I took my dad here for Father's Day. We arrived around 4:30 and were told it was a 10-20 minute wait. There were several open tables that were being held for reservations. Fine, it's a holiday, it's going to be busy, but the hostesses seemed very disorganized (perhaps because there were 4 of them). After we'd been waiting for more than 20 mins the manager told the hostesses to seat us at one of the open tables. We appreciated the gesture, but our server was so inattentive that I would've rather waited longer if it meant better service. A runner brought out our appetizer and we had to flag down our server to ask for silverware. Our entrees came out before we finished our appetizer, also brought out by a runner, who lived up to the title - he came and went in the blink of an eye, so I didn't have the chance to tell him that what he brought was wrong. I'd ordered the classic sliders and was given the bearnaise sliders. Not sure if our server wrote it down wrong or the kitchen messed up. Our server had vanished, I literally did not see her anywhere in the restaurant for an entire fifteen minutes after our food came out, so I couldn't send it back. I also needed a refill on my drink that entire time. The only point at which she was almost attentive was after bringing the check; she came right back to run the credit card, but then didn't bring a pen with the receipt. My dad had to go up to the hostess stand and ask for one because we weren't willing to wait what would probably be another 15 minutes before our server returned. It was after 6 by the time we left. The food was good which is why I'm giving 3 stars, but the service is seriously lacking. I don't live in the area so I certainly won't be back, but I doubt my dad will either unless it's just for the bar.
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Stephanie C.
Great time, delicious food. Disappointed that the cat in the yelp photos was not there.
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Lora D.
This place is alright. I like their patio. Their appetizers are solid especially half price during happy hour from 3-6. My BIGGEST complaint would be that their beer is not cold enough, if at all. Frosty mugs and lowering the temp in your beer cooler might fix this problem?? I don't know, but if you have a patio and people drinking on a warm afternoon, your beer at least has to come out cold.
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Matt L.
Went here for a business dinner, the food was very good, the setting was casual but still nice. Our server really had no idea what she was doing, but the other positives outweighed that annoyance. Overall a good experience and exactly what you would expect from this type of restaurant.
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Brian K.
This place is awesome. I always get the fillet and mash it is great. the service is professional and there so many different types of beers that you can taste all of them.
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Aswinikumar A.
Good drinks and food. To expensive for the quantity. Customer Service was OK the day I went.
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Pita J.
Would NEVER recommend to anyone to go to this place, i don't care how good the beer selection is or how nice the 2 bartenders where, when the felt like actually bar tending. When your hostess is that rude the second you walk in the door, and bar tendering is your 2nd priority, as a bartender there and then you get sick from the food. good luck if you go in there, its at your own risk. I can say Clean place. Sterile burb atmosphere for sure. Incredibly SUPER RUDE hostess. The second our group walked in the door, she literally said "bye, thanks for coming, have a goodnight, bye". With a sarcastic smile on her face. It literally took me a minute to process that she was being completely sarcastic and totally bitchy. We did absolutely nothing to deserve it, except maybe we didn't look like her normal yuppy clientele We would've walked right out except the rest of my group said, there's people meeting us here, so lets just get a beer. and then figure out where else to go. This was at 10:30 on a saturday night. Because we had people stagger in and the one bartender was super polite and got us drinks right away, we stayed. The staff then became nonexistent. and were more concerned about cleaning up and closing duties than actually refilling our drinks at 10:30 at night. Polite but you had to wait 20 min to even have someone walk by to see if we needed anything. We were the only people at the bar, and there were about 7 tables with people at them. Ended up order a few appetizers and we got sick or bad upset stomachs. If you feel like playing russian roulette with getting service from a food service business, and with your stomach - have fun with this one.
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Tasha P.
I'm too cheap to go here for anything but the happy hour specials, and it's hit or miss sometimes. Even at the discounted $6, i don't think it's worth it for the pizza. Ahi sliders were not that good. Ahi Sashimi however, same as my original review, did not fail to impress. It's my reigning favorite! Regular burger sliders are just fine. It's cool that they come with fries, even as an appetizer. Service can be unctuous, as I discovered on my last visit. My server insisted on calling me "sweetie", although I must be at least a decade older than her. Service is usually fine though. I'm a grown adult, and I like to be treated as such. Although the beer is reliable and my Ahi sashimi still makes my mouth water, I probably won't be back for a long while. This last visit wasn't as pleasant. Response to Owner Comment: Thanks Justin, for your reply. I think I may have been harsh in my criticism. Being called "sweetie" happens to be a pet peeve of mine, but others may enjoy it so I'm sure readers will take that portion with a grain of salt, and probably think I'm a big B for calling it out. I added another star because I appreciate your commitment to customer satisfaction, but I'm not emailing you because I hope you don't think I'm looking for freebies and I don't want to get anyone in trouble.
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Renata K.
Best place to eat and drink! I totally recommend red potatoes french fries, they are to die for
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Tom K.
In a dandy Glenview shopping area across from Dick's sporting goods.(was this the old naval air station?) Large reception desk says this is a restaurant, not a bar. But in the center is a huge oval bar; dark wood, wood trimmed bar edge, with a brushed stainless steel top. When I go out, I need to have a good beer. This place has 114 taps! OK, 3 are light beers. Seats at least 30. It is not your cozy corner bar. Some jeans and a good number of dress slacks and button shirts (including me) on a Tuesday at 8 P.M. Ron the bar tender was surprisingly nice. He had time to chat even though the bar was packed. The food was great. Excellent Roast beef piled high with horseradish sauce on the side. French fries were too skinny for me. 12 bucks. A digital flat screen "chalkboard" goes with the dandy neighborhood. 12 TVs are spread around this huge room ; mostly sports. I had a good experience: huge selection of great beer., cool bartender, great food. It just lacks a bit of coziness.
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Joanna J.
I've been here on several occasions and the food is always delicious! The onion ring tower comes with two sauces. The sliders are also tasty. The burgers are juicy and flavorful, and you can tell they are made with fresh, quality meat. Their fries are shoestring and also great. We've also had many fabulous steaks from here, including the peppercorn fillet. The kid's meal comes with an entree, side of your choice, drink and dessert! The freshly baked brownie with ice cream is A-mazing! If you visit between 3 and 6, you can order a few half-priced appetizers and share with friends as meals! Drinks are also good-I'm a cocktail girl so I've enjoyed many of those, but the beer selection looks VERY extensive, and my husband enjoys trying a couple different flavors at each visit. Service is usually pretty good.
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Jackie S.
As a a Glenview native, I've been going to Yardhouse for years. The good: They have one of the best beer selections in the north suburbs. If you love beer, you'll love this place. The food is pretty good (if it's brought to you when it should be). I'm a big fan of the onion ring tower, the (Mac + Cheese)2 and the Angel Hair Pasta. Pizzas and burgers are good as well. The not-so-good: Inconsistent service. I've seen anywhere from good service to terrible service. Unfortunately, I've seen more of the latter (at least lately). Overall, if you're looking for a good beer and a huge menu, this place is for you.
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Chris B.
Be sure to ask for Bryn, great service. She had great recommendations and was super friendly. The food of course was great. Awesome beer menu. 5 star service all round.
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Mohammed K.
This is one of my all time favorite sports bar. The pastrami sandwich is out this world.
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Cat C.
Love the food! It's so good but they wait was so long! We had to wait 1 hour for a table, the hostess was super mean! Yelled at me not to color on the table. Even tho I'm 12 years old. Put us at the worst table so we asked to switch. We did but she was not happy about it. The food took for ever but is REALY good! The burger are amazing
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Jennifer L.
Yard House has become a mainstay in my book when it comes to having that "go to" restaurant when you just can't decide where to hightail it to for some grub. Because let's face it, they pretty much have EVERYTHING. A beer list a mile long and what seems like a hundred different options from appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, seafood, pastas and desserts. This is an all around "people pleasing" place, it literally has something for everyone. I'd say 50% of my visits here are because of the dynamite happy hour. They have a great selection of half price appetizers, pizzas and sliders Monday - Friday from 3pm to 6pm and Sunday - Thursday from 10pm - 11pm. I'm partial to the Chicken Nachos and Chicken Lettuce Wraps because they never disappoint. Hook me up with some Snakebite or a Citrus Crush off their Fresh & Skinny drink menu and I'll be your best friend the rest of the night. And if you haven't tried their fresh baked brownie yet... you don't know what you're missing, pal. Little piece of heaven delivered right to your table. As a heads up, it can get VERY busy, even at the weirdest times (like 8pm on a Wednesday night). But I'd say they're especially slammed during the summer, so be prepared to wait unless you made a reservation.
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Fancy N.
I love coming to the Glen, and sitting outside the Yardhouse and people watching. Some reviewer stated the Glen is a cookie cutter outlet mall setting. Couldn't be further from the truth. While it was a previous Naval base, it is an upscale neighborhood, and the stores are boutique style, not outlet. There is a Dicks and Carters, but rest are small mom & pop individual not chain, much less outlet stores. Now that, that is clear, the food... its pretty good. I like their burgers, each has some funky combination, like pineapple/mango salsa burger, the onion gorgonzola is my favorite. But seriously, the best is the tortilla soup. It has big chucks of chicken, fresh slices of avocado, and is rich and creamy. I sometimes just come for the soup, its that good. Service is hit or miss, and I've found it doesn't really even matter if the place is busy. On a Sat afternoon we came with a group of 6, the place was packed, service was attentive and quick. On a Sunday afternoon where it was half empty, we got our food relatively quickly, but drink refills or bill took about an hour. Made me want to get up and leave. If you are calling ahead to make a reservation, be very clear who is in your party. Once we came with a larger group, forgot to note that we had kids with us, they sat us right by the bar, and the whole time we had servers walking up the bar to get drinks and bumping and spilling a little on our kids.
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Steven T.
So having eaten here numerous times, I can feel very confident saying that the food is better than mediocre and worse than good......I don't know a good word for that ('almost good'). I never walk away thinking that the quality of food to price paid was that bad (nor that good), but what keeps me coming back is the location, ability to manage a group of two to fifteen pretty easily, and the wonderful beer selection. I am very appreciative of their variety and different daily selections especially as they have a very wide variety of beers. Service has consistently been very good and friendly. The only reason why I didn't give this a fourth star is that the food is 'almost good'
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Ron H.
I went to yardhouse this past weekend with a group of my friends and was a bit disappointed by the experience. The atmosphere is quite nice and pretty casual. It's also pretty busy, which I took as a good sign about the quality of the food there. As a table, we got as appetizers the chicken nachos and onion ring tower which i think were the only good thing about our meal. We were pleasantly surprised by the chicken nachos that it was really the only time we've ever had nachos where you actually run out of chips for the amount of toppings. However, the entrees left something to be desired. We got the halibut, shrimp pasta, roast beef sandwich, and southern fried chicken. Each one was disappointing except for the roast beef. My wife got the halibut, which was cooked nicely but had very little flavor. It slightly like eating a sponge (which i have admittedly little experience in). Even the sauce seemed strangely bitter. The best part of that plate was the mashed potatoes but it's pretty hard to mess up mashed potatoes. My wife even went as far as to say it was the worst fish dish she's had. The southern fried chicken, like the halibut, had great texture and a great crunch but really didn't have any flavor. The waitress we had asked if my friend wanted the small or large portion of shrimp pasta and he said large. Upon arrival of the dish, it was so small that we thought the waitress had misheard his order. The flavor was good though. The roast beef sandwich was quite good especially the au jus it comes with. Would definitely recommend it. Overall, the dinner was quite disappointing and we were all a bit mystified as to why every time we drive by here, it seems to be packed. Maybe it was an off night for them or we just ordered wrong (even though the chicken was off of their "favorites" section). We also didn't try any of their beers which seems like it might be a major draw for the crowds. For a place that has food in around the same price range as cheesecake factory, I was definitely disappointed.
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Michelle S.
Come on Yard House. Two locations within a week in two different states and they were both shit. Total disappointment. We came on a Tuesday for dinner and it was packed. No big deal we'll wait. Service was horrendous. From the hostess stand to the server it all stunk. And I'll put up with a decent amount of crap but this was just bad. It took forever to get a server to our table after we waited 40 minutes to be seated. Tack on another 15 for water and that's absurd. Even more so when there are children at the table. Water arrives, she takes our drink order and then disappears again for another 10 even though we were ready to order. We wait, and wait and wait. She takes the order for her giant table next to us (think 20 men in business clothes who already had food and drink on the table) and then takes our order. Once our food did arrive (2 kids pizzas, a soup/salad) mine plate was still missing (another salad) and that took another 5+ minutes to arrive. Not to mention that a salad never made it to the table for one of the kids and the french fries didn't arrive until the end of the meal. Cups sat empty and never got refilled. And then the check got dropped off and our server never came back. I took it to the hostess stand where they whisked it off to someone and someone else brought it back to us. Unacceptable. The whole experience took entirely too long. I don't mind waiting for a table, I understand that part. I don't understand the shitty service and the long long wait for everything else inside. I can say with certainty that I will not be back to this location.
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Peter S.
One of my favorite places for late-night eats and drinks. They have a very broad menu, featuring all kinds of pub foods and unique dishes, which should sate the pickiest or most adventurous of your friends. The list of beers on tap takes up the whole first 3 pages of the menu, and includes several of my favorite stouts. They have plenty of dishes you can share, if you're just want to nibble while drinking. They have large dinner plates, when you've got a killer appetite. They frequently have new dishes, as well as specials. Be sure to swing by during happy hour. I personally enjoy their vegetarian options, which are very savory and well prepared. There are TVs everywhere, so there's a good chance whatever event you want to watch can be seen. The atmosphere is very nice - between a sports bar and a casual restaurant - and clean. The staff are very friendly, and do what they can to keep you happy. I'm glad we managed to score a Yardhouse restaurant nearby, as it's become one of my favoraite late-night go-to locations.
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Ayesha B.
The vibe is fun and upbeat at this place. Been here twice, the first time I was very unsatisfied and left hungry I ordered from the sea food menu and the portion was tiny. The second time I ordered a gardein burger and was surprised that it tasted like meat. But didn't completely blow me away. I have had better burgers. I Am also not a fan of the thin cut fries. I really like service but it's always busy so be sure to make a reservation.
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Rosanna L.
It was a popping place on a Thursday night. Busy, loud, a good atmosphere for our party of 16. We were celebrating our sorority chapter's 10th anniversary and Yard House had the space and the right vibe for it. Service: really slow, not tentative (at least at our table, we had 2 tables). Some of the soup orders were messed up and they took a long time. For whatever reason, our entrees came out when the other table was almost half way done with their food. Even though we ordered around the same time. We had to constantly raise our hands to get our water refilled. Food: definitely makes up for the lack of service. Everyone raved about their starters and entrees, not a bad one out of the bunch. A few starters that I tried and really liked were: chicken tortilla soup and the seared ahi salmon. Entrees: southern fried chicken and the mac and cheese! My personal entree was a turkey burger on whole wheat bread with sweet potato fries. Absolutely love the sweet potato fries, delicious and tasty! The burger itself was average, lacked flavor. It came topped with mozzerella and roasted roma tomatoes, but I'm more of the avocado and swiss kind of girl. Had a great time and everyone seemed to enjoy their experience. Can't wait to go back to watch some games at their bar!
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Steve M.
I have never seen so many beer choices on tap. Of course great beer but the food is good as well. I had a pastrami with jalapeno pepper on it and I have to say that I would order it again. A good place to go after work with many television to watch the games. So I went back and ordered the same sandwich and the pastrami has so much fat I couldn't chew it. Oh well
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Dave V.
Yes they have some decent food. If you dont mind FOOD POISONING!!! Both my friend and I went to eat here as we always did when he was in town from the Corps. This was december 30th and we both had woken up with hardcore food poisoning, ruining our New Years plans. what i dont get is that both our food was well cooked so either they served us old/bad food or their staff is freaking dirty. Aside from that, their food is over priced and they have HORRIBLE SERVICE. I have met 1 staff member there that i have found to be enjoyable, keep in mind i have been here tons of time because of its convenience. They have a great selection of beers though, and thats the only good thing about them. I wont ever step foot in there again and you better believe that everyone i meet will know not to go there.
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Tricia D.
I hadn't rendezvoused into this place in a long time, but somehow had lunch here twice in a week! They have a nice $8-9 one page lunch menu, that offers a pick 2 choice of half a sammich/cup of soup/side salad. On both visits, I got the half of a crabcake hoagie with a field green salad. Winner! The crabcake was fresh, hearty, and well rounded in flavor. Insert shameless plug for the trio of mini desserts. It's a great offering of a mini choc souffle, peach apple cobbler, and lemon souffle, ALL a la mode for $9. Check out that caramel ice cream on the cobbler! Our waiter David on the second visit provided exceptional service, keeping an eye on our drinks and bringing refills before we could even raise a finger.
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N E.
I'm a fan.... During Happy hour.... Half off on most if not all apps. Top three: Chicago Nachos, Onion Ring Tower, and the Buffalo Wings. During normal hours, I think they are over priced, and would eat at Wildfire over them.
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Ed A.
I came here with a friend who loves his place for their selection of good beer and great atmosphere. This place is located in the upscale mall The Glen in Glenview. It was nice to meander the sidewalks and check out the storefronts filled with merchandise I couldn't possibly afford. The mall was laid out nicely with about four other restaurants with food offerings that pretty much touched all the bases. The service was very good and our server could not have been more pleasant. The menu was large and varied with selections that satisfied any ethnic craving one could have. The layout of the restaurant was quite open, with a extremely large oval shaped bar centered in the room with tables most immediate to it and booths lining the perimeter of the restaurant. I wouldn't consider this a special occasion restaurant but more of a quick bite, get out of the house, pre-or post-bar hangout kind of place. The female servers are totally worth a visit and the beer selection will surely keep things fresh.
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Margaret G.
Went here after the movies - happy to see 3 spots at the bar. But it ended up being the worst bar service we've ever had. Totally ignored, it wasn't busy, bartenders helped the couple next to us. We were totally invisible. We left and went to Pinstrips where we were treated very nicely - as you should be when you're eating out! We'll never go here again.
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Venessa F.
Great beer selection- DUH- but the menu is great, too! I was here on a Friday night and has to struggle through crowds of rowdy teenagers find the place but I was glad to find a seat at the bar when I did. The sweet potato fries with maple syrup bacon dip was GREAT! It even made a good cold breakfast in the morning :)
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Lauren H.
Soo many beer options. GLUTEN FREE options. Amazing. They have a whole menu for it.
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Laila C.
The beers were great, the food was ok...They would probably be better if I got to eat my leftovers for breakfast the next morning more sober. Unfortunately, I have a wiley puppy who likes to steal and eat and puke up 3 lbs of leftover cheeseburgers. p.s. get the hummus plate! I NEVER order hummus when I go out but this was really good!
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Amber D.
This is our second time here and we won't be back. While the food was ok, and the beer selection amazing, we had one issue. My husbands roast beef dip was tainted. The meat had a rainbow hue to it. It was visibly spoiled. How this even made it onto a plate to be served is beyond me. What if he hadn't caught it??? We told our server, who was quick to offer another sandwich instead. When the bill came they didn't take it off. I understand they gave him another sandwich instead, but was making that $10 really worth losing a few customers over?!?
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Ewelina P.
best place ever. best food , so much beer , elegant . love it there , I go there all the time. their happy hours are great !
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Laura C.
This is one of my favorite places! I always love the chopped salad - no lettuce: corn, onion, celery, avocado, bacon, and pure deliciousness! I sub out the dressing with ranch and sometimes add grilled chicken. This is a simple and delightful meal and not too heavy! I haven't had a bad dish here. The beer- I couldn't possibly write all about since there is just so much! I recommend trying a beer blend - like a Snakebite for something different and new.
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Annie C.
I'm going to take one star off just because their food is way too overpriced and they don't have that grand of a selection. If you are going for food, I wouldn't choose this place right away, but if you're going for a nice wide range of beers, I would choose this place. I suggest the Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse. It went perfectly with the Southern Fried Chicken I ordered that laid on a bed of mashed potatoes with carrots and chives. Although, the dish was rather over-salted. I kept grabbing my drink. But overall that chicken literally melted in my mouth and fell off when I cut it. As for the service, it's mediocre. They were jam packed that night so the waiter did his best to serve us. Also the wait was about 30-45 minutes on a Thursday night considering how early or late you get there. I would say just give it a try! I enjoyed the beer, the chicken, and company.
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Tara G.
They have a lot of beer, so they have that going for them. The restaurant is very loud, has a crowded bar in the center and has very poor lighting. It's like they can't decide whether to be a sports bar or a fine dining facility. Nothing special unless you like alcohol.
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Allison M.
I really like Yard House, with its extensive beer selection and diverse menu. The atmosphere can be more restaurant-y or bar-y, depending on what you're looking for. There aren't a huge ton of healthy choices, and the portions are big, but as long as you know that in advance, it's really easy to enjoy yourself here!
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Sofia J.
YOUNGBERRY CHOCOLATE * Lindeman's Framboise & Young's Double Chocolate Stout I should end my review here. Ohhhhhhhhh but the lobster, crab, and artichoke dip is so good.... and so is the hawaiian poke stak, , and the spicy thai chicken pizza... but seriously... Chocolate and Raspberry beer.... a match made in heaven.
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Scott W.
I love their beer selection, but the food is a little spendy and never balances out on flavor or quality. Close but a good dollar or three above comparable places across the board. They try to jujsh it up with semi-fancy ingredients, but aren't all the way into fancyland. A deep and broad menu with a wide range of options. Lots of TVs. Its the kind of place the family can go so Dad and the boys can watch a game and Mom and the girls can have a good meal. The staff is semi attentive. It depends on how busy they are. They have a problem with timing and the nuances of knowing when someone is ready for service. But honestly, they've never had a full house the couple of times I've been there. So there is no reason why they shouldn't be better. We'd go back, but only for the beers and proximity to stuff in The Glen.
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William G.
I have been to both this location and the one in Pasadena, CA and I really like it. They have a wide variety of choices on the menu, and everything I have ever ordered has been good. The place itself has a nice atmosphere and I have always gotten good service. It can get more crowded/louder if there is a big sorts game on.
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Ben C.
Phenomenal service, food was delicious and quite kid friendly, even at 7:00pm on a friday night
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Mike L.
We sat and dined at the bar on a Saturday night. This appeared the route to go as there was a wait for tables in their vast dining area. Sitting at the bar we received friendly prompt service. Food was ordered and came out fast and very well timed...perfect to be honest with you. Ron was a great bar tender. Their beer selection is overwhelming and you should know what kind of beer you like or want to try out or it could be stressful to pick. Prices for some of the pints $6.75 area bit much but worth it if you like to try different beers. The atmosphere was casual and friendly it didn't seem too loud to me either. The food we ordered was all very good. Tacos (small street style), calamari, lettuce wraps, deviled eggs. All very tasty and unique. All we dined on this high quality bar food I wished we'd of ordered entrees as the ones I saw looked awesome. They appeared very sizeable and well presented. For me it's hard to pass up the bar food while drinking their awesome beers so a full meal seemd a bit much but next time I'll be dining full on with the beer.
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Jen W.
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Amy S.
I work in Northbrook and this has got to be my favorite lunch spot. They have decent lunch specials and seriously THE BEST food! My favorite is the Crunchy Ahi Tuna Salad, only about $10-12 or so. It is really fresh and crunchy and they put the perfect amount of dressing on top. They also have great burgers, insanely good mac and cheese, and a delicious bbq chicken salad. They have a great selection of beer - which is good for happy hours!
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Ashley S.
LOVE THIS BAR!!!! I had heard really good things about this place so we decided to check it out on Saturday. It was really busy, which is always a good sign! They have so many beers to choose from, it was overwhelming, so I stuck to what I know. The service was great and we got the lobster, crab and artichoke app and it was delicious! This seems like it'd be a really fun place for a little birthday get together. Plus it's in the Glenn which is probably one of my favorite places, soooooo much to do over there!
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Ian M.
Millions of cold beers, cold beers for me. Millions of cold beers, cold beers not for free... (my best Presidents of the USA impression) This classy tap house is simply glorious! So many different types of beers on tap to choose from that is simply just too hard to only stick with one. I always start with the Paulaner Hefe though. Delicious. The menu is on point as well but you just cant go wrong with sticking with some simple sliders. They have their own special Yardhouse sauce that compliments them wonderfully. The portions of the entrees are rather large and hearty. I have never left this place without a huge smile on my face and saying to myself... "When are we coming back?" Enjoy!! -Ian M.
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Connie H.
I was craving a burger so we decided to stop by Yardhouse for lunch before running some errands. I had the pepper crusted blue cheese burger, medium and they did just that. Often times restaurants like these can't seem to cook their burgers the way its ordered but Yardhouse did a good job. It wasn't the best I've ever had but it satisfied my craving and I love shoestring fries! The other people I went with also enjoyed their food. We shared a ahi poke bowl which was delicious, wish it came with one more fried wonton skin. I would have given 4 stars but the service could have been better. We had to flag down our waitress to refill our drinks each time. Also, someone accidentally knocked the fire alarm while taking out trash so we had to eat while it went off for a good 10min before the fireman came, however one of managers went around to each table to apologize and explain what was going on. The menu is extensive so lots of choices, I wouldn't mind going back again. There is also a pretty large bar with lots of different beers on tap (but our family doesn't really drink so I can't comment much on that).
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Derek C.
huge selection of beer and good food. the best reason to love this place. I don't exactly remember everything that we've tried, but the one stand out here is the mac and cheese with bacon. oh so good! I usually order it without the mushrooms tho. service has been really good every time we have gone with the servers being really attentive to drinks getting close to empty and any other needs. this place does get really packed tho, so be prepared for a wait if you come during dinner hours.
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Christine V.
I was pleasantly surprised with The Yard House. The options are seemingly endless. They have like a billion beers on tap (I lost count after 1 million) and the menu was nice as well. We had the crab and lobster artichoke dip which tasted awesome. It came with warm pita bread and tortilla chips and was enough to share with 3 other people. The place was packed on Saturday which is always a good thing, we snagged a table after my hubby made another couple really uncomfortable and stood next to them while they were still sitting (but they were obv ready to go). God love em :)
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Donna W.
This was my second time here -- and last. Although we were seated quickly, the noise level was deafening (although the place wasn't that crowded or boisterous) and it was freezing cold, even though we all had light jackets on. The waitress said she would ask about turning down the vent, but the place remained uncomfortably chilly throughout our dinner. Although we arrived well before six, by the time we got our drinks and asked about appetizers we were informed that it was now past six and the half-price deal was over. Not very customer friendly!! I ordered a hamburger w/mushrooms, and the waitress informed me that it would be $1.85 extra, which was high but acceptable -- but then my burger arrived mushroom-less! So disappointing - she did remove the fee from the bill, and a manager came over and apologized - but no offer to comp anything as compensation. Waitress continued to be elusive, and as a result we did not order a second round of drinks. Our meals were good, especially the shoestring fries - but for the price, they should be (I believe the burger was $12.95). All and all, for the money I expect much better service and atmosphere.
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Kaye D.
Came here for a friend's birthday dinner. There were at least 20 of us, and we all got to sit together... after they pushed a few tables together. The servers were great and figured out how the bills were split and our orders were correct. Kudos to them. Food was great. My husband and I shared an entree since we had just come from another event. That was enough for us. The Bulls game was also on, so the restaurant was pretty full. Seems appropriate since they have quite a beer list available. The same goes for their food as well.
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Lana Y.
This was my 3rd time here and my last! From the moment we walked in the hostesses weren't friendly and when they sat us we waited 10 minutes for our waitress to come by! The restaurant was not busy so there is no reason for us to wait that long. She finally came and just took our order without apologizing. I understand people have off days, but it's courtesy for the customer. Anyways, The kitchen messed up our order which we reminded the waitress twice and she finally came back with the manager. The manager apologized but oh well! It wasn't even worth going there and won't be going there again!
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Dominick M.
Solid place. Good service with an extensive menu for food and alcohol (almost a little too extensive). I have had mixed experiences with the food. The appetizers, entrees and deserts for the most part are good, but I recently got the BBQ bacon cheddar burger and it was just mediocre. The fries were the highlight of the meal. Love the atmosphere as it is holds an upscale, sports bar type decor. Overall, Yardhouse is a solid place, but would never be my first choice.
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Anthony C.
After a few more visits I have to upgrade my review from my previous post. We have gone a couple times during the week recently and found the food and service to be outstanding. Most of the appetizers are creative and well-prepared. The salads are fresh and generous in portions. The place seems really well managed and the waitstaff friendly and knowledgeable in regards to the menu and beer selection. My fears regarding the freshness of having over 100 beers on tap have been unfounded. Each beer selection to date has been cold and tasty. We will only dine here during the week because it just gets too noisy and busy on the weekends but the Yard House is a fantastic option for a midweek night out.
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Sean K.
I'm giving this place 5 stars for the vegetarian options. It's so nice to have a regular place have specialty foods. The other people I went with did not have the vegetarian/meat substitute items and had great meals as well. It's definitely a place for the beer lovers but even if you want a non-alcoholic drink, go there and try the flavored sodas.
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T S.
seems to always please. never really had a bad meal or experience here. service excellent and a diverse menu of dishes, seem to do all well. the burger is choice, tender, ideal size, well chosen bun, just right amount of topping, fries, etc. salads are very good. kids menu relatively diverse, very large beer menu. overall, a dependable casual, slightly upscale pub feel that consistently impresses.
(4)
Chickago K.
I've been going to this place since it opened. Good food, expensive, friendly staff, and quick service. Try sliders & onion ring tower with siracha. Happy hours 3-6.
(4)
David R.
Still a solid 3.5 stars. Even with the profusion of TV screens, this place seems too ascetic, so don't go for the personality because there is zero. But if you want to see obscure sports, stop by on a weekday lunchtime. Since there is hardly anything interesting going on in the mainstream sports, you are liable to see BMX racing or local semipro girls volleyball (no joke). However, setting all that aside, I can say that I have never had a bad meal here and usually the food is pretty darn good. I tend to get entree salads almost exclusively. They have a gigantic menu which is sure to please everyone, even if you roll with a large posse like I do. My last two visits have been groups of ten and thirteen, respectively. Somehow the group of ten got far slower service than the thirteen. Hit or miss! Yesterday we were taken care of pretty well, about as well as you could expect for such a large group. There was a serious lag between beverage orders and receiving the drinks, but the entrees came out a bit sooner than we had expected. Again, it's a good option for the area but there is nothing to distinguish these guys from a thousand other middlebrow American restaurants.
(3)
Shyna H.
Excellent place with tons of beer options, loved the food the manager gave us a free most expensive dish of the bill because of a mixup.
(5)
Scott F.
When you pay $10.75 for your martini, you want it WITHOUT ICE CUBES FLOATING ON TOP! Who does this? A bit of frost is expected to form on top of the drink, but not be riddled with icey chunks of what the martini was shaken from! So the bartender in me asks, Do you have a strainer? NOPE was the response. A bar not having a strainer? Why not, I asked? The manager came over and confirmed the idiocy of not having a strainer in the bar. "That's not how we do it" he claimed. I said yes, I know, you do not make a proper Martini! Call it something else, because it certainly is no Martini, my friend. I get the whole beer theme that this place boasts, but if you serve other drinks, you need the right equipment, or simply do not call them Martinis! The point of the shaker is to chill the drink, then let the customer enjoy the drink as intended. When you have ICE melting away in your Martini, your drink gets worse by the second, worse meaning more and more watered down. The moral to the story is give the customer what they want, not how YOU see it. Without customers, you do not exist.
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Paul S.
Ok food. Horrible service. What's a point to have drinks on the menu if you don't have them. Dirty plates were on the table during deserts. Had to wait for spoons for 10 min while ice cream melted. Would not be back.
(2)
Nelson K.
Great ribs. I went here the other night and got the ribs full rack. I wasn't expecting much, but man I was really impressed. The sauce is really amazing with a little bit of spiciness. I would definitely come here again.
(5)
Alyssa P.
This was my first visit to Yard House and based on this visit I would love to go back again if I'm ever in/around Glenview. We went in around 4 pm, at that time they weren't very busy, however they had a lot of ppl on staff which I understood why b/c by 5 pm, the place got really busy. Everyone was very friendly; from the hostess, to our waitress (Erica) to the manager (?, I believe he was the manager). Erica was really helpful and explained about any items, if it was made differently then what we would typically get at a different restaurant, which I appreciated. The menu was extensive and there was a lot to choose from but since we were there between 3-6 pm, we where told about their Happy Hr specials and took advantage of that. The food came out quickly after orders were placed and the last item didn't come out at the same time. Manager came and explained that the pizza is going to take a lit' longer since it was burnt so it was being remade. To us, it wasn't that big of a deal since the wait didn't seem that long at all but again, very appreciated. I'm glad they did remake the pizza since that was one of my favorite app. The garlic noodles has good flavor but was a lit' too greasy for my taste, but other than that everything else we ordered was delicious. We were there for about 1 1/2 hrs and never felt rushed.
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Ashley C.
We came here on suggestion of a friend who was familiar in the area. This place was raved about for their beer selection and their good bar food. It was okay. Yes, they have a great beer selection and the make their other drinks nice and strong. We grabbed a table at around 11 on a Saturday night. We got some appetizers in to keep us going. It was all fried what we ordered and expectedly it was okay. Service was a bit slow, but friendly. I'd go back if I was in the area but that could also be because I have no clue where else I would go. Based on what we tried, I wouldn't likely go here for dinner. Drinks - pretty good. I guess the big theme was "okay."
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Duska K.
Cheeseburgers are pretty good and the fries are great. Went back last night with a friend for their Pomogranate Mojito, loved it and I would love to go back! Even though I rarely go to suburban bars and don't like to - this place is very decent and you don't feel strange sitting at the bar because it's the central location of the whole restaurant. Nice! Plus, there are tons of booths. Always a plus.
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Tiffany L.
Good selection of beers, try the beer floats. Ice cream and beer?? Better than you would think. I like the chicken nachos here sometimes. Other times it is too greasy. During happy hour it's a much smaller portion. Lame. And the Chicken Lettuce wraps were pretty good, I like how it comes with all the sauces.
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Puneet S.
Happy hour frenzy No words describe how good everything is. Best left to get up and go now!!!!!!
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Terrie o.
I'm starting with an A OK instead of 4 stars solely on service - I enjoyed my food selections. I've never eaten here before nor had any recommendations from anyone, I simply wanted to try somewhere new. I chatted with the server about not being a beer drinker but wanting to try one from their vast selection. Server mistake one: you served me and did not follow up to ask if I liked it. Odd since I made it so clear I don't usually enjoy beer and we discussed your recommendation. Egg roll appetizer ( or spring roll) with dipping sauce, I enjoyed. 2nd server error... I was served my entree salad and had to wait quite awhile until I could literally wave him down to ask for another dressing. Servers need to check in within 2-3 minutes of serving food. Luckily it was a cold dish, it it were hot, I'd be eating cold food. The Cobb salad tho was delightful...corn off the Cobb, edamame, blue cheese, bacon, it was a filling and wonderful salad. My friend asked for coffee, and server did not ask me tho did ask if we'd like dessert. Overall, we enjoyed our food and would go back... But server needs some fine tuning on the basics. Please don't review this business if you received a freebie for writing this review, or if you're connected in any way to the owner or employees.
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Leah C.
where have all of our faves gone?... i always hate when a resto gets rid of the faves to make room for "new". come on...this isn't a set meal/fine dining experience. i want my massive espresso sundae :(
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Magen S.
Awesome bar with endless draft beers and delicious food. The variety of draft beers including crafts was impressive. I ordered the halibut entree for dinner which had a delicious mushroom cream sauce and Bok choy. The fish was seasoned and cooked very well. Overall good food good beer and chill environment!
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Clara S.
Hmm. Not sure how I feel about this restaurant. Good happy hour bites and cool patio in the heart of the glen, but not the best food I've had. Chicken lettuce wraps- I'm not a fan of lettuce wraps, so I guess this wasn't the best choice for me in the first place. These were good and flavorful, but not so much that we finished the plate. Side sauces complemented the dish well, though. Spicy tuna roll- really disappointed that this wasn't actually a roll. Instead, this was ahi tuna tartare without the nachos or wontons to come with it. Like am I supposed to just eat ahi tuna tartare by itself with no neutral carbs to calm the salty strong flavors? Overall, cool restaurant at the glen but with overpriced drinks and not so great food. I would love to come back to the glen, but I will definitely be picking one of the many different restaurants to eat at.
(3)
Sonia B.
I've been here a few times and have decided that this is a good place for drinks and appetizers and that's about it. They have a good selection of beers. Every time I've been here, it's been for a meal. The first time I came in was for lunch and wasn't wowed...and figured try dinner next time. So, I came back for dinner and it was OK, but figured I didn't order the right thing...try it one more time...and I did. And this time wasn't great either. The main entrees are BLAND. I ordered one of the house favorites, a fried chicken breast with spinach mashed potatoes, creamed corn, and baked beans. It sounds like the ultimate comfort meal, but it was BLAND. There was no seasoning on the chicken...so sad! :( How can friend chicken be bland?! :( Ugh...and it was almost $20! So, skip it. Previously, I've tried an assortment of tacos...they were ok... but for almost $5/taco....I would rather go to a taqueria and get something really good for 1/2 the price. Like I said, the drinks are good and I have enjoyed the appetizers. So, if I return...that's what I'll go back for. And if you ever get your food to-go or need a doggy bag, check your items!!! This is the SECOND time that most of my food didn't make it into the to-go box!!! All I got were my mashed potatoes...not the chicken, corn, or beans! So weird! I guess it doesn't matter because I didn't enjoy the chicken...but, still...I paid just about $20 for it! I also requested ranch dressing for the onion rings I had to go and there wasn't any. Ugh! Again...go for drinks and appetizers....skip the meal!
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Jessica L.
Yard House is often times a go to for my family and friends. They have a wide variety of alcohol and food selection. Over a 100 beers on tap. I have ordered everything here over the past seven years. Pizza (good), burgers (juicy and a nice variety), other entrees (Orange chicken, country friend chicken, and the jambalaya are among my favorites), steaks, salads (large enough to fill me and my mom), and desserts. Great atmosphere & ambiance. Good customer service. They do not take reservations but have a call-ahead list they can put you on. Happy hour selections (as well as late-night happy hour) are good as well, but much more limited than the full menu.
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Stuart P.
Almost perfect...all of our meals were yummy. Onion ring tower was very good. Lobster dip was also a big favorite. All of our meals were spot on. Only one had jalapenos for my 90 yr old dad. That wont work. But it was quickly erased.
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Lauren K.
I have been here almost every night since I have arrived to the Near North Side (Is that where I am? Someone help me out here!!!! AHHH!) There are a few reasons why: 1) Employer is graciously providing housing for me down the street from the Glen; 2) OMG traffic is brutal in this area. I am not venturing far from my current location; and 3) I genuinely the bar/resto, even for a chain, chain, chaaaiiiinnnn! Let's begin with the beer. They have 110 on tap. Yes, 110 on tap, that is overwhelming even for me. I am not sure where to begin. I do have a new goal in life: to try everything on the menu, and that will be difficult since they rotate seasonally. Some of the brews I have tried: Lagunitas A Little Sumpin' Sumpin' Ale; Upland Brewing Company Dragonfly IPA (I just liked the name of that one -tee hee); and I found a new personal favorite for summer in the fruit beer category Lost Coast Brewing Co. Tangerine Wheat, this is light, fresh and crisp, with hints of tangerine. It tastes like fruit juice, but only with alcohol. It's basically adult juice! Onto the food. I am obsessed with the kale-caesar salad with blackened chicken. The small is under 600 calories, and is relatively healthy for bar food. The ahi tuna is delicious and is sushi grade. They also have some unique options for a chain. I will eventually try them when I tire of the salad, but I probably won't. I have stuck to the under 600 calorie options, of which there are plenty. The music that they play isn't annoying pop, it is classic rock or 90s grunge. I listen to pop or 80s pop all day to keep me bubbly and happy all day, so it is a nice change of pace for me. Anyways, this is not a destination. It is better if you work in the area and want to wait out this god awful traffic; are shopping at the Glen; or live here and don't feel like cooking (or just have an expense account - it's kind of on the pricey side). For a chain, it is as good as it gets, hence the rating. Enjoy!
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Effie D.
Make sure you leave plenty of time to review their extensive food and beer/drink menus. Everything on the menu is good and worth trying. The Korean Short Ribs are superb that we lick the bones clean. The Truffle Mac and Cheese with bacon, chicken, and mushroom is not your kid's typical mac and cheese but my 6 year old and can't get enough. The lettuce wraps are a good salad alternative.The Kona Coffee Sundae is by far the best sundae with it's java chips, oreo cookie crumbles, and chocolate sauce. It's big enough to share, but with one taste, you won't want to. Good atmosphere, plenty of space, many tvs to watch several sports, friendly staff. Service is a bit slow and there will be a wait during peak times. They have outdoor seating perfect for enjoying nice weather with good food and drinks.
(5)
Polina P.
Never been disappointed. Amazing food , service , atmosphere, and in all it was amazing . It may take long to wait but still it's always a good experience . I love all their dessert and it's always amazing . Recommend it highl
(5)
Mike S.
Amazing place too many choices of beer , the food was 10/10 I will come back again for sure
(5)
Nicole E.
Never gotten a bad meal and I absolutely love the chicken tortilla soup has just enough heat. Highly recommend for a great meal and good atmosphere.
(5)
Sherwin C.
Didn't really get to try too much of the food but all the dishes I saw looked well designed, generous in size, and reasonably priced. This is especially true during the happy hour period where most items are $5-$7 and seafood items only reach $8. I was quite impressed with the size of the restaurant with a nice decor and surprisingly reasonable noise level. They were able to accomodate our original reservation for 15 that ended up being around 30 people -- even correctly splitting the checks and providing prompt service as additional new party members arrived. The beer all tasted great, served nice and cold and in attractive looking glasses. The selection of drinks was amazing -- possibly even more than what Bavarian Lodge carries. I tried Green flash Le Freak, Dogfish Head 90 Minute, Hebrew Death of a Contract Brewer, Founders All Day IPA, Yard House IPA, Revolution Antihero, Three Floyds Gumball Head, and Stone Green Tea IPA. All very reasonably priced and the server was knowledgable about the drinks. I'll definitely be back again soon.
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Kristopher S.
This spot has some good eats a lot of good beers. I had the crab cakes lots of crab, pork sandwich was moist and tastes and a year of beer makes me want to come back for another yard. It's a bit pricey but well worth it. Try the duck wings and tell me how they are. Will recommend to friends and come back for sure :)
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Alan B.
I live me some Yard House!! I'll let my kids do the review in this one from their point of view I like the food because it came out relatively fast compared to other nice restaurants "about 15 minutes" except they never asked how I would like my food cooked, When we ordered our drinks it took quite a bit even though all we ordered soda and water. All in all this is a good restaurant to go to even thought it can be a little pricey
(5)
William H.
Love the breadth of menu choices! Also, even though they have Mostly alcoholic beverages, I was pleasantly surprised to find one of My personal favorites, Ruby Red Grapefruit juice, on the NA menu. This time my wife did steak n Ceasar salad - steak was Fabulous - tender and perfectly cooked to order. Next time she will get the dressing "on-the-side" as it was a little over the top and tended to obscure rather than highlight the salad. I got a burger with pepper jack cheese and a roasted green pepper. So good! Desert was the Macadamia Cheesecake - again being obscured rather than highlighted by the drenching in raspberry and Carmel syrup. "On the side" please! Had a wee disagreement with the valet. We planned to eat at 5:30 - which we did - and the hit Arclight for a 7:00 pm screening of Rear Window. "You can't do that" said the valet, all three of us standing in a mini cloudburst. "They won't let you leave the car while you go someplace else after dinner" "I'll make it simple for you" I said. "We'll be back at 9:15 - way before the Restaurant closes - and pick up our car." I came back, tipped him well and there was no further mention of a problem - he even apologized! Hey Yard House - we only come in because we're going to Arclight! Find some way to make nice!!
(4)
Mike H.
Service is just getting worse and worse and worse!!! I have been coming here for years. Food is starting to suck after the last menu change and the service was so fast before. Now every time its slow. Today i sat for 25min before getting helped. 35 min before i got water and who knows about food. This maybe the last time i come here. And no joke i have been here over 50 times Wake up YH
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Jacqueline B.
I'm a fan! Tons of beer on tap, huge diverse menu, and happy hour specials. #Winning I've been here twice now, and have enjoyed my visit both times! My last visit was the first time I was in to eat, and boy am I glad I did. First off, making a decision was extremely difficult because their menu is EXTENSIVE (but that's a good thing). There were so many delicious options to choose from. It's not often I rave about the set up of a menu, but I have to say their menu is fantastic. It's broken up into house favorites, vegetarian options, snacks, etc. This makes browsing a lot easier depending on what you're looking for! I immediately focused in on house favorites, and low and behold, a mac-n-cheese dish caught my eye. The (Mac+Cheese)2 looked like a win-win decision for me. Check it out: chicken breast, applewood smoked bacon, wild mushrooms, cheddar, parmesan, campanelli pasta, and truffle oil. YUUUUUUP. That. just. happened. It was like a ramped up adult version of my favorite childhood dish. I was really hungry, but I ended up going with a small entree (instead of large), and I'm glad I did. It was plenty of food - I even took a box home. Good news: the mac + cheese is still awesome reheated the next day! * WOO HOO! My 100th review :)
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MoMo K.
I love the ambiance of this place! Come here during HAPPY HOUR for half price (pizza, nachos etc etc)! It's perfect for people who like seafood, veggies, or meat or a combo. Can accommodate groups of 10 and more! parking is very easy, there is a huge garage that can accompany any size party. You can also come here to watch sports because they have TVs. They get really busy at night. We went at 4:00 on a Friday and there was no wait but at 5:30, all the tables were full and there were a lot of people waiting. So plan accordingly.
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Vrati D.
Always 5 stars from me! The veggie wings are by far my favorite and the stacked enchiladas (veggie of course) were also really good. We tried the avocado burger which was also really good! I'm not a huge cilantro fan but still enjoyed it, especially the amazingly soft bread! Yum!
(5)
Justin E.
Crab cakes were amazing, they had some sweet mango that really played well together. The chicken tortilla soup was another hit. It was slightly spicy, yet still full of flavor. Can honestly say the best tortilla soup I've ever had. The BBQ cheddar bacon burger was ok. The BBQ sauce on the burger is something to come back for, another home run. The rest of the burger was mediocre, it lacked ingredients in my opinion the patty was good and perfectly cooked. Back again to try turkey bacon melt. Great sandwich and was cooked perfectly. Not one of there're classics but none the less good.
(4)
Des C.
I'm really bummed out to be writing this review. I have been going to the yardhouse for years and have ALWAYS experienced excellent service and a phenomenal meal (Chicken and Rice Bowl). Today was a different experience. I arrived at the Yardhouse a few minutes before my lunch companion. I was greeted after a few minutes and offered a drink. When my customer entered he was greeted quickly also and we both decided to order. I ordered my usual chicken and rice bowl (which I have quite a few changes to the ingredients, so the waiter read it back to me) and my friend ordered the tacos. About 15 minutes later a food runner came to our table with my friends tacos and some sort of sesame chicken dish. I told the runner that that was not what I had ordered. The waiter saw what was going on and came over to the table. He assured me that he had entered the order correctly and that the food runner had grabbed the wrong dish. A few minutes later (and half way through my friends lunch) the waiter came back and said the kitchen was making my dish and it would be ready "in 30 seconds." About 10 minutes later (and after my friend was done with his lunch) my food finally came out. They had what appeared to be a manager bring the dish to my table. The server had obviously figured out that any thought of a generous tip was out the window, so my soft drink had been empty for about 5 minutes. The manager gave a half hearted "sorry" and asked if there was anything else we required. I held up my empty glass and said, "how about another drink." He obliged and brought me the refill. I assumed a manager would come over and offer an olive branch for the horrible service but that never occurred. The good news is that there are other YardHouses around the US, because I would be hesitant to return to this facility.
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Mike E.
Always a great time, and a normal spot for me and the wife.
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Amalita A.
I came in with my friends on a Saturday night. Yardhouse doesn't take reservations past 5:30, but it's not a problem. Janelle was very friendly and we had pretty much no wait time for seating. Nathan took over our table, he was friendly and knowledgeable and gave great service. Our drinks and food came out fast. My friends ordered the jumbalaya shrimp, clam chowder and chicken nachos. I recommend getting a classic cheese burger and adding their black truffle cheese. Great atmosphere and memorable experience for the suburbs!
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Anooj S.
Everytime I've come here it has been during their happy hour. They have great food and beer selection. The service is always great and I really enjoy getting the server's suggestions on new beers. I would suggest getting the chicken nachos. In addition, they have some great vegetarian options such as the gardein chicken wings.
(4)
Lloyd M.
Not bad but nothing special. Met a friend/co-worker and had a pleasant evening. I felt the waitress was rushing us to order more drinks, though, which is never great. I started with French Onion Soup. It was nice but not at the same level as nearby Wildfire. For the main course, I had a burger with cheddar and bacon. It was a nice burger, actually quite good. Came with very thin shoestring potatoes that were great. Overall, a solid meal with mediocre service.
(3)
Shammy S.
Great food great service good portions where can u go wrong? No wait during the day, nights get packed especially weekends, typical.
(5)
Bianaca B.
This was my first time visiting the Yard House in Glenview. My boyfriend and I decided to stop by for dinner and drinks after a friend raved about the large selection of beers and delicious food. Upon entering we were coldly greeted by one of the hostesses. She told us it would be a 20 minute wait and when I asked if there was room at the bar, ((which I couldn't see because of the wall blocking my view))she told me she didn't know and to look for myself. Ummm OK. Luckily we walked a few feet and saw the bar and two available seats. Our bartender was Raul, he was attentive and knowledgable of the menu and beer selection. I had a house margarita and my boyfriend tried 2 of the beers Raul recommended. Margarita was ok, not the best I've had but it was decent. I can't remember the beers my boyfriend ordered but he said both were good. We decided to order the California Roll for our appetizers. Wow! I am so happy we did. First of all it is not your regular California Roll. It is one HUGE roll and definitely recommend to share. You will be too full to eat anything else if you eat this alone. I decided to go with an order of two Korean bbq tacos and my boyfriend had the bbq chicken pizza. We both loved what we orderd. Tacos tasted very authentic and meat was very tender and juicy. Overall ambience and vibe from the bar was great. Even when Raul was busy with other customers somebody was always on hand and quick to refill our waters. We had an overall great time and will definitely return to the Yard House.
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Bobby S.
Love this place. My favorites include: Appetizer: Coconut Shrimp, Korean Beef, Swordfish Taco. Entree: Spicy Jambalaya (all-time favorite), Vodka Shrimp Pasta, Halibut. To be honest, I have yet to have a bad experience here. About the only thing I wish they improved on is the waiting time between refills.
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Kristina K.
I like it when good things happen to good people, like Yard House happened to me the other night. I deserve it, right? I mean I volunteer, I recycle, I always let other drivers pass when they try to hog my lane. Bottom line is I deserve to find places like Yard House. I loved this place and everything about it. The place was packed and I got seated pretty fast considering. Actually my party was not there and they still sat me down. I ordered the Matilda. I dont get to enjoy it often as not many places have it (and the ones that do are always out, hint hint beer market). For food I got the steak salad and tomato basil soup. I loved the soup, I loved the salad, our server was great, the extra dim lights were sexy, place was full but not overly full. I really enjoyed it! I wanna go back and try the million and two beers they have on tap and all the burgers and salads. Really impressive!
(5)
Howard L.
Particularly great place to stop in if you can make it in from 3-6pm, for half priced appetizers. The beer selection is always top notch anytime and we enjoyed a Doghead 90 Minute IPA (still get a pint and not goblet size despite 9.0% ABV!) and a nice Sea Dog Bluepaw blueberry ale. Note the classic sliders aren't quite half off like the other tasty appetizers, but discounted to $7.75 from regular $11.35. We had these and made a slightly early and tasty dinner of it: Kung pao calamari Spicy thai chicken pizza Chicken lettuce wraps Classic sliders (with fries)
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Hayley S.
Came here tonight with my mom and my cousin. It was PACKED -- on a Tuesday! They actually had a wait, luckily we got there right before the wait started. Our waitress, Sarah, was incredibly attentive and really sweet. There was a small snafu with the check (she accidentally added another table's orders to our check) but it was resolved without any damage and she was really apologetic, even though it was clearly an accident. Atmosphere is...loud. There aren't any walls or really anything to absorb the sound, so it carries. But it wasn't too bad or distracting. My mom got the jambalaya (full size) and enjoyed it. It had a nice flavor and spice (with spicy rice) to it, though it didn't look like it had much meat/protein. Our cousin got the kale caesar with shrimp and really liked it. I devoured the Southern Fried Chicken Breast. So good. I was a really annoying customer and subbed the mashed potatoes for the sweet potato pancakes (yum!) and instead of beans got some steamed veggies. Our waitress did it with no issue and I think there was only a $1 sub charge. No biggie. I wish the chicken had been spicy, but I got a side of bbq sauce and that remedied its lack of spiciness. And I didn't feel "bad" after eating this chicken, like I normally would after eating fried chicken. The healthier sides counteracted the fried-ness of the chicken and it was actually really great. Would get it again. Overall, a great dinner.
(4)
Bren S.
I liked the food. Had a pleasant experience with my family there. And Kavitha, a new server, was very attentive and polite. She knew her stuff and when she didn't, she simply went and asked a superior for us. I'd definitely go again and ask for her.
(5)
Nat F.
Great place to grab some simple yet elgant food and drink some beer. Food and service are great. But it can get loud, since its technically a sports bar.
(4)
Amy K.
Went for lunch with a friend and her daughter after some play time at the Kohl's Children Museum. The service was good and quick [which is helpful with small children]. The kid's menu is actually the reason that this place gets 4 stars. The food is fine but the kid's menu is extensive and I really like the options of sides. My daughter decided on the mac'n'cheese but then also go edamame for her side. My friend's daughter got the burger and some fruit. I liked that they had lots of options for the kiddies, and they brought out their food when it was ready. I got the lunch combo, which was good. A personal sized bbq chicken pizza and then a Cesar side salad. Plenty of food for one individual. My friend got the bah-mi and a cup of soup. She said it was pretty good as well. We also got the chips and guac for a starter. I really enjoyed that; they topped the guac with the mexican crumble cheese which was a nice salt bite to the app. Also it was topped with lots of chips.The girl was also really nice and gave us more chips to take the guac home. All in all a good option for a quick bite to eat in the area. Something more than just a sandwich but not too expensive compared to a few other options.
(4)
Louise M.
A chain restaurant that chained me. That's Yard House. Surprisingly, I was so bummed that I didn't or couldn't go there tonight when it was in my close proximity. I found a big urge of wanting to go! Like it's calling my name!! I heard of Yard House because many of my male friends always suggested this place for get togethers. Knowing that it is popular due to the beer selections, I always thought it's a more guy bar type place to hang out and watch sport. Turned out, it is sorta family friendly, though I was still right about the beers, the male domination, and the sport watching. However, there was more to it. The food was actually not bad at all and the menu was so eclectic and huge. First time I was at one of these was in St. Louis Park, Minnesota on a sorta first date. I forgot my purse and was mortified that I didn't have any means to pay or having any sort of ID. They wouldn't serve me which I understood. They were nice about it but sticking to the rules. We left trying our luck somewhere else and good thing he was nice and was a gentleman about me being an airhead and walked out the house without my purse. Oups. It was enough to get me intrigued about Yard House since I saw a couple things I wanted to try but couldn't cuz.. Y'know..apparently I looked young enough to be carded. I was in Illinois for thanksgiving and my good friend Danno was also in town from NYC for the holiday. He suggested Yard House. Never failed! I agreed because of the unfulfilled desire last time. It was great to see him after at least a year especially all my thanksgiving plans went awry and we got this accomplished on a whim. I tried the pear cider I wanted to try last time and also the Allagash white ale. Dan was surprised I was drinking beers. Since I have been out with my Yelper friends, I just started enjoying beers a lot more. I liked the two glasses I had. My bro in law talked about Allagash before as it was from Maine I believe, where he went to school. I loved it. Dan was sticking to a beer called Anti Hero. He seemed to really liked it. Too bitter for me. We also ordered calamari and chicken nachos. They were alright. No gripes to write. We had a lot of fun catching up. I didn't think this was a pick up place but my chick magnet friend got a lot of attention from the ladies. However, Dan was also a perfect gentleman. however, it was amusing to say the least! Lol. It was a good time with great drinks and snacks at Yard House. I didn't forget my purse this time but I still didn't pay so I didn't really know if it was overpriced or just right. A couple of things I don't enjoy was it was too loud and it was kinda dark. The service was just okay but not at all terrible. Like I said, I want to come back! Next time, I want to try more of their beers like the honey weiss type as well as the lambic. Boy, did I want to go today because it is right there! Maybe I will still get lucky. The weekend is not yet over.
(4)
Keith H.
I love the Yard House. My favorite draft is the Belgian Tripel. It's ridiculous. I've only come during Happy Hour and only ever ordered one thing every single time I've come, but it's just a good solid place to eat before or after a movie.
(5)
Rachel F.
+1 ... for all those amazing beerzzz. Beers for days! And obscure stuff. Beer nerd stuff. Green Flash Le Freak? Yes please, and I did. Love the commitment to craft and to the rocking both breadth and depth with the selection. -1 ... somewhat awkward/cold/
(3)
Allan P.
How do you have an awesome time at the Yard House? Well, sit right down, grab a beer, & lemme fill you in! The perfect time at this wonderland of brews can be had in five simple steps. 1.) Sit at the bar! Yes, among the many reasons to visit the Yard House, the most important one is the booze. With a ridiculous amount of beers for you to guzzle & an impressive array of top-shelf liquor, you're sure to stay pleasantly sauced during your stay. The other reason is because the bartenders are very good people, making sure your glass never stays empty. 2.) Have a beer flight! They are very good at putting together a staging of beers that complement each other very nicely. This is also the most cost-effective way to drink your way through the menu without ending up driving the porcelain bus later on. 3.) Do not order a steak! (or any type of beef that requires any degree of doneness.) The kitchen staff is incapable of telling a medium-rare steak from a piece of toast. When you get the steak it will be tough & gamey, no matter how you ordered it. I once attempted to order a rare steak, just to see what happened. I ended up with a well-done piece of leather. This is a bar, eat bar food for god's sake! You want beef? Go to Jameson's Charhouse or Wildfire for dinner. 4.) Ask for a recommendation! The staff is very good at letting you know what drink goes with what food. You most definitely don't want to end up with a beer or martini that makes your fish & chips taste like shoe polish. 5.) Park in the garage behind the restaurant! Do not try to fight the soccer moms & luxury-car goofballs for the front spaces. You can't even park there that long, so who wants to worry about their car while they're having a good time? The Yard House is definitely good to stop off for a beer with some buddies, or a quick bite to eat. They have happy hour specials which are a good value (3p to 6p & 10p to close). It's definitely worth checking out at least once.
(3)
Karolina T.
My cousin invited us out to Yard House during one of the day Blackhawks games. Although this place is a bar, they seemed really family friendly. The staff was very attentive and all the food that passed our table looked really good. I liked a lot of the items on the menu and ended up ordering their signature mac and cheese as well as onion ring tower and tomato bisque. The onion rings and sauces that it comes with are awesome, especially for a group! And the mac and cheese was really good, with a lot of pieces of bacon and mushroom. I would definitely come back here again if I am in the area because there was a bunch of pasta options as well as french onion soup on the menu that I wanted to really try.
(4)
Courtney K.
I love this place, it is one of my favorites in the greater chicago area. My family has been coming here for years and we are never dissapointed. Their menu is so extensive so you can visit multiple times and have very different meals. They even have a whole gardein/tempeh section of the menu for vegetarians, which is not something I see often. I came here last Sunday with my sister and we split an ahi poke appetizer which was very large, fresh fish, and overall delicious. For entrees I tried the porcini crusted halibut...SO amazing! The fish was seasoned very well with a delicious mushroom sauce, and also came with parmesan mashed potatoes AND bok choy! My sister got the pepper crusted filet which I tried, and it was very good and also came with mashed potatoes. In the past I have gotten their garlic seafood pasta and tacos and loved them too. It is an upscale sports bar and there are plenty of TVs to watch whatever game is on. Yard house is the best!
(5)
Jessica D.
Came in for a business group lunch. Really great vibe and friendly staff, amazing menu (one of each please!). And if that doesn't blow you away, check the huge collection of beers on tap. Sports on screens, casual but fun vibe. Will be back again soon!
(4)
Ryan M.
Pretty good food. Very good service, busy place though. Plenty of beers on tap. And place was fairly well kept. Not too pricey but not cheap.
(4)
Kiran H.
My past review talked about how great this place was, besides the burgers. I was here recently and had such a great time that I reminded myself to update this. The burger I had was fantastic! Cooked to a perfect medium. I'm also a fan of the new presentation of their burgers. Not as fancy but I liked it better. As always, the drinks were strong and the service was great. I always expect a wait (this place is super popular), but it's never that long. The host's estimates are always on point. I'm glad to have this place as a staple "go-to" restaurant, as it literally has no flaws at this point.
(5)
Emily F.
Good comfort/American food and pretty good service. Only went once and would go back.
(4)
Gin G.
Why a place like this doesn't take reservations is beyond me. The food is just ok. Why people choose to wait hours to eat at this place is ridiculous. If we don't get seated right away we go somewhere else in the mall. Tons of other places to eat with better food n prices!! My son loves sweet potato fries so that's all he ever gets. I liked their adult Mac n cheese. But too rich to eat the whole thing. Gotta eat it as a side dish.
(2)
Jaquie K.
I really love this place they seriously have everything. I'm not a drinker but the selection is huge. Happy hour OMG all the best apps for extremely cheap ahhhmazing. I have been here a bunch of times and try something new each time and I am NEVER disappointed.
(5)
Dave P.
Returned to Yard House after an average first experience and what a difference. The egg rolls were fantastic and extremely flavorful and the house IPA had a nice bite to it. The Hawaii Burger with pineapples was innovative and the different tastes within it worked well together. Good classic rock played in the background, and the atmosphere seemed kid-friendly without being too loud or chaotic. Waitress was friendly, prompt, and accommodating. Food was served on time and the pricing was very reasonable. Nice job Yard House!
(4)
George S.
Have been visiting the yard house since they first opened in the Glen. I'm a bit disappointed in recent visits. First night the third person to come to our table took our orders for food and drinks. I asked if they were drawing straws in the kitchen. Should not take more than 10 min for someone to at least take beverage order. Second visit a few days later took 8 minutes for server to find us. Because of earlier visit I timed from seating. Tuna crunch salad and turkey pot pies were good. Management needs to get service back under control. We visit the BOCA RATON location frequently and would give them 4 stars. Young crowd and young families. Reasonable prices.
(3)
Rusty M.
The menu is super over whelming. Whether you're ordering food or beer, there's too much to choose from. I opted out of ordering a beer because our waitress was pressuring us for an order. Which leads me to also say, our waitress seemed annoyed to be serving us, she came to check on us before the food arrived, after the fact, we didn't see her until our meal was finished. I order some kind of Parmesan herb fries, my fries arrived plain. When the waitress came back at the end of the meal, I told her about them and she said "I won't charge you for them" no apology or anything. I also have to say she sighed a lot, and rolled her eyes. She had no suggestions on what to order other that saying "the mac & cheese is good" as I said before-the menu is huge. There's a lot to look at.. And she only suggests the mac & cheese? Strange. The restaurant has a lot to offer, maybe with someone who actually likes her job, we could have taken more away from it.
(2)
Ina B.
First time here and not a good experience. Appetizer's playe were not cleared from the table Everthing was spicy and the street tacos were not a good choice. Fish n fries was ok, although the sauces - tartar and thousand island- were hot and vinegry, respectively. Atmosphere is good, nice music. Heard the have a large beer selection. Didn't go for drinks this time.
(2)
Chris N.
Yard House would be what I'd affectionately describe as a sports bar for yuppies. It's The general area is one where many executives and high net worth people live. The restaurant itself is located in 'The Glen' which is an assembly of stores that make up a nice outdoor shopping village. It is a dimly lit spot where people who work nearby love to congregate after work while the traffic on either 94 or 294 dies down(read: if you arrive between say 4-6 be prepared for a possible wait). The decor bends toward the higher end however they eschew any pretentious water features or ornate paintings for nicely sized flat screen HD t.v.s so that you can catch the game and enjoy the company of those you came with simultaneously. The cuisine is also something that distinguishes them as well. They have some interesting food choices which are decidedly more sophisticated than say your average Champs or Buffalo Wild Wings. I personally like the Spicy Thai Chicken Pizza and the fancy smancy(sorry, I can't recall the actual name) egg rolls. Of course, it wouldn't be a sports place if you couldn't get some good tap or craft beer and hot wings, which they do have and are tasty also. They do have killer happy-hour specials where in many cases you can get the full portion of items for say $6-$7, like that aforementioned Spicy Thai pizza....hint, hint.... All said, I like Yard house. Its fancy enough to enjoy a nice date -maybe not the first one but it could be. It's also has a common enough feel that you could go with the bros and catch the game. I've been several times at different times of the day and it's always a cool atmosphere. So if you've graduated from the juvenile theme of places like hooters, this is a really nice spot to check out just for a decent meal or to catch a game.
(3)
A N.
This place is so nice on the outside and inside There food is delicious I got there steak and shrimp which was really good and they had good costumer service the waitress was so nice I would definitely come back to grab a bite to eat
(5)
Mallory S.
For a chain restaurant and what it is this place is 5 stars!! Onion rings are awesome they done fall out of the batter like most places and calamari is very good. Burgers were the best part excellent burgers for the price. Cooked perfect and fresh!! We has the regular cheese burger, lamb burger, and Gorgonzola burger. Will definitely come back for food and drinks! 80 bucks for three beers two appetizers and three entrees is awesome for the quality of food!
(5)
Jack G.
Only been for lunch but have a good pizza and soup deal for $10. Good value, good service, and good food
(4)
Daryl G.
Been here twice, never again. This is the worst tasting most over-priced junky food ever. Sticky tables, slow service and management that could care less about your dining experience. We both ordered the fish of the day, one broiled the other one with a nut crusted sweet cloying syrupy sauce. We couldn't decide which one tasted worse. Yard House = Yard Waste.
(1)
Christina M.
The place is huge, great for groups and kids. The menu has a ton of variety and a ton of small snacks plus entrees. We ordered the lettuce wraps, coconut shrimp and turkey pot pie. Lettuce wraps were spicy, came with three sauces which were delicious, a peanut, soy and sweet and sour. The shrimp was great, very crispy on the outside with a ton of shrimp meat on the inside and it comes with a shredded spicy papaya salad.
(5)
Richard Y.
My family voted to have dinner here to celebrate a milestone and who am I to argue given the very close proximity to the house and the reliable food and drink. Service: 5 stars! Despite the throng of people, we were seating in the promised time (15 min), and the server was at the table as soon as we sat! Refills were done proactively, the app and entrees came out in a timely way, and paying was a breeze. Nice job by Joanne. Food: 3.5 stars. The chicken lettuce wraps 4, calamari 3 (too greasy and too many tentacles vs. rings), steak sandwich 3.5 (one totally gristle bite and wimpy portion of beef), kids pizza 4, southern fried chic, 4, carnitas tacos 3.5 (rice too spicy). Pint of Blue Moon 5 (can't mess this up with slice of orange) Atmosphere: 4 stars. Nice vibe. If the table weren't so sticky, a 5. Value: 3.5. It almost felt like being in Old Pasadena
(4)
Brad H.
huge selection of food - remarkably good quality for a bar
(4)
Joshua N.
Yard House is part of a chain of about 8 restaurants and to my knowledge is the only one in the area. They manage to stay pretty well away from the pitfalls of the huge chains, namely having bad food and zombie-like service, while managing to offer some of the things that we love about them, like sprawling menus and absurdly inexpensive happy-hour appetizer specials. Every weekday from 3-6PM, a large selection of appetizers, pizzas, and sliders are available for half price. They have what appears to be 5 dozen beers on tap and pump their huge dining room full of classic rock, so expect a pretty big after work crowd during the week.
(4)
Caitlin B.
Yardhouse holds a place in my heart. I'd probably give it 3.5 stars, but since I was just there earlier this week, I'm feeling generous and will round up. I used to come here often when I worked nearby at a big corporate park. I was one of the zillion 20-something new grads there, and we all worked from 8:00-4:00 so we had more of an evening to enjoy, and that was timed PERFECTLY to meet at Yardhouse for their amazing happy hour and complain about work. Happy hour is still amazing here, but now that I work in Evanston and love my job, I don't tend to make it here in time, but if you can, you should. Their appetizers are all delicious, and 50% between 4:00-6:00 PM. That, coupled with the amazing beer selection, means that you could be extremely hungry and leave here having only paid about $20 to be full of food and couple of drinks. The service here can be a bit spotty (especially when it's crowded), but the food is pretty solid across the board, and the beer list rocks. I know this is a chain, but it has a much less chain-y feel than Chili's or Applebees. Also, they play oldies non-stop, and I happen to really enjoy that.
(4)
Osh N.
Consistently excellent food and service. They serve beer-appropriate but not bar food; gastropub style. The poke stack is epic. ( Tip: ask them to add diced tomato). The house Trippel and bourbon barrel quad are amazing. A small wish is to add a true Flemish sour (Duchesse De Bourgogne maybe?) to round out the Belgian side of the beer menu. Again, good form YH.
(5)
Shelley K.
I love this place. they cater to your random requests (which I have many of)... and overall their food is amazing. I get burgers, pasta, salads, I have probably tried all of the appetizers at least once... everything has been good.
(5)
Kristin D.
Extensive beer menu and drink menu. Satisfies people's varied tastes. My friends and I tried a couple of the beer cocktails. We ordered the Jack & Ginger, Dreamsicle, and the Sunburn. All were excellent. I also tried an Upper Manhattan. Not sure why I did since I'm not a whiskey drinker. It was strong but I liked it. We love the Hot & Spicy edamame and the spinach dip. The edamame is quite addicting. Entrees are tasty. Good flavors, nice presentation. Service is kind of slow. Not sure why. We waited more than 40 minutes for our food to arrive due to a snafu. But management was quick to remedy the situation. The fast response by managers was greatly appreciated. I'm pretty sure we will be back to try out more of the drinks and food.
(4)
Akta D.
I really like this place. The location is superb since it is right next to the movie theater. The food is great. Being a vegetarian and actually finding choices with meat substitutes is great. Their Gardein wings are so good, but the Gardien Thai Chicken pizza is my absolute favorite. Along with that the lettuce wraps are some of the best. This place also introduced me to a variety of beers so I love trying new beers there. The biggest downfall is that I wish the waiters new a little more about beer and also if they had customizable beer flights.
(4)
Isabella K.
I love this place! I have been here quite a few times, and each time I am pleased with my decision of going. While the drive is a bit for me coming from Chicago, the free parking and the food, totally worth it for a date night. They have a generous beer selection, which to me and my significant other means a lot. I also enjoy their wine and cocktail list. My favorite drink of choice would be the Escalade, it is amazing, and I am not one to usually go for mixed drinks. They have a great menu as well. Their appetizer list is pretty neat, calamari, mini burgers, its a great selection in my opinion. I love their bacon burger, I mean come on who does not love bacon. Even now, sitting here and thinking back on the times I have been there, to celebrate my first interview for a job, to getting the job, and even later on to just go there. It quickly has become my place of choice for a great meal and great service. Quick tip of advice, we always try to call about 15-20 minutes before arriving, to see if there is a wait, and if there is- then to have our name placed on the seating list so that we can have a table when we arrive.
(5)
Amy H.
I've never had a bad experience here. Everything on their menu is good. I've tied the cheeseburger, Mac and Cheese, grilled cheese and tomato bisque. It's just flavorful, fatty goodness. The service is superb and the pricing is just right. Also, in the summer, there is outdoor seating so you can enjoy the outside breeze.
(5)
Alison M.
Came here to celebrate a birthday dinner with ~30 people and it was a very nice choice. The staff were very accommodating to all of us and our server was very skilled in taking all orders, delivering the food, and organizing all the checks. Everything at this restaurant tastes great. Sandwiches and burgers range from $10-$13. I'd recommend the Mac & Cheese or the Cuban Roast Pork Dip. Very dim lighting that makes the environment intimate, but the bar in the middle of the restaurant & TVs stationed across all sides, makes the vibe casual. Whether you're on a date, or simply grabbing a bite with your family, Yard House is a great for all occasions.
(4)
Eric S.
Always have a great time here. Service is awesome food is amazing. And it's not to pricey. Especially when u come during half price appetizers. Love this place. And love all the beer choices!!!
(5)
Rafael C.
Definitely one of Glenview's nicest places to hang around in. They have plenty of food options and many beers on tap. It was a pleasant surprised coming here for a co-worker's final goodbye. We took advantage of the happy hour specials which made it such a nice bargain considering I find the place a bit pricey but manageable. There wasn't a good deal on drinks but the half priced apps were pretty good. The Moo Shu Egg Rolls with the apple ginger plum sauce rocks! Besides having lots of beer on tap, I was happy to see a few options for cider even though they can use more. The mixed drinks were good as well. I shall return for sure but for now I'll keep it to happy hour.
(3)
Craig F.
We decided to go the Yard House with a few friends for my wife's birthday. Things started out great. Quick seating. Good beer selection. Then we ordered. The service was severely lacking because we were in the middle of a server transition (he wanted to go on break because he was closing). He stopped by to give us our drinks and take our order. We received our drinks and proceeded to wait 45 minutes for our food. This wouldn't have been that big a deal, but the no server ever came back to check on us and ask to refill our empty glasses. On numerous occasions we asked passing servers if they could find our lost server, but to no avail. We ended up going to the bar ourselves to get drinks. This is a birthday dinner and we wanted to celebrate. Finally, our food shows up and it's a little more than warm. But we moved past that. Our server returned and we ordered another round... it never came. So when when the check came I decided to do something I never do, tip low. Which I did, 8%. If I ever do go to the Yard House again, I'll sit at the bar. At least I know my service will be great because I'll be doing it.
(2)
Matt V.
Favorite restaurant in Glenview. I have gone their quite a few times and everything is consistent--food and service. Most of all, I love the beer selection!
(5)
Unbiased R.
The following comments were from Yard House in response to my initial review: ---------- Hi Unbiased, We are very sorry to learn that we prepared your burger incorrectly! We wish our team would have remade it for you or replaced it with something else. When time allows, please contact us at guestservices@yardhouse..... Kindest Regards, Carrie C. ---------- It's super cool that Yard House cares what its customers think. SUPER COOL! Thanks!!! On a side note, I generally don't send food back. I worked in the foodservice biz for a number of years, and I'd rather walk away less than satisfied than have something nasty done to whatever I'm going to eat. Definitely not saying that they do this at Yard House, but it's always a possibility at ANY establishment when food is sent back to the kitchen with a complaint.
(3)
Kris L.
I'd give it 3.5 stars really. Pretty busy place, walked in on a Friday night and was told it would be about a 20-25 min wait but were seated in 10. Always nice. They have an extensive menu so it may be good to have an idea of want you want before going. Beer menu seemed pretty good but I opted for a skinny margarita which was delish. The restaurant was pretty big and pretty loud, service was ok, and food was decent. Nothing blew me away. Might be a good place to stop if we were in the area, however I don't think we'd make a special trip just to come here.
(3)
Dylan H.
Initially, the selection of beer listed on their site is what brought me in. Their menu is huge, and I always feel bad for the cooks/chef when I see that. However, my Hawaiian burger was phenomenal (there is something in the Aloha sauce). I washed it down with a Two Brothers Cane and Ebel, and it was equally delightful. I will definitely be back.
(4)
Jonathan C.
This is a solid bar for Glenview. There are just a few things that make it a 3 star place in my book . First while they do have a section of beers, It was quite hard to find something unique that I would want. I wanted a Maibock ( beeradvocate.com/beer/st… ), which is traditionally a style of beer that is brewed and ready to drink in May. They only had Rogue Dead Guy Ale. While this is a solid beer, it is probably the most popular Maibock I can think of. I would have thought that in May they would have an additional seasonal Maibock and not just their standard everyday one. Secondly, I thought the prices were a little high for pretty standard, nothing fancy apps. A plate of nachos here was more money than a huge bowl of mussels and thing of fries at the Hop Leaf (I compare this place to Hop Leaf since they are both beer bars). The chicken wings here were an order of 12 for like $12. If I'm paying such inflated prices at a bar, I want something interesting or creative to eat. Another concern of mine was that they can no longer serve yard sticks of beer. WTF Glenview, you're forcing them to not serve what they are supposed to. But unless you're planning to do some serious chugging a yard of beer is pointless since it will get warm on you. But its hard to expect much character and awesomeness out of a chain bar..... oh well it had promise, just could not deliver.
(3)
Bill M.
I was "kidnapped" by my +1 and taken to Yard House, which is apparently one of her fave places on her home turf. This is part of a chain I had never heard of previously. We came on a Monday evening and the place was doing brisk business. Supposedly there is always a wait at peak weekend times, even though the place seems cavernous. There are numerous TV's set to different sporting events, so pick the game you want to watch, or not. The place has a good beer selection but we did not try any. I ordered a plate of "bearnaise" sliders with some shoestring fries, not bad actually. There are no real bargains on the menu, unless you hit some happy hour specials.
(4)
mauricio o.
my server was the last person on earth i would ever want representing my own business. It is a shame that someone so lethargic and despondent is actually paid to interact with people. This girl was a plain jane all the way around. like the least special person to ever greet a table. anyways thank the restaurant heavens that she went home and this guy took over. The male server was courteous and polished, while still remaining genuine. The overall experience was a let down though compared to other yard house restaurants. turkey burger was over salted. fries were skimpy. and there were so many confused employees running around. With the inconsistencies they showed in the few hours i was there, I couldn't imagine a single reason to go back.
(1)
Rick F.
Cool workers. Fun place with kids. Also fun with the guys cool beer :) I'm here 2 times a week after that across the street happy time @ cup of cake :)
(5)
Arie W.
Yard House has the best selection of beers, too many that I don't know if I'll ever get to try every single one, but it always keeps it interesting when I go. I think that's probably the only great thing I can say about Yard House. The food there is decent at best, but there is not a single item on the menu that I ever look forward to eating, not to mention that it's overpriced. The best time to come would be during their happy hour: after work or after 10pm when appetizers are half price. Within the Glen, I'll admit this is probably the restaurant I go to the most (aside from Potbelly's), strictly because of the beer selection and it has a lot of TV's to watch multiple sports games. This location also has a ton of seating so there usually is no wait for a table.
(3)
Mariam R.
Stopped by after we saw Les miserable last night and wow! Was a surprised with the selection of beers and the quality of food. I ordered the halibut with asparagus in a creamy mushroom sauce. My husband had a simple cheeseburger and their special truffle fries. It was delicious! Will be back and definitely want to come for happy hour.
