy family. I'm glad they finally came to downtown Downers.
(5)Katie K.
I went to Another Round for the first time on a Saturday night around 7:30. I have visited and enjoyed the other two Roundheads Pizza locations, so I was excited to go to their newest restaurant. It was very crowded for being 7:30 at night, and some people were waiting for tables. We luckily didn't have to wait long and was seated quickly. The space is a bar with large TV. It seemed like a good place to watch a game. What disappointed me the most from my visit was the food. We ordered for an appetizer the dough balls (fried pizza dough balls served with pizza sauce for dipping). We have gotten them at their other restaurants and like them, but here they came out overdone (hard and dry). Next we got a large pizza. I thought that the crust seemed overcooked and otherwise off from what I usually expect. I don't know if it was the crowd and the kitchen was not paying attention to the food as much as they should, but the food was not up to caliber with the other Roundheads in the area. I would not go back to Another Round for a usual night out because of the overcooked food combined with the loud atmosphere for the bar. Stick with Roundheads instead for lunch or dinner. The space does have windows that open up in the summer, so I think it would be a better place if you are looking to watch a game, or to sit by almost outside in the summer and enjoy a drink.
(2)kathy b.
great comfy place for a bar. nachos were great bar nachos good martinis lots of tvs open air (weather permiting of course) pretty much everything i want in a bar. in its own catagory 5 stars for being just what it's suppose to be - a bar with great bar food!
(5)Jeff L.
Have been to Another Round several times with groups of 4 -16. Good sports bar atmosphere, nice beer selection, and good drinks. Food is OK to good depending on what you order. Selection is limited as this is more a bar than restaurant. Service is a problem and varies from pretty good to pretty bad. Prices are quite reasonable which makes above all acceptable.
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