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Janice M.
A good trendy place to hang out. Yard House offers amazing selections on beer. This restaurant has served as meet up place with my fellow high school friends whenever I make it back to Norhtbrook. I have been here for both dinner and lunch, and they seem to always be busy. Their food here is decent. To be honest, I don't remember much of what I had and how good it was but I do remember that they had good beer. lol. I will be sure to write another review when I go home for Thanksgiving.
(4)
Roy H.
Half priced appetizers during happy hour, over 100 beers on tap. It gets a little busy sometimes and waits can be long. But it is a very fun place to go with a big group. Great food, though a bit expensive.
(3)
Stephen R.
besides having over 100 beers, this place blows. The food is bar food which is the same everywhere but it is always absolutely jammed. It succeeds because there is nowhere else to go up in glenview and the burbs. If you are that hard up for a beer and burger I guess this is your spot, otherwise it the steak and shake and buy a 6 pack at 7-11.
(2)
Chris D.
Five stars alone for the half-priced appetizers from 3-6 p.m., with several vegetarian options. The Gardein "beef" sliders and wings were awesome, as were the thin-cut fries that came with the sliders. We also tried the oinion ring tower and cheese dip. Yum! I was in the mood for a fruity beer, and the server was kind enough to bring us samples to taste. The St. Louis Framboise was excellent.
(5)
Kevin O.
I am actually a big fan of this place. For Appetizers I recommended the Onion Ring Tower or the pecan salad bother are excellent. main course wise the Pizza's pretty good and their burgers are also really nice and juicy. I am looking forward to going to this place next year when I'm 21 because they have a huge selection of beer on tap. Otherwise I recommend the Lemonade with sugar on the brim is really good. Usually this place is always busy on a weekend night like a Friday or Saturday night but there is a big parking garage nearby so parking's not a problem. It's also a great place to stop after or before seeing a movie which is right next door.
(5)
Anita M.
If I originally reviewed Yard House a couple years ago I'd say its definitely got 4 star potential. However over time I've begun to put this place further and further back in the list of places to go back to. A couple days ago I returned with a couple friends and took advantage of their happy hour. After placing our order and getting the food, our server made a comment along the lines of "you think you guys got enough food?" I'm not sure whether I should be embarrassed or laugh out loud?! Either way its not a comment you expect from a server in my opinion. I also found it funny that throughout the meal we felt very rushed yet when we were ready to check out our server asked if we would mind that he takes and puts the order in for a large table. We didn't mind but found it ironic. Anyway, this place is a little pricey so I would only go for the happy hour
(2)
Doris D.
This goes out to all the suburban haters: The Yardhouse rules. The music rocks (classic rock!), the portions are huge, the service is super quick and it's half price (huge portion) apps from 3-6 every day. HUGE beer selection. Yes, parking sucks, so go park by my house! One star down because they were out of bbq ribs (yes i know, I am sorry, I try to be a vegetarian every single day of my life and fail at it miserably). You go, the Glen.
(4)
Becky P.
I think, if you are a bartender in a "beer bar", that you should know what you're talking about. When I know more about beer than you do....mmmm....not looking too good. Now, the food here is very tasty, but I think a little on the expensive side. Last time, we went during Happy Hour, and that was great, especially if your on a budget.
(3)
Andy J.
So many beers on tap it would even make the Angry Frenchman happy. Wait, the Angry Frenchman will never be pleased. I've only had one visit but I'm s fan. Waitress was fun, whitty and attentive (also smoking hot). The food was good and served in large portions. If you go you need to try a beer float. I had the double coffee stout float and it far exceeded my expectations.
(4)
Dee W.
With nearly 100 beers on tap, you just can't go wrong. We ended up ordering an adult entree of their mac n cheese - how can you go wrong with truffle oil, grilled chicken and bacon in mac n cheese? Other than that, the portions are huge (goes along with the price) and between their burgers and sandwiches, they have some delicious entrees, as well. Service is friendly and quick and they accommodated the two kids in our group very well with water sippy cups and milk sippy cups and crayons/coloring books to boot!
(4)
Jane K.
Went back after a couple years to reacquaint myself with my favorite sirloin dish. I like my meat a bit bloody and therefore hopefully preventing the kitchen staff from thinking that they can dump a two week old piece of beef well done on me but.... this time.... the meat was soooo sinewy and tough, I just chewed out some flavor and eventually had to spit out almost every bite. I was sooo crushed! I'm still debating whether or not I can get myself to give it another chance, chucking up my last experience to Yardhouse having had a bad night. Friend had the jambalaya and it was alright... albeit on the salty side.
(2)
Christiana S.
I've been working in the NW 'burbs for about 3 months now, and the Yard House has quickly become my go-to spot for lunch. I LOVE LOVE LOVE it. The food here is phenomenal (think upscale bar food). My favorite is probably the orange chicken, but I'm also partial to the bernaise sliders and spinach artichoke dip. And my favorite co-worker swears by the turkey pot pie, which is literally a good 12 inches wide. (Amazingly, I've seen her finish this massive pot pie, which is impressive considering she weighs about 100 pounds soaking wet.) This place has a massive selection of beer, and you can actually order it by the yard. What's better than that? They also make a beer float for dessert, which is made with a chocolate stout and vanilla ice cream. It sounds kind of gross, but trust me when I say it is totally and absolutely delicious. The servers are always pleasant (and the host/hostess will usually wait for you to take off your coat and sit down before throwing a menu at you, which is always nice). The decor is like an upscale sports bar. The televisions can be a little distracting (even with the sound off), but at least I'm usually able to catch up on my ESPN watching during lunch. This place also does large groups well even though they don't have a private room; my department had our Christmas luncheon here this past year, and everyone left happy. And as far as the most tell-tale sign of well-run restaurant goes: the bathrooms here are immaculate. Definitely worth a visit.
(5)
Holly G.
I love the food, chicken sandwich is amazing. Unbelievable selection of beer. Great people.
(5)
Caitlin G.
Confession: I kind of LOVE the suburbs. In fact, it's more than love... I kind of am OBSESSED with the suburbs. I have to refrain from jumping in my car and driving beyond the city limits most Saturday mornings and afternoons. When I give into cul de sac and strip mall temptation, however, I am always pleased when I find myself near the Yard House for dinner. Despite being in The Glen, which can be a bit overwhelmingly for even the biggest suburbiaphile, this spot has a cozy and warm feeling that is perfect for wintry months. The beer selection is fantastic, and the food is tasty. Burgers are always a solid choice, as are the steaks. (I'm a lady who likes cow, apparently.) Watch out for the onion rings--deadly delicious! If you're trying to eat dinner here, be sure to allow time in you schedule for a wait. In the meantime, vulture by the bar and snag a free seat when you can for another yummy brew.
(5)
Christian A.
This is my new spot! The food was incredible and oh so many drink selections. I had the Hawaiian burger which delicious! Then I had their strongest beer. It was superb. Great atmosphere and the prices were fair. Definitely coming back.
(5)
Angela W.
Happy hour is the best... half priced appetizers anyone?! I come here fairly often and usually get the same few dishes: vodka shrimp pasta, mac n cheese squared, enchiladas, and FRIES! I must admit, I am a fry fanatic, and this place has great fries. Like, amazingly great fries. In fact, I would go to yardhouse only to eat fries if it was socially acceptable. Anyways, I'm not the biggest beer fan, but I can see that they have a huuuuuge selection. Overall, a good place for dinner with friend and/or family.
(4)
Scott H.
I've always really wanted to love Yard House out in 'Pleasantville,' but tonight finally made me swear myself off the place. Sat down with my wife after a busy day of taking care of business and was eager to reward ourselves with a couple IPA's and an onion tower while watching the Bears game. We enjoy the (usually) better service at the bar so we saddled up and were promptly greeted. We soon had beers in hand and didn't have to wait too long for our barkeep to return and take our food order. Then we waited. At least 30 minutes for apps in a half-empty restaurant? Then when we finally noticed our order bathed in light under the heatlamp, we waited another 10 minutes while a half a dozen servers and the manager hung out and chatted five feet away from us while they watched the clock. I finally reminded one of the bartenders that we could see our food and hoped to be able to eat it soon. She found someone to bring out the food, but alas the rings were somewhere between lukewarm and chilly at this point. We picked at them for a bit until someone took notice and offered to put in another order 'since they don't take that long.' Sure enough we had a new order of rings in front of us in five minutes (what took so long the first time?). A few minutes into our appetizer, the second bartender who checked on our order interrupted us with 'Hey, I'm leaving soon, can I cash you out?' Sure, whatever. Very, very rude, I'm in the middle of my food and I guess I'm being cut off. We settled up and gave a decent tip since I hoped our initial bartender would see at least some of it. We finished up and decided to leave early in the second half instead of opening a new tab. We asked for a manager and explained that the bartender's greed in asking for us to cash out (to get her tip) led us to decide to cut our visit short and head somewhere else for the remainder of the game. He seemed to 'get it' and I hope he had a talk with the bartender in question. Not sure that I care in any case. So, the subpar service and the fact that this place is quite overpriced (see my prior review) will lead my hard-earned dollar to a more attentive restaurant. We should be supporting the local mom 'n' pops instead of corporate chains anyway, so I guess I've learned my lesson. Off to Meier's Tavern.
(1)
Sue K.
This place was so great that I don't even know where to start. Our waitress was phenomenal. She recommended great beers and the best way to order our food. She was friendly, honest, and even brought us empty beer bottles when we wanted to play a card game. I ordered a mixed beer: Guiness and Blue Moon. It was great. It tasted like a lighter Guiness with a hint of Blue Moon ..but I guess the name just states what I poorly described. They have tons of beers on tap, and although they were out of several that we wanted, our waitress was sure to recommend other similar ones. We were there for half price appetizers, so we ordered the chicken nachos. Since I don't eat chicken, it was put on the side. Our waitress recommended we get the chips on the side, and it came out to be like chips and dip. It was a great idea, and much better than had it been all mixed together. Although it wasn't the best chips and dip ever, it was good. It was similar to bar food. Parking is simple, as it is located at the Glen and there's a parking lot. The atmosphere was also nice. Very clean, dim lighting, and tv screens everywhere to watch the sports games you want. It's definitely a place to check out if you're a huge beer fan, and although it's a bit on the expensive side, it is pretty delicious.
(4)
Elizabeth R.
I really wish I could say that I had nearly as good of an experience as the rest of the Yelpers on here but sadly The Yard House was just plain awful. First off I live just west of the City so a 30 minute trip was made just to go to this place. My roommate (who has been to many of the other Yard Houses in other states) had been ranting and raving about the food and beer here for weeks so he's the one who convinced me to even bother with a trip to the suburbs. Right from the start the place had the feeling of a cheap restaurant made to look fancy. Lots of seating which is good but very much reminded me of the Old Country Buffet that my parents took me too as a child. When we first walked in there were about 4 hosts chit chatting and not paying any mind to us so as my friend found us table I went to the washroom. Bathroom was disgusting and not cleaned and all of the faucets seemed broken but then again maybe they weren't since they were the auto-start kind. It seriously took me about 5 minutes to rinse all of the soap off my hands since so little water came out. Not happy. OK, OK, OK so at this point I know someone is going to read this and think I am a brat but please keep reading!!! So our waitress takes about 15 minutes before she bothers to comes over and take our order. Oh and at this place you need to request water, they do not just bring it like most restaurants which I am all for, lets be green people! This is where the problems begin: Problem 1: when we do ask for water she never brings it. Problem 2: she does not bring the necessary items to eat (plates, forks, etc.) until asked Problem 3: never once clears the table so we have plates everywhere the entire meal Problem 4: seems to forget about us (mind you the place is empty) Problem 5: she smelled terrible! i'm talking so bad that even with her standing at the foot of our booth our entire table could smell her!!! So besides the cheap decor and horrible staff I am hoping the food will blow my mind...so very, very wrong I was. So there is 3 of us and we take advantage of the half off appetizers and based off my roommates recommendation we order the following: -spicy tuna rolls -calamari -blue crab cakes -jamaican jerk chicken wings -fire cracker wings All of these items are sub par at best and for what they normally charge outside of happy hour I would be very, very disappointed if I had paid full price. I'm not sure if it was the cook that day or if the items weren't fresh since it was the day after the 4th or if the people who eat here have never had good seafood or wings before but it was just terrible. I do see from the other reviews that the sliders and salads are very good but since I did not try this and I have no intention of ever going back this place only gets 1 star and that's only because they do have a huge beer selection on tap. All and all unless you live near this place there are hundreds of better places to eat then The Yard House.
(1)
Conly D.
Put simply, happy hours! They have remarkable happy hour specials! Half off their apps and pizza. Wow! Not to mention they have over 100 beers on tap, how can you go wrong?! Granted, I live across the street and can walk over whenever I like, but it's always packed in there and the quality of food is great! FYI - Be sure to bring your ID, regardless of your age as they card very hard there.
(4)
Kimbele S.
a truly sucky suburban bar/restaurant. 1) no prices next to their extensive beer list. the reason for this was explained to me by our waitress: 'due to the change in market prices (?!), we don't print prices as they change frequently.' this isn't lobster, people. i was very tempted to ask for individual prices for every beer on the menu. 2) after asking if they had any specials, the waitress responded that they have no drink specials, as they are 'illegal in the state of illinois'. she was clearly confused by this portion of the illinois happy hour law: "Reducing or fluctuating prices during the licensed premises' normal operating hours (from opening until closing). Prices must be the same for all customers, for all purchases for the whole day." ok, fine. in that case, do you have any drink specials for the entire day? her answer: oh no, no. it costs a lot of money to maintain this building and print this menu (cheesecake factory-style), so we don't do any specials on drinks. yikes. plus, food is gross, overpriced and greasy. while i don't purposefully seek out or expect much from suburban bars, this one is the pits.
(1)
Christine S.
Went to The Yardhouse for lunch today... They have a pretty decent selection on the lunch menu... I had the Turkey Cobb Salad and it was pretty good. They've got a shit ton of beers on tap, a very spacious and open restaurant. The wait staff and greeters are friendly and attentive.
(4)
Keith A.
Always a good standby, I went here with a friend the other night. The beer selection is well worth the trip and the food is pretty good. I had the sashimi tuna and had some coconut shrimp as well and both hit the spot. there's a ton of beer on tap, and it makes for a lot of fun trying out a bunch of different beers. Its not spectacular, but its really good and that works well
(3)
John H.
The Yardhouse gets a one star deduction for being located in the Stepford Wives housing complex known as The Glen and another deduction for not having actual yard glasses. It's a shame, because the food here is excellent. Standard American fare mostly, and pretty well done all around. Let's start with the location: it blows. And we're done. Moving on to glassware. Now, it strikes me as a bit odd to name your restaurant after an item you choose not to serve. I was told by a waiter here that the full yard glass was discontinued when patrons would order full yards before last call, down them, and play bumper cars when driving home. I don't endorse drunk driving at all. I detest it so much that I don't even own a car. But I think you'll agree with me that no business has the right to name itself after a product it's too chickenshit to endorse. If they have the decency to close the place, rename it, and subsequently reopen, it'll be worth a return.
(2)
Rich M.
Have the beer then go somewhere else to eat. The atmosphere and idea of this place is great but after a couple of visits the food has always come up short.
(3)
Alex R.
My friend wanted to come here for his birthday dinner, and so we went. The first thing I noticed was the lack of street parking. What you want to do is park behind the movie theatre and then walk over. Alas, once you enter the establishment, you will note that it is quite large, with plentiful seating and big screens. We proceeded to sit at a booth and were greeted by our friendly server, Patrick. I got the Portabella Burger with avocado ($10.55 + $1.50 = $12.05). The burger came, and it was of a normal size, and of adequate taste. A huge portion of semi decent skinny fries were served along with it. A decent burger, yes. One that justifies the price tag? No. Having eaten my share of mushroom burgers, I can say there is nothing special about this one. My friends dish arrived. Tomato Bisque Soup ($6.50), Roasted Turkey Club ($10.95) and Rogue Shakespeare St. Beer ($6.25). Yes...I am looking at the receipt, which surprisingly managed to not get eaten by my purse, lol. Alas, I cannot speak for my friend, but I can speak for the bites I stole from his plate. Again, the food was okay, but nothing special for the prices. Bottom line, come here with your buddies to sample a beer from their wide selection. They are a bit overpriced, considering The Map Room in Chicago is cheaper. But...where else can you find this selection in suburbia? The atmosphere is nice, but don't bother coming here solely for dinner, it's adequate but nothing special. On the plus side, there are a ton of shops, movie theatre, and other restaurants to choose from, and you can then come here for beer ;)
(3)
Hitomi A.
Fast service and a great selection of tap beer, but not so impressed by the quality nor quantity of food for $. It was missing a wow factor... Just okay for me!
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Terrence C.
I really don't like "the glen" The idea of fake communities in the middle of nowhere irks me. So I venture out of my bona fide urban dwelling to visit the glen for 2 reasons, golf and yard house. If you like beer, and they don't have something you like here, i'll give you a dollar (totally have my fingers crossed!). Burgers are really good! I typically get down with the pepper jack burger. The bun is heaven sent. A little over being halfway through it though, i start to lose interest. Fries are pretty delicious also. No matter what you order get garlic aioli sauce on the side. I'd dip my first born in that stuff if it'd make me love him/her more. Bearnaiss sliders will hit the spot too. Portions are more than enough, and you'll probably leave with a doggy bag under most circumstances. People are friendly, sports games are on the tube, check it out.
(4)
Eric V.
From ales to stouts to IPAs, there are taps aplenty to satisfy your inner beer aficionado. It's just too bad I couldn't find any good food to be washed down by many a tall, cold one. While my burger was cooked to the right temp, it was straight-up bland. I'm not looking for fancy herbs and spices either. A little salt & pepper goes a long way folks. My wife's four cheese pizza wasn't much better. The crust might as well have been cardboard, there was way too much cheese, and the tomato sauce was hardly detectable. The Truffle Fries are actually decent and probably the best thing we had all night. I say come for the booze, but fill up on grub elsewhere.
(3)
Todd K.
I had a fantastic time here with my 150 year old grandma and my parents. Very good service, outstanding food, and plenty of beer to choose from. the food: jerk chicken and shrimp something-crazy-awesome. i like food with lots of flavor, and this hit the spot. other meals at the table included the mac and cheese (i tried it. it was incredible.), grilled cheese (didn't try it but from the facial expressions, it was a hit.), and the jambalaya with noodles instead of rice (tried it. very good, a little spicy but barely.) the beer: whatever. if you like beer, you'll be happy. they have a shmillion beers on tap. the service: we were there very early on a sunday (did i mention i was with my 150 year old grandma). i read Rosanna's reviews and i imagine a busy night might have been different. our service was just fine. i'll definitely be back, this time without the family in tow.
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Beth A.
food is goin down a notch...but the beer selection gets 5 stars our server trevor gets 5+ for being prompt and friendly and extremely knowledgable about both food and beer...and not only remembering my bf and i from our recent trip in but remembering everything we had to eat and drink as well...amazing!!! -had the spinach dip again...chips were still oily -i tried the truffle mac n cheese and if i couldnt even eat half of it...it smelled rancid and was incredibly oily and non cheesy -bf had enchiladas...they were stacked like pancakes and had a good kick to em -brownie dessert (with candle for his bday) was just ok...the brownie was pretty thin but the ice cream had good flavor yardhouse should check the expiration date on that oil and give my new favorite server of all time a big ass raise in his hourly pay
(3)
Caroline S.
Honestly, I don't know why this place only has 3.5 stars. Personally, I LOVED it. I went here with my family last weekend at around 6 o'clock. It was about half full. We didn't get any appetizers, because we didn't want to be too full, but a lot of the appetizers on the menu sounded good. For the entree I got the grilled jumbo shrimp with spicy Indonesian rice. The food came in about 15-20 minutes, which isn't too bad. But it was worth it, because I LOVED the shrimp. They were well grilled and had the perfect flavor too them. The rice was great too! I also really liked the two sauces that it came with. The portion was fairly large, but not ridiculous to the point where you can't finish it. However, we were too full for dessert. The service was alright. The waiters didn't go out of their way, but it was decent. The only con is the price. It's fairly expensive. It's about $25 dollars for 6 jumbo shrimp and rice. I would recommend going Yardhouse if you're in the area!
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Alex K.
Calamari + Bearnaise burger + mix of woodchuck cider and Young's Chocolate stout (forget what they call it now) = bliss Great staff, great American food, wide beer selection, and classic rock music. I always drink too much here. I love it.
(5)
Sarah C.
5 stars for their beer selection and waiter knowledge on them... 3 stars on food quality and 1star because my boyfriend and I both got sick tonight... Been there several times... Randomly. Call ahead on a weekend. Long waits. Expect so-so food..
(2)
Jasmine P.
I heart the plethora of beers that the Yardhouse has on tap. Don't know what you're in the mood for? They will most likely have something for you. The waiters are helpful in recommending beers for your taste as well. I like the location of the Yardhouse too. It is situated in a former Naval Air Station so it's cool to walk around before or after your meal and see parts of the Naval Air Station in the facades. The food was meh. I wasn't overly impressed, but some of the food was still tasty. We arrived in time for the reverse happy hour so our dining consisted mainly of appetizers. All of the appetizer plates were HUGE so count on sharing it or using it to be your whole meal. The chicken nachos were mediocre. I favored the guac, sour cream, and pico de gallo (who doesn't?), but the chicken was very dry and I could have done without the refried beans. We also ordered the seared ahi -- my fave and that was pretty good. We also had the turkey burger sliders which were pretty tasty. My friend really appreciated how the burger was cooked and that it wasn't dried out and tough. I liked how the fries that same with the sliders were cooked well -- thin and crispy -- yummy! I like that some of the food selections are good, but it's somewhat hit or miss. A more consistent performance of appetizers might bump up my rating. I like that the Yardhouse wasn't completely deserted on the late Monday night that we were there. There were still people around, ample amount of parking, and plenty of seating. It's very casual so it was great finding a place to eat and chat, without having to dress up. Great service -- our waiter was helpful, but not pushy. yay! Overall, the Yardhouse at the Glen gets at 3.5 stars rating from me.
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Jenni Q.
This review is really more of a 3.5 star review. I wouldn't mind coming back here again but wouldn't be first on my list of must-go places (more because of the price than anything else - food and service was great). The Yardhouse is HUGE - they have big, comfy booths all along the walls with table and bar seating towards the middle. Numerous big-screen tvs playing baseball games, basketball games, hockey games - you name it. And if the game you want to watch isn't already on, just ask the waiter and they can probably change it for you. Highlight of the meal: LOBSTER GARLIC NOODLES. Good amount of lobster, crab AND shrimp. Absolutley scrumptious noodles - garlicy but not too oily and overwhelming. The coconut shrimp appetizer and the burgers (Peppercorn Crusted Gorgonzola & the Surf and Turf) were mm mm delicious. The menu here is a mix of asian and american cuisine. Lots of interesting unique options as well as your basic burgers and pastas. You'll be sure to find something for everyone. The appetizers here are super expensive (almost nothing is less than $10) but the entrees are priced comparably to other places. Overall a solid restaurant with a great sports atmosphere, great food and great service.
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Tony M.
Yard-house is an awesome place,classic rock and great food. The burgers are made from all natural nature-well beef, and have great toppings. What i got last time was the Jambalaya pasta and i was pleasantly surprised. Jumbo shrimp, andouille sausage, and small craw-fish, over pasta and jambalaya cream sauce. It was a great dish and i will be ordering again. O, and don't forget to order the onion ring tower when you go, mhmmmhmm....
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Richard O.
The football special has come to a close for half price beer on Sundays and Mondays. Oh what will we do it was a good run. The appetizers are better than ever if you get here between 3-6pm on Mon-Fri or 10-11pm on Sunday thru Thursday when they are half price. The seared Ahi tuna is fantastic along with the spicy tuna roll. The Chinese garlic noodles are great along with the spinach dip chips and the onion ring tower. Some alternate dishes are the california roll the Jamaican wings and pizza. Clam chowder soup is great along with a good variety of import beer.
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Mikey U.
Enter the Yard House....... On my first ever getaway to Chicago with my home-girl, Esco (also a beer connoisseur), we caught word that there was a Yard House not far from our corporate office. Having only been to the Yard House in San Diego previously, and not (yet) having one in the Bay Area, we thought it opportune to have a couple of rounds to prime the night. Little did we know it would BECOME the night... This Yard House, because of its location in a residence/retail villa, and the very noticeable presence of children and families dining, seemed very much equal parts restaurant, equal parts brewpub. In a way, it was nice to slow things down and enjoy some beers in a conversational environment. I'm not sure if things here ever get too loud or rowdy, which, for some people (myself included), is part of the charm found at the San Diego Yard House. With nearly 100 beers on tap, the choices can be daunting. Fortunately for us, bartender Ron and bartender Kim were exceptionally friendly and helpful, offering up suggestions according to our taste and even letting us sample a few beers just to be sure. Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse... a hefeweissen that finishes a little peppery. Took getting used to, but good. Kronenbourg 1664... very malty... good while ice cold... started to turn pungent as it warmed a little. Rogue Dead Guy Ale... good (HA!), was a little far gone to describe it further than "s'good". Overall an excellent and enjoyable experience. A little different, a little low-key compared to San Diego's Yard House, but still a great location to start or spend an evening in/around Northbrook, IL.
(4)
Joanna P.
Good food but expensive! Beers start from $7 plus Entrees about $20 plus The food it is good just prices are not!
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Jeff R.
This is a suburban wasteland. Yes, they have 100's of beers on tap, but if you are already a seasoned beer drinker, they might not have the one you are looking for. They have 4-5 options of various beer styles, so they aren't covering the gambit by any means. After the limitations of the beer menu sink in, it is little more than an overpriced noisy chain restaurant. The servers are polite, the bartenders leave you alone when you've gotten your drinks, which is fine by me. There are a surprisingly high number of families, so I suppose it must be family friendly. They do have a brief happy hour appetizer special, but after it ends (at 6pm I believe) the menu is not worth the prices they charge. There aren't a whole lot of beer options at The Glen Town Center, but that should merely serve as encouragement to get out of the neighborhood once in a while.
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Matt R.
Pretty decent, good sized beer selection, decent food. Everything overall is not bad. I think the only surprising thing was their equivalent to "Sushi" was basically a giant scoop of fish shaped into a circle in a way that was impossible to eat. I can't really diss them for that because the waiter did inform us that it wasn't sushi sushi. Have had their Pizzas before, which are also decent, and of course their beers. Gets pretty crowded on weekends for a bar/restaurant-ish thing. Decent overall, but not amazing. 4/5
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Sal F.
Came here with my girlfriend for a late dinner. Our server came over and never introduced herself or asked us what we wanted to drink. After finally deciding on a beer I had to tell her that we were going to order food. Throughout the meal she came by twice, once during our appetizers to see how they were and the second time she just peaked over. She was not personable at all. When we were done eating we waited a good 5-7 min for her to come clean off our table and ask us if she could bring over the dessert menu by this time we were ready to leave and did not want to wait any longer but of course we ended up waiting for her to take the check back. Another server walking by noticed that we were still waiting and took it for us. On a brighter note this didn't sway our opinion on how good the food was.
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Jillian S.
I had never been to the Glen before and as a city-planner-in-training, I was very excited to spend some time here and experience it. Very cool use of an old developed site - and an excellent mixed-use community. But, this is a restaurant review - not a site plan review. The beer selection was amazing, and I'm not talking bottles, baby. Almost everything is on tap, and there are 150 selections! I sampled a Gaarten Rose - Hoegaarten White and Framboise. Heaven, but too sweet to have two. No problem, just pick one of a 100 other beers available to you! The food was creative and tasted pretty fresh. We were there during happy hour, so you could get half priced appetizers. I made a meal of two of them - coconut shrimp and the moo shu egg rolls. My favorite part were the sauces that came with them. This place does not skimp on flavor. You will walk away with a smile on your face!
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Anne W.
With every place in this suburb closed after 9 pm.. it's nice to find a place that serves drinks and food. The food is okay.. nothing special.. but it does have a casual beer atmosphere. The drinks are not terribly strong either. But oh well.. at least you can get a drink here.
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Bernadette C.
I love this place! Good food, nice place for diner and lunch! patio outside! perfect place to hang out :)))
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Mina M.
Man, they have the best clam chowder. Try it. You won't be disappointed. Regarding the 1/2 price appetizers during happy hour, here are my favorites: 1. Chicken fingers: Large and crispy 2. Calamari: Great sauce 3. Sliders: Perfect portion and the fries (skinny) are yummy 4. Hot Buffalo Wings: Spicy, salty, but pretty good 5. Garlic noodles: A must try, but only if you really like garlic As far as drinks, my favorites are the Pomegranate Press martini and the Rogue Hazelnut Brown ale beer. Stick with drinks they do well, like martinis and beer. Stay away from their mojitos and bloody marys. Not so good. Oh, and for dessert? Their Kona coffee sundae is outstanding.
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Lauren R.
Wow! This place rocked :) Definately a hidden gem. I came to that area for a quick gig and ended up walking over to that place. Service was awesome and the food was even more amazing. I had the Angel Hair Pasta with Vodka sauce and shrimp. The Calamari was to die for as well. Can't wait to come back
(5)
Christopher N.
Good food, tons of beer selections, knowledgeable bartenders if you want to experiment with new beers and a decent amount of TVs for sports. Yardhouse would get a 5 if it were not for the large number of parents that treat it like their own private version of Chuck E' Cheese. Try and sit at the back of the restaurant or the backside of the bar. We sat close enough to the hostess once and had two kids plop down at our booth to play with the candles. It is unbelievable how much some people expect the world to tolerate their rotten fruit of their loins. Aah, but I digress. Prices are in line with the quality of food, service and atmosphere. I would highly suggest for those people who knock Yardhouse for price to watch their mail for Applebee's coupons and sneak in their own Keystone Light to drink.
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Meredith H.
the menu is of epic cheesecake factory proportions - too many options to choose from and too many pages to turn to make a decision. the beer list is fantastic and their beer mixes are a great addition - more choices than your typical Black and Tan or Snakebite. food is solid, but nothing fantastic. again the variety is just too wide to be really good at any one type of food here. service was average, prices normal for a nicer chain-y type place. it's great for the glen!
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Melissa G.
Great beer selection and the good is good. Service is usually average to above average. Just a little pricey.
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Dagwood S.
I've been there several times and always had a good experiance. Good good and incredible beer selection. Really large and can be really busy during the evening...especially on the weekends. The location is right in the middle of The Glen so there is plenty to do while you wait. Good for kids or just going out with the Mrs. or even hangig out watching sports with friends.
(5)
Judd H.
As a chain for bar-type food, Yard House has a lot going for it. It has a real professional and tested menu (think Cheesecake Factory, California Pizza Kitchen, etc). So, I don't think I have ever had anything bad here. The service is not poor, it is just hit and miss as I assume they have a lot of turnover. If you have a good server, things will be great as they have good coordination with the bus staff. Also, the kids options are big and reasonably priced. I give this place less than five stars because it is really expensive especially for the alcohol for a casual dining option. Any craft beer pint will run you in the neighborhood of $7 and all of the entrees and apps are probably $2-3 more/plate than more local, less chain options.
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Shaun S.
I think I'll let everyone else talk about the food. I'm happy there. What I thought was great tonight, aside from being on top of our table of 9 which had three guests who needed to dine and bolt to a boy scout event, is that because of the table size we had a gratuity of already added onto our tab, somehow I overlooked this and added an additional 20%, she caught it and gave it back to us... very nice!
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Simone G.
Yes, the wait is always long... but the waiters are nice which is a good thing but the food can be ify it maters what you order I would suggest burgers. Their fries are amazing.
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Merrie W.
Good food, beer, and service. Wait can be long if u come on a busy evening/weekend.
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Tita P.
Well it is no secret that the burbs can be a little..hmm difficult for a single woman with no children. I love going to Yardhouse. There are actually people MY AGE!!! I usually sit at the bar and watch tv and enjoy the beer..well just one beer but they have a lot on tap if you want a variety. The bartenders are friendly and the service is really good.
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Northshore F.
Given the choices in the Glen and around, the Yardhouse is the best option. Easy place to meet someone for lunch, a drink or for dinner. Plenty of seats, so anytime I've gone there's never been a wait. Seats are comfortable. Atmosphere is good. Has a wonderful outdoor section, very nice in the summer to sit outside in the Glen watching all the activity and enjoying your meal. Menu has a wide selection. They are very accommodating to modifications. Service is excellent.
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Krissy K.
Took my niece my Mother and Father - it was a Sat night just past 5 PM and there was already a wait. Also while waiting they asked if we wanted to review the menu so not I'm thinking WOW they really want to turn over these tables. Salads were overpriced most starting at $15 - I work in River North and we have better prices. It was so loud and I felt so rushed and nervous. I have to say it was not a relaxing dining experience. The Turkey Burger was really good but I needed some deep breathing once we exited. I live in Chicago and over the years I've been to lots of restaurants and don't recall feeling so pressured or rushed as I did in that place. But maybe in Glenview with The Glen being such an attraction people are used to the mayhem.
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Peter V.
So, I just finished this amazing Pastrami deluxe sandwich. It was excellent. Bread was soft and fresh. This was an awesome first impression. Great bar atmosphere as well. I suggest you check this place out. Pretty cool.
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Orlando R.
My visit at yard house was extraordinary! I visit this restaurant at least once a month and I'm glad to say that the consistency is amazing. The service is great, the food was excellent, and the atmosphere was extremely satisfying. The beer menu is out of this world.
(5)
PH P.
I love Yard House. WE go there for happy hour late at night and they have so many vegetarian options and a huge selection of drinks. Their customer service is OK.
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AJ M.
Been coming here for years and I am never dissapointed. Over 50 beers on draft and a very large extensive menu with pretty much everything. They also have a pretty good gardein vegetarian menu! Great place for dinner, watch a game or drives before a movie. This is one if my go tos for a night out it has everything!
(5)
Rhonda R.
Went here Saturday August 8th with a party of 24 adults. The staff was very accommodating. We were all seated together. The service, atmosphere and food was great. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered. I had the Cuban pork sandwich and my husband had the steak sandwich. I highly recommend both. Someone had the chicken guacamole sandwich which she was very happy with and she's a picky eater. Our group comes here every year after the Glen Art Show and we have always had a good time.
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Anna A.
I went there with a big group, about ten people. The food was delicious, everyone enjoyed the drinks, the atmosphere was semi-fancy, semi-casual. Everything was great up until two days later when I checked the transactions on my card and the amount didn't match with my receipt. I paid with my card and left the waitress a CASH tip. On my transactions it shows that the charge from that restaurant was the total plus the amount of the tip that I left her in cash meaning she gave herself a double tip! Plus when I wanted to sign the receipt I was looking for the words "customer copy" on one of them and the waitress said " oh it doesn't matter you can just leave both copies in there and I'll take them." I was so furious. For the last couple of days Im trying to call the restaurant and figure this out because I want my money back and this is still not figured out. They can't find their receipt and I'm planning to drive out there and get my money back. That's unacceptable! One worker can sure ruin the reputation for the restaurant.
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Noor H.
This place was alright - came here and got a pizza & salad lunch special with co-workers. The food was okay but it wasn't anything super tasty or memorable. Might come back and try something else.
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Fred G.
I can't think of anything negative to say about Yard House at this point. I've been to this restaurant several times and have been impressed with their beer selection and dinner menu. Everything I've ordered has been great, with the exception of a Moscow Mule, which they promptly re-made for me with no hassle. It is also worth noting that this restaurant caters to the family/kid-oriented nature of the Glen and has large tables & booths available to accommodate your group.
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Alina S.
I've come here a few times before. So far so good. Although the wait was a bit long, the delicious food was worth it. We got the blue crab cakes w/mango chutney. They were bomb! Perfectly seasoned and crispy with the perfect not to sweet mango sliced chutney. The chicken tortilla soup was SOOOO GOOD. It was light and cheesy and filled with large chunks of chicken and avocado. Also, chalked full of fresh cilantro and chive. Unlike any other chicken tortilla soup I've had at a restaurant. For an entree since I had seafood for an app I decided to try a meat dish. I choose the BBQ Korean beef appetizer with spicy rice. First of all for an app it was HUGE. Taking some home for sure. My bf had the cheddar bacon burger with rum BBQ sauce. Best BBQ sauce I've had I think! Perfect combo of sweetness. And of course I couldn't stop stealing his shoestring fries. Def def going to keep coming back. They seem to have mastered the perfect sweet and savory profiles.
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Indya S.
Paid way too much for dry poorly crusted salmon with wasabi potatoes, first time experience. Never again.
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Alex A.
Went in for some drinks and food...and had one of the worst experiences...sat at the bar so that we could get drinks...not only did it take 15 minutes to get our first drink but we had to get one of the bartenders attention in order to ask them to take our drink order...yes they had more than one bartender...not very happy with the service at all...
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Laurice S.
I used to go here all the time when I lived in the area and still go every time I visit my parents house. The food is good, it's not super stellar but wayyy better than most American "bar and grill" type restaurants. They have an excellent happy hour with lots of choices to share apps with friends. They have tons of beers on tap from microbreweries all over the country which is cool. The burgers are pretty good. It tastes like they use better cuts than just ground sirloin bc the burgers are super thick and juicy. My parents always go for the pepper crusted Gorgonzola. The parmesan truffle fries with garlic aioli are really addicting and are like shoestring fries. They might have crack in them bc they are soo good! My fave app has to be the chicken lettuce wraps that have a Thai inspired twist to them. You can order this as your entree, be totally satisfied, and sometimes have extra to take home. The ambiance is chill, relaxed sort of sports bar-ish with all the TVs but also at times feels like a family friendly spot even for kids. I hate to compare but it's like an "upscale TGIFridays" lol.
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Pam P.
Come here for the half priced appetizers during happy hour. Or if you are a huge beer fan, they have an abundance of beers on tap. Last time I came here for dinner I ordered a vegetarian mac and cheese. In my head I thought I was ordering the "gardeinâ„¢ (MAC + CHEESE)2" but my waiter thought I meant the regular mac and cheese without chicken. Feeling a little disappointed about my meal, I asked our server where the veggie chicken was. I didn't realize I needed to specify "gardein" when placing my order. He said he would go to the kitchen and ask the chef to make chicken for me on the side. While this was happening, I didn't want to continue eating without the chicken, in fear that by the time it was ready, more than half my plate would already be gone. At the same time, while I waited, my food just sat there getting cold as I took small nibbles from it. I waited for what felt like almost 15 minutes thinking I should've just let it go and cancel the extra side chicken. That was when one of the chefs in the back personally came out and delivered a brand new gardeinâ„¢ (MAC + CHEESE)2. He said it wouldn't be the same if I were to just throw the chicken on top myself. Having thought the same thing, I really appreciated that he took the time to do that for me. I personally thought the chef was more attentive to my needs than our waiter who kept disappearing for long periods of time. In the future I now know to differentiate between the two mac's. I just wish that when I ordered, our waiter would've asked if I meant gardein or not.
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Michael B.
This is my go to place for sports bars on the north shore. The place is generally packed for big sporting events, but you can always find a great place to sit with a view of the endless flat screens displaying all the action. Food is excellent, great beer selection and wines too. Outdoor area as well during the summer. Great place with the family, just the guys or on a date.
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Dylan M.
Nice bar restaurant with a giant tap beer selection. They have a nice menu with a lot of vegetarian options. They do many creative things using gardien brand products and do it well. They of course also have lots of options that aren't vegetarian too. Great place to go and have beers sample a variety of foods and watch sports too. They have lots of TVs. I prefer to belly up to the bar!
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Daria D.
I cannot write a review that would give justice to this place. It is my favorite restaurant and everything I eat here is delicious. From tacos to pasta to burgers literally anything you get is amazing. I recently came here with the children I nanny and the kids menu is super cheap and you get a lot of food for the kids including juice and dessert. They loved it and i loved it. I will definitely frequent this place all the time like I normally do.
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Jessica C.
The beer list is amazing, but the food isn't something that I would talk over and over about to someone and beg them to go. I can say that their wait staff are one of the most nicest I've ever have had the pleasure of having. They check on you throughout your meal, and not overly check, but just to make sure everything is going okay. The hottest was very nice as well and easily accommodated our requested of having a table versus a booth. No questions asked, just re-sat us. I would go back again!
(4)
Pauline D.
Second time here. You have to try the truffle fries and organic tomato soup. The chopped salad is very tasty. I also split a hamburger with bacon and BBQ sauce. Friendly service. Avery our waitress was excellent!
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Lucas W.
I've been back a number of times but I was especially impressed by something this last go around that spurred me to up my review to 5 stars. My food was delicious as always and the beer menu as fantastic as ever - some great new options for 2014. I went with the Belgian Sampler and have to say 5/6 beers were delicious. (why would you put an IPA hybrid on a Belgian sampler...could've been 6/6). But I digress. My girlfriend got a bbq bacon cheeseburger and asked for it medium. When it came out and we first looked at it, it was definitely medium rare. However, the more she ate, we realized it wasn't even medium rare, the meat in the middle was mushy and definitely rare. Bright red. She was already full from appetizers and fries and such so it just meant not bringing the burger home for leftovers. But when we mentioned it to our waitress she was very apologetic. Without even asking, the manager came over and apologized and comp'd her burger. I know the food is always delicious so I have to assume the kitchen was in a bit of a hurry as it was an especially hectic night, but I'm especially impressed that without asking for anything the manager was so quick to comp the vastly undercooked burger. As always, Yard House is great and can't wait to go back.
(5)
Ricki S.
Great food, terrific choice of beer but very noisy. It's a sports bar the serves good food.
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Ana R.
Ugh everything was so yummy! My boyfriend is a vegetarian and I was so excited to find a place he could also choose an entree that wasn't salad. They had a nice variety of vegetarian options. I hope to one day say I tried everything. Truffle fries and grilled artichoke are a must! Also love the variety of drink options. Seems like just an all around great place. Expect to wait if you go on a Saturday night but well worth it.
(5)
Michael D.
Kids menu works. Parmasean crusted chicken in marsala wine saw didn't work so much for me. Atmosphere nice! Tables made of a material that feels sticky to the touch. Staff friendly and attentive!
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Alex R.
I work out in Glenview, IL and Yard House has been an office favorite for quite some time now. It has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, parking, vegetarian options, and is kid friendly. I have been there a couple of times for Promotion Lunches, Happy Hours and mid-day World Cup Viewings. It is great for watching sporting events or grabbing a nice lunch. The staff is friendly but slightly confused when it comes to reservations and seating. I once showed up with a party of 6 and they tried to sit us at a 4 person table (keep in mind the large size of the restaurant). Their takeout service is amazing! They pay close attention to special requests and fulfill the order in a timely manner. Their food selection ranges from healthier, vegetarian options to delicious, greasy bar food. My favorite is the BBQ Chicken salad and the Avocado Swiss burger. The portions are huge and always satisfying. I would recommend this as a reliable, hearty place to take a long lunch.
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Hannah H.
A comfortable restaurant where the waitstaff are friendly, and there's a free parking garage right around the corner. I usually get their Mac + Cheese squared, in which it's basically a cheesy macaroni and cheese with breadcrumbs, roasted chicken breast chunks, applewood smoked bacon, wild mushrooms, castallane pasta, and truffle oil - you can definitely taste that oil since they don't skimp out on that! I've also tried their Pepper Jack burger, and it was quite juicy in regards to the patty, and a good topping with the adobe pepper, the melted cheese, and the garlic aoili. The fries that come with are crispy and thin, and a good abundance of it. They have a great selection of beer if you're a beer buff, and the place itself is like an upscale sports bar. This is your traditional American restaurant that has a bar. People come here for happy hour, lunch or dinner. +Mac + Cheese squared +extensive beer selections
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Rob W.
One of those places that has been around for awhile that I had yet to get to - finally did it! Just for lunch though - no beers, so I still have that opportunity awaiting. My friend and I met up for one of our periodic pow-wows. He ordered an Ahi Tuna Salad and I opted for a Pepper Jack Burger. Both entrees were good. The tuna was grilled nicely on the outside with a raw/rare center. My burger came with a great tasting order of fries and a garlic/aoli sauce that had a lot of flavor. The burger was cooked as I specified and had a semi-hot chili pepper laid across it which complemented the flavor. Service was exactly what it should be - greeting at the door, follow up with menus on the table while I was waiting for my lunch sidekick, attentive service throughout our visit by our waiter David. Definitely worth returning - I was pleasantly surprised.
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Kay R.
This place is a bit hit or miss. They have a great vegetarian menu, featuring Gardein "meat" products, and a fantastic craft beer selection. Some of the other items on the menu, such as the truffle fries, a la carte street tacos, or roasted cauliflower live up to the gastropub vibe this corporate joint has tried to cultivate. Others like the "spicy" Thai chicken pizza, "jerk" wings, or Mac and cheese trade authentic flavor for the sugary-greasy-salty flavor trifecta so typical at corporate chains.
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Ted C.
It's a good spot if you like beer which is why my friend suggested we meet up here. He claims that every photo of me he says I've always get a glass of beer in my hand, which isn't too far off. I've been here a few times before and completely didn't notice I didn't write a review for it until now. To start off, it's pretty run of the mill, like a more grown up Chili's or Applebee's where the food is marginally a little better and the beer selection more vast. I wanted their deviled eggs and was told that basically it was 3 egg halfs for an egg and a half. I don't know who did the math on that but I'm not going to 'Lady and the Tramp' my friend over half an egg. Seriously, WTF? Fortunately, he let me be the greedy one and I ate the third half. I liked how they've now reordered their beer menu into flavor profiles which gives people not so familiar with beer to decided what they want or people overwhelmed by a giant list of beer. (I also realize now that it's probably a way to get beer guidance when some of the servers are probably not beer fans or of age.) I decided to get the Pepper Jack burger which was all right the flavor of it was okay but there wasn't much chile flavor or spice from the pepper jack so I asked for a bottle of Tabasco which fixed things. Honestly, it's an all right place for the Glen.
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Gary S.
Just getting to this one my wife and daughters eat here all the time we have the spicy tuna rolls in the appetizer section, they are excellent . My daughter had the french onion soup , she said it was good , but she did eat it all. We all had some calamari it was excellent cooked just right with the right amount of batter . The spicy jambalaya with andouille sausage was very good . Then we split some of their street tacos we had the carnitas, pork belly and the ASADA all were excellent .
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Steve S.
I've been here several times over the past few years and each time I was impressed by the food and beer. Selection of beer is the BEST! Food quality is superb! Staff is very friendly. Watch out for key busy times; it can get a bit packed in here if you time it bad; call for reservations if you can. Ambiance is a tad too dark, but that's standard and I can still read the menu without trouble. Parking is a plenty. Don't be scared off if you're driving by and don't see parking immediately in front; there is a parking garage behind with plenty of room. Lots of neat stores to visit around here, too. My favorite menu item is the Ginger Salmon served on wasabi mashed potatoes; MMMM! Recommended.
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B P.
Love almost everything I've tried. Great vegetarian options and awesome beer selection. Gets noisy with all the families and little kids.
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Elle M.
Delicious food? Yes Great, cold drink choices? Yes Friendly servers? Yes Plenty of televisions? Yes What more could you want? We had the jambalaya and bacon burger. Both were super yummy!
(5)
Ashley A.
great beer, great food, great beer So many beers on tap & our server was educated enough to give me a few good recommendations. I specifically chose this place because I love trying new beers and they have a great, big selection. The Yard House Belgian Amber Tripel by Firestone Walker was especially good. We ordered Chicken Nachos & Sweet Potato Fries with maple bacon dip. Umm, yeah; so good. I wanted to take home a jar of the dip alone. The place is pretty big with plenty of tables, booths, high top tables & seating at the bar. Only thing I wasn't thrilled about was that I was not greeted when I walked in. I walked in alone & was looking around for someone I was going to meet there. I was standing along side the front door for several minutes, but was never asked if I wanted to be seated. I finally found who I was going to meet and had to ask the hostess for a table. I would definitely return for the beer & food. Even the ambience was nice. Very clean place and the lighting was just right. The surrounding area is very cute, too. It has a downtown feel to it without all the congestion.
(4)
Kurt R.
Great place for food and beer period. The bartender Ron was an absolute expert on the beer and food. It's a great place to meet friends. The baha fish tacos along with great beer makes for a perfect evening.
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Raji V.
I love coming here because they have a great ambience. It's very relaxing. They have various beers on drafts from around the world. I like fruity drinks , try the raspberry framboise! They also allow you to sample their beers before getting them! So I ordered a drink and there was hair in it, never had this happen here before, but the waiter brought me a new drink and covered our whole check!
(5)
Jimmy J.
Still a great place for beer selection, sandwiches, and fries. We very impressed by the new Roasted Caulifower and Brusset Sprout appetizers. They were amazing You can do much much worse than Yardhouse.
(4)
Paddu P.
I love this place for 2 reasons. Kona coffee dessert and onion rings. Good pasta-burgers- chicken sandwiches. Deff worth the trip!
(4)
Yana N.
Come here for all the time! Always friendly staff, well prepared meal and good atmosphere for any occasion business lunch family dinner or just a bite to eat! My favorite neighborhood resto!
(5)
Ilya K.
Pretty sure the waitress we had was nuts. After already placing a food and drink orders she brought them to the table and told us that if we ordered off the happy hour menu our food and drinks would have been 1/2 off. Now that would have been great to know before we ordered, not after. When I asked what drinks were part of happy hour she told us that she could.not tell us and that we'd have to order them first. Now to me that sounds like you either dont know what your doing or your crazy. From the numerous awkward exchanges we had, it could have likely been both. Yard House, please get help for Tina.
(1)
Yana Y.
Where do I begin? I completely agree with another reviewer, they have no idea how to properly cook a burger or a steak. They have no clue what medium or well done means. I had to send a steak back 3 times, in order for them to get it right, and then the manager comes out to give me a lesson on how to properly order a steak? Get lost. How about you train your cooks, not your customers? I have been to the Yardhouse on numerous occasions throughout the years, but the last few times I have been there were not good experiences for me. They definitely rubbed me the wrong way. I used to always get wonderful servers, but lately they are rude and seem to always try to rush you out the door. People go out to eat to enjoy the atmosphere, relax, and get a few drinks - not rush out the door. It's tough to relax here, when you feel so rushed. They drop off the check and then you don't see them again. I can't even get anymore water? Yikes. It is bad to the point where they won't even seat you where you want. I asked to be seated by the window, to enjoy the view and they completely ignored what I said and sat me all the way in the corner by the hot, busy kitchen instead. Yeah, very relaxing! Not. This was not the first time that they've done this either. I went in last on 6/1/14, on an extremely hot day. We waited about 30 minutes or so to be seated, and once we were seated we waited another 25-30 minutes for a waiter/waitress. We didn't even get a glass of water, let alone a menu. Guess what? They never came. So my friend and I got up and walked to the front to ask where our server was. A young lady behind the counter says, "oh yeah, your server is on break. I will move you to another table." I mean, did she not know that the server was on break when she sat us there almost 30 minutes ago?? Unreal. I made a comment, before leaving, and the same young lady says, "sorry, we'll do better next time." That just really got under my skin for multiple reasons. I cannot tell you how much business I brought to this establishment. I have had multiple business meetings here, and I even recommended this place to plenty of friends because I liked the ambiance. Anyways, I was so aggravated that I had to call and speak to a manager. I spoke with a Dan, and he apologized for the inconvenience. He said that we could come back "right now" and he would take care of us, or he would send a coupon through mail. I was mainly aggravated by the service, and not looking to get anything for free to be honest; however, he insisted and he took down all of my information - and guess what? No coupon, nothing. So, you better believe that I called back, I am not letting this slide. I called back a few weeks later and I was told that they did not have a manager on duty. I find that hard to believe. I called back again on 7/30/14 and asked for Dan. The girl on the phone says, "sure, hold on". She then gets back on the phone to tell me that Dan is not in, but they had another manager named Amy that was in. I asked to speak to Amy. I tell Amy what happened and she tells me that there is no "Dan" that works there. Hmmmm interesting, then why did the person who answered the phone tell me that Dan was not in?? Anyways, Amy apologizes for everything and tells me the exact same thing - she will send out a gift card/coupon for my frustrations. It is now 10/25/14, and you've guessed it - NOTHING as of yet!!!! Shocking, I know.
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Andrew M.
Went to Yard House with my wife and another couple for dinner on Friday night. I had been wanting to check it out for a while as I really enjoy craft beer. My wife planned ahead and made a reservation so we were seated within a couple minutes of entering. The 1st table they put us at was right by the door and really cold. My wife asked for a booth, and they accomodated us. Our waitress was pretty busy as there were very few open tables in her section. She didn't seem too happy about her job, but she did keep our glasses full and remained begrudgingly attentive to our needs the whole night. We ordered drinks, 3 different beers and a lemonade. When she returned, we ordered dinner. I had a side caeser salad with their mac and cheese. It was excellent however the mac and cheese was so rich I couldn't finish it. Everyone was happy with their food. We proceeded to order a brownie dessert that we split four ways with caramel ice cream. The ice cream was outstanding and the brownie was also delicious. The atmosphere is pretty loud and busy, and the prices are a little higher than I think its worth. Overall, I think this is a nice place to grab dinner on occasion, but it isn't much in the way of a watering hole as the bar is in the center of the restaurant.
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Rob E.
The best selection of Tap beer, food is awesome too. Triple karmeliet is the best! It's always crowded which is a telling sign of how awesome this place is. Of course you can watch the big game too.
(5)
Martin P.
One of my favorite places to go to. I have nothing to complain about. Beer selection Is great and food is good. Seating is quick for most part
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Gina D.
The food was great, and every plate that walked by looked scrumptious! We were there on a Saturday night with a two year old (way past bedtime), so we knew that it might be a difficult dinner. But, our waiter, Gabe, couldn't have been better! He knew that feeding the toddler first was the best way to make mom + dad happy...so he brought her food out ASAP! Happy baby = happy customers! We're already planning our next visit...hope we have Gabe as our waiter again!!
(5)
TS W.
Beer, beer and beer! With ONO kind pupu's!
(5)
Gavin L.
I came here before a movie with my friends. Our movie started at 6:30. We got there at 5:20, and were told the wait was 10 minutes. 30 minutes later, we sat down. We ordered right away. We waited for about 40 minutes, and by that time it was 6:20. We had to go to a later showing of the movie. Terrible experience, good food.
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Corisa A.
First of all, we are repeat customers at yardhouse. We had a very nice experience tonight. When we ordered our food, the wrong dish came out. I don't know if it was the waiters fault, or a mixup in the kitchen. We weren't upset at all because mistakes happen. I have to say that the manager on duty tonight, Dan, handled the situation as a true professional. He went above and beyond to accommodate us and make us happy. Our waiter, Jose, was so attentive the entire night even tho the error was made. I believe that yard house truly cares about the customers experience. Everyone is so friendly. The food here is always delicious.
(5)
Randall K.
I have been here a dozen times over the last few years. Always enjoyable for the whole family. This review is for Saturdays experience. I took my 3 daughters for a "dad" dinner. We called ahead to get on the list. By the time we got there we only waited 5 minutes. The restaurant can get very busy. We had a very experienced waitress, so we didn't notice. We ordered 2 apps: onion ring tower and a bowl of clam chowder. Excellent. Seriously I didn't want to share. I let the girls eat and then cleaned it all up. We had 2 chicken tenders and a ceaser saled order. No complaints. I ordered the fish n chips. As good as any I have had. The fish was tender and cooked perfectly. It is hard for me to try anything else because I love this plate. We skipped the desert, but this restaurant rocks. Great for family dinner or a group of adults.
(5)
MC B.
My family and I have only been here few times since it is a bit far from the city but it's pretty good. Their grilled sweet Korean BBQ is delish!! I will definitely be ordering that more often. The portion sizes are pretty big even for the appetizers. We ordered three appetizers instead of getting individual meals and we still couldn't finish everything! One dish that is a must try and that I absolutely love is their kona coffee ice cream sundae!! There is nothing quite like it! Also if you have a kid or a younger sibling, try the cookies and cream crunch pop. It's a rice crispy treat with Oreos mixed in. My brother got it since it comes with his meal and it was amazing!
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Ariana W.
My coworkers took me here for lunch and from the moment we arrived service was very slow and the restaurant had a mild amount of customers. It was packed, and it wasn't completely empty. Our server didn't check on us very often and the food took extremely long to prepare. The majority of our party ordered light items off of the lunch menu that doesn't take much preparation so we couldn't understand what was taking so long. Anyway, once we finally got our food I had to ask for more mayo because my sandwich was dry. Once we were finished and asked for the check, the sever took at least took another 10-15 minutes for them to bring it to us. Overall, our lunch date that was supposed to take 45 minutes to an hour took an hour and 30 minutes. I would be willing to give them another shot, but until then I give them 2 stars.
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Claire A.
I just don't like when it feels like they are choosing to serve you...... instead of, we are happy to have your business.
(1)
Nicole P.
Went to the yard house tonight and had drinks and the sashimi and Ron was our bartender! awesome guy and awesome time :) will be back!
(5)
Malen S.
Perfect family restaurant.. Very kid friendly and thats why we love this place.. They have something for everyone and the meal are very good & reasonably price. Love this place. Never disappoints!
(4)
Kaylene W.
Have been here a few times. The bar is nice and spacious but the environment itself is extremely noisy! The food was decent but for the price of drinks and appetizers you can get a better deal for your money. May go back for a drink but don't see myself spending much time here.
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Heather J.
We were recently in Yard House for a second time, and it was not such a great experience. This place was packed the last time we were in, so we made sure to call ahead to get on their wait list. We were told the wait was 45-50 minutes. However, we didn't actually get sat for about an hour and 20 minutes. Finally we sat down, and luckily, the waitress was a sweetheart. She took our orders very quickly and served us just as fast. Unfortunately, I ordered my burger medium well, and it came very rare. I'm talking so pink you could pull the stringy meat with a fork. I ate most of it before letting the waitress know that the burger was undercooked. Her face turned almost white and you could tell how embarrassed she was that this happened. She told her manager, who came very quickly to our table to apologize and inform us that the burger would be taken off our check and even offered a free replacement burger. I was very happy that the manager did this - this is what sets a crappy restaurant apart from a reputable one. Two giant BONUS stars for this. I am sure I will be back to the restaurant eventually, but I am a bit concerned about their cooks' ability to cook a burger so it might not be for a bit!
(3)
Spencer P.
Food - seriously everything I've tried on their menu - has been excellent. Been there at least a dozen or so times. Family friendly while also a good place to catch the game. Also love the place because I am an admitted beer snob - and this place has an amazing and extensive beer selection. While I'd love to see more support of the local breweries on the taps (Pipeworks, Spiteful, Lake Effect, Argus, DryHops, Church Street, some of Half Acres others besides Over Acre, Finch, Begyle and Temperance), I still can't complain about the overall selection and quality. Over the past several years though, they have consistently raised their beer prices to close to $7/beer now. With those prices, I'd expect to be in the bleachers watching the Cubs lose. It's definitely impacted my attendance frequency. However, when I do go back the place is still consistently packed and the food and beer is always good. They also seem to have had the same bartenders for a long time too. All of whom provide great service and are super-friendly. Personal favorites there are the chicken nachos and Thai pizza during happy hour. Rice bowl is another fav as an entree. Mac and cheese is sick, but my cholesterol is teetering on 300 so I'll live vicariously thru others on that front.
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Chris S.
This outdoor mall seems like the perfect place for a Yard House, which is a higher end, casual spot. Being from Southern California, these are everywhere and this location rivals the rest. You'll get top-notch service and a menu large enough to capture everyone's taste. The most challenging part about coming here is choosing what to order. The menu is littered with exceptional items, nothing of which disappoints, and all of which are well priced for what you get. A perfect place to watch a game, head to for lunch, bring a date or for a special occasion.
(4)
Krunal P.
In my previous review I did not do justice per say. This is by far the best place if you are looking for good beer selection and great food. Its pricey compared to other places but it comes with the neighborhood. Happy hour half price appetizers are great but still no drink specials. Only reason I am giving four stars because service in general has gone down. It takes at least 15-20mins to get a beer once you put the order in even on a slow day. Staff used to be much more knowledgeable about beer selection but now they just run back to blackboard and bring a list. I still go here and been going here for almost 8 years now. I love their brownie and gardien wings. on weekends if you are going there with big group call ahead otherwise you'll have to wait long.
(4)
Alan B.
Had a mixed drink and it turned into a $9.75 glass of ice. Complained to bartender and he said, "thanks for the compliment". That really upset me so I asked for manager who very nicely said he would take care of me later and to ask for him. We shall see.
(1)
George D.
Great ambience, good music, food was good.. Very crowded! But good experience after all. sat at the bar and bartender was attentive and even threw a couple of jokes.
(4)
Walker A.
Excellent vegetarian options. Always busy on the weekends, but service is always fast and excellent. Parking can be difficult but the food is worth the effort.
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Kee V.
I think they key to Yardhouse is keeping your expectations in check. I've never found the food to be all that great but they have a few items I enjoy. They turkey pot pie isn't really a pot pie but it's still very good. Big chunks of turkey, good amount of veggies and good gravy. It's my go to order if I really don't know what I want. I also like the french onion soup because it isn't salty like most places similar to Yardhouse. The beer selection is really the main draw and most of the time, everything is good. There have been a few instances where beers have tasted like old, wet rags though. If I had to guess, it probably has to do with uncleaned lines. The last time there, my wings were terrible. They were so soggy and arrived to the table lukewarm. I had one and didn't eat the rest. Our server, who was really great btw, saw that there was a problem and offered to replace it but I was so turned off by that one terrible wing, I politely declined. The place is always busy so they must be doing something right.
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Laylajane A.
Came here for lunch, I'd been hearing about it for awhile. I requested an vanilla milkshake (not on the menu) and the waitress whipped up a delicious one herself. I had planned on having a meal but the appetizers were so big, we didn't need any entrees. The hot wings were DELICIOUS as were the stacked onion rings. My pomegranate mojito was a bit sweet but still tasty. We left with our head filled with ideas for the next visit and our bellies full. The wait staff was phenomenal.
(5)
Crystal K.
Yard house is definitely worth it during happy hour! Super inexpensive food. Wish they had better drink specials though
I have been here several times over the past few years and have always found them to be very accommodating. Today was no exception! One of the managers (Frank) saw that I was in a bit of a hurry and the placed was packed so he offered to help. He got my order and placed it immediately after first sitting me at the bar with some ice water. The bartender (Lauren) is super efficient but she was swamped when I arrived and could not attend to me right away. The food is always excellent and the drinks are great. They have an extensive collection of crafts/ales/hard liquor. Great place for a quick bite and a drink or a nice sit down meal as well. If you don't like something, they are more than happy to get you something else. Always a good experience with this super staff!
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Aaron A.
House of a million beers. They proudly display all the kegs behind a window in this huge, yellowy-lit cooler room. I could look up and see all the lines leading to the monster tap monster behind the bar. It reminded me of the scary furnace in the basement in Home Alone, go watch it, you'll see what I mean. Beer is the thing here. As proof, the bartender made me a disgusting, watery Manhattan with big chunks of ice floating on top. Sad panda. Some delicious bourbon waited in barrels for years just to wind up in that travesty of a cocktail. Giant appetizers. It was around 10 p.m., just in time for late night happy hour, several appetizers were half price. We ordered a few items that included avocado, they were really generous with the avocado, love that. Since cocktails are a struggle, I decided to try a short glass of the house Belgian. It was fruity and malty and strong. It was enjoyable, I would have another. We got the popular trio for dessert. It was definitely three things. I liked them all equally. My dainty lady wife took one bite of each thing, then left me to devour them like a bear in a jam factory. Terrific. Two bear metaphors in one review, is that too much? I'm going to go scratch my back on a tree.
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Joelle S.
If you like beer... well, let's just say this is the UTOPIA of Beer Restaurants! You can order a "flight" of beer and tastings are all the rage. But I digress... I don't come here for the beer, I come here for the atmosphere and the food! Met up with friends last week to enjoy some good food and watch a little Olympic coverage on TV (of which there are multiples!!). Our server, Lauren, informed us that it was Appetizer Happy Hour, and showed us on the menu a number of appetizers that were 1/2 price until 6PM, Well, that is all we needed to know and the ordering began. We had about 6 or 7 different appetizers for the four of us. MooShu Egg Rolls were my absolute favorite! Blue Crab Cakes with mango papaya chutney, Hawaiian Poke Stack of raw ahi with crispy wontons, California Roll, Kung Pao Calamari with candied walnuts red peppers celery and carrots was served with jasmine rice. Just so much to enjoy and we certainly did! Our server was awesome and very attentive. Making sure that we were well taken care of and happy with our choices. We finished off with a mini trio sampler for dessert. Lemon Souffle, peach apple cobbler and a chocolate souffle. Can I just say, it was one of the best dessert samplers I've ever had... Next visit: Salter Caramel Butterscotch Pudding! If you are eating late: 10pm to close they have additional menu items just for you! My favorite being the Black Truffle Cheeseburger. They make the truffle cheese in house, to die for...
(4)
Julia Q.
I am definitely a chain hater but this place is amazing for the two appetizers I get every time I go. The Ahi tuna is amazing and so is the spicy salmon roll (which is not really a roll). They are such random menu choices for a mostly american place but are not to miss!!! My only issue with this place is for some reason they do not take reservations so if you go on a friday or saturday night you can just forget it unless you want to wait upwards of an hour.
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Beth R.
Yard House earned an aggressive three stars on my visit. But Beth R., you say, how can a place be aggressively O.K.? Exactly. The menu is, as others have mentioned, huge. Por ejemplo, the pre-meal nibblies list has subsections: snacks and appetizers. Our group of six got two apps and a snack, and the appetizers were generous (I think there were 16 inches of onion rings) but the chips and guacamole was disproportionate -- too much guac, not enough chips. There are also burgers, sandwiches, salads, tacos, seafood, house specialties - the list goes on. There's a whole section for fake protein, called Gardein (TM). I chose the Gardein burger, believing it would be a homemade burger made from the ingredients listed (soy, wheat and pea proteins plus veggies and grains). If it was homemade and/or made from those ingredients, they fooled me. It was closest to a Boca Burger, and not at all veggie, crumbly, substantial or tasty. I also requested a wheat bun and got white, which brings me to my next point. The service is certainly warm enough, but 1) they do the thing where they don't write down your order, which always gives me gray hair, and 2) things...take...forever. The place is busy, and all hands are on deck at all times. That said, still prepare to spend some time waiting. Don't look at your watch, and do prepare a couple rounds of "Would You Rather" to play with your tablemates so you don't notice how long it's taking. One big thumb up for the Muzak - a classic rock mix heavy on the Stones, Steely Dan, Led Zeppelin and even The Who. (Who eats to The Who? People who don't know how to rock and spin their arm in windmill fashion, that's who.) But thumbs sideways for everything else.
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Melissa A.
Largest draft beer selection in the world, need I say more?! For a suburban area, this restaurant/bar is a good choice for dinner, happy hour, watching games or having drinks with friends. One of my favorite things about yard house is their select half-off appetizers and pizzas during happy hour (Mon-Fri 3-6pm, Sun-Thurs 10pm-11pm). You receive a ton of food for a cheap price. What more could you ask for? I have tried almost everything on their happy hour menu and you really can't go wrong (Yes, I realize this means I've come here one too many times haha) One of my favorite entrees from their menu is the pepper crusted gorgonzola burger. Be warned that it is very peppery but if you love pepper like me, then it'll be delicious! Staff and bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable so feel free to ask questions about drinks/menu!
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Jess F.
First time here and will not be back! Food was bland and was not good quality. Prices are outrageous and if you are paying that price, you are thinking it will be good. WRONG! What a disappointment!
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Marjorie B.
Consistent good food. I'm always amazed the amount of business they do. I tend to eat the same things...always tastes the same. My entire family loved The Yard House! Highly recommend
(5)
Jen W.
Went to Yard House to celebrate for an anniversary. We got there pretty late but to a pleasant surprise the happy hour menu was in effect. We ordered jambalaya pasta, truffle fries, Hawaiian poke stack, and shrimp lobster garlic noodles. When we got out food, the server brought out some entree called chicken bowl, which we did not order. I told the server right away and she took it away to double check. Then the manager came right after to apologize and bring the right menu. It was served within minutes! They even offered ice cream on the house. Lobster was so fresh it melted in my mouth. Jambalaya was tangy and full of flavor. Overall, plenty of meat and awesome menu. the House ipa beer was crisp and refreshing. It was one of those beers that go perfectly at late night. The honey blonde was tangy and also had the right level of sweetness.
(5)
Dan B.
Is the Yard House a good place for lunch with your 86 your old grandmother? F'yea it is! I've been here a few times now, usually in the evenings when the place is popping but lunch is a bit more subdued. I went with my lovely grandmother here for lunch and was served with nothing but awesome. Our waitress Jen was both attentive and knowledgeable. My gosh, how I wish every woman knew beer like her! I had the fish and chips, my grandmother the cheddar bacon burger--both of us very happy. I'd like to say I've tried other things from the menu but those gosh darn fish and chips are so good I'd feel regret to go without having them. Seriously, if I I always got service like this I'd stop cooking for myself and probably be bankrupt but at least ridiculously satisfied. This is the first place in my life I've went and called to speak to management about how fantastic they are, and they are. The staff deserves it, they are excellent and that makes or breaks a business. Thanks Jen and the Yard House for a wonderful afternoon!
(5)
Robert C.
Service was great! all else was a bit too much. $10 hamburger the size of a slider? Not again. The place was so full of crying babies and strollers!
(3)
Aimee M.
Time to update my review! Still a solid four stars. Ever since visiting a sushi house in Las Vegas last fall, I have been on the lookout for for Ahi Poke at local sushi houses. So I was really excited to see it on the menu at YH. I was a little bit apprehensive, I mean this isn't a sushi house, will I be setting myself up for disaster? Our server highly recommended it and since I was the only one in our party that would eat it, it was a pretty hefty serving for one person. I found it surprisingly good. It could have used more sesame oil (personal taste, because I LOVE sesame oil), but the presentation was pretty and the flavors were there. I also liked how its served with crispy won-tons. Yum! I did also try the Baja Fish tacos and they were good. (Not as great as the ones I've had in SoCal but of course, that was SoCal). The lemon siracha aoili was great--very nice flavor and added a bit of heat. The shredded cabbage was fresh and crispy. Service was stellar. Friendly, helpful. Always made sure we were doing ok, Nice space, clean, tidy, sleek.
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Jamie B.
Great Saturday afternoon lunch spot if you're up in the Glen. This place would be awesome if they opened a second location in Chicago...say Michigan Avenue? Excellent apps and salads, I like that they have a TON of vegetarian options as well. I will definitely be back.
(5)
M. O.
Well I've been here a few times but my last visit sealed the deal, I'm done with this place. My previous visits here were always the same, slow, slow, slow service. One time my wife and I and another couple were sitting on the patio having some apps and drinks. When we first sat down it took 10 mins to be waited on and another 15 to serve drinks and it continued this way. The waitress came over to us and said day shift is leaving and night shift is starting. We thought we would be nice and close out our tab with her so we could tip her out, she appreciated that and introduced us to the new server. Well after that , we never saw her again. We sat there for 15 mins and said "screw this" and got up and walked out. Now as much as I dislike this place, we decided to go again last Saturday because one of our buddies likes the beer selection. Well once again the service was pathetic, just so slow but that's not the reason I'm done. 4 of the 5 of us arrived at 5:30 with the 5th person arriving around 7:30pm. Well around 9:00pm one of the managers delivered out round of drinks, he knelt down to one person and whispered something. I asked my buddy what he said he is reply was " he asked if we had a ride home",I was so annoyed when I heard this. As soon as we saw out waitress I asked " have we been, loud, rude or obnoxious in anyway? Absolutely not was her response. I informed her what her manager just said to us and asked for the check, told her she could thank her manager for us leaving. The manager did come back over and apologize but I wanted nothin to do with it. I asked him the same thing, were we loud, rude etc... Nope was the response. So I'm assuming he asked what he asked because he looked at what we've been drinking. 3 of us beer and 2 had vodka soda. Remember how I said that the one person showed up at 7:30, yea she had 2 beers(miller lite) and was driving home, so there's no reason to ask me if I have a ride home. Now I know this place will continue to succeed without my business but just wanted to put my 2 cents out there for others.
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Matthew C.
Very accommodating staff. Our party of 5 adults/1 baby was greeted and seated immediately with a high chair. Host seated us away from the door at our request. Server was polite and knowledgeable. Food orders were prepared correctly (with the small exception that one burger ordered MR was cooked WD) and delivered at 20 minutes--what I would call just within the long end of reasonable at lunchtime. Extensive menu with exhibiting creativity and variety. Delicious food, generous portions, and quick check service. Reasonably priced, although perhaps just a tad high for lunch. Overall an excellent dining experience; would definitely return when in the area and would even go 20-30 minutes out of the way for it!
(4)
Pat R.
Love the Yard House! All sorts of draft beers, great casual food, good service. Happy Hour prices and half price appetizers are the best.
(4)
Emily P.
Plenty of different beers on tap and the food is quite good. If you want to get a burger you can pay $1 to change the regular fries to truffle fries - a must!
(4)
Kim Z.
Great family dining, also great for beer fans. Definitely on the loud side, so I wouldn't go here if you want to catch up with friends.
(4)
Kate B.
Had a nice time at Yard House with a dear friend last night. We had excellent service by Justean, our server. My girlfriend loved the extensive beer menu. I am a wine drinker & was pleased that I found 1 or 2 wines on the menu that I could enjoy. (although I do believe they need to broaden the wine selection a little bit; for example - add a good red zinfandel) I will definitely go back and bring my other beer loving friends and family. The music was great also.
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Mark F.
You can drink a yard of beer! You'll pay a hefty fee to do it...but it can be done. They have tasty tacos. The beer selection is vast. There seem to be a few sizes to order the drinks from itty bitty to yard. The service is hit or miss but the place is enormous. It's a safe place to go when entertaining people who want a wide array of food options and like beer.
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Mariam K.
We always end up at Yardhouse whenever no one can agree on a restaurant... it caters to everyone. I've tried just about everything on the menu- the items I'd recommend are: nachos, onion ring tower, grilled pastrami, a burger, fish and chips, southern fried chicken breast, the street tacos - I've tried almost all of them.. and they all taste really good. My favorite thing here though would have to be the dessert - macadamia nut cheesecake! OBSESSED! It's probably one of the best desserts I've ever had.... it definitely beats Cheesecake Factory's cheesecakes! The service is always good, foods consistently good, the food comes out pretty quick, and they have a huge variety.. what's not to like!?
(3)
Craig W.
Great beer selection. Fun place to watch a game. Food is good. Their take on a spicy tuna roll is amazing.
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Jovana T.
Came here to watch the Bulls game and meet up with some friends. Awesome place, great vibe..like a classy sports bar! If youre feeling Beer-venturous this is def the place to go! I tried the Fruity beers, def recommend the blueberry one. Its nice they have different glass sizes, but you have to specify or else they just bring you the med glass. I asked for shortys, it was the perfect size to just taste and enjoy the beers. The Cali Sushi appetizer looked good, but was weird and isn't actual sushi rolls. The fried calamari was amazing though, as well as their ham, mushroom, and pineapple personal pizza. The sauce was tasty! Their shrimp with rice n veggies dish was good, but a bit bland as well. Will definitely come here again, I need to try the onion ring tower!
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Chrystine Marie M.
Yardhouse's menu is GIGANTIC. They have a very broad beer selection. It's conveniently located near a movie theater, so it's a nice, ambient place to take someone out for dinner-and-a-movie. I really enjoy their truffle fries. I definitely recommend coming here for a drink with some friends. I came here during a Blackhawks game and they had it playing on every flat screen TV in the house. It was cool because everyone and their Moms were so into the game and everyone was having a good time. Good vibes, good food, good service.
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Christina G.
I came here with a friend for dinner and drinks after work one day, and we had a great time. I got there about 5:30 on a Thursday and there was no wait for a seat. Our server was really nice, attentive, and knew the food and beer menus well. He informed us we were there during their happy hour, and could take advantage of their half price appetizer and pizza specials. I thought it was great that he told us the deal was going on. We ended up getting 3 appetizers - spinach and cheese dip, lettuce wraps, and a small pizza. Everything was delicious, and we had quite a bit of leftovers. Their beer list is beyond extensive, and I love that it's filled with beers from small-ish breweries - Two Brothers, Half Acre, Revolution, Great Lakes, etc. I went with the Breckenridge Vanilla Porter and was a big fan. My friend needed some help deciding and asked our waiter for a recommendation. He asked some general questions and suggested a light, fruity beer that my friend really enjoyed. I liked that there were a few glass choices on the amount of beer you could order. You could get a shorty (9 oz maybe?) a pint, and a full yard, that is a huge, comical looking glass filled with beer. The place started to fill up shortly after we arrived, and when we left there was a 15 minute wait, but we never felt rushed. Our server knew how to be attentive without interrupting our very long chatting session. I was impressed that as the happy hour specials were coming to a close (happy hour is 3-6 on weekdays), our server came up to us, told us the specials were ending, and asked if we wanted to put in any other orders before the deal ended. We already had too much food, but thought it was nice that we were given the opportunity to put in one last order while still taking advantage of the deal. All totaled for 3 appetizers and a glass of beer, it was $15/person, plus tip. Not bad. We will definitely be adding Yardhouse into the mix of restaurants we frequent for our girls nights.
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Alex J.
Hey Yard House what happened to you? Your 1/2 price menu late night and from 3-6 was what I think the value of your sub par food is worth. You have the worst hostess staff I have ever seen during my last visit we asked hostess to sit in a corner, she sat us besides the bar, we asked to move she said it's slow. Then the ding bat sat a family beside us of two parents out if touch with their three kids under five on one side and a group of right with five screaming kids on the other side if us. Since the hostess could not understand us we deducted that she did not have a command of the English language. Then it took 25 minutes for a server to come see us. The server was nervous and appeared clueless. Your too corporate approach is becoming stale. With so many restaurants on the glen struggling, not paying rent, etc u could pick up the slack. But I think that corporate has not opened another Chicagoland location says it all. Hate to c u go but other than a few staff that started with you, who ever is hiring is not killing it at all. Realize, maybe pay a hostess more than minimum wage for a good one they are the first point of contact at your establishment. Your hostess made our two hours crappy with her incompetency and sour face
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Miss Kari P.
I ordered a chopped salad and there was no lettuce on it? I'm a little confused. I guess all the cilantro was supposed to make up for to although that's used sparingly as a garnish.
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Valerie W.
I have to knock off a star for Yard House, which is unfortunate. Hopefully, they can earn it back the next time I go in. We went on Friday for a late dinner (after 10, but their kitchen is open until midnight, so, no harm, no foul.) When we walked in, there were three hosts standing at the desk, but none of them acknowledged us for at least a minute (there was no one else in front of us, in the host area, or waiting.) They were just talking amongst themselves. It took even longer for the hostess to decide where to seat us. She explained that "I want to make sure I put you somewhere where a server can get to you right away, but I have a lot of big parties." There were many open tables in the restaurant. When we finally were sat, we waited, and waited, and waited for a server. Someone finally came by with the typical "has anyone seen you yet?" routine. Nope. She took our drink orders. A few minutes later, another server came by to take our drink orders. When we explained that we'd already been helped, his response was "well we never *really* know who has this table" and walked away. After several minutes, we see the two servers speaking with who assumingly was the manager, but still no one has come with our drinks. The second guy finally comes back with our drinks and says he will be taking care of us, but still no apology for the delay. The food was still good... I'm just annoyed with the service, especially since the hostess was so adamant about seating us somewhere where we could get served right away (which we didn't request, just a table, that's all we wanted. A table, where we could order food.)
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Martin H.
A step above your usual chain-restaurant fare. I went here with a group of coworkers for an unwinding session after work on Friday. I heard the name and almost instantly expressed my disinterest. I was pleasantly surprised by their low-key atmosphere, advanced cuisine, and affordable Patron shots. Definitely better than you'd think.
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Lauren F.
My boyfriend and I love the Yard House! On Friday-Sunday it is always packed, so expect a wait unless you want to sit at the bar-which we usually do. The bartenders are all super nice, attentive, and knowledgeable about the endless beers they have on tap. The beers are the real gem of the Yard House. They have over 100 amazing beers on tap-its a little overwhelming but AWESOME for beer enthusiasts! This isn't the place to go if you're trying to eat healthy-unless you make some specifications and changes when you order your dish, which I recently did and it was no problem for them at all. Between myself and the people I've gone with, I've had the Mac+Cheese, Vodka Shrimp Pasta, Chicken Enchilada Stack, Jerk Chicken with Shrimp Stack, Chicken Rice Bowl, Seared Sea Scallops, Spicy Jambalaya, Penne with Chicken, Onion Ring Tower, Guacamole & Chips, Classic Ranch Salad, and most recently the Chopped Salad. Every single one of these things was great and I would not hesitate to order them again. Their food menu is as extensive as their beer list, so whatever you're in the mood for, you can probably find. They also now feature vegetarian friendly versions of some of their most popular dishes that are made with Gardein. Most recently I had the chopped salad-I specified no bacon, no dressing, and add blackened chicken breast and romaine lettuce (it usually comes without lettuce)- it was fantastic-beautiful, fresh avocados splayed across the top along with tons of other fresh ingredients, and they handled my changes without a problem. If you love beer, and don't mind some tasty food thrown in, definitely stop by the Yard House!
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Kathleen C.
Having visited Yard House at least 30 times, I figured I should finally review it...I am actually surprised that I haven't yet. Yard House is a standby in Glenview as it happens to be a spot that is great for families, friends, happy hour, late night dining, etc. It is almost always bustling. The menu is a bit large...almost too large, but it seems to keep people happy. I especially enjoy the egg roll appetizers, the Cuban sandwich, and the bbq chicken pizza. In all of my visits, every time I order something else, I am dissatisfied. I think that some of the menu items are relatively average...so, stick with what you like and stay with it, and you should be happy. There are a zillion beers on the list (ok, a few hundred?), but to me, it seems like a zillion. I don't really drink beer, but they seem to have plenty to satisfy anyone's tastes. The wine list is relatively small, but pretty good. Service is usually pretty good, though it can be hit or miss as with any large spot. Sometimes service is super, sometimes slow....Value is ok, though somewhat pricey. I think the value reflects the fact that it seems like one of the only spots for this type of food in the immediate area.... Atmosphere is like any chain restaurant...loud, nothing too fancy and not that exciting. The bathrooms were done to look nice, though I'm pretty sure the one middle sink in the ladies room hasn't worked in years.... So, here's the numbers breakdown: Food - 3 Service - 3 Value - 3 Bathrooms - 2 Atmosphere - 3
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Peggy P.
Our large group is still raving about the FANTASTIC service we enjoyed this evening. Terrific food and impressive timing - the entire table was served at the exact same time. Special requests were handled in a flash. What a terrific place to dine after a movie.
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Monalisa M.
Love this brewery. Great beer selections and appetizers at the bar. Open till midnite, and bartenders are nice. Huge inside, so can be out with a huge group, or tucked away on a date. *thumbs up*
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Kristen L.
Definitely great for drinks, not so much for food. They have a huge selection of beers to choose from and their mixed drinks are equally good. A little pricey, but well worth the price. The food on the other hand, is a different story. The portions are small and are not worth the money. The first time I went I ordered a grilled burger which was very dry and quite flavorless. The cheese, tomatoes, onions and lettuce didn't do anything for the burger. The second time I went, I ordered the angel hair pasta which uses olive oil as one of its ingredients, but the pasta was swimming in it. The only good thing was their banana creme brulee. The sugar coating was crispy and added just the right amount of sweetness to the creamy custard sitting below. There were also bananas torched in with the sugar which added a whole new dimension of flavor. The other time I went was with a group of about 15 people and we were all there for drinks. The server was very helpful and for it being pretty packed that night, she was fast with serving/refilling our drinks. Great drinks, great dessert, good service, not so great food.
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Nubia G.
I had a great experience here. First timer. My waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable. She was able to pair us up with the best beers from all over with just a couple of references to our specific palate. The food was a bit pricey but was good. To say, we even took home the left overs. I would love to go back again.
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Kirstin E.
Went here with some girlfriends on a Saturday night. We went well after dinner hours and were still asked to wait 15-20 minutes for a table to open for 5 people. I thought this was a bit ridiculous, but oh well. A round of drinks will do at the bar. Our first waitress seemed a bit confused that we only wanted to sit together and have drinks at a booth instead of at the bar. She was very accommodating when we asked if we could order a bottle of champagne to celebrate a friend's engagement. They brought the champagne out as a surprise and also threw in a mini-cake/icecream with a candle. It was cute and my newly engaged friend was very happy and surprised! :) Our first waiter left and we were given a different one. He seemed like he wanted to join the party (fine) but was not fast on taking orders or bringing them, which was kind of disappointing seeing as they weren't that busy. As far as drink prices, I thought they were fair and not overpriced.
When they first opened, I would have given this place a 4. Now it's a lot of highschool kids and specials which were at a good hour, are now mid day or very late. The Yard of beer is no longer available either. Did I mention the highschool and younger crowd. Food is also very TGIF, Applebees, etc.
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Adam B.
I live an hour away from Glenview and my oh my, the drive was definitely worth it. I like the setup with the bar right in the middle and that it shows off the numerous draft beers, one of the really unique features of the Yard House. Also, I liked seeing booths specifically designed for large groups. We started with the chicken nachos. Now I am not the biggest nachos fan in the world, but these were far and away the best nachos I have ever tasted and I don't say that kind of thing easily. The chips were crisp and were topped with pinto beans, cheddar and jack cheese, chicken, red and green sauces, tomatoes, cilantro, onions, guacamole and sour cream. Everything tasted fresh, which is so rare the case with nachos. The cilantro, tomatoes, and green onions gave that fresh, vibrant taste. There were big chunks of chicken, my only complaint was there wasn't enough of it. Quality guacamole, which is essential to any order of nachos too! I would really get this every time I go back. Next I ordered the Cuban roast pork dip sandwich. Pressed french bread containing a lot of pork, roasted roma tomatoes, pepper jack , pickles, Dijon and garlic aïoli along with a side of BBQ au jus. The Dijon was a little strong, but the tomatoes and pickled helped balance the flavor. And I got the onion rings as my side. Dang, they know how to fry well. The onions were all very crisp with a delicious coating, and there was a nice taste of Miller lite in the batter as well. My companion ordered the NY strip sandwich and I got a taste. Now usually when you get a steak sandwich and it's one giant piece of beef, it is very hard to bite a piece of the steak off and you usually wind up cutting up the sandwich into small pieces. By contrast, this was one of the most tender pieces of beef I have ever had. It was cooked perfectly medium rare and I liked the fried onions on top as well. Plus, it had the same garlic aioli as the Cuban. The server did a fine job at keeping the drink glasses filled and did a good job at answering our menu questions, which we needed being first-timers. Granted the prices are a little higher than what I'd like and that's about the only reason I can't give it a 5-star rating. But for preparation and quality that good, I guess you get what you pay for.
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Liza K.
Believe it or not, I actually discovered this place in Oahu Hawaii. The minute I came home i googled it and saw that there was one in glenview, yay :) best pastrami in the whole world. Huge menu!! Huge beer selection best restaurant ever lol
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Mike W.
Nice place, good food but Joanne who took care of us was outstanding. I would request her by name on my next visit.
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Meg P.
I really like the artichoke appetizer and the eggplant pasta. Also the spicy rice bowl was good. Otherwise, the food is not very appetizing and the prices excessive.
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Michael R.
All I can say is "Wow!" It's rare to go out with my entire family and have everyone so happy with their food. I had the Korean Pork Belly and Short Rib tacos and tuna poke and all of it it was delicious. The tuna poke is especially wonderful. The beer selection is one of the best in Chicagoland. I had a Three Floyds Gumballhead and a Half Acre Daisy Cutter, but I could have picked several more. The beer menu is well divided by style, making it easier to choose. Other favorites around the table included the veggie sliders, mac and cheese, deviled eggs and pretty much all the salads. Get there early as by the time we left at about 2pm, it was very crowded. I can't recommend Yard House highly enough.
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Nikhil A.
For Vegetarians looking for a good bar food (Vegi Wings, Pizza, Burgers) this place is AWESOME. I am fan of the Gardein Option of food. You can get wings...which go well with drinks. My favorite is Vegi Wings (firecracker) or chicken pizza (vegi chicken :)). The location is nice, GREAT beer selection and good crew. Place is chill and so is interior. Its little over priced, but oh well.... sometimes its ok :D . Bcos of popularity, it might be little busy sometimes, so having a reservation is a good idea.
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michael w.
as one might guess from the name, BIG beer selection, food is on the pricier side. Very crowded, very popular. Think Cheesecake Factory. If you like dropping that kind of coin, and that kind of food, then you will be just fine here.
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Nancy H.
Man, I love this place. I'm not in Glenview often, but whenever I am, this is my go-to place for really good brews and bar food. They're known for having the most varied amount of beers on tap! They have an extensive food menu too, but some of it is pan-Asian, which I don't think is necessary. I stick to the American basics. They have a happy hour menu too from 4-6 PM on weekdays, so certain appetizers are $5. There is plenty of seating in here (small booths, large booths, tables, and bar stools around the large center bar) and an outdoor patio. There are TVs galore for the sports fans. The hostesses and servers are usually very friendly too. You can try to find parking in front; if not, definitely in back in the parking structure.
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Sarah K.
I love the Yardhouse, considering I'd been to other Yardhouse locations... but the experience I had here last night wasn't so thrilling. The music wasn't upbeat, and my food didn't taste all that great (Parmesan Crusted Chicken). I was expecting a much better dish. I do have to admit that I like the fact that there wasn't a wait around 6:30ish. The one I normally go to is a 2+ hr wait.
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Tracy L.
Very large seating accommodations from the bar, to the booths and the tables. Food and beer selection large enough to satisfy anyone in your party with all different palates from your southern charm friends to your saucy asian friends and your regular comfort food american. girls, you MUST have the yardhouse "blend"... **Rose Garden**: (Hoegaarden White & Lindeman's Framboise) aka for all you non beer drinkers--berry flavored light wheat beer. framboise on its own tastes like pure syrup sugar that your pour onto shaved ice cones....imagine that! mmm mac and cheese^2 ? everyone raves about how it's their favorite bc of the truffle....but really? eh. it tastes commercialized...if that makes any sense. plus, you can make that at home. by far, the Bernaise burger steals the win on my taste buds!!
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Lois C.
I loved (you see the past tense) yardhouse but maybe not so much anymore. I only go to yardhouse for their happy hour, but there are so many better happy hour places to chose from that yardhouse may be last on my list from here on out. To begin, the hostess was rude. I was going to be with a party and I was looking around to see if my party was there yet and the hostess was staring at me giving me dirty looks. YES I can see you staring and giving me dirty looks even without looking at you. Aren't hostesses supposed to be friendly and welcoming? That's what I always thought at least. Next came our waitress. AGAIN, another rude employee. I can't believe how outwardly rude she was. Usually I'm pretty sensitive to rude people but my whole table agreed that her little smart comments and rude tone was not cutting it. And SERVICE is everything when it comes to a good restaurant experience. And to top it off, like my fellow friend and yelper, we found a dead fly in our lettuce wrap. Waitress was rude about taking it from us and getting help, but the manager on staff did come out and apologize and asked if we wanted a new order. How can I eat an order of lettuce wraps after seeing a dead fly in my lettuce? No thank you. At least he did take it off our total, but still... definitely could have experienced better.
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c g.
Beer selection is awesome but the staff is like a corporate stick in the Mud. No charm here.
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David R.
Good food and good service, we are big fans of this place.
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Effie B.
Daniel was an amazing waiter. He was friendly and very helpful. As an extreme out of towner he was very patient and explained the entrees that they served. There was a slight mix up with the order but they were extremely apologetic and accommodating. Definitely a great location for a very special night out.
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Yanyao N.
Currently my favorite waiter service place to eat in The Glen for a few reasons: - Booths galore. I really like to sit in on padded things. A comfortable tuckus makes for a happy Yanyao. - The music is fun! Classic rock gems that J adores and some that are familiar because they've been on Guitar Hero/Rock Band. Hee! - I imagine if I was a beer drinker, then I look at all the beer taps. They would make my eyes wide. Plus they have lambics. So tasty. - Pretty diverse menu. Good for when I feel indecisive. Anyhow, we came for a late midweek lunch. The place was pretty empty and quiet, perfect for listening to the Doobie Brothers and what not. More importantly, the food was pretty tasty. I'm pretty used to places butchering any time of ethnic sauce preparation (example: the spicy Thai at Leona's tastes like teriyaki... gross). The jerk wings taste mildly jerky! Surprise surprise, they're all drums too. Bonus points! I had tomato bisque (organic, tasty) and the chicken garlic noodles. Garlic and noodles: another 2 of my favorite food groups. This was lovely. Noodles, spinach, asparagus, ground chicken, shiitake mushrooms, edamame, smoked tofu, garlic. Very flavorful and I appreciated all the veggies. Also stole some of J's fries that accompanied his Cubano. Skinny, crisp, well-seasoned, DELICIOUS! So delicious that I declined ketchup (who wants that HFCS anyway?) It is a little pricey even during the lunch but they have happy hour at 3pm with reduced priced appetizers (SCORE). I hear some coconut shrimp calling my name. "Yanyaooooooooo! Come eat me!" I think I will.
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Rafael F.
Beer selection is great, fresh not sure. Selection is great. Food however, is A-OK. Not worth the money. Burgers are good and fries too! Can't go wrong. Ordered the mac and cheese. It has bacon, chicken, mushrooms and truffle oil. The truffle oil makes it disgusting so if you don't know what truffle oil is and don't like it, don't get truffle oil. I also think that chicken and mac and cheese don't go well together. Parmesan Crusted Chicken was ok. Nothing special. The take from this is go for the beers and appetizers. Don't waste your money and time with the dishes.
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Nikki C.
$3.25 for a glass of milk. So good it's printed on the little table menus under desserts. actually its iced cold milk for $3.25 before tax. You would hope this included a sneak peak at the milk wench's soft silky breast or at least a skin flick involving a milk maiden, a happy grass fed cow and some rubber gloves, but no. Not much fanfare or singing servers to gather around you as you are served your $3.25 glass of iced cold milk. You can always choose to skip the milk as some are lactose notlikey and save the $3.25 + tax for another enjoyable option at your local convenience store as this is certainly your prerogative. But if you order the fresh baked pan of brownie topped with a scoop of ice cream and don't order the milk...you just order failed. Its the equivalent of ordering salsa without chips, steak without sizzle, potatoes without mashed...etc. (and yes, I know this review is on the suck.;p) big huge place, beers on tap a plenty, but more of the safe and more generic popular kind, instead of the obscure once in a lifetime pours you would find if the beermaster were more of a geek with a better budget. I can say it is probably great "for the suburbs", but this argument is just the suck. anyways nobody drinks too much in the burbs because everybody drives in the burbs 'right'? the food, actually lets start with the menu. They Have EVERYTHING. at least it felt that way, many choices and most came out ok. looked better on the page and plate, but failed to deliver in the mouth, or in the tummy or in the soul. (please ease up on the ginger flakes covering up the salmon dish, maybe a little on top, but it really does not need to cover up the whole plate like a mound of bukake) I do prefer smaller menus, which help ensure larger budgets for better, fresher quality and more time to focus on tweaking recipes to higher RPM's, but being in the "burbs", with the bigbox store philosophy of something for everyone must apply here. Ok. I'll stop the rant already. ::This review is not for to be useful, funny or cool to another reader. Its more of a post it note for my brain in the future should I wonder if i ever DNA'd this place in the prior.:: Its great for the "burbs". Bring your mother's bridge club, order up and enjoy the really friendly servers and if you were smart enough to wear your winter jeans or stretchy pants can then enjoy the rest of the Glen with a slow calorie suburban burning walk.
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Brian L.
A place for lovers of beer, or at least they like trying beer. There are a million on tap, I'm sure each and every person will find a new beer that they enjoy (I had the vanilla stout, quite nice). The bartender was quite nice. She was helpful, and wasn't stuffy at all. The sliders were quite good (the meat wasn't a patty, but shredded beef) and the fries it came with were shoestring slices of deep fried heaven. I would've eaten the whole thing if I didn't have my incredible Hulk strength keeping me from them... Come on by, it's a good time. Large outdoor seating, large indoor seating.
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Mike D.
This is tap heaven for me...a ton of options on draft that don't let you down. The selection is assorted by type on their menu so it makes it easy to try something new or stay with your classics. We ordered sliders with fries between a big group of us and they were received with high regards. We were only here for a short time during off peak hours but the service was attentive and super-friendly. This is definitely a place I could see myself coming back to but mostly because of the beer selection! I would love to return and give their menu a thorough try.
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Lindsay M.
You can't really go wrong in a place that serves this many beers on tap! I've been to The Yardhouse twice.. I don't live to close but when I'm in the area my boyfriend and I usually like to stop in. First of all, I LOVE this neighborhood. It's like a town within a town.. so cute! The Yardhouse is HUGE and always seems to do a good amount of business. The first visit, we were put on a wait but it wasn't long at all and the host stand were on top of there job and really friendly and polite. Definitely like the fact that they support a lot of local breweries. We ordered our drinks and had one of the AHI appetizers. The fish was really delicious and nice and light.. I can't stand appetizers that are too filling. The first visit I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato bisque.. It was delicious. I had a bowl of soup again the second time again but this time tried one of the burgers, 'The Hawaiian.' It was good, not the best, but pretty good. I'm not a huge fan of the fries... but that's probably better for me in the long run anyway.. the last thing I need is to eat a pile of fries and gain a bunch of weight. Our server was really friendly and knowledgeable. As indecisive as I am, I'm usually always asking the server's opinion and our server was very helpful. The place is reasonably priced and the menu is pretty big. I love stopping in here. :)
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Pattie U.
I love this place and come whenever I can. The 1/2 off appetizers during Happy Hour is a great deal. I always over-order! They have a great menu chock-full of good stuff. My favorites are the spinach-artichoke dip and the creme brulee. They have a GREAT beer selection. Any place with Tripel Karmeliet is golden in my eyes. The only downside for me is that it's always crowded because it is popular, and rightfully so. Also unfortunately, a majority of the people who crowd this place are characteristic of Yard House's surroundings, which is a con in my eyes...
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O.M. R.
Been there a 2days ago. Tried the summer salad for dinner... 1word for it: DIVINE!
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Paddy O.
I went there for the second time today. Beer list is amazing and the service was capable. Burgers little small for the price. Chicken fingers meh beading fell off and they were pretty flavorless if you didn't dip them in the accompanying sauces . Like I said beer nice, food OK I really didn't think two burgers, four pints and an appetizer should cost $79. Before tip
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Liz A.
We were at the Glen around dinner time and had our 6 month old puppy with us. We noticed that the Yard House had outdoor seating that welcomed dogs, so we decided to eat there. Even though they were busy, we were seated promptly and the filled up the doggie water dish right away with fresh water. The menu was so huge I really didn't get past the appetizer and snack part, but instead ordered the grilled artichoke, the pasta with shitake and garlic, and the salad with soy citrus dressing. My husband had the tortilla soup and cobb salad. I was surprised at how good the food was, considering we'd only chosen the place because we could take our dog there....The artichoke was tasty although next time I will ask for lemon butter instead of the garlic aoli, which tasted like tartar sauce. The shitake pasta was fabulous! And a perfect modest dinner portion, which because it was an appetizer was only $5.95. The tortilla soup is more like a cheesy corn chowder but it was delicious also! The service was very attentive even with our being outside and at the end. It was such a pleasant dinner, I really couldn't have ask for any better. Matt the server was great and we will be back again with the dog and our kids this time.
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Brandon W.
I never thought I would be writing a one star review for a place that has so many beers on tap. This alone should be enough to rocket it into the five star sphere, however - it does not. Now note, this was not my first rodeo in the Yard House, I have come here before. With a good food selection, and an offering of a MNF happy hour, we thought we had struck gold. We came in and were promptly seated, right next to the door. Our server came over, and went on to explain their new fish selection and then left to get us water. Upon his return, we ordered our drinks (I ordered a Dirty Martini, extra dirty) - when it came it actually was not extra dirty, it actually seemed extra watery, and to top it off there were no olives - none. Really? Onto food. My wings were delivered nice and hot, along with our sliders and salad. We promptly asked for a couple extra plates so we can share some food (And i can put my wing bones somewhere) - our waiter was less than enthusiastic about performing this strenuous task, but it was done. Now lets break down the dishes. Our salad; We specifically asked for dressing on the side for the salad - they slathered it on. My wings; No blue cheese or ranch? What is this? Hooters?! The sliders; no ketchup or mustard at our table. Now we have to wait, about 5 minutes or so I spent looking around for the waiter - while our food gets colder and colder. Finally, the hostess comes up and asks if we need our server - we said yes, and she ran off to get him. As she approached him, I saw him make a less then thrilled, somewhat annoyed face as his dragged his feet back over to our table. We ask for ketchup, mustard and a side of blue cheese - he again looks annoyed and walks. I mean, there are fries with the sliders too - ketchup is a pretty common accoutrement to fries and burger. Finally, we get the ketchup, mustard and blue cheese, only to have our food go from warm to luke (room) temperature. Can you say, yum? ...didn't think so.
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Jay L.
Average food + average service = 2 stars Wait staff is always nice and seem attentive, but it is just a blahh place. I would choose many other places before i came to the Yard House, I have never been disappointed with anything on the menu, but nothing is above average....enjoy!
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Daphne L.
We've been threatening to go to dinner with our next door neighbors for months, so when they had a child-free Saturday night they asked us to do dinner and a movie. I assumed we'd be going somewhere in Evanston, but, they suggested The Glen (huh, the what?) and The Yardhouse for dinner. Based on some of the reviews here I was prepared to completely turn my nose up in snobbish disgust, but, well, if I'm being honest...it wasn't really that bad. In fact, it was downright enjoyable. We arrived before our friends, told the hostess we were waiting for the rest of our party, and she said she could either seat us right away or we could wait at the bar. First thumbs up of the night because I really detest it when a place won't seat you if the whole group isn't there. If you're drinking and maybe eating, what's the problem? The best thing about The Yardhouse is their great beer selection: they have everything from Belgian selections to microbreweries across the country. It was actually pretty surprising to see such a varied selection in, well, in Glenview. I went with a grape martini, and then a Gobstopper martini, which actually tasted just like the real thing. One dislike: there aren't prices listed for the beers and the martinis are all $10. When our friends arrived we ordered right away since we had a movie to catch. I had the Ahi Tuna (or something like that) Salad, and my husband had the Bearnaise Sliders; mini burgers topped with onion straws and Bearnaise sauce. Both were delicious; the salad was fresh, crisp, and the tuna was cooked perfectly, and the ginger dressing wasn't at all overpowering. The sliders were really really good, and the Bearnaise sauce was perfect. I don't usually like sliders anywhere other than White Castle because they tend to be overcooked and mealy, but these were a nice suprise. The sliders came with a huge portion of fries, so it makes a nice dish to share. Was it a top notch fine dining experience? No, but it was an enjoyable and tasty meal for a Saturday dinner & a movie date. Why only 3 stars? The food was good, nothing wrong with it, and the drinks and beer selection were great, but, it's a little overpriced for what it is. They do have happy hour appetizer deals, but overall I think they charge a bit too much for "bar & grill" food. And, they don't list beer prices on the menu, which I never like. We'll definitely go back, but it won't be at the top of our rotation.
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Sandra S.
I dined here last night with two friends. I don't think I would have ever picked this place myself, but one of my friends is a huge beer aficionado. His selling point was, "130 beers on tap!" but all I heard was, "this place emphasizes beer over food and you'll be stuck eating lame chicken wings." Not so! I had the carne asada tacos and they were pretty great. I split a creme brulee with a friend and it was divine. I'll be back for sure.
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Dana W.
First of all , love love the Glen of Glenview. Super cute and trendy area with great food choices as well as great shopping!! Von Maur is right there :) If your looking to grab a bite of tasty bar food plus a beer then this is the place. I swear they have over 30 different beers on tap alone at the bar! Plus I enjoyed their 'skinny drink' menu which featured some fun drinks with less the calories! My dinner choice was the bbq chopped salad which was very good! The portions aren't crazy big but are def. not small by any means... I guess you could say they are just right. I def. suggest trying this place out if you are in the area!
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Jeff R.
This continues part II of the suburban tour at a place filled with old memories (even though The Glen is relatively new). I went to the Yard to meet an old friend and his wife for drinks and food the other week to catch up after a hectic summer. It's an appropriate location since they live in the northwest suburbs and I'm coming from the city. It also happens to be the location where many nights have been spent swapping stories on vacation holidays during the college years. The suburbs are not know for having "bars" to hang out at, so the Yard House become a de-factor hang out whenever we returned from school. Because everyone's schedule allowed, we were able to meet early enough to take advantage of happy-hour - 50% off most appetizers. We ordered a plethora of drinks and food. If you've never been or heard of the Yard House, they have the most extensive on-tap beer list that I have ever seen (impressive because it's a chain). Everything tasted good and drank well. We were relaxed sitting on their outside patio trading stories and drinking good beer. I don't' know that I've ever been there for a complete "meal," but I'm sure you'd have a good time if you did. We ordered five appetizers to share and they were sufficient for the entire time. We had a good but not amazing spinach and artichoke dip, Chinese style chicken lettuce cups, fresh poke stack, chicken nachos and a battered shrimp dish. My favorites were the lettuce cups and nachos, though the poke stack wasn't bad. It's hard to compare poke in Illinois having just come from Hawaii and fresh-as-can-be poke. The shrimp dish wasn't bad, but we were full and it was a bit much at the end of our meal. Nachos are hard to mess up and I like the pile-on approach. That was our meal with lots of good draft beer all-around. The yard house will remain a solid suburban choice for catching up and drinking good beer with friends. more pictures and reviews at my blog.
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D P.
This is a great place for vegetarians with all the Gardein options. They have over 100 beers on tap, always a great time here.
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Brittany S.
I came here to celebrate a special occasion with a couple of my Sorority Sisters, and was pleased with the food and service. Since I knew I was at a restaurant known for varieties of beer, I had to try something different. My attention was caught by the Beer Floats and the Beer Blends. I ordered a blend since I was craving something dark, but also something fruity. And although it's my first beer blend, it is definitely a new favorite! I had the Black Velvet which is a mix of Wyder's Pear Cider and Guinness Stout. The prices for Happy Hour wasn't too bad. I ordered the Calamari, which is no different than any other place. And tried the Pastrami Sliders, which comes with regular fries and a half of a pickle. I guess I expected more flavors from the burgers and calamari, but they were just ordinary.
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Ben F.
great place for beer and food is good to. I loved the turkey burger and sweet potato fries!
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Andrew H.
happy hour menu is great. Also a good place to meet up with old faces from H.S. I used to go to the yard house in LA LIVE and the location in Pasadena, Cali. The problem with Yardhouse is that their food is very inconsistent and their service is even more inconsistent.
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Mahsa T.
Yardhouse is probably one of my favorite restaurants in the Glen. It's large, casual and comfy, inexpensive, and always packed with a lively, boisterous crowd. They have a well-rounded menu serving everything from burgers and steak to fish and chips, pizza, egg rolls, and noodles. I've tried the crab cakes (wonderful), the chicken garlic noodles (mouth wateringly--good), the fish and chips (tasty and fresh), and the baked brownie with mint chocolate chip ice cream (heavenly!). Service is consistently good, they have very friendly servers who engage your group and make sure they answer any questions you have about menu items. They have a large bar area and plenty of TVs for sports viewing.This is the one place where families with small children, high school kids, and everyone in between seem to co-exist well together in a restaurant setting---maybe because it's so loud in there that no one can hear anyone else to be annoyed by them, which is a good thing.
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Brent W.
It had been over a year since going to Yard House and glad I made it back...actually it was sort of a no brainer bc my buddy and his wife were in from FL and they had a wedding at the country club just behind The Glen shopping center. Having several hours of down time with the Yard House next door = FTW. Started with the Seared Ahi Tuna which is amazballs and pretty much a compulsory start to your meal when dining here. Since I picked them up at Ohare the meal was on him so i'm going with the most expensive menu item the Ribeye Steak, obvi. It was really good and cooked to a nice Med Rare with a side of garlic mashed. I'm not sure how you can not like this place, hundreds of beer choices, most which are on Tap and a very solid food lineup.
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Len L.
WTF? Claims the largest beer selection on tap, or some other thing. It's large but not very exciting. Didn't see anything you can't get easily elsewhere. And what is with not having prices on the beer list. Your get one star because of that. It is not "cool" to force your customers to guess how much the tab will be. Food prices are kind of high for pub grub too. Our waiter TJ was great, kudos to him and great service.
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JD O.
This place has a ton of beers on tap, which is a great thing for beer drinkers, and a good selection of mixed drinks for lushes like myself. The restaurant is quite large, but nearly always busy. The service is serviceable, but not particularly amazing. I'm sure the staff have to juggle a huge number of tables at once. The onion ring tower is delicious, as well as the spinach dip! Those pita chip things? Agh, I could eat those forever. The pepper-crusted gorgonzola burger is delicious as well. Have to go back to try the truffle fries! It's a great place to take a date if you want to impress, but not go to a really stuffy, snooty place. It's a little too cool for a nerd like me to be completely comfortable, but it's a nice date place. Might be a little loud, but they've got a lot of seating, so you can avoid the loud spots somewhat. A good choice for a good meal in Glenview!
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Debora D.
3/16/2012 - We decided to sit at the bar as friends of ours were 20 minutes out, however, we were seated in 10 minutes anyway. My apologies to the bartender, we would have had wine and apps at the bar before moving to dinner. My intent was to have a small appetizer while we waited for the other 3 in our party to arrive from the airport. Unfortunately, the menu did not have anything small, to keep my grumpiness away. I ordered a side of french fries (very good by the way - skinny and crispy.) I ordered the (Mac & Cheese)2 [squared] - not mac and cheese at all, but pasta and chicken with a creamy sauce and bread crumbs. Huge portion, I took half back to the hotel, but excellent taste, had the left overs for dinner the next night and it was still too big to finish. Scott ordered Parmesan Crusted Chicken, also very good (he ate is all). I also tried the Shepherds Pie - excellent. The Cuban was disappointing, no salami, just pork and a different type of cheese than a traditional Cuban would have. Not bad tasting, just not like a Cuban. Room was very loud, wood floors and one large room with a bar in the center did make it tough to hear over the crowd on a Friday night. Our server Lina was fantastic and I would ask for her on the next trip!
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General T.
Food was awesome, great beer selection on tap. Very busy on the weekends
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K J.
I received a promotional ten dollar gift card in the mail from yard house. After checking out the menu online, we decided to hit up their happy hour. Ordered BBQ pizza, nachos, and lettuce wraps. The nachos were especially large and delicious. No skimping on beans, cheese, or chicken. Lettuce wraps were tasty with three different dipping sauces. BBQ pizza was tangy and delicious as well. Gum ball head draft... Awesome. Kids menu is great. Loved how they have healthy options for sides. Our server Christine was amazing. Great with kids, very helpful, checked in often without overdoing it. She was great. We will be back for another happy hour. Place gets packed by 7 on weekends. Get there before then to avoid a wait.
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Peter R.
I have been to The Yardhouse on several different occasions. What keeps me coming back is the abundant beer choices they have on tap. I have actually tasted almost half the beers on their menu, not at this restaurant, but throughout my adult beer drinking life. I would like to think of myself as a "beer aficionado" and l am always eager to try a new brew. One day I would like to just go to the main bar here and try out the rest of the beers I haven't had. I would most certainly pass out, but its not like that hasn't happened before. I have only had a couple of things on the menu here. I have tried the Parmesan Crusted Chicken, which is adequate, but nothing to Yelp about. I also have tried the Maui Chicken, which would be passable as "American style" Asian chicken fusion thing-a-ma-jig. Well, back to the beer...I would recommend you try the "Beer Blends" here. My favorites are the Snakebite (Wyder's Peach Cider & Harp) and Eclipse (Blue Moon & Guinness Stout). I wouldn't really go out of my way to this place for the food. I will recommend this place if your looking to eat and grab a brew. It's a guarantee that you will find a nice, ice cold beer to pair up with your food. If beer is not your thing, they also carry a good selection of wine, and a full bar. Just like the rating, this place is A-OK!
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Amy F.
Went to Yard House even after reading the slow service reviews. I should have listened. I ordered the orange chicken. The sauce was watery and the rice inedible. I sent the rice back and requested steamed vegetables. Quick fix. I was really disappointed because I was starving and really wanted to have a great meal. The service. Horrible. There was wait staff lingering everywhere. But never ours waitress. She made us wait a LONG time to order the appetizers. Then once the food came she was never to return. When we needed refills or anything we had to find someone else. We saw multiple tables seated and they all had that look after a long while. The one that says they haven't even placed a drink order and they were trying to decide whether to stay or go. We had the same thought waiting for our waitress initially. We should have just paid out drink tab and left to eat elsewhere. Decor is good, drink selection fantastic, food... Nothing to write a positive review about this time, service- horrible. Two stars only because of the drinks.
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Karen K.
Yard House has spoiled me with their insane beer selection. Seriously, I can't go anywhere else anymore because I am always disappointed with 6 beers on tap. I need my 130 baby! Shock Top Raspberry...its fruity and sweet but so delicious. Too drinkable. The food here is really good too. Nothing gourmet or culinarily exciting, but always fresh and made to order. The burgers are an excellent choice, I enjoy them protein style.
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Fi Fi R.
We walked in and were quoted 30-40 min to be seated and we seated 5-10 min later. The night seemed wonderful so far. Our server David greeted us; took our drink, appetizer and kid's meal order. The drinks, appetizer and kid's meals came out very quickly, which was great. However, we were finished with appetizers before David came back to take our meal orders. We had to wait for our dinner for a while, but the refills and drinks took almost no time. The beer selection is AMAZING!!!! Gumballhead beer ROCKS (my fav)!!! I've dined here a few times before and had never bad a beer or any other drink!!! We were watching the teamwork that the employees of this restaurant have, and it is amazing!!! Great job guys!!! Overall the night turned out to be great, but I'm giving it 4 starts because it took a little while to take our order considering we had two kids with us.
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Adam B.
Plenty of other reviewers cover the details. Here are the headlines: Trendy vibe (for the suburbs), lively atmosphere, great beer selection, loads of interesting (if pricey) appetizers, thick and interesting burgers, pretty good service (they do try). It's nice to sit outside in good weather. Can be very crowded. Yes, it's a go-to place to hang out. Two thumbs up!
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Bill W.
Up and coming contender with humongous beer selection (really need 100 taps?) and decent-to-good food. Nice place to hang out with friends or family after a hard day's work shopping at the Glen! Upscale suburban Chicago eatery that is just that....a little bit of suburban heaven with an edge.
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Matthew C.
Great selection of beers and friendly waitstaff. I got the Gorgonzola burger and a Belgian Chimay Triple ale. The burger was tasty but slightly overcooked and the bun was soggy on the bottom. The whole fare (2 beers and burger w/fries) was just under $30, which seems a little pricey for what it was.
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Matthew F.
Wow, what an awful experience. Came in on the Sunday of the 4th of July weekend to grab an early dinner with my family. We were promptly seated outside on their nice little patio and began selecting our beers from their extensive draft list. We had plenty of time to do this as our server did not come to check in for at least 10 minutes. When she did arrive, she looked as if she were either completely hungover or perhaps still drunk from the night before. Either way, her demeanor was awkward and abrupt. She came back with 4 beers for our group of 6 and saying that the other two were either out or in the process of switching kegs. Another 10 minutes go by, and she comes with 1 of the 2 missing beers. The final beer did not come for another 10 minutes without any apology. We ordered a ton of food, most of which was pretty mediocre. The onion ring tower was great. The chicken nachos were room temperature, despite the platter being incredibly hot. My burger was served on some sort of ciabatta roll that fell apart and stuck to my fingers as I was eating. Not appetizing. Server came one more time, and 2 of the 6 were able to order refills on our beer. The other four did not have the privilege. A few minutes later, the waitress dropped the check at the table while muttering something under her breath. She did then refill our water glasses for the first time, which I'm assuming was her last ditch attempt at salvaging a tip. The lousy service would not have been as insulting had she not spent the rest of the time sitting at the table across from us WITH TWO MANAGERS. That's right, the staff was hanging out on the deck while ignoring the customers, and the managers were encouraging this behavior by sitting with them. Totally unprofessional behavior for any restaurant staff, let alone manager. After an experience like this, I'll usually call the restaurant the next day to let the manager know of my less than great experience. However, as the managers were a part of the problem, they likely know just how poorly managed the restaurant is, and don't care to change.
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Gerald M.
I have been here for work parties and with my 4 year old kids. They have good food for everyone. Service has always been great. And how can you go wrong with all those beers?
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vince v.
Good food,flights of beer and great ambiance. But do not go during the week way to many kids running around,I don't think there were enough timeouts!!!!! Will try again on a weekend night or maybe a quick lunch.All in all very good food& drinks.
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Ericka A.
Yard House boasts of their 100+ beers on tap, which makes them the largest draught beer provider in the world. Granted, not all of these beers are going to please. To each their own. But with 100+, it's hard to go wrong. My first beer was the He'brew pomegranate ale, which I thought would be amazing since I'm a big fan of almost all things pomegranate. The beer wasn't bad, a hint of sweet, but not what I was looking for. They were out of Harp, so they weren't able to make a lot of the mixed beer concoctions. The waitress suggested a Black Velvet - stout and pear cider. Again, not anything that impressed me; however, the pear cider half was pretty good. They also have many of the beers that I know I like. Clam chowder was some of the best I've had. All of the food looked good and my friends enjoyed it. I ordered the pint sized pear/apple cobbler with caramel ice cream and exclaimed, "OH MY GOD!" Not an exaggeration. Service was slow at some moments, but overall we were taken care of.
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Kelz M.
I don't often find myself dining in suburban eateries. Certainly not in northern suburbs. Definitely not in Glenview. Last night was an exception, a la suburban friends of mine who offered to transport me from my cozy Lincoln Park home to ... well, Glenview. So my friends, their adorable mother (who recently had foot surgery - it's relevant) and I headed to Yard House. As we pulled up to the door to let my friends' mama out, some chick in her Lexus SUV behind us begins to honk. And honk and honk obnoxiously. I ignored this graciously. Until she power-rolled down her window just to yell into the bitterly cold night air, "You know, that's a REALLY stupid place to get out of a car!!" to which I reply, "ehhhh, get-ovah-yaself!!" Chick-in-Lexus looked as though I'd just slapped her, then scurried off wordlessly. "Huh!" I thought. "That's it?" My friends later informed me that, at least in Glenview, they're used to saying snarky comments but they're NOT used to getting a reply when they do. Whoopsie! Anyway, the whole thing kind of got my Yard House attitude off on the wrong foot. Thank goodness, the food and the staff were wonderful. Our server (Craig? Kyle? Fernando? one of those trendy, monosyllabic names...) was helpful, informative, and quick with our food and drinks without hovering (this, I like very much). We had the spinach dip (very good) but the korean beef appetizer stole the pre-dinner show by a landslide. Mmmm-MM! That beef was tender, full of flavour - fabulous! For dinner, I had the Blue Crab Cake Sandwich - it was a bit pricey but delicious. And the portions at Yard House are H.U.G.E. - so huge that I had to take half of my sandwich and fries home with me. Which reminds me - additional bonus: everything reheated very well and I didn't hate having a blue crab cake sandwich for dinner two nights in a row! :-D As many have already mentioned, Yard House's shining glory is their 100+ beers on draft. I'm not much of a beer drinker but I was still impressed by the offerings on tap. Maybe I'll give one of them a try when summer rolls around... cold draft beer with a thick juicy steak? Now we're talkin'!
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Heather L.
Came here to watch football while my kids were at a kiddie birthday party on a recent Sunday. I was thrilled to see the Packers game on, among others. Decided this was a much better place to hang out for two hours than the ubiquitous Starbucks, so I bellied up to the bar and got my football on. The room is a big open square, in the high ceilinged upscale warehousy kind of way. Huge oval bar in the middle with every beer imaginable. The huge ten foot windows made it a bright cheery place even on a cloudy day. Nice pple watching outside but the plasma screens all around keep you in the game. They could be a little bigger but those who came to dine might disagree. My guess is this doesn't have the sports bar feel at other times. The $9 Bloody Mary seemed a little steep. It was nicely seasoned but not much of a garnish for that pricetag. A domestic pint will cost you $3.50 - a bit more reasonable. The food did look very pretty and yummy. I will be back. Kid friendly place too. Not just a bar, lot's of families. Friendly patrons and staff made it not too awkward for a lady alone wanting to watch her Packers.
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Dylan B.
I went here a month or so ago for a work party, and was totally satisfied. I had a cheddar bacon burger, which was decent, but I was (as most people probably are) blown away by the beer selection. I would definitely recommend it for a group outing.
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Cassie S.
Holy beer selection batman!! If my review was based on beer selection alone, this would be a no-brainer 5-star review. It isn't though. What knocked it down, you may ask? For starters - it is really pricey for what it is (esp. the burgers and sandwiches) so your check is likely to be pretty high unless you luck out and get here for happy hour when apps are 1/2 priced. Also, it was crazy noisy last night and, sitting at a table eating dinner (and drinking yummy beers), we could barely hear each other. Finally, too many tvs for my taste (I know, this is part of the appeal of the bar to some people, but I hate it when there is NOWHERE in the whole restaurant/bar area to sit that doesn't have a clear view of a television - makes it very difficult to hold meaningful conversation). I'd come back next time I'm staying in the burbs and need to hit a bar, but just for the drinks, not the food. Oh, and major bonus points for having beer floats - I can't begin to tell you how excited this made my boyfriend!
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Rita P.
One star lost for the higher prices (and some super high calorie foods). However, they are not enough to deter me because everything is delicious. The menu is large but not overwhelming. The beer menu is wide and varied, and they will even make recommendations if you are new to the world of beer. Their cocktails are yummy too. The best thing about this place is the atmosphere. It's the perfect mix of a restaurant and sports bar- a great place to catch the game over drinks and 1/2 price appetizers. Also a great place for dinner. Fantastically polite service, willing to make recommendations.
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Greg M.
The massive beer list is a draw, but the food is really, really good, too. Seems just a bit pricey, but the hamburgers and entrees are enjoyable. I recommend the truffle fries. With those alone, you'll be back.
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Christine P.
How can you go wrong with around 100 different kinds of beer on tap??? Almost everything I've had here for food (and beer!) has been outstanding. This usually ends up being the meeting place for my friends and I when we have about seven of us together, and the waiters are always great with us. The mixed drinks and martinis are also pretty good. If there's a wait, though, there are better places to check out. It's just most of them aren't in the Glen!
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Eliza M.
This place has over 100 beers on tap so it's always fun to take someone here who would get a kick out of that (like my brother, brother-in-law). It's also a chance to try some beer that you otherwise wouldn't. The food was decent but maybe a little overly priced. And I recall the music being quite loud but at least it was good music (classic rock).
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Gail C.
What more can I say about a place that has 130 beers on tap, except awesome? The bar which is in the middle of the restaurant wraps around with plenty of tv's available for viewing sports events. Very open and airy. The avocado and swiss burger is very good. The fries are salt and pepper encrusted and excellent. Thin and semi crispy, yum! Happy hours are from 3-6pm where appetizers are half off: some of the great app's are: Seared Ahi sashimi, and Jamaican wings. For entree's try the porcini encrusted halibut or pepper encrusted filet. The desserts are a bit pricey and nothing special.
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Chris M.
This place is good for the huge tap beer selection they have, about 100 on tap. When it first opened, we were astonished by the endless number of taps that circle around the bar. The excitement pretty much stops here. This place is either a bit on the teenie bopper side or on the snooty "I just paid 100 bucks to golf at the Glen" crowd. For the suburbs, this place is hard to have conversation, and since it's one big room of concrete and stainless steel everywhere, it's hard for groups to conversate. I had some jamiacan jerk chicken wings that were okay, and a turkey burger (I'm training for the marathon, people. Gotta eat somewhat healthy). The sandwich was pretty decent, but certainly the prices weren't ($10.25 for the burger w/ fries). So, all in all, the food here is not worth the trip out. The beer is about all you can say about it. They used to have a Monday Night Football special where every pint was $2-3 bucks. Not sure if they do that anymore. If anyone knows, spread the word.
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John C.
Went the day after Thanksgiving so it was very busy but that is still no excuse for the rude service our party of 10 received from our server. A few people had just arrived when others left, and we all continued to order drinks, but he brought the check and asked us to settle up after hovering a while. Without decent service a place like this is nothing.
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Natalie H.
Best beer selection in the burbs! Since it was a lovely evening, we were able to take advantage of the outdoor seating. There are heat lamps on the patio as well which were adjusted based on the weather. Towards the end of the evening the staff turned one up to accommodate the cold coming in. I had a delicious grilled cheese with tomato soup and great service. I will be back.
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Eui Jeong K.
Ordered the lobster garlic noodles. Only issue was i got a couple tiny pieces of the shell in my meal.
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Glenn D.
Go for half price apps or don't complain about the prices The service has always been good at worst. I think people that have had bad service asked for it. Julia A. --- The people that came in after you were paged when it was their turn. We have been known to take the pager down to the Red Star (now closed) and have a beer there while we wait. If you like beer, get the sampler with 6 types. If your real lucky, and your there Thursday afternoon when they change the 6 for the week, you will get to try 12 different beers. (happened to me once). Can get a little loud with the lousy acoustics. Lots of tv's, pretty kid friendly and food quality is decent. Outside patio is very nice in good weather. GD
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Christina C.
The waitress we had was horrible and very rude to us. To top it off we found a dead fly in our lettuce wrap! -____-
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Steve K.
I love the food, atmosphere, and beer selection. The service is generally OK, but they are extremely crowded on Friday's/Saturday's so it can be a little slow. Food: The Hawaiian burger is fantastic. I've also had the Mac and Cheese, which has truffle sauce and comes off a little too strong. But, the avocado chicken sandwich was great too. Beer: The bar has over 100 beers on tap in a huge variety. I usually go for the Hefeweizens, which they have a great selection of. My wife loves that they have Framboise (a fruity beer). Atmosphere: Yard House is extremely loud when it's packed, and it's been packed every time I've been there. Reminds me more of a restaurant in the city, but more spacious. Area: Parking isn't bad, you have to go in the parking garage, but sounds like they have valet now. I haven't been since this started. The Glen is a nice area to take a walk at night, but not much nightlife besides the theater next door. I have to talk off a star because they don't take reservations. Otherwise, this would be a great birthday dinner spot for a group. A party of 2-4 will often wait a good 30-45 minutes for a table if you get there 6ish on a Friday night (so, not terrible) but at least the beer keeps you occupied while you wait. It's a good idea to call ahead and check what the wait is, especially if you have a larger party.
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Amelia W.
As everyone has mentioned, the beer selection is fantastic. I love that the beers are categorized in the menu by type -- all of the red ales are together, all of the bocks are together, etc. It makes exploration of the extensive beer list much easier. As far as I can tell, most pints are in the $6 range, which isn't bad for a good beer. I've been here twice (once at the bar, once in the restaurant) and the service has been excellent both times. They were happy to answer questions, give recommendations, were very friendly and attentive without being overbearing. They struck up conversations as appropriate but still did their job professionally. I can't think of a better word to describe the service than "excellent." There is a unique mix of food on the menu -- can't categorize it as just "American" or "Asian" or anything. I felt that I got my money's worth the first time I ate there... the most recent time seemed fairly expensive for what we actually got. I also found it a little bit difficult to pick something to eat, since most menu items have an unexpected twist of some sort. (Maybe I need to be more adventurous!) Overall, I'd recommend it.
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Allison E.
Pretty standard American restaurant fare. The menu is huge so everyone is bound to find something they like. I went with a burger and it was delicious.Nothing seemed over-the-top exciting or interesting but it was all completely serviceable. Our waitress was great and almost too attentive. It was a little on the loud side, but all in all, a solid time.
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Isabelle L.
Definitely a place to go to for happy hour (from 3 to 6 PM Monday through Friday) when most of the appetizers are half price. Food is certainly of quality and well presented. The place is a bit pricey though. The appeal: a lot a lot a lot of beer on tap to choice from. Go for the beer.
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Victor L.
Medium burger = well done. Small portion. Poor service. Yard house has gone downhill.
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Sabrina B.
Yardhouse doesn't take reservations. The patio is a decent size in the summer. Wide range of food and drink menu.
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Gwynne R.
This restaurant is located in the Glen, and I went with two coworkers around 1:30 in the afternoon. When we walked in, the host and hostess were on the phone and didn't so much as look at us. Then, the hostess got off the phone and immediately got another call and got back on the phone instead of helping us. OOOOOKay!? Another hostess came up and sat us. Despite my initial bad impression of the place, given by the front desk, the rest of my experience here was great. Our server was friendly, funny and attentive without being annoying. Our food came out fast and was delicious. I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato basil soup. WOW. It was like three different kinds of cheeses, crusty bread, and creamy soup. Amazing. I also had the onion ring tower, which is sprinkled with parmesan cheese and served w/ chipotle and ranch sauce. Also reallllly good! My coworkers had a buger and the crab cake hoagie and they said their food was excellent too. Not to mention....the Pomegranite martini. Yes, I do have a small obesssion. The one here is PERFECTION. Too bad I went here on my lunch break because I could have downed 3 or 4 instead of just one. I would give it 5 stars but the hosts were wack and it is overpriced. Overall, I would definitely recommend Yard House if you are out in the 'burbs.
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Amy L.
Not bad. Came here on a weekend night and it was quite busy. I believe we had to wait about an hour. We had a big group of 9. The only negatives I had was it's very loud in there so the booth we sat in was quite big that you got to raise your voice a bit to talk to one another. The other negative was the price, a bit high for me. I ordered the margherita pizza, can't usually go wrong there, it was good. We shared nachos, which was excellent. Everybody pretty much liked their food. They had a huge beer selection. The waitress knew her stuff too and recommended what is now my hubby's favorite beer. Two of our gals shared a Yard glass drink which is what they're known for: glasses that are a yard in height. They said it was watered down though unfortunately so maybe not worth it.
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Shira G.
I have been here before and it was ok, but boy has this place gone downhill. Food came cold, they got 2/4 orders wrong so we ate at different times, charged us extra for things even though we couldn't get the items that came with the meal, waitress double charged credit card and still waiting for this to be cleared up... won't be going here again!
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Adam W.
Found this place by accident when i got lost...and totally glad i did because its an awesome restaurant. Beer list, well its not even a list, its a declaration of we know our shit. They have something like 115 beers ON TAP, yes ON TAP. God knows what that looks like in the BOH with all those lines and kegs (which i would actually like to see). The food is actually really good too. They are always busy, but the restaurant is huge so wait is usually no longer than 10 minutes if that. The area that it is in is quite nice as well...shopping area and what not. Check it out if you are in the area. The bill for 2 with apps, entrees, drinks, and a few more drinks was like 60 bucks...so totally affordable.
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Mark e.
Well this place really is overpriced , slow service, the managers never ever around to tables. I do not understand why they are busy, I really don't spending all this money I 1.should get better service 2. The egos of the servers is that I am nothing them. 3. Managers really are never around to help.4 I would rather have the hussars wait on me I saw them more. I really don't say this about restaurants since I my self am " in the business" This place really does suck!please stay a way, boycott, over over priced. Smaller portions the last few times! Pushy servers they become mad because you don't want to order right away. I as a manager would never have this happen , it is bad / worse management style . They are very lazy they should run the door, not the hosts they do not greet you they just tell you how long the wait is, then give you this buzzer and user quote. The older bearded bartender should get some manners from the bus staff!! This place can be great it comes down the manager style it SUCKS never ever again!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Cupcake S.
I go here all the time....never had a bad meal! My two favorites are the mac and cheese and the grilled cheese. Whenever I try something new, I'm always pleased with the food!
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Jeannie T.
It's kind of a haul for us, but we like to go to the Yard House a few times a year or so. Tons and tons of beer on tap, which makes the hubby happy. I really like their mac and cheese! I got a burger once - it was ok, but admittedly, I'm not a huge burger fan. If you like beer, you need to go at least once!
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Vishal P.
Great selection...and the bar tenders know what they are talking about!!!
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Ngoc H.
Tons of beer on draft and half off appetizers on weekends from 3-6pm? I'm definitely there! Everything on the appetizer menu is great, well aside from the wings, I've had better, but none the less they're still good. The Mac and cheese is phenomenal and the fried chicken is beyond heavenly. The NY strip steak is huge! It came out perfect. If you're not a big beer fanatic, try the woodchucks pear cider, it's sparkly and very lite, almost like sprite or 7up. The garlic noodles are surprisingly very good. Parking is abundant and service was wonderful, very knowledgeable staff. Fun place for a big group.
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Grace L.
I always have a nice time here. Good food, great company, and love the outdoor seating.
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Chris D.
the only place I can get sea dog blueberry wheat ale.
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Jake M.
I went here with my family yesterday and was slightly disappointed. This place kinda reminded me of a Hard Rock Cafe. My BBQ Bacon Cheddar burger was very good as were the fries. All the burgers come with a garlic aiola that was very good, especially when dipping the fries into it. Despite this, my friends fish was way to thick, tough, and not blackened at all. The restaurant had great service and the manager was happy to replace the fish with a new meal.
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Dheeraj R.
Excellent food. Great service even when they are busy. Awesome beer selection.
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Christine P.
This place has an insane number of beers on tap!!! (and I think I remember someone once telling me they had the most out of any other restaurant in the states?) Don't be intimidated by the selection. We asked our waiter a few questions in picking a beer and he was very knowledgeable and we ended up really liking the ones we got. (so many of them...i can't remember the name. hehe!) Also, for something a little different, try one of the beer floats. We got the chocolate one and it was really good!!! Their food is also pretty good although it can be a little pricey. The best time to go is during their happy hour. (Between 3-6pm on M-F) Appetizers are half off and almost all the ones I've tried tasted really good and were large enough portions to be a full meal. (Between me and my bf, we ordered 3 appetizers and had enough left over to take home.) The area is really nice too if you want to walk around before or afterwards. Parking can be a little hard sometimes and you might have to settle for one of the parking garages behind the building and walk a little bit.
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Lauren H.
Since I live close to this place, sometimes this is one of the restaurants that is suggested. I want to love it but it's just OK in my book. Lately we've been coming for happy hour which is probably the only reason I'd come here because it's half off on certain food..Other than that, to me I don't think it's worth paying the big bucks unless your really hungry!
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Todd M.
I would visit the Yardhouse again for their wide variety of beers on tap. I counted over 100 draft beers available. I enjoyed the Robert the Bruce by Three Floyds Brewing Company. I should point out that we had an appetizer (I believe it was a spinach dip) that was nothing to write home about, but I would go back solely for the great beers.
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Alan R.
I absolutely hate chains. Whenever I am with someone that wants to go to Chili's, Applebee's or Bennigan's I grimace and put up as much of a fight as I can to avoid it. That said, Yardhouse is way better than that. It is a bit expensive for what it is. Everything I have had here is excellent. As with most chains, they have an extensive menu. The menu is also innovative, unlike the aforementioned chains. The Pizza is very good as are their burgers. Surprisingly, the Shashimi was also good. The beer list is the best I have seen including over 100 Beers on Tap. Don't miss the 3-6 and 10-11pm happy hours with half price appetizers.
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Krystle S.
This place is great. The appetizers are phenomenal and if you're a beer person, you'll fall in love with the large beer selection. The servers are very friendly and attentive. Make sure you take advantage of their Happy Hour deals on appetizers and pizzas. Call ahead seating is highly recommended. It gets packed on Friday and Saturday nights so make sure to give yourself enough time to call ahead. This place is great for group dinners and kids.
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Bobby D.
This is one of my favorite bars. With almost one hundred beers on tap, how can you go wrong? The food is pretty darn good to and in you can catch a movie after dinner or vise vest. A little pricey but you are paying for a very nice atmosphere too.
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J P.
I love the location and it was so beautiful to walk around The Glen in the winter. To start, the Hostess in the front was very nice, we didn't have a reservation and it was packed, we had to wait around 25 minutes. We wanted to go look around but couldn't bring that..flashy thing with us. She marked us down as if we had called in for a reservation at that time so that we were able to look around. When we got back we were seated right away. It was packed because there was a very good bulls game on. We had a very cute waitor as well haha! We asked about the lobster/crab dip and he said it was awesome, per his recommendation we got it and it was good. We also ordered the organic tomato bisque and turkey sliders which were both soooooo delicious, I especially loved the soup and the fries that came with the sliders! it was a nice cozy place and they also had so many beers to choose from. Also their menu was sooo extensive I was wanting to order everything. I will just have to go back in order to try all the things I wanted!
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John D.
If you were to ask 100 people about yard house I would bet 50 say they love this place and will swear by it and the other 50 think its over rated and not worth the money. I fall into the latter. Yard House is expensive for what it is. Wide arrange of different cuisines, bar foods, and beers. The beer selection is huge, but every time I have gone in and asked for a specific beer they didn't have it or they were "out of it." It was not like I asked for something obscure either. If you are looking to try this place go during happy hour when appetizers are half off otherwise its not worth your money unless you are a beer aficionado.
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Meg S.
Food is good here, but it's difficult to hold a conversation if you're not a loud talker----very very noisy. Cool menu and good beer though!
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Carolynne M.
The absolute nicest looking restaurant in the Glen, and I have seen inside all of them except for maybe one. Went in to grab a quick bite before a movie. We were a bit shocked at the lunch prices, but after the food arrived we could see why. The portions were VERY large, but excellently presented and really good! BF had the french onion soup and caesar salad. Both got the thumbs-up. I had the clam chowder - really good too and loaded with big chunks of clam & potato. I also ordered the chilled edamame. Fantastic! They came with just a touch of kosher salt and I couldnt stop eating them, they were that good. mmmm. Too bad we were there so early in the day, as the beer selection looked very interesting. We will definitely be back.
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Scott H.
This place isn't close to home but I have visited twice and would go back again. It isn't cheap but the beer selection is great and the food is good. I have had the bernaise sliders, they are delicious and big enough to split between 2 people. They have you typical bar fare along with some classier entrees so it's the best of both worlds. The place has been jam packed both times but the service wasn't hindered one bit, which is a huge plus.
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Derek G.
I wasn't really sure what to expect at this upscale bar and grill. However, I am happy to report that my experience was great. Yard House is tucked away within the confines of the Glenn. It is in essence Bar Louie if Bar Louie made a lot of money and lived in Winnetka.
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Shivali D.
I've been to Yard House a couple of times now but I'm reviewing it for my most recent visit. So they don't take reservations... And even though it's a large facility that has many many tables (plus seasonal patio) theres always a wait! They do allow you to call ahead but in my opinion that doesn't mean much because you have to wait anyways. The wait is worth it for the food though! I'm a huge fan as YH caters to vegetarians with their Gardein features. I've tried the BBQ chicken pizza and wings off of their in the past both of which were good! This time I ordered a burger but i wasn't a fan of the burger they used, it had a weird after taste. My friends ordered the chicken strips which they liked but I wasn't a fan, and another friend ordered the Mac and cheese which she thought was great. The drinks were great and the fact that they allow you to sample beer is pretty sweet! YH is awfully pricey and I love it for the veggie options but my meat eater friend doesn't find it worth the money, maybe only once in a while. Overall service was good and attentive. I love the Glen do that speaks for the environment. Also Via Gelato is right across which is a huge plus so I say skip desert and grab some Gelato instead!
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steve l.
Great beer. Food can be very good or not good. They need someone to pay attention to the dishes as the leave the kitchen.....
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Lauren D.
Stranded in the suburbs? Stop at Yard House! One of only a few places that stays open pretty late. Yard House is a cool place to hang out and can satisfy 99% of its customers. Although service can be lacking and sometimes nonexistent, their beer selection is unbeatable (we're talking Delirium on tap) and their appetizers will soothe even the saltiest of cravings. (Try the onion tower, spinach/artichoke dip, edemame, calamari...) The crowd is typically younger, 21 - 40. Accomodates large groups easily, and there are televisions at every angle. Also, really good music always playing. The menu is considerably extensive, including everything from pricey steaks and seafood to cheaper burgers, pizzas and pastas. I'd recommend the Hawaiian burger.
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Gerry G.
First, don't go necessarily expecting the best service. Some of their staff are excellent--DJ (or TJ?) in particular, and Adam are both great servers and are very enthusiastic. We've had plenty of below average experiences too, but the great beer selection (about 100 on tap,) the good food, and the Monday Night Football and Happy Hour specials keep us coming back. During Monday Night football, they serve "almost" half price beer, and half priced appetizers. They also do a happy hour of half priced appetizers only. There's a limited late night reduced price appetizer list as well. Don't miss the chicken nachos and the quite spicy Thai pizza. Incidentally, once I had a problem with the restaurant not honoring a promotion and wrote a letter to the management company. They handled it wonderfully and ended up more than making up for the mishap.
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Martin M.
Ok food, nothing to brag about. Average service, with a very sticky floor. Been here a couple times, but thats because of friends. Not a big fan.
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Abhist D.
So...what you hear about this place is SOOOO true. This is my wife's new bar of choice and she'd been begging me to go with her for the longest time. I had been by the Glen a couple times but had never actually gone in. When I walked in there, I wasn't too impressed. It was just like any other bar. But then I saw the beer menu and I literally popped my cherry! They have 110 beers on tap...110!!! If you don't believe me, check out the link below and even you'll be blown off your feet! yardhouse.com/files/beer… The food is, surprisingly, pretty damn good, albeit a little overpriced. But the first time we went there, we met up with a few friends and just had drinks and appetizers, some of the best calamari I've ever had (WARNING: if you're with a date, or plan on hooking up and making out...be sure to bring gum because the calamari is laced with garlic seasoning). The second time we went back, I got the (Mac+Cheese) 2. Its pasta with chedder and parmesan, roasted chicken, applewood smoked bacon, and wild mushrooms. I enjoyed the meal, although I thought the bacon was a bit hard for my taste. Overall, this place is the haven for the Beer Gods......a Mount Olympus that us lowly mortals who love beer can readily enjoy! (oh, and they have happy hour from 3-6 with half price appetizers!)
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Jessica O.
Ahhhhhh, the glory of over 100 beers on tap. Where to begin? Most importantly, don't go here for good unless it is happy hour during the week or late night on the weekends... I really wouldn't order anything other than appetizers or starter salads of the menu, since it is a bit pricey... but as soon as those specials kick in... WORTH it! I love the moo-shoo egg rolls, the sliders (get em with onion straws... so good), the onion rings, the lettuce wraps, and the nachos (THEY'RE HUGE!). I wouldn't so much recommend the calamari, or the spicy tuna...I've had mixed experiences. The beers are great, most of the servers are wonderful, and it is a fun place for ladies to get together (martinis as well) and for guys to get together (lots of flat-screen plasmas around the place). Overall... a great place pre or post movie! Open till midnight, 1 am on Saturdays.
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Elizabeth C.
Food and service was really great. No complaints.
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Stephanie E.
The food was pretty good. Good fresh fish, NY Strip with garlic mash potatoes was awesome. However, our server Craig was probably the best part. He was extremely accomendating and knowledgable. There was not one thing he recommended for us that wasn't good.
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Terri L.
$16.25 for macaroni and cheese??? Really???? I ordered the "Mac and cheese squared" which is macaroni with bacon bits and mushrooms in it. yes, $16.25!! The food was just so-so. It was not worth nearly what I paid. If money is no object, this may not be objectionable. But there are so many truly good dining choices in Glenview and the surrounding areas, I will be making different choices in the future!!
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Brian L.
This is the spot in Glenview! I love Yardhouse, this place is huge! They have a huge beer menu and I mean HUGE! Their apple woodchuck beer is very delicious I totally recommend it and they serve it in an amazing high glass! Their food is just as good, I ordered the cob salad and it was heaven! The service is wonderful may I add. I would definitely come again.
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Jerry W.
I like it even though it is over-priced and borders on having a "mall restaurant" feel. Staff is average, food is above average, prices are above average and the ambiance is good. A good choice if you are going to a movie. Over time the Glen has gone downhill in my estimation from a nice destination to a teenage hangout. Nonetheless, Yard House is a good place to get some food when in the area.
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David B.
Yard House sometimes doesn't take reservations, and it gets really crowded. Be prepared to stand by the front door or the bar area for a little while. However, the bar area is large enough -- a giant circle -- that you can easily stand in small groups waiting there. The televisions are not a focal point of the restaurant, but you can see them anywhere in the place. I swear they must have 100 beers on tap here, including lots of things that will be tough to find at other restaurants. The food is also very good -- the "sliders" appetizer was surprisingly nothing like White Castle sliders except in appearance and then teriyaki ribs were unique and really well-cooked. Entrees range from the cheap -- sandwiches, pizza, and burgers at $10 -- to the expensive with seafood and steaks topping near $30. The location is really nice, too, because of the pseudo-downtown feel of the street. Parking is available down the whole street, and there's also a garage near the middle of the strip. I suppose it's probably a closer feel to Old Orchard Mall than Clark St, but it's still nice to see the effort. You can walk out of the restaurant and have several other bars, coffee shops, or dessert places to choose from.
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Brenda D.
The food is fine but make sure you check you bill. We were told about a wrong special talked to manager said they would fix it but their solution was cheap then I complained agian only to make them honor what the waiter told us and it took forever but they finally honored the mistakes. They do have good gluten free options. Lots of beer but overpriced.
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walter M.
I've eaten here around 15 times because I live in Glenview and it's kid friendly at lunch time on the weekends. Here are my issues: *Service is pretty average, nobody really cares about going above and beyond, the check is always late and after they drop it off, they take a long time to come back and get it. If you have kids, they have no sensitivity to speed. *Menu is over-engineered. There are 5-6 different things going on with every dish and I've tried everything from the sushi (which is horrible) to the turkey burger (which is mushy at best). *Kid-friendly place, but they have horrible kid cups (lids come off very easily), don't have straws that can bend, and serve adult food on the kid menu. Chicken fingers are beer battered, and once you start cutting em up, all the breading falls off and you're left with a slimy pile of chicken that isn't really that good. I keep going and ordering different menu items i n the hope that I can find something I can get every time, but have yet to find it. A few more tries and I'll be out of options. Go if you just want to get an average burger and good beers. Do not go if you like good food and aren't drinking.
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Brad C.
Super beer selection. The amount of beers on tap is great. Hopleaf may have a ton of beers but they aren't all on tap. The food is pretty decent. If you can, go for Monday night football, even if you don't like football they have some great specials that day.
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Vick C.
I went there with my boyfriend for late dinner after my class, I really think that's a good place for late night since they have 1/2 off of their appetizer menu after 10pm, we ordered a Thai spicy chicken pizza for only 6 dollars, and it's huge! Beer still good from tap and I really have nothing can complaint!
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Albert C.
Wow, some pretty harsh reviews. =p Sure, it's not great but it's not *that* bad either. One of my college/grad school friends works and lives in the northern suburbs, so the Glen ends up being a convenient meeting place whenever I'm back in town. Invariably, we usually find ourselves at The Yardhouse, which isn't bad for what it is, a corporate chain. Prices are a little higher than I'd hope for out in the 'burbs, but then again, I'm looking at from the perspective of a cash-strapped resident physician. Portions are average to above-average, though nowhere as bountiful as Cheesecake Factory. I have to admit that I'm a fan of the ahi crunchy salad. The appetizers are an ok value during happy hour when they're half off, but not worth it when they're full price. $11 for 2 crab cakes? Come on. Since I'm not a big fan of alcohol, I'll leave the commentary on their selection to other, more experienced Yelpers.
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Aubrey R.
We went here after running some errands on Saturday and we were pleasantly surprised. The place was very busy, but we were able to get a table after waiting only 5 minutes. Our server was very pleasant, she asked us for our drink order and asked us if we had been there before. We told her it was our first time and that the menu was overwhelming. There were so many things to choose from, everything sounded so good. She gave us some suggestions. We ended up getting the calamari, wings and a grilled cheese but instead of tomato soup, I wanted the french onion. We also got a side of fries. The place was really busy, so it took about 20 minutes for us to get our food which was fine. I do not like calamari at all, not my thing. I've tried it a few times and it always has been rubbery to me. I tried it and it was crispy and tasted pretty good, but still, I could only try one bite. My boyfriend enjoyed his wings. They were all the drumstick part. He said they were really tasty. My grilled cheese was good. I had it with bacon and it was crispy, the bread had parm cheese on it making a nice crust on the outside of the bread. I'm a picky eater, so I took the blue cheese out that they had and I also asked for a side of honey mustard. The server remembered. Usually servers get my order wrong because I'll put this and that on the side or take things out. The french onion soup is also really good. For subbing instead of tomato soup, had to pay a buck extra. The fries were shoestring fries, but they were kind of breaded. Good fries. The server came around quite a bit to check on us even though she had a ton of tables and she always came to refill our drinks. We want to come back again to try the mac and cheese with bacon and also the swordfish. I hope they open up one of these in the city. Very good and it would be a local hang out for us.
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Ann Y.
Went here for a late lunch and I really enjoyed it. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. I really liked how the put sugar around the lemonade glass. What a nice touch! I had a chicken enchilada stack and it was HUGE and tasty. I would definitely get it again. I also tried the chicken nachos which were quite good (and 1/2 off becuase we went before 6:00 on a week day). My dad had the mac and cheese squared which was yummy and my mom had the orange chicken which she liked. This place remindes me of cheesecake factory a bit but with way better service and more personal touches.
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Christian H.
The Yardhouse has a fantastic selection of beer. Being a lover of beer, all I can say is they need not do much more. However, they do. There are several items on the menu that go great with beer, including the sliders (i like the classic vs. the Bearnaise), boneless chicken and mash, and the jambalaya (which is creamier than traditional recipes, but good). Their steak is not top quality, but if you are looking for good steak at this place - that is your mistake. Chicago has lots of good steak places. This place is good for beer and bar food that is a bit better than most.
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Y.D. K.
Great place to go to for a wide selection of beers, I think more than 50 that are on tap and ready for the pouring, but I think its definitely more than 100...You can also have a Miller Lite or a Budweiser for the ones who are too scared to try something different. YH also have mixed drinks as well as mixed beers too, and then food is also availbale which is quite good. Despite the great features available at the bar and kitchen, it is EXPENSIVE. $20 will take you for a couple of beers, maybe three, but to eat more or try other beers/drinks will run you quite a large bill. Also, despite having a big bar area and lots of chairs and tables, it is often more than 80% full. Still, bonus points for the large amount of beers to try/drink; penalty for the stiff bill, but then again, its The Glen and it is all expensive. Can't find parking on the street - if you can stand walking a block or two, a free garage is nearby. Also, go for the half or yard glasses of your choice of beverage - quite an interesting way to drink your poison!
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JL S.
I met up with two friends that I haven't seen in a really long time at Yard house. I arrived first and they were running late so I asked for a table and they said it would be a 40 minute wait. 25 minutes later I was seated, before my friends even got there! I asked the waiter what he recommended. He said the (Mac + Cheese)^2 and the Chicken Enchilada Stack. But I really wanted a burger so I got the BBQ Bacon Cheddar burger. It was realllly good. The fries were okay. My friends are both vegetarians and got things they enjoyed, so it was awesome. I started my meal with dessert, the Young's Double Chocolate Stout float. If you haven't had one before, like me, it will blow your mind. I ended my meal with the House Belgian Triple. It was a GREAT beer!
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Leocris L.
i love coming here because of the drink selection. you'll have a hard time figuring out what to get, which could be good or bad. the bar is smack dab in the middle, and a good size. however, good luck finding a spot on fri or sat nights. it may be a tight squeeze. the food is great. but pricey. i did get pretty sick from the spinach dip, and since then have had a fear of it. that was my only bad experience.
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Katie M.
A group of 6 of us went to The Yard House. this group of people, or at least most of us, go out weekly to drink beer and socialize. We intended to get there for happy hour to save on food and spend more on beer. I will say - they have a great beer menu which is organized really well. We arrived about 1 - 2 minutes after happy hour ended. When I inquired if we could still get the happy hour 1/2 price appetizers, the not-so-nice hostess said no we were too late. OK, yes we were late - by a minute or two, but first,she was not at all nice about it (I had even called to see if we could place an order over the phone as we were stuck in traffic and was told no). Second, as I explained to her, we were a fairly large group, old enough to know "good" beer, ready to order at least a few beers per person, ready to eat to cover the beer, and old enough to appreciate good service and tip well. In my opinion, the hostess could have at least been nicer about the whole situation. I think making 6 NEW customers should be a priority.....there are far too many other really good beer places in the area now. I hope it was worth it to the Yard House to lose 6 future customers......When here are that many beer places to choose from, it can come down to how the customer is treated.
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Gabriel T.
The best Pepper jack cheeseburger I ever ate. The food so far is fantastic. I ordered for pick up and I made sure to request ketchup (Which they never gave) I also ordered soup and they never supplied me with a spoon. That's the only reason I took one star off, otherwise it would have gotten 5 stars.
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Andrea C.
Great atmosphere and an amazing bar love the bear list and martinis. The service is great and the food is good however it is very heavy with salt and oil.
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Paul H.
Racist manager fired. good food and drink
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constantine a.
Just not a fan. Food isn't that bad (which is why i gave two stars) but the price tag that goes with the food is extreme. Huge restaurant and nice outdoor patio, but the price doesn't make me want to come back.
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M. K.
Waited 45 minutes for our meal...which was a bunless burger and buttered noodles for the kids. Apologetic but did nothing to make up for it. Will not go there again
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Patty D.
Love love love this place... I used to work around the way from here and it's a great addition to Glenview - Go during the week when you can get 1/2 priced appetizers (until 5:30 or 6:00 pm - I can't remember) which include sashimi, sliders, nachos, Hand Rolls, hand tossed pizzas, wings and more... the martinis are nice and strong. I've been there with friends who are beer lovers and they mentioned there's an incredible variety of beers... I'm more of a vodka and wine drinker so I don't know any better with the beer thing... It's a nice atmosphere and worth the stop - if you are on the North Shore. Did I mention I love this place???
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David S.
My wife and I went here before we met our son. We have been talking about going back but the early bedtime makes it difficult, but we shall return!!! I enjoyed the spirits and she watched. We both enjoyed the Happy Hour appetizers. We were able to order 5 items for less then the price of two entrees!!! What a deal!!!
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Theresa K.
Yard House is located at "The Glen" a ritzy area dedicated to food, shopping and entertainment. I have dined here a handful of times and have never been disappointed. The atmosphere is huge with ample space both inside and in their outside seating area. The service is great; the servers are very knowledgeable about the items on the menu and the plentiful of beer on hand. Go here if just for the beer choices. I'm happy to say that the Yard House is vegetarian friendly. Yes, there are around 10 unique and delicious items on the menu. However, I have ordered the tomato bisque soup, salads, and of course the mac 'n cheese. You have to order the mac 'n cheese. I opt out of the bacon and chicken and it's still satisfying enough. Next time, I'd like to try some of their vegetarian dishes which are made with Gardiena products. They sound heavenly. I would check this place out if you're in the neighborhood and looking for some hearty, delicious bar food.
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Saumil J.
One of the best places to enjoy classic rock, good food, sports, and a wide variety of beers on tap. Over 100 beers should quench the salavating needs that a grown adult requires. The food is well above average if you're seeking a good family environment. The price can be slightly above average, but it is manageable.
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WIndow S.
extensive menu with something for everyone who loves beer, meat or fake meat (lots of Gardien psuedo chicken options). Rushed impersonal service, but in a very busy location - always a wait for tables. Servers toss plates on the table, not necessarily to right person. Boxed up leftover crabcakes but left behind all the sauce and salad and garnished we had wanted. Pretty pricey for what it is (I guess California prices, since chain is based there), especially when half your leftovers are left behind.
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Greg B.
ok, place to stop for brew, food used to be better 4 years ago . dont like stuff rotation good peaople got moved to other locations. new crew not train well enough . still recommended for qiuck lunch
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Happy M.
My family use to go to the Yard house a lot mostly on weekends. Sometimes we had to wait for a long time but we did not care since most of the time the food was pretty good. Like the Asian sea bass, Lobster pasta or surf and turf burger, but I have to admit that the service is not as good as it use to be..Wait stuff is a little disappointing, I have noticed that few times already with couple of servers. I think the management needs to pay more attention and retrain people... There is a lot of waiters wondering around but no one really cares.. Last time we waited 20 minutes before anyone noticed us..and the restaurant was not busy .. Not sure if we want to go back.
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kavan s.
Love the food and great people. Only restaurant I know that sells sweet potatoe fries. And have been in bussiness since the glen opened unlike the tower / redstart. Even my parents like it.
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Ryan S.
Well, went there for a family get together... Waited over 2hrs for a table but they were so unorganized and gave our table away....most terrible service I have ever had. They kept us around, promising only a bit longer but we ended up leaving for another restaurant after several hours of being strung along. Our family get together was ruined and the family fell apart. 2 of the family members lefts the group in exile and others were reprimanded on the side walk. Our family was left in ruins and was left to mend over margaritas at lalos bar and grill. Yard house ruined my life, Christmas, and my future family relations. Also I lost my DD that night and narrowly avoided being kicked out of my own brothers wedding. Thank god for lalos margaritas which salvaged our ruined night. Lalos bar and grill is a better place for bigger parties. For smaller parties as well. Skip the wait and go to lalos. Yard house serves up yards of empty promises.
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Kristen W.
I really liked the Yard House too, but then again I'm a huge beer fan (addict). I thought I had sampled every white beer known to man, but actually discovered a few new ones on the extensive beer list here! Excellent surprise. During happy hour, certain appetizers are half off, which means that they become more reasonably priced, not just extremely overpriced. I had the tuna sashimi appetizer which was GREAT. I'd go back just for beer and sashimi- isn't that a well-rounded meal? Portions are huge for dinner and I would highly recommend the iceburg wedge if you're a fan of old-school salad. Actually, just have beer, sashimi and salad and you should be good to go!
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Judy L.
Great happy hour specials with 1/2 priced appetizers I believe before 6:00pm. Yardhouse serves typical bar food on the pricier side so the happy hour special is a pretty good deal. Sports fans will be very happy because plasma tv's are planted around the entire restaurant and it gets very packed during NCAA or finals for any kind of sport. The 100+ draft beer selection is no joke and you can pretty much find anything from chocolate flavored beer to Belgian specialties to your typical Budweiser.
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Zahra A.
Decently original food with comparable flavor highlight this rather generic eatery. Though the menu may be slightly lackluster, the food is fresh and the alcohol menu expansive enough for the most discerning of palates. The crowd attending is usually families and sports buffs, gazing at the many large flat screens around the restaurant. All in all, it is a mediocre restaurant that is worth atleast one try.
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Peter F.
The draft house has it's ups and downs. It's magical in the sense that it has over 100 beers from not only around the country but world as well and a lot of micro brews from both coasts. It always plays a good selection of classic rock and has a good sports game on one of many flat screens. but, it seems to me that since I have started to go there, the prices continue to increase. For $6 a draft beer (more than most downtown prices) ought to start going to binny's and buying nice beer for myself. The food is average and over priced. Great to have a beer or two but not a night on the town.
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Raul B.
200 beers on tap. great deals on food during happy hour
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Kelly E.
Been there several times and will be back several more! Classy yet casual atmosphere, EXCELLENT food, and most importantly for me...they are eco-conscious, offering organic selections, serving water only on request, among other little touches. This is NOT a certified organic restaurant by any means, but they get an A for effort where many fail. Parmesan crusted chicken is a favorite, as well as the Organic tomato bisque and grilled cheese combo. Prices are a tad steeper than your average variety bar and grill joint, but that is because the food, beer, and service is stellar. I believe they have over 130 beers on tap...imports, specialities, and rare finds. If you sit at the bar, you get first class treatment and the bartenders are good for suggestions. They are a team effort and every customer is theirs (they must split all tips- good system) and the service system in this place is flawless. Love love love this place!!
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Sara B.
Was a work lunch so I couldn't give the wall of beers on tap a try but the food was darn good. The desert was really good too. THe area is cute and one could spend the day around here making this this an ideal lunch or dinner spot.
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Deborah H.
One of my favorites. Get the roast beef sandwich! It's a little noisy but overall I love it.
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Scott R.
This place is a California chain; that means that they are required to cook their meat medium well, and THAT means their burgers suck. The other dishes we tried were mediocre at best. Keep in mind that there is a Mitchell's in the Glen, which is a little more upscale price-wise, but actually has quite good fish on the menu. Add to that the fact that most of the people there were either groups of bimbos shrieking and taking pictures of themselves over and over, or groups of guys watching American Gladiator at the bar; truly a frightful experience. They brag about their beer list, but most of the beers listed were strange rather than good; few foreign beers of any quality.
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adya a.
Now that they have those great lunch specials I'm a fan. YUM
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Steven M.
try the wine and beer flights!!! very comfortable atmosphere
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Morris O.
Great menu and a selection of beers. Wine list is also good. I enjoy the food--either the turkey cobb salad or the orange peel chicken. At certain times the wait can be long--hint--the bar serves the full menu and it usually does not take long to get a seat.
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Yahaa T.
Yard house is reaaaaaly good. The atmosphere is really nice and it looks like modern and hip inside. They have a bazillion diff. kinds of beers so everyone is satisfied. it's not too loud in there either and service is good and man so is the food. I had their wings and taco thing too and man was it good. The wings were spicy enough and the taco tasted like a true taco. YUM. I also tasted their burger from my bro and it tasted really good too! They have a wide selection of food and the prices are all right too. Has people of all ages here! Its a great place to eat and have a nice beer with too. The wait is never to long either so hit it up when you're shopping at the Glen.
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George D.
I'm reminded of the reasons why people who live in the city don't like eating in the suburbs every time I'm coerced into eating at one of the restaurants in the Glen. But having grown up in Glenview, it's hard for me to maintain the appropriate amount of cultured snobbery about the Stepford village Glenview has created. I mostly get depressed instead as I drive past chain restaurant after chain restaurant, lamenting what might have been if the city hadn't sold out the entire Naval Base area like it was a business commodity. C'est la vie. Anyway, The Yardhouse is the flagship of the corporate conglomerate disaster that is the Glen in Glenview. This place has all the culinary charm of your neighborhood Applebee's, but with better beer. The spinach and cheese dip is even better than TGI Friday's, which puts it a few steps above the stuff you can melt in your microwave at home. When I find myself in this type of surrounding (the noisy, wood panelled cavern of a suburban sports bar cum "fun" restaurant), I typically retreat to the hamburger selection on the menu. But you'll find little comfort there. While trying to order my cheeseburger medium rare, I was told, "We do medium, is that okay?" Upon arriving, the meat was solidly into the medium well to well done range, not a hint of pink to be found anywhere within the patty. What does "we do medium" mean, anyway? That when the line cook is flipping the other 300 burgers that were ordered at the same time as mine, he'll be too busy to concern himself with the temperatures? I did enjoy his ironic touch of sticking a wooden spear labeled "Medium" into the bun. Luckily ketchup, mustard, salt and pepper are all provided for you, so you can mix and match to try to find the right combination for best results.
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Jennifer T.
Great appetizers for happy hour but a bit pricey outside of that.
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Nery E.
beer selection is HUGE! u can't complain about that! food quality is OK... it's mostly bar food with some good seafood (but i'm not a seafood lover). always go there after work! victory golden monkey, the best!
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Dodd V.
I was not all that impressed with the Yard House. The food was average and I found it fairly over priced. I went there with 1 other person for lunch and without drinks our bill was over $40. The place looks nice and has a good beer selection, but save your money and go some place not so "hip" for a much better deal.
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Laura G.
Yard House has a huge menu, and I think they have some of the best mac and cheese I've ever had. The portions are very big, but I've yet to be disappointed with any of my meals.
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Roy A.
Food is not that hot and is pretty expensive. There are a lot of TVs which I need in a bar type place and the beer list is 5 star. All in all a decent place to go for some drinks and maybe some appetizers. The food used to be better but recently I've not been a fan and at those prices I'd rather get something that is delicious.
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kb j.
Went here on a Sunday night after a movie at the Glen after we found out that Flight is closed on Sunday evenings in the winter. A limited wine list, but the attraction is 100 beers on tap. They also have 70's/80's pop music on a mix that permeates the place. Lots of tvs for sporting events as well. The place was crowded on a Sunday night (every table was taken and, when we left shortly after 7:15PM, it was still crowded with folks waiting). We waited about 15 minutes at the bar. On a cold evening you might want to sit on the side of the bar furthest from the door as it gets cold when the door opens and closes. Same rule would apply if you sit at one of the tables or booths ( I think you'd want to be on the side of restaurant furthest from the door in order to minimize the chill). The food is mostly glorified bar food, but they do a very good job of it. Salads and sandwiches are decent sized and the fries are crispy. I recommend the turkey melt with the jalapeno peppers. In the summer, you can sit outside and watch the steady stream of people go by (it was winter, so were all bundled up inside). A nice choice for after a movie at the Glen.
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Greg M.
I definitely dig this place, it isn't incredible however your choices are limited out here in the suburbs. The main draw to this place is their beer selection because it is so vast. The food isn't too bad I enjoy it, but I will admit it is a bit pricey. Since I am an avid beer drinker and love to experience new types I really like coming back here every now and then. I would recommend this to anyone with an experienced palette and/or is adventurous with beer.
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Sonce L.
Aside from the assortment of beers to be found at the Yardhouse, it's nothing to write home about. I hate chain food and yet am occasionally drawn in. I usually head for the burgers. It wasn't bad but our service was terrible. When someone says, "I'll be right back for your order" and doesn't come back for 5-10 mins, there's a problem. My water was left consistently empty, and since I was driving two little kids and didn't want to get sloshed, I would have hoped to be able to quench my thirst. When my husband had a problem with his order, the waitress sent over her manager who apologized and attempted to rectify the situation. We still had to wait 15 minutes to get the check. And I never did get my side of mayo. I'll buy my Blue Moon at the liquor store next time and make a burger at home.
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Soo S.
One of my favorite hang outs in Glenview. My best friend and I would go there all the time for their happy hours. During happy hours until 6pm, and late night starting at 10pm the appetizers are 50% off. The food there is SO good. The best thing about the Yard House is their huge selection of beer! Definitely a great place to chill out w/ a cold glass of beer while watching some basketball!
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Faith M.
I've been here a number of times and have found the service to be either stellar or disappointing. I'm going 4 stars for their adult mac 'n cheese. It is not to be missed. If you go between 5 and 7 expect a wait and lots of kids. Once they all clear out it definitely has a more adult, relaxed feel.
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Jason P.
A million beers on tap, you can't beat that. The only negative is that the crowd seems to be composed of 16yr olds and 45 yr olds.
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Jinhee S.
bummed how this is the only yardhouse that has no happy hour specials on drinks..why is that! $6.50 for a guinness, a whole lot of variety of beers and drinks. we always sit at the bar, and the workers always make small talk with you. the atmosphere is nice, somewhat pricey, they have happy hour specials on appetizers during the week from 3-6. its an ass to find good parking so just decide to park in the lot. they also have outdoor seating which is nice. i love a place that serves french onion soup, and i always get it from here. never too salty, although there could be a bit more cheese on top. if you decide to order the spinach dip with pita, pass on that and order something else. if youre looking for a local bar to just grab something to munch and drink on, dont pass up on this place! although some may complain about the food, their wide variety and selection of beer should just lure you right in!
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Alex M.
Great service, turkey burgers and lettuce wraps!
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Blaise S.
I went to Yard House about 4 pm on Saturday with a large group for a birthday party, to get dinner and drinks. It was a good thing we went early too, because by the time we left in the evening every table was packed and there was a line of people waiting to be seated. Rightfully so too, since they have good food and an excellent beer selection. The very first pages of the menu say they have the world's largest selection of draft beer, and let me tell you, that makes me very happy. They are known (and named) for their large beer glasses (yards), but I prefer the steady, eclectic approach, instead ordering myself exotic pints and continuing to try different styles of beer. I feel I accomplished that feat, because they have their beer menu categorized by beer style and used that to my full advantage, giving fruit beers, chocolate beers, white ales and belgian ales all a try this time around. I suggest coming here for dinner and save some room for a few beers, and try to come a little early to avoid waiting for a seat. The service was excellent too, as our waiter was knowledgeable about the different beer types and made sure our glasses were full, which is much appreciated. I would stop by again when in the Glenview area and try to make a bigger dent on that beer list for sure.
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JP S.
Big, open restaurant with a giant boat in the center. Huge selection of beers on tap - though be prepared to pay top dollar for them. It is a huge menu with offerings for everyone. The weekday 3-6 PM 1/2 price appetizers are a great time to get in there. Waitstaff is SLOW and tends to be on the unexperienced side but if you are not in a hurry its a great place to hang out.
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Mrs. E.
The only thing saving this place from a lower rating is the fact that their beer list is pretty impressive. The food is sub-par bar food that is nothing to write home about, but the laid-back atmosphere and varieties of beer you can try make this a good place to chill out and catch up with friends. Just don't expect the food to be stellar.
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choong l.
I fancy myself a beer lover, and by the sheer size of the beer list, Yard House should be considered a Mecca for a hop head -- it features over 100 beers ON TAP! Even the venerable Map Room, Quenchers Saloon or Hop Leaf cannot match the claim for the largest beer selection on tap in Chicagoland. Transplant the taps into any of the said bars and the hop heads will be swimming in beer heaven. Then why does the Yard House only get three stars here? Alas, perhaps I'm not as big of a beer lover as I claimed I was -- it is the whole ensemble of great beer selection, comfortable and cozy atmosphere, convivial patrons and memorable staff, and a little bit of something else that makes for a great bar experience, and Yard House falls short in every category other than the beer list. Indeed, the beer list truly is amazing. Even if you take out the fillers (such as the ubiquitous Bud or Miller products), you still have a formidable beer selection that spans countries and regions across Asia, Americas and Europe, a majority of them from US and Europe. The problem with this, however, is that every beer is served the same way -- in same glasses and temperature -- no matter whether you order a hefe-weisse, Belgian trappist beer or a scottish ale. If you just want to cross out "Maredsous" from your list of beers to try (and you definitely should), you can get it done here, but it'll be served in the same type of pint glass in which any other beer you order in a "pint size" will be brought out to you -- instead of a goblet. About 60% of the selection here could be served in a regular pint glass, but the other 40% really deserve their own types of glasses. (To put it into perspective, if you're a big wine person, and you went to a place where they have a hundred wine sold in glasses, but whether you order champagne, merlot or pinot gris, they serve it in the same glass.) If you sit at the large bar, you'll have some good conversation with the bartenders who are more than happy to let you try a taste before you order any beer in a substantial size. However, if you sit at the tables, you'll be waited on by a staff that could easily trade places with your local TGIFridays or Applebee's, and you would not know the difference. Although they all can tell you what their favorite beer is if you ask them, they really are not beer people. If all you care about is to have your food brought out on time, your water refilled promptly and your drinks delivered in a speedy fashion, they get the job done... but you won't find much of a character here. The worst part for me is the decor. It is a spacious and trendy looking place, with accent lighting, open kitchen, TVs everywhere and a huge island of a bar -- you could probably get rid of the tables and the kitchen, add a dance floor and change the lighting a bit, and this could pass for an okay night club in the suburbs. However, it also feels like it doesn't really know what it wants to be -- the TVs make the place feel like a sports bar, the beer list tells me it wants to be a beer place, the kitchen tries to be Asian fusion (with mediocre results) and the ambiance could be romantic, TGIFridays, cool, vacant... depending on where you were sitting and how crowed it gets. For me, all of this is just way too distracting, and there's no feeling of intimacy or coziness. If I find myself at the Glen (for occasional movies at the Crown Theater or to meet up with friends in the suburbs), I usually end up at the Yard House. However, I don't go out of my ways to pay it a visit. Two stars (medicre) + 1 for the juggernaut of a beer list. Check it out if you find yourself in the Glenview area, have a beer you cannot absolutely find anywhere else ( yardhouse.com/beer.asp for list), or if you want a better alternative than Bennegan's or Applebee's for a drink in the area. If you want some quality beer appreciation experience, look elsewhere.
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Sassy P.
This is a very different neighborhood. A lot of different shops and places to go in this area. Myself, I am not a beer drinker, so I had a Mixed drink. I don't recall which one, but it was more like juice. I couldn't taste any alcohol. I've had their Walnut Pear salad and thought it was divine. I have never had one as good. I tried their mushroom burger, and found it average. Overall fun place for groups. Would go back.
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elizabeth n.
I'm not out in Glenview very often but I was visiting a friend when we went to the Yard House for a bite to eat before going to see a movie. The Yard House is located right in the Glen which is a cute area full of shops, restaurants, etc, and I was pleasantly surprised. I'm not the biggest fan of brewery beer but I did like the hard cider that tasted like pear- delicious! They also have really good food. I had the thai chicken lettuce wraps and my friend had the tuna which looked very good. Overall, I'd come back if I was in the area for sure.
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meredith t.
They get the stars for having lots of beers on tap. They also have good burgers and onion rings, and pretty good salads. A typical chain bar/restau with lots of Tvs for the sports fans, and a little too much Air Conditioning.
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Nilda L.
Talk about large portions! Went a friend, her 2 year old daughter and my 2 year old son. I should also mention that we're both a little 5 over months pregnant. OK, so we were looking for a place to go to after the Children's Museum across the street. We needed something with a little variety and she suggested this place. We both ordered the House salad, as a appetizer, and let me tell you it was huge. If that's and appetizer, I can't imagine how large the entree is. I also had the coconut shrimp appetizer and she had the cheeseburger. Her daughter had the macaroni and cheese and my son had the chicken strip. Again, huge plates and this was off the kids menu. My son only at one strip. But, I'm not complaining since I brought the left over chicken strips for my husband. What I was also happy with was the fact the the manager came over to point out a mistake that the kitchen had made with my friends order. She didn't even notice. He comes over and tells her that she ordered a well-done burger and got a med burger instead(remember 5 months preggo, really shouldn't be eating meat that not thoroughly cooked). We really hadn't noticed, but that was nice of him and he wrapped up the extra burger for her. I think that alone will be a reason for coming back next time we to the museum.
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Ali D.
The Yard House is very consistent with its service and food. It is great that the relatively sleepy suburbs have a place where you can grab a (relatively) late dinner. While the late hours are a huge perk, if you go early on a Friday, before 6PM I believe, you'll have one of the best deals ever with half off appetizers. We have gone and made meals out of a variety of appetizers, share and then head to a movie and it is down right cheap. When I have been there for dinner we generally start off with the onion ring tower and one of my favorite entrees, especially in the winter, is their turkey pot pie. It is HUGE! And very tasty.
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Gina M.
i really like beer, but their impressive list is a little overwhelming. usually the wait staff can choose a good one based on your likes and dislikes. food is a little pricey, but also tasty! my favorite is the turkey burger :)
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Skazoo M.
I have gone to the Yard House on a number of occasions, and plan to return in the future. While the floor of the Yard House is packed with tables, the high ceilings and open windows help to reduce what could otherwise be a slightly claustrophobic dining experience. However, the need for these tables quickly becomes apparent as you wait 20 minutes for a table on weeknights and up to 40 minutes on the weekend. The Yard House also offers a small, fenced-off, area on the sidewalk for outside dining for those who enjoy people-watching. If watching sports is more your interest, the Yard House has a couple of televisions spread out through the dining area --- although this is not a place I recommend for a serious sports fan to watch "the game." The major attraction of the Yard House is its outstanding beer selection --- they guarantee having at least 130 beers on tap, and often have more. While no beer is brewed on the premises, they offer a large selection of mainly microbrews, covering a wide range of styles, from pale ales to stouts. Unlike similar establishments, however, the Yard House makes few changes in its beer offerings throughout the year, with the exception of a few "seasonal" brews. Also, I've often been surprised by how very little the servers seem to know about the beers they are serving, often not even being able to broadly describe the style of a particular beer, much less being able to make a recommendation within a style. The menu selection is large and eclectic, with quite a few Asian influenced offerings among a wide range of standard "Americana" fare. Many of the appetizers (along with the similarly-priced pizzas) are large enough to stand alone as a light meal. The "Spicy Tuna Roll" is among the more innovative appetizers, served as a "stack" approximately 4 inches in diameter, rather than the traditional seaweed-wrapped bites. The heat of the wasabi is nicely offset by the avocado and cucumber and doesn't overwhelm the flavor of the tuna. Another strong offering is, surprisingly, their "Fish & Chips", which is perhaps the best "fish-fry" in the greater Northbrook area. The firm and meaty fillets are coated in a light, crunchy batter that, while adhering to American standards for taste, is somewhat reminiscent of tempura --- and is a far cry from the greasy slabs of soggy fish served at some establishments. On weekend nights the clientele is somewhat skewed towards families and it can get a little too loud for larger parties (6 or more) to converse easily. Despite this, overall, all of our dining (and drinking) experiences at the Yard House have been pleasant ones.
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Jess S.
With all the beers on tap, you really cant go wrong. Especially when they have the $2.50 (or was it 3$) pint night. The food is decent too. Glenview really isn't my "scene" but the crowd is pleasant enough. (I used to meet high school friends there during college breaks a couple years ago when it opened)
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paul s.
ok, that is the right rating for this place. it is good but not great. i enjoyed what i ate and everyone seemed to have a good time. not one person said the food was great and nobody wanted to stick around for a drink and the ambience afterwards.
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christine k.
i would give this place 5 stars but their prices are pretty high to me. but their buffalo wings are good as well as their egg rolls. they are def worth the try. as well as their avocado eggroll, coconut shrimp, and jambalaya
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Brendan M.
great appetizer deal before 6pm (50% off), fantastic beer selection, LOUD, and decent overpriced food. great for kids because you won't be able to hear them scream.
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Mark P.
Great draught beer selection, esp for suburbia. Could have been rated higher if not for the food, mediocre even for bar food.
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Allison K.
Located right in "The Glen" in Glenview. Great place for all ages, to grab some food, and for the drinker they have tons of great beers on tap. I've have been here a few times, and tried many of there dishes and appetizers. (I would describe the food as a classy version of typical bar food) The last time I was there was my most favorite time. I finally tried this unique tuna (raw) appetizer. It was like sushi, but had it's own unique twist to the dish. This place can be pricey depending on what type of meal you order and the number of cocktails you drink. FYI "The Glen" has great shopping and a movie theater right next to the Yard House. Great place for a first or second date.
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Ebru Y.
I have recently been to Yard House with a group of friends and I have to say I fell in love with the location right off the bat. Many of the restaurants/bars here have outside seating however they are packed constantly, so we didn't have a chance to sit outside, but sitting inside wasn't so bad since it looked pretty cool inside as well. I personally liked what I ordered, which was the chicken avocado sandwich, and my friends agreed as well. I heard a lot about to mac and cheese ^2 so I will have to try it someday! They have a huge selection of beers on tap, but I just stuck with BlueMoon since it's light and I wasn't in the mood for drinking too much. The service was very fast despite the fact that they were pretty busy, I don't believe I have seen an empty table inside until we left. Our server was polite and attentive, made sure we were happy. When it comes to prices, they are a little on the expensive side, but the portions are pretty big, you can easily go there starving and still take (for most entrees) half your food to go, so if you think of it that way, it's a good deal. If I lived close to the Glen, I would definitely be a regular here!
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Bianaca B.
This was my first time visiting the Yard House in Glenview. My boyfriend and I decided to stop by for dinner and drinks after a friend raved about the large selection of beers and delicious food. Upon entering we were coldly greeted by one of the hostesses. She told us it would be a 20 minute wait and when I asked if there was room at the bar, ((which I couldn't see because of the wall blocking my view))she told me she didn't know and to look for myself. Ummm OK. Luckily we walked a few feet and saw the bar and two available seats. Our bartender was Raul, he was attentive and knowledgable of the menu and beer selection. I had a house margarita and my boyfriend tried 2 of the beers Raul recommended. Margarita was ok, not the best I've had but it was decent. I can't remember the beers my boyfriend ordered but he said both were good. We decided to order the California Roll for our appetizers. Wow! I am so happy we did. First of all it is not your regular California Roll. It is one HUGE roll and definitely recommend to share. You will be too full to eat anything else if you eat this alone. I decided to go with an order of two Korean bbq tacos and my boyfriend had the bbq chicken pizza. We both loved what we orderd. Tacos tasted very authentic and meat was very tender and juicy. Overall ambience and vibe from the bar was great. Even when Raul was busy with other customers somebody was always on hand and quick to refill our waters. We had an overall great time and will definitely return to the Yard House.
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Bobby S.
Love this place. My favorites include: Appetizer: Coconut Shrimp, Korean Beef, Swordfish Taco. Entree: Spicy Jambalaya (all-time favorite), Vodka Shrimp Pasta, Halibut. To be honest, I have yet to have a bad experience here. About the only thing I wish they improved on is the waiting time between refills.
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Kristina K.
I like it when good things happen to good people, like Yard House happened to me the other night. I deserve it, right? I mean I volunteer, I recycle, I always let other drivers pass when they try to hog my lane. Bottom line is I deserve to find places like Yard House. I loved this place and everything about it. The place was packed and I got seated pretty fast considering. Actually my party was not there and they still sat me down. I ordered the Matilda. I dont get to enjoy it often as not many places have it (and the ones that do are always out, hint hint beer market). For food I got the steak salad and tomato basil soup. I loved the soup, I loved the salad, our server was great, the extra dim lights were sexy, place was full but not overly full. I really enjoyed it! I wanna go back and try the million and two beers they have on tap and all the burgers and salads. Really impressive!
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Howard L.
Particularly great place to stop in if you can make it in from 3-6pm, for half priced appetizers. The beer selection is always top notch anytime and we enjoyed a Doghead 90 Minute IPA (still get a pint and not goblet size despite 9.0% ABV!) and a nice Sea Dog Bluepaw blueberry ale. Note the classic sliders aren't quite half off like the other tasty appetizers, but discounted to $7.75 from regular $11.35. We had these and made a slightly early and tasty dinner of it: Kung pao calamari Spicy thai chicken pizza Chicken lettuce wraps Classic sliders (with fries)
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Hayley S.
Came here tonight with my mom and my cousin. It was PACKED -- on a Tuesday! They actually had a wait, luckily we got there right before the wait started. Our waitress, Sarah, was incredibly attentive and really sweet. There was a small snafu with the check (she accidentally added another table's orders to our check) but it was resolved without any damage and she was really apologetic, even though it was clearly an accident. Atmosphere is...loud. There aren't any walls or really anything to absorb the sound, so it carries. But it wasn't too bad or distracting. My mom got the jambalaya (full size) and enjoyed it. It had a nice flavor and spice (with spicy rice) to it, though it didn't look like it had much meat/protein. Our cousin got the kale caesar with shrimp and really liked it. I devoured the Southern Fried Chicken Breast. So good. I was a really annoying customer and subbed the mashed potatoes for the sweet potato pancakes (yum!) and instead of beans got some steamed veggies. Our waitress did it with no issue and I think there was only a $1 sub charge. No biggie. I wish the chicken had been spicy, but I got a side of bbq sauce and that remedied its lack of spiciness. And I didn't feel "bad" after eating this chicken, like I normally would after eating fried chicken. The healthier sides counteracted the fried-ness of the chicken and it was actually really great. Would get it again. Overall, a great dinner.
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Bren S.
I liked the food. Had a pleasant experience with my family there. And Kavitha, a new server, was very attentive and polite. She knew her stuff and when she didn't, she simply went and asked a superior for us. I'd definitely go again and ask for her.
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Nat F.
Great place to grab some simple yet elgant food and drink some beer. Food and service are great. But it can get loud, since its technically a sports bar.
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Amy K.
Went for lunch with a friend and her daughter after some play time at the Kohl's Children Museum. The service was good and quick [which is helpful with small children]. The kid's menu is actually the reason that this place gets 4 stars. The food is fine but the kid's menu is extensive and I really like the options of sides. My daughter decided on the mac'n'cheese but then also go edamame for her side. My friend's daughter got the burger and some fruit. I liked that they had lots of options for the kiddies, and they brought out their food when it was ready. I got the lunch combo, which was good. A personal sized bbq chicken pizza and then a Cesar side salad. Plenty of food for one individual. My friend got the bah-mi and a cup of soup. She said it was pretty good as well. We also got the chips and guac for a starter. I really enjoyed that; they topped the guac with the mexican crumble cheese which was a nice salt bite to the app. Also it was topped with lots of chips.The girl was also really nice and gave us more chips to take the guac home. All in all a good option for a quick bite to eat in the area. Something more than just a sandwich but not too expensive compared to a few other options.
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Louise M.
A chain restaurant that chained me. That's Yard House. Surprisingly, I was so bummed that I didn't or couldn't go there tonight when it was in my close proximity. I found a big urge of wanting to go! Like it's calling my name!! I heard of Yard House because many of my male friends always suggested this place for get togethers. Knowing that it is popular due to the beer selections, I always thought it's a more guy bar type place to hang out and watch sport. Turned out, it is sorta family friendly, though I was still right about the beers, the male domination, and the sport watching. However, there was more to it. The food was actually not bad at all and the menu was so eclectic and huge. First time I was at one of these was in St. Louis Park, Minnesota on a sorta first date. I forgot my purse and was mortified that I didn't have any means to pay or having any sort of ID. They wouldn't serve me which I understood. They were nice about it but sticking to the rules. We left trying our luck somewhere else and good thing he was nice and was a gentleman about me being an airhead and walked out the house without my purse. Oups. It was enough to get me intrigued about Yard House since I saw a couple things I wanted to try but couldn't cuz.. Y'know..apparently I looked young enough to be carded. I was in Illinois for thanksgiving and my good friend Danno was also in town from NYC for the holiday. He suggested Yard House. Never failed! I agreed because of the unfulfilled desire last time. It was great to see him after at least a year especially all my thanksgiving plans went awry and we got this accomplished on a whim. I tried the pear cider I wanted to try last time and also the Allagash white ale. Dan was surprised I was drinking beers. Since I have been out with my Yelper friends, I just started enjoying beers a lot more. I liked the two glasses I had. My bro in law talked about Allagash before as it was from Maine I believe, where he went to school. I loved it. Dan was sticking to a beer called Anti Hero. He seemed to really liked it. Too bitter for me. We also ordered calamari and chicken nachos. They were alright. No gripes to write. We had a lot of fun catching up. I didn't think this was a pick up place but my chick magnet friend got a lot of attention from the ladies. However, Dan was also a perfect gentleman. however, it was amusing to say the least! Lol. It was a good time with great drinks and snacks at Yard House. I didn't forget my purse this time but I still didn't pay so I didn't really know if it was overpriced or just right. A couple of things I don't enjoy was it was too loud and it was kinda dark. The service was just okay but not at all terrible. Like I said, I want to come back! Next time, I want to try more of their beers like the honey weiss type as well as the lambic. Boy, did I want to go today because it is right there! Maybe I will still get lucky. The weekend is not yet over.
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Keith H.
I love the Yard House. My favorite draft is the Belgian Tripel. It's ridiculous. I've only come during Happy Hour and only ever ordered one thing every single time I've come, but it's just a good solid place to eat before or after a movie.
(5)
Rachel F.
+1 ... for all those amazing beerzzz. Beers for days! And obscure stuff. Beer nerd stuff. Green Flash Le Freak? Yes please, and I did. Love the commitment to craft and to the rocking both breadth and depth with the selection. -1 ... somewhat awkward/cold/
(3)
Anooj S.
Everytime I've come here it has been during their happy hour. They have great food and beer selection. The service is always great and I really enjoy getting the server's suggestions on new beers. I would suggest getting the chicken nachos. In addition, they have some great vegetarian options such as the gardein chicken wings.
(4)
Allan P.
How do you have an awesome time at the Yard House? Well, sit right down, grab a beer, & lemme fill you in! The perfect time at this wonderland of brews can be had in five simple steps. 1.) Sit at the bar! Yes, among the many reasons to visit the Yard House, the most important one is the booze. With a ridiculous amount of beers for you to guzzle & an impressive array of top-shelf liquor, you're sure to stay pleasantly sauced during your stay. The other reason is because the bartenders are very good people, making sure your glass never stays empty. 2.) Have a beer flight! They are very good at putting together a staging of beers that complement each other very nicely. This is also the most cost-effective way to drink your way through the menu without ending up driving the porcelain bus later on. 3.) Do not order a steak! (or any type of beef that requires any degree of doneness.) The kitchen staff is incapable of telling a medium-rare steak from a piece of toast. When you get the steak it will be tough & gamey, no matter how you ordered it. I once attempted to order a rare steak, just to see what happened. I ended up with a well-done piece of leather. This is a bar, eat bar food for god's sake! You want beef? Go to Jameson's Charhouse or Wildfire for dinner. 4.) Ask for a recommendation! The staff is very good at letting you know what drink goes with what food. You most definitely don't want to end up with a beer or martini that makes your fish & chips taste like shoe polish. 5.) Park in the garage behind the restaurant! Do not try to fight the soccer moms & luxury-car goofballs for the front spaces. You can't even park there that long, so who wants to worry about their car while they're having a good time? The Yard House is definitely good to stop off for a beer with some buddies, or a quick bite to eat. They have happy hour specials which are a good value (3p to 6p & 10p to close). It's definitely worth checking out at least once.
(3)
Karolina T.
My cousin invited us out to Yard House during one of the day Blackhawks games. Although this place is a bar, they seemed really family friendly. The staff was very attentive and all the food that passed our table looked really good. I liked a lot of the items on the menu and ended up ordering their signature mac and cheese as well as onion ring tower and tomato bisque. The onion rings and sauces that it comes with are awesome, especially for a group! And the mac and cheese was really good, with a lot of pieces of bacon and mushroom. I would definitely come back here again if I am in the area because there was a bunch of pasta options as well as french onion soup on the menu that I wanted to really try.
(4)
Courtney K.
I love this place, it is one of my favorites in the greater chicago area. My family has been coming here for years and we are never dissapointed. Their menu is so extensive so you can visit multiple times and have very different meals. They even have a whole gardein/tempeh section of the menu for vegetarians, which is not something I see often. I came here last Sunday with my sister and we split an ahi poke appetizer which was very large, fresh fish, and overall delicious. For entrees I tried the porcini crusted halibut...SO amazing! The fish was seasoned very well with a delicious mushroom sauce, and also came with parmesan mashed potatoes AND bok choy! My sister got the pepper crusted filet which I tried, and it was very good and also came with mashed potatoes. In the past I have gotten their garlic seafood pasta and tacos and loved them too. It is an upscale sports bar and there are plenty of TVs to watch whatever game is on. Yard house is the best!
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Lloyd M.
Not bad but nothing special. Met a friend/co-worker and had a pleasant evening. I felt the waitress was rushing us to order more drinks, though, which is never great. I started with French Onion Soup. It was nice but not at the same level as nearby Wildfire. For the main course, I had a burger with cheddar and bacon. It was a nice burger, actually quite good. Came with very thin shoestring potatoes that were great. Overall, a solid meal with mediocre service.
(3)
Shammy S.
Great food great service good portions where can u go wrong? No wait during the day, nights get packed especially weekends, typical.
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Jessica D.
Came in for a business group lunch. Really great vibe and friendly staff, amazing menu (one of each please!). And if that doesn't blow you away, check the huge collection of beers on tap. Sports on screens, casual but fun vibe. Will be back again soon!
(4)
Ryan M.
Pretty good food. Very good service, busy place though. Plenty of beers on tap. And place was fairly well kept. Not too pricey but not cheap.
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Kiran H.
My past review talked about how great this place was, besides the burgers. I was here recently and had such a great time that I reminded myself to update this. The burger I had was fantastic! Cooked to a perfect medium. I'm also a fan of the new presentation of their burgers. Not as fancy but I liked it better. As always, the drinks were strong and the service was great. I always expect a wait (this place is super popular), but it's never that long. The host's estimates are always on point. I'm glad to have this place as a staple "go-to" restaurant, as it literally has no flaws at this point.
(5)
Emily F.
Good comfort/American food and pretty good service. Only went once and would go back.
(4)
Gin G.
Why a place like this doesn't take reservations is beyond me. The food is just ok. Why people choose to wait hours to eat at this place is ridiculous. If we don't get seated right away we go somewhere else in the mall. Tons of other places to eat with better food n prices!! My son loves sweet potato fries so that's all he ever gets. I liked their adult Mac n cheese. But too rich to eat the whole thing. Gotta eat it as a side dish.
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Jaquie K.
I really love this place they seriously have everything. I'm not a drinker but the selection is huge. Happy hour OMG all the best apps for extremely cheap ahhhmazing. I have been here a bunch of times and try something new each time and I am NEVER disappointed.
(5)
Dave P.
Returned to Yard House after an average first experience and what a difference. The egg rolls were fantastic and extremely flavorful and the house IPA had a nice bite to it. The Hawaii Burger with pineapples was innovative and the different tastes within it worked well together. Good classic rock played in the background, and the atmosphere seemed kid-friendly without being too loud or chaotic. Waitress was friendly, prompt, and accommodating. Food was served on time and the pricing was very reasonable. Nice job Yard House!
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George S.
Have been visiting the yard house since they first opened in the Glen. I'm a bit disappointed in recent visits. First night the third person to come to our table took our orders for food and drinks. I asked if they were drawing straws in the kitchen. Should not take more than 10 min for someone to at least take beverage order. Second visit a few days later took 8 minutes for server to find us. Because of earlier visit I timed from seating. Tuna crunch salad and turkey pot pies were good. Management needs to get service back under control. We visit the BOCA RATON location frequently and would give them 4 stars. Young crowd and young families. Reasonable prices.
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Rusty M.
The menu is super over whelming. Whether you're ordering food or beer, there's too much to choose from. I opted out of ordering a beer because our waitress was pressuring us for an order. Which leads me to also say, our waitress seemed annoyed to be serving us, she came to check on us before the food arrived, after the fact, we didn't see her until our meal was finished. I order some kind of Parmesan herb fries, my fries arrived plain. When the waitress came back at the end of the meal, I told her about them and she said "I won't charge you for them" no apology or anything. I also have to say she sighed a lot, and rolled her eyes. She had no suggestions on what to order other that saying "the mac & cheese is good" as I said before-the menu is huge. There's a lot to look at.. And she only suggests the mac & cheese? Strange. The restaurant has a lot to offer, maybe with someone who actually likes her job, we could have taken more away from it.
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Ina B.
First time here and not a good experience. Appetizer's playe were not cleared from the table Everthing was spicy and the street tacos were not a good choice. Fish n fries was ok, although the sauces - tartar and thousand island- were hot and vinegry, respectively. Atmosphere is good, nice music. Heard the have a large beer selection. Didn't go for drinks this time.
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Chris N.
Yard House would be what I'd affectionately describe as a sports bar for yuppies. It's The general area is one where many executives and high net worth people live. The restaurant itself is located in 'The Glen' which is an assembly of stores that make up a nice outdoor shopping village. It is a dimly lit spot where people who work nearby love to congregate after work while the traffic on either 94 or 294 dies down(read: if you arrive between say 4-6 be prepared for a possible wait). The decor bends toward the higher end however they eschew any pretentious water features or ornate paintings for nicely sized flat screen HD t.v.s so that you can catch the game and enjoy the company of those you came with simultaneously. The cuisine is also something that distinguishes them as well. They have some interesting food choices which are decidedly more sophisticated than say your average Champs or Buffalo Wild Wings. I personally like the Spicy Thai Chicken Pizza and the fancy smancy(sorry, I can't recall the actual name) egg rolls. Of course, it wouldn't be a sports place if you couldn't get some good tap or craft beer and hot wings, which they do have and are tasty also. They do have killer happy-hour specials where in many cases you can get the full portion of items for say $6-$7, like that aforementioned Spicy Thai pizza....hint, hint.... All said, I like Yard house. Its fancy enough to enjoy a nice date -maybe not the first one but it could be. It's also has a common enough feel that you could go with the bros and catch the game. I've been several times at different times of the day and it's always a cool atmosphere. So if you've graduated from the juvenile theme of places like hooters, this is a really nice spot to check out just for a decent meal or to catch a game.
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A N.
This place is so nice on the outside and inside There food is delicious I got there steak and shrimp which was really good and they had good costumer service the waitress was so nice I would definitely come back to grab a bite to eat
(5)
Mallory S.
For a chain restaurant and what it is this place is 5 stars!! Onion rings are awesome they done fall out of the batter like most places and calamari is very good. Burgers were the best part excellent burgers for the price. Cooked perfect and fresh!! We has the regular cheese burger, lamb burger, and Gorgonzola burger. Will definitely come back for food and drinks! 80 bucks for three beers two appetizers and three entrees is awesome for the quality of food!
(5)
Jack G.
Only been for lunch but have a good pizza and soup deal for $10. Good value, good service, and good food
(4)
Daryl G.
Been here twice, never again. This is the worst tasting most over-priced junky food ever. Sticky tables, slow service and management that could care less about your dining experience. We both ordered the fish of the day, one broiled the other one with a nut crusted sweet cloying syrupy sauce. We couldn't decide which one tasted worse. Yard House = Yard Waste.
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Christina M.
The place is huge, great for groups and kids. The menu has a ton of variety and a ton of small snacks plus entrees. We ordered the lettuce wraps, coconut shrimp and turkey pot pie. Lettuce wraps were spicy, came with three sauces which were delicious, a peanut, soy and sweet and sour. The shrimp was great, very crispy on the outside with a ton of shrimp meat on the inside and it comes with a shredded spicy papaya salad.
(5)
Richard Y.
My family voted to have dinner here to celebrate a milestone and who am I to argue given the very close proximity to the house and the reliable food and drink. Service: 5 stars! Despite the throng of people, we were seating in the promised time (15 min), and the server was at the table as soon as we sat! Refills were done proactively, the app and entrees came out in a timely way, and paying was a breeze. Nice job by Joanne. Food: 3.5 stars. The chicken lettuce wraps 4, calamari 3 (too greasy and too many tentacles vs. rings), steak sandwich 3.5 (one totally gristle bite and wimpy portion of beef), kids pizza 4, southern fried chic, 4, carnitas tacos 3.5 (rice too spicy). Pint of Blue Moon 5 (can't mess this up with slice of orange) Atmosphere: 4 stars. Nice vibe. If the table weren't so sticky, a 5. Value: 3.5. It almost felt like being in Old Pasadena
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Brad H.
huge selection of food - remarkably good quality for a bar
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Caitlin B.
Yardhouse holds a place in my heart. I'd probably give it 3.5 stars, but since I was just there earlier this week, I'm feeling generous and will round up. I used to come here often when I worked nearby at a big corporate park. I was one of the zillion 20-something new grads there, and we all worked from 8:00-4:00 so we had more of an evening to enjoy, and that was timed PERFECTLY to meet at Yardhouse for their amazing happy hour and complain about work. Happy hour is still amazing here, but now that I work in Evanston and love my job, I don't tend to make it here in time, but if you can, you should. Their appetizers are all delicious, and 50% between 4:00-6:00 PM. That, coupled with the amazing beer selection, means that you could be extremely hungry and leave here having only paid about $20 to be full of food and couple of drinks. The service here can be a bit spotty (especially when it's crowded), but the food is pretty solid across the board, and the beer list rocks. I know this is a chain, but it has a much less chain-y feel than Chili's or Applebees. Also, they play oldies non-stop, and I happen to really enjoy that.
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Osh N.
Consistently excellent food and service. They serve beer-appropriate but not bar food; gastropub style. The poke stack is epic. ( Tip: ask them to add diced tomato). The house Trippel and bourbon barrel quad are amazing. A small wish is to add a true Flemish sour (Duchesse De Bourgogne maybe?) to round out the Belgian side of the beer menu. Again, good form YH.
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Shelley K.
I love this place. they cater to your random requests (which I have many of)... and overall their food is amazing. I get burgers, pasta, salads, I have probably tried all of the appetizers at least once... everything has been good.
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Kristin D.
Extensive beer menu and drink menu. Satisfies people's varied tastes. My friends and I tried a couple of the beer cocktails. We ordered the Jack & Ginger, Dreamsicle, and the Sunburn. All were excellent. I also tried an Upper Manhattan. Not sure why I did since I'm not a whiskey drinker. It was strong but I liked it. We love the Hot & Spicy edamame and the spinach dip. The edamame is quite addicting. Entrees are tasty. Good flavors, nice presentation. Service is kind of slow. Not sure why. We waited more than 40 minutes for our food to arrive due to a snafu. But management was quick to remedy the situation. The fast response by managers was greatly appreciated. I'm pretty sure we will be back to try out more of the drinks and food.
(4)
Isabella K.
I love this place! I have been here quite a few times, and each time I am pleased with my decision of going. While the drive is a bit for me coming from Chicago, the free parking and the food, totally worth it for a date night. They have a generous beer selection, which to me and my significant other means a lot. I also enjoy their wine and cocktail list. My favorite drink of choice would be the Escalade, it is amazing, and I am not one to usually go for mixed drinks. They have a great menu as well. Their appetizer list is pretty neat, calamari, mini burgers, its a great selection in my opinion. I love their bacon burger, I mean come on who does not love bacon. Even now, sitting here and thinking back on the times I have been there, to celebrate my first interview for a job, to getting the job, and even later on to just go there. It quickly has become my place of choice for a great meal and great service. Quick tip of advice, we always try to call about 15-20 minutes before arriving, to see if there is a wait, and if there is- then to have our name placed on the seating list so that we can have a table when we arrive.
(5)
Amy H.
I've never had a bad experience here. Everything on their menu is good. I've tied the cheeseburger, Mac and Cheese, grilled cheese and tomato bisque. It's just flavorful, fatty goodness. The service is superb and the pricing is just right. Also, in the summer, there is outdoor seating so you can enjoy the outside breeze.
(5)
Alison M.
Came here to celebrate a birthday dinner with ~30 people and it was a very nice choice. The staff were very accommodating to all of us and our server was very skilled in taking all orders, delivering the food, and organizing all the checks. Everything at this restaurant tastes great. Sandwiches and burgers range from $10-$13. I'd recommend the Mac & Cheese or the Cuban Roast Pork Dip. Very dim lighting that makes the environment intimate, but the bar in the middle of the restaurant & TVs stationed across all sides, makes the vibe casual. Whether you're on a date, or simply grabbing a bite with your family, Yard House is a great for all occasions.
(4)
Eric S.
Always have a great time here. Service is awesome food is amazing. And it's not to pricey. Especially when u come during half price appetizers. Love this place. And love all the beer choices!!!
(5)
Rafael C.
Definitely one of Glenview's nicest places to hang around in. They have plenty of food options and many beers on tap. It was a pleasant surprised coming here for a co-worker's final goodbye. We took advantage of the happy hour specials which made it such a nice bargain considering I find the place a bit pricey but manageable. There wasn't a good deal on drinks but the half priced apps were pretty good. The Moo Shu Egg Rolls with the apple ginger plum sauce rocks! Besides having lots of beer on tap, I was happy to see a few options for cider even though they can use more. The mixed drinks were good as well. I shall return for sure but for now I'll keep it to happy hour.
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Craig F.
We decided to go the Yard House with a few friends for my wife's birthday. Things started out great. Quick seating. Good beer selection. Then we ordered. The service was severely lacking because we were in the middle of a server transition (he wanted to go on break because he was closing). He stopped by to give us our drinks and take our order. We received our drinks and proceeded to wait 45 minutes for our food. This wouldn't have been that big a deal, but the no server ever came back to check on us and ask to refill our empty glasses. On numerous occasions we asked passing servers if they could find our lost server, but to no avail. We ended up going to the bar ourselves to get drinks. This is a birthday dinner and we wanted to celebrate. Finally, our food shows up and it's a little more than warm. But we moved past that. Our server returned and we ordered another round... it never came. So when when the check came I decided to do something I never do, tip low. Which I did, 8%. If I ever do go to the Yard House again, I'll sit at the bar. At least I know my service will be great because I'll be doing it.
(2)
Matt V.
Favorite restaurant in Glenview. I have gone their quite a few times and everything is consistent--food and service. Most of all, I love the beer selection!
(5)
Unbiased R.
The following comments were from Yard House in response to my initial review: ---------- Hi Unbiased, We are very sorry to learn that we prepared your burger incorrectly! We wish our team would have remade it for you or replaced it with something else. When time allows, please contact us at guestservices@yardhouse..... Kindest Regards, Carrie C. ---------- It's super cool that Yard House cares what its customers think. SUPER COOL! Thanks!!! On a side note, I generally don't send food back. I worked in the foodservice biz for a number of years, and I'd rather walk away less than satisfied than have something nasty done to whatever I'm going to eat. Definitely not saying that they do this at Yard House, but it's always a possibility at ANY establishment when food is sent back to the kitchen with a complaint.
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Kris L.
I'd give it 3.5 stars really. Pretty busy place, walked in on a Friday night and was told it would be about a 20-25 min wait but were seated in 10. Always nice. They have an extensive menu so it may be good to have an idea of want you want before going. Beer menu seemed pretty good but I opted for a skinny margarita which was delish. The restaurant was pretty big and pretty loud, service was ok, and food was decent. Nothing blew me away. Might be a good place to stop if we were in the area, however I don't think we'd make a special trip just to come here.
(3)
Dylan H.
Initially, the selection of beer listed on their site is what brought me in. Their menu is huge, and I always feel bad for the cooks/chef when I see that. However, my Hawaiian burger was phenomenal (there is something in the Aloha sauce). I washed it down with a Two Brothers Cane and Ebel, and it was equally delightful. I will definitely be back.
(4)
Jonathan C.
This is a solid bar for Glenview. There are just a few things that make it a 3 star place in my book . First while they do have a section of beers, It was quite hard to find something unique that I would want. I wanted a Maibock ( beeradvocate.com/beer/st… ), which is traditionally a style of beer that is brewed and ready to drink in May. They only had Rogue Dead Guy Ale. While this is a solid beer, it is probably the most popular Maibock I can think of. I would have thought that in May they would have an additional seasonal Maibock and not just their standard everyday one. Secondly, I thought the prices were a little high for pretty standard, nothing fancy apps. A plate of nachos here was more money than a huge bowl of mussels and thing of fries at the Hop Leaf (I compare this place to Hop Leaf since they are both beer bars). The chicken wings here were an order of 12 for like $12. If I'm paying such inflated prices at a bar, I want something interesting or creative to eat. Another concern of mine was that they can no longer serve yard sticks of beer. WTF Glenview, you're forcing them to not serve what they are supposed to. But unless you're planning to do some serious chugging a yard of beer is pointless since it will get warm on you. But its hard to expect much character and awesomeness out of a chain bar..... oh well it had promise, just could not deliver.
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Bill M.
I was "kidnapped" by my +1 and taken to Yard House, which is apparently one of her fave places on her home turf. This is part of a chain I had never heard of previously. We came on a Monday evening and the place was doing brisk business. Supposedly there is always a wait at peak weekend times, even though the place seems cavernous. There are numerous TV's set to different sporting events, so pick the game you want to watch, or not. The place has a good beer selection but we did not try any. I ordered a plate of "bearnaise" sliders with some shoestring fries, not bad actually. There are no real bargains on the menu, unless you hit some happy hour specials.
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mauricio o.
my server was the last person on earth i would ever want representing my own business. It is a shame that someone so lethargic and despondent is actually paid to interact with people. This girl was a plain jane all the way around. like the least special person to ever greet a table. anyways thank the restaurant heavens that she went home and this guy took over. The male server was courteous and polished, while still remaining genuine. The overall experience was a let down though compared to other yard house restaurants. turkey burger was over salted. fries were skimpy. and there were so many confused employees running around. With the inconsistencies they showed in the few hours i was there, I couldn't imagine a single reason to go back.
(1)
Rick F.
Cool workers. Fun place with kids. Also fun with the guys cool beer :) I'm here 2 times a week after that across the street happy time @ cup of cake :)
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Arie W.
Yard House has the best selection of beers, too many that I don't know if I'll ever get to try every single one, but it always keeps it interesting when I go. I think that's probably the only great thing I can say about Yard House. The food there is decent at best, but there is not a single item on the menu that I ever look forward to eating, not to mention that it's overpriced. The best time to come would be during their happy hour: after work or after 10pm when appetizers are half price. Within the Glen, I'll admit this is probably the restaurant I go to the most (aside from Potbelly's), strictly because of the beer selection and it has a lot of TV's to watch multiple sports games. This location also has a ton of seating so there usually is no wait for a table.
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Mariam R.
Stopped by after we saw Les miserable last night and wow! Was a surprised with the selection of beers and the quality of food. I ordered the halibut with asparagus in a creamy mushroom sauce. My husband had a simple cheeseburger and their special truffle fries. It was delicious! Will be back and definitely want to come for happy hour.
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Janice M.
A good trendy place to hang out. Yard House offers amazing selections on beer. This restaurant has served as meet up place with my fellow high school friends whenever I make it back to Norhtbrook. I have been here for both dinner and lunch, and they seem to always be busy. Their food here is decent. To be honest, I don't remember much of what I had and how good it was but I do remember that they had good beer. lol. I will be sure to write another review when I go home for Thanksgiving.
(4)
Roy H.
Half priced appetizers during happy hour, over 100 beers on tap. It gets a little busy sometimes and waits can be long. But it is a very fun place to go with a big group. Great food, though a bit expensive.
(3)
Stephen R.
besides having over 100 beers, this place blows. The food is bar food which is the same everywhere but it is always absolutely jammed. It succeeds because there is nowhere else to go up in glenview and the burbs. If you are that hard up for a beer and burger I guess this is your spot, otherwise it the steak and shake and buy a 6 pack at 7-11.
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Chris D.
Five stars alone for the half-priced appetizers from 3-6 p.m., with several vegetarian options. The Gardein "beef" sliders and wings were awesome, as were the thin-cut fries that came with the sliders. We also tried the oinion ring tower and cheese dip. Yum! I was in the mood for a fruity beer, and the server was kind enough to bring us samples to taste. The St. Louis Framboise was excellent.
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Kevin O.
I am actually a big fan of this place. For Appetizers I recommended the Onion Ring Tower or the pecan salad bother are excellent. main course wise the Pizza's pretty good and their burgers are also really nice and juicy. I am looking forward to going to this place next year when I'm 21 because they have a huge selection of beer on tap. Otherwise I recommend the Lemonade with sugar on the brim is really good. Usually this place is always busy on a weekend night like a Friday or Saturday night but there is a big parking garage nearby so parking's not a problem. It's also a great place to stop after or before seeing a movie which is right next door.
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Akta D.
I really like this place. The location is superb since it is right next to the movie theater. The food is great. Being a vegetarian and actually finding choices with meat substitutes is great. Their Gardein wings are so good, but the Gardien Thai Chicken pizza is my absolute favorite. Along with that the lettuce wraps are some of the best. This place also introduced me to a variety of beers so I love trying new beers there. The biggest downfall is that I wish the waiters new a little more about beer and also if they had customizable beer flights.
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Joshua N.
Yard House is part of a chain of about 8 restaurants and to my knowledge is the only one in the area. They manage to stay pretty well away from the pitfalls of the huge chains, namely having bad food and zombie-like service, while managing to offer some of the things that we love about them, like sprawling menus and absurdly inexpensive happy-hour appetizer specials. Every weekday from 3-6PM, a large selection of appetizers, pizzas, and sliders are available for half price. They have what appears to be 5 dozen beers on tap and pump their huge dining room full of classic rock, so expect a pretty big after work crowd during the week.
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Anita M.
If I originally reviewed Yard House a couple years ago I'd say its definitely got 4 star potential. However over time I've begun to put this place further and further back in the list of places to go back to. A couple days ago I returned with a couple friends and took advantage of their happy hour. After placing our order and getting the food, our server made a comment along the lines of "you think you guys got enough food?" I'm not sure whether I should be embarrassed or laugh out loud?! Either way its not a comment you expect from a server in my opinion. I also found it funny that throughout the meal we felt very rushed yet when we were ready to check out our server asked if we would mind that he takes and puts the order in for a large table. We didn't mind but found it ironic. Anyway, this place is a little pricey so I would only go for the happy hour
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Doris D.
This goes out to all the suburban haters: The Yardhouse rules. The music rocks (classic rock!), the portions are huge, the service is super quick and it's half price (huge portion) apps from 3-6 every day. HUGE beer selection. Yes, parking sucks, so go park by my house! One star down because they were out of bbq ribs (yes i know, I am sorry, I try to be a vegetarian every single day of my life and fail at it miserably). You go, the Glen.
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Becky P.
I think, if you are a bartender in a "beer bar", that you should know what you're talking about. When I know more about beer than you do....mmmm....not looking too good. Now, the food here is very tasty, but I think a little on the expensive side. Last time, we went during Happy Hour, and that was great, especially if your on a budget.
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Andy J.
So many beers on tap it would even make the Angry Frenchman happy. Wait, the Angry Frenchman will never be pleased. I've only had one visit but I'm s fan. Waitress was fun, whitty and attentive (also smoking hot). The food was good and served in large portions. If you go you need to try a beer float. I had the double coffee stout float and it far exceeded my expectations.
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Christiana S.
I've been working in the NW 'burbs for about 3 months now, and the Yard House has quickly become my go-to spot for lunch. I LOVE LOVE LOVE it. The food here is phenomenal (think upscale bar food). My favorite is probably the orange chicken, but I'm also partial to the bernaise sliders and spinach artichoke dip. And my favorite co-worker swears by the turkey pot pie, which is literally a good 12 inches wide. (Amazingly, I've seen her finish this massive pot pie, which is impressive considering she weighs about 100 pounds soaking wet.) This place has a massive selection of beer, and you can actually order it by the yard. What's better than that? They also make a beer float for dessert, which is made with a chocolate stout and vanilla ice cream. It sounds kind of gross, but trust me when I say it is totally and absolutely delicious. The servers are always pleasant (and the host/hostess will usually wait for you to take off your coat and sit down before throwing a menu at you, which is always nice). The decor is like an upscale sports bar. The televisions can be a little distracting (even with the sound off), but at least I'm usually able to catch up on my ESPN watching during lunch. This place also does large groups well even though they don't have a private room; my department had our Christmas luncheon here this past year, and everyone left happy. And as far as the most tell-tale sign of well-run restaurant goes: the bathrooms here are immaculate. Definitely worth a visit.
(5)
Holly G.
I love the food, chicken sandwich is amazing. Unbelievable selection of beer. Great people.
(5)
Scott H.
I've always really wanted to love Yard House out in 'Pleasantville,' but tonight finally made me swear myself off the place. Sat down with my wife after a busy day of taking care of business and was eager to reward ourselves with a couple IPA's and an onion tower while watching the Bears game. We enjoy the (usually) better service at the bar so we saddled up and were promptly greeted. We soon had beers in hand and didn't have to wait too long for our barkeep to return and take our food order. Then we waited. At least 30 minutes for apps in a half-empty restaurant? Then when we finally noticed our order bathed in light under the heatlamp, we waited another 10 minutes while a half a dozen servers and the manager hung out and chatted five feet away from us while they watched the clock. I finally reminded one of the bartenders that we could see our food and hoped to be able to eat it soon. She found someone to bring out the food, but alas the rings were somewhere between lukewarm and chilly at this point. We picked at them for a bit until someone took notice and offered to put in another order 'since they don't take that long.' Sure enough we had a new order of rings in front of us in five minutes (what took so long the first time?). A few minutes into our appetizer, the second bartender who checked on our order interrupted us with 'Hey, I'm leaving soon, can I cash you out?' Sure, whatever. Very, very rude, I'm in the middle of my food and I guess I'm being cut off. We settled up and gave a decent tip since I hoped our initial bartender would see at least some of it. We finished up and decided to leave early in the second half instead of opening a new tab. We asked for a manager and explained that the bartender's greed in asking for us to cash out (to get her tip) led us to decide to cut our visit short and head somewhere else for the remainder of the game. He seemed to 'get it' and I hope he had a talk with the bartender in question. Not sure that I care in any case. So, the subpar service and the fact that this place is quite overpriced (see my prior review) will lead my hard-earned dollar to a more attentive restaurant. We should be supporting the local mom 'n' pops instead of corporate chains anyway, so I guess I've learned my lesson. Off to Meier's Tavern.
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Sue K.
This place was so great that I don't even know where to start. Our waitress was phenomenal. She recommended great beers and the best way to order our food. She was friendly, honest, and even brought us empty beer bottles when we wanted to play a card game. I ordered a mixed beer: Guiness and Blue Moon. It was great. It tasted like a lighter Guiness with a hint of Blue Moon ..but I guess the name just states what I poorly described. They have tons of beers on tap, and although they were out of several that we wanted, our waitress was sure to recommend other similar ones. We were there for half price appetizers, so we ordered the chicken nachos. Since I don't eat chicken, it was put on the side. Our waitress recommended we get the chips on the side, and it came out to be like chips and dip. It was a great idea, and much better than had it been all mixed together. Although it wasn't the best chips and dip ever, it was good. It was similar to bar food. Parking is simple, as it is located at the Glen and there's a parking lot. The atmosphere was also nice. Very clean, dim lighting, and tv screens everywhere to watch the sports games you want. It's definitely a place to check out if you're a huge beer fan, and although it's a bit on the expensive side, it is pretty delicious.
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Caitlin G.
Confession: I kind of LOVE the suburbs. In fact, it's more than love... I kind of am OBSESSED with the suburbs. I have to refrain from jumping in my car and driving beyond the city limits most Saturday mornings and afternoons. When I give into cul de sac and strip mall temptation, however, I am always pleased when I find myself near the Yard House for dinner. Despite being in The Glen, which can be a bit overwhelmingly for even the biggest suburbiaphile, this spot has a cozy and warm feeling that is perfect for wintry months. The beer selection is fantastic, and the food is tasty. Burgers are always a solid choice, as are the steaks. (I'm a lady who likes cow, apparently.) Watch out for the onion rings--deadly delicious! If you're trying to eat dinner here, be sure to allow time in you schedule for a wait. In the meantime, vulture by the bar and snag a free seat when you can for another yummy brew.
(5)
Christian A.
This is my new spot! The food was incredible and oh so many drink selections. I had the Hawaiian burger which delicious! Then I had their strongest beer. It was superb. Great atmosphere and the prices were fair. Definitely coming back.
(5)
Elizabeth R.
I really wish I could say that I had nearly as good of an experience as the rest of the Yelpers on here but sadly The Yard House was just plain awful. First off I live just west of the City so a 30 minute trip was made just to go to this place. My roommate (who has been to many of the other Yard Houses in other states) had been ranting and raving about the food and beer here for weeks so he's the one who convinced me to even bother with a trip to the suburbs. Right from the start the place had the feeling of a cheap restaurant made to look fancy. Lots of seating which is good but very much reminded me of the Old Country Buffet that my parents took me too as a child. When we first walked in there were about 4 hosts chit chatting and not paying any mind to us so as my friend found us table I went to the washroom. Bathroom was disgusting and not cleaned and all of the faucets seemed broken but then again maybe they weren't since they were the auto-start kind. It seriously took me about 5 minutes to rinse all of the soap off my hands since so little water came out. Not happy. OK, OK, OK so at this point I know someone is going to read this and think I am a brat but please keep reading!!! So our waitress takes about 15 minutes before she bothers to comes over and take our order. Oh and at this place you need to request water, they do not just bring it like most restaurants which I am all for, lets be green people! This is where the problems begin: Problem 1: when we do ask for water she never brings it. Problem 2: she does not bring the necessary items to eat (plates, forks, etc.) until asked Problem 3: never once clears the table so we have plates everywhere the entire meal Problem 4: seems to forget about us (mind you the place is empty) Problem 5: she smelled terrible! i'm talking so bad that even with her standing at the foot of our booth our entire table could smell her!!! So besides the cheap decor and horrible staff I am hoping the food will blow my mind...so very, very wrong I was. So there is 3 of us and we take advantage of the half off appetizers and based off my roommates recommendation we order the following: -spicy tuna rolls -calamari -blue crab cakes -jamaican jerk chicken wings -fire cracker wings All of these items are sub par at best and for what they normally charge outside of happy hour I would be very, very disappointed if I had paid full price. I'm not sure if it was the cook that day or if the items weren't fresh since it was the day after the 4th or if the people who eat here have never had good seafood or wings before but it was just terrible. I do see from the other reviews that the sliders and salads are very good but since I did not try this and I have no intention of ever going back this place only gets 1 star and that's only because they do have a huge beer selection on tap. All and all unless you live near this place there are hundreds of better places to eat then The Yard House.
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Conly D.
Put simply, happy hours! They have remarkable happy hour specials! Half off their apps and pizza. Wow! Not to mention they have over 100 beers on tap, how can you go wrong?! Granted, I live across the street and can walk over whenever I like, but it's always packed in there and the quality of food is great! FYI - Be sure to bring your ID, regardless of your age as they card very hard there.
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Kimbele S.
a truly sucky suburban bar/restaurant. 1) no prices next to their extensive beer list. the reason for this was explained to me by our waitress: 'due to the change in market prices (?!), we don't print prices as they change frequently.' this isn't lobster, people. i was very tempted to ask for individual prices for every beer on the menu. 2) after asking if they had any specials, the waitress responded that they have no drink specials, as they are 'illegal in the state of illinois'. she was clearly confused by this portion of the illinois happy hour law: "Reducing or fluctuating prices during the licensed premises' normal operating hours (from opening until closing). Prices must be the same for all customers, for all purchases for the whole day." ok, fine. in that case, do you have any drink specials for the entire day? her answer: oh no, no. it costs a lot of money to maintain this building and print this menu (cheesecake factory-style), so we don't do any specials on drinks. yikes. plus, food is gross, overpriced and greasy. while i don't purposefully seek out or expect much from suburban bars, this one is the pits.
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Christine S.
Went to The Yardhouse for lunch today... They have a pretty decent selection on the lunch menu... I had the Turkey Cobb Salad and it was pretty good. They've got a shit ton of beers on tap, a very spacious and open restaurant. The wait staff and greeters are friendly and attentive.
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Keith A.
Always a good standby, I went here with a friend the other night. The beer selection is well worth the trip and the food is pretty good. I had the sashimi tuna and had some coconut shrimp as well and both hit the spot. there's a ton of beer on tap, and it makes for a lot of fun trying out a bunch of different beers. Its not spectacular, but its really good and that works well
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John H.
The Yardhouse gets a one star deduction for being located in the Stepford Wives housing complex known as The Glen and another deduction for not having actual yard glasses. It's a shame, because the food here is excellent. Standard American fare mostly, and pretty well done all around. Let's start with the location: it blows. And we're done. Moving on to glassware. Now, it strikes me as a bit odd to name your restaurant after an item you choose not to serve. I was told by a waiter here that the full yard glass was discontinued when patrons would order full yards before last call, down them, and play bumper cars when driving home. I don't endorse drunk driving at all. I detest it so much that I don't even own a car. But I think you'll agree with me that no business has the right to name itself after a product it's too chickenshit to endorse. If they have the decency to close the place, rename it, and subsequently reopen, it'll be worth a return.
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Rich M.
Have the beer then go somewhere else to eat. The atmosphere and idea of this place is great but after a couple of visits the food has always come up short.
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Alex R.
My friend wanted to come here for his birthday dinner, and so we went. The first thing I noticed was the lack of street parking. What you want to do is park behind the movie theatre and then walk over. Alas, once you enter the establishment, you will note that it is quite large, with plentiful seating and big screens. We proceeded to sit at a booth and were greeted by our friendly server, Patrick. I got the Portabella Burger with avocado ($10.55 + $1.50 = $12.05). The burger came, and it was of a normal size, and of adequate taste. A huge portion of semi decent skinny fries were served along with it. A decent burger, yes. One that justifies the price tag? No. Having eaten my share of mushroom burgers, I can say there is nothing special about this one. My friends dish arrived. Tomato Bisque Soup ($6.50), Roasted Turkey Club ($10.95) and Rogue Shakespeare St. Beer ($6.25). Yes...I am looking at the receipt, which surprisingly managed to not get eaten by my purse, lol. Alas, I cannot speak for my friend, but I can speak for the bites I stole from his plate. Again, the food was okay, but nothing special for the prices. Bottom line, come here with your buddies to sample a beer from their wide selection. They are a bit overpriced, considering The Map Room in Chicago is cheaper. But...where else can you find this selection in suburbia? The atmosphere is nice, but don't bother coming here solely for dinner, it's adequate but nothing special. On the plus side, there are a ton of shops, movie theatre, and other restaurants to choose from, and you can then come here for beer ;)
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Hitomi A.
Fast service and a great selection of tap beer, but not so impressed by the quality nor quantity of food for $. It was missing a wow factor... Just okay for me!
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Terrence C.
I really don't like "the glen" The idea of fake communities in the middle of nowhere irks me. So I venture out of my bona fide urban dwelling to visit the glen for 2 reasons, golf and yard house. If you like beer, and they don't have something you like here, i'll give you a dollar (totally have my fingers crossed!). Burgers are really good! I typically get down with the pepper jack burger. The bun is heaven sent. A little over being halfway through it though, i start to lose interest. Fries are pretty delicious also. No matter what you order get garlic aioli sauce on the side. I'd dip my first born in that stuff if it'd make me love him/her more. Bearnaiss sliders will hit the spot too. Portions are more than enough, and you'll probably leave with a doggy bag under most circumstances. People are friendly, sports games are on the tube, check it out.
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Eric V.
From ales to stouts to IPAs, there are taps aplenty to satisfy your inner beer aficionado. It's just too bad I couldn't find any good food to be washed down by many a tall, cold one. While my burger was cooked to the right temp, it was straight-up bland. I'm not looking for fancy herbs and spices either. A little salt & pepper goes a long way folks. My wife's four cheese pizza wasn't much better. The crust might as well have been cardboard, there was way too much cheese, and the tomato sauce was hardly detectable. The Truffle Fries are actually decent and probably the best thing we had all night. I say come for the booze, but fill up on grub elsewhere.
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Todd K.
I had a fantastic time here with my 150 year old grandma and my parents. Very good service, outstanding food, and plenty of beer to choose from. the food: jerk chicken and shrimp something-crazy-awesome. i like food with lots of flavor, and this hit the spot. other meals at the table included the mac and cheese (i tried it. it was incredible.), grilled cheese (didn't try it but from the facial expressions, it was a hit.), and the jambalaya with noodles instead of rice (tried it. very good, a little spicy but barely.) the beer: whatever. if you like beer, you'll be happy. they have a shmillion beers on tap. the service: we were there very early on a sunday (did i mention i was with my 150 year old grandma). i read Rosanna's reviews and i imagine a busy night might have been different. our service was just fine. i'll definitely be back, this time without the family in tow.
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Beth A.
food is goin down a notch...but the beer selection gets 5 stars our server trevor gets 5+ for being prompt and friendly and extremely knowledgable about both food and beer...and not only remembering my bf and i from our recent trip in but remembering everything we had to eat and drink as well...amazing!!! -had the spinach dip again...chips were still oily -i tried the truffle mac n cheese and if i couldnt even eat half of it...it smelled rancid and was incredibly oily and non cheesy -bf had enchiladas...they were stacked like pancakes and had a good kick to em -brownie dessert (with candle for his bday) was just ok...the brownie was pretty thin but the ice cream had good flavor yardhouse should check the expiration date on that oil and give my new favorite server of all time a big ass raise in his hourly pay
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Caroline S.
Honestly, I don't know why this place only has 3.5 stars. Personally, I LOVED it. I went here with my family last weekend at around 6 o'clock. It was about half full. We didn't get any appetizers, because we didn't want to be too full, but a lot of the appetizers on the menu sounded good. For the entree I got the grilled jumbo shrimp with spicy Indonesian rice. The food came in about 15-20 minutes, which isn't too bad. But it was worth it, because I LOVED the shrimp. They were well grilled and had the perfect flavor too them. The rice was great too! I also really liked the two sauces that it came with. The portion was fairly large, but not ridiculous to the point where you can't finish it. However, we were too full for dessert. The service was alright. The waiters didn't go out of their way, but it was decent. The only con is the price. It's fairly expensive. It's about $25 dollars for 6 jumbo shrimp and rice. I would recommend going Yardhouse if you're in the area!
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Alex K.
Calamari + Bearnaise burger + mix of woodchuck cider and Young's Chocolate stout (forget what they call it now) = bliss Great staff, great American food, wide beer selection, and classic rock music. I always drink too much here. I love it.
(5)
Sarah C.
5 stars for their beer selection and waiter knowledge on them... 3 stars on food quality and 1star because my boyfriend and I both got sick tonight... Been there several times... Randomly. Call ahead on a weekend. Long waits. Expect so-so food..
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Dee W.
With nearly 100 beers on tap, you just can't go wrong. We ended up ordering an adult entree of their mac n cheese - how can you go wrong with truffle oil, grilled chicken and bacon in mac n cheese? Other than that, the portions are huge (goes along with the price) and between their burgers and sandwiches, they have some delicious entrees, as well. Service is friendly and quick and they accommodated the two kids in our group very well with water sippy cups and milk sippy cups and crayons/coloring books to boot!
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Jane K.
Went back after a couple years to reacquaint myself with my favorite sirloin dish. I like my meat a bit bloody and therefore hopefully preventing the kitchen staff from thinking that they can dump a two week old piece of beef well done on me but.... this time.... the meat was soooo sinewy and tough, I just chewed out some flavor and eventually had to spit out almost every bite. I was sooo crushed! I'm still debating whether or not I can get myself to give it another chance, chucking up my last experience to Yardhouse having had a bad night. Friend had the jambalaya and it was alright... albeit on the salty side.
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Angela W.
Happy hour is the best... half priced appetizers anyone?! I come here fairly often and usually get the same few dishes: vodka shrimp pasta, mac n cheese squared, enchiladas, and FRIES! I must admit, I am a fry fanatic, and this place has great fries. Like, amazingly great fries. In fact, I would go to yardhouse only to eat fries if it was socially acceptable. Anyways, I'm not the biggest beer fan, but I can see that they have a huuuuuge selection. Overall, a good place for dinner with friend and/or family.
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Jasmine P.
I heart the plethora of beers that the Yardhouse has on tap. Don't know what you're in the mood for? They will most likely have something for you. The waiters are helpful in recommending beers for your taste as well. I like the location of the Yardhouse too. It is situated in a former Naval Air Station so it's cool to walk around before or after your meal and see parts of the Naval Air Station in the facades. The food was meh. I wasn't overly impressed, but some of the food was still tasty. We arrived in time for the reverse happy hour so our dining consisted mainly of appetizers. All of the appetizer plates were HUGE so count on sharing it or using it to be your whole meal. The chicken nachos were mediocre. I favored the guac, sour cream, and pico de gallo (who doesn't?), but the chicken was very dry and I could have done without the refried beans. We also ordered the seared ahi -- my fave and that was pretty good. We also had the turkey burger sliders which were pretty tasty. My friend really appreciated how the burger was cooked and that it wasn't dried out and tough. I liked how the fries that same with the sliders were cooked well -- thin and crispy -- yummy! I like that some of the food selections are good, but it's somewhat hit or miss. A more consistent performance of appetizers might bump up my rating. I like that the Yardhouse wasn't completely deserted on the late Monday night that we were there. There were still people around, ample amount of parking, and plenty of seating. It's very casual so it was great finding a place to eat and chat, without having to dress up. Great service -- our waiter was helpful, but not pushy. yay! Overall, the Yardhouse at the Glen gets at 3.5 stars rating from me.
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Jenni Q.
This review is really more of a 3.5 star review. I wouldn't mind coming back here again but wouldn't be first on my list of must-go places (more because of the price than anything else - food and service was great). The Yardhouse is HUGE - they have big, comfy booths all along the walls with table and bar seating towards the middle. Numerous big-screen tvs playing baseball games, basketball games, hockey games - you name it. And if the game you want to watch isn't already on, just ask the waiter and they can probably change it for you. Highlight of the meal: LOBSTER GARLIC NOODLES. Good amount of lobster, crab AND shrimp. Absolutley scrumptious noodles - garlicy but not too oily and overwhelming. The coconut shrimp appetizer and the burgers (Peppercorn Crusted Gorgonzola & the Surf and Turf) were mm mm delicious. The menu here is a mix of asian and american cuisine. Lots of interesting unique options as well as your basic burgers and pastas. You'll be sure to find something for everyone. The appetizers here are super expensive (almost nothing is less than $10) but the entrees are priced comparably to other places. Overall a solid restaurant with a great sports atmosphere, great food and great service.
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Tony M.
Yard-house is an awesome place,classic rock and great food. The burgers are made from all natural nature-well beef, and have great toppings. What i got last time was the Jambalaya pasta and i was pleasantly surprised. Jumbo shrimp, andouille sausage, and small craw-fish, over pasta and jambalaya cream sauce. It was a great dish and i will be ordering again. O, and don't forget to order the onion ring tower when you go, mhmmmhmm....
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Richard O.
The football special has come to a close for half price beer on Sundays and Mondays. Oh what will we do it was a good run. The appetizers are better than ever if you get here between 3-6pm on Mon-Fri or 10-11pm on Sunday thru Thursday when they are half price. The seared Ahi tuna is fantastic along with the spicy tuna roll. The Chinese garlic noodles are great along with the spinach dip chips and the onion ring tower. Some alternate dishes are the california roll the Jamaican wings and pizza. Clam chowder soup is great along with a good variety of import beer.
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Mikey U.
Enter the Yard House....... On my first ever getaway to Chicago with my home-girl, Esco (also a beer connoisseur), we caught word that there was a Yard House not far from our corporate office. Having only been to the Yard House in San Diego previously, and not (yet) having one in the Bay Area, we thought it opportune to have a couple of rounds to prime the night. Little did we know it would BECOME the night... This Yard House, because of its location in a residence/retail villa, and the very noticeable presence of children and families dining, seemed very much equal parts restaurant, equal parts brewpub. In a way, it was nice to slow things down and enjoy some beers in a conversational environment. I'm not sure if things here ever get too loud or rowdy, which, for some people (myself included), is part of the charm found at the San Diego Yard House. With nearly 100 beers on tap, the choices can be daunting. Fortunately for us, bartender Ron and bartender Kim were exceptionally friendly and helpful, offering up suggestions according to our taste and even letting us sample a few beers just to be sure. Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse... a hefeweissen that finishes a little peppery. Took getting used to, but good. Kronenbourg 1664... very malty... good while ice cold... started to turn pungent as it warmed a little. Rogue Dead Guy Ale... good (HA!), was a little far gone to describe it further than "s'good". Overall an excellent and enjoyable experience. A little different, a little low-key compared to San Diego's Yard House, but still a great location to start or spend an evening in/around Northbrook, IL.
(4)
Joanna P.
Good food but expensive! Beers start from $7 plus Entrees about $20 plus The food it is good just prices are not!
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Jeff R.
This is a suburban wasteland. Yes, they have 100's of beers on tap, but if you are already a seasoned beer drinker, they might not have the one you are looking for. They have 4-5 options of various beer styles, so they aren't covering the gambit by any means. After the limitations of the beer menu sink in, it is little more than an overpriced noisy chain restaurant. The servers are polite, the bartenders leave you alone when you've gotten your drinks, which is fine by me. There are a surprisingly high number of families, so I suppose it must be family friendly. They do have a brief happy hour appetizer special, but after it ends (at 6pm I believe) the menu is not worth the prices they charge. There aren't a whole lot of beer options at The Glen Town Center, but that should merely serve as encouragement to get out of the neighborhood once in a while.
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Matt R.
Pretty decent, good sized beer selection, decent food. Everything overall is not bad. I think the only surprising thing was their equivalent to "Sushi" was basically a giant scoop of fish shaped into a circle in a way that was impossible to eat. I can't really diss them for that because the waiter did inform us that it wasn't sushi sushi. Have had their Pizzas before, which are also decent, and of course their beers. Gets pretty crowded on weekends for a bar/restaurant-ish thing. Decent overall, but not amazing. 4/5
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Sal F.
Came here with my girlfriend for a late dinner. Our server came over and never introduced herself or asked us what we wanted to drink. After finally deciding on a beer I had to tell her that we were going to order food. Throughout the meal she came by twice, once during our appetizers to see how they were and the second time she just peaked over. She was not personable at all. When we were done eating we waited a good 5-7 min for her to come clean off our table and ask us if she could bring over the dessert menu by this time we were ready to leave and did not want to wait any longer but of course we ended up waiting for her to take the check back. Another server walking by noticed that we were still waiting and took it for us. On a brighter note this didn't sway our opinion on how good the food was.
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Jillian S.
I had never been to the Glen before and as a city-planner-in-training, I was very excited to spend some time here and experience it. Very cool use of an old developed site - and an excellent mixed-use community. But, this is a restaurant review - not a site plan review. The beer selection was amazing, and I'm not talking bottles, baby. Almost everything is on tap, and there are 150 selections! I sampled a Gaarten Rose - Hoegaarten White and Framboise. Heaven, but too sweet to have two. No problem, just pick one of a 100 other beers available to you! The food was creative and tasted pretty fresh. We were there during happy hour, so you could get half priced appetizers. I made a meal of two of them - coconut shrimp and the moo shu egg rolls. My favorite part were the sauces that came with them. This place does not skimp on flavor. You will walk away with a smile on your face!
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Anne W.
With every place in this suburb closed after 9 pm.. it's nice to find a place that serves drinks and food. The food is okay.. nothing special.. but it does have a casual beer atmosphere. The drinks are not terribly strong either. But oh well.. at least you can get a drink here.
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Bernadette C.
I love this place! Good food, nice place for diner and lunch! patio outside! perfect place to hang out :)))
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Mina M.
Man, they have the best clam chowder. Try it. You won't be disappointed. Regarding the 1/2 price appetizers during happy hour, here are my favorites: 1. Chicken fingers: Large and crispy 2. Calamari: Great sauce 3. Sliders: Perfect portion and the fries (skinny) are yummy 4. Hot Buffalo Wings: Spicy, salty, but pretty good 5. Garlic noodles: A must try, but only if you really like garlic As far as drinks, my favorites are the Pomegranate Press martini and the Rogue Hazelnut Brown ale beer. Stick with drinks they do well, like martinis and beer. Stay away from their mojitos and bloody marys. Not so good. Oh, and for dessert? Their Kona coffee sundae is outstanding.
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Lauren R.
Wow! This place rocked :) Definately a hidden gem. I came to that area for a quick gig and ended up walking over to that place. Service was awesome and the food was even more amazing. I had the Angel Hair Pasta with Vodka sauce and shrimp. The Calamari was to die for as well. Can't wait to come back
(5)
Christopher N.
Good food, tons of beer selections, knowledgeable bartenders if you want to experiment with new beers and a decent amount of TVs for sports. Yardhouse would get a 5 if it were not for the large number of parents that treat it like their own private version of Chuck E' Cheese. Try and sit at the back of the restaurant or the backside of the bar. We sat close enough to the hostess once and had two kids plop down at our booth to play with the candles. It is unbelievable how much some people expect the world to tolerate their rotten fruit of their loins. Aah, but I digress. Prices are in line with the quality of food, service and atmosphere. I would highly suggest for those people who knock Yardhouse for price to watch their mail for Applebee's coupons and sneak in their own Keystone Light to drink.
(4)
Meredith H.
the menu is of epic cheesecake factory proportions - too many options to choose from and too many pages to turn to make a decision. the beer list is fantastic and their beer mixes are a great addition - more choices than your typical Black and Tan or Snakebite. food is solid, but nothing fantastic. again the variety is just too wide to be really good at any one type of food here. service was average, prices normal for a nicer chain-y type place. it's great for the glen!
(3)
Melissa G.
Great beer selection and the good is good. Service is usually average to above average. Just a little pricey.
(3)
Dagwood S.
I've been there several times and always had a good experiance. Good good and incredible beer selection. Really large and can be really busy during the evening...especially on the weekends. The location is right in the middle of The Glen so there is plenty to do while you wait. Good for kids or just going out with the Mrs. or even hangig out watching sports with friends.
(5)
Judd H.
As a chain for bar-type food, Yard House has a lot going for it. It has a real professional and tested menu (think Cheesecake Factory, California Pizza Kitchen, etc). So, I don't think I have ever had anything bad here. The service is not poor, it is just hit and miss as I assume they have a lot of turnover. If you have a good server, things will be great as they have good coordination with the bus staff. Also, the kids options are big and reasonably priced. I give this place less than five stars because it is really expensive especially for the alcohol for a casual dining option. Any craft beer pint will run you in the neighborhood of $7 and all of the entrees and apps are probably $2-3 more/plate than more local, less chain options.
(3)
Shaun S.
I think I'll let everyone else talk about the food. I'm happy there. What I thought was great tonight, aside from being on top of our table of 9 which had three guests who needed to dine and bolt to a boy scout event, is that because of the table size we had a gratuity of already added onto our tab, somehow I overlooked this and added an additional 20%, she caught it and gave it back to us... very nice!
(4)
Simone G.
Yes, the wait is always long... but the waiters are nice which is a good thing but the food can be ify it maters what you order I would suggest burgers. Their fries are amazing.
(4)
Merrie W.
Good food, beer, and service. Wait can be long if u come on a busy evening/weekend.
(4)
Tita P.
Well it is no secret that the burbs can be a little..hmm difficult for a single woman with no children. I love going to Yardhouse. There are actually people MY AGE!!! I usually sit at the bar and watch tv and enjoy the beer..well just one beer but they have a lot on tap if you want a variety. The bartenders are friendly and the service is really good.
(3)
Northshore F.
Given the choices in the Glen and around, the Yardhouse is the best option. Easy place to meet someone for lunch, a drink or for dinner. Plenty of seats, so anytime I've gone there's never been a wait. Seats are comfortable. Atmosphere is good. Has a wonderful outdoor section, very nice in the summer to sit outside in the Glen watching all the activity and enjoying your meal. Menu has a wide selection. They are very accommodating to modifications. Service is excellent.
(4)
Krissy K.
Took my niece my Mother and Father - it was a Sat night just past 5 PM and there was already a wait. Also while waiting they asked if we wanted to review the menu so not I'm thinking WOW they really want to turn over these tables. Salads were overpriced most starting at $15 - I work in River North and we have better prices. It was so loud and I felt so rushed and nervous. I have to say it was not a relaxing dining experience. The Turkey Burger was really good but I needed some deep breathing once we exited. I live in Chicago and over the years I've been to lots of restaurants and don't recall feeling so pressured or rushed as I did in that place. But maybe in Glenview with The Glen being such an attraction people are used to the mayhem.
(2)
PH P.
I love Yard House. WE go there for happy hour late at night and they have so many vegetarian options and a huge selection of drinks. Their customer service is OK.
(4)
AJ M.
Been coming here for years and I am never dissapointed. Over 50 beers on draft and a very large extensive menu with pretty much everything. They also have a pretty good gardein vegetarian menu! Great place for dinner, watch a game or drives before a movie. This is one if my go tos for a night out it has everything!
(5)
Anna A.
I went there with a big group, about ten people. The food was delicious, everyone enjoyed the drinks, the atmosphere was semi-fancy, semi-casual. Everything was great up until two days later when I checked the transactions on my card and the amount didn't match with my receipt. I paid with my card and left the waitress a CASH tip. On my transactions it shows that the charge from that restaurant was the total plus the amount of the tip that I left her in cash meaning she gave herself a double tip! Plus when I wanted to sign the receipt I was looking for the words "customer copy" on one of them and the waitress said " oh it doesn't matter you can just leave both copies in there and I'll take them." I was so furious. For the last couple of days Im trying to call the restaurant and figure this out because I want my money back and this is still not figured out. They can't find their receipt and I'm planning to drive out there and get my money back. That's unacceptable! One worker can sure ruin the reputation for the restaurant.
(2)
Noor H.
This place was alright - came here and got a pizza & salad lunch special with co-workers. The food was okay but it wasn't anything super tasty or memorable. Might come back and try something else.
(3)
Fred G.
I can't think of anything negative to say about Yard House at this point. I've been to this restaurant several times and have been impressed with their beer selection and dinner menu. Everything I've ordered has been great, with the exception of a Moscow Mule, which they promptly re-made for me with no hassle. It is also worth noting that this restaurant caters to the family/kid-oriented nature of the Glen and has large tables & booths available to accommodate your group.
(5)
Alina S.
I've come here a few times before. So far so good. Although the wait was a bit long, the delicious food was worth it. We got the blue crab cakes w/mango chutney. They were bomb! Perfectly seasoned and crispy with the perfect not to sweet mango sliced chutney. The chicken tortilla soup was SOOOO GOOD. It was light and cheesy and filled with large chunks of chicken and avocado. Also, chalked full of fresh cilantro and chive. Unlike any other chicken tortilla soup I've had at a restaurant. For an entree since I had seafood for an app I decided to try a meat dish. I choose the BBQ Korean beef appetizer with spicy rice. First of all for an app it was HUGE. Taking some home for sure. My bf had the cheddar bacon burger with rum BBQ sauce. Best BBQ sauce I've had I think! Perfect combo of sweetness. And of course I couldn't stop stealing his shoestring fries. Def def going to keep coming back. They seem to have mastered the perfect sweet and savory profiles.
(4)
Indya S.
Paid way too much for dry poorly crusted salmon with wasabi potatoes, first time experience. Never again.
(2)
Alex A.
Went in for some drinks and food...and had one of the worst experiences...sat at the bar so that we could get drinks...not only did it take 15 minutes to get our first drink but we had to get one of the bartenders attention in order to ask them to take our drink order...yes they had more than one bartender...not very happy with the service at all...
(1)
Peter V.
So, I just finished this amazing Pastrami deluxe sandwich. It was excellent. Bread was soft and fresh. This was an awesome first impression. Great bar atmosphere as well. I suggest you check this place out. Pretty cool.
(5)
Laurice S.
I used to go here all the time when I lived in the area and still go every time I visit my parents house. The food is good, it's not super stellar but wayyy better than most American "bar and grill" type restaurants. They have an excellent happy hour with lots of choices to share apps with friends. They have tons of beers on tap from microbreweries all over the country which is cool. The burgers are pretty good. It tastes like they use better cuts than just ground sirloin bc the burgers are super thick and juicy. My parents always go for the pepper crusted Gorgonzola. The parmesan truffle fries with garlic aioli are really addicting and are like shoestring fries. They might have crack in them bc they are soo good! My fave app has to be the chicken lettuce wraps that have a Thai inspired twist to them. You can order this as your entree, be totally satisfied, and sometimes have extra to take home. The ambiance is chill, relaxed sort of sports bar-ish with all the TVs but also at times feels like a family friendly spot even for kids. I hate to compare but it's like an "upscale TGIFridays" lol.
(4)
Pam P.
Come here for the half priced appetizers during happy hour. Or if you are a huge beer fan, they have an abundance of beers on tap. Last time I came here for dinner I ordered a vegetarian mac and cheese. In my head I thought I was ordering the "gardeinâ„¢ (MAC + CHEESE)2" but my waiter thought I meant the regular mac and cheese without chicken. Feeling a little disappointed about my meal, I asked our server where the veggie chicken was. I didn't realize I needed to specify "gardein" when placing my order. He said he would go to the kitchen and ask the chef to make chicken for me on the side. While this was happening, I didn't want to continue eating without the chicken, in fear that by the time it was ready, more than half my plate would already be gone. At the same time, while I waited, my food just sat there getting cold as I took small nibbles from it. I waited for what felt like almost 15 minutes thinking I should've just let it go and cancel the extra side chicken. That was when one of the chefs in the back personally came out and delivered a brand new gardeinâ„¢ (MAC + CHEESE)2. He said it wouldn't be the same if I were to just throw the chicken on top myself. Having thought the same thing, I really appreciated that he took the time to do that for me. I personally thought the chef was more attentive to my needs than our waiter who kept disappearing for long periods of time. In the future I now know to differentiate between the two mac's. I just wish that when I ordered, our waiter would've asked if I meant gardein or not.
(3)
Michael B.
This is my go to place for sports bars on the north shore. The place is generally packed for big sporting events, but you can always find a great place to sit with a view of the endless flat screens displaying all the action. Food is excellent, great beer selection and wines too. Outdoor area as well during the summer. Great place with the family, just the guys or on a date.
(5)
Dylan M.
Nice bar restaurant with a giant tap beer selection. They have a nice menu with a lot of vegetarian options. They do many creative things using gardien brand products and do it well. They of course also have lots of options that aren't vegetarian too. Great place to go and have beers sample a variety of foods and watch sports too. They have lots of TVs. I prefer to belly up to the bar!
(4)
Orlando R.
My visit at yard house was extraordinary! I visit this restaurant at least once a month and I'm glad to say that the consistency is amazing. The service is great, the food was excellent, and the atmosphere was extremely satisfying. The beer menu is out of this world.
(5)
Rhonda R.
Went here Saturday August 8th with a party of 24 adults. The staff was very accommodating. We were all seated together. The service, atmosphere and food was great. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered. I had the Cuban pork sandwich and my husband had the steak sandwich. I highly recommend both. Someone had the chicken guacamole sandwich which she was very happy with and she's a picky eater. Our group comes here every year after the Glen Art Show and we have always had a good time.
(5)
Daria D.
I cannot write a review that would give justice to this place. It is my favorite restaurant and everything I eat here is delicious. From tacos to pasta to burgers literally anything you get is amazing. I recently came here with the children I nanny and the kids menu is super cheap and you get a lot of food for the kids including juice and dessert. They loved it and i loved it. I will definitely frequent this place all the time like I normally do.
(5)
Jessica C.
The beer list is amazing, but the food isn't something that I would talk over and over about to someone and beg them to go. I can say that their wait staff are one of the most nicest I've ever have had the pleasure of having. They check on you throughout your meal, and not overly check, but just to make sure everything is going okay. The hottest was very nice as well and easily accommodated our requested of having a table versus a booth. No questions asked, just re-sat us. I would go back again!
(4)
Pauline D.
Second time here. You have to try the truffle fries and organic tomato soup. The chopped salad is very tasty. I also split a hamburger with bacon and BBQ sauce. Friendly service. Avery our waitress was excellent!
(5)
Lucas W.
I've been back a number of times but I was especially impressed by something this last go around that spurred me to up my review to 5 stars. My food was delicious as always and the beer menu as fantastic as ever - some great new options for 2014. I went with the Belgian Sampler and have to say 5/6 beers were delicious. (why would you put an IPA hybrid on a Belgian sampler...could've been 6/6). But I digress. My girlfriend got a bbq bacon cheeseburger and asked for it medium. When it came out and we first looked at it, it was definitely medium rare. However, the more she ate, we realized it wasn't even medium rare, the meat in the middle was mushy and definitely rare. Bright red. She was already full from appetizers and fries and such so it just meant not bringing the burger home for leftovers. But when we mentioned it to our waitress she was very apologetic. Without even asking, the manager came over and apologized and comp'd her burger. I know the food is always delicious so I have to assume the kitchen was in a bit of a hurry as it was an especially hectic night, but I'm especially impressed that without asking for anything the manager was so quick to comp the vastly undercooked burger. As always, Yard House is great and can't wait to go back.
(5)
Ricki S.
Great food, terrific choice of beer but very noisy. It's a sports bar the serves good food.
(4)
Alex R.
I work out in Glenview, IL and Yard House has been an office favorite for quite some time now. It has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, parking, vegetarian options, and is kid friendly. I have been there a couple of times for Promotion Lunches, Happy Hours and mid-day World Cup Viewings. It is great for watching sporting events or grabbing a nice lunch. The staff is friendly but slightly confused when it comes to reservations and seating. I once showed up with a party of 6 and they tried to sit us at a 4 person table (keep in mind the large size of the restaurant). Their takeout service is amazing! They pay close attention to special requests and fulfill the order in a timely manner. Their food selection ranges from healthier, vegetarian options to delicious, greasy bar food. My favorite is the BBQ Chicken salad and the Avocado Swiss burger. The portions are huge and always satisfying. I would recommend this as a reliable, hearty place to take a long lunch.
(4)
Hannah H.
A comfortable restaurant where the waitstaff are friendly, and there's a free parking garage right around the corner. I usually get their Mac + Cheese squared, in which it's basically a cheesy macaroni and cheese with breadcrumbs, roasted chicken breast chunks, applewood smoked bacon, wild mushrooms, castallane pasta, and truffle oil - you can definitely taste that oil since they don't skimp out on that! I've also tried their Pepper Jack burger, and it was quite juicy in regards to the patty, and a good topping with the adobe pepper, the melted cheese, and the garlic aoili. The fries that come with are crispy and thin, and a good abundance of it. They have a great selection of beer if you're a beer buff, and the place itself is like an upscale sports bar. This is your traditional American restaurant that has a bar. People come here for happy hour, lunch or dinner. +Mac + Cheese squared +extensive beer selections
(3)
Rob W.
One of those places that has been around for awhile that I had yet to get to - finally did it! Just for lunch though - no beers, so I still have that opportunity awaiting. My friend and I met up for one of our periodic pow-wows. He ordered an Ahi Tuna Salad and I opted for a Pepper Jack Burger. Both entrees were good. The tuna was grilled nicely on the outside with a raw/rare center. My burger came with a great tasting order of fries and a garlic/aoli sauce that had a lot of flavor. The burger was cooked as I specified and had a semi-hot chili pepper laid across it which complemented the flavor. Service was exactly what it should be - greeting at the door, follow up with menus on the table while I was waiting for my lunch sidekick, attentive service throughout our visit by our waiter David. Definitely worth returning - I was pleasantly surprised.
(4)
Kay R.
This place is a bit hit or miss. They have a great vegetarian menu, featuring Gardein "meat" products, and a fantastic craft beer selection. Some of the other items on the menu, such as the truffle fries, a la carte street tacos, or roasted cauliflower live up to the gastropub vibe this corporate joint has tried to cultivate. Others like the "spicy" Thai chicken pizza, "jerk" wings, or Mac and cheese trade authentic flavor for the sugary-greasy-salty flavor trifecta so typical at corporate chains.
(3)
Ted C.
It's a good spot if you like beer which is why my friend suggested we meet up here. He claims that every photo of me he says I've always get a glass of beer in my hand, which isn't too far off. I've been here a few times before and completely didn't notice I didn't write a review for it until now. To start off, it's pretty run of the mill, like a more grown up Chili's or Applebee's where the food is marginally a little better and the beer selection more vast. I wanted their deviled eggs and was told that basically it was 3 egg halfs for an egg and a half. I don't know who did the math on that but I'm not going to 'Lady and the Tramp' my friend over half an egg. Seriously, WTF? Fortunately, he let me be the greedy one and I ate the third half. I liked how they've now reordered their beer menu into flavor profiles which gives people not so familiar with beer to decided what they want or people overwhelmed by a giant list of beer. (I also realize now that it's probably a way to get beer guidance when some of the servers are probably not beer fans or of age.) I decided to get the Pepper Jack burger which was all right the flavor of it was okay but there wasn't much chile flavor or spice from the pepper jack so I asked for a bottle of Tabasco which fixed things. Honestly, it's an all right place for the Glen.
(3)
Gary S.
Just getting to this one my wife and daughters eat here all the time we have the spicy tuna rolls in the appetizer section, they are excellent . My daughter had the french onion soup , she said it was good , but she did eat it all. We all had some calamari it was excellent cooked just right with the right amount of batter . The spicy jambalaya with andouille sausage was very good . Then we split some of their street tacos we had the carnitas, pork belly and the ASADA all were excellent .
(4)
Steve S.
I've been here several times over the past few years and each time I was impressed by the food and beer. Selection of beer is the BEST! Food quality is superb! Staff is very friendly. Watch out for key busy times; it can get a bit packed in here if you time it bad; call for reservations if you can. Ambiance is a tad too dark, but that's standard and I can still read the menu without trouble. Parking is a plenty. Don't be scared off if you're driving by and don't see parking immediately in front; there is a parking garage behind with plenty of room. Lots of neat stores to visit around here, too. My favorite menu item is the Ginger Salmon served on wasabi mashed potatoes; MMMM! Recommended.
(5)
B P.
Love almost everything I've tried. Great vegetarian options and awesome beer selection. Gets noisy with all the families and little kids.
(4)
Ashley A.
great beer, great food, great beer So many beers on tap & our server was educated enough to give me a few good recommendations. I specifically chose this place because I love trying new beers and they have a great, big selection. The Yard House Belgian Amber Tripel by Firestone Walker was especially good. We ordered Chicken Nachos & Sweet Potato Fries with maple bacon dip. Umm, yeah; so good. I wanted to take home a jar of the dip alone. The place is pretty big with plenty of tables, booths, high top tables & seating at the bar. Only thing I wasn't thrilled about was that I was not greeted when I walked in. I walked in alone & was looking around for someone I was going to meet there. I was standing along side the front door for several minutes, but was never asked if I wanted to be seated. I finally found who I was going to meet and had to ask the hostess for a table. I would definitely return for the beer & food. Even the ambience was nice. Very clean place and the lighting was just right. The surrounding area is very cute, too. It has a downtown feel to it without all the congestion.
(4)
Kurt R.
Great place for food and beer period. The bartender Ron was an absolute expert on the beer and food. It's a great place to meet friends. The baha fish tacos along with great beer makes for a perfect evening.
(4)
Raji V.
I love coming here because they have a great ambience. It's very relaxing. They have various beers on drafts from around the world. I like fruity drinks , try the raspberry framboise! They also allow you to sample their beers before getting them! So I ordered a drink and there was hair in it, never had this happen here before, but the waiter brought me a new drink and covered our whole check!
(5)
Jimmy J.
Still a great place for beer selection, sandwiches, and fries. We very impressed by the new Roasted Caulifower and Brusset Sprout appetizers. They were amazing You can do much much worse than Yardhouse.
(4)
Paddu P.
I love this place for 2 reasons. Kona coffee dessert and onion rings. Good pasta-burgers- chicken sandwiches. Deff worth the trip!
(4)
Yana N.
Come here for all the time! Always friendly staff, well prepared meal and good atmosphere for any occasion business lunch family dinner or just a bite to eat! My favorite neighborhood resto!
(5)
Yana Y.
Where do I begin? I completely agree with another reviewer, they have no idea how to properly cook a burger or a steak. They have no clue what medium or well done means. I had to send a steak back 3 times, in order for them to get it right, and then the manager comes out to give me a lesson on how to properly order a steak? Get lost. How about you train your cooks, not your customers? I have been to the Yardhouse on numerous occasions throughout the years, but the last few times I have been there were not good experiences for me. They definitely rubbed me the wrong way. I used to always get wonderful servers, but lately they are rude and seem to always try to rush you out the door. People go out to eat to enjoy the atmosphere, relax, and get a few drinks - not rush out the door. It's tough to relax here, when you feel so rushed. They drop off the check and then you don't see them again. I can't even get anymore water? Yikes. It is bad to the point where they won't even seat you where you want. I asked to be seated by the window, to enjoy the view and they completely ignored what I said and sat me all the way in the corner by the hot, busy kitchen instead. Yeah, very relaxing! Not. This was not the first time that they've done this either. I went in last on 6/1/14, on an extremely hot day. We waited about 30 minutes or so to be seated, and once we were seated we waited another 25-30 minutes for a waiter/waitress. We didn't even get a glass of water, let alone a menu. Guess what? They never came. So my friend and I got up and walked to the front to ask where our server was. A young lady behind the counter says, "oh yeah, your server is on break. I will move you to another table." I mean, did she not know that the server was on break when she sat us there almost 30 minutes ago?? Unreal. I made a comment, before leaving, and the same young lady says, "sorry, we'll do better next time." That just really got under my skin for multiple reasons. I cannot tell you how much business I brought to this establishment. I have had multiple business meetings here, and I even recommended this place to plenty of friends because I liked the ambiance. Anyways, I was so aggravated that I had to call and speak to a manager. I spoke with a Dan, and he apologized for the inconvenience. He said that we could come back "right now" and he would take care of us, or he would send a coupon through mail. I was mainly aggravated by the service, and not looking to get anything for free to be honest; however, he insisted and he took down all of my information - and guess what? No coupon, nothing. So, you better believe that I called back, I am not letting this slide. I called back a few weeks later and I was told that they did not have a manager on duty. I find that hard to believe. I called back again on 7/30/14 and asked for Dan. The girl on the phone says, "sure, hold on". She then gets back on the phone to tell me that Dan is not in, but they had another manager named Amy that was in. I asked to speak to Amy. I tell Amy what happened and she tells me that there is no "Dan" that works there. Hmmmm interesting, then why did the person who answered the phone tell me that Dan was not in?? Anyways, Amy apologizes for everything and tells me the exact same thing - she will send out a gift card/coupon for my frustrations. It is now 10/25/14, and you've guessed it - NOTHING as of yet!!!! Shocking, I know.
(1)
Andrew M.
Went to Yard House with my wife and another couple for dinner on Friday night. I had been wanting to check it out for a while as I really enjoy craft beer. My wife planned ahead and made a reservation so we were seated within a couple minutes of entering. The 1st table they put us at was right by the door and really cold. My wife asked for a booth, and they accomodated us. Our waitress was pretty busy as there were very few open tables in her section. She didn't seem too happy about her job, but she did keep our glasses full and remained begrudgingly attentive to our needs the whole night. We ordered drinks, 3 different beers and a lemonade. When she returned, we ordered dinner. I had a side caeser salad with their mac and cheese. It was excellent however the mac and cheese was so rich I couldn't finish it. Everyone was happy with their food. We proceeded to order a brownie dessert that we split four ways with caramel ice cream. The ice cream was outstanding and the brownie was also delicious. The atmosphere is pretty loud and busy, and the prices are a little higher than I think its worth. Overall, I think this is a nice place to grab dinner on occasion, but it isn't much in the way of a watering hole as the bar is in the center of the restaurant.
(4)
Rob E.
The best selection of Tap beer, food is awesome too. Triple karmeliet is the best! It's always crowded which is a telling sign of how awesome this place is. Of course you can watch the big game too.
(5)
Martin P.
One of my favorite places to go to. I have nothing to complain about. Beer selection Is great and food is good. Seating is quick for most part
(5)
Gina D.
The food was great, and every plate that walked by looked scrumptious! We were there on a Saturday night with a two year old (way past bedtime), so we knew that it might be a difficult dinner. But, our waiter, Gabe, couldn't have been better! He knew that feeding the toddler first was the best way to make mom + dad happy...so he brought her food out ASAP! Happy baby = happy customers! We're already planning our next visit...hope we have Gabe as our waiter again!!
(5)
TS W.
Beer, beer and beer! With ONO kind pupu's!
(5)
Gavin L.
I came here before a movie with my friends. Our movie started at 6:30. We got there at 5:20, and were told the wait was 10 minutes. 30 minutes later, we sat down. We ordered right away. We waited for about 40 minutes, and by that time it was 6:20. We had to go to a later showing of the movie. Terrible experience, good food.
(2)
Randall K.
I have been here a dozen times over the last few years. Always enjoyable for the whole family. This review is for Saturdays experience. I took my 3 daughters for a "dad" dinner. We called ahead to get on the list. By the time we got there we only waited 5 minutes. The restaurant can get very busy. We had a very experienced waitress, so we didn't notice. We ordered 2 apps: onion ring tower and a bowl of clam chowder. Excellent. Seriously I didn't want to share. I let the girls eat and then cleaned it all up. We had 2 chicken tenders and a ceaser saled order. No complaints. I ordered the fish n chips. As good as any I have had. The fish was tender and cooked perfectly. It is hard for me to try anything else because I love this plate. We skipped the desert, but this restaurant rocks. Great for family dinner or a group of adults.
(5)
MC B.
My family and I have only been here few times since it is a bit far from the city but it's pretty good. Their grilled sweet Korean BBQ is delish!! I will definitely be ordering that more often. The portion sizes are pretty big even for the appetizers. We ordered three appetizers instead of getting individual meals and we still couldn't finish everything! One dish that is a must try and that I absolutely love is their kona coffee ice cream sundae!! There is nothing quite like it! Also if you have a kid or a younger sibling, try the cookies and cream crunch pop. It's a rice crispy treat with Oreos mixed in. My brother got it since it comes with his meal and it was amazing!
(4)
Ariana W.
My coworkers took me here for lunch and from the moment we arrived service was very slow and the restaurant had a mild amount of customers. It was packed, and it wasn't completely empty. Our server didn't check on us very often and the food took extremely long to prepare. The majority of our party ordered light items off of the lunch menu that doesn't take much preparation so we couldn't understand what was taking so long. Anyway, once we finally got our food I had to ask for more mayo because my sandwich was dry. Once we were finished and asked for the check, the sever took at least took another 10-15 minutes for them to bring it to us. Overall, our lunch date that was supposed to take 45 minutes to an hour took an hour and 30 minutes. I would be willing to give them another shot, but until then I give them 2 stars.
(2)
Claire A.
I just don't like when it feels like they are choosing to serve you...... instead of, we are happy to have your business.
(1)
Nicole P.
Went to the yard house tonight and had drinks and the sashimi and Ron was our bartender! awesome guy and awesome time :) will be back!
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Heather J.
We were recently in Yard House for a second time, and it was not such a great experience. This place was packed the last time we were in, so we made sure to call ahead to get on their wait list. We were told the wait was 45-50 minutes. However, we didn't actually get sat for about an hour and 20 minutes. Finally we sat down, and luckily, the waitress was a sweetheart. She took our orders very quickly and served us just as fast. Unfortunately, I ordered my burger medium well, and it came very rare. I'm talking so pink you could pull the stringy meat with a fork. I ate most of it before letting the waitress know that the burger was undercooked. Her face turned almost white and you could tell how embarrassed she was that this happened. She told her manager, who came very quickly to our table to apologize and inform us that the burger would be taken off our check and even offered a free replacement burger. I was very happy that the manager did this - this is what sets a crappy restaurant apart from a reputable one. Two giant BONUS stars for this. I am sure I will be back to the restaurant eventually, but I am a bit concerned about their cooks' ability to cook a burger so it might not be for a bit!
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Spencer P.
Food - seriously everything I've tried on their menu - has been excellent. Been there at least a dozen or so times. Family friendly while also a good place to catch the game. Also love the place because I am an admitted beer snob - and this place has an amazing and extensive beer selection. While I'd love to see more support of the local breweries on the taps (Pipeworks, Spiteful, Lake Effect, Argus, DryHops, Church Street, some of Half Acres others besides Over Acre, Finch, Begyle and Temperance), I still can't complain about the overall selection and quality. Over the past several years though, they have consistently raised their beer prices to close to $7/beer now. With those prices, I'd expect to be in the bleachers watching the Cubs lose. It's definitely impacted my attendance frequency. However, when I do go back the place is still consistently packed and the food and beer is always good. They also seem to have had the same bartenders for a long time too. All of whom provide great service and are super-friendly. Personal favorites there are the chicken nachos and Thai pizza during happy hour. Rice bowl is another fav as an entree. Mac and cheese is sick, but my cholesterol is teetering on 300 so I'll live vicariously thru others on that front.
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Chris S.
This outdoor mall seems like the perfect place for a Yard House, which is a higher end, casual spot. Being from Southern California, these are everywhere and this location rivals the rest. You'll get top-notch service and a menu large enough to capture everyone's taste. The most challenging part about coming here is choosing what to order. The menu is littered with exceptional items, nothing of which disappoints, and all of which are well priced for what you get. A perfect place to watch a game, head to for lunch, bring a date or for a special occasion.
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Krunal P.
In my previous review I did not do justice per say. This is by far the best place if you are looking for good beer selection and great food. Its pricey compared to other places but it comes with the neighborhood. Happy hour half price appetizers are great but still no drink specials. Only reason I am giving four stars because service in general has gone down. It takes at least 15-20mins to get a beer once you put the order in even on a slow day. Staff used to be much more knowledgeable about beer selection but now they just run back to blackboard and bring a list. I still go here and been going here for almost 8 years now. I love their brownie and gardien wings. on weekends if you are going there with big group call ahead otherwise you'll have to wait long.
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Alan B.
Had a mixed drink and it turned into a $9.75 glass of ice. Complained to bartender and he said, "thanks for the compliment". That really upset me so I asked for manager who very nicely said he would take care of me later and to ask for him. We shall see.
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George D.
Great ambience, good music, food was good.. Very crowded! But good experience after all. sat at the bar and bartender was attentive and even threw a couple of jokes.
I have been here several times over the past few years and have always found them to be very accommodating. Today was no exception! One of the managers (Frank) saw that I was in a bit of a hurry and the placed was packed so he offered to help. He got my order and placed it immediately after first sitting me at the bar with some ice water. The bartender (Lauren) is super efficient but she was swamped when I arrived and could not attend to me right away. The food is always excellent and the drinks are great. They have an extensive collection of crafts/ales/hard liquor. Great place for a quick bite and a drink or a nice sit down meal as well. If you don't like something, they are more than happy to get you something else. Always a good experience with this super staff!
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Ana R.
Ugh everything was so yummy! My boyfriend is a vegetarian and I was so excited to find a place he could also choose an entree that wasn't salad. They had a nice variety of vegetarian options. I hope to one day say I tried everything. Truffle fries and grilled artichoke are a must! Also love the variety of drink options. Seems like just an all around great place. Expect to wait if you go on a Saturday night but well worth it.
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Michael D.
Kids menu works. Parmasean crusted chicken in marsala wine saw didn't work so much for me. Atmosphere nice! Tables made of a material that feels sticky to the touch. Staff friendly and attentive!
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Walker A.
Excellent vegetarian options. Always busy on the weekends, but service is always fast and excellent. Parking can be difficult but the food is worth the effort.
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Kee V.
I think they key to Yardhouse is keeping your expectations in check. I've never found the food to be all that great but they have a few items I enjoy. They turkey pot pie isn't really a pot pie but it's still very good. Big chunks of turkey, good amount of veggies and good gravy. It's my go to order if I really don't know what I want. I also like the french onion soup because it isn't salty like most places similar to Yardhouse. The beer selection is really the main draw and most of the time, everything is good. There have been a few instances where beers have tasted like old, wet rags though. If I had to guess, it probably has to do with uncleaned lines. The last time there, my wings were terrible. They were so soggy and arrived to the table lukewarm. I had one and didn't eat the rest. Our server, who was really great btw, saw that there was a problem and offered to replace it but I was so turned off by that one terrible wing, I politely declined. The place is always busy so they must be doing something right.
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Laylajane A.
Came here for lunch, I'd been hearing about it for awhile. I requested an vanilla milkshake (not on the menu) and the waitress whipped up a delicious one herself. I had planned on having a meal but the appetizers were so big, we didn't need any entrees. The hot wings were DELICIOUS as were the stacked onion rings. My pomegranate mojito was a bit sweet but still tasty. We left with our head filled with ideas for the next visit and our bellies full. The wait staff was phenomenal.
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Crystal K.
Yard house is definitely worth it during happy hour! Super inexpensive food. Wish they had better drink specials though
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Malen S.
Perfect family restaurant.. Very kid friendly and thats why we love this place.. They have something for everyone and the meal are very good & reasonably price. Love this place. Never disappoints!
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Kaylene W.
Have been here a few times. The bar is nice and spacious but the environment itself is extremely noisy! The food was decent but for the price of drinks and appetizers you can get a better deal for your money. May go back for a drink but don't see myself spending much time here.
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Corisa A.
First of all, we are repeat customers at yardhouse. We had a very nice experience tonight. When we ordered our food, the wrong dish came out. I don't know if it was the waiters fault, or a mixup in the kitchen. We weren't upset at all because mistakes happen. I have to say that the manager on duty tonight, Dan, handled the situation as a true professional. He went above and beyond to accommodate us and make us happy. Our waiter, Jose, was so attentive the entire night even tho the error was made. I believe that yard house truly cares about the customers experience. Everyone is so friendly. The food here is always delicious.
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Elle M.
Delicious food? Yes Great, cold drink choices? Yes Friendly servers? Yes Plenty of televisions? Yes What more could you want? We had the jambalaya and bacon burger. Both were super yummy!
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Ilya K.
Pretty sure the waitress we had was nuts. After already placing a food and drink orders she brought them to the table and told us that if we ordered off the happy hour menu our food and drinks would have been 1/2 off. Now that would have been great to know before we ordered, not after. When I asked what drinks were part of happy hour she told us that she could.not tell us and that we'd have to order them first. Now to me that sounds like you either dont know what your doing or your crazy. From the numerous awkward exchanges we had, it could have likely been both. Yard House, please get help for Tina.
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Aaron A.
House of a million beers. They proudly display all the kegs behind a window in this huge, yellowy-lit cooler room. I could look up and see all the lines leading to the monster tap monster behind the bar. It reminded me of the scary furnace in the basement in Home Alone, go watch it, you'll see what I mean. Beer is the thing here. As proof, the bartender made me a disgusting, watery Manhattan with big chunks of ice floating on top. Sad panda. Some delicious bourbon waited in barrels for years just to wind up in that travesty of a cocktail. Giant appetizers. It was around 10 p.m., just in time for late night happy hour, several appetizers were half price. We ordered a few items that included avocado, they were really generous with the avocado, love that. Since cocktails are a struggle, I decided to try a short glass of the house Belgian. It was fruity and malty and strong. It was enjoyable, I would have another. We got the popular trio for dessert. It was definitely three things. I liked them all equally. My dainty lady wife took one bite of each thing, then left me to devour them like a bear in a jam factory. Terrific. Two bear metaphors in one review, is that too much? I'm going to go scratch my back on a tree.
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Joelle S.
If you like beer... well, let's just say this is the UTOPIA of Beer Restaurants! You can order a "flight" of beer and tastings are all the rage. But I digress... I don't come here for the beer, I come here for the atmosphere and the food! Met up with friends last week to enjoy some good food and watch a little Olympic coverage on TV (of which there are multiples!!). Our server, Lauren, informed us that it was Appetizer Happy Hour, and showed us on the menu a number of appetizers that were 1/2 price until 6PM, Well, that is all we needed to know and the ordering began. We had about 6 or 7 different appetizers for the four of us. MooShu Egg Rolls were my absolute favorite! Blue Crab Cakes with mango papaya chutney, Hawaiian Poke Stack of raw ahi with crispy wontons, California Roll, Kung Pao Calamari with candied walnuts red peppers celery and carrots was served with jasmine rice. Just so much to enjoy and we certainly did! Our server was awesome and very attentive. Making sure that we were well taken care of and happy with our choices. We finished off with a mini trio sampler for dessert. Lemon Souffle, peach apple cobbler and a chocolate souffle. Can I just say, it was one of the best dessert samplers I've ever had... Next visit: Salter Caramel Butterscotch Pudding! If you are eating late: 10pm to close they have additional menu items just for you! My favorite being the Black Truffle Cheeseburger. They make the truffle cheese in house, to die for...
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Julia Q.
I am definitely a chain hater but this place is amazing for the two appetizers I get every time I go. The Ahi tuna is amazing and so is the spicy salmon roll (which is not really a roll). They are such random menu choices for a mostly american place but are not to miss!!! My only issue with this place is for some reason they do not take reservations so if you go on a friday or saturday night you can just forget it unless you want to wait upwards of an hour.
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Beth R.
Yard House earned an aggressive three stars on my visit. But Beth R., you say, how can a place be aggressively O.K.? Exactly. The menu is, as others have mentioned, huge. Por ejemplo, the pre-meal nibblies list has subsections: snacks and appetizers. Our group of six got two apps and a snack, and the appetizers were generous (I think there were 16 inches of onion rings) but the chips and guacamole was disproportionate -- too much guac, not enough chips. There are also burgers, sandwiches, salads, tacos, seafood, house specialties - the list goes on. There's a whole section for fake protein, called Gardein (TM). I chose the Gardein burger, believing it would be a homemade burger made from the ingredients listed (soy, wheat and pea proteins plus veggies and grains). If it was homemade and/or made from those ingredients, they fooled me. It was closest to a Boca Burger, and not at all veggie, crumbly, substantial or tasty. I also requested a wheat bun and got white, which brings me to my next point. The service is certainly warm enough, but 1) they do the thing where they don't write down your order, which always gives me gray hair, and 2) things...take...forever. The place is busy, and all hands are on deck at all times. That said, still prepare to spend some time waiting. Don't look at your watch, and do prepare a couple rounds of "Would You Rather" to play with your tablemates so you don't notice how long it's taking. One big thumb up for the Muzak - a classic rock mix heavy on the Stones, Steely Dan, Led Zeppelin and even The Who. (Who eats to The Who? People who don't know how to rock and spin their arm in windmill fashion, that's who.) But thumbs sideways for everything else.
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Melissa A.
Largest draft beer selection in the world, need I say more?! For a suburban area, this restaurant/bar is a good choice for dinner, happy hour, watching games or having drinks with friends. One of my favorite things about yard house is their select half-off appetizers and pizzas during happy hour (Mon-Fri 3-6pm, Sun-Thurs 10pm-11pm). You receive a ton of food for a cheap price. What more could you ask for? I have tried almost everything on their happy hour menu and you really can't go wrong (Yes, I realize this means I've come here one too many times haha) One of my favorite entrees from their menu is the pepper crusted gorgonzola burger. Be warned that it is very peppery but if you love pepper like me, then it'll be delicious! Staff and bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable so feel free to ask questions about drinks/menu!
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Jess F.
First time here and will not be back! Food was bland and was not good quality. Prices are outrageous and if you are paying that price, you are thinking it will be good. WRONG! What a disappointment!
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Marjorie B.
Consistent good food. I'm always amazed the amount of business they do. I tend to eat the same things...always tastes the same. My entire family loved The Yard House! Highly recommend
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Jen W.
Went to Yard House to celebrate for an anniversary. We got there pretty late but to a pleasant surprise the happy hour menu was in effect. We ordered jambalaya pasta, truffle fries, Hawaiian poke stack, and shrimp lobster garlic noodles. When we got out food, the server brought out some entree called chicken bowl, which we did not order. I told the server right away and she took it away to double check. Then the manager came right after to apologize and bring the right menu. It was served within minutes! They even offered ice cream on the house. Lobster was so fresh it melted in my mouth. Jambalaya was tangy and full of flavor. Overall, plenty of meat and awesome menu. the House ipa beer was crisp and refreshing. It was one of those beers that go perfectly at late night. The honey blonde was tangy and also had the right level of sweetness.
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Dan B.
Is the Yard House a good place for lunch with your 86 your old grandmother? F'yea it is! I've been here a few times now, usually in the evenings when the place is popping but lunch is a bit more subdued. I went with my lovely grandmother here for lunch and was served with nothing but awesome. Our waitress Jen was both attentive and knowledgeable. My gosh, how I wish every woman knew beer like her! I had the fish and chips, my grandmother the cheddar bacon burger--both of us very happy. I'd like to say I've tried other things from the menu but those gosh darn fish and chips are so good I'd feel regret to go without having them. Seriously, if I I always got service like this I'd stop cooking for myself and probably be bankrupt but at least ridiculously satisfied. This is the first place in my life I've went and called to speak to management about how fantastic they are, and they are. The staff deserves it, they are excellent and that makes or breaks a business. Thanks Jen and the Yard House for a wonderful afternoon!
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Chris M.
This place is good for the huge tap beer selection they have, about 100 on tap. When it first opened, we were astonished by the endless number of taps that circle around the bar. The excitement pretty much stops here. This place is either a bit on the teenie bopper side or on the snooty "I just paid 100 bucks to golf at the Glen" crowd. For the suburbs, this place is hard to have conversation, and since it's one big room of concrete and stainless steel everywhere, it's hard for groups to conversate. I had some jamiacan jerk chicken wings that were okay, and a turkey burger (I'm training for the marathon, people. Gotta eat somewhat healthy). The sandwich was pretty decent, but certainly the prices weren't ($10.25 for the burger w/ fries). So, all in all, the food here is not worth the trip out. The beer is about all you can say about it. They used to have a Monday Night Football special where every pint was $2-3 bucks. Not sure if they do that anymore. If anyone knows, spread the word.
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John C.
Went the day after Thanksgiving so it was very busy but that is still no excuse for the rude service our party of 10 received from our server. A few people had just arrived when others left, and we all continued to order drinks, but he brought the check and asked us to settle up after hovering a while. Without decent service a place like this is nothing.
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Natalie H.
Best beer selection in the burbs! Since it was a lovely evening, we were able to take advantage of the outdoor seating. There are heat lamps on the patio as well which were adjusted based on the weather. Towards the end of the evening the staff turned one up to accommodate the cold coming in. I had a delicious grilled cheese with tomato soup and great service. I will be back.
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Eui Jeong K.
Ordered the lobster garlic noodles. Only issue was i got a couple tiny pieces of the shell in my meal.
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Glenn D.
Go for half price apps or don't complain about the prices The service has always been good at worst. I think people that have had bad service asked for it. Julia A. --- The people that came in after you were paged when it was their turn. We have been known to take the pager down to the Red Star (now closed) and have a beer there while we wait. If you like beer, get the sampler with 6 types. If your real lucky, and your there Thursday afternoon when they change the 6 for the week, you will get to try 12 different beers. (happened to me once). Can get a little loud with the lousy acoustics. Lots of tv's, pretty kid friendly and food quality is decent. Outside patio is very nice in good weather. GD
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Christina C.
The waitress we had was horrible and very rude to us. To top it off we found a dead fly in our lettuce wrap! -____-
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Steve K.
I love the food, atmosphere, and beer selection. The service is generally OK, but they are extremely crowded on Friday's/Saturday's so it can be a little slow. Food: The Hawaiian burger is fantastic. I've also had the Mac and Cheese, which has truffle sauce and comes off a little too strong. But, the avocado chicken sandwich was great too. Beer: The bar has over 100 beers on tap in a huge variety. I usually go for the Hefeweizens, which they have a great selection of. My wife loves that they have Framboise (a fruity beer). Atmosphere: Yard House is extremely loud when it's packed, and it's been packed every time I've been there. Reminds me more of a restaurant in the city, but more spacious. Area: Parking isn't bad, you have to go in the parking garage, but sounds like they have valet now. I haven't been since this started. The Glen is a nice area to take a walk at night, but not much nightlife besides the theater next door. I have to talk off a star because they don't take reservations. Otherwise, this would be a great birthday dinner spot for a group. A party of 2-4 will often wait a good 30-45 minutes for a table if you get there 6ish on a Friday night (so, not terrible) but at least the beer keeps you occupied while you wait. It's a good idea to call ahead and check what the wait is, especially if you have a larger party.
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Amelia W.
As everyone has mentioned, the beer selection is fantastic. I love that the beers are categorized in the menu by type -- all of the red ales are together, all of the bocks are together, etc. It makes exploration of the extensive beer list much easier. As far as I can tell, most pints are in the $6 range, which isn't bad for a good beer. I've been here twice (once at the bar, once in the restaurant) and the service has been excellent both times. They were happy to answer questions, give recommendations, were very friendly and attentive without being overbearing. They struck up conversations as appropriate but still did their job professionally. I can't think of a better word to describe the service than "excellent." There is a unique mix of food on the menu -- can't categorize it as just "American" or "Asian" or anything. I felt that I got my money's worth the first time I ate there... the most recent time seemed fairly expensive for what we actually got. I also found it a little bit difficult to pick something to eat, since most menu items have an unexpected twist of some sort. (Maybe I need to be more adventurous!) Overall, I'd recommend it.
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Allison E.
Pretty standard American restaurant fare. The menu is huge so everyone is bound to find something they like. I went with a burger and it was delicious.Nothing seemed over-the-top exciting or interesting but it was all completely serviceable. Our waitress was great and almost too attentive. It was a little on the loud side, but all in all, a solid time.
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Isabelle L.
Definitely a place to go to for happy hour (from 3 to 6 PM Monday through Friday) when most of the appetizers are half price. Food is certainly of quality and well presented. The place is a bit pricey though. The appeal: a lot a lot a lot of beer on tap to choice from. Go for the beer.
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Victor L.
Medium burger = well done. Small portion. Poor service. Yard house has gone downhill.
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Sabrina B.
Yardhouse doesn't take reservations. The patio is a decent size in the summer. Wide range of food and drink menu.
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Greg M.
The massive beer list is a draw, but the food is really, really good, too. Seems just a bit pricey, but the hamburgers and entrees are enjoyable. I recommend the truffle fries. With those alone, you'll be back.
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Gwynne R.
This restaurant is located in the Glen, and I went with two coworkers around 1:30 in the afternoon. When we walked in, the host and hostess were on the phone and didn't so much as look at us. Then, the hostess got off the phone and immediately got another call and got back on the phone instead of helping us. OOOOOKay!? Another hostess came up and sat us. Despite my initial bad impression of the place, given by the front desk, the rest of my experience here was great. Our server was friendly, funny and attentive without being annoying. Our food came out fast and was delicious. I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato basil soup. WOW. It was like three different kinds of cheeses, crusty bread, and creamy soup. Amazing. I also had the onion ring tower, which is sprinkled with parmesan cheese and served w/ chipotle and ranch sauce. Also reallllly good! My coworkers had a buger and the crab cake hoagie and they said their food was excellent too. Not to mention....the Pomegranite martini. Yes, I do have a small obesssion. The one here is PERFECTION. Too bad I went here on my lunch break because I could have downed 3 or 4 instead of just one. I would give it 5 stars but the hosts were wack and it is overpriced. Overall, I would definitely recommend Yard House if you are out in the 'burbs.
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Amy L.
Not bad. Came here on a weekend night and it was quite busy. I believe we had to wait about an hour. We had a big group of 9. The only negatives I had was it's very loud in there so the booth we sat in was quite big that you got to raise your voice a bit to talk to one another. The other negative was the price, a bit high for me. I ordered the margherita pizza, can't usually go wrong there, it was good. We shared nachos, which was excellent. Everybody pretty much liked their food. They had a huge beer selection. The waitress knew her stuff too and recommended what is now my hubby's favorite beer. Two of our gals shared a Yard glass drink which is what they're known for: glasses that are a yard in height. They said it was watered down though unfortunately so maybe not worth it.
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Shira G.
I have been here before and it was ok, but boy has this place gone downhill. Food came cold, they got 2/4 orders wrong so we ate at different times, charged us extra for things even though we couldn't get the items that came with the meal, waitress double charged credit card and still waiting for this to be cleared up... won't be going here again!
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Adam W.
Found this place by accident when i got lost...and totally glad i did because its an awesome restaurant. Beer list, well its not even a list, its a declaration of we know our shit. They have something like 115 beers ON TAP, yes ON TAP. God knows what that looks like in the BOH with all those lines and kegs (which i would actually like to see). The food is actually really good too. They are always busy, but the restaurant is huge so wait is usually no longer than 10 minutes if that. The area that it is in is quite nice as well...shopping area and what not. Check it out if you are in the area. The bill for 2 with apps, entrees, drinks, and a few more drinks was like 60 bucks...so totally affordable.
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Mark e.
Well this place really is overpriced , slow service, the managers never ever around to tables. I do not understand why they are busy, I really don't spending all this money I 1.should get better service 2. The egos of the servers is that I am nothing them. 3. Managers really are never around to help.4 I would rather have the hussars wait on me I saw them more. I really don't say this about restaurants since I my self am " in the business" This place really does suck!please stay a way, boycott, over over priced. Smaller portions the last few times! Pushy servers they become mad because you don't want to order right away. I as a manager would never have this happen , it is bad / worse management style . They are very lazy they should run the door, not the hosts they do not greet you they just tell you how long the wait is, then give you this buzzer and user quote. The older bearded bartender should get some manners from the bus staff!! This place can be great it comes down the manager style it SUCKS never ever again!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Cupcake S.
I go here all the time....never had a bad meal! My two favorites are the mac and cheese and the grilled cheese. Whenever I try something new, I'm always pleased with the food!
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Jeannie T.
It's kind of a haul for us, but we like to go to the Yard House a few times a year or so. Tons and tons of beer on tap, which makes the hubby happy. I really like their mac and cheese! I got a burger once - it was ok, but admittedly, I'm not a huge burger fan. If you like beer, you need to go at least once!
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Vishal P.
Great selection...and the bar tenders know what they are talking about!!!
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Ngoc H.
Tons of beer on draft and half off appetizers on weekends from 3-6pm? I'm definitely there! Everything on the appetizer menu is great, well aside from the wings, I've had better, but none the less they're still good. The Mac and cheese is phenomenal and the fried chicken is beyond heavenly. The NY strip steak is huge! It came out perfect. If you're not a big beer fanatic, try the woodchucks pear cider, it's sparkly and very lite, almost like sprite or 7up. The garlic noodles are surprisingly very good. Parking is abundant and service was wonderful, very knowledgeable staff. Fun place for a big group.
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Grace L.
I always have a nice time here. Good food, great company, and love the outdoor seating.
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Chris D.
the only place I can get sea dog blueberry wheat ale.
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Jake M.
I went here with my family yesterday and was slightly disappointed. This place kinda reminded me of a Hard Rock Cafe. My BBQ Bacon Cheddar burger was very good as were the fries. All the burgers come with a garlic aiola that was very good, especially when dipping the fries into it. Despite this, my friends fish was way to thick, tough, and not blackened at all. The restaurant had great service and the manager was happy to replace the fish with a new meal.
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Christine P.
This place has an insane number of beers on tap!!! (and I think I remember someone once telling me they had the most out of any other restaurant in the states?) Don't be intimidated by the selection. We asked our waiter a few questions in picking a beer and he was very knowledgeable and we ended up really liking the ones we got. (so many of them...i can't remember the name. hehe!) Also, for something a little different, try one of the beer floats. We got the chocolate one and it was really good!!! Their food is also pretty good although it can be a little pricey. The best time to go is during their happy hour. (Between 3-6pm on M-F) Appetizers are half off and almost all the ones I've tried tasted really good and were large enough portions to be a full meal. (Between me and my bf, we ordered 3 appetizers and had enough left over to take home.) The area is really nice too if you want to walk around before or afterwards. Parking can be a little hard sometimes and you might have to settle for one of the parking garages behind the building and walk a little bit.
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Lauren H.
Since I live close to this place, sometimes this is one of the restaurants that is suggested. I want to love it but it's just OK in my book. Lately we've been coming for happy hour which is probably the only reason I'd come here because it's half off on certain food..Other than that, to me I don't think it's worth paying the big bucks unless your really hungry!
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Todd M.
I would visit the Yardhouse again for their wide variety of beers on tap. I counted over 100 draft beers available. I enjoyed the Robert the Bruce by Three Floyds Brewing Company. I should point out that we had an appetizer (I believe it was a spinach dip) that was nothing to write home about, but I would go back solely for the great beers.
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Alan R.
I absolutely hate chains. Whenever I am with someone that wants to go to Chili's, Applebee's or Bennigan's I grimace and put up as much of a fight as I can to avoid it. That said, Yardhouse is way better than that. It is a bit expensive for what it is. Everything I have had here is excellent. As with most chains, they have an extensive menu. The menu is also innovative, unlike the aforementioned chains. The Pizza is very good as are their burgers. Surprisingly, the Shashimi was also good. The beer list is the best I have seen including over 100 Beers on Tap. Don't miss the 3-6 and 10-11pm happy hours with half price appetizers.
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Krystle S.
This place is great. The appetizers are phenomenal and if you're a beer person, you'll fall in love with the large beer selection. The servers are very friendly and attentive. Make sure you take advantage of their Happy Hour deals on appetizers and pizzas. Call ahead seating is highly recommended. It gets packed on Friday and Saturday nights so make sure to give yourself enough time to call ahead. This place is great for group dinners and kids.
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Bobby D.
This is one of my favorite bars. With almost one hundred beers on tap, how can you go wrong? The food is pretty darn good to and in you can catch a movie after dinner or vise vest. A little pricey but you are paying for a very nice atmosphere too.
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J P.
I love the location and it was so beautiful to walk around The Glen in the winter. To start, the Hostess in the front was very nice, we didn't have a reservation and it was packed, we had to wait around 25 minutes. We wanted to go look around but couldn't bring that..flashy thing with us. She marked us down as if we had called in for a reservation at that time so that we were able to look around. When we got back we were seated right away. It was packed because there was a very good bulls game on. We had a very cute waitor as well haha! We asked about the lobster/crab dip and he said it was awesome, per his recommendation we got it and it was good. We also ordered the organic tomato bisque and turkey sliders which were both soooooo delicious, I especially loved the soup and the fries that came with the sliders! it was a nice cozy place and they also had so many beers to choose from. Also their menu was sooo extensive I was wanting to order everything. I will just have to go back in order to try all the things I wanted!
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John D.
If you were to ask 100 people about yard house I would bet 50 say they love this place and will swear by it and the other 50 think its over rated and not worth the money. I fall into the latter. Yard House is expensive for what it is. Wide arrange of different cuisines, bar foods, and beers. The beer selection is huge, but every time I have gone in and asked for a specific beer they didn't have it or they were "out of it." It was not like I asked for something obscure either. If you are looking to try this place go during happy hour when appetizers are half off otherwise its not worth your money unless you are a beer aficionado.
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Meg S.
Food is good here, but it's difficult to hold a conversation if you're not a loud talker----very very noisy. Cool menu and good beer though!
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Carolynne M.
The absolute nicest looking restaurant in the Glen, and I have seen inside all of them except for maybe one. Went in to grab a quick bite before a movie. We were a bit shocked at the lunch prices, but after the food arrived we could see why. The portions were VERY large, but excellently presented and really good! BF had the french onion soup and caesar salad. Both got the thumbs-up. I had the clam chowder - really good too and loaded with big chunks of clam & potato. I also ordered the chilled edamame. Fantastic! They came with just a touch of kosher salt and I couldnt stop eating them, they were that good. mmmm. Too bad we were there so early in the day, as the beer selection looked very interesting. We will definitely be back.
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Shivali D.
I've been to Yard House a couple of times now but I'm reviewing it for my most recent visit. So they don't take reservations... And even though it's a large facility that has many many tables (plus seasonal patio) theres always a wait! They do allow you to call ahead but in my opinion that doesn't mean much because you have to wait anyways. The wait is worth it for the food though! I'm a huge fan as YH caters to vegetarians with their Gardein features. I've tried the BBQ chicken pizza and wings off of their in the past both of which were good! This time I ordered a burger but i wasn't a fan of the burger they used, it had a weird after taste. My friends ordered the chicken strips which they liked but I wasn't a fan, and another friend ordered the Mac and cheese which she thought was great. The drinks were great and the fact that they allow you to sample beer is pretty sweet! YH is awfully pricey and I love it for the veggie options but my meat eater friend doesn't find it worth the money, maybe only once in a while. Overall service was good and attentive. I love the Glen do that speaks for the environment. Also Via Gelato is right across which is a huge plus so I say skip desert and grab some Gelato instead!
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steve l.
Great beer. Food can be very good or not good. They need someone to pay attention to the dishes as the leave the kitchen.....
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Lauren D.
Stranded in the suburbs? Stop at Yard House! One of only a few places that stays open pretty late. Yard House is a cool place to hang out and can satisfy 99% of its customers. Although service can be lacking and sometimes nonexistent, their beer selection is unbeatable (we're talking Delirium on tap) and their appetizers will soothe even the saltiest of cravings. (Try the onion tower, spinach/artichoke dip, edemame, calamari...) The crowd is typically younger, 21 - 40. Accomodates large groups easily, and there are televisions at every angle. Also, really good music always playing. The menu is considerably extensive, including everything from pricey steaks and seafood to cheaper burgers, pizzas and pastas. I'd recommend the Hawaiian burger.
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Gerry G.
First, don't go necessarily expecting the best service. Some of their staff are excellent--DJ (or TJ?) in particular, and Adam are both great servers and are very enthusiastic. We've had plenty of below average experiences too, but the great beer selection (about 100 on tap,) the good food, and the Monday Night Football and Happy Hour specials keep us coming back. During Monday Night football, they serve "almost" half price beer, and half priced appetizers. They also do a happy hour of half priced appetizers only. There's a limited late night reduced price appetizer list as well. Don't miss the chicken nachos and the quite spicy Thai pizza. Incidentally, once I had a problem with the restaurant not honoring a promotion and wrote a letter to the management company. They handled it wonderfully and ended up more than making up for the mishap.
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Martin M.
Ok food, nothing to brag about. Average service, with a very sticky floor. Been here a couple times, but thats because of friends. Not a big fan.
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Scott H.
This place isn't close to home but I have visited twice and would go back again. It isn't cheap but the beer selection is great and the food is good. I have had the bernaise sliders, they are delicious and big enough to split between 2 people. They have you typical bar fare along with some classier entrees so it's the best of both worlds. The place has been jam packed both times but the service wasn't hindered one bit, which is a huge plus.
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Derek G.
I wasn't really sure what to expect at this upscale bar and grill. However, I am happy to report that my experience was great. Yard House is tucked away within the confines of the Glenn. It is in essence Bar Louie if Bar Louie made a lot of money and lived in Winnetka.
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Christine P.
How can you go wrong with around 100 different kinds of beer on tap??? Almost everything I've had here for food (and beer!) has been outstanding. This usually ends up being the meeting place for my friends and I when we have about seven of us together, and the waiters are always great with us. The mixed drinks and martinis are also pretty good. If there's a wait, though, there are better places to check out. It's just most of them aren't in the Glen!
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Abhist D.
So...what you hear about this place is SOOOO true. This is my wife's new bar of choice and she'd been begging me to go with her for the longest time. I had been by the Glen a couple times but had never actually gone in. When I walked in there, I wasn't too impressed. It was just like any other bar. But then I saw the beer menu and I literally popped my cherry! They have 110 beers on tap...110!!! If you don't believe me, check out the link below and even you'll be blown off your feet! yardhouse.com/files/beer… The food is, surprisingly, pretty damn good, albeit a little overpriced. But the first time we went there, we met up with a few friends and just had drinks and appetizers, some of the best calamari I've ever had (WARNING: if you're with a date, or plan on hooking up and making out...be sure to bring gum because the calamari is laced with garlic seasoning). The second time we went back, I got the (Mac+Cheese) 2. Its pasta with chedder and parmesan, roasted chicken, applewood smoked bacon, and wild mushrooms. I enjoyed the meal, although I thought the bacon was a bit hard for my taste. Overall, this place is the haven for the Beer Gods......a Mount Olympus that us lowly mortals who love beer can readily enjoy! (oh, and they have happy hour from 3-6 with half price appetizers!)
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Jessica O.
Ahhhhhh, the glory of over 100 beers on tap. Where to begin? Most importantly, don't go here for good unless it is happy hour during the week or late night on the weekends... I really wouldn't order anything other than appetizers or starter salads of the menu, since it is a bit pricey... but as soon as those specials kick in... WORTH it! I love the moo-shoo egg rolls, the sliders (get em with onion straws... so good), the onion rings, the lettuce wraps, and the nachos (THEY'RE HUGE!). I wouldn't so much recommend the calamari, or the spicy tuna...I've had mixed experiences. The beers are great, most of the servers are wonderful, and it is a fun place for ladies to get together (martinis as well) and for guys to get together (lots of flat-screen plasmas around the place). Overall... a great place pre or post movie! Open till midnight, 1 am on Saturdays.
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Elizabeth C.
Food and service was really great. No complaints.
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Stephanie E.
The food was pretty good. Good fresh fish, NY Strip with garlic mash potatoes was awesome. However, our server Craig was probably the best part. He was extremely accomendating and knowledgable. There was not one thing he recommended for us that wasn't good.
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Terri L.
$16.25 for macaroni and cheese??? Really???? I ordered the "Mac and cheese squared" which is macaroni with bacon bits and mushrooms in it. yes, $16.25!! The food was just so-so. It was not worth nearly what I paid. If money is no object, this may not be objectionable. But there are so many truly good dining choices in Glenview and the surrounding areas, I will be making different choices in the future!!
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Brian L.
This is the spot in Glenview! I love Yardhouse, this place is huge! They have a huge beer menu and I mean HUGE! Their apple woodchuck beer is very delicious I totally recommend it and they serve it in an amazing high glass! Their food is just as good, I ordered the cob salad and it was heaven! The service is wonderful may I add. I would definitely come again.
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Dheeraj R.
Excellent food. Great service even when they are busy. Awesome beer selection.
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Eliza M.
This place has over 100 beers on tap so it's always fun to take someone here who would get a kick out of that (like my brother, brother-in-law). It's also a chance to try some beer that you otherwise wouldn't. The food was decent but maybe a little overly priced. And I recall the music being quite loud but at least it was good music (classic rock).
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Gail C.
What more can I say about a place that has 130 beers on tap, except awesome? The bar which is in the middle of the restaurant wraps around with plenty of tv's available for viewing sports events. Very open and airy. The avocado and swiss burger is very good. The fries are salt and pepper encrusted and excellent. Thin and semi crispy, yum! Happy hours are from 3-6pm where appetizers are half off: some of the great app's are: Seared Ahi sashimi, and Jamaican wings. For entree's try the porcini encrusted halibut or pepper encrusted filet. The desserts are a bit pricey and nothing special.
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Jerry W.
I like it even though it is over-priced and borders on having a "mall restaurant" feel. Staff is average, food is above average, prices are above average and the ambiance is good. A good choice if you are going to a movie. Over time the Glen has gone downhill in my estimation from a nice destination to a teenage hangout. Nonetheless, Yard House is a good place to get some food when in the area.
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David B.
Yard House sometimes doesn't take reservations, and it gets really crowded. Be prepared to stand by the front door or the bar area for a little while. However, the bar area is large enough -- a giant circle -- that you can easily stand in small groups waiting there. The televisions are not a focal point of the restaurant, but you can see them anywhere in the place. I swear they must have 100 beers on tap here, including lots of things that will be tough to find at other restaurants. The food is also very good -- the "sliders" appetizer was surprisingly nothing like White Castle sliders except in appearance and then teriyaki ribs were unique and really well-cooked. Entrees range from the cheap -- sandwiches, pizza, and burgers at $10 -- to the expensive with seafood and steaks topping near $30. The location is really nice, too, because of the pseudo-downtown feel of the street. Parking is available down the whole street, and there's also a garage near the middle of the strip. I suppose it's probably a closer feel to Old Orchard Mall than Clark St, but it's still nice to see the effort. You can walk out of the restaurant and have several other bars, coffee shops, or dessert places to choose from.
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Brenda D.
The food is fine but make sure you check you bill. We were told about a wrong special talked to manager said they would fix it but their solution was cheap then I complained agian only to make them honor what the waiter told us and it took forever but they finally honored the mistakes. They do have good gluten free options. Lots of beer but overpriced.
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walter M.
I've eaten here around 15 times because I live in Glenview and it's kid friendly at lunch time on the weekends. Here are my issues: *Service is pretty average, nobody really cares about going above and beyond, the check is always late and after they drop it off, they take a long time to come back and get it. If you have kids, they have no sensitivity to speed. *Menu is over-engineered. There are 5-6 different things going on with every dish and I've tried everything from the sushi (which is horrible) to the turkey burger (which is mushy at best). *Kid-friendly place, but they have horrible kid cups (lids come off very easily), don't have straws that can bend, and serve adult food on the kid menu. Chicken fingers are beer battered, and once you start cutting em up, all the breading falls off and you're left with a slimy pile of chicken that isn't really that good. I keep going and ordering different menu items i n the hope that I can find something I can get every time, but have yet to find it. A few more tries and I'll be out of options. Go if you just want to get an average burger and good beers. Do not go if you like good food and aren't drinking.
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Brad C.
Super beer selection. The amount of beers on tap is great. Hopleaf may have a ton of beers but they aren't all on tap. The food is pretty decent. If you can, go for Monday night football, even if you don't like football they have some great specials that day.
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Vick C.
I went there with my boyfriend for late dinner after my class, I really think that's a good place for late night since they have 1/2 off of their appetizer menu after 10pm, we ordered a Thai spicy chicken pizza for only 6 dollars, and it's huge! Beer still good from tap and I really have nothing can complaint!
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Albert C.
Wow, some pretty harsh reviews. =p Sure, it's not great but it's not *that* bad either. One of my college/grad school friends works and lives in the northern suburbs, so the Glen ends up being a convenient meeting place whenever I'm back in town. Invariably, we usually find ourselves at The Yardhouse, which isn't bad for what it is, a corporate chain. Prices are a little higher than I'd hope for out in the 'burbs, but then again, I'm looking at from the perspective of a cash-strapped resident physician. Portions are average to above-average, though nowhere as bountiful as Cheesecake Factory. I have to admit that I'm a fan of the ahi crunchy salad. The appetizers are an ok value during happy hour when they're half off, but not worth it when they're full price. $11 for 2 crab cakes? Come on. Since I'm not a big fan of alcohol, I'll leave the commentary on their selection to other, more experienced Yelpers.
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Aubrey R.
We went here after running some errands on Saturday and we were pleasantly surprised. The place was very busy, but we were able to get a table after waiting only 5 minutes. Our server was very pleasant, she asked us for our drink order and asked us if we had been there before. We told her it was our first time and that the menu was overwhelming. There were so many things to choose from, everything sounded so good. She gave us some suggestions. We ended up getting the calamari, wings and a grilled cheese but instead of tomato soup, I wanted the french onion. We also got a side of fries. The place was really busy, so it took about 20 minutes for us to get our food which was fine. I do not like calamari at all, not my thing. I've tried it a few times and it always has been rubbery to me. I tried it and it was crispy and tasted pretty good, but still, I could only try one bite. My boyfriend enjoyed his wings. They were all the drumstick part. He said they were really tasty. My grilled cheese was good. I had it with bacon and it was crispy, the bread had parm cheese on it making a nice crust on the outside of the bread. I'm a picky eater, so I took the blue cheese out that they had and I also asked for a side of honey mustard. The server remembered. Usually servers get my order wrong because I'll put this and that on the side or take things out. The french onion soup is also really good. For subbing instead of tomato soup, had to pay a buck extra. The fries were shoestring fries, but they were kind of breaded. Good fries. The server came around quite a bit to check on us even though she had a ton of tables and she always came to refill our drinks. We want to come back again to try the mac and cheese with bacon and also the swordfish. I hope they open up one of these in the city. Very good and it would be a local hang out for us.
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Ann Y.
Went here for a late lunch and I really enjoyed it. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. I really liked how the put sugar around the lemonade glass. What a nice touch! I had a chicken enchilada stack and it was HUGE and tasty. I would definitely get it again. I also tried the chicken nachos which were quite good (and 1/2 off becuase we went before 6:00 on a week day). My dad had the mac and cheese squared which was yummy and my mom had the orange chicken which she liked. This place remindes me of cheesecake factory a bit but with way better service and more personal touches.
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Christian H.
The Yardhouse has a fantastic selection of beer. Being a lover of beer, all I can say is they need not do much more. However, they do. There are several items on the menu that go great with beer, including the sliders (i like the classic vs. the Bearnaise), boneless chicken and mash, and the jambalaya (which is creamier than traditional recipes, but good). Their steak is not top quality, but if you are looking for good steak at this place - that is your mistake. Chicago has lots of good steak places. This place is good for beer and bar food that is a bit better than most.
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Y.D. K.
Great place to go to for a wide selection of beers, I think more than 50 that are on tap and ready for the pouring, but I think its definitely more than 100...You can also have a Miller Lite or a Budweiser for the ones who are too scared to try something different. YH also have mixed drinks as well as mixed beers too, and then food is also availbale which is quite good. Despite the great features available at the bar and kitchen, it is EXPENSIVE. $20 will take you for a couple of beers, maybe three, but to eat more or try other beers/drinks will run you quite a large bill. Also, despite having a big bar area and lots of chairs and tables, it is often more than 80% full. Still, bonus points for the large amount of beers to try/drink; penalty for the stiff bill, but then again, its The Glen and it is all expensive. Can't find parking on the street - if you can stand walking a block or two, a free garage is nearby. Also, go for the half or yard glasses of your choice of beverage - quite an interesting way to drink your poison!
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JL S.
I met up with two friends that I haven't seen in a really long time at Yard house. I arrived first and they were running late so I asked for a table and they said it would be a 40 minute wait. 25 minutes later I was seated, before my friends even got there! I asked the waiter what he recommended. He said the (Mac + Cheese)^2 and the Chicken Enchilada Stack. But I really wanted a burger so I got the BBQ Bacon Cheddar burger. It was realllly good. The fries were okay. My friends are both vegetarians and got things they enjoyed, so it was awesome. I started my meal with dessert, the Young's Double Chocolate Stout float. If you haven't had one before, like me, it will blow your mind. I ended my meal with the House Belgian Triple. It was a GREAT beer!
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Leocris L.
i love coming here because of the drink selection. you'll have a hard time figuring out what to get, which could be good or bad. the bar is smack dab in the middle, and a good size. however, good luck finding a spot on fri or sat nights. it may be a tight squeeze. the food is great. but pricey. i did get pretty sick from the spinach dip, and since then have had a fear of it. that was my only bad experience.
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Katie M.
A group of 6 of us went to The Yard House. this group of people, or at least most of us, go out weekly to drink beer and socialize. We intended to get there for happy hour to save on food and spend more on beer. I will say - they have a great beer menu which is organized really well. We arrived about 1 - 2 minutes after happy hour ended. When I inquired if we could still get the happy hour 1/2 price appetizers, the not-so-nice hostess said no we were too late. OK, yes we were late - by a minute or two, but first,she was not at all nice about it (I had even called to see if we could place an order over the phone as we were stuck in traffic and was told no). Second, as I explained to her, we were a fairly large group, old enough to know "good" beer, ready to order at least a few beers per person, ready to eat to cover the beer, and old enough to appreciate good service and tip well. In my opinion, the hostess could have at least been nicer about the whole situation. I think making 6 NEW customers should be a priority.....there are far too many other really good beer places in the area now. I hope it was worth it to the Yard House to lose 6 future customers......When here are that many beer places to choose from, it can come down to how the customer is treated.
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Gabriel T.
The best Pepper jack cheeseburger I ever ate. The food so far is fantastic. I ordered for pick up and I made sure to request ketchup (Which they never gave) I also ordered soup and they never supplied me with a spoon. That's the only reason I took one star off, otherwise it would have gotten 5 stars.
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Andrea C.
Great atmosphere and an amazing bar love the bear list and martinis. The service is great and the food is good however it is very heavy with salt and oil.
(3)
Paul H.
Racist manager fired. good food and drink
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constantine a.
Just not a fan. Food isn't that bad (which is why i gave two stars) but the price tag that goes with the food is extreme. Huge restaurant and nice outdoor patio, but the price doesn't make me want to come back.
(2)
M. K.
Waited 45 minutes for our meal...which was a bunless burger and buttered noodles for the kids. Apologetic but did nothing to make up for it. Will not go there again
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Patty D.
Love love love this place... I used to work around the way from here and it's a great addition to Glenview - Go during the week when you can get 1/2 priced appetizers (until 5:30 or 6:00 pm - I can't remember) which include sashimi, sliders, nachos, Hand Rolls, hand tossed pizzas, wings and more... the martinis are nice and strong. I've been there with friends who are beer lovers and they mentioned there's an incredible variety of beers... I'm more of a vodka and wine drinker so I don't know any better with the beer thing... It's a nice atmosphere and worth the stop - if you are on the North Shore. Did I mention I love this place???
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David S.
My wife and I went here before we met our son. We have been talking about going back but the early bedtime makes it difficult, but we shall return!!! I enjoyed the spirits and she watched. We both enjoyed the Happy Hour appetizers. We were able to order 5 items for less then the price of two entrees!!! What a deal!!!
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Theresa K.
Yard House is located at "The Glen" a ritzy area dedicated to food, shopping and entertainment. I have dined here a handful of times and have never been disappointed. The atmosphere is huge with ample space both inside and in their outside seating area. The service is great; the servers are very knowledgeable about the items on the menu and the plentiful of beer on hand. Go here if just for the beer choices. I'm happy to say that the Yard House is vegetarian friendly. Yes, there are around 10 unique and delicious items on the menu. However, I have ordered the tomato bisque soup, salads, and of course the mac 'n cheese. You have to order the mac 'n cheese. I opt out of the bacon and chicken and it's still satisfying enough. Next time, I'd like to try some of their vegetarian dishes which are made with Gardiena products. They sound heavenly. I would check this place out if you're in the neighborhood and looking for some hearty, delicious bar food.
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Saumil J.
One of the best places to enjoy classic rock, good food, sports, and a wide variety of beers on tap. Over 100 beers should quench the salavating needs that a grown adult requires. The food is well above average if you're seeking a good family environment. The price can be slightly above average, but it is manageable.
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WIndow S.
extensive menu with something for everyone who loves beer, meat or fake meat (lots of Gardien psuedo chicken options). Rushed impersonal service, but in a very busy location - always a wait for tables. Servers toss plates on the table, not necessarily to right person. Boxed up leftover crabcakes but left behind all the sauce and salad and garnished we had wanted. Pretty pricey for what it is (I guess California prices, since chain is based there), especially when half your leftovers are left behind.
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Greg B.
ok, place to stop for brew, food used to be better 4 years ago . dont like stuff rotation good peaople got moved to other locations. new crew not train well enough . still recommended for qiuck lunch
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Happy M.
My family use to go to the Yard house a lot mostly on weekends. Sometimes we had to wait for a long time but we did not care since most of the time the food was pretty good. Like the Asian sea bass, Lobster pasta or surf and turf burger, but I have to admit that the service is not as good as it use to be..Wait stuff is a little disappointing, I have noticed that few times already with couple of servers. I think the management needs to pay more attention and retrain people... There is a lot of waiters wondering around but no one really cares.. Last time we waited 20 minutes before anyone noticed us..and the restaurant was not busy .. Not sure if we want to go back.
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kavan s.
Love the food and great people. Only restaurant I know that sells sweet potatoe fries. And have been in bussiness since the glen opened unlike the tower / redstart. Even my parents like it.
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Ryan S.
Well, went there for a family get together... Waited over 2hrs for a table but they were so unorganized and gave our table away....most terrible service I have ever had. They kept us around, promising only a bit longer but we ended up leaving for another restaurant after several hours of being strung along. Our family get together was ruined and the family fell apart. 2 of the family members lefts the group in exile and others were reprimanded on the side walk. Our family was left in ruins and was left to mend over margaritas at lalos bar and grill. Yard house ruined my life, Christmas, and my future family relations. Also I lost my DD that night and narrowly avoided being kicked out of my own brothers wedding. Thank god for lalos margaritas which salvaged our ruined night. Lalos bar and grill is a better place for bigger parties. For smaller parties as well. Skip the wait and go to lalos. Yard house serves up yards of empty promises.
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Kristen W.
I really liked the Yard House too, but then again I'm a huge beer fan (addict). I thought I had sampled every white beer known to man, but actually discovered a few new ones on the extensive beer list here! Excellent surprise. During happy hour, certain appetizers are half off, which means that they become more reasonably priced, not just extremely overpriced. I had the tuna sashimi appetizer which was GREAT. I'd go back just for beer and sashimi- isn't that a well-rounded meal? Portions are huge for dinner and I would highly recommend the iceburg wedge if you're a fan of old-school salad. Actually, just have beer, sashimi and salad and you should be good to go!
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Judy L.
Great happy hour specials with 1/2 priced appetizers I believe before 6:00pm. Yardhouse serves typical bar food on the pricier side so the happy hour special is a pretty good deal. Sports fans will be very happy because plasma tv's are planted around the entire restaurant and it gets very packed during NCAA or finals for any kind of sport. The 100+ draft beer selection is no joke and you can pretty much find anything from chocolate flavored beer to Belgian specialties to your typical Budweiser.
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Zahra A.
Decently original food with comparable flavor highlight this rather generic eatery. Though the menu may be slightly lackluster, the food is fresh and the alcohol menu expansive enough for the most discerning of palates. The crowd attending is usually families and sports buffs, gazing at the many large flat screens around the restaurant. All in all, it is a mediocre restaurant that is worth atleast one try.
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Peter F.
The draft house has it's ups and downs. It's magical in the sense that it has over 100 beers from not only around the country but world as well and a lot of micro brews from both coasts. It always plays a good selection of classic rock and has a good sports game on one of many flat screens. but, it seems to me that since I have started to go there, the prices continue to increase. For $6 a draft beer (more than most downtown prices) ought to start going to binny's and buying nice beer for myself. The food is average and over priced. Great to have a beer or two but not a night on the town.
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Raul B.
200 beers on tap. great deals on food during happy hour
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Kelly E.
Been there several times and will be back several more! Classy yet casual atmosphere, EXCELLENT food, and most importantly for me...they are eco-conscious, offering organic selections, serving water only on request, among other little touches. This is NOT a certified organic restaurant by any means, but they get an A for effort where many fail. Parmesan crusted chicken is a favorite, as well as the Organic tomato bisque and grilled cheese combo. Prices are a tad steeper than your average variety bar and grill joint, but that is because the food, beer, and service is stellar. I believe they have over 130 beers on tap...imports, specialities, and rare finds. If you sit at the bar, you get first class treatment and the bartenders are good for suggestions. They are a team effort and every customer is theirs (they must split all tips- good system) and the service system in this place is flawless. Love love love this place!!
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Sara B.
Was a work lunch so I couldn't give the wall of beers on tap a try but the food was darn good. The desert was really good too. THe area is cute and one could spend the day around here making this this an ideal lunch or dinner spot.
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Deborah H.
One of my favorites. Get the roast beef sandwich! It's a little noisy but overall I love it.
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Scott R.
This place is a California chain; that means that they are required to cook their meat medium well, and THAT means their burgers suck. The other dishes we tried were mediocre at best. Keep in mind that there is a Mitchell's in the Glen, which is a little more upscale price-wise, but actually has quite good fish on the menu. Add to that the fact that most of the people there were either groups of bimbos shrieking and taking pictures of themselves over and over, or groups of guys watching American Gladiator at the bar; truly a frightful experience. They brag about their beer list, but most of the beers listed were strange rather than good; few foreign beers of any quality.
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adya a.
Now that they have those great lunch specials I'm a fan. YUM
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Steven M.
try the wine and beer flights!!! very comfortable atmosphere
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Morris O.
Great menu and a selection of beers. Wine list is also good. I enjoy the food--either the turkey cobb salad or the orange peel chicken. At certain times the wait can be long--hint--the bar serves the full menu and it usually does not take long to get a seat.
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George D.
I'm reminded of the reasons why people who live in the city don't like eating in the suburbs every time I'm coerced into eating at one of the restaurants in the Glen. But having grown up in Glenview, it's hard for me to maintain the appropriate amount of cultured snobbery about the Stepford village Glenview has created. I mostly get depressed instead as I drive past chain restaurant after chain restaurant, lamenting what might have been if the city hadn't sold out the entire Naval Base area like it was a business commodity. C'est la vie. Anyway, The Yardhouse is the flagship of the corporate conglomerate disaster that is the Glen in Glenview. This place has all the culinary charm of your neighborhood Applebee's, but with better beer. The spinach and cheese dip is even better than TGI Friday's, which puts it a few steps above the stuff you can melt in your microwave at home. When I find myself in this type of surrounding (the noisy, wood panelled cavern of a suburban sports bar cum "fun" restaurant), I typically retreat to the hamburger selection on the menu. But you'll find little comfort there. While trying to order my cheeseburger medium rare, I was told, "We do medium, is that okay?" Upon arriving, the meat was solidly into the medium well to well done range, not a hint of pink to be found anywhere within the patty. What does "we do medium" mean, anyway? That when the line cook is flipping the other 300 burgers that were ordered at the same time as mine, he'll be too busy to concern himself with the temperatures? I did enjoy his ironic touch of sticking a wooden spear labeled "Medium" into the bun. Luckily ketchup, mustard, salt and pepper are all provided for you, so you can mix and match to try to find the right combination for best results.
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Jennifer T.
Great appetizers for happy hour but a bit pricey outside of that.
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Nery E.
beer selection is HUGE! u can't complain about that! food quality is OK... it's mostly bar food with some good seafood (but i'm not a seafood lover). always go there after work! victory golden monkey, the best!
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Dodd V.
I was not all that impressed with the Yard House. The food was average and I found it fairly over priced. I went there with 1 other person for lunch and without drinks our bill was over $40. The place looks nice and has a good beer selection, but save your money and go some place not so "hip" for a much better deal.
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kb j.
Went here on a Sunday night after a movie at the Glen after we found out that Flight is closed on Sunday evenings in the winter. A limited wine list, but the attraction is 100 beers on tap. They also have 70's/80's pop music on a mix that permeates the place. Lots of tvs for sporting events as well. The place was crowded on a Sunday night (every table was taken and, when we left shortly after 7:15PM, it was still crowded with folks waiting). We waited about 15 minutes at the bar. On a cold evening you might want to sit on the side of the bar furthest from the door as it gets cold when the door opens and closes. Same rule would apply if you sit at one of the tables or booths ( I think you'd want to be on the side of restaurant furthest from the door in order to minimize the chill). The food is mostly glorified bar food, but they do a very good job of it. Salads and sandwiches are decent sized and the fries are crispy. I recommend the turkey melt with the jalapeno peppers. In the summer, you can sit outside and watch the steady stream of people go by (it was winter, so were all bundled up inside). A nice choice for after a movie at the Glen.
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Greg M.
I definitely dig this place, it isn't incredible however your choices are limited out here in the suburbs. The main draw to this place is their beer selection because it is so vast. The food isn't too bad I enjoy it, but I will admit it is a bit pricey. Since I am an avid beer drinker and love to experience new types I really like coming back here every now and then. I would recommend this to anyone with an experienced palette and/or is adventurous with beer.
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Sonce L.
Aside from the assortment of beers to be found at the Yardhouse, it's nothing to write home about. I hate chain food and yet am occasionally drawn in. I usually head for the burgers. It wasn't bad but our service was terrible. When someone says, "I'll be right back for your order" and doesn't come back for 5-10 mins, there's a problem. My water was left consistently empty, and since I was driving two little kids and didn't want to get sloshed, I would have hoped to be able to quench my thirst. When my husband had a problem with his order, the waitress sent over her manager who apologized and attempted to rectify the situation. We still had to wait 15 minutes to get the check. And I never did get my side of mayo. I'll buy my Blue Moon at the liquor store next time and make a burger at home.
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Soo S.
One of my favorite hang outs in Glenview. My best friend and I would go there all the time for their happy hours. During happy hours until 6pm, and late night starting at 10pm the appetizers are 50% off. The food there is SO good. The best thing about the Yard House is their huge selection of beer! Definitely a great place to chill out w/ a cold glass of beer while watching some basketball!
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Faith M.
I've been here a number of times and have found the service to be either stellar or disappointing. I'm going 4 stars for their adult mac 'n cheese. It is not to be missed. If you go between 5 and 7 expect a wait and lots of kids. Once they all clear out it definitely has a more adult, relaxed feel.
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Jason P.
A million beers on tap, you can't beat that. The only negative is that the crowd seems to be composed of 16yr olds and 45 yr olds.
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Yahaa T.
Yard house is reaaaaaly good. The atmosphere is really nice and it looks like modern and hip inside. They have a bazillion diff. kinds of beers so everyone is satisfied. it's not too loud in there either and service is good and man so is the food. I had their wings and taco thing too and man was it good. The wings were spicy enough and the taco tasted like a true taco. YUM. I also tasted their burger from my bro and it tasted really good too! They have a wide selection of food and the prices are all right too. Has people of all ages here! Its a great place to eat and have a nice beer with too. The wait is never to long either so hit it up when you're shopping at the Glen.
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Jinhee S.
bummed how this is the only yardhouse that has no happy hour specials on drinks..why is that! $6.50 for a guinness, a whole lot of variety of beers and drinks. we always sit at the bar, and the workers always make small talk with you. the atmosphere is nice, somewhat pricey, they have happy hour specials on appetizers during the week from 3-6. its an ass to find good parking so just decide to park in the lot. they also have outdoor seating which is nice. i love a place that serves french onion soup, and i always get it from here. never too salty, although there could be a bit more cheese on top. if you decide to order the spinach dip with pita, pass on that and order something else. if youre looking for a local bar to just grab something to munch and drink on, dont pass up on this place! although some may complain about the food, their wide variety and selection of beer should just lure you right in!
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Alex M.
Great service, turkey burgers and lettuce wraps!
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Blaise S.
I went to Yard House about 4 pm on Saturday with a large group for a birthday party, to get dinner and drinks. It was a good thing we went early too, because by the time we left in the evening every table was packed and there was a line of people waiting to be seated. Rightfully so too, since they have good food and an excellent beer selection. The very first pages of the menu say they have the world's largest selection of draft beer, and let me tell you, that makes me very happy. They are known (and named) for their large beer glasses (yards), but I prefer the steady, eclectic approach, instead ordering myself exotic pints and continuing to try different styles of beer. I feel I accomplished that feat, because they have their beer menu categorized by beer style and used that to my full advantage, giving fruit beers, chocolate beers, white ales and belgian ales all a try this time around. I suggest coming here for dinner and save some room for a few beers, and try to come a little early to avoid waiting for a seat. The service was excellent too, as our waiter was knowledgeable about the different beer types and made sure our glasses were full, which is much appreciated. I would stop by again when in the Glenview area and try to make a bigger dent on that beer list for sure.
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JP S.
Big, open restaurant with a giant boat in the center. Huge selection of beers on tap - though be prepared to pay top dollar for them. It is a huge menu with offerings for everyone. The weekday 3-6 PM 1/2 price appetizers are a great time to get in there. Waitstaff is SLOW and tends to be on the unexperienced side but if you are not in a hurry its a great place to hang out.
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Mrs. E.
The only thing saving this place from a lower rating is the fact that their beer list is pretty impressive. The food is sub-par bar food that is nothing to write home about, but the laid-back atmosphere and varieties of beer you can try make this a good place to chill out and catch up with friends. Just don't expect the food to be stellar.
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choong l.
I fancy myself a beer lover, and by the sheer size of the beer list, Yard House should be considered a Mecca for a hop head -- it features over 100 beers ON TAP! Even the venerable Map Room, Quenchers Saloon or Hop Leaf cannot match the claim for the largest beer selection on tap in Chicagoland. Transplant the taps into any of the said bars and the hop heads will be swimming in beer heaven. Then why does the Yard House only get three stars here? Alas, perhaps I'm not as big of a beer lover as I claimed I was -- it is the whole ensemble of great beer selection, comfortable and cozy atmosphere, convivial patrons and memorable staff, and a little bit of something else that makes for a great bar experience, and Yard House falls short in every category other than the beer list. Indeed, the beer list truly is amazing. Even if you take out the fillers (such as the ubiquitous Bud or Miller products), you still have a formidable beer selection that spans countries and regions across Asia, Americas and Europe, a majority of them from US and Europe. The problem with this, however, is that every beer is served the same way -- in same glasses and temperature -- no matter whether you order a hefe-weisse, Belgian trappist beer or a scottish ale. If you just want to cross out "Maredsous" from your list of beers to try (and you definitely should), you can get it done here, but it'll be served in the same type of pint glass in which any other beer you order in a "pint size" will be brought out to you -- instead of a goblet. About 60% of the selection here could be served in a regular pint glass, but the other 40% really deserve their own types of glasses. (To put it into perspective, if you're a big wine person, and you went to a place where they have a hundred wine sold in glasses, but whether you order champagne, merlot or pinot gris, they serve it in the same glass.) If you sit at the large bar, you'll have some good conversation with the bartenders who are more than happy to let you try a taste before you order any beer in a substantial size. However, if you sit at the tables, you'll be waited on by a staff that could easily trade places with your local TGIFridays or Applebee's, and you would not know the difference. Although they all can tell you what their favorite beer is if you ask them, they really are not beer people. If all you care about is to have your food brought out on time, your water refilled promptly and your drinks delivered in a speedy fashion, they get the job done... but you won't find much of a character here. The worst part for me is the decor. It is a spacious and trendy looking place, with accent lighting, open kitchen, TVs everywhere and a huge island of a bar -- you could probably get rid of the tables and the kitchen, add a dance floor and change the lighting a bit, and this could pass for an okay night club in the suburbs. However, it also feels like it doesn't really know what it wants to be -- the TVs make the place feel like a sports bar, the beer list tells me it wants to be a beer place, the kitchen tries to be Asian fusion (with mediocre results) and the ambiance could be romantic, TGIFridays, cool, vacant... depending on where you were sitting and how crowed it gets. For me, all of this is just way too distracting, and there's no feeling of intimacy or coziness. If I find myself at the Glen (for occasional movies at the Crown Theater or to meet up with friends in the suburbs), I usually end up at the Yard House. However, I don't go out of my ways to pay it a visit. Two stars (medicre) + 1 for the juggernaut of a beer list. Check it out if you find yourself in the Glenview area, have a beer you cannot absolutely find anywhere else ( yardhouse.com/beer.asp for list), or if you want a better alternative than Bennegan's or Applebee's for a drink in the area. If you want some quality beer appreciation experience, look elsewhere.
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Laura G.
Yard House has a huge menu, and I think they have some of the best mac and cheese I've ever had. The portions are very big, but I've yet to be disappointed with any of my meals.
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Roy A.
Food is not that hot and is pretty expensive. There are a lot of TVs which I need in a bar type place and the beer list is 5 star. All in all a decent place to go for some drinks and maybe some appetizers. The food used to be better but recently I've not been a fan and at those prices I'd rather get something that is delicious.
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Sassy P.
This is a very different neighborhood. A lot of different shops and places to go in this area. Myself, I am not a beer drinker, so I had a Mixed drink. I don't recall which one, but it was more like juice. I couldn't taste any alcohol. I've had their Walnut Pear salad and thought it was divine. I have never had one as good. I tried their mushroom burger, and found it average. Overall fun place for groups. Would go back.
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elizabeth n.
I'm not out in Glenview very often but I was visiting a friend when we went to the Yard House for a bite to eat before going to see a movie. The Yard House is located right in the Glen which is a cute area full of shops, restaurants, etc, and I was pleasantly surprised. I'm not the biggest fan of brewery beer but I did like the hard cider that tasted like pear- delicious! They also have really good food. I had the thai chicken lettuce wraps and my friend had the tuna which looked very good. Overall, I'd come back if I was in the area for sure.
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meredith t.
They get the stars for having lots of beers on tap. They also have good burgers and onion rings, and pretty good salads. A typical chain bar/restau with lots of Tvs for the sports fans, and a little too much Air Conditioning.
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Skazoo M.
I have gone to the Yard House on a number of occasions, and plan to return in the future. While the floor of the Yard House is packed with tables, the high ceilings and open windows help to reduce what could otherwise be a slightly claustrophobic dining experience. However, the need for these tables quickly becomes apparent as you wait 20 minutes for a table on weeknights and up to 40 minutes on the weekend. The Yard House also offers a small, fenced-off, area on the sidewalk for outside dining for those who enjoy people-watching. If watching sports is more your interest, the Yard House has a couple of televisions spread out through the dining area --- although this is not a place I recommend for a serious sports fan to watch "the game." The major attraction of the Yard House is its outstanding beer selection --- they guarantee having at least 130 beers on tap, and often have more. While no beer is brewed on the premises, they offer a large selection of mainly microbrews, covering a wide range of styles, from pale ales to stouts. Unlike similar establishments, however, the Yard House makes few changes in its beer offerings throughout the year, with the exception of a few "seasonal" brews. Also, I've often been surprised by how very little the servers seem to know about the beers they are serving, often not even being able to broadly describe the style of a particular beer, much less being able to make a recommendation within a style. The menu selection is large and eclectic, with quite a few Asian influenced offerings among a wide range of standard "Americana" fare. Many of the appetizers (along with the similarly-priced pizzas) are large enough to stand alone as a light meal. The "Spicy Tuna Roll" is among the more innovative appetizers, served as a "stack" approximately 4 inches in diameter, rather than the traditional seaweed-wrapped bites. The heat of the wasabi is nicely offset by the avocado and cucumber and doesn't overwhelm the flavor of the tuna. Another strong offering is, surprisingly, their "Fish & Chips", which is perhaps the best "fish-fry" in the greater Northbrook area. The firm and meaty fillets are coated in a light, crunchy batter that, while adhering to American standards for taste, is somewhat reminiscent of tempura --- and is a far cry from the greasy slabs of soggy fish served at some establishments. On weekend nights the clientele is somewhat skewed towards families and it can get a little too loud for larger parties (6 or more) to converse easily. Despite this, overall, all of our dining (and drinking) experiences at the Yard House have been pleasant ones.
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Jess S.
With all the beers on tap, you really cant go wrong. Especially when they have the $2.50 (or was it 3$) pint night. The food is decent too. Glenview really isn't my "scene" but the crowd is pleasant enough. (I used to meet high school friends there during college breaks a couple years ago when it opened)
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paul s.
ok, that is the right rating for this place. it is good but not great. i enjoyed what i ate and everyone seemed to have a good time. not one person said the food was great and nobody wanted to stick around for a drink and the ambience afterwards.
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Nilda L.
Talk about large portions! Went a friend, her 2 year old daughter and my 2 year old son. I should also mention that we're both a little 5 over months pregnant. OK, so we were looking for a place to go to after the Children's Museum across the street. We needed something with a little variety and she suggested this place. We both ordered the House salad, as a appetizer, and let me tell you it was huge. If that's and appetizer, I can't imagine how large the entree is. I also had the coconut shrimp appetizer and she had the cheeseburger. Her daughter had the macaroni and cheese and my son had the chicken strip. Again, huge plates and this was off the kids menu. My son only at one strip. But, I'm not complaining since I brought the left over chicken strips for my husband. What I was also happy with was the fact the the manager came over to point out a mistake that the kitchen had made with my friends order. She didn't even notice. He comes over and tells her that she ordered a well-done burger and got a med burger instead(remember 5 months preggo, really shouldn't be eating meat that not thoroughly cooked). We really hadn't noticed, but that was nice of him and he wrapped up the extra burger for her. I think that alone will be a reason for coming back next time we to the museum.
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Ali D.
The Yard House is very consistent with its service and food. It is great that the relatively sleepy suburbs have a place where you can grab a (relatively) late dinner. While the late hours are a huge perk, if you go early on a Friday, before 6PM I believe, you'll have one of the best deals ever with half off appetizers. We have gone and made meals out of a variety of appetizers, share and then head to a movie and it is down right cheap. When I have been there for dinner we generally start off with the onion ring tower and one of my favorite entrees, especially in the winter, is their turkey pot pie. It is HUGE! And very tasty.
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Gina M.
i really like beer, but their impressive list is a little overwhelming. usually the wait staff can choose a good one based on your likes and dislikes. food is a little pricey, but also tasty! my favorite is the turkey burger :)
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christine k.
i would give this place 5 stars but their prices are pretty high to me. but their buffalo wings are good as well as their egg rolls. they are def worth the try. as well as their avocado eggroll, coconut shrimp, and jambalaya
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Brendan M.
great appetizer deal before 6pm (50% off), fantastic beer selection, LOUD, and decent overpriced food. great for kids because you won't be able to hear them scream.
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Mark P.
Great draught beer selection, esp for suburbia. Could have been rated higher if not for the food, mediocre even for bar food.
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Allison K.
Located right in "The Glen" in Glenview. Great place for all ages, to grab some food, and for the drinker they have tons of great beers on tap. I've have been here a few times, and tried many of there dishes and appetizers. (I would describe the food as a classy version of typical bar food) The last time I was there was my most favorite time. I finally tried this unique tuna (raw) appetizer. It was like sushi, but had it's own unique twist to the dish. This place can be pricey depending on what type of meal you order and the number of cocktails you drink. FYI "The Glen" has great shopping and a movie theater right next to the Yard House. Great place for a first or second date.
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Ebru Y.
I have recently been to Yard House with a group of friends and I have to say I fell in love with the location right off the bat. Many of the restaurants/bars here have outside seating however they are packed constantly, so we didn't have a chance to sit outside, but sitting inside wasn't so bad since it looked pretty cool inside as well. I personally liked what I ordered, which was the chicken avocado sandwich, and my friends agreed as well. I heard a lot about to mac and cheese ^2 so I will have to try it someday! They have a huge selection of beers on tap, but I just stuck with BlueMoon since it's light and I wasn't in the mood for drinking too much. The service was very fast despite the fact that they were pretty busy, I don't believe I have seen an empty table inside until we left. Our server was polite and attentive, made sure we were happy. When it comes to prices, they are a little on the expensive side, but the portions are pretty big, you can easily go there starving and still take (for most entrees) half your food to go, so if you think of it that way, it's a good deal. If I lived close to the Glen, I would definitely be a regular here!
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Puneet S.
Happy hour frenzy No words describe how good everything is. Best left to get up and go now!!!!!!
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Terrie o.
I'm starting with an A OK instead of 4 stars solely on service - I enjoyed my food selections. I've never eaten here before nor had any recommendations from anyone, I simply wanted to try somewhere new. I chatted with the server about not being a beer drinker but wanting to try one from their vast selection. Server mistake one: you served me and did not follow up to ask if I liked it. Odd since I made it so clear I don't usually enjoy beer and we discussed your recommendation. Egg roll appetizer ( or spring roll) with dipping sauce, I enjoyed. 2nd server error... I was served my entree salad and had to wait quite awhile until I could literally wave him down to ask for another dressing. Servers need to check in within 2-3 minutes of serving food. Luckily it was a cold dish, it it were hot, I'd be eating cold food. The Cobb salad tho was delightful...corn off the Cobb, edamame, blue cheese, bacon, it was a filling and wonderful salad. My friend asked for coffee, and server did not ask me tho did ask if we'd like dessert. Overall, we enjoyed our food and would go back... But server needs some fine tuning on the basics. Please don't review this business if you received a freebie for writing this review, or if you're connected in any way to the owner or employees.
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Leah C.
where have all of our faves gone?... i always hate when a resto gets rid of the faves to make room for "new". come on...this isn't a set meal/fine dining experience. i want my massive espresso sundae :(
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Magen S.
Awesome bar with endless draft beers and delicious food. The variety of draft beers including crafts was impressive. I ordered the halibut entree for dinner which had a delicious mushroom cream sauce and Bok choy. The fish was seasoned and cooked very well. Overall good food good beer and chill environment!
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Clara S.
Hmm. Not sure how I feel about this restaurant. Good happy hour bites and cool patio in the heart of the glen, but not the best food I've had. Chicken lettuce wraps- I'm not a fan of lettuce wraps, so I guess this wasn't the best choice for me in the first place. These were good and flavorful, but not so much that we finished the plate. Side sauces complemented the dish well, though. Spicy tuna roll- really disappointed that this wasn't actually a roll. Instead, this was ahi tuna tartare without the nachos or wontons to come with it. Like am I supposed to just eat ahi tuna tartare by itself with no neutral carbs to calm the salty strong flavors? Overall, cool restaurant at the glen but with overpriced drinks and not so great food. I would love to come back to the glen, but I will definitely be picking one of the many different restaurants to eat at.
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Sonia B.
I've been here a few times and have decided that this is a good place for drinks and appetizers and that's about it. They have a good selection of beers. Every time I've been here, it's been for a meal. The first time I came in was for lunch and wasn't wowed...and figured try dinner next time. So, I came back for dinner and it was OK, but figured I didn't order the right thing...try it one more time...and I did. And this time wasn't great either. The main entrees are BLAND. I ordered one of the house favorites, a fried chicken breast with spinach mashed potatoes, creamed corn, and baked beans. It sounds like the ultimate comfort meal, but it was BLAND. There was no seasoning on the chicken...so sad! :( How can friend chicken be bland?! :( Ugh...and it was almost $20! So, skip it. Previously, I've tried an assortment of tacos...they were ok... but for almost $5/taco....I would rather go to a taqueria and get something really good for 1/2 the price. Like I said, the drinks are good and I have enjoyed the appetizers. So, if I return...that's what I'll go back for. And if you ever get your food to-go or need a doggy bag, check your items!!! This is the SECOND time that most of my food didn't make it into the to-go box!!! All I got were my mashed potatoes...not the chicken, corn, or beans! So weird! I guess it doesn't matter because I didn't enjoy the chicken...but, still...I paid just about $20 for it! I also requested ranch dressing for the onion rings I had to go and there wasn't any. Ugh! Again...go for drinks and appetizers....skip the meal!
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Lauren K.
I have been here almost every night since I have arrived to the Near North Side (Is that where I am? Someone help me out here!!!! AHHH!) There are a few reasons why: 1) Employer is graciously providing housing for me down the street from the Glen; 2) OMG traffic is brutal in this area. I am not venturing far from my current location; and 3) I genuinely the bar/resto, even for a chain, chain, chaaaiiiinnnn! Let's begin with the beer. They have 110 on tap. Yes, 110 on tap, that is overwhelming even for me. I am not sure where to begin. I do have a new goal in life: to try everything on the menu, and that will be difficult since they rotate seasonally. Some of the brews I have tried: Lagunitas A Little Sumpin' Sumpin' Ale; Upland Brewing Company Dragonfly IPA (I just liked the name of that one -tee hee); and I found a new personal favorite for summer in the fruit beer category Lost Coast Brewing Co. Tangerine Wheat, this is light, fresh and crisp, with hints of tangerine. It tastes like fruit juice, but only with alcohol. It's basically adult juice! Onto the food. I am obsessed with the kale-caesar salad with blackened chicken. The small is under 600 calories, and is relatively healthy for bar food. The ahi tuna is delicious and is sushi grade. They also have some unique options for a chain. I will eventually try them when I tire of the salad, but I probably won't. I have stuck to the under 600 calorie options, of which there are plenty. The music that they play isn't annoying pop, it is classic rock or 90s grunge. I listen to pop or 80s pop all day to keep me bubbly and happy all day, so it is a nice change of pace for me. Anyways, this is not a destination. It is better if you work in the area and want to wait out this god awful traffic; are shopping at the Glen; or live here and don't feel like cooking (or just have an expense account - it's kind of on the pricey side). For a chain, it is as good as it gets, hence the rating. Enjoy!
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Effie D.
Make sure you leave plenty of time to review their extensive food and beer/drink menus. Everything on the menu is good and worth trying. The Korean Short Ribs are superb that we lick the bones clean. The Truffle Mac and Cheese with bacon, chicken, and mushroom is not your kid's typical mac and cheese but my 6 year old and can't get enough. The lettuce wraps are a good salad alternative.The Kona Coffee Sundae is by far the best sundae with it's java chips, oreo cookie crumbles, and chocolate sauce. It's big enough to share, but with one taste, you won't want to. Good atmosphere, plenty of space, many tvs to watch several sports, friendly staff. Service is a bit slow and there will be a wait during peak times. They have outdoor seating perfect for enjoying nice weather with good food and drinks.
(5)
Polina P.
Never been disappointed. Amazing food , service , atmosphere, and in all it was amazing . It may take long to wait but still it's always a good experience . I love all their dessert and it's always amazing . Recommend it highl
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Mike S.
Amazing place too many choices of beer , the food was 10/10 I will come back again for sure
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Nicole E.
Never gotten a bad meal and I absolutely love the chicken tortilla soup has just enough heat. Highly recommend for a great meal and good atmosphere.
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Sherwin C.
Didn't really get to try too much of the food but all the dishes I saw looked well designed, generous in size, and reasonably priced. This is especially true during the happy hour period where most items are $5-$7 and seafood items only reach $8. I was quite impressed with the size of the restaurant with a nice decor and surprisingly reasonable noise level. They were able to accomodate our original reservation for 15 that ended up being around 30 people -- even correctly splitting the checks and providing prompt service as additional new party members arrived. The beer all tasted great, served nice and cold and in attractive looking glasses. The selection of drinks was amazing -- possibly even more than what Bavarian Lodge carries. I tried Green flash Le Freak, Dogfish Head 90 Minute, Hebrew Death of a Contract Brewer, Founders All Day IPA, Yard House IPA, Revolution Antihero, Three Floyds Gumball Head, and Stone Green Tea IPA. All very reasonably priced and the server was knowledgable about the drinks. I'll definitely be back again soon.
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Kristopher S.
This spot has some good eats a lot of good beers. I had the crab cakes lots of crab, pork sandwich was moist and tastes and a year of beer makes me want to come back for another yard. It's a bit pricey but well worth it. Try the duck wings and tell me how they are. Will recommend to friends and come back for sure :)
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Alan B.
I live me some Yard House!! I'll let my kids do the review in this one from their point of view I like the food because it came out relatively fast compared to other nice restaurants "about 15 minutes" except they never asked how I would like my food cooked, When we ordered our drinks it took quite a bit even though all we ordered soda and water. All in all this is a good restaurant to go to even thought it can be a little pricey
(5)
William H.
Love the breadth of menu choices! Also, even though they have Mostly alcoholic beverages, I was pleasantly surprised to find one of My personal favorites, Ruby Red Grapefruit juice, on the NA menu. This time my wife did steak n Ceasar salad - steak was Fabulous - tender and perfectly cooked to order. Next time she will get the dressing "on-the-side" as it was a little over the top and tended to obscure rather than highlight the salad. I got a burger with pepper jack cheese and a roasted green pepper. So good! Desert was the Macadamia Cheesecake - again being obscured rather than highlighted by the drenching in raspberry and Carmel syrup. "On the side" please! Had a wee disagreement with the valet. We planned to eat at 5:30 - which we did - and the hit Arclight for a 7:00 pm screening of Rear Window. "You can't do that" said the valet, all three of us standing in a mini cloudburst. "They won't let you leave the car while you go someplace else after dinner" "I'll make it simple for you" I said. "We'll be back at 9:15 - way before the Restaurant closes - and pick up our car." I came back, tipped him well and there was no further mention of a problem - he even apologized! Hey Yard House - we only come in because we're going to Arclight! Find some way to make nice!!
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Jessica L.
Yard House is often times a go to for my family and friends. They have a wide variety of alcohol and food selection. Over a 100 beers on tap. I have ordered everything here over the past seven years. Pizza (good), burgers (juicy and a nice variety), other entrees (Orange chicken, country friend chicken, and the jambalaya are among my favorites), steaks, salads (large enough to fill me and my mom), and desserts. Great atmosphere & ambiance. Good customer service. They do not take reservations but have a call-ahead list they can put you on. Happy hour selections (as well as late-night happy hour) are good as well, but much more limited than the full menu.
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Stuart P.
Almost perfect...all of our meals were yummy. Onion ring tower was very good. Lobster dip was also a big favorite. All of our meals were spot on. Only one had jalapenos for my 90 yr old dad. That wont work. But it was quickly erased.
(4)
Mike H.
Service is just getting worse and worse and worse!!! I have been coming here for years. Food is starting to suck after the last menu change and the service was so fast before. Now every time its slow. Today i sat for 25min before getting helped. 35 min before i got water and who knows about food. This maybe the last time i come here. And no joke i have been here over 50 times Wake up YH
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Jacqueline B.
I'm a fan! Tons of beer on tap, huge diverse menu, and happy hour specials. #Winning I've been here twice now, and have enjoyed my visit both times! My last visit was the first time I was in to eat, and boy am I glad I did. First off, making a decision was extremely difficult because their menu is EXTENSIVE (but that's a good thing). There were so many delicious options to choose from. It's not often I rave about the set up of a menu, but I have to say their menu is fantastic. It's broken up into house favorites, vegetarian options, snacks, etc. This makes browsing a lot easier depending on what you're looking for! I immediately focused in on house favorites, and low and behold, a mac-n-cheese dish caught my eye. The (Mac+Cheese)2 looked like a win-win decision for me. Check it out: chicken breast, applewood smoked bacon, wild mushrooms, cheddar, parmesan, campanelli pasta, and truffle oil. YUUUUUUP. That. just. happened. It was like a ramped up adult version of my favorite childhood dish. I was really hungry, but I ended up going with a small entree (instead of large), and I'm glad I did. It was plenty of food - I even took a box home. Good news: the mac + cheese is still awesome reheated the next day! * WOO HOO! My 100th review :)
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MoMo K.
I love the ambiance of this place! Come here during HAPPY HOUR for half price (pizza, nachos etc etc)! It's perfect for people who like seafood, veggies, or meat or a combo. Can accommodate groups of 10 and more! parking is very easy, there is a huge garage that can accompany any size party. You can also come here to watch sports because they have TVs. They get really busy at night. We went at 4:00 on a Friday and there was no wait but at 5:30, all the tables were full and there were a lot of people waiting. So plan accordingly.
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Vrati D.
Always 5 stars from me! The veggie wings are by far my favorite and the stacked enchiladas (veggie of course) were also really good. We tried the avocado burger which was also really good! I'm not a huge cilantro fan but still enjoyed it, especially the amazingly soft bread! Yum!
(5)
Justin E.
Crab cakes were amazing, they had some sweet mango that really played well together. The chicken tortilla soup was another hit. It was slightly spicy, yet still full of flavor. Can honestly say the best tortilla soup I've ever had. The BBQ cheddar bacon burger was ok. The BBQ sauce on the burger is something to come back for, another home run. The rest of the burger was mediocre, it lacked ingredients in my opinion the patty was good and perfectly cooked. Back again to try turkey bacon melt. Great sandwich and was cooked perfectly. Not one of there're classics but none the less good.
(4)
Des C.
I'm really bummed out to be writing this review. I have been going to the yardhouse for years and have ALWAYS experienced excellent service and a phenomenal meal (Chicken and Rice Bowl). Today was a different experience. I arrived at the Yardhouse a few minutes before my lunch companion. I was greeted after a few minutes and offered a drink. When my customer entered he was greeted quickly also and we both decided to order. I ordered my usual chicken and rice bowl (which I have quite a few changes to the ingredients, so the waiter read it back to me) and my friend ordered the tacos. About 15 minutes later a food runner came to our table with my friends tacos and some sort of sesame chicken dish. I told the runner that that was not what I had ordered. The waiter saw what was going on and came over to the table. He assured me that he had entered the order correctly and that the food runner had grabbed the wrong dish. A few minutes later (and half way through my friends lunch) the waiter came back and said the kitchen was making my dish and it would be ready "in 30 seconds." About 10 minutes later (and after my friend was done with his lunch) my food finally came out. They had what appeared to be a manager bring the dish to my table. The server had obviously figured out that any thought of a generous tip was out the window, so my soft drink had been empty for about 5 minutes. The manager gave a half hearted "sorry" and asked if there was anything else we required. I held up my empty glass and said, "how about another drink." He obliged and brought me the refill. I assumed a manager would come over and offer an olive branch for the horrible service but that never occurred. The good news is that there are other YardHouses around the US, because I would be hesitant to return to this facility.
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Mike E.
Always a great time, and a normal spot for me and the wife.
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Amalita A.
I came in with my friends on a Saturday night. Yardhouse doesn't take reservations past 5:30, but it's not a problem. Janelle was very friendly and we had pretty much no wait time for seating. Nathan took over our table, he was friendly and knowledgeable and gave great service. Our drinks and food came out fast. My friends ordered the jumbalaya shrimp, clam chowder and chicken nachos. I recommend getting a classic cheese burger and adding their black truffle cheese. Great atmosphere and memorable experience for the suburbs!
(5)
M. O.
Well I've been here a few times but my last visit sealed the deal, I'm done with this place. My previous visits here were always the same, slow, slow, slow service. One time my wife and I and another couple were sitting on the patio having some apps and drinks. When we first sat down it took 10 mins to be waited on and another 15 to serve drinks and it continued this way. The waitress came over to us and said day shift is leaving and night shift is starting. We thought we would be nice and close out our tab with her so we could tip her out, she appreciated that and introduced us to the new server. Well after that , we never saw her again. We sat there for 15 mins and said "screw this" and got up and walked out. Now as much as I dislike this place, we decided to go again last Saturday because one of our buddies likes the beer selection. Well once again the service was pathetic, just so slow but that's not the reason I'm done. 4 of the 5 of us arrived at 5:30 with the 5th person arriving around 7:30pm. Well around 9:00pm one of the managers delivered out round of drinks, he knelt down to one person and whispered something. I asked my buddy what he said he is reply was " he asked if we had a ride home",I was so annoyed when I heard this. As soon as we saw out waitress I asked " have we been, loud, rude or obnoxious in anyway? Absolutely not was her response. I informed her what her manager just said to us and asked for the check, told her she could thank her manager for us leaving. The manager did come back over and apologize but I wanted nothin to do with it. I asked him the same thing, were we loud, rude etc... Nope was the response. So I'm assuming he asked what he asked because he looked at what we've been drinking. 3 of us beer and 2 had vodka soda. Remember how I said that the one person showed up at 7:30, yea she had 2 beers(miller lite) and was driving home, so there's no reason to ask me if I have a ride home. Now I know this place will continue to succeed without my business but just wanted to put my 2 cents out there for others.
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Matthew C.
Very accommodating staff. Our party of 5 adults/1 baby was greeted and seated immediately with a high chair. Host seated us away from the door at our request. Server was polite and knowledgeable. Food orders were prepared correctly (with the small exception that one burger ordered MR was cooked WD) and delivered at 20 minutes--what I would call just within the long end of reasonable at lunchtime. Extensive menu with exhibiting creativity and variety. Delicious food, generous portions, and quick check service. Reasonably priced, although perhaps just a tad high for lunch. Overall an excellent dining experience; would definitely return when in the area and would even go 20-30 minutes out of the way for it!
(4)
Pat R.
Love the Yard House! All sorts of draft beers, great casual food, good service. Happy Hour prices and half price appetizers are the best.
(4)
Emily P.
Plenty of different beers on tap and the food is quite good. If you want to get a burger you can pay $1 to change the regular fries to truffle fries - a must!
(4)
Kim Z.
Great family dining, also great for beer fans. Definitely on the loud side, so I wouldn't go here if you want to catch up with friends.
(4)
Robert C.
Service was great! all else was a bit too much. $10 hamburger the size of a slider? Not again. The place was so full of crying babies and strollers!
(3)
Aimee M.
Time to update my review! Still a solid four stars. Ever since visiting a sushi house in Las Vegas last fall, I have been on the lookout for for Ahi Poke at local sushi houses. So I was really excited to see it on the menu at YH. I was a little bit apprehensive, I mean this isn't a sushi house, will I be setting myself up for disaster? Our server highly recommended it and since I was the only one in our party that would eat it, it was a pretty hefty serving for one person. I found it surprisingly good. It could have used more sesame oil (personal taste, because I LOVE sesame oil), but the presentation was pretty and the flavors were there. I also liked how its served with crispy won-tons. Yum! I did also try the Baja Fish tacos and they were good. (Not as great as the ones I've had in SoCal but of course, that was SoCal). The lemon siracha aoili was great--very nice flavor and added a bit of heat. The shredded cabbage was fresh and crispy. Service was stellar. Friendly, helpful. Always made sure we were doing ok, Nice space, clean, tidy, sleek.
(4)
Jamie B.
Great Saturday afternoon lunch spot if you're up in the Glen. This place would be awesome if they opened a second location in Chicago...say Michigan Avenue? Excellent apps and salads, I like that they have a TON of vegetarian options as well. I will definitely be back.
(5)
Kate B.
Had a nice time at Yard House with a dear friend last night. We had excellent service by Justean, our server. My girlfriend loved the extensive beer menu. I am a wine drinker & was pleased that I found 1 or 2 wines on the menu that I could enjoy. (although I do believe they need to broaden the wine selection a little bit; for example - add a good red zinfandel) I will definitely go back and bring my other beer loving friends and family. The music was great also.
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Mark F.
You can drink a yard of beer! You'll pay a hefty fee to do it...but it can be done. They have tasty tacos. The beer selection is vast. There seem to be a few sizes to order the drinks from itty bitty to yard. The service is hit or miss but the place is enormous. It's a safe place to go when entertaining people who want a wide array of food options and like beer.
(3)
Mariam K.
We always end up at Yardhouse whenever no one can agree on a restaurant... it caters to everyone. I've tried just about everything on the menu- the items I'd recommend are: nachos, onion ring tower, grilled pastrami, a burger, fish and chips, southern fried chicken breast, the street tacos - I've tried almost all of them.. and they all taste really good. My favorite thing here though would have to be the dessert - macadamia nut cheesecake! OBSESSED! It's probably one of the best desserts I've ever had.... it definitely beats Cheesecake Factory's cheesecakes! The service is always good, foods consistently good, the food comes out pretty quick, and they have a huge variety.. what's not to like!?
(3)
Craig W.
Great beer selection. Fun place to watch a game. Food is good. Their take on a spicy tuna roll is amazing.
(4)
Jovana T.
Came here to watch the Bulls game and meet up with some friends. Awesome place, great vibe..like a classy sports bar! If youre feeling Beer-venturous this is def the place to go! I tried the Fruity beers, def recommend the blueberry one. Its nice they have different glass sizes, but you have to specify or else they just bring you the med glass. I asked for shortys, it was the perfect size to just taste and enjoy the beers. The Cali Sushi appetizer looked good, but was weird and isn't actual sushi rolls. The fried calamari was amazing though, as well as their ham, mushroom, and pineapple personal pizza. The sauce was tasty! Their shrimp with rice n veggies dish was good, but a bit bland as well. Will definitely come here again, I need to try the onion ring tower!
(5)
Chrystine Marie M.
Yardhouse's menu is GIGANTIC. They have a very broad beer selection. It's conveniently located near a movie theater, so it's a nice, ambient place to take someone out for dinner-and-a-movie. I really enjoy their truffle fries. I definitely recommend coming here for a drink with some friends. I came here during a Blackhawks game and they had it playing on every flat screen TV in the house. It was cool because everyone and their Moms were so into the game and everyone was having a good time. Good vibes, good food, good service.
(4)
Christina G.
I came here with a friend for dinner and drinks after work one day, and we had a great time. I got there about 5:30 on a Thursday and there was no wait for a seat. Our server was really nice, attentive, and knew the food and beer menus well. He informed us we were there during their happy hour, and could take advantage of their half price appetizer and pizza specials. I thought it was great that he told us the deal was going on. We ended up getting 3 appetizers - spinach and cheese dip, lettuce wraps, and a small pizza. Everything was delicious, and we had quite a bit of leftovers. Their beer list is beyond extensive, and I love that it's filled with beers from small-ish breweries - Two Brothers, Half Acre, Revolution, Great Lakes, etc. I went with the Breckenridge Vanilla Porter and was a big fan. My friend needed some help deciding and asked our waiter for a recommendation. He asked some general questions and suggested a light, fruity beer that my friend really enjoyed. I liked that there were a few glass choices on the amount of beer you could order. You could get a shorty (9 oz maybe?) a pint, and a full yard, that is a huge, comical looking glass filled with beer. The place started to fill up shortly after we arrived, and when we left there was a 15 minute wait, but we never felt rushed. Our server knew how to be attentive without interrupting our very long chatting session. I was impressed that as the happy hour specials were coming to a close (happy hour is 3-6 on weekdays), our server came up to us, told us the specials were ending, and asked if we wanted to put in any other orders before the deal ended. We already had too much food, but thought it was nice that we were given the opportunity to put in one last order while still taking advantage of the deal. All totaled for 3 appetizers and a glass of beer, it was $15/person, plus tip. Not bad. We will definitely be adding Yardhouse into the mix of restaurants we frequent for our girls nights.
(4)
Alex J.
Hey Yard House what happened to you? Your 1/2 price menu late night and from 3-6 was what I think the value of your sub par food is worth. You have the worst hostess staff I have ever seen during my last visit we asked hostess to sit in a corner, she sat us besides the bar, we asked to move she said it's slow. Then the ding bat sat a family beside us of two parents out if touch with their three kids under five on one side and a group of right with five screaming kids on the other side if us. Since the hostess could not understand us we deducted that she did not have a command of the English language. Then it took 25 minutes for a server to come see us. The server was nervous and appeared clueless. Your too corporate approach is becoming stale. With so many restaurants on the glen struggling, not paying rent, etc u could pick up the slack. But I think that corporate has not opened another Chicagoland location says it all. Hate to c u go but other than a few staff that started with you, who ever is hiring is not killing it at all. Realize, maybe pay a hostess more than minimum wage for a good one they are the first point of contact at your establishment. Your hostess made our two hours crappy with her incompetency and sour face
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Miss Kari P.
I ordered a chopped salad and there was no lettuce on it? I'm a little confused. I guess all the cilantro was supposed to make up for to although that's used sparingly as a garnish.
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Abby J.
I took my dad here for Father's Day. We arrived around 4:30 and were told it was a 10-20 minute wait. There were several open tables that were being held for reservations. Fine, it's a holiday, it's going to be busy, but the hostesses seemed very disorganized (perhaps because there were 4 of them). After we'd been waiting for more than 20 mins the manager told the hostesses to seat us at one of the open tables. We appreciated the gesture, but our server was so inattentive that I would've rather waited longer if it meant better service. A runner brought out our appetizer and we had to flag down our server to ask for silverware. Our entrees came out before we finished our appetizer, also brought out by a runner, who lived up to the title - he came and went in the blink of an eye, so I didn't have the chance to tell him that what he brought was wrong. I'd ordered the classic sliders and was given the bearnaise sliders. Not sure if our server wrote it down wrong or the kitchen messed up. Our server had vanished, I literally did not see her anywhere in the restaurant for an entire fifteen minutes after our food came out, so I couldn't send it back. I also needed a refill on my drink that entire time. The only point at which she was almost attentive was after bringing the check; she came right back to run the credit card, but then didn't bring a pen with the receipt. My dad had to go up to the hostess stand and ask for one because we weren't willing to wait what would probably be another 15 minutes before our server returned. It was after 6 by the time we left. The food was good which is why I'm giving 3 stars, but the service is seriously lacking. I don't live in the area so I certainly won't be back, but I doubt my dad will either unless it's just for the bar.
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Stephanie C.
Great time, delicious food. Disappointed that the cat in the yelp photos was not there.
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Lora D.
This place is alright. I like their patio. Their appetizers are solid especially half price during happy hour from 3-6. My BIGGEST complaint would be that their beer is not cold enough, if at all. Frosty mugs and lowering the temp in your beer cooler might fix this problem?? I don't know, but if you have a patio and people drinking on a warm afternoon, your beer at least has to come out cold.
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Pita J.
Would NEVER recommend to anyone to go to this place, i don't care how good the beer selection is or how nice the 2 bartenders where, when the felt like actually bar tending. When your hostess is that rude the second you walk in the door, and bar tendering is your 2nd priority, as a bartender there and then you get sick from the food. good luck if you go in there, its at your own risk. I can say Clean place. Sterile burb atmosphere for sure. Incredibly SUPER RUDE hostess. The second our group walked in the door, she literally said "bye, thanks for coming, have a goodnight, bye". With a sarcastic smile on her face. It literally took me a minute to process that she was being completely sarcastic and totally bitchy. We did absolutely nothing to deserve it, except maybe we didn't look like her normal yuppy clientele We would've walked right out except the rest of my group said, there's people meeting us here, so lets just get a beer. and then figure out where else to go. This was at 10:30 on a saturday night. Because we had people stagger in and the one bartender was super polite and got us drinks right away, we stayed. The staff then became nonexistent. and were more concerned about cleaning up and closing duties than actually refilling our drinks at 10:30 at night. Polite but you had to wait 20 min to even have someone walk by to see if we needed anything. We were the only people at the bar, and there were about 7 tables with people at them. Ended up order a few appetizers and we got sick or bad upset stomachs. If you feel like playing russian roulette with getting service from a food service business, and with your stomach - have fun with this one.
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Tasha P.
I'm too cheap to go here for anything but the happy hour specials, and it's hit or miss sometimes. Even at the discounted $6, i don't think it's worth it for the pizza. Ahi sliders were not that good. Ahi Sashimi however, same as my original review, did not fail to impress. It's my reigning favorite! Regular burger sliders are just fine. It's cool that they come with fries, even as an appetizer. Service can be unctuous, as I discovered on my last visit. My server insisted on calling me "sweetie", although I must be at least a decade older than her. Service is usually fine though. I'm a grown adult, and I like to be treated as such. Although the beer is reliable and my Ahi sashimi still makes my mouth water, I probably won't be back for a long while. This last visit wasn't as pleasant. Response to Owner Comment: Thanks Justin, for your reply. I think I may have been harsh in my criticism. Being called "sweetie" happens to be a pet peeve of mine, but others may enjoy it so I'm sure readers will take that portion with a grain of salt, and probably think I'm a big B for calling it out. I added another star because I appreciate your commitment to customer satisfaction, but I'm not emailing you because I hope you don't think I'm looking for freebies and I don't want to get anyone in trouble.
(3)
Renata K.
Best place to eat and drink! I totally recommend red potatoes french fries, they are to die for
(5)
Tom K.
In a dandy Glenview shopping area across from Dick's sporting goods.(was this the old naval air station?) Large reception desk says this is a restaurant, not a bar. But in the center is a huge oval bar; dark wood, wood trimmed bar edge, with a brushed stainless steel top. When I go out, I need to have a good beer. This place has 114 taps! OK, 3 are light beers. Seats at least 30. It is not your cozy corner bar. Some jeans and a good number of dress slacks and button shirts (including me) on a Tuesday at 8 P.M. Ron the bar tender was surprisingly nice. He had time to chat even though the bar was packed. The food was great. Excellent Roast beef piled high with horseradish sauce on the side. French fries were too skinny for me. 12 bucks. A digital flat screen "chalkboard" goes with the dandy neighborhood. 12 TVs are spread around this huge room ; mostly sports. I had a good experience: huge selection of great beer., cool bartender, great food. It just lacks a bit of coziness.
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Joanna J.
I've been here on several occasions and the food is always delicious! The onion ring tower comes with two sauces. The sliders are also tasty. The burgers are juicy and flavorful, and you can tell they are made with fresh, quality meat. Their fries are shoestring and also great. We've also had many fabulous steaks from here, including the peppercorn fillet. The kid's meal comes with an entree, side of your choice, drink and dessert! The freshly baked brownie with ice cream is A-mazing! If you visit between 3 and 6, you can order a few half-priced appetizers and share with friends as meals! Drinks are also good-I'm a cocktail girl so I've enjoyed many of those, but the beer selection looks VERY extensive, and my husband enjoys trying a couple different flavors at each visit. Service is usually pretty good.
(5)
Jackie S.
As a a Glenview native, I've been going to Yardhouse for years. The good: They have one of the best beer selections in the north suburbs. If you love beer, you'll love this place. The food is pretty good (if it's brought to you when it should be). I'm a big fan of the onion ring tower, the (Mac + Cheese)2 and the Angel Hair Pasta. Pizzas and burgers are good as well. The not-so-good: Inconsistent service. I've seen anywhere from good service to terrible service. Unfortunately, I've seen more of the latter (at least lately). Overall, if you're looking for a good beer and a huge menu, this place is for you.
(3)
Chris B.
Be sure to ask for Bryn, great service. She had great recommendations and was super friendly. The food of course was great. Awesome beer menu. 5 star service all round.
(5)
Mohammed K.
This is one of my all time favorite sports bar. The pastrami sandwich is out this world.
(5)
Jennifer L.
Yard House has become a mainstay in my book when it comes to having that "go to" restaurant when you just can't decide where to hightail it to for some grub. Because let's face it, they pretty much have EVERYTHING. A beer list a mile long and what seems like a hundred different options from appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, seafood, pastas and desserts. This is an all around "people pleasing" place, it literally has something for everyone. I'd say 50% of my visits here are because of the dynamite happy hour. They have a great selection of half price appetizers, pizzas and sliders Monday - Friday from 3pm to 6pm and Sunday - Thursday from 10pm - 11pm. I'm partial to the Chicken Nachos and Chicken Lettuce Wraps because they never disappoint. Hook me up with some Snakebite or a Citrus Crush off their Fresh & Skinny drink menu and I'll be your best friend the rest of the night. And if you haven't tried their fresh baked brownie yet... you don't know what you're missing, pal. Little piece of heaven delivered right to your table. As a heads up, it can get VERY busy, even at the weirdest times (like 8pm on a Wednesday night). But I'd say they're especially slammed during the summer, so be prepared to wait unless you made a reservation.
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Fancy N.
I love coming to the Glen, and sitting outside the Yardhouse and people watching. Some reviewer stated the Glen is a cookie cutter outlet mall setting. Couldn't be further from the truth. While it was a previous Naval base, it is an upscale neighborhood, and the stores are boutique style, not outlet. There is a Dicks and Carters, but rest are small mom & pop individual not chain, much less outlet stores. Now that, that is clear, the food... its pretty good. I like their burgers, each has some funky combination, like pineapple/mango salsa burger, the onion gorgonzola is my favorite. But seriously, the best is the tortilla soup. It has big chucks of chicken, fresh slices of avocado, and is rich and creamy. I sometimes just come for the soup, its that good. Service is hit or miss, and I've found it doesn't really even matter if the place is busy. On a Sat afternoon we came with a group of 6, the place was packed, service was attentive and quick. On a Sunday afternoon where it was half empty, we got our food relatively quickly, but drink refills or bill took about an hour. Made me want to get up and leave. If you are calling ahead to make a reservation, be very clear who is in your party. Once we came with a larger group, forgot to note that we had kids with us, they sat us right by the bar, and the whole time we had servers walking up the bar to get drinks and bumping and spilling a little on our kids.
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Steven T.
So having eaten here numerous times, I can feel very confident saying that the food is better than mediocre and worse than good......I don't know a good word for that ('almost good'). I never walk away thinking that the quality of food to price paid was that bad (nor that good), but what keeps me coming back is the location, ability to manage a group of two to fifteen pretty easily, and the wonderful beer selection. I am very appreciative of their variety and different daily selections especially as they have a very wide variety of beers. Service has consistently been very good and friendly. The only reason why I didn't give this a fourth star is that the food is 'almost good'
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Matt L.
Went here for a business dinner, the food was very good, the setting was casual but still nice. Our server really had no idea what she was doing, but the other positives outweighed that annoyance. Overall a good experience and exactly what you would expect from this type of restaurant.
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Brian K.
This place is awesome. I always get the fillet and mash it is great. the service is professional and there so many different types of beers that you can taste all of them.
(5)
Aswinikumar A.
Good drinks and food. To expensive for the quantity. Customer Service was OK the day I went.
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Ron H.
I went to yardhouse this past weekend with a group of my friends and was a bit disappointed by the experience. The atmosphere is quite nice and pretty casual. It's also pretty busy, which I took as a good sign about the quality of the food there. As a table, we got as appetizers the chicken nachos and onion ring tower which i think were the only good thing about our meal. We were pleasantly surprised by the chicken nachos that it was really the only time we've ever had nachos where you actually run out of chips for the amount of toppings. However, the entrees left something to be desired. We got the halibut, shrimp pasta, roast beef sandwich, and southern fried chicken. Each one was disappointing except for the roast beef. My wife got the halibut, which was cooked nicely but had very little flavor. It slightly like eating a sponge (which i have admittedly little experience in). Even the sauce seemed strangely bitter. The best part of that plate was the mashed potatoes but it's pretty hard to mess up mashed potatoes. My wife even went as far as to say it was the worst fish dish she's had. The southern fried chicken, like the halibut, had great texture and a great crunch but really didn't have any flavor. The waitress we had asked if my friend wanted the small or large portion of shrimp pasta and he said large. Upon arrival of the dish, it was so small that we thought the waitress had misheard his order. The flavor was good though. The roast beef sandwich was quite good especially the au jus it comes with. Would definitely recommend it. Overall, the dinner was quite disappointing and we were all a bit mystified as to why every time we drive by here, it seems to be packed. Maybe it was an off night for them or we just ordered wrong (even though the chicken was off of their "favorites" section). We also didn't try any of their beers which seems like it might be a major draw for the crowds. For a place that has food in around the same price range as cheesecake factory, I was definitely disappointed.
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Michelle S.
Come on Yard House. Two locations within a week in two different states and they were both shit. Total disappointment. We came on a Tuesday for dinner and it was packed. No big deal we'll wait. Service was horrendous. From the hostess stand to the server it all stunk. And I'll put up with a decent amount of crap but this was just bad. It took forever to get a server to our table after we waited 40 minutes to be seated. Tack on another 15 for water and that's absurd. Even more so when there are children at the table. Water arrives, she takes our drink order and then disappears again for another 10 even though we were ready to order. We wait, and wait and wait. She takes the order for her giant table next to us (think 20 men in business clothes who already had food and drink on the table) and then takes our order. Once our food did arrive (2 kids pizzas, a soup/salad) mine plate was still missing (another salad) and that took another 5+ minutes to arrive. Not to mention that a salad never made it to the table for one of the kids and the french fries didn't arrive until the end of the meal. Cups sat empty and never got refilled. And then the check got dropped off and our server never came back. I took it to the hostess stand where they whisked it off to someone and someone else brought it back to us. Unacceptable. The whole experience took entirely too long. I don't mind waiting for a table, I understand that part. I don't understand the shitty service and the long long wait for everything else inside. I can say with certainty that I will not be back to this location.
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Peter S.
One of my favorite places for late-night eats and drinks. They have a very broad menu, featuring all kinds of pub foods and unique dishes, which should sate the pickiest or most adventurous of your friends. The list of beers on tap takes up the whole first 3 pages of the menu, and includes several of my favorite stouts. They have plenty of dishes you can share, if you're just want to nibble while drinking. They have large dinner plates, when you've got a killer appetite. They frequently have new dishes, as well as specials. Be sure to swing by during happy hour. I personally enjoy their vegetarian options, which are very savory and well prepared. There are TVs everywhere, so there's a good chance whatever event you want to watch can be seen. The atmosphere is very nice - between a sports bar and a casual restaurant - and clean. The staff are very friendly, and do what they can to keep you happy. I'm glad we managed to score a Yardhouse restaurant nearby, as it's become one of my favoraite late-night go-to locations.
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Ayesha B.
The vibe is fun and upbeat at this place. Been here twice, the first time I was very unsatisfied and left hungry I ordered from the sea food menu and the portion was tiny. The second time I ordered a gardein burger and was surprised that it tasted like meat. But didn't completely blow me away. I have had better burgers. I Am also not a fan of the thin cut fries. I really like service but it's always busy so be sure to make a reservation.
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Rosanna L.
It was a popping place on a Thursday night. Busy, loud, a good atmosphere for our party of 16. We were celebrating our sorority chapter's 10th anniversary and Yard House had the space and the right vibe for it. Service: really slow, not tentative (at least at our table, we had 2 tables). Some of the soup orders were messed up and they took a long time. For whatever reason, our entrees came out when the other table was almost half way done with their food. Even though we ordered around the same time. We had to constantly raise our hands to get our water refilled. Food: definitely makes up for the lack of service. Everyone raved about their starters and entrees, not a bad one out of the bunch. A few starters that I tried and really liked were: chicken tortilla soup and the seared ahi salmon. Entrees: southern fried chicken and the mac and cheese! My personal entree was a turkey burger on whole wheat bread with sweet potato fries. Absolutely love the sweet potato fries, delicious and tasty! The burger itself was average, lacked flavor. It came topped with mozzerella and roasted roma tomatoes, but I'm more of the avocado and swiss kind of girl. Had a great time and everyone seemed to enjoy their experience. Can't wait to go back to watch some games at their bar!
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Steve M.
I have never seen so many beer choices on tap. Of course great beer but the food is good as well. I had a pastrami with jalapeno pepper on it and I have to say that I would order it again. A good place to go after work with many television to watch the games. So I went back and ordered the same sandwich and the pastrami has so much fat I couldn't chew it. Oh well
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Valerie W.
I have to knock off a star for Yard House, which is unfortunate. Hopefully, they can earn it back the next time I go in. We went on Friday for a late dinner (after 10, but their kitchen is open until midnight, so, no harm, no foul.) When we walked in, there were three hosts standing at the desk, but none of them acknowledged us for at least a minute (there was no one else in front of us, in the host area, or waiting.) They were just talking amongst themselves. It took even longer for the hostess to decide where to seat us. She explained that "I want to make sure I put you somewhere where a server can get to you right away, but I have a lot of big parties." There were many open tables in the restaurant. When we finally were sat, we waited, and waited, and waited for a server. Someone finally came by with the typical "has anyone seen you yet?" routine. Nope. She took our drink orders. A few minutes later, another server came by to take our drink orders. When we explained that we'd already been helped, his response was "well we never *really* know who has this table" and walked away. After several minutes, we see the two servers speaking with who assumingly was the manager, but still no one has come with our drinks. The second guy finally comes back with our drinks and says he will be taking care of us, but still no apology for the delay. The food was still good... I'm just annoyed with the service, especially since the hostess was so adamant about seating us somewhere where we could get served right away (which we didn't request, just a table, that's all we wanted. A table, where we could order food.)
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Martin H.
A step above your usual chain-restaurant fare. I went here with a group of coworkers for an unwinding session after work on Friday. I heard the name and almost instantly expressed my disinterest. I was pleasantly surprised by their low-key atmosphere, advanced cuisine, and affordable Patron shots. Definitely better than you'd think.
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Lauren F.
My boyfriend and I love the Yard House! On Friday-Sunday it is always packed, so expect a wait unless you want to sit at the bar-which we usually do. The bartenders are all super nice, attentive, and knowledgeable about the endless beers they have on tap. The beers are the real gem of the Yard House. They have over 100 amazing beers on tap-its a little overwhelming but AWESOME for beer enthusiasts! This isn't the place to go if you're trying to eat healthy-unless you make some specifications and changes when you order your dish, which I recently did and it was no problem for them at all. Between myself and the people I've gone with, I've had the Mac+Cheese, Vodka Shrimp Pasta, Chicken Enchilada Stack, Jerk Chicken with Shrimp Stack, Chicken Rice Bowl, Seared Sea Scallops, Spicy Jambalaya, Penne with Chicken, Onion Ring Tower, Guacamole & Chips, Classic Ranch Salad, and most recently the Chopped Salad. Every single one of these things was great and I would not hesitate to order them again. Their food menu is as extensive as their beer list, so whatever you're in the mood for, you can probably find. They also now feature vegetarian friendly versions of some of their most popular dishes that are made with Gardein. Most recently I had the chopped salad-I specified no bacon, no dressing, and add blackened chicken breast and romaine lettuce (it usually comes without lettuce)- it was fantastic-beautiful, fresh avocados splayed across the top along with tons of other fresh ingredients, and they handled my changes without a problem. If you love beer, and don't mind some tasty food thrown in, definitely stop by the Yard House!
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Kathleen C.
Having visited Yard House at least 30 times, I figured I should finally review it...I am actually surprised that I haven't yet. Yard House is a standby in Glenview as it happens to be a spot that is great for families, friends, happy hour, late night dining, etc. It is almost always bustling. The menu is a bit large...almost too large, but it seems to keep people happy. I especially enjoy the egg roll appetizers, the Cuban sandwich, and the bbq chicken pizza. In all of my visits, every time I order something else, I am dissatisfied. I think that some of the menu items are relatively average...so, stick with what you like and stay with it, and you should be happy. There are a zillion beers on the list (ok, a few hundred?), but to me, it seems like a zillion. I don't really drink beer, but they seem to have plenty to satisfy anyone's tastes. The wine list is relatively small, but pretty good. Service is usually pretty good, though it can be hit or miss as with any large spot. Sometimes service is super, sometimes slow....Value is ok, though somewhat pricey. I think the value reflects the fact that it seems like one of the only spots for this type of food in the immediate area.... Atmosphere is like any chain restaurant...loud, nothing too fancy and not that exciting. The bathrooms were done to look nice, though I'm pretty sure the one middle sink in the ladies room hasn't worked in years.... So, here's the numbers breakdown: Food - 3 Service - 3 Value - 3 Bathrooms - 2 Atmosphere - 3
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Dave V.
Yes they have some decent food. If you dont mind FOOD POISONING!!! Both my friend and I went to eat here as we always did when he was in town from the Corps. This was december 30th and we both had woken up with hardcore food poisoning, ruining our New Years plans. what i dont get is that both our food was well cooked so either they served us old/bad food or their staff is freaking dirty. Aside from that, their food is over priced and they have HORRIBLE SERVICE. I have met 1 staff member there that i have found to be enjoyable, keep in mind i have been here tons of time because of its convenience. They have a great selection of beers though, and thats the only good thing about them. I wont ever step foot in there again and you better believe that everyone i meet will know not to go there.
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Tricia D.
I hadn't rendezvoused into this place in a long time, but somehow had lunch here twice in a week! They have a nice $8-9 one page lunch menu, that offers a pick 2 choice of half a sammich/cup of soup/side salad. On both visits, I got the half of a crabcake hoagie with a field green salad. Winner! The crabcake was fresh, hearty, and well rounded in flavor. Insert shameless plug for the trio of mini desserts. It's a great offering of a mini choc souffle, peach apple cobbler, and lemon souffle, ALL a la mode for $9. Check out that caramel ice cream on the cobbler! Our waiter David on the second visit provided exceptional service, keeping an eye on our drinks and bringing refills before we could even raise a finger.
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N E.
I'm a fan.... During Happy hour.... Half off on most if not all apps. Top three: Chicago Nachos, Onion Ring Tower, and the Buffalo Wings. During normal hours, I think they are over priced, and would eat at Wildfire over them.
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Cat C.
Love the food! It's so good but they wait was so long! We had to wait 1 hour for a table, the hostess was super mean! Yelled at me not to color on the table. Even tho I'm 12 years old. Put us at the worst table so we asked to switch. We did but she was not happy about it. The food took for ever but is REALY good! The burger are amazing
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Ed A.
I came here with a friend who loves his place for their selection of good beer and great atmosphere. This place is located in the upscale mall The Glen in Glenview. It was nice to meander the sidewalks and check out the storefronts filled with merchandise I couldn't possibly afford. The mall was laid out nicely with about four other restaurants with food offerings that pretty much touched all the bases. The service was very good and our server could not have been more pleasant. The menu was large and varied with selections that satisfied any ethnic craving one could have. The layout of the restaurant was quite open, with a extremely large oval shaped bar centered in the room with tables most immediate to it and booths lining the perimeter of the restaurant. I wouldn't consider this a special occasion restaurant but more of a quick bite, get out of the house, pre-or post-bar hangout kind of place. The female servers are totally worth a visit and the beer selection will surely keep things fresh.
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Margaret G.
Went here after the movies - happy to see 3 spots at the bar. But it ended up being the worst bar service we've ever had. Totally ignored, it wasn't busy, bartenders helped the couple next to us. We were totally invisible. We left and went to Pinstrips where we were treated very nicely - as you should be when you're eating out! We'll never go here again.
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Venessa F.
Great beer selection- DUH- but the menu is great, too! I was here on a Friday night and has to struggle through crowds of rowdy teenagers find the place but I was glad to find a seat at the bar when I did. The sweet potato fries with maple syrup bacon dip was GREAT! It even made a good cold breakfast in the morning :)
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Lauren H.
Soo many beer options. GLUTEN FREE options. Amazing. They have a whole menu for it.
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Laila C.
The beers were great, the food was ok...They would probably be better if I got to eat my leftovers for breakfast the next morning more sober. Unfortunately, I have a wiley puppy who likes to steal and eat and puke up 3 lbs of leftover cheeseburgers. p.s. get the hummus plate! I NEVER order hummus when I go out but this was really good!
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Amber D.
This is our second time here and we won't be back. While the food was ok, and the beer selection amazing, we had one issue. My husbands roast beef dip was tainted. The meat had a rainbow hue to it. It was visibly spoiled. How this even made it onto a plate to be served is beyond me. What if he hadn't caught it??? We told our server, who was quick to offer another sandwich instead. When the bill came they didn't take it off. I understand they gave him another sandwich instead, but was making that $10 really worth losing a few customers over?!?
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Ewelina P.
best place ever. best food , so much beer , elegant . love it there , I go there all the time. their happy hours are great !
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Laura C.
This is one of my favorite places! I always love the chopped salad - no lettuce: corn, onion, celery, avocado, bacon, and pure deliciousness! I sub out the dressing with ranch and sometimes add grilled chicken. This is a simple and delightful meal and not too heavy! I haven't had a bad dish here. The beer- I couldn't possibly write all about since there is just so much! I recommend trying a beer blend - like a Snakebite for something different and new.
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Annie C.
I'm going to take one star off just because their food is way too overpriced and they don't have that grand of a selection. If you are going for food, I wouldn't choose this place right away, but if you're going for a nice wide range of beers, I would choose this place. I suggest the Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse. It went perfectly with the Southern Fried Chicken I ordered that laid on a bed of mashed potatoes with carrots and chives. Although, the dish was rather over-salted. I kept grabbing my drink. But overall that chicken literally melted in my mouth and fell off when I cut it. As for the service, it's mediocre. They were jam packed that night so the waiter did his best to serve us. Also the wait was about 30-45 minutes on a Thursday night considering how early or late you get there. I would say just give it a try! I enjoyed the beer, the chicken, and company.
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Tara G.
They have a lot of beer, so they have that going for them. The restaurant is very loud, has a crowded bar in the center and has very poor lighting. It's like they can't decide whether to be a sports bar or a fine dining facility. Nothing special unless you like alcohol.
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Allison M.
I really like Yard House, with its extensive beer selection and diverse menu. The atmosphere can be more restaurant-y or bar-y, depending on what you're looking for. There aren't a huge ton of healthy choices, and the portions are big, but as long as you know that in advance, it's really easy to enjoy yourself here!
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Sofia J.
YOUNGBERRY CHOCOLATE * Lindeman's Framboise & Young's Double Chocolate Stout I should end my review here. Ohhhhhhhhh but the lobster, crab, and artichoke dip is so good.... and so is the hawaiian poke stak, , and the spicy thai chicken pizza... but seriously... Chocolate and Raspberry beer.... a match made in heaven.
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Scott W.
I love their beer selection, but the food is a little spendy and never balances out on flavor or quality. Close but a good dollar or three above comparable places across the board. They try to jujsh it up with semi-fancy ingredients, but aren't all the way into fancyland. A deep and broad menu with a wide range of options. Lots of TVs. Its the kind of place the family can go so Dad and the boys can watch a game and Mom and the girls can have a good meal. The staff is semi attentive. It depends on how busy they are. They have a problem with timing and the nuances of knowing when someone is ready for service. But honestly, they've never had a full house the couple of times I've been there. So there is no reason why they shouldn't be better. We'd go back, but only for the beers and proximity to stuff in The Glen.
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William G.
I have been to both this location and the one in Pasadena, CA and I really like it. They have a wide variety of choices on the menu, and everything I have ever ordered has been good. The place itself has a nice atmosphere and I have always gotten good service. It can get more crowded/louder if there is a big sorts game on.
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Ben C.
Phenomenal service, food was delicious and quite kid friendly, even at 7:00pm on a friday night
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Mike L.
We sat and dined at the bar on a Saturday night. This appeared the route to go as there was a wait for tables in their vast dining area. Sitting at the bar we received friendly prompt service. Food was ordered and came out fast and very well timed...perfect to be honest with you. Ron was a great bar tender. Their beer selection is overwhelming and you should know what kind of beer you like or want to try out or it could be stressful to pick. Prices for some of the pints $6.75 area bit much but worth it if you like to try different beers. The atmosphere was casual and friendly it didn't seem too loud to me either. The food we ordered was all very good. Tacos (small street style), calamari, lettuce wraps, deviled eggs. All very tasty and unique. All we dined on this high quality bar food I wished we'd of ordered entrees as the ones I saw looked awesome. They appeared very sizeable and well presented. For me it's hard to pass up the bar food while drinking their awesome beers so a full meal seemd a bit much but next time I'll be dining full on with the beer.
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Jen W.
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Amy S.
I work in Northbrook and this has got to be my favorite lunch spot. They have decent lunch specials and seriously THE BEST food! My favorite is the Crunchy Ahi Tuna Salad, only about $10-12 or so. It is really fresh and crunchy and they put the perfect amount of dressing on top. They also have great burgers, insanely good mac and cheese, and a delicious bbq chicken salad. They have a great selection of beer - which is good for happy hours!
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Ashley S.
LOVE THIS BAR!!!! I had heard really good things about this place so we decided to check it out on Saturday. It was really busy, which is always a good sign! They have so many beers to choose from, it was overwhelming, so I stuck to what I know. The service was great and we got the lobster, crab and artichoke app and it was delicious! This seems like it'd be a really fun place for a little birthday get together. Plus it's in the Glenn which is probably one of my favorite places, soooooo much to do over there!
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Ian M.
Millions of cold beers, cold beers for me. Millions of cold beers, cold beers not for free... (my best Presidents of the USA impression) This classy tap house is simply glorious! So many different types of beers on tap to choose from that is simply just too hard to only stick with one. I always start with the Paulaner Hefe though. Delicious. The menu is on point as well but you just cant go wrong with sticking with some simple sliders. They have their own special Yardhouse sauce that compliments them wonderfully. The portions of the entrees are rather large and hearty. I have never left this place without a huge smile on my face and saying to myself... "When are we coming back?" Enjoy!! -Ian M.
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Connie H.
I was craving a burger so we decided to stop by Yardhouse for lunch before running some errands. I had the pepper crusted blue cheese burger, medium and they did just that. Often times restaurants like these can't seem to cook their burgers the way its ordered but Yardhouse did a good job. It wasn't the best I've ever had but it satisfied my craving and I love shoestring fries! The other people I went with also enjoyed their food. We shared a ahi poke bowl which was delicious, wish it came with one more fried wonton skin. I would have given 4 stars but the service could have been better. We had to flag down our waitress to refill our drinks each time. Also, someone accidentally knocked the fire alarm while taking out trash so we had to eat while it went off for a good 10min before the fireman came, however one of managers went around to each table to apologize and explain what was going on. The menu is extensive so lots of choices, I wouldn't mind going back again. There is also a pretty large bar with lots of different beers on tap (but our family doesn't really drink so I can't comment much on that).
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Derek C.
huge selection of beer and good food. the best reason to love this place. I don't exactly remember everything that we've tried, but the one stand out here is the mac and cheese with bacon. oh so good! I usually order it without the mushrooms tho. service has been really good every time we have gone with the servers being really attentive to drinks getting close to empty and any other needs. this place does get really packed tho, so be prepared for a wait if you come during dinner hours.
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Christine V.
I was pleasantly surprised with The Yard House. The options are seemingly endless. They have like a billion beers on tap (I lost count after 1 million) and the menu was nice as well. We had the crab and lobster artichoke dip which tasted awesome. It came with warm pita bread and tortilla chips and was enough to share with 3 other people. The place was packed on Saturday which is always a good thing, we snagged a table after my hubby made another couple really uncomfortable and stood next to them while they were still sitting (but they were obv ready to go). God love em :)
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Donna W.
This was my second time here -- and last. Although we were seated quickly, the noise level was deafening (although the place wasn't that crowded or boisterous) and it was freezing cold, even though we all had light jackets on. The waitress said she would ask about turning down the vent, but the place remained uncomfortably chilly throughout our dinner. Although we arrived well before six, by the time we got our drinks and asked about appetizers we were informed that it was now past six and the half-price deal was over. Not very customer friendly!! I ordered a hamburger w/mushrooms, and the waitress informed me that it would be $1.85 extra, which was high but acceptable -- but then my burger arrived mushroom-less! So disappointing - she did remove the fee from the bill, and a manager came over and apologized - but no offer to comp anything as compensation. Waitress continued to be elusive, and as a result we did not order a second round of drinks. Our meals were good, especially the shoestring fries - but for the price, they should be (I believe the burger was $12.95). All and all, for the money I expect much better service and atmosphere.
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Kaye D.
Came here for a friend's birthday dinner. There were at least 20 of us, and we all got to sit together... after they pushed a few tables together. The servers were great and figured out how the bills were split and our orders were correct. Kudos to them. Food was great. My husband and I shared an entree since we had just come from another event. That was enough for us. The Bulls game was also on, so the restaurant was pretty full. Seems appropriate since they have quite a beer list available. The same goes for their food as well.
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Lana Y.
This was my 3rd time here and my last! From the moment we walked in the hostesses weren't friendly and when they sat us we waited 10 minutes for our waitress to come by! The restaurant was not busy so there is no reason for us to wait that long. She finally came and just took our order without apologizing. I understand people have off days, but it's courtesy for the customer. Anyways, The kitchen messed up our order which we reminded the waitress twice and she finally came back with the manager. The manager apologized but oh well! It wasn't even worth going there and won't be going there again!
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Dominick M.
Solid place. Good service with an extensive menu for food and alcohol (almost a little too extensive). I have had mixed experiences with the food. The appetizers, entrees and deserts for the most part are good, but I recently got the BBQ bacon cheddar burger and it was just mediocre. The fries were the highlight of the meal. Love the atmosphere as it is holds an upscale, sports bar type decor. Overall, Yardhouse is a solid place, but would never be my first choice.
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Anthony C.
After a few more visits I have to upgrade my review from my previous post. We have gone a couple times during the week recently and found the food and service to be outstanding. Most of the appetizers are creative and well-prepared. The salads are fresh and generous in portions. The place seems really well managed and the waitstaff friendly and knowledgeable in regards to the menu and beer selection. My fears regarding the freshness of having over 100 beers on tap have been unfounded. Each beer selection to date has been cold and tasty. We will only dine here during the week because it just gets too noisy and busy on the weekends but the Yard House is a fantastic option for a midweek night out.
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David R.
Still a solid 3.5 stars. Even with the profusion of TV screens, this place seems too ascetic, so don't go for the personality because there is zero. But if you want to see obscure sports, stop by on a weekday lunchtime. Since there is hardly anything interesting going on in the mainstream sports, you are liable to see BMX racing or local semipro girls volleyball (no joke). However, setting all that aside, I can say that I have never had a bad meal here and usually the food is pretty darn good. I tend to get entree salads almost exclusively. They have a gigantic menu which is sure to please everyone, even if you roll with a large posse like I do. My last two visits have been groups of ten and thirteen, respectively. Somehow the group of ten got far slower service than the thirteen. Hit or miss! Yesterday we were taken care of pretty well, about as well as you could expect for such a large group. There was a serious lag between beverage orders and receiving the drinks, but the entrees came out a bit sooner than we had expected. Again, it's a good option for the area but there is nothing to distinguish these guys from a thousand other middlebrow American restaurants.
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Shyna H.
Excellent place with tons of beer options, loved the food the manager gave us a free most expensive dish of the bill because of a mixup.
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Scott F.
When you pay $10.75 for your martini, you want it WITHOUT ICE CUBES FLOATING ON TOP! Who does this? A bit of frost is expected to form on top of the drink, but not be riddled with icey chunks of what the martini was shaken from! So the bartender in me asks, Do you have a strainer? NOPE was the response. A bar not having a strainer? Why not, I asked? The manager came over and confirmed the idiocy of not having a strainer in the bar. "That's not how we do it" he claimed. I said yes, I know, you do not make a proper Martini! Call it something else, because it certainly is no Martini, my friend. I get the whole beer theme that this place boasts, but if you serve other drinks, you need the right equipment, or simply do not call them Martinis! The point of the shaker is to chill the drink, then let the customer enjoy the drink as intended. When you have ICE melting away in your Martini, your drink gets worse by the second, worse meaning more and more watered down. The moral to the story is give the customer what they want, not how YOU see it. Without customers, you do not exist.
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Paul S.
Ok food. Horrible service. What's a point to have drinks on the menu if you don't have them. Dirty plates were on the table during deserts. Had to wait for spoons for 10 min while ice cream melted. Would not be back.
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Alyssa P.
This was my first visit to Yard House and based on this visit I would love to go back again if I'm ever in/around Glenview. We went in around 4 pm, at that time they weren't very busy, however they had a lot of ppl on staff which I understood why b/c by 5 pm, the place got really busy. Everyone was very friendly; from the hostess, to our waitress (Erica) to the manager (?, I believe he was the manager). Erica was really helpful and explained about any items, if it was made differently then what we would typically get at a different restaurant, which I appreciated. The menu was extensive and there was a lot to choose from but since we were there between 3-6 pm, we where told about their Happy Hr specials and took advantage of that. The food came out quickly after orders were placed and the last item didn't come out at the same time. Manager came and explained that the pizza is going to take a lit' longer since it was burnt so it was being remade. To us, it wasn't that big of a deal since the wait didn't seem that long at all but again, very appreciated. I'm glad they did remake the pizza since that was one of my favorite app. The garlic noodles has good flavor but was a lit' too greasy for my taste, but other than that everything else we ordered was delicious. We were there for about 1 1/2 hrs and never felt rushed.
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Ashley C.
We came here on suggestion of a friend who was familiar in the area. This place was raved about for their beer selection and their good bar food. It was okay. Yes, they have a great beer selection and the make their other drinks nice and strong. We grabbed a table at around 11 on a Saturday night. We got some appetizers in to keep us going. It was all fried what we ordered and expectedly it was okay. Service was a bit slow, but friendly. I'd go back if I was in the area but that could also be because I have no clue where else I would go. Based on what we tried, I wouldn't likely go here for dinner. Drinks - pretty good. I guess the big theme was "okay."
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Duska K.
Cheeseburgers are pretty good and the fries are great. Went back last night with a friend for their Pomogranate Mojito, loved it and I would love to go back! Even though I rarely go to suburban bars and don't like to - this place is very decent and you don't feel strange sitting at the bar because it's the central location of the whole restaurant. Nice! Plus, there are tons of booths. Always a plus.
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Tiffany L.
Good selection of beers, try the beer floats. Ice cream and beer?? Better than you would think. I like the chicken nachos here sometimes. Other times it is too greasy. During happy hour it's a much smaller portion. Lame. And the Chicken Lettuce wraps were pretty good, I like how it comes with all the sauces.
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Peggy P.
Our large group is still raving about the FANTASTIC service we enjoyed this evening. Terrific food and impressive timing - the entire table was served at the exact same time. Special requests were handled in a flash. What a terrific place to dine after a movie.
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Monalisa M.
Love this brewery. Great beer selections and appetizers at the bar. Open till midnite, and bartenders are nice. Huge inside, so can be out with a huge group, or tucked away on a date. *thumbs up*
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Sean K.
I'm giving this place 5 stars for the vegetarian options. It's so nice to have a regular place have specialty foods. The other people I went with did not have the vegetarian/meat substitute items and had great meals as well. It's definitely a place for the beer lovers but even if you want a non-alcoholic drink, go there and try the flavored sodas.
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Kristen L.
Definitely great for drinks, not so much for food. They have a huge selection of beers to choose from and their mixed drinks are equally good. A little pricey, but well worth the price. The food on the other hand, is a different story. The portions are small and are not worth the money. The first time I went I ordered a grilled burger which was very dry and quite flavorless. The cheese, tomatoes, onions and lettuce didn't do anything for the burger. The second time I went, I ordered the angel hair pasta which uses olive oil as one of its ingredients, but the pasta was swimming in it. The only good thing was their banana creme brulee. The sugar coating was crispy and added just the right amount of sweetness to the creamy custard sitting below. There were also bananas torched in with the sugar which added a whole new dimension of flavor. The other time I went was with a group of about 15 people and we were all there for drinks. The server was very helpful and for it being pretty packed that night, she was fast with serving/refilling our drinks. Great drinks, great dessert, good service, not so great food.
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Nubia G.
I had a great experience here. First timer. My waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable. She was able to pair us up with the best beers from all over with just a couple of references to our specific palate. The food was a bit pricey but was good. To say, we even took home the left overs. I would love to go back again.
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Adam B.
I live an hour away from Glenview and my oh my, the drive was definitely worth it. I like the setup with the bar right in the middle and that it shows off the numerous draft beers, one of the really unique features of the Yard House. Also, I liked seeing booths specifically designed for large groups. We started with the chicken nachos. Now I am not the biggest nachos fan in the world, but these were far and away the best nachos I have ever tasted and I don't say that kind of thing easily. The chips were crisp and were topped with pinto beans, cheddar and jack cheese, chicken, red and green sauces, tomatoes, cilantro, onions, guacamole and sour cream. Everything tasted fresh, which is so rare the case with nachos. The cilantro, tomatoes, and green onions gave that fresh, vibrant taste. There were big chunks of chicken, my only complaint was there wasn't enough of it. Quality guacamole, which is essential to any order of nachos too! I would really get this every time I go back. Next I ordered the Cuban roast pork dip sandwich. Pressed french bread containing a lot of pork, roasted roma tomatoes, pepper jack , pickles, Dijon and garlic aïoli along with a side of BBQ au jus. The Dijon was a little strong, but the tomatoes and pickled helped balance the flavor. And I got the onion rings as my side. Dang, they know how to fry well. The onions were all very crisp with a delicious coating, and there was a nice taste of Miller lite in the batter as well. My companion ordered the NY strip sandwich and I got a taste. Now usually when you get a steak sandwich and it's one giant piece of beef, it is very hard to bite a piece of the steak off and you usually wind up cutting up the sandwich into small pieces. By contrast, this was one of the most tender pieces of beef I have ever had. It was cooked perfectly medium rare and I liked the fried onions on top as well. Plus, it had the same garlic aioli as the Cuban. The server did a fine job at keeping the drink glasses filled and did a good job at answering our menu questions, which we needed being first-timers. Granted the prices are a little higher than what I'd like and that's about the only reason I can't give it a 5-star rating. But for preparation and quality that good, I guess you get what you pay for.
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Liza K.
Believe it or not, I actually discovered this place in Oahu Hawaii. The minute I came home i googled it and saw that there was one in glenview, yay :) best pastrami in the whole world. Huge menu!! Huge beer selection best restaurant ever lol
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Mike W.
Nice place, good food but Joanne who took care of us was outstanding. I would request her by name on my next visit.
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Meg P.
I really like the artichoke appetizer and the eggplant pasta. Also the spicy rice bowl was good. Otherwise, the food is not very appetizing and the prices excessive.
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Kirstin E.
Went here with some girlfriends on a Saturday night. We went well after dinner hours and were still asked to wait 15-20 minutes for a table to open for 5 people. I thought this was a bit ridiculous, but oh well. A round of drinks will do at the bar. Our first waitress seemed a bit confused that we only wanted to sit together and have drinks at a booth instead of at the bar. She was very accommodating when we asked if we could order a bottle of champagne to celebrate a friend's engagement. They brought the champagne out as a surprise and also threw in a mini-cake/icecream with a candle. It was cute and my newly engaged friend was very happy and surprised! :) Our first waiter left and we were given a different one. He seemed like he wanted to join the party (fine) but was not fast on taking orders or bringing them, which was kind of disappointing seeing as they weren't that busy. As far as drink prices, I thought they were fair and not overpriced.
When they first opened, I would have given this place a 4. Now it's a lot of highschool kids and specials which were at a good hour, are now mid day or very late. The Yard of beer is no longer available either. Did I mention the highschool and younger crowd. Food is also very TGIF, Applebees, etc.
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Michael R.
All I can say is "Wow!" It's rare to go out with my entire family and have everyone so happy with their food. I had the Korean Pork Belly and Short Rib tacos and tuna poke and all of it it was delicious. The tuna poke is especially wonderful. The beer selection is one of the best in Chicagoland. I had a Three Floyds Gumballhead and a Half Acre Daisy Cutter, but I could have picked several more. The beer menu is well divided by style, making it easier to choose. Other favorites around the table included the veggie sliders, mac and cheese, deviled eggs and pretty much all the salads. Get there early as by the time we left at about 2pm, it was very crowded. I can't recommend Yard House highly enough.
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Nikhil A.
For Vegetarians looking for a good bar food (Vegi Wings, Pizza, Burgers) this place is AWESOME. I am fan of the Gardein Option of food. You can get wings...which go well with drinks. My favorite is Vegi Wings (firecracker) or chicken pizza (vegi chicken :)). The location is nice, GREAT beer selection and good crew. Place is chill and so is interior. Its little over priced, but oh well.... sometimes its ok :D . Bcos of popularity, it might be little busy sometimes, so having a reservation is a good idea.
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michael w.
as one might guess from the name, BIG beer selection, food is on the pricier side. Very crowded, very popular. Think Cheesecake Factory. If you like dropping that kind of coin, and that kind of food, then you will be just fine here.
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Nancy H.
Man, I love this place. I'm not in Glenview often, but whenever I am, this is my go-to place for really good brews and bar food. They're known for having the most varied amount of beers on tap! They have an extensive food menu too, but some of it is pan-Asian, which I don't think is necessary. I stick to the American basics. They have a happy hour menu too from 4-6 PM on weekdays, so certain appetizers are $5. There is plenty of seating in here (small booths, large booths, tables, and bar stools around the large center bar) and an outdoor patio. There are TVs galore for the sports fans. The hostesses and servers are usually very friendly too. You can try to find parking in front; if not, definitely in back in the parking structure.
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Sarah K.
I love the Yardhouse, considering I'd been to other Yardhouse locations... but the experience I had here last night wasn't so thrilling. The music wasn't upbeat, and my food didn't taste all that great (Parmesan Crusted Chicken). I was expecting a much better dish. I do have to admit that I like the fact that there wasn't a wait around 6:30ish. The one I normally go to is a 2+ hr wait.
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Tracy L.
Very large seating accommodations from the bar, to the booths and the tables. Food and beer selection large enough to satisfy anyone in your party with all different palates from your southern charm friends to your saucy asian friends and your regular comfort food american. girls, you MUST have the yardhouse "blend"... **Rose Garden**: (Hoegaarden White & Lindeman's Framboise) aka for all you non beer drinkers--berry flavored light wheat beer. framboise on its own tastes like pure syrup sugar that your pour onto shaved ice cones....imagine that! mmm mac and cheese^2 ? everyone raves about how it's their favorite bc of the truffle....but really? eh. it tastes commercialized...if that makes any sense. plus, you can make that at home. by far, the Bernaise burger steals the win on my taste buds!!
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Lois C.
I loved (you see the past tense) yardhouse but maybe not so much anymore. I only go to yardhouse for their happy hour, but there are so many better happy hour places to chose from that yardhouse may be last on my list from here on out. To begin, the hostess was rude. I was going to be with a party and I was looking around to see if my party was there yet and the hostess was staring at me giving me dirty looks. YES I can see you staring and giving me dirty looks even without looking at you. Aren't hostesses supposed to be friendly and welcoming? That's what I always thought at least. Next came our waitress. AGAIN, another rude employee. I can't believe how outwardly rude she was. Usually I'm pretty sensitive to rude people but my whole table agreed that her little smart comments and rude tone was not cutting it. And SERVICE is everything when it comes to a good restaurant experience. And to top it off, like my fellow friend and yelper, we found a dead fly in our lettuce wrap. Waitress was rude about taking it from us and getting help, but the manager on staff did come out and apologize and asked if we wanted a new order. How can I eat an order of lettuce wraps after seeing a dead fly in my lettuce? No thank you. At least he did take it off our total, but still... definitely could have experienced better.
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c g.
Beer selection is awesome but the staff is like a corporate stick in the Mud. No charm here.
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David R.
Good food and good service, we are big fans of this place.
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Yanyao N.
Currently my favorite waiter service place to eat in The Glen for a few reasons: - Booths galore. I really like to sit in on padded things. A comfortable tuckus makes for a happy Yanyao. - The music is fun! Classic rock gems that J adores and some that are familiar because they've been on Guitar Hero/Rock Band. Hee! - I imagine if I was a beer drinker, then I look at all the beer taps. They would make my eyes wide. Plus they have lambics. So tasty. - Pretty diverse menu. Good for when I feel indecisive. Anyhow, we came for a late midweek lunch. The place was pretty empty and quiet, perfect for listening to the Doobie Brothers and what not. More importantly, the food was pretty tasty. I'm pretty used to places butchering any time of ethnic sauce preparation (example: the spicy Thai at Leona's tastes like teriyaki... gross). The jerk wings taste mildly jerky! Surprise surprise, they're all drums too. Bonus points! I had tomato bisque (organic, tasty) and the chicken garlic noodles. Garlic and noodles: another 2 of my favorite food groups. This was lovely. Noodles, spinach, asparagus, ground chicken, shiitake mushrooms, edamame, smoked tofu, garlic. Very flavorful and I appreciated all the veggies. Also stole some of J's fries that accompanied his Cubano. Skinny, crisp, well-seasoned, DELICIOUS! So delicious that I declined ketchup (who wants that HFCS anyway?) It is a little pricey even during the lunch but they have happy hour at 3pm with reduced priced appetizers (SCORE). I hear some coconut shrimp calling my name. "Yanyaooooooooo! Come eat me!" I think I will.
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Rafael F.
Beer selection is great, fresh not sure. Selection is great. Food however, is A-OK. Not worth the money. Burgers are good and fries too! Can't go wrong. Ordered the mac and cheese. It has bacon, chicken, mushrooms and truffle oil. The truffle oil makes it disgusting so if you don't know what truffle oil is and don't like it, don't get truffle oil. I also think that chicken and mac and cheese don't go well together. Parmesan Crusted Chicken was ok. Nothing special. The take from this is go for the beers and appetizers. Don't waste your money and time with the dishes.
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Nikki C.
$3.25 for a glass of milk. So good it's printed on the little table menus under desserts. actually its iced cold milk for $3.25 before tax. You would hope this included a sneak peak at the milk wench's soft silky breast or at least a skin flick involving a milk maiden, a happy grass fed cow and some rubber gloves, but no. Not much fanfare or singing servers to gather around you as you are served your $3.25 glass of iced cold milk. You can always choose to skip the milk as some are lactose notlikey and save the $3.25 + tax for another enjoyable option at your local convenience store as this is certainly your prerogative. But if you order the fresh baked pan of brownie topped with a scoop of ice cream and don't order the milk...you just order failed. Its the equivalent of ordering salsa without chips, steak without sizzle, potatoes without mashed...etc. (and yes, I know this review is on the suck.;p) big huge place, beers on tap a plenty, but more of the safe and more generic popular kind, instead of the obscure once in a lifetime pours you would find if the beermaster were more of a geek with a better budget. I can say it is probably great "for the suburbs", but this argument is just the suck. anyways nobody drinks too much in the burbs because everybody drives in the burbs 'right'? the food, actually lets start with the menu. They Have EVERYTHING. at least it felt that way, many choices and most came out ok. looked better on the page and plate, but failed to deliver in the mouth, or in the tummy or in the soul. (please ease up on the ginger flakes covering up the salmon dish, maybe a little on top, but it really does not need to cover up the whole plate like a mound of bukake) I do prefer smaller menus, which help ensure larger budgets for better, fresher quality and more time to focus on tweaking recipes to higher RPM's, but being in the "burbs", with the bigbox store philosophy of something for everyone must apply here. Ok. I'll stop the rant already. ::This review is not for to be useful, funny or cool to another reader. Its more of a post it note for my brain in the future should I wonder if i ever DNA'd this place in the prior.:: Its great for the "burbs". Bring your mother's bridge club, order up and enjoy the really friendly servers and if you were smart enough to wear your winter jeans or stretchy pants can then enjoy the rest of the Glen with a slow calorie suburban burning walk.
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Brian L.
A place for lovers of beer, or at least they like trying beer. There are a million on tap, I'm sure each and every person will find a new beer that they enjoy (I had the vanilla stout, quite nice). The bartender was quite nice. She was helpful, and wasn't stuffy at all. The sliders were quite good (the meat wasn't a patty, but shredded beef) and the fries it came with were shoestring slices of deep fried heaven. I would've eaten the whole thing if I didn't have my incredible Hulk strength keeping me from them... Come on by, it's a good time. Large outdoor seating, large indoor seating.
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Mike D.
This is tap heaven for me...a ton of options on draft that don't let you down. The selection is assorted by type on their menu so it makes it easy to try something new or stay with your classics. We ordered sliders with fries between a big group of us and they were received with high regards. We were only here for a short time during off peak hours but the service was attentive and super-friendly. This is definitely a place I could see myself coming back to but mostly because of the beer selection! I would love to return and give their menu a thorough try.
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Lindsay M.
You can't really go wrong in a place that serves this many beers on tap! I've been to The Yardhouse twice.. I don't live to close but when I'm in the area my boyfriend and I usually like to stop in. First of all, I LOVE this neighborhood. It's like a town within a town.. so cute! The Yardhouse is HUGE and always seems to do a good amount of business. The first visit, we were put on a wait but it wasn't long at all and the host stand were on top of there job and really friendly and polite. Definitely like the fact that they support a lot of local breweries. We ordered our drinks and had one of the AHI appetizers. The fish was really delicious and nice and light.. I can't stand appetizers that are too filling. The first visit I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato bisque.. It was delicious. I had a bowl of soup again the second time again but this time tried one of the burgers, 'The Hawaiian.' It was good, not the best, but pretty good. I'm not a huge fan of the fries... but that's probably better for me in the long run anyway.. the last thing I need is to eat a pile of fries and gain a bunch of weight. Our server was really friendly and knowledgeable. As indecisive as I am, I'm usually always asking the server's opinion and our server was very helpful. The place is reasonably priced and the menu is pretty big. I love stopping in here. :)
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Pattie U.
I love this place and come whenever I can. The 1/2 off appetizers during Happy Hour is a great deal. I always over-order! They have a great menu chock-full of good stuff. My favorites are the spinach-artichoke dip and the creme brulee. They have a GREAT beer selection. Any place with Tripel Karmeliet is golden in my eyes. The only downside for me is that it's always crowded because it is popular, and rightfully so. Also unfortunately, a majority of the people who crowd this place are characteristic of Yard House's surroundings, which is a con in my eyes...
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O.M. R.
Been there a 2days ago. Tried the summer salad for dinner... 1word for it: DIVINE!
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Paddy O.
I went there for the second time today. Beer list is amazing and the service was capable. Burgers little small for the price. Chicken fingers meh beading fell off and they were pretty flavorless if you didn't dip them in the accompanying sauces . Like I said beer nice, food OK I really didn't think two burgers, four pints and an appetizer should cost $79. Before tip
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Liz A.
We were at the Glen around dinner time and had our 6 month old puppy with us. We noticed that the Yard House had outdoor seating that welcomed dogs, so we decided to eat there. Even though they were busy, we were seated promptly and the filled up the doggie water dish right away with fresh water. The menu was so huge I really didn't get past the appetizer and snack part, but instead ordered the grilled artichoke, the pasta with shitake and garlic, and the salad with soy citrus dressing. My husband had the tortilla soup and cobb salad. I was surprised at how good the food was, considering we'd only chosen the place because we could take our dog there....The artichoke was tasty although next time I will ask for lemon butter instead of the garlic aoli, which tasted like tartar sauce. The shitake pasta was fabulous! And a perfect modest dinner portion, which because it was an appetizer was only $5.95. The tortilla soup is more like a cheesy corn chowder but it was delicious also! The service was very attentive even with our being outside and at the end. It was such a pleasant dinner, I really couldn't have ask for any better. Matt the server was great and we will be back again with the dog and our kids this time.
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Brandon W.
I never thought I would be writing a one star review for a place that has so many beers on tap. This alone should be enough to rocket it into the five star sphere, however - it does not. Now note, this was not my first rodeo in the Yard House, I have come here before. With a good food selection, and an offering of a MNF happy hour, we thought we had struck gold. We came in and were promptly seated, right next to the door. Our server came over, and went on to explain their new fish selection and then left to get us water. Upon his return, we ordered our drinks (I ordered a Dirty Martini, extra dirty) - when it came it actually was not extra dirty, it actually seemed extra watery, and to top it off there were no olives - none. Really? Onto food. My wings were delivered nice and hot, along with our sliders and salad. We promptly asked for a couple extra plates so we can share some food (And i can put my wing bones somewhere) - our waiter was less than enthusiastic about performing this strenuous task, but it was done. Now lets break down the dishes. Our salad; We specifically asked for dressing on the side for the salad - they slathered it on. My wings; No blue cheese or ranch? What is this? Hooters?! The sliders; no ketchup or mustard at our table. Now we have to wait, about 5 minutes or so I spent looking around for the waiter - while our food gets colder and colder. Finally, the hostess comes up and asks if we need our server - we said yes, and she ran off to get him. As she approached him, I saw him make a less then thrilled, somewhat annoyed face as his dragged his feet back over to our table. We ask for ketchup, mustard and a side of blue cheese - he again looks annoyed and walks. I mean, there are fries with the sliders too - ketchup is a pretty common accoutrement to fries and burger. Finally, we get the ketchup, mustard and blue cheese, only to have our food go from warm to luke (room) temperature. Can you say, yum? ...didn't think so.
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Jay L.
Average food + average service = 2 stars Wait staff is always nice and seem attentive, but it is just a blahh place. I would choose many other places before i came to the Yard House, I have never been disappointed with anything on the menu, but nothing is above average....enjoy!
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T S.
seems to always please. never really had a bad meal or experience here. service excellent and a diverse menu of dishes, seem to do all well. the burger is choice, tender, ideal size, well chosen bun, just right amount of topping, fries, etc. salads are very good. kids menu relatively diverse, very large beer menu. overall, a dependable casual, slightly upscale pub feel that consistently impresses.
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Chickago K.
I've been going to this place since it opened. Good food, expensive, friendly staff, and quick service. Try sliders & onion ring tower with siracha. Happy hours 3-6.
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Nelson K.
Great ribs. I went here the other night and got the ribs full rack. I wasn't expecting much, but man I was really impressed. The sauce is really amazing with a little bit of spiciness. I would definitely come here again.
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Daphne L.
We've been threatening to go to dinner with our next door neighbors for months, so when they had a child-free Saturday night they asked us to do dinner and a movie. I assumed we'd be going somewhere in Evanston, but, they suggested The Glen (huh, the what?) and The Yardhouse for dinner. Based on some of the reviews here I was prepared to completely turn my nose up in snobbish disgust, but, well, if I'm being honest...it wasn't really that bad. In fact, it was downright enjoyable. We arrived before our friends, told the hostess we were waiting for the rest of our party, and she said she could either seat us right away or we could wait at the bar. First thumbs up of the night because I really detest it when a place won't seat you if the whole group isn't there. If you're drinking and maybe eating, what's the problem? The best thing about The Yardhouse is their great beer selection: they have everything from Belgian selections to microbreweries across the country. It was actually pretty surprising to see such a varied selection in, well, in Glenview. I went with a grape martini, and then a Gobstopper martini, which actually tasted just like the real thing. One dislike: there aren't prices listed for the beers and the martinis are all $10. When our friends arrived we ordered right away since we had a movie to catch. I had the Ahi Tuna (or something like that) Salad, and my husband had the Bearnaise Sliders; mini burgers topped with onion straws and Bearnaise sauce. Both were delicious; the salad was fresh, crisp, and the tuna was cooked perfectly, and the ginger dressing wasn't at all overpowering. The sliders were really really good, and the Bearnaise sauce was perfect. I don't usually like sliders anywhere other than White Castle because they tend to be overcooked and mealy, but these were a nice suprise. The sliders came with a huge portion of fries, so it makes a nice dish to share. Was it a top notch fine dining experience? No, but it was an enjoyable and tasty meal for a Saturday dinner & a movie date. Why only 3 stars? The food was good, nothing wrong with it, and the drinks and beer selection were great, but, it's a little overpriced for what it is. They do have happy hour appetizer deals, but overall I think they charge a bit too much for "bar & grill" food. And, they don't list beer prices on the menu, which I never like. We'll definitely go back, but it won't be at the top of our rotation.
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Jeff R.
This continues part II of the suburban tour at a place filled with old memories (even though The Glen is relatively new). I went to the Yard to meet an old friend and his wife for drinks and food the other week to catch up after a hectic summer. It's an appropriate location since they live in the northwest suburbs and I'm coming from the city. It also happens to be the location where many nights have been spent swapping stories on vacation holidays during the college years. The suburbs are not know for having "bars" to hang out at, so the Yard House become a de-factor hang out whenever we returned from school. Because everyone's schedule allowed, we were able to meet early enough to take advantage of happy-hour - 50% off most appetizers. We ordered a plethora of drinks and food. If you've never been or heard of the Yard House, they have the most extensive on-tap beer list that I have ever seen (impressive because it's a chain). Everything tasted good and drank well. We were relaxed sitting on their outside patio trading stories and drinking good beer. I don't' know that I've ever been there for a complete "meal," but I'm sure you'd have a good time if you did. We ordered five appetizers to share and they were sufficient for the entire time. We had a good but not amazing spinach and artichoke dip, Chinese style chicken lettuce cups, fresh poke stack, chicken nachos and a battered shrimp dish. My favorites were the lettuce cups and nachos, though the poke stack wasn't bad. It's hard to compare poke in Illinois having just come from Hawaii and fresh-as-can-be poke. The shrimp dish wasn't bad, but we were full and it was a bit much at the end of our meal. Nachos are hard to mess up and I like the pile-on approach. That was our meal with lots of good draft beer all-around. The yard house will remain a solid suburban choice for catching up and drinking good beer with friends. more pictures and reviews at my blog.
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D P.
This is a great place for vegetarians with all the Gardein options. They have over 100 beers on tap, always a great time here.
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Brittany S.
I came here to celebrate a special occasion with a couple of my Sorority Sisters, and was pleased with the food and service. Since I knew I was at a restaurant known for varieties of beer, I had to try something different. My attention was caught by the Beer Floats and the Beer Blends. I ordered a blend since I was craving something dark, but also something fruity. And although it's my first beer blend, it is definitely a new favorite! I had the Black Velvet which is a mix of Wyder's Pear Cider and Guinness Stout. The prices for Happy Hour wasn't too bad. I ordered the Calamari, which is no different than any other place. And tried the Pastrami Sliders, which comes with regular fries and a half of a pickle. I guess I expected more flavors from the burgers and calamari, but they were just ordinary.
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Mahsa T.
Yardhouse is probably one of my favorite restaurants in the Glen. It's large, casual and comfy, inexpensive, and always packed with a lively, boisterous crowd. They have a well-rounded menu serving everything from burgers and steak to fish and chips, pizza, egg rolls, and noodles. I've tried the crab cakes (wonderful), the chicken garlic noodles (mouth wateringly--good), the fish and chips (tasty and fresh), and the baked brownie with mint chocolate chip ice cream (heavenly!). Service is consistently good, they have very friendly servers who engage your group and make sure they answer any questions you have about menu items. They have a large bar area and plenty of TVs for sports viewing.This is the one place where families with small children, high school kids, and everyone in between seem to co-exist well together in a restaurant setting---maybe because it's so loud in there that no one can hear anyone else to be annoyed by them, which is a good thing.
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Brent W.
It had been over a year since going to Yard House and glad I made it back...actually it was sort of a no brainer bc my buddy and his wife were in from FL and they had a wedding at the country club just behind The Glen shopping center. Having several hours of down time with the Yard House next door = FTW. Started with the Seared Ahi Tuna which is amazballs and pretty much a compulsory start to your meal when dining here. Since I picked them up at Ohare the meal was on him so i'm going with the most expensive menu item the Ribeye Steak, obvi. It was really good and cooked to a nice Med Rare with a side of garlic mashed. I'm not sure how you can not like this place, hundreds of beer choices, most which are on Tap and a very solid food lineup.
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Len L.
WTF? Claims the largest beer selection on tap, or some other thing. It's large but not very exciting. Didn't see anything you can't get easily elsewhere. And what is with not having prices on the beer list. Your get one star because of that. It is not "cool" to force your customers to guess how much the tab will be. Food prices are kind of high for pub grub too. Our waiter TJ was great, kudos to him and great service.
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JD O.
This place has a ton of beers on tap, which is a great thing for beer drinkers, and a good selection of mixed drinks for lushes like myself. The restaurant is quite large, but nearly always busy. The service is serviceable, but not particularly amazing. I'm sure the staff have to juggle a huge number of tables at once. The onion ring tower is delicious, as well as the spinach dip! Those pita chip things? Agh, I could eat those forever. The pepper-crusted gorgonzola burger is delicious as well. Have to go back to try the truffle fries! It's a great place to take a date if you want to impress, but not go to a really stuffy, snooty place. It's a little too cool for a nerd like me to be completely comfortable, but it's a nice date place. Might be a little loud, but they've got a lot of seating, so you can avoid the loud spots somewhat. A good choice for a good meal in Glenview!
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Debora D.
3/16/2012 - We decided to sit at the bar as friends of ours were 20 minutes out, however, we were seated in 10 minutes anyway. My apologies to the bartender, we would have had wine and apps at the bar before moving to dinner. My intent was to have a small appetizer while we waited for the other 3 in our party to arrive from the airport. Unfortunately, the menu did not have anything small, to keep my grumpiness away. I ordered a side of french fries (very good by the way - skinny and crispy.) I ordered the (Mac & Cheese)2 [squared] - not mac and cheese at all, but pasta and chicken with a creamy sauce and bread crumbs. Huge portion, I took half back to the hotel, but excellent taste, had the left overs for dinner the next night and it was still too big to finish. Scott ordered Parmesan Crusted Chicken, also very good (he ate is all). I also tried the Shepherds Pie - excellent. The Cuban was disappointing, no salami, just pork and a different type of cheese than a traditional Cuban would have. Not bad tasting, just not like a Cuban. Room was very loud, wood floors and one large room with a bar in the center did make it tough to hear over the crowd on a Friday night. Our server Lina was fantastic and I would ask for her on the next trip!
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General T.
Food was awesome, great beer selection on tap. Very busy on the weekends
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K J.
I received a promotional ten dollar gift card in the mail from yard house. After checking out the menu online, we decided to hit up their happy hour. Ordered BBQ pizza, nachos, and lettuce wraps. The nachos were especially large and delicious. No skimping on beans, cheese, or chicken. Lettuce wraps were tasty with three different dipping sauces. BBQ pizza was tangy and delicious as well. Gum ball head draft... Awesome. Kids menu is great. Loved how they have healthy options for sides. Our server Christine was amazing. Great with kids, very helpful, checked in often without overdoing it. She was great. We will be back for another happy hour. Place gets packed by 7 on weekends. Get there before then to avoid a wait.
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Peter R.
I have been to The Yardhouse on several different occasions. What keeps me coming back is the abundant beer choices they have on tap. I have actually tasted almost half the beers on their menu, not at this restaurant, but throughout my adult beer drinking life. I would like to think of myself as a "beer aficionado" and l am always eager to try a new brew. One day I would like to just go to the main bar here and try out the rest of the beers I haven't had. I would most certainly pass out, but its not like that hasn't happened before. I have only had a couple of things on the menu here. I have tried the Parmesan Crusted Chicken, which is adequate, but nothing to Yelp about. I also have tried the Maui Chicken, which would be passable as "American style" Asian chicken fusion thing-a-ma-jig. Well, back to the beer...I would recommend you try the "Beer Blends" here. My favorites are the Snakebite (Wyder's Peach Cider & Harp) and Eclipse (Blue Moon & Guinness Stout). I wouldn't really go out of my way to this place for the food. I will recommend this place if your looking to eat and grab a brew. It's a guarantee that you will find a nice, ice cold beer to pair up with your food. If beer is not your thing, they also carry a good selection of wine, and a full bar. Just like the rating, this place is A-OK!
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Sandra S.
I dined here last night with two friends. I don't think I would have ever picked this place myself, but one of my friends is a huge beer aficionado. His selling point was, "130 beers on tap!" but all I heard was, "this place emphasizes beer over food and you'll be stuck eating lame chicken wings." Not so! I had the carne asada tacos and they were pretty great. I split a creme brulee with a friend and it was divine. I'll be back for sure.
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Amy F.
Went to Yard House even after reading the slow service reviews. I should have listened. I ordered the orange chicken. The sauce was watery and the rice inedible. I sent the rice back and requested steamed vegetables. Quick fix. I was really disappointed because I was starving and really wanted to have a great meal. The service. Horrible. There was wait staff lingering everywhere. But never ours waitress. She made us wait a LONG time to order the appetizers. Then once the food came she was never to return. When we needed refills or anything we had to find someone else. We saw multiple tables seated and they all had that look after a long while. The one that says they haven't even placed a drink order and they were trying to decide whether to stay or go. We had the same thought waiting for our waitress initially. We should have just paid out drink tab and left to eat elsewhere. Decor is good, drink selection fantastic, food... Nothing to write a positive review about this time, service- horrible. Two stars only because of the drinks.
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Karen K.
Yard House has spoiled me with their insane beer selection. Seriously, I can't go anywhere else anymore because I am always disappointed with 6 beers on tap. I need my 130 baby! Shock Top Raspberry...its fruity and sweet but so delicious. Too drinkable. The food here is really good too. Nothing gourmet or culinarily exciting, but always fresh and made to order. The burgers are an excellent choice, I enjoy them protein style.
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Fi Fi R.
We walked in and were quoted 30-40 min to be seated and we seated 5-10 min later. The night seemed wonderful so far. Our server David greeted us; took our drink, appetizer and kid's meal order. The drinks, appetizer and kid's meals came out very quickly, which was great. However, we were finished with appetizers before David came back to take our meal orders. We had to wait for our dinner for a while, but the refills and drinks took almost no time. The beer selection is AMAZING!!!! Gumballhead beer ROCKS (my fav)!!! I've dined here a few times before and had never bad a beer or any other drink!!! We were watching the teamwork that the employees of this restaurant have, and it is amazing!!! Great job guys!!! Overall the night turned out to be great, but I'm giving it 4 starts because it took a little while to take our order considering we had two kids with us.
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Adam B.
Plenty of other reviewers cover the details. Here are the headlines: Trendy vibe (for the suburbs), lively atmosphere, great beer selection, loads of interesting (if pricey) appetizers, thick and interesting burgers, pretty good service (they do try). It's nice to sit outside in good weather. Can be very crowded. Yes, it's a go-to place to hang out. Two thumbs up!
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Bill W.
Up and coming contender with humongous beer selection (really need 100 taps?) and decent-to-good food. Nice place to hang out with friends or family after a hard day's work shopping at the Glen! Upscale suburban Chicago eatery that is just that....a little bit of suburban heaven with an edge.
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Matthew C.
Great selection of beers and friendly waitstaff. I got the Gorgonzola burger and a Belgian Chimay Triple ale. The burger was tasty but slightly overcooked and the bun was soggy on the bottom. The whole fare (2 beers and burger w/fries) was just under $30, which seems a little pricey for what it was.
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Dana W.
First of all , love love the Glen of Glenview. Super cute and trendy area with great food choices as well as great shopping!! Von Maur is right there :) If your looking to grab a bite of tasty bar food plus a beer then this is the place. I swear they have over 30 different beers on tap alone at the bar! Plus I enjoyed their 'skinny drink' menu which featured some fun drinks with less the calories! My dinner choice was the bbq chopped salad which was very good! The portions aren't crazy big but are def. not small by any means... I guess you could say they are just right. I def. suggest trying this place out if you are in the area!
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Matthew F.
Wow, what an awful experience. Came in on the Sunday of the 4th of July weekend to grab an early dinner with my family. We were promptly seated outside on their nice little patio and began selecting our beers from their extensive draft list. We had plenty of time to do this as our server did not come to check in for at least 10 minutes. When she did arrive, she looked as if she were either completely hungover or perhaps still drunk from the night before. Either way, her demeanor was awkward and abrupt. She came back with 4 beers for our group of 6 and saying that the other two were either out or in the process of switching kegs. Another 10 minutes go by, and she comes with 1 of the 2 missing beers. The final beer did not come for another 10 minutes without any apology. We ordered a ton of food, most of which was pretty mediocre. The onion ring tower was great. The chicken nachos were room temperature, despite the platter being incredibly hot. My burger was served on some sort of ciabatta roll that fell apart and stuck to my fingers as I was eating. Not appetizing. Server came one more time, and 2 of the 6 were able to order refills on our beer. The other four did not have the privilege. A few minutes later, the waitress dropped the check at the table while muttering something under her breath. She did then refill our water glasses for the first time, which I'm assuming was her last ditch attempt at salvaging a tip. The lousy service would not have been as insulting had she not spent the rest of the time sitting at the table across from us WITH TWO MANAGERS. That's right, the staff was hanging out on the deck while ignoring the customers, and the managers were encouraging this behavior by sitting with them. Totally unprofessional behavior for any restaurant staff, let alone manager. After an experience like this, I'll usually call the restaurant the next day to let the manager know of my less than great experience. However, as the managers were a part of the problem, they likely know just how poorly managed the restaurant is, and don't care to change.
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Gerald M.
I have been here for work parties and with my 4 year old kids. They have good food for everyone. Service has always been great. And how can you go wrong with all those beers?
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vince v.
Good food,flights of beer and great ambiance. But do not go during the week way to many kids running around,I don't think there were enough timeouts!!!!! Will try again on a weekend night or maybe a quick lunch.All in all very good food& drinks.
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Ericka A.
Yard House boasts of their 100+ beers on tap, which makes them the largest draught beer provider in the world. Granted, not all of these beers are going to please. To each their own. But with 100+, it's hard to go wrong. My first beer was the He'brew pomegranate ale, which I thought would be amazing since I'm a big fan of almost all things pomegranate. The beer wasn't bad, a hint of sweet, but not what I was looking for. They were out of Harp, so they weren't able to make a lot of the mixed beer concoctions. The waitress suggested a Black Velvet - stout and pear cider. Again, not anything that impressed me; however, the pear cider half was pretty good. They also have many of the beers that I know I like. Clam chowder was some of the best I've had. All of the food looked good and my friends enjoyed it. I ordered the pint sized pear/apple cobbler with caramel ice cream and exclaimed, "OH MY GOD!" Not an exaggeration. Service was slow at some moments, but overall we were taken care of.
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Ben F.
great place for beer and food is good to. I loved the turkey burger and sweet potato fries!
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Andrew H.
happy hour menu is great. Also a good place to meet up with old faces from H.S. I used to go to the yard house in LA LIVE and the location in Pasadena, Cali. The problem with Yardhouse is that their food is very inconsistent and their service is even more inconsistent.
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Effie B.
Daniel was an amazing waiter. He was friendly and very helpful. As an extreme out of towner he was very patient and explained the entrees that they served. There was a slight mix up with the order but they were extremely apologetic and accommodating. Definitely a great location for a very special night out.
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Kelz M.
I don't often find myself dining in suburban eateries. Certainly not in northern suburbs. Definitely not in Glenview. Last night was an exception, a la suburban friends of mine who offered to transport me from my cozy Lincoln Park home to ... well, Glenview. So my friends, their adorable mother (who recently had foot surgery - it's relevant) and I headed to Yard House. As we pulled up to the door to let my friends' mama out, some chick in her Lexus SUV behind us begins to honk. And honk and honk obnoxiously. I ignored this graciously. Until she power-rolled down her window just to yell into the bitterly cold night air, "You know, that's a REALLY stupid place to get out of a car!!" to which I reply, "ehhhh, get-ovah-yaself!!" Chick-in-Lexus looked as though I'd just slapped her, then scurried off wordlessly. "Huh!" I thought. "That's it?" My friends later informed me that, at least in Glenview, they're used to saying snarky comments but they're NOT used to getting a reply when they do. Whoopsie! Anyway, the whole thing kind of got my Yard House attitude off on the wrong foot. Thank goodness, the food and the staff were wonderful. Our server (Craig? Kyle? Fernando? one of those trendy, monosyllabic names...) was helpful, informative, and quick with our food and drinks without hovering (this, I like very much). We had the spinach dip (very good) but the korean beef appetizer stole the pre-dinner show by a landslide. Mmmm-MM! That beef was tender, full of flavour - fabulous! For dinner, I had the Blue Crab Cake Sandwich - it was a bit pricey but delicious. And the portions at Yard House are H.U.G.E. - so huge that I had to take half of my sandwich and fries home with me. Which reminds me - additional bonus: everything reheated very well and I didn't hate having a blue crab cake sandwich for dinner two nights in a row! :-D As many have already mentioned, Yard House's shining glory is their 100+ beers on draft. I'm not much of a beer drinker but I was still impressed by the offerings on tap. Maybe I'll give one of them a try when summer rolls around... cold draft beer with a thick juicy steak? Now we're talkin'!
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Heather L.
Came here to watch football while my kids were at a kiddie birthday party on a recent Sunday. I was thrilled to see the Packers game on, among others. Decided this was a much better place to hang out for two hours than the ubiquitous Starbucks, so I bellied up to the bar and got my football on. The room is a big open square, in the high ceilinged upscale warehousy kind of way. Huge oval bar in the middle with every beer imaginable. The huge ten foot windows made it a bright cheery place even on a cloudy day. Nice pple watching outside but the plasma screens all around keep you in the game. They could be a little bigger but those who came to dine might disagree. My guess is this doesn't have the sports bar feel at other times. The $9 Bloody Mary seemed a little steep. It was nicely seasoned but not much of a garnish for that pricetag. A domestic pint will cost you $3.50 - a bit more reasonable. The food did look very pretty and yummy. I will be back. Kid friendly place too. Not just a bar, lot's of families. Friendly patrons and staff made it not too awkward for a lady alone wanting to watch her Packers.
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Dylan B.
I went here a month or so ago for a work party, and was totally satisfied. I had a cheddar bacon burger, which was decent, but I was (as most people probably are) blown away by the beer selection. I would definitely recommend it for a group outing.
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Cassie S.
Holy beer selection batman!! If my review was based on beer selection alone, this would be a no-brainer 5-star review. It isn't though. What knocked it down, you may ask? For starters - it is really pricey for what it is (esp. the burgers and sandwiches) so your check is likely to be pretty high unless you luck out and get here for happy hour when apps are 1/2 priced. Also, it was crazy noisy last night and, sitting at a table eating dinner (and drinking yummy beers), we could barely hear each other. Finally, too many tvs for my taste (I know, this is part of the appeal of the bar to some people, but I hate it when there is NOWHERE in the whole restaurant/bar area to sit that doesn't have a clear view of a television - makes it very difficult to hold meaningful conversation). I'd come back next time I'm staying in the burbs and need to hit a bar, but just for the drinks, not the food. Oh, and major bonus points for having beer floats - I can't begin to tell you how excited this made my boyfriend!
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Rita P.
One star lost for the higher prices (and some super high calorie foods). However, they are not enough to deter me because everything is delicious. The menu is large but not overwhelming. The beer menu is wide and varied, and they will even make recommendations if you are new to the world of beer. Their cocktails are yummy too. The best thing about this place is the atmosphere. It's the perfect mix of a restaurant and sports bar- a great place to catch the game over drinks and 1/2 price appetizers. Also a great place for dinner. Fantastically polite service, willing to make recommendations.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Garage, Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Loud Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Mon, Fri, Sat Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Dogs Allowed : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Abby J.
I took my dad here for Father's Day. We arrived around 4:30 and were told it was a 10-20 minute wait. There were several open tables that were being held for reservations. Fine, it's a holiday, it's going to be busy, but the hostesses seemed very disorganized (perhaps because there were 4 of them). After we'd been waiting for more than 20 mins the manager told the hostesses to seat us at one of the open tables. We appreciated the gesture, but our server was so inattentive that I would've rather waited longer if it meant better service. A runner brought out our appetizer and we had to flag down our server to ask for silverware. Our entrees came out before we finished our appetizer, also brought out by a runner, who lived up to the title - he came and went in the blink of an eye, so I didn't have the chance to tell him that what he brought was wrong. I'd ordered the classic sliders and was given the bearnaise sliders. Not sure if our server wrote it down wrong or the kitchen messed up. Our server had vanished, I literally did not see her anywhere in the restaurant for an entire fifteen minutes after our food came out, so I couldn't send it back. I also needed a refill on my drink that entire time. The only point at which she was almost attentive was after bringing the check; she came right back to run the credit card, but then didn't bring a pen with the receipt. My dad had to go up to the hostess stand and ask for one because we weren't willing to wait what would probably be another 15 minutes before our server returned. It was after 6 by the time we left. The food was good which is why I'm giving 3 stars, but the service is seriously lacking. I don't live in the area so I certainly won't be back, but I doubt my dad will either unless it's just for the bar.
(3)Stephanie C.
Great time, delicious food. Disappointed that the cat in the yelp photos was not there.
(5)Lora D.
This place is alright. I like their patio. Their appetizers are solid especially half price during happy hour from 3-6. My BIGGEST complaint would be that their beer is not cold enough, if at all. Frosty mugs and lowering the temp in your beer cooler might fix this problem?? I don't know, but if you have a patio and people drinking on a warm afternoon, your beer at least has to come out cold.
(3)Matt L.
Went here for a business dinner, the food was very good, the setting was casual but still nice. Our server really had no idea what she was doing, but the other positives outweighed that annoyance. Overall a good experience and exactly what you would expect from this type of restaurant.
(3)Brian K.
This place is awesome. I always get the fillet and mash it is great. the service is professional and there so many different types of beers that you can taste all of them.
(5)Aswinikumar A.
Good drinks and food. To expensive for the quantity. Customer Service was OK the day I went.
(3)Pita J.
Would NEVER recommend to anyone to go to this place, i don't care how good the beer selection is or how nice the 2 bartenders where, when the felt like actually bar tending. When your hostess is that rude the second you walk in the door, and bar tendering is your 2nd priority, as a bartender there and then you get sick from the food. good luck if you go in there, its at your own risk. I can say Clean place. Sterile burb atmosphere for sure. Incredibly SUPER RUDE hostess. The second our group walked in the door, she literally said "bye, thanks for coming, have a goodnight, bye". With a sarcastic smile on her face. It literally took me a minute to process that she was being completely sarcastic and totally bitchy. We did absolutely nothing to deserve it, except maybe we didn't look like her normal yuppy clientele We would've walked right out except the rest of my group said, there's people meeting us here, so lets just get a beer. and then figure out where else to go. This was at 10:30 on a saturday night. Because we had people stagger in and the one bartender was super polite and got us drinks right away, we stayed. The staff then became nonexistent. and were more concerned about cleaning up and closing duties than actually refilling our drinks at 10:30 at night. Polite but you had to wait 20 min to even have someone walk by to see if we needed anything. We were the only people at the bar, and there were about 7 tables with people at them. Ended up order a few appetizers and we got sick or bad upset stomachs. If you feel like playing russian roulette with getting service from a food service business, and with your stomach - have fun with this one.
(1)Tasha P.
I'm too cheap to go here for anything but the happy hour specials, and it's hit or miss sometimes. Even at the discounted $6, i don't think it's worth it for the pizza. Ahi sliders were not that good. Ahi Sashimi however, same as my original review, did not fail to impress. It's my reigning favorite! Regular burger sliders are just fine. It's cool that they come with fries, even as an appetizer. Service can be unctuous, as I discovered on my last visit. My server insisted on calling me "sweetie", although I must be at least a decade older than her. Service is usually fine though. I'm a grown adult, and I like to be treated as such. Although the beer is reliable and my Ahi sashimi still makes my mouth water, I probably won't be back for a long while. This last visit wasn't as pleasant. Response to Owner Comment: Thanks Justin, for your reply. I think I may have been harsh in my criticism. Being called "sweetie" happens to be a pet peeve of mine, but others may enjoy it so I'm sure readers will take that portion with a grain of salt, and probably think I'm a big B for calling it out. I added another star because I appreciate your commitment to customer satisfaction, but I'm not emailing you because I hope you don't think I'm looking for freebies and I don't want to get anyone in trouble.
(3)Renata K.
Best place to eat and drink! I totally recommend red potatoes french fries, they are to die for
(5)Tom K.
In a dandy Glenview shopping area across from Dick's sporting goods.(was this the old naval air station?) Large reception desk says this is a restaurant, not a bar. But in the center is a huge oval bar; dark wood, wood trimmed bar edge, with a brushed stainless steel top. When I go out, I need to have a good beer. This place has 114 taps! OK, 3 are light beers. Seats at least 30. It is not your cozy corner bar. Some jeans and a good number of dress slacks and button shirts (including me) on a Tuesday at 8 P.M. Ron the bar tender was surprisingly nice. He had time to chat even though the bar was packed. The food was great. Excellent Roast beef piled high with horseradish sauce on the side. French fries were too skinny for me. 12 bucks. A digital flat screen "chalkboard" goes with the dandy neighborhood. 12 TVs are spread around this huge room ; mostly sports. I had a good experience: huge selection of great beer., cool bartender, great food. It just lacks a bit of coziness.
(4)Joanna J.
I've been here on several occasions and the food is always delicious! The onion ring tower comes with two sauces. The sliders are also tasty. The burgers are juicy and flavorful, and you can tell they are made with fresh, quality meat. Their fries are shoestring and also great. We've also had many fabulous steaks from here, including the peppercorn fillet. The kid's meal comes with an entree, side of your choice, drink and dessert! The freshly baked brownie with ice cream is A-mazing! If you visit between 3 and 6, you can order a few half-priced appetizers and share with friends as meals! Drinks are also good-I'm a cocktail girl so I've enjoyed many of those, but the beer selection looks VERY extensive, and my husband enjoys trying a couple different flavors at each visit. Service is usually pretty good.
(5)Jackie S.
As a a Glenview native, I've been going to Yardhouse for years. The good: They have one of the best beer selections in the north suburbs. If you love beer, you'll love this place. The food is pretty good (if it's brought to you when it should be). I'm a big fan of the onion ring tower, the (Mac + Cheese)2 and the Angel Hair Pasta. Pizzas and burgers are good as well. The not-so-good: Inconsistent service. I've seen anywhere from good service to terrible service. Unfortunately, I've seen more of the latter (at least lately). Overall, if you're looking for a good beer and a huge menu, this place is for you.
(3)Chris B.
Be sure to ask for Bryn, great service. She had great recommendations and was super friendly. The food of course was great. Awesome beer menu. 5 star service all round.
(5)Mohammed K.
This is one of my all time favorite sports bar. The pastrami sandwich is out this world.
(5)Cat C.
Love the food! It's so good but they wait was so long! We had to wait 1 hour for a table, the hostess was super mean! Yelled at me not to color on the table. Even tho I'm 12 years old. Put us at the worst table so we asked to switch. We did but she was not happy about it. The food took for ever but is REALY good! The burger are amazing
(3)Jennifer L.
Yard House has become a mainstay in my book when it comes to having that "go to" restaurant when you just can't decide where to hightail it to for some grub. Because let's face it, they pretty much have EVERYTHING. A beer list a mile long and what seems like a hundred different options from appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, seafood, pastas and desserts. This is an all around "people pleasing" place, it literally has something for everyone. I'd say 50% of my visits here are because of the dynamite happy hour. They have a great selection of half price appetizers, pizzas and sliders Monday - Friday from 3pm to 6pm and Sunday - Thursday from 10pm - 11pm. I'm partial to the Chicken Nachos and Chicken Lettuce Wraps because they never disappoint. Hook me up with some Snakebite or a Citrus Crush off their Fresh & Skinny drink menu and I'll be your best friend the rest of the night. And if you haven't tried their fresh baked brownie yet... you don't know what you're missing, pal. Little piece of heaven delivered right to your table. As a heads up, it can get VERY busy, even at the weirdest times (like 8pm on a Wednesday night). But I'd say they're especially slammed during the summer, so be prepared to wait unless you made a reservation.
(4)Fancy N.
I love coming to the Glen, and sitting outside the Yardhouse and people watching. Some reviewer stated the Glen is a cookie cutter outlet mall setting. Couldn't be further from the truth. While it was a previous Naval base, it is an upscale neighborhood, and the stores are boutique style, not outlet. There is a Dicks and Carters, but rest are small mom & pop individual not chain, much less outlet stores. Now that, that is clear, the food... its pretty good. I like their burgers, each has some funky combination, like pineapple/mango salsa burger, the onion gorgonzola is my favorite. But seriously, the best is the tortilla soup. It has big chucks of chicken, fresh slices of avocado, and is rich and creamy. I sometimes just come for the soup, its that good. Service is hit or miss, and I've found it doesn't really even matter if the place is busy. On a Sat afternoon we came with a group of 6, the place was packed, service was attentive and quick. On a Sunday afternoon where it was half empty, we got our food relatively quickly, but drink refills or bill took about an hour. Made me want to get up and leave. If you are calling ahead to make a reservation, be very clear who is in your party. Once we came with a larger group, forgot to note that we had kids with us, they sat us right by the bar, and the whole time we had servers walking up the bar to get drinks and bumping and spilling a little on our kids.
(4)Steven T.
So having eaten here numerous times, I can feel very confident saying that the food is better than mediocre and worse than good......I don't know a good word for that ('almost good'). I never walk away thinking that the quality of food to price paid was that bad (nor that good), but what keeps me coming back is the location, ability to manage a group of two to fifteen pretty easily, and the wonderful beer selection. I am very appreciative of their variety and different daily selections especially as they have a very wide variety of beers. Service has consistently been very good and friendly. The only reason why I didn't give this a fourth star is that the food is 'almost good'
(3)Ron H.
I went to yardhouse this past weekend with a group of my friends and was a bit disappointed by the experience. The atmosphere is quite nice and pretty casual. It's also pretty busy, which I took as a good sign about the quality of the food there. As a table, we got as appetizers the chicken nachos and onion ring tower which i think were the only good thing about our meal. We were pleasantly surprised by the chicken nachos that it was really the only time we've ever had nachos where you actually run out of chips for the amount of toppings. However, the entrees left something to be desired. We got the halibut, shrimp pasta, roast beef sandwich, and southern fried chicken. Each one was disappointing except for the roast beef. My wife got the halibut, which was cooked nicely but had very little flavor. It slightly like eating a sponge (which i have admittedly little experience in). Even the sauce seemed strangely bitter. The best part of that plate was the mashed potatoes but it's pretty hard to mess up mashed potatoes. My wife even went as far as to say it was the worst fish dish she's had. The southern fried chicken, like the halibut, had great texture and a great crunch but really didn't have any flavor. The waitress we had asked if my friend wanted the small or large portion of shrimp pasta and he said large. Upon arrival of the dish, it was so small that we thought the waitress had misheard his order. The flavor was good though. The roast beef sandwich was quite good especially the au jus it comes with. Would definitely recommend it. Overall, the dinner was quite disappointing and we were all a bit mystified as to why every time we drive by here, it seems to be packed. Maybe it was an off night for them or we just ordered wrong (even though the chicken was off of their "favorites" section). We also didn't try any of their beers which seems like it might be a major draw for the crowds. For a place that has food in around the same price range as cheesecake factory, I was definitely disappointed.
(2)Michelle S.
Come on Yard House. Two locations within a week in two different states and they were both shit. Total disappointment. We came on a Tuesday for dinner and it was packed. No big deal we'll wait. Service was horrendous. From the hostess stand to the server it all stunk. And I'll put up with a decent amount of crap but this was just bad. It took forever to get a server to our table after we waited 40 minutes to be seated. Tack on another 15 for water and that's absurd. Even more so when there are children at the table. Water arrives, she takes our drink order and then disappears again for another 10 even though we were ready to order. We wait, and wait and wait. She takes the order for her giant table next to us (think 20 men in business clothes who already had food and drink on the table) and then takes our order. Once our food did arrive (2 kids pizzas, a soup/salad) mine plate was still missing (another salad) and that took another 5+ minutes to arrive. Not to mention that a salad never made it to the table for one of the kids and the french fries didn't arrive until the end of the meal. Cups sat empty and never got refilled. And then the check got dropped off and our server never came back. I took it to the hostess stand where they whisked it off to someone and someone else brought it back to us. Unacceptable. The whole experience took entirely too long. I don't mind waiting for a table, I understand that part. I don't understand the shitty service and the long long wait for everything else inside. I can say with certainty that I will not be back to this location.
(1)Peter S.
One of my favorite places for late-night eats and drinks. They have a very broad menu, featuring all kinds of pub foods and unique dishes, which should sate the pickiest or most adventurous of your friends. The list of beers on tap takes up the whole first 3 pages of the menu, and includes several of my favorite stouts. They have plenty of dishes you can share, if you're just want to nibble while drinking. They have large dinner plates, when you've got a killer appetite. They frequently have new dishes, as well as specials. Be sure to swing by during happy hour. I personally enjoy their vegetarian options, which are very savory and well prepared. There are TVs everywhere, so there's a good chance whatever event you want to watch can be seen. The atmosphere is very nice - between a sports bar and a casual restaurant - and clean. The staff are very friendly, and do what they can to keep you happy. I'm glad we managed to score a Yardhouse restaurant nearby, as it's become one of my favoraite late-night go-to locations.
(5)Ayesha B.
The vibe is fun and upbeat at this place. Been here twice, the first time I was very unsatisfied and left hungry I ordered from the sea food menu and the portion was tiny. The second time I ordered a gardein burger and was surprised that it tasted like meat. But didn't completely blow me away. I have had better burgers. I Am also not a fan of the thin cut fries. I really like service but it's always busy so be sure to make a reservation.
(3)Rosanna L.
It was a popping place on a Thursday night. Busy, loud, a good atmosphere for our party of 16. We were celebrating our sorority chapter's 10th anniversary and Yard House had the space and the right vibe for it. Service: really slow, not tentative (at least at our table, we had 2 tables). Some of the soup orders were messed up and they took a long time. For whatever reason, our entrees came out when the other table was almost half way done with their food. Even though we ordered around the same time. We had to constantly raise our hands to get our water refilled. Food: definitely makes up for the lack of service. Everyone raved about their starters and entrees, not a bad one out of the bunch. A few starters that I tried and really liked were: chicken tortilla soup and the seared ahi salmon. Entrees: southern fried chicken and the mac and cheese! My personal entree was a turkey burger on whole wheat bread with sweet potato fries. Absolutely love the sweet potato fries, delicious and tasty! The burger itself was average, lacked flavor. It came topped with mozzerella and roasted roma tomatoes, but I'm more of the avocado and swiss kind of girl. Had a great time and everyone seemed to enjoy their experience. Can't wait to go back to watch some games at their bar!
(4)Steve M.
I have never seen so many beer choices on tap. Of course great beer but the food is good as well. I had a pastrami with jalapeno pepper on it and I have to say that I would order it again. A good place to go after work with many television to watch the games. So I went back and ordered the same sandwich and the pastrami has so much fat I couldn't chew it. Oh well
(4)Dave V.
Yes they have some decent food. If you dont mind FOOD POISONING!!! Both my friend and I went to eat here as we always did when he was in town from the Corps. This was december 30th and we both had woken up with hardcore food poisoning, ruining our New Years plans. what i dont get is that both our food was well cooked so either they served us old/bad food or their staff is freaking dirty. Aside from that, their food is over priced and they have HORRIBLE SERVICE. I have met 1 staff member there that i have found to be enjoyable, keep in mind i have been here tons of time because of its convenience. They have a great selection of beers though, and thats the only good thing about them. I wont ever step foot in there again and you better believe that everyone i meet will know not to go there.
(1)Tricia D.
I hadn't rendezvoused into this place in a long time, but somehow had lunch here twice in a week! They have a nice $8-9 one page lunch menu, that offers a pick 2 choice of half a sammich/cup of soup/side salad. On both visits, I got the half of a crabcake hoagie with a field green salad. Winner! The crabcake was fresh, hearty, and well rounded in flavor. Insert shameless plug for the trio of mini desserts. It's a great offering of a mini choc souffle, peach apple cobbler, and lemon souffle, ALL a la mode for $9. Check out that caramel ice cream on the cobbler! Our waiter David on the second visit provided exceptional service, keeping an eye on our drinks and bringing refills before we could even raise a finger.
(4)N E.
I'm a fan.... During Happy hour.... Half off on most if not all apps. Top three: Chicago Nachos, Onion Ring Tower, and the Buffalo Wings. During normal hours, I think they are over priced, and would eat at Wildfire over them.
(3)Ed A.
I came here with a friend who loves his place for their selection of good beer and great atmosphere. This place is located in the upscale mall The Glen in Glenview. It was nice to meander the sidewalks and check out the storefronts filled with merchandise I couldn't possibly afford. The mall was laid out nicely with about four other restaurants with food offerings that pretty much touched all the bases. The service was very good and our server could not have been more pleasant. The menu was large and varied with selections that satisfied any ethnic craving one could have. The layout of the restaurant was quite open, with a extremely large oval shaped bar centered in the room with tables most immediate to it and booths lining the perimeter of the restaurant. I wouldn't consider this a special occasion restaurant but more of a quick bite, get out of the house, pre-or post-bar hangout kind of place. The female servers are totally worth a visit and the beer selection will surely keep things fresh.
(3)Margaret G.
Went here after the movies - happy to see 3 spots at the bar. But it ended up being the worst bar service we've ever had. Totally ignored, it wasn't busy, bartenders helped the couple next to us. We were totally invisible. We left and went to Pinstrips where we were treated very nicely - as you should be when you're eating out! We'll never go here again.
(1)Venessa F.
Great beer selection- DUH- but the menu is great, too! I was here on a Friday night and has to struggle through crowds of rowdy teenagers find the place but I was glad to find a seat at the bar when I did. The sweet potato fries with maple syrup bacon dip was GREAT! It even made a good cold breakfast in the morning :)
(5)Lauren H.
Soo many beer options. GLUTEN FREE options. Amazing. They have a whole menu for it.
(5)Laila C.
The beers were great, the food was ok...They would probably be better if I got to eat my leftovers for breakfast the next morning more sober. Unfortunately, I have a wiley puppy who likes to steal and eat and puke up 3 lbs of leftover cheeseburgers. p.s. get the hummus plate! I NEVER order hummus when I go out but this was really good!
(3)Amber D.
This is our second time here and we won't be back. While the food was ok, and the beer selection amazing, we had one issue. My husbands roast beef dip was tainted. The meat had a rainbow hue to it. It was visibly spoiled. How this even made it onto a plate to be served is beyond me. What if he hadn't caught it??? We told our server, who was quick to offer another sandwich instead. When the bill came they didn't take it off. I understand they gave him another sandwich instead, but was making that $10 really worth losing a few customers over?!?
(2)Ewelina P.
best place ever. best food , so much beer , elegant . love it there , I go there all the time. their happy hours are great !
(5)Laura C.
This is one of my favorite places! I always love the chopped salad - no lettuce: corn, onion, celery, avocado, bacon, and pure deliciousness! I sub out the dressing with ranch and sometimes add grilled chicken. This is a simple and delightful meal and not too heavy! I haven't had a bad dish here. The beer- I couldn't possibly write all about since there is just so much! I recommend trying a beer blend - like a Snakebite for something different and new.
(5)Annie C.
I'm going to take one star off just because their food is way too overpriced and they don't have that grand of a selection. If you are going for food, I wouldn't choose this place right away, but if you're going for a nice wide range of beers, I would choose this place. I suggest the Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse. It went perfectly with the Southern Fried Chicken I ordered that laid on a bed of mashed potatoes with carrots and chives. Although, the dish was rather over-salted. I kept grabbing my drink. But overall that chicken literally melted in my mouth and fell off when I cut it. As for the service, it's mediocre. They were jam packed that night so the waiter did his best to serve us. Also the wait was about 30-45 minutes on a Thursday night considering how early or late you get there. I would say just give it a try! I enjoyed the beer, the chicken, and company.
(3)Tara G.
They have a lot of beer, so they have that going for them. The restaurant is very loud, has a crowded bar in the center and has very poor lighting. It's like they can't decide whether to be a sports bar or a fine dining facility. Nothing special unless you like alcohol.
(3)Allison M.
I really like Yard House, with its extensive beer selection and diverse menu. The atmosphere can be more restaurant-y or bar-y, depending on what you're looking for. There aren't a huge ton of healthy choices, and the portions are big, but as long as you know that in advance, it's really easy to enjoy yourself here!
(4)Sofia J.
YOUNGBERRY CHOCOLATE * Lindeman's Framboise & Young's Double Chocolate Stout I should end my review here. Ohhhhhhhhh but the lobster, crab, and artichoke dip is so good.... and so is the hawaiian poke stak, , and the spicy thai chicken pizza... but seriously... Chocolate and Raspberry beer.... a match made in heaven.
(5)Scott W.
I love their beer selection, but the food is a little spendy and never balances out on flavor or quality. Close but a good dollar or three above comparable places across the board. They try to jujsh it up with semi-fancy ingredients, but aren't all the way into fancyland. A deep and broad menu with a wide range of options. Lots of TVs. Its the kind of place the family can go so Dad and the boys can watch a game and Mom and the girls can have a good meal. The staff is semi attentive. It depends on how busy they are. They have a problem with timing and the nuances of knowing when someone is ready for service. But honestly, they've never had a full house the couple of times I've been there. So there is no reason why they shouldn't be better. We'd go back, but only for the beers and proximity to stuff in The Glen.
(2)William G.
I have been to both this location and the one in Pasadena, CA and I really like it. They have a wide variety of choices on the menu, and everything I have ever ordered has been good. The place itself has a nice atmosphere and I have always gotten good service. It can get more crowded/louder if there is a big sorts game on.
(4)Ben C.
Phenomenal service, food was delicious and quite kid friendly, even at 7:00pm on a friday night
(4)Mike L.
We sat and dined at the bar on a Saturday night. This appeared the route to go as there was a wait for tables in their vast dining area. Sitting at the bar we received friendly prompt service. Food was ordered and came out fast and very well timed...perfect to be honest with you. Ron was a great bar tender. Their beer selection is overwhelming and you should know what kind of beer you like or want to try out or it could be stressful to pick. Prices for some of the pints $6.75 area bit much but worth it if you like to try different beers. The atmosphere was casual and friendly it didn't seem too loud to me either. The food we ordered was all very good. Tacos (small street style), calamari, lettuce wraps, deviled eggs. All very tasty and unique. All we dined on this high quality bar food I wished we'd of ordered entrees as the ones I saw looked awesome. They appeared very sizeable and well presented. For me it's hard to pass up the bar food while drinking their awesome beers so a full meal seemd a bit much but next time I'll be dining full on with the beer.
(5)Jen W.
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(5)Amy S.
I work in Northbrook and this has got to be my favorite lunch spot. They have decent lunch specials and seriously THE BEST food! My favorite is the Crunchy Ahi Tuna Salad, only about $10-12 or so. It is really fresh and crunchy and they put the perfect amount of dressing on top. They also have great burgers, insanely good mac and cheese, and a delicious bbq chicken salad. They have a great selection of beer - which is good for happy hours!
(4)Ashley S.
LOVE THIS BAR!!!! I had heard really good things about this place so we decided to check it out on Saturday. It was really busy, which is always a good sign! They have so many beers to choose from, it was overwhelming, so I stuck to what I know. The service was great and we got the lobster, crab and artichoke app and it was delicious! This seems like it'd be a really fun place for a little birthday get together. Plus it's in the Glenn which is probably one of my favorite places, soooooo much to do over there!
(5)Ian M.
Millions of cold beers, cold beers for me. Millions of cold beers, cold beers not for free... (my best Presidents of the USA impression) This classy tap house is simply glorious! So many different types of beers on tap to choose from that is simply just too hard to only stick with one. I always start with the Paulaner Hefe though. Delicious. The menu is on point as well but you just cant go wrong with sticking with some simple sliders. They have their own special Yardhouse sauce that compliments them wonderfully. The portions of the entrees are rather large and hearty. I have never left this place without a huge smile on my face and saying to myself... "When are we coming back?" Enjoy!! -Ian M.
(5)Connie H.
I was craving a burger so we decided to stop by Yardhouse for lunch before running some errands. I had the pepper crusted blue cheese burger, medium and they did just that. Often times restaurants like these can't seem to cook their burgers the way its ordered but Yardhouse did a good job. It wasn't the best I've ever had but it satisfied my craving and I love shoestring fries! The other people I went with also enjoyed their food. We shared a ahi poke bowl which was delicious, wish it came with one more fried wonton skin. I would have given 4 stars but the service could have been better. We had to flag down our waitress to refill our drinks each time. Also, someone accidentally knocked the fire alarm while taking out trash so we had to eat while it went off for a good 10min before the fireman came, however one of managers went around to each table to apologize and explain what was going on. The menu is extensive so lots of choices, I wouldn't mind going back again. There is also a pretty large bar with lots of different beers on tap (but our family doesn't really drink so I can't comment much on that).
(3)Derek C.
huge selection of beer and good food. the best reason to love this place. I don't exactly remember everything that we've tried, but the one stand out here is the mac and cheese with bacon. oh so good! I usually order it without the mushrooms tho. service has been really good every time we have gone with the servers being really attentive to drinks getting close to empty and any other needs. this place does get really packed tho, so be prepared for a wait if you come during dinner hours.
(4)Christine V.
I was pleasantly surprised with The Yard House. The options are seemingly endless. They have like a billion beers on tap (I lost count after 1 million) and the menu was nice as well. We had the crab and lobster artichoke dip which tasted awesome. It came with warm pita bread and tortilla chips and was enough to share with 3 other people. The place was packed on Saturday which is always a good thing, we snagged a table after my hubby made another couple really uncomfortable and stood next to them while they were still sitting (but they were obv ready to go). God love em :)
(4)Donna W.
This was my second time here -- and last. Although we were seated quickly, the noise level was deafening (although the place wasn't that crowded or boisterous) and it was freezing cold, even though we all had light jackets on. The waitress said she would ask about turning down the vent, but the place remained uncomfortably chilly throughout our dinner. Although we arrived well before six, by the time we got our drinks and asked about appetizers we were informed that it was now past six and the half-price deal was over. Not very customer friendly!! I ordered a hamburger w/mushrooms, and the waitress informed me that it would be $1.85 extra, which was high but acceptable -- but then my burger arrived mushroom-less! So disappointing - she did remove the fee from the bill, and a manager came over and apologized - but no offer to comp anything as compensation. Waitress continued to be elusive, and as a result we did not order a second round of drinks. Our meals were good, especially the shoestring fries - but for the price, they should be (I believe the burger was $12.95). All and all, for the money I expect much better service and atmosphere.
(2)Kaye D.
Came here for a friend's birthday dinner. There were at least 20 of us, and we all got to sit together... after they pushed a few tables together. The servers were great and figured out how the bills were split and our orders were correct. Kudos to them. Food was great. My husband and I shared an entree since we had just come from another event. That was enough for us. The Bulls game was also on, so the restaurant was pretty full. Seems appropriate since they have quite a beer list available. The same goes for their food as well.
(4)Lana Y.
This was my 3rd time here and my last! From the moment we walked in the hostesses weren't friendly and when they sat us we waited 10 minutes for our waitress to come by! The restaurant was not busy so there is no reason for us to wait that long. She finally came and just took our order without apologizing. I understand people have off days, but it's courtesy for the customer. Anyways, The kitchen messed up our order which we reminded the waitress twice and she finally came back with the manager. The manager apologized but oh well! It wasn't even worth going there and won't be going there again!
(1)Dominick M.
Solid place. Good service with an extensive menu for food and alcohol (almost a little too extensive). I have had mixed experiences with the food. The appetizers, entrees and deserts for the most part are good, but I recently got the BBQ bacon cheddar burger and it was just mediocre. The fries were the highlight of the meal. Love the atmosphere as it is holds an upscale, sports bar type decor. Overall, Yardhouse is a solid place, but would never be my first choice.
(3)Anthony C.
After a few more visits I have to upgrade my review from my previous post. We have gone a couple times during the week recently and found the food and service to be outstanding. Most of the appetizers are creative and well-prepared. The salads are fresh and generous in portions. The place seems really well managed and the waitstaff friendly and knowledgeable in regards to the menu and beer selection. My fears regarding the freshness of having over 100 beers on tap have been unfounded. Each beer selection to date has been cold and tasty. We will only dine here during the week because it just gets too noisy and busy on the weekends but the Yard House is a fantastic option for a midweek night out.
(4)Sean K.
I'm giving this place 5 stars for the vegetarian options. It's so nice to have a regular place have specialty foods. The other people I went with did not have the vegetarian/meat substitute items and had great meals as well. It's definitely a place for the beer lovers but even if you want a non-alcoholic drink, go there and try the flavored sodas.
(5)T S.
seems to always please. never really had a bad meal or experience here. service excellent and a diverse menu of dishes, seem to do all well. the burger is choice, tender, ideal size, well chosen bun, just right amount of topping, fries, etc. salads are very good. kids menu relatively diverse, very large beer menu. overall, a dependable casual, slightly upscale pub feel that consistently impresses.
(4)Chickago K.
I've been going to this place since it opened. Good food, expensive, friendly staff, and quick service. Try sliders & onion ring tower with siracha. Happy hours 3-6.
(4)David R.
Still a solid 3.5 stars. Even with the profusion of TV screens, this place seems too ascetic, so don't go for the personality because there is zero. But if you want to see obscure sports, stop by on a weekday lunchtime. Since there is hardly anything interesting going on in the mainstream sports, you are liable to see BMX racing or local semipro girls volleyball (no joke). However, setting all that aside, I can say that I have never had a bad meal here and usually the food is pretty darn good. I tend to get entree salads almost exclusively. They have a gigantic menu which is sure to please everyone, even if you roll with a large posse like I do. My last two visits have been groups of ten and thirteen, respectively. Somehow the group of ten got far slower service than the thirteen. Hit or miss! Yesterday we were taken care of pretty well, about as well as you could expect for such a large group. There was a serious lag between beverage orders and receiving the drinks, but the entrees came out a bit sooner than we had expected. Again, it's a good option for the area but there is nothing to distinguish these guys from a thousand other middlebrow American restaurants.
(3)Shyna H.
Excellent place with tons of beer options, loved the food the manager gave us a free most expensive dish of the bill because of a mixup.
(5)Scott F.
When you pay $10.75 for your martini, you want it WITHOUT ICE CUBES FLOATING ON TOP! Who does this? A bit of frost is expected to form on top of the drink, but not be riddled with icey chunks of what the martini was shaken from! So the bartender in me asks, Do you have a strainer? NOPE was the response. A bar not having a strainer? Why not, I asked? The manager came over and confirmed the idiocy of not having a strainer in the bar. "That's not how we do it" he claimed. I said yes, I know, you do not make a proper Martini! Call it something else, because it certainly is no Martini, my friend. I get the whole beer theme that this place boasts, but if you serve other drinks, you need the right equipment, or simply do not call them Martinis! The point of the shaker is to chill the drink, then let the customer enjoy the drink as intended. When you have ICE melting away in your Martini, your drink gets worse by the second, worse meaning more and more watered down. The moral to the story is give the customer what they want, not how YOU see it. Without customers, you do not exist.
(1)Paul S.
Ok food. Horrible service. What's a point to have drinks on the menu if you don't have them. Dirty plates were on the table during deserts. Had to wait for spoons for 10 min while ice cream melted. Would not be back.
(2)Nelson K.
Great ribs. I went here the other night and got the ribs full rack. I wasn't expecting much, but man I was really impressed. The sauce is really amazing with a little bit of spiciness. I would definitely come here again.
(5)Alyssa P.
This was my first visit to Yard House and based on this visit I would love to go back again if I'm ever in/around Glenview. We went in around 4 pm, at that time they weren't very busy, however they had a lot of ppl on staff which I understood why b/c by 5 pm, the place got really busy. Everyone was very friendly; from the hostess, to our waitress (Erica) to the manager (?, I believe he was the manager). Erica was really helpful and explained about any items, if it was made differently then what we would typically get at a different restaurant, which I appreciated. The menu was extensive and there was a lot to choose from but since we were there between 3-6 pm, we where told about their Happy Hr specials and took advantage of that. The food came out quickly after orders were placed and the last item didn't come out at the same time. Manager came and explained that the pizza is going to take a lit' longer since it was burnt so it was being remade. To us, it wasn't that big of a deal since the wait didn't seem that long at all but again, very appreciated. I'm glad they did remake the pizza since that was one of my favorite app. The garlic noodles has good flavor but was a lit' too greasy for my taste, but other than that everything else we ordered was delicious. We were there for about 1 1/2 hrs and never felt rushed.
(5)Ashley C.
We came here on suggestion of a friend who was familiar in the area. This place was raved about for their beer selection and their good bar food. It was okay. Yes, they have a great beer selection and the make their other drinks nice and strong. We grabbed a table at around 11 on a Saturday night. We got some appetizers in to keep us going. It was all fried what we ordered and expectedly it was okay. Service was a bit slow, but friendly. I'd go back if I was in the area but that could also be because I have no clue where else I would go. Based on what we tried, I wouldn't likely go here for dinner. Drinks - pretty good. I guess the big theme was "okay."
(3)Duska K.
Cheeseburgers are pretty good and the fries are great. Went back last night with a friend for their Pomogranate Mojito, loved it and I would love to go back! Even though I rarely go to suburban bars and don't like to - this place is very decent and you don't feel strange sitting at the bar because it's the central location of the whole restaurant. Nice! Plus, there are tons of booths. Always a plus.
(4)Tiffany L.
Good selection of beers, try the beer floats. Ice cream and beer?? Better than you would think. I like the chicken nachos here sometimes. Other times it is too greasy. During happy hour it's a much smaller portion. Lame. And the Chicken Lettuce wraps were pretty good, I like how it comes with all the sauces.
(3)Puneet S.
Happy hour frenzy No words describe how good everything is. Best left to get up and go now!!!!!!
(5)Terrie o.
I'm starting with an A OK instead of 4 stars solely on service - I enjoyed my food selections. I've never eaten here before nor had any recommendations from anyone, I simply wanted to try somewhere new. I chatted with the server about not being a beer drinker but wanting to try one from their vast selection. Server mistake one: you served me and did not follow up to ask if I liked it. Odd since I made it so clear I don't usually enjoy beer and we discussed your recommendation. Egg roll appetizer ( or spring roll) with dipping sauce, I enjoyed. 2nd server error... I was served my entree salad and had to wait quite awhile until I could literally wave him down to ask for another dressing. Servers need to check in within 2-3 minutes of serving food. Luckily it was a cold dish, it it were hot, I'd be eating cold food. The Cobb salad tho was delightful...corn off the Cobb, edamame, blue cheese, bacon, it was a filling and wonderful salad. My friend asked for coffee, and server did not ask me tho did ask if we'd like dessert. Overall, we enjoyed our food and would go back... But server needs some fine tuning on the basics. Please don't review this business if you received a freebie for writing this review, or if you're connected in any way to the owner or employees.
(3)Leah C.
where have all of our faves gone?... i always hate when a resto gets rid of the faves to make room for "new". come on...this isn't a set meal/fine dining experience. i want my massive espresso sundae :(
(4)Magen S.
Awesome bar with endless draft beers and delicious food. The variety of draft beers including crafts was impressive. I ordered the halibut entree for dinner which had a delicious mushroom cream sauce and Bok choy. The fish was seasoned and cooked very well. Overall good food good beer and chill environment!
(4)Clara S.
Hmm. Not sure how I feel about this restaurant. Good happy hour bites and cool patio in the heart of the glen, but not the best food I've had. Chicken lettuce wraps- I'm not a fan of lettuce wraps, so I guess this wasn't the best choice for me in the first place. These were good and flavorful, but not so much that we finished the plate. Side sauces complemented the dish well, though. Spicy tuna roll- really disappointed that this wasn't actually a roll. Instead, this was ahi tuna tartare without the nachos or wontons to come with it. Like am I supposed to just eat ahi tuna tartare by itself with no neutral carbs to calm the salty strong flavors? Overall, cool restaurant at the glen but with overpriced drinks and not so great food. I would love to come back to the glen, but I will definitely be picking one of the many different restaurants to eat at.
(3)Sonia B.
I've been here a few times and have decided that this is a good place for drinks and appetizers and that's about it. They have a good selection of beers. Every time I've been here, it's been for a meal. The first time I came in was for lunch and wasn't wowed...and figured try dinner next time. So, I came back for dinner and it was OK, but figured I didn't order the right thing...try it one more time...and I did. And this time wasn't great either. The main entrees are BLAND. I ordered one of the house favorites, a fried chicken breast with spinach mashed potatoes, creamed corn, and baked beans. It sounds like the ultimate comfort meal, but it was BLAND. There was no seasoning on the chicken...so sad! :( How can friend chicken be bland?! :( Ugh...and it was almost $20! So, skip it. Previously, I've tried an assortment of tacos...they were ok... but for almost $5/taco....I would rather go to a taqueria and get something really good for 1/2 the price. Like I said, the drinks are good and I have enjoyed the appetizers. So, if I return...that's what I'll go back for. And if you ever get your food to-go or need a doggy bag, check your items!!! This is the SECOND time that most of my food didn't make it into the to-go box!!! All I got were my mashed potatoes...not the chicken, corn, or beans! So weird! I guess it doesn't matter because I didn't enjoy the chicken...but, still...I paid just about $20 for it! I also requested ranch dressing for the onion rings I had to go and there wasn't any. Ugh! Again...go for drinks and appetizers....skip the meal!
(3)Jessica L.
Yard House is often times a go to for my family and friends. They have a wide variety of alcohol and food selection. Over a 100 beers on tap. I have ordered everything here over the past seven years. Pizza (good), burgers (juicy and a nice variety), other entrees (Orange chicken, country friend chicken, and the jambalaya are among my favorites), steaks, salads (large enough to fill me and my mom), and desserts. Great atmosphere & ambiance. Good customer service. They do not take reservations but have a call-ahead list they can put you on. Happy hour selections (as well as late-night happy hour) are good as well, but much more limited than the full menu.
(4)Stuart P.
Almost perfect...all of our meals were yummy. Onion ring tower was very good. Lobster dip was also a big favorite. All of our meals were spot on. Only one had jalapenos for my 90 yr old dad. That wont work. But it was quickly erased.
(4)Lauren K.
I have been here almost every night since I have arrived to the Near North Side (Is that where I am? Someone help me out here!!!! AHHH!) There are a few reasons why: 1) Employer is graciously providing housing for me down the street from the Glen; 2) OMG traffic is brutal in this area. I am not venturing far from my current location; and 3) I genuinely the bar/resto, even for a chain, chain, chaaaiiiinnnn! Let's begin with the beer. They have 110 on tap. Yes, 110 on tap, that is overwhelming even for me. I am not sure where to begin. I do have a new goal in life: to try everything on the menu, and that will be difficult since they rotate seasonally. Some of the brews I have tried: Lagunitas A Little Sumpin' Sumpin' Ale; Upland Brewing Company Dragonfly IPA (I just liked the name of that one -tee hee); and I found a new personal favorite for summer in the fruit beer category Lost Coast Brewing Co. Tangerine Wheat, this is light, fresh and crisp, with hints of tangerine. It tastes like fruit juice, but only with alcohol. It's basically adult juice! Onto the food. I am obsessed with the kale-caesar salad with blackened chicken. The small is under 600 calories, and is relatively healthy for bar food. The ahi tuna is delicious and is sushi grade. They also have some unique options for a chain. I will eventually try them when I tire of the salad, but I probably won't. I have stuck to the under 600 calorie options, of which there are plenty. The music that they play isn't annoying pop, it is classic rock or 90s grunge. I listen to pop or 80s pop all day to keep me bubbly and happy all day, so it is a nice change of pace for me. Anyways, this is not a destination. It is better if you work in the area and want to wait out this god awful traffic; are shopping at the Glen; or live here and don't feel like cooking (or just have an expense account - it's kind of on the pricey side). For a chain, it is as good as it gets, hence the rating. Enjoy!
(5)Effie D.
Make sure you leave plenty of time to review their extensive food and beer/drink menus. Everything on the menu is good and worth trying. The Korean Short Ribs are superb that we lick the bones clean. The Truffle Mac and Cheese with bacon, chicken, and mushroom is not your kid's typical mac and cheese but my 6 year old and can't get enough. The lettuce wraps are a good salad alternative.The Kona Coffee Sundae is by far the best sundae with it's java chips, oreo cookie crumbles, and chocolate sauce. It's big enough to share, but with one taste, you won't want to. Good atmosphere, plenty of space, many tvs to watch several sports, friendly staff. Service is a bit slow and there will be a wait during peak times. They have outdoor seating perfect for enjoying nice weather with good food and drinks.
(5)Polina P.
Never been disappointed. Amazing food , service , atmosphere, and in all it was amazing . It may take long to wait but still it's always a good experience . I love all their dessert and it's always amazing . Recommend it highl
(5)Mike S.
Amazing place too many choices of beer , the food was 10/10 I will come back again for sure
(5)Nicole E.
Never gotten a bad meal and I absolutely love the chicken tortilla soup has just enough heat. Highly recommend for a great meal and good atmosphere.
(5)Sherwin C.
Didn't really get to try too much of the food but all the dishes I saw looked well designed, generous in size, and reasonably priced. This is especially true during the happy hour period where most items are $5-$7 and seafood items only reach $8. I was quite impressed with the size of the restaurant with a nice decor and surprisingly reasonable noise level. They were able to accomodate our original reservation for 15 that ended up being around 30 people -- even correctly splitting the checks and providing prompt service as additional new party members arrived. The beer all tasted great, served nice and cold and in attractive looking glasses. The selection of drinks was amazing -- possibly even more than what Bavarian Lodge carries. I tried Green flash Le Freak, Dogfish Head 90 Minute, Hebrew Death of a Contract Brewer, Founders All Day IPA, Yard House IPA, Revolution Antihero, Three Floyds Gumball Head, and Stone Green Tea IPA. All very reasonably priced and the server was knowledgable about the drinks. I'll definitely be back again soon.
(4)Kristopher S.
This spot has some good eats a lot of good beers. I had the crab cakes lots of crab, pork sandwich was moist and tastes and a year of beer makes me want to come back for another yard. It's a bit pricey but well worth it. Try the duck wings and tell me how they are. Will recommend to friends and come back for sure :)
(4)Alan B.
I live me some Yard House!! I'll let my kids do the review in this one from their point of view I like the food because it came out relatively fast compared to other nice restaurants "about 15 minutes" except they never asked how I would like my food cooked, When we ordered our drinks it took quite a bit even though all we ordered soda and water. All in all this is a good restaurant to go to even thought it can be a little pricey
(5)William H.
Love the breadth of menu choices! Also, even though they have Mostly alcoholic beverages, I was pleasantly surprised to find one of My personal favorites, Ruby Red Grapefruit juice, on the NA menu. This time my wife did steak n Ceasar salad - steak was Fabulous - tender and perfectly cooked to order. Next time she will get the dressing "on-the-side" as it was a little over the top and tended to obscure rather than highlight the salad. I got a burger with pepper jack cheese and a roasted green pepper. So good! Desert was the Macadamia Cheesecake - again being obscured rather than highlighted by the drenching in raspberry and Carmel syrup. "On the side" please! Had a wee disagreement with the valet. We planned to eat at 5:30 - which we did - and the hit Arclight for a 7:00 pm screening of Rear Window. "You can't do that" said the valet, all three of us standing in a mini cloudburst. "They won't let you leave the car while you go someplace else after dinner" "I'll make it simple for you" I said. "We'll be back at 9:15 - way before the Restaurant closes - and pick up our car." I came back, tipped him well and there was no further mention of a problem - he even apologized! Hey Yard House - we only come in because we're going to Arclight! Find some way to make nice!!
(4)Mike H.
Service is just getting worse and worse and worse!!! I have been coming here for years. Food is starting to suck after the last menu change and the service was so fast before. Now every time its slow. Today i sat for 25min before getting helped. 35 min before i got water and who knows about food. This maybe the last time i come here. And no joke i have been here over 50 times Wake up YH
(2)Jacqueline B.
I'm a fan! Tons of beer on tap, huge diverse menu, and happy hour specials. #Winning I've been here twice now, and have enjoyed my visit both times! My last visit was the first time I was in to eat, and boy am I glad I did. First off, making a decision was extremely difficult because their menu is EXTENSIVE (but that's a good thing). There were so many delicious options to choose from. It's not often I rave about the set up of a menu, but I have to say their menu is fantastic. It's broken up into house favorites, vegetarian options, snacks, etc. This makes browsing a lot easier depending on what you're looking for! I immediately focused in on house favorites, and low and behold, a mac-n-cheese dish caught my eye. The (Mac+Cheese)2 looked like a win-win decision for me. Check it out: chicken breast, applewood smoked bacon, wild mushrooms, cheddar, parmesan, campanelli pasta, and truffle oil. YUUUUUUP. That. just. happened. It was like a ramped up adult version of my favorite childhood dish. I was really hungry, but I ended up going with a small entree (instead of large), and I'm glad I did. It was plenty of food - I even took a box home. Good news: the mac + cheese is still awesome reheated the next day! * WOO HOO! My 100th review :)
(4)MoMo K.
I love the ambiance of this place! Come here during HAPPY HOUR for half price (pizza, nachos etc etc)! It's perfect for people who like seafood, veggies, or meat or a combo. Can accommodate groups of 10 and more! parking is very easy, there is a huge garage that can accompany any size party. You can also come here to watch sports because they have TVs. They get really busy at night. We went at 4:00 on a Friday and there was no wait but at 5:30, all the tables were full and there were a lot of people waiting. So plan accordingly.
(4)Vrati D.
Always 5 stars from me! The veggie wings are by far my favorite and the stacked enchiladas (veggie of course) were also really good. We tried the avocado burger which was also really good! I'm not a huge cilantro fan but still enjoyed it, especially the amazingly soft bread! Yum!
(5)Justin E.
Crab cakes were amazing, they had some sweet mango that really played well together. The chicken tortilla soup was another hit. It was slightly spicy, yet still full of flavor. Can honestly say the best tortilla soup I've ever had. The BBQ cheddar bacon burger was ok. The BBQ sauce on the burger is something to come back for, another home run. The rest of the burger was mediocre, it lacked ingredients in my opinion the patty was good and perfectly cooked. Back again to try turkey bacon melt. Great sandwich and was cooked perfectly. Not one of there're classics but none the less good.
(4)Des C.
I'm really bummed out to be writing this review. I have been going to the yardhouse for years and have ALWAYS experienced excellent service and a phenomenal meal (Chicken and Rice Bowl). Today was a different experience. I arrived at the Yardhouse a few minutes before my lunch companion. I was greeted after a few minutes and offered a drink. When my customer entered he was greeted quickly also and we both decided to order. I ordered my usual chicken and rice bowl (which I have quite a few changes to the ingredients, so the waiter read it back to me) and my friend ordered the tacos. About 15 minutes later a food runner came to our table with my friends tacos and some sort of sesame chicken dish. I told the runner that that was not what I had ordered. The waiter saw what was going on and came over to the table. He assured me that he had entered the order correctly and that the food runner had grabbed the wrong dish. A few minutes later (and half way through my friends lunch) the waiter came back and said the kitchen was making my dish and it would be ready "in 30 seconds." About 10 minutes later (and after my friend was done with his lunch) my food finally came out. They had what appeared to be a manager bring the dish to my table. The server had obviously figured out that any thought of a generous tip was out the window, so my soft drink had been empty for about 5 minutes. The manager gave a half hearted "sorry" and asked if there was anything else we required. I held up my empty glass and said, "how about another drink." He obliged and brought me the refill. I assumed a manager would come over and offer an olive branch for the horrible service but that never occurred. The good news is that there are other YardHouses around the US, because I would be hesitant to return to this facility.
(2)Mike E.
Always a great time, and a normal spot for me and the wife.
(4)Amalita A.
I came in with my friends on a Saturday night. Yardhouse doesn't take reservations past 5:30, but it's not a problem. Janelle was very friendly and we had pretty much no wait time for seating. Nathan took over our table, he was friendly and knowledgeable and gave great service. Our drinks and food came out fast. My friends ordered the jumbalaya shrimp, clam chowder and chicken nachos. I recommend getting a classic cheese burger and adding their black truffle cheese. Great atmosphere and memorable experience for the suburbs!
(5)Anooj S.
Everytime I've come here it has been during their happy hour. They have great food and beer selection. The service is always great and I really enjoy getting the server's suggestions on new beers. I would suggest getting the chicken nachos. In addition, they have some great vegetarian options such as the gardein chicken wings.
(4)Lloyd M.
Not bad but nothing special. Met a friend/co-worker and had a pleasant evening. I felt the waitress was rushing us to order more drinks, though, which is never great. I started with French Onion Soup. It was nice but not at the same level as nearby Wildfire. For the main course, I had a burger with cheddar and bacon. It was a nice burger, actually quite good. Came with very thin shoestring potatoes that were great. Overall, a solid meal with mediocre service.
(3)Shammy S.
Great food great service good portions where can u go wrong? No wait during the day, nights get packed especially weekends, typical.
(5)Bianaca B.
This was my first time visiting the Yard House in Glenview. My boyfriend and I decided to stop by for dinner and drinks after a friend raved about the large selection of beers and delicious food. Upon entering we were coldly greeted by one of the hostesses. She told us it would be a 20 minute wait and when I asked if there was room at the bar, ((which I couldn't see because of the wall blocking my view))she told me she didn't know and to look for myself. Ummm OK. Luckily we walked a few feet and saw the bar and two available seats. Our bartender was Raul, he was attentive and knowledgable of the menu and beer selection. I had a house margarita and my boyfriend tried 2 of the beers Raul recommended. Margarita was ok, not the best I've had but it was decent. I can't remember the beers my boyfriend ordered but he said both were good. We decided to order the California Roll for our appetizers. Wow! I am so happy we did. First of all it is not your regular California Roll. It is one HUGE roll and definitely recommend to share. You will be too full to eat anything else if you eat this alone. I decided to go with an order of two Korean bbq tacos and my boyfriend had the bbq chicken pizza. We both loved what we orderd. Tacos tasted very authentic and meat was very tender and juicy. Overall ambience and vibe from the bar was great. Even when Raul was busy with other customers somebody was always on hand and quick to refill our waters. We had an overall great time and will definitely return to the Yard House.
(4)Bobby S.
Love this place. My favorites include: Appetizer: Coconut Shrimp, Korean Beef, Swordfish Taco. Entree: Spicy Jambalaya (all-time favorite), Vodka Shrimp Pasta, Halibut. To be honest, I have yet to have a bad experience here. About the only thing I wish they improved on is the waiting time between refills.
(4)Kristina K.
I like it when good things happen to good people, like Yard House happened to me the other night. I deserve it, right? I mean I volunteer, I recycle, I always let other drivers pass when they try to hog my lane. Bottom line is I deserve to find places like Yard House. I loved this place and everything about it. The place was packed and I got seated pretty fast considering. Actually my party was not there and they still sat me down. I ordered the Matilda. I dont get to enjoy it often as not many places have it (and the ones that do are always out, hint hint beer market). For food I got the steak salad and tomato basil soup. I loved the soup, I loved the salad, our server was great, the extra dim lights were sexy, place was full but not overly full. I really enjoyed it! I wanna go back and try the million and two beers they have on tap and all the burgers and salads. Really impressive!
(5)Howard L.
Particularly great place to stop in if you can make it in from 3-6pm, for half priced appetizers. The beer selection is always top notch anytime and we enjoyed a Doghead 90 Minute IPA (still get a pint and not goblet size despite 9.0% ABV!) and a nice Sea Dog Bluepaw blueberry ale. Note the classic sliders aren't quite half off like the other tasty appetizers, but discounted to $7.75 from regular $11.35. We had these and made a slightly early and tasty dinner of it: Kung pao calamari Spicy thai chicken pizza Chicken lettuce wraps Classic sliders (with fries)
(5)Hayley S.
Came here tonight with my mom and my cousin. It was PACKED -- on a Tuesday! They actually had a wait, luckily we got there right before the wait started. Our waitress, Sarah, was incredibly attentive and really sweet. There was a small snafu with the check (she accidentally added another table's orders to our check) but it was resolved without any damage and she was really apologetic, even though it was clearly an accident. Atmosphere is...loud. There aren't any walls or really anything to absorb the sound, so it carries. But it wasn't too bad or distracting. My mom got the jambalaya (full size) and enjoyed it. It had a nice flavor and spice (with spicy rice) to it, though it didn't look like it had much meat/protein. Our cousin got the kale caesar with shrimp and really liked it. I devoured the Southern Fried Chicken Breast. So good. I was a really annoying customer and subbed the mashed potatoes for the sweet potato pancakes (yum!) and instead of beans got some steamed veggies. Our waitress did it with no issue and I think there was only a $1 sub charge. No biggie. I wish the chicken had been spicy, but I got a side of bbq sauce and that remedied its lack of spiciness. And I didn't feel "bad" after eating this chicken, like I normally would after eating fried chicken. The healthier sides counteracted the fried-ness of the chicken and it was actually really great. Would get it again. Overall, a great dinner.
(4)Bren S.
I liked the food. Had a pleasant experience with my family there. And Kavitha, a new server, was very attentive and polite. She knew her stuff and when she didn't, she simply went and asked a superior for us. I'd definitely go again and ask for her.
(5)Nat F.
Great place to grab some simple yet elgant food and drink some beer. Food and service are great. But it can get loud, since its technically a sports bar.
(4)Amy K.
Went for lunch with a friend and her daughter after some play time at the Kohl's Children Museum. The service was good and quick [which is helpful with small children]. The kid's menu is actually the reason that this place gets 4 stars. The food is fine but the kid's menu is extensive and I really like the options of sides. My daughter decided on the mac'n'cheese but then also go edamame for her side. My friend's daughter got the burger and some fruit. I liked that they had lots of options for the kiddies, and they brought out their food when it was ready. I got the lunch combo, which was good. A personal sized bbq chicken pizza and then a Cesar side salad. Plenty of food for one individual. My friend got the bah-mi and a cup of soup. She said it was pretty good as well. We also got the chips and guac for a starter. I really enjoyed that; they topped the guac with the mexican crumble cheese which was a nice salt bite to the app. Also it was topped with lots of chips.The girl was also really nice and gave us more chips to take the guac home. All in all a good option for a quick bite to eat in the area. Something more than just a sandwich but not too expensive compared to a few other options.
(4)Louise M.
A chain restaurant that chained me. That's Yard House. Surprisingly, I was so bummed that I didn't or couldn't go there tonight when it was in my close proximity. I found a big urge of wanting to go! Like it's calling my name!! I heard of Yard House because many of my male friends always suggested this place for get togethers. Knowing that it is popular due to the beer selections, I always thought it's a more guy bar type place to hang out and watch sport. Turned out, it is sorta family friendly, though I was still right about the beers, the male domination, and the sport watching. However, there was more to it. The food was actually not bad at all and the menu was so eclectic and huge. First time I was at one of these was in St. Louis Park, Minnesota on a sorta first date. I forgot my purse and was mortified that I didn't have any means to pay or having any sort of ID. They wouldn't serve me which I understood. They were nice about it but sticking to the rules. We left trying our luck somewhere else and good thing he was nice and was a gentleman about me being an airhead and walked out the house without my purse. Oups. It was enough to get me intrigued about Yard House since I saw a couple things I wanted to try but couldn't cuz.. Y'know..apparently I looked young enough to be carded. I was in Illinois for thanksgiving and my good friend Danno was also in town from NYC for the holiday. He suggested Yard House. Never failed! I agreed because of the unfulfilled desire last time. It was great to see him after at least a year especially all my thanksgiving plans went awry and we got this accomplished on a whim. I tried the pear cider I wanted to try last time and also the Allagash white ale. Dan was surprised I was drinking beers. Since I have been out with my Yelper friends, I just started enjoying beers a lot more. I liked the two glasses I had. My bro in law talked about Allagash before as it was from Maine I believe, where he went to school. I loved it. Dan was sticking to a beer called Anti Hero. He seemed to really liked it. Too bitter for me. We also ordered calamari and chicken nachos. They were alright. No gripes to write. We had a lot of fun catching up. I didn't think this was a pick up place but my chick magnet friend got a lot of attention from the ladies. However, Dan was also a perfect gentleman. however, it was amusing to say the least! Lol. It was a good time with great drinks and snacks at Yard House. I didn't forget my purse this time but I still didn't pay so I didn't really know if it was overpriced or just right. A couple of things I don't enjoy was it was too loud and it was kinda dark. The service was just okay but not at all terrible. Like I said, I want to come back! Next time, I want to try more of their beers like the honey weiss type as well as the lambic. Boy, did I want to go today because it is right there! Maybe I will still get lucky. The weekend is not yet over.
(4)Keith H.
I love the Yard House. My favorite draft is the Belgian Tripel. It's ridiculous. I've only come during Happy Hour and only ever ordered one thing every single time I've come, but it's just a good solid place to eat before or after a movie.
(5)Rachel F.
+1 ... for all those amazing beerzzz. Beers for days! And obscure stuff. Beer nerd stuff. Green Flash Le Freak? Yes please, and I did. Love the commitment to craft and to the rocking both breadth and depth with the selection. -1 ... somewhat awkward/cold/
(3)Allan P.
How do you have an awesome time at the Yard House? Well, sit right down, grab a beer, & lemme fill you in! The perfect time at this wonderland of brews can be had in five simple steps. 1.) Sit at the bar! Yes, among the many reasons to visit the Yard House, the most important one is the booze. With a ridiculous amount of beers for you to guzzle & an impressive array of top-shelf liquor, you're sure to stay pleasantly sauced during your stay. The other reason is because the bartenders are very good people, making sure your glass never stays empty. 2.) Have a beer flight! They are very good at putting together a staging of beers that complement each other very nicely. This is also the most cost-effective way to drink your way through the menu without ending up driving the porcelain bus later on. 3.) Do not order a steak! (or any type of beef that requires any degree of doneness.) The kitchen staff is incapable of telling a medium-rare steak from a piece of toast. When you get the steak it will be tough & gamey, no matter how you ordered it. I once attempted to order a rare steak, just to see what happened. I ended up with a well-done piece of leather. This is a bar, eat bar food for god's sake! You want beef? Go to Jameson's Charhouse or Wildfire for dinner. 4.) Ask for a recommendation! The staff is very good at letting you know what drink goes with what food. You most definitely don't want to end up with a beer or martini that makes your fish & chips taste like shoe polish. 5.) Park in the garage behind the restaurant! Do not try to fight the soccer moms & luxury-car goofballs for the front spaces. You can't even park there that long, so who wants to worry about their car while they're having a good time? The Yard House is definitely good to stop off for a beer with some buddies, or a quick bite to eat. They have happy hour specials which are a good value (3p to 6p & 10p to close). It's definitely worth checking out at least once.
(3)Karolina T.
My cousin invited us out to Yard House during one of the day Blackhawks games. Although this place is a bar, they seemed really family friendly. The staff was very attentive and all the food that passed our table looked really good. I liked a lot of the items on the menu and ended up ordering their signature mac and cheese as well as onion ring tower and tomato bisque. The onion rings and sauces that it comes with are awesome, especially for a group! And the mac and cheese was really good, with a lot of pieces of bacon and mushroom. I would definitely come back here again if I am in the area because there was a bunch of pasta options as well as french onion soup on the menu that I wanted to really try.
(4)Courtney K.
I love this place, it is one of my favorites in the greater chicago area. My family has been coming here for years and we are never dissapointed. Their menu is so extensive so you can visit multiple times and have very different meals. They even have a whole gardein/tempeh section of the menu for vegetarians, which is not something I see often. I came here last Sunday with my sister and we split an ahi poke appetizer which was very large, fresh fish, and overall delicious. For entrees I tried the porcini crusted halibut...SO amazing! The fish was seasoned very well with a delicious mushroom sauce, and also came with parmesan mashed potatoes AND bok choy! My sister got the pepper crusted filet which I tried, and it was very good and also came with mashed potatoes. In the past I have gotten their garlic seafood pasta and tacos and loved them too. It is an upscale sports bar and there are plenty of TVs to watch whatever game is on. Yard house is the best!
(5)Jessica D.
Came in for a business group lunch. Really great vibe and friendly staff, amazing menu (one of each please!). And if that doesn't blow you away, check the huge collection of beers on tap. Sports on screens, casual but fun vibe. Will be back again soon!
(4)Ryan M.
Pretty good food. Very good service, busy place though. Plenty of beers on tap. And place was fairly well kept. Not too pricey but not cheap.
(4)Kiran H.
My past review talked about how great this place was, besides the burgers. I was here recently and had such a great time that I reminded myself to update this. The burger I had was fantastic! Cooked to a perfect medium. I'm also a fan of the new presentation of their burgers. Not as fancy but I liked it better. As always, the drinks were strong and the service was great. I always expect a wait (this place is super popular), but it's never that long. The host's estimates are always on point. I'm glad to have this place as a staple "go-to" restaurant, as it literally has no flaws at this point.
(5)Emily F.
Good comfort/American food and pretty good service. Only went once and would go back.
(4)Gin G.
Why a place like this doesn't take reservations is beyond me. The food is just ok. Why people choose to wait hours to eat at this place is ridiculous. If we don't get seated right away we go somewhere else in the mall. Tons of other places to eat with better food n prices!! My son loves sweet potato fries so that's all he ever gets. I liked their adult Mac n cheese. But too rich to eat the whole thing. Gotta eat it as a side dish.
(2)Jaquie K.
I really love this place they seriously have everything. I'm not a drinker but the selection is huge. Happy hour OMG all the best apps for extremely cheap ahhhmazing. I have been here a bunch of times and try something new each time and I am NEVER disappointed.
(5)Dave P.
Returned to Yard House after an average first experience and what a difference. The egg rolls were fantastic and extremely flavorful and the house IPA had a nice bite to it. The Hawaii Burger with pineapples was innovative and the different tastes within it worked well together. Good classic rock played in the background, and the atmosphere seemed kid-friendly without being too loud or chaotic. Waitress was friendly, prompt, and accommodating. Food was served on time and the pricing was very reasonable. Nice job Yard House!
(4)George S.
Have been visiting the yard house since they first opened in the Glen. I'm a bit disappointed in recent visits. First night the third person to come to our table took our orders for food and drinks. I asked if they were drawing straws in the kitchen. Should not take more than 10 min for someone to at least take beverage order. Second visit a few days later took 8 minutes for server to find us. Because of earlier visit I timed from seating. Tuna crunch salad and turkey pot pies were good. Management needs to get service back under control. We visit the BOCA RATON location frequently and would give them 4 stars. Young crowd and young families. Reasonable prices.
(3)Rusty M.
The menu is super over whelming. Whether you're ordering food or beer, there's too much to choose from. I opted out of ordering a beer because our waitress was pressuring us for an order. Which leads me to also say, our waitress seemed annoyed to be serving us, she came to check on us before the food arrived, after the fact, we didn't see her until our meal was finished. I order some kind of Parmesan herb fries, my fries arrived plain. When the waitress came back at the end of the meal, I told her about them and she said "I won't charge you for them" no apology or anything. I also have to say she sighed a lot, and rolled her eyes. She had no suggestions on what to order other that saying "the mac & cheese is good" as I said before-the menu is huge. There's a lot to look at.. And she only suggests the mac & cheese? Strange. The restaurant has a lot to offer, maybe with someone who actually likes her job, we could have taken more away from it.
(2)Ina B.
First time here and not a good experience. Appetizer's playe were not cleared from the table Everthing was spicy and the street tacos were not a good choice. Fish n fries was ok, although the sauces - tartar and thousand island- were hot and vinegry, respectively. Atmosphere is good, nice music. Heard the have a large beer selection. Didn't go for drinks this time.
(2)Chris N.
Yard House would be what I'd affectionately describe as a sports bar for yuppies. It's The general area is one where many executives and high net worth people live. The restaurant itself is located in 'The Glen' which is an assembly of stores that make up a nice outdoor shopping village. It is a dimly lit spot where people who work nearby love to congregate after work while the traffic on either 94 or 294 dies down(read: if you arrive between say 4-6 be prepared for a possible wait). The decor bends toward the higher end however they eschew any pretentious water features or ornate paintings for nicely sized flat screen HD t.v.s so that you can catch the game and enjoy the company of those you came with simultaneously. The cuisine is also something that distinguishes them as well. They have some interesting food choices which are decidedly more sophisticated than say your average Champs or Buffalo Wild Wings. I personally like the Spicy Thai Chicken Pizza and the fancy smancy(sorry, I can't recall the actual name) egg rolls. Of course, it wouldn't be a sports place if you couldn't get some good tap or craft beer and hot wings, which they do have and are tasty also. They do have killer happy-hour specials where in many cases you can get the full portion of items for say $6-$7, like that aforementioned Spicy Thai pizza....hint, hint.... All said, I like Yard house. Its fancy enough to enjoy a nice date -maybe not the first one but it could be. It's also has a common enough feel that you could go with the bros and catch the game. I've been several times at different times of the day and it's always a cool atmosphere. So if you've graduated from the juvenile theme of places like hooters, this is a really nice spot to check out just for a decent meal or to catch a game.
(3)A N.
This place is so nice on the outside and inside There food is delicious I got there steak and shrimp which was really good and they had good costumer service the waitress was so nice I would definitely come back to grab a bite to eat
(5)Mallory S.
For a chain restaurant and what it is this place is 5 stars!! Onion rings are awesome they done fall out of the batter like most places and calamari is very good. Burgers were the best part excellent burgers for the price. Cooked perfect and fresh!! We has the regular cheese burger, lamb burger, and Gorgonzola burger. Will definitely come back for food and drinks! 80 bucks for three beers two appetizers and three entrees is awesome for the quality of food!
(5)Jack G.
Only been for lunch but have a good pizza and soup deal for $10. Good value, good service, and good food
(4)Daryl G.
Been here twice, never again. This is the worst tasting most over-priced junky food ever. Sticky tables, slow service and management that could care less about your dining experience. We both ordered the fish of the day, one broiled the other one with a nut crusted sweet cloying syrupy sauce. We couldn't decide which one tasted worse. Yard House = Yard Waste.
(1)Christina M.
The place is huge, great for groups and kids. The menu has a ton of variety and a ton of small snacks plus entrees. We ordered the lettuce wraps, coconut shrimp and turkey pot pie. Lettuce wraps were spicy, came with three sauces which were delicious, a peanut, soy and sweet and sour. The shrimp was great, very crispy on the outside with a ton of shrimp meat on the inside and it comes with a shredded spicy papaya salad.
(5)Richard Y.
My family voted to have dinner here to celebrate a milestone and who am I to argue given the very close proximity to the house and the reliable food and drink. Service: 5 stars! Despite the throng of people, we were seating in the promised time (15 min), and the server was at the table as soon as we sat! Refills were done proactively, the app and entrees came out in a timely way, and paying was a breeze. Nice job by Joanne. Food: 3.5 stars. The chicken lettuce wraps 4, calamari 3 (too greasy and too many tentacles vs. rings), steak sandwich 3.5 (one totally gristle bite and wimpy portion of beef), kids pizza 4, southern fried chic, 4, carnitas tacos 3.5 (rice too spicy). Pint of Blue Moon 5 (can't mess this up with slice of orange) Atmosphere: 4 stars. Nice vibe. If the table weren't so sticky, a 5. Value: 3.5. It almost felt like being in Old Pasadena
(4)Brad H.
huge selection of food - remarkably good quality for a bar
(4)Joshua N.
Yard House is part of a chain of about 8 restaurants and to my knowledge is the only one in the area. They manage to stay pretty well away from the pitfalls of the huge chains, namely having bad food and zombie-like service, while managing to offer some of the things that we love about them, like sprawling menus and absurdly inexpensive happy-hour appetizer specials. Every weekday from 3-6PM, a large selection of appetizers, pizzas, and sliders are available for half price. They have what appears to be 5 dozen beers on tap and pump their huge dining room full of classic rock, so expect a pretty big after work crowd during the week.
(4)Caitlin B.
Yardhouse holds a place in my heart. I'd probably give it 3.5 stars, but since I was just there earlier this week, I'm feeling generous and will round up. I used to come here often when I worked nearby at a big corporate park. I was one of the zillion 20-something new grads there, and we all worked from 8:00-4:00 so we had more of an evening to enjoy, and that was timed PERFECTLY to meet at Yardhouse for their amazing happy hour and complain about work. Happy hour is still amazing here, but now that I work in Evanston and love my job, I don't tend to make it here in time, but if you can, you should. Their appetizers are all delicious, and 50% between 4:00-6:00 PM. That, coupled with the amazing beer selection, means that you could be extremely hungry and leave here having only paid about $20 to be full of food and couple of drinks. The service here can be a bit spotty (especially when it's crowded), but the food is pretty solid across the board, and the beer list rocks. I know this is a chain, but it has a much less chain-y feel than Chili's or Applebees. Also, they play oldies non-stop, and I happen to really enjoy that.
(4)Osh N.
Consistently excellent food and service. They serve beer-appropriate but not bar food; gastropub style. The poke stack is epic. ( Tip: ask them to add diced tomato). The house Trippel and bourbon barrel quad are amazing. A small wish is to add a true Flemish sour (Duchesse De Bourgogne maybe?) to round out the Belgian side of the beer menu. Again, good form YH.
(5)Shelley K.
I love this place. they cater to your random requests (which I have many of)... and overall their food is amazing. I get burgers, pasta, salads, I have probably tried all of the appetizers at least once... everything has been good.
(5)Kristin D.
Extensive beer menu and drink menu. Satisfies people's varied tastes. My friends and I tried a couple of the beer cocktails. We ordered the Jack & Ginger, Dreamsicle, and the Sunburn. All were excellent. I also tried an Upper Manhattan. Not sure why I did since I'm not a whiskey drinker. It was strong but I liked it. We love the Hot & Spicy edamame and the spinach dip. The edamame is quite addicting. Entrees are tasty. Good flavors, nice presentation. Service is kind of slow. Not sure why. We waited more than 40 minutes for our food to arrive due to a snafu. But management was quick to remedy the situation. The fast response by managers was greatly appreciated. I'm pretty sure we will be back to try out more of the drinks and food.
(4)Akta D.
I really like this place. The location is superb since it is right next to the movie theater. The food is great. Being a vegetarian and actually finding choices with meat substitutes is great. Their Gardein wings are so good, but the Gardien Thai Chicken pizza is my absolute favorite. Along with that the lettuce wraps are some of the best. This place also introduced me to a variety of beers so I love trying new beers there. The biggest downfall is that I wish the waiters new a little more about beer and also if they had customizable beer flights.
(4)Isabella K.
I love this place! I have been here quite a few times, and each time I am pleased with my decision of going. While the drive is a bit for me coming from Chicago, the free parking and the food, totally worth it for a date night. They have a generous beer selection, which to me and my significant other means a lot. I also enjoy their wine and cocktail list. My favorite drink of choice would be the Escalade, it is amazing, and I am not one to usually go for mixed drinks. They have a great menu as well. Their appetizer list is pretty neat, calamari, mini burgers, its a great selection in my opinion. I love their bacon burger, I mean come on who does not love bacon. Even now, sitting here and thinking back on the times I have been there, to celebrate my first interview for a job, to getting the job, and even later on to just go there. It quickly has become my place of choice for a great meal and great service. Quick tip of advice, we always try to call about 15-20 minutes before arriving, to see if there is a wait, and if there is- then to have our name placed on the seating list so that we can have a table when we arrive.
(5)Amy H.
I've never had a bad experience here. Everything on their menu is good. I've tied the cheeseburger, Mac and Cheese, grilled cheese and tomato bisque. It's just flavorful, fatty goodness. The service is superb and the pricing is just right. Also, in the summer, there is outdoor seating so you can enjoy the outside breeze.
(5)Alison M.
Came here to celebrate a birthday dinner with ~30 people and it was a very nice choice. The staff were very accommodating to all of us and our server was very skilled in taking all orders, delivering the food, and organizing all the checks. Everything at this restaurant tastes great. Sandwiches and burgers range from $10-$13. I'd recommend the Mac & Cheese or the Cuban Roast Pork Dip. Very dim lighting that makes the environment intimate, but the bar in the middle of the restaurant & TVs stationed across all sides, makes the vibe casual. Whether you're on a date, or simply grabbing a bite with your family, Yard House is a great for all occasions.
(4)Eric S.
Always have a great time here. Service is awesome food is amazing. And it's not to pricey. Especially when u come during half price appetizers. Love this place. And love all the beer choices!!!
(5)Rafael C.
Definitely one of Glenview's nicest places to hang around in. They have plenty of food options and many beers on tap. It was a pleasant surprised coming here for a co-worker's final goodbye. We took advantage of the happy hour specials which made it such a nice bargain considering I find the place a bit pricey but manageable. There wasn't a good deal on drinks but the half priced apps were pretty good. The Moo Shu Egg Rolls with the apple ginger plum sauce rocks! Besides having lots of beer on tap, I was happy to see a few options for cider even though they can use more. The mixed drinks were good as well. I shall return for sure but for now I'll keep it to happy hour.
(3)Craig F.
We decided to go the Yard House with a few friends for my wife's birthday. Things started out great. Quick seating. Good beer selection. Then we ordered. The service was severely lacking because we were in the middle of a server transition (he wanted to go on break because he was closing). He stopped by to give us our drinks and take our order. We received our drinks and proceeded to wait 45 minutes for our food. This wouldn't have been that big a deal, but the no server ever came back to check on us and ask to refill our empty glasses. On numerous occasions we asked passing servers if they could find our lost server, but to no avail. We ended up going to the bar ourselves to get drinks. This is a birthday dinner and we wanted to celebrate. Finally, our food shows up and it's a little more than warm. But we moved past that. Our server returned and we ordered another round... it never came. So when when the check came I decided to do something I never do, tip low. Which I did, 8%. If I ever do go to the Yard House again, I'll sit at the bar. At least I know my service will be great because I'll be doing it.
(2)Matt V.
Favorite restaurant in Glenview. I have gone their quite a few times and everything is consistent--food and service. Most of all, I love the beer selection!
(5)Unbiased R.
The following comments were from Yard House in response to my initial review: ---------- Hi Unbiased, We are very sorry to learn that we prepared your burger incorrectly! We wish our team would have remade it for you or replaced it with something else. When time allows, please contact us at guestservices@yardhouse..... Kindest Regards, Carrie C. ---------- It's super cool that Yard House cares what its customers think. SUPER COOL! Thanks!!! On a side note, I generally don't send food back. I worked in the foodservice biz for a number of years, and I'd rather walk away less than satisfied than have something nasty done to whatever I'm going to eat. Definitely not saying that they do this at Yard House, but it's always a possibility at ANY establishment when food is sent back to the kitchen with a complaint.
(3)Kris L.
I'd give it 3.5 stars really. Pretty busy place, walked in on a Friday night and was told it would be about a 20-25 min wait but were seated in 10. Always nice. They have an extensive menu so it may be good to have an idea of want you want before going. Beer menu seemed pretty good but I opted for a skinny margarita which was delish. The restaurant was pretty big and pretty loud, service was ok, and food was decent. Nothing blew me away. Might be a good place to stop if we were in the area, however I don't think we'd make a special trip just to come here.
(3)Dylan H.
Initially, the selection of beer listed on their site is what brought me in. Their menu is huge, and I always feel bad for the cooks/chef when I see that. However, my Hawaiian burger was phenomenal (there is something in the Aloha sauce). I washed it down with a Two Brothers Cane and Ebel, and it was equally delightful. I will definitely be back.
(4)Jonathan C.
This is a solid bar for Glenview. There are just a few things that make it a 3 star place in my book . First while they do have a section of beers, It was quite hard to find something unique that I would want. I wanted a Maibock ( beeradvocate.com/beer/st… ), which is traditionally a style of beer that is brewed and ready to drink in May. They only had Rogue Dead Guy Ale. While this is a solid beer, it is probably the most popular Maibock I can think of. I would have thought that in May they would have an additional seasonal Maibock and not just their standard everyday one. Secondly, I thought the prices were a little high for pretty standard, nothing fancy apps. A plate of nachos here was more money than a huge bowl of mussels and thing of fries at the Hop Leaf (I compare this place to Hop Leaf since they are both beer bars). The chicken wings here were an order of 12 for like $12. If I'm paying such inflated prices at a bar, I want something interesting or creative to eat. Another concern of mine was that they can no longer serve yard sticks of beer. WTF Glenview, you're forcing them to not serve what they are supposed to. But unless you're planning to do some serious chugging a yard of beer is pointless since it will get warm on you. But its hard to expect much character and awesomeness out of a chain bar..... oh well it had promise, just could not deliver.
(3)Bill M.
I was "kidnapped" by my +1 and taken to Yard House, which is apparently one of her fave places on her home turf. This is part of a chain I had never heard of previously. We came on a Monday evening and the place was doing brisk business. Supposedly there is always a wait at peak weekend times, even though the place seems cavernous. There are numerous TV's set to different sporting events, so pick the game you want to watch, or not. The place has a good beer selection but we did not try any. I ordered a plate of "bearnaise" sliders with some shoestring fries, not bad actually. There are no real bargains on the menu, unless you hit some happy hour specials.
(4)mauricio o.
my server was the last person on earth i would ever want representing my own business. It is a shame that someone so lethargic and despondent is actually paid to interact with people. This girl was a plain jane all the way around. like the least special person to ever greet a table. anyways thank the restaurant heavens that she went home and this guy took over. The male server was courteous and polished, while still remaining genuine. The overall experience was a let down though compared to other yard house restaurants. turkey burger was over salted. fries were skimpy. and there were so many confused employees running around. With the inconsistencies they showed in the few hours i was there, I couldn't imagine a single reason to go back.
(1)Rick F.
Cool workers. Fun place with kids. Also fun with the guys cool beer :) I'm here 2 times a week after that across the street happy time @ cup of cake :)
(5)Arie W.
Yard House has the best selection of beers, too many that I don't know if I'll ever get to try every single one, but it always keeps it interesting when I go. I think that's probably the only great thing I can say about Yard House. The food there is decent at best, but there is not a single item on the menu that I ever look forward to eating, not to mention that it's overpriced. The best time to come would be during their happy hour: after work or after 10pm when appetizers are half price. Within the Glen, I'll admit this is probably the restaurant I go to the most (aside from Potbelly's), strictly because of the beer selection and it has a lot of TV's to watch multiple sports games. This location also has a ton of seating so there usually is no wait for a table.
(3)Mariam R.
Stopped by after we saw Les miserable last night and wow! Was a surprised with the selection of beers and the quality of food. I ordered the halibut with asparagus in a creamy mushroom sauce. My husband had a simple cheeseburger and their special truffle fries. It was delicious! Will be back and definitely want to come for happy hour.
(5)Janice M.
A good trendy place to hang out. Yard House offers amazing selections on beer. This restaurant has served as meet up place with my fellow high school friends whenever I make it back to Norhtbrook. I have been here for both dinner and lunch, and they seem to always be busy. Their food here is decent. To be honest, I don't remember much of what I had and how good it was but I do remember that they had good beer. lol. I will be sure to write another review when I go home for Thanksgiving.
(4)Roy H.
Half priced appetizers during happy hour, over 100 beers on tap. It gets a little busy sometimes and waits can be long. But it is a very fun place to go with a big group. Great food, though a bit expensive.
(3)Stephen R.
besides having over 100 beers, this place blows. The food is bar food which is the same everywhere but it is always absolutely jammed. It succeeds because there is nowhere else to go up in glenview and the burbs. If you are that hard up for a beer and burger I guess this is your spot, otherwise it the steak and shake and buy a 6 pack at 7-11.
(2)Chris D.
Five stars alone for the half-priced appetizers from 3-6 p.m., with several vegetarian options. The Gardein "beef" sliders and wings were awesome, as were the thin-cut fries that came with the sliders. We also tried the oinion ring tower and cheese dip. Yum! I was in the mood for a fruity beer, and the server was kind enough to bring us samples to taste. The St. Louis Framboise was excellent.
(5)Kevin O.
I am actually a big fan of this place. For Appetizers I recommended the Onion Ring Tower or the pecan salad bother are excellent. main course wise the Pizza's pretty good and their burgers are also really nice and juicy. I am looking forward to going to this place next year when I'm 21 because they have a huge selection of beer on tap. Otherwise I recommend the Lemonade with sugar on the brim is really good. Usually this place is always busy on a weekend night like a Friday or Saturday night but there is a big parking garage nearby so parking's not a problem. It's also a great place to stop after or before seeing a movie which is right next door.
(5)Anita M.
If I originally reviewed Yard House a couple years ago I'd say its definitely got 4 star potential. However over time I've begun to put this place further and further back in the list of places to go back to. A couple days ago I returned with a couple friends and took advantage of their happy hour. After placing our order and getting the food, our server made a comment along the lines of "you think you guys got enough food?" I'm not sure whether I should be embarrassed or laugh out loud?! Either way its not a comment you expect from a server in my opinion. I also found it funny that throughout the meal we felt very rushed yet when we were ready to check out our server asked if we would mind that he takes and puts the order in for a large table. We didn't mind but found it ironic. Anyway, this place is a little pricey so I would only go for the happy hour
(2)Doris D.
This goes out to all the suburban haters: The Yardhouse rules. The music rocks (classic rock!), the portions are huge, the service is super quick and it's half price (huge portion) apps from 3-6 every day. HUGE beer selection. Yes, parking sucks, so go park by my house! One star down because they were out of bbq ribs (yes i know, I am sorry, I try to be a vegetarian every single day of my life and fail at it miserably). You go, the Glen.
(4)Becky P.
I think, if you are a bartender in a "beer bar", that you should know what you're talking about. When I know more about beer than you do....mmmm....not looking too good. Now, the food here is very tasty, but I think a little on the expensive side. Last time, we went during Happy Hour, and that was great, especially if your on a budget.
(3)Andy J.
So many beers on tap it would even make the Angry Frenchman happy. Wait, the Angry Frenchman will never be pleased. I've only had one visit but I'm s fan. Waitress was fun, whitty and attentive (also smoking hot). The food was good and served in large portions. If you go you need to try a beer float. I had the double coffee stout float and it far exceeded my expectations.
(4)Dee W.
With nearly 100 beers on tap, you just can't go wrong. We ended up ordering an adult entree of their mac n cheese - how can you go wrong with truffle oil, grilled chicken and bacon in mac n cheese? Other than that, the portions are huge (goes along with the price) and between their burgers and sandwiches, they have some delicious entrees, as well. Service is friendly and quick and they accommodated the two kids in our group very well with water sippy cups and milk sippy cups and crayons/coloring books to boot!
(4)Jane K.
Went back after a couple years to reacquaint myself with my favorite sirloin dish. I like my meat a bit bloody and therefore hopefully preventing the kitchen staff from thinking that they can dump a two week old piece of beef well done on me but.... this time.... the meat was soooo sinewy and tough, I just chewed out some flavor and eventually had to spit out almost every bite. I was sooo crushed! I'm still debating whether or not I can get myself to give it another chance, chucking up my last experience to Yardhouse having had a bad night. Friend had the jambalaya and it was alright... albeit on the salty side.
(2)Christiana S.
I've been working in the NW 'burbs for about 3 months now, and the Yard House has quickly become my go-to spot for lunch. I LOVE LOVE LOVE it. The food here is phenomenal (think upscale bar food). My favorite is probably the orange chicken, but I'm also partial to the bernaise sliders and spinach artichoke dip. And my favorite co-worker swears by the turkey pot pie, which is literally a good 12 inches wide. (Amazingly, I've seen her finish this massive pot pie, which is impressive considering she weighs about 100 pounds soaking wet.) This place has a massive selection of beer, and you can actually order it by the yard. What's better than that? They also make a beer float for dessert, which is made with a chocolate stout and vanilla ice cream. It sounds kind of gross, but trust me when I say it is totally and absolutely delicious. The servers are always pleasant (and the host/hostess will usually wait for you to take off your coat and sit down before throwing a menu at you, which is always nice). The decor is like an upscale sports bar. The televisions can be a little distracting (even with the sound off), but at least I'm usually able to catch up on my ESPN watching during lunch. This place also does large groups well even though they don't have a private room; my department had our Christmas luncheon here this past year, and everyone left happy. And as far as the most tell-tale sign of well-run restaurant goes: the bathrooms here are immaculate. Definitely worth a visit.
(5)Holly G.
I love the food, chicken sandwich is amazing. Unbelievable selection of beer. Great people.
(5)Caitlin G.
Confession: I kind of LOVE the suburbs. In fact, it's more than love... I kind of am OBSESSED with the suburbs. I have to refrain from jumping in my car and driving beyond the city limits most Saturday mornings and afternoons. When I give into cul de sac and strip mall temptation, however, I am always pleased when I find myself near the Yard House for dinner. Despite being in The Glen, which can be a bit overwhelmingly for even the biggest suburbiaphile, this spot has a cozy and warm feeling that is perfect for wintry months. The beer selection is fantastic, and the food is tasty. Burgers are always a solid choice, as are the steaks. (I'm a lady who likes cow, apparently.) Watch out for the onion rings--deadly delicious! If you're trying to eat dinner here, be sure to allow time in you schedule for a wait. In the meantime, vulture by the bar and snag a free seat when you can for another yummy brew.
(5)Christian A.
This is my new spot! The food was incredible and oh so many drink selections. I had the Hawaiian burger which delicious! Then I had their strongest beer. It was superb. Great atmosphere and the prices were fair. Definitely coming back.
(5)Angela W.
Happy hour is the best... half priced appetizers anyone?! I come here fairly often and usually get the same few dishes: vodka shrimp pasta, mac n cheese squared, enchiladas, and FRIES! I must admit, I am a fry fanatic, and this place has great fries. Like, amazingly great fries. In fact, I would go to yardhouse only to eat fries if it was socially acceptable. Anyways, I'm not the biggest beer fan, but I can see that they have a huuuuuge selection. Overall, a good place for dinner with friend and/or family.
(4)Scott H.
I've always really wanted to love Yard House out in 'Pleasantville,' but tonight finally made me swear myself off the place. Sat down with my wife after a busy day of taking care of business and was eager to reward ourselves with a couple IPA's and an onion tower while watching the Bears game. We enjoy the (usually) better service at the bar so we saddled up and were promptly greeted. We soon had beers in hand and didn't have to wait too long for our barkeep to return and take our food order. Then we waited. At least 30 minutes for apps in a half-empty restaurant? Then when we finally noticed our order bathed in light under the heatlamp, we waited another 10 minutes while a half a dozen servers and the manager hung out and chatted five feet away from us while they watched the clock. I finally reminded one of the bartenders that we could see our food and hoped to be able to eat it soon. She found someone to bring out the food, but alas the rings were somewhere between lukewarm and chilly at this point. We picked at them for a bit until someone took notice and offered to put in another order 'since they don't take that long.' Sure enough we had a new order of rings in front of us in five minutes (what took so long the first time?). A few minutes into our appetizer, the second bartender who checked on our order interrupted us with 'Hey, I'm leaving soon, can I cash you out?' Sure, whatever. Very, very rude, I'm in the middle of my food and I guess I'm being cut off. We settled up and gave a decent tip since I hoped our initial bartender would see at least some of it. We finished up and decided to leave early in the second half instead of opening a new tab. We asked for a manager and explained that the bartender's greed in asking for us to cash out (to get her tip) led us to decide to cut our visit short and head somewhere else for the remainder of the game. He seemed to 'get it' and I hope he had a talk with the bartender in question. Not sure that I care in any case. So, the subpar service and the fact that this place is quite overpriced (see my prior review) will lead my hard-earned dollar to a more attentive restaurant. We should be supporting the local mom 'n' pops instead of corporate chains anyway, so I guess I've learned my lesson. Off to Meier's Tavern.
(1)Sue K.
This place was so great that I don't even know where to start. Our waitress was phenomenal. She recommended great beers and the best way to order our food. She was friendly, honest, and even brought us empty beer bottles when we wanted to play a card game. I ordered a mixed beer: Guiness and Blue Moon. It was great. It tasted like a lighter Guiness with a hint of Blue Moon ..but I guess the name just states what I poorly described. They have tons of beers on tap, and although they were out of several that we wanted, our waitress was sure to recommend other similar ones. We were there for half price appetizers, so we ordered the chicken nachos. Since I don't eat chicken, it was put on the side. Our waitress recommended we get the chips on the side, and it came out to be like chips and dip. It was a great idea, and much better than had it been all mixed together. Although it wasn't the best chips and dip ever, it was good. It was similar to bar food. Parking is simple, as it is located at the Glen and there's a parking lot. The atmosphere was also nice. Very clean, dim lighting, and tv screens everywhere to watch the sports games you want. It's definitely a place to check out if you're a huge beer fan, and although it's a bit on the expensive side, it is pretty delicious.
(4)Elizabeth R.
I really wish I could say that I had nearly as good of an experience as the rest of the Yelpers on here but sadly The Yard House was just plain awful. First off I live just west of the City so a 30 minute trip was made just to go to this place. My roommate (who has been to many of the other Yard Houses in other states) had been ranting and raving about the food and beer here for weeks so he's the one who convinced me to even bother with a trip to the suburbs. Right from the start the place had the feeling of a cheap restaurant made to look fancy. Lots of seating which is good but very much reminded me of the Old Country Buffet that my parents took me too as a child. When we first walked in there were about 4 hosts chit chatting and not paying any mind to us so as my friend found us table I went to the washroom. Bathroom was disgusting and not cleaned and all of the faucets seemed broken but then again maybe they weren't since they were the auto-start kind. It seriously took me about 5 minutes to rinse all of the soap off my hands since so little water came out. Not happy. OK, OK, OK so at this point I know someone is going to read this and think I am a brat but please keep reading!!! So our waitress takes about 15 minutes before she bothers to comes over and take our order. Oh and at this place you need to request water, they do not just bring it like most restaurants which I am all for, lets be green people! This is where the problems begin: Problem 1: when we do ask for water she never brings it. Problem 2: she does not bring the necessary items to eat (plates, forks, etc.) until asked Problem 3: never once clears the table so we have plates everywhere the entire meal Problem 4: seems to forget about us (mind you the place is empty) Problem 5: she smelled terrible! i'm talking so bad that even with her standing at the foot of our booth our entire table could smell her!!! So besides the cheap decor and horrible staff I am hoping the food will blow my mind...so very, very wrong I was. So there is 3 of us and we take advantage of the half off appetizers and based off my roommates recommendation we order the following: -spicy tuna rolls -calamari -blue crab cakes -jamaican jerk chicken wings -fire cracker wings All of these items are sub par at best and for what they normally charge outside of happy hour I would be very, very disappointed if I had paid full price. I'm not sure if it was the cook that day or if the items weren't fresh since it was the day after the 4th or if the people who eat here have never had good seafood or wings before but it was just terrible. I do see from the other reviews that the sliders and salads are very good but since I did not try this and I have no intention of ever going back this place only gets 1 star and that's only because they do have a huge beer selection on tap. All and all unless you live near this place there are hundreds of better places to eat then The Yard House.
(1)Conly D.
Put simply, happy hours! They have remarkable happy hour specials! Half off their apps and pizza. Wow! Not to mention they have over 100 beers on tap, how can you go wrong?! Granted, I live across the street and can walk over whenever I like, but it's always packed in there and the quality of food is great! FYI - Be sure to bring your ID, regardless of your age as they card very hard there.
(4)Kimbele S.
a truly sucky suburban bar/restaurant. 1) no prices next to their extensive beer list. the reason for this was explained to me by our waitress: 'due to the change in market prices (?!), we don't print prices as they change frequently.' this isn't lobster, people. i was very tempted to ask for individual prices for every beer on the menu. 2) after asking if they had any specials, the waitress responded that they have no drink specials, as they are 'illegal in the state of illinois'. she was clearly confused by this portion of the illinois happy hour law: "Reducing or fluctuating prices during the licensed premises' normal operating hours (from opening until closing). Prices must be the same for all customers, for all purchases for the whole day." ok, fine. in that case, do you have any drink specials for the entire day? her answer: oh no, no. it costs a lot of money to maintain this building and print this menu (cheesecake factory-style), so we don't do any specials on drinks. yikes. plus, food is gross, overpriced and greasy. while i don't purposefully seek out or expect much from suburban bars, this one is the pits.
(1)Christine S.
Went to The Yardhouse for lunch today... They have a pretty decent selection on the lunch menu... I had the Turkey Cobb Salad and it was pretty good. They've got a shit ton of beers on tap, a very spacious and open restaurant. The wait staff and greeters are friendly and attentive.
(4)Keith A.
Always a good standby, I went here with a friend the other night. The beer selection is well worth the trip and the food is pretty good. I had the sashimi tuna and had some coconut shrimp as well and both hit the spot. there's a ton of beer on tap, and it makes for a lot of fun trying out a bunch of different beers. Its not spectacular, but its really good and that works well
(3)John H.
The Yardhouse gets a one star deduction for being located in the Stepford Wives housing complex known as The Glen and another deduction for not having actual yard glasses. It's a shame, because the food here is excellent. Standard American fare mostly, and pretty well done all around. Let's start with the location: it blows. And we're done. Moving on to glassware. Now, it strikes me as a bit odd to name your restaurant after an item you choose not to serve. I was told by a waiter here that the full yard glass was discontinued when patrons would order full yards before last call, down them, and play bumper cars when driving home. I don't endorse drunk driving at all. I detest it so much that I don't even own a car. But I think you'll agree with me that no business has the right to name itself after a product it's too chickenshit to endorse. If they have the decency to close the place, rename it, and subsequently reopen, it'll be worth a return.
(2)Rich M.
Have the beer then go somewhere else to eat. The atmosphere and idea of this place is great but after a couple of visits the food has always come up short.
(3)Alex R.
My friend wanted to come here for his birthday dinner, and so we went. The first thing I noticed was the lack of street parking. What you want to do is park behind the movie theatre and then walk over. Alas, once you enter the establishment, you will note that it is quite large, with plentiful seating and big screens. We proceeded to sit at a booth and were greeted by our friendly server, Patrick. I got the Portabella Burger with avocado ($10.55 + $1.50 = $12.05). The burger came, and it was of a normal size, and of adequate taste. A huge portion of semi decent skinny fries were served along with it. A decent burger, yes. One that justifies the price tag? No. Having eaten my share of mushroom burgers, I can say there is nothing special about this one. My friends dish arrived. Tomato Bisque Soup ($6.50), Roasted Turkey Club ($10.95) and Rogue Shakespeare St. Beer ($6.25). Yes...I am looking at the receipt, which surprisingly managed to not get eaten by my purse, lol. Alas, I cannot speak for my friend, but I can speak for the bites I stole from his plate. Again, the food was okay, but nothing special for the prices. Bottom line, come here with your buddies to sample a beer from their wide selection. They are a bit overpriced, considering The Map Room in Chicago is cheaper. But...where else can you find this selection in suburbia? The atmosphere is nice, but don't bother coming here solely for dinner, it's adequate but nothing special. On the plus side, there are a ton of shops, movie theatre, and other restaurants to choose from, and you can then come here for beer ;)
(3)Hitomi A.
Fast service and a great selection of tap beer, but not so impressed by the quality nor quantity of food for $. It was missing a wow factor... Just okay for me!
(4)Terrence C.
I really don't like "the glen" The idea of fake communities in the middle of nowhere irks me. So I venture out of my bona fide urban dwelling to visit the glen for 2 reasons, golf and yard house. If you like beer, and they don't have something you like here, i'll give you a dollar (totally have my fingers crossed!). Burgers are really good! I typically get down with the pepper jack burger. The bun is heaven sent. A little over being halfway through it though, i start to lose interest. Fries are pretty delicious also. No matter what you order get garlic aioli sauce on the side. I'd dip my first born in that stuff if it'd make me love him/her more. Bearnaiss sliders will hit the spot too. Portions are more than enough, and you'll probably leave with a doggy bag under most circumstances. People are friendly, sports games are on the tube, check it out.
(4)Eric V.
From ales to stouts to IPAs, there are taps aplenty to satisfy your inner beer aficionado. It's just too bad I couldn't find any good food to be washed down by many a tall, cold one. While my burger was cooked to the right temp, it was straight-up bland. I'm not looking for fancy herbs and spices either. A little salt & pepper goes a long way folks. My wife's four cheese pizza wasn't much better. The crust might as well have been cardboard, there was way too much cheese, and the tomato sauce was hardly detectable. The Truffle Fries are actually decent and probably the best thing we had all night. I say come for the booze, but fill up on grub elsewhere.
(3)Todd K.
I had a fantastic time here with my 150 year old grandma and my parents. Very good service, outstanding food, and plenty of beer to choose from. the food: jerk chicken and shrimp something-crazy-awesome. i like food with lots of flavor, and this hit the spot. other meals at the table included the mac and cheese (i tried it. it was incredible.), grilled cheese (didn't try it but from the facial expressions, it was a hit.), and the jambalaya with noodles instead of rice (tried it. very good, a little spicy but barely.) the beer: whatever. if you like beer, you'll be happy. they have a shmillion beers on tap. the service: we were there very early on a sunday (did i mention i was with my 150 year old grandma). i read Rosanna's reviews and i imagine a busy night might have been different. our service was just fine. i'll definitely be back, this time without the family in tow.
(4)Beth A.
food is goin down a notch...but the beer selection gets 5 stars our server trevor gets 5+ for being prompt and friendly and extremely knowledgable about both food and beer...and not only remembering my bf and i from our recent trip in but remembering everything we had to eat and drink as well...amazing!!! -had the spinach dip again...chips were still oily -i tried the truffle mac n cheese and if i couldnt even eat half of it...it smelled rancid and was incredibly oily and non cheesy -bf had enchiladas...they were stacked like pancakes and had a good kick to em -brownie dessert (with candle for his bday) was just ok...the brownie was pretty thin but the ice cream had good flavor yardhouse should check the expiration date on that oil and give my new favorite server of all time a big ass raise in his hourly pay
(3)Caroline S.
Honestly, I don't know why this place only has 3.5 stars. Personally, I LOVED it. I went here with my family last weekend at around 6 o'clock. It was about half full. We didn't get any appetizers, because we didn't want to be too full, but a lot of the appetizers on the menu sounded good. For the entree I got the grilled jumbo shrimp with spicy Indonesian rice. The food came in about 15-20 minutes, which isn't too bad. But it was worth it, because I LOVED the shrimp. They were well grilled and had the perfect flavor too them. The rice was great too! I also really liked the two sauces that it came with. The portion was fairly large, but not ridiculous to the point where you can't finish it. However, we were too full for dessert. The service was alright. The waiters didn't go out of their way, but it was decent. The only con is the price. It's fairly expensive. It's about $25 dollars for 6 jumbo shrimp and rice. I would recommend going Yardhouse if you're in the area!
(4)Alex K.
Calamari + Bearnaise burger + mix of woodchuck cider and Young's Chocolate stout (forget what they call it now) = bliss Great staff, great American food, wide beer selection, and classic rock music. I always drink too much here. I love it.
(5)Sarah C.
5 stars for their beer selection and waiter knowledge on them... 3 stars on food quality and 1star because my boyfriend and I both got sick tonight... Been there several times... Randomly. Call ahead on a weekend. Long waits. Expect so-so food..
(2)Jasmine P.
I heart the plethora of beers that the Yardhouse has on tap. Don't know what you're in the mood for? They will most likely have something for you. The waiters are helpful in recommending beers for your taste as well. I like the location of the Yardhouse too. It is situated in a former Naval Air Station so it's cool to walk around before or after your meal and see parts of the Naval Air Station in the facades. The food was meh. I wasn't overly impressed, but some of the food was still tasty. We arrived in time for the reverse happy hour so our dining consisted mainly of appetizers. All of the appetizer plates were HUGE so count on sharing it or using it to be your whole meal. The chicken nachos were mediocre. I favored the guac, sour cream, and pico de gallo (who doesn't?), but the chicken was very dry and I could have done without the refried beans. We also ordered the seared ahi -- my fave and that was pretty good. We also had the turkey burger sliders which were pretty tasty. My friend really appreciated how the burger was cooked and that it wasn't dried out and tough. I liked how the fries that same with the sliders were cooked well -- thin and crispy -- yummy! I like that some of the food selections are good, but it's somewhat hit or miss. A more consistent performance of appetizers might bump up my rating. I like that the Yardhouse wasn't completely deserted on the late Monday night that we were there. There were still people around, ample amount of parking, and plenty of seating. It's very casual so it was great finding a place to eat and chat, without having to dress up. Great service -- our waiter was helpful, but not pushy. yay! Overall, the Yardhouse at the Glen gets at 3.5 stars rating from me.
(3)Jenni Q.
This review is really more of a 3.5 star review. I wouldn't mind coming back here again but wouldn't be first on my list of must-go places (more because of the price than anything else - food and service was great). The Yardhouse is HUGE - they have big, comfy booths all along the walls with table and bar seating towards the middle. Numerous big-screen tvs playing baseball games, basketball games, hockey games - you name it. And if the game you want to watch isn't already on, just ask the waiter and they can probably change it for you. Highlight of the meal: LOBSTER GARLIC NOODLES. Good amount of lobster, crab AND shrimp. Absolutley scrumptious noodles - garlicy but not too oily and overwhelming. The coconut shrimp appetizer and the burgers (Peppercorn Crusted Gorgonzola & the Surf and Turf) were mm mm delicious. The menu here is a mix of asian and american cuisine. Lots of interesting unique options as well as your basic burgers and pastas. You'll be sure to find something for everyone. The appetizers here are super expensive (almost nothing is less than $10) but the entrees are priced comparably to other places. Overall a solid restaurant with a great sports atmosphere, great food and great service.
(4)Tony M.
Yard-house is an awesome place,classic rock and great food. The burgers are made from all natural nature-well beef, and have great toppings. What i got last time was the Jambalaya pasta and i was pleasantly surprised. Jumbo shrimp, andouille sausage, and small craw-fish, over pasta and jambalaya cream sauce. It was a great dish and i will be ordering again. O, and don't forget to order the onion ring tower when you go, mhmmmhmm....
(4)Richard O.
The football special has come to a close for half price beer on Sundays and Mondays. Oh what will we do it was a good run. The appetizers are better than ever if you get here between 3-6pm on Mon-Fri or 10-11pm on Sunday thru Thursday when they are half price. The seared Ahi tuna is fantastic along with the spicy tuna roll. The Chinese garlic noodles are great along with the spinach dip chips and the onion ring tower. Some alternate dishes are the california roll the Jamaican wings and pizza. Clam chowder soup is great along with a good variety of import beer.
(4)Mikey U.
Enter the Yard House....... On my first ever getaway to Chicago with my home-girl, Esco (also a beer connoisseur), we caught word that there was a Yard House not far from our corporate office. Having only been to the Yard House in San Diego previously, and not (yet) having one in the Bay Area, we thought it opportune to have a couple of rounds to prime the night. Little did we know it would BECOME the night... This Yard House, because of its location in a residence/retail villa, and the very noticeable presence of children and families dining, seemed very much equal parts restaurant, equal parts brewpub. In a way, it was nice to slow things down and enjoy some beers in a conversational environment. I'm not sure if things here ever get too loud or rowdy, which, for some people (myself included), is part of the charm found at the San Diego Yard House. With nearly 100 beers on tap, the choices can be daunting. Fortunately for us, bartender Ron and bartender Kim were exceptionally friendly and helpful, offering up suggestions according to our taste and even letting us sample a few beers just to be sure. Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse... a hefeweissen that finishes a little peppery. Took getting used to, but good. Kronenbourg 1664... very malty... good while ice cold... started to turn pungent as it warmed a little. Rogue Dead Guy Ale... good (HA!), was a little far gone to describe it further than "s'good". Overall an excellent and enjoyable experience. A little different, a little low-key compared to San Diego's Yard House, but still a great location to start or spend an evening in/around Northbrook, IL.
(4)Joanna P.
Good food but expensive! Beers start from $7 plus Entrees about $20 plus The food it is good just prices are not!
(5)Jeff R.
This is a suburban wasteland. Yes, they have 100's of beers on tap, but if you are already a seasoned beer drinker, they might not have the one you are looking for. They have 4-5 options of various beer styles, so they aren't covering the gambit by any means. After the limitations of the beer menu sink in, it is little more than an overpriced noisy chain restaurant. The servers are polite, the bartenders leave you alone when you've gotten your drinks, which is fine by me. There are a surprisingly high number of families, so I suppose it must be family friendly. They do have a brief happy hour appetizer special, but after it ends (at 6pm I believe) the menu is not worth the prices they charge. There aren't a whole lot of beer options at The Glen Town Center, but that should merely serve as encouragement to get out of the neighborhood once in a while.
(2)Matt R.
Pretty decent, good sized beer selection, decent food. Everything overall is not bad. I think the only surprising thing was their equivalent to "Sushi" was basically a giant scoop of fish shaped into a circle in a way that was impossible to eat. I can't really diss them for that because the waiter did inform us that it wasn't sushi sushi. Have had their Pizzas before, which are also decent, and of course their beers. Gets pretty crowded on weekends for a bar/restaurant-ish thing. Decent overall, but not amazing. 4/5
(4)Sal F.
Came here with my girlfriend for a late dinner. Our server came over and never introduced herself or asked us what we wanted to drink. After finally deciding on a beer I had to tell her that we were going to order food. Throughout the meal she came by twice, once during our appetizers to see how they were and the second time she just peaked over. She was not personable at all. When we were done eating we waited a good 5-7 min for her to come clean off our table and ask us if she could bring over the dessert menu by this time we were ready to leave and did not want to wait any longer but of course we ended up waiting for her to take the check back. Another server walking by noticed that we were still waiting and took it for us. On a brighter note this didn't sway our opinion on how good the food was.
(2)Jillian S.
I had never been to the Glen before and as a city-planner-in-training, I was very excited to spend some time here and experience it. Very cool use of an old developed site - and an excellent mixed-use community. But, this is a restaurant review - not a site plan review. The beer selection was amazing, and I'm not talking bottles, baby. Almost everything is on tap, and there are 150 selections! I sampled a Gaarten Rose - Hoegaarten White and Framboise. Heaven, but too sweet to have two. No problem, just pick one of a 100 other beers available to you! The food was creative and tasted pretty fresh. We were there during happy hour, so you could get half priced appetizers. I made a meal of two of them - coconut shrimp and the moo shu egg rolls. My favorite part were the sauces that came with them. This place does not skimp on flavor. You will walk away with a smile on your face!
(4)Anne W.
With every place in this suburb closed after 9 pm.. it's nice to find a place that serves drinks and food. The food is okay.. nothing special.. but it does have a casual beer atmosphere. The drinks are not terribly strong either. But oh well.. at least you can get a drink here.
(3)Bernadette C.
I love this place! Good food, nice place for diner and lunch! patio outside! perfect place to hang out :)))
(4)Mina M.
Man, they have the best clam chowder. Try it. You won't be disappointed. Regarding the 1/2 price appetizers during happy hour, here are my favorites: 1. Chicken fingers: Large and crispy 2. Calamari: Great sauce 3. Sliders: Perfect portion and the fries (skinny) are yummy 4. Hot Buffalo Wings: Spicy, salty, but pretty good 5. Garlic noodles: A must try, but only if you really like garlic As far as drinks, my favorites are the Pomegranate Press martini and the Rogue Hazelnut Brown ale beer. Stick with drinks they do well, like martinis and beer. Stay away from their mojitos and bloody marys. Not so good. Oh, and for dessert? Their Kona coffee sundae is outstanding.
(4)Lauren R.
Wow! This place rocked :) Definately a hidden gem. I came to that area for a quick gig and ended up walking over to that place. Service was awesome and the food was even more amazing. I had the Angel Hair Pasta with Vodka sauce and shrimp. The Calamari was to die for as well. Can't wait to come back
(5)Christopher N.
Good food, tons of beer selections, knowledgeable bartenders if you want to experiment with new beers and a decent amount of TVs for sports. Yardhouse would get a 5 if it were not for the large number of parents that treat it like their own private version of Chuck E' Cheese. Try and sit at the back of the restaurant or the backside of the bar. We sat close enough to the hostess once and had two kids plop down at our booth to play with the candles. It is unbelievable how much some people expect the world to tolerate their rotten fruit of their loins. Aah, but I digress. Prices are in line with the quality of food, service and atmosphere. I would highly suggest for those people who knock Yardhouse for price to watch their mail for Applebee's coupons and sneak in their own Keystone Light to drink.
(4)Meredith H.
the menu is of epic cheesecake factory proportions - too many options to choose from and too many pages to turn to make a decision. the beer list is fantastic and their beer mixes are a great addition - more choices than your typical Black and Tan or Snakebite. food is solid, but nothing fantastic. again the variety is just too wide to be really good at any one type of food here. service was average, prices normal for a nicer chain-y type place. it's great for the glen!
(3)Melissa G.
Great beer selection and the good is good. Service is usually average to above average. Just a little pricey.
(3)Dagwood S.
I've been there several times and always had a good experiance. Good good and incredible beer selection. Really large and can be really busy during the evening...especially on the weekends. The location is right in the middle of The Glen so there is plenty to do while you wait. Good for kids or just going out with the Mrs. or even hangig out watching sports with friends.
(5)Judd H.
As a chain for bar-type food, Yard House has a lot going for it. It has a real professional and tested menu (think Cheesecake Factory, California Pizza Kitchen, etc). So, I don't think I have ever had anything bad here. The service is not poor, it is just hit and miss as I assume they have a lot of turnover. If you have a good server, things will be great as they have good coordination with the bus staff. Also, the kids options are big and reasonably priced. I give this place less than five stars because it is really expensive especially for the alcohol for a casual dining option. Any craft beer pint will run you in the neighborhood of $7 and all of the entrees and apps are probably $2-3 more/plate than more local, less chain options.
(3)Shaun S.
I think I'll let everyone else talk about the food. I'm happy there. What I thought was great tonight, aside from being on top of our table of 9 which had three guests who needed to dine and bolt to a boy scout event, is that because of the table size we had a gratuity of already added onto our tab, somehow I overlooked this and added an additional 20%, she caught it and gave it back to us... very nice!
(4)Simone G.
Yes, the wait is always long... but the waiters are nice which is a good thing but the food can be ify it maters what you order I would suggest burgers. Their fries are amazing.
(4)Merrie W.
Good food, beer, and service. Wait can be long if u come on a busy evening/weekend.
(4)Tita P.
Well it is no secret that the burbs can be a little..hmm difficult for a single woman with no children. I love going to Yardhouse. There are actually people MY AGE!!! I usually sit at the bar and watch tv and enjoy the beer..well just one beer but they have a lot on tap if you want a variety. The bartenders are friendly and the service is really good.
(3)Northshore F.
Given the choices in the Glen and around, the Yardhouse is the best option. Easy place to meet someone for lunch, a drink or for dinner. Plenty of seats, so anytime I've gone there's never been a wait. Seats are comfortable. Atmosphere is good. Has a wonderful outdoor section, very nice in the summer to sit outside in the Glen watching all the activity and enjoying your meal. Menu has a wide selection. They are very accommodating to modifications. Service is excellent.
(4)Krissy K.
Took my niece my Mother and Father - it was a Sat night just past 5 PM and there was already a wait. Also while waiting they asked if we wanted to review the menu so not I'm thinking WOW they really want to turn over these tables. Salads were overpriced most starting at $15 - I work in River North and we have better prices. It was so loud and I felt so rushed and nervous. I have to say it was not a relaxing dining experience. The Turkey Burger was really good but I needed some deep breathing once we exited. I live in Chicago and over the years I've been to lots of restaurants and don't recall feeling so pressured or rushed as I did in that place. But maybe in Glenview with The Glen being such an attraction people are used to the mayhem.
(2)Peter V.
So, I just finished this amazing Pastrami deluxe sandwich. It was excellent. Bread was soft and fresh. This was an awesome first impression. Great bar atmosphere as well. I suggest you check this place out. Pretty cool.
(5)Orlando R.
My visit at yard house was extraordinary! I visit this restaurant at least once a month and I'm glad to say that the consistency is amazing. The service is great, the food was excellent, and the atmosphere was extremely satisfying. The beer menu is out of this world.
(5)PH P.
I love Yard House. WE go there for happy hour late at night and they have so many vegetarian options and a huge selection of drinks. Their customer service is OK.
(4)AJ M.
Been coming here for years and I am never dissapointed. Over 50 beers on draft and a very large extensive menu with pretty much everything. They also have a pretty good gardein vegetarian menu! Great place for dinner, watch a game or drives before a movie. This is one if my go tos for a night out it has everything!
(5)Rhonda R.
Went here Saturday August 8th with a party of 24 adults. The staff was very accommodating. We were all seated together. The service, atmosphere and food was great. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered. I had the Cuban pork sandwich and my husband had the steak sandwich. I highly recommend both. Someone had the chicken guacamole sandwich which she was very happy with and she's a picky eater. Our group comes here every year after the Glen Art Show and we have always had a good time.
(5)Anna A.
I went there with a big group, about ten people. The food was delicious, everyone enjoyed the drinks, the atmosphere was semi-fancy, semi-casual. Everything was great up until two days later when I checked the transactions on my card and the amount didn't match with my receipt. I paid with my card and left the waitress a CASH tip. On my transactions it shows that the charge from that restaurant was the total plus the amount of the tip that I left her in cash meaning she gave herself a double tip! Plus when I wanted to sign the receipt I was looking for the words "customer copy" on one of them and the waitress said " oh it doesn't matter you can just leave both copies in there and I'll take them." I was so furious. For the last couple of days Im trying to call the restaurant and figure this out because I want my money back and this is still not figured out. They can't find their receipt and I'm planning to drive out there and get my money back. That's unacceptable! One worker can sure ruin the reputation for the restaurant.
(2)Noor H.
This place was alright - came here and got a pizza & salad lunch special with co-workers. The food was okay but it wasn't anything super tasty or memorable. Might come back and try something else.
(3)Fred G.
I can't think of anything negative to say about Yard House at this point. I've been to this restaurant several times and have been impressed with their beer selection and dinner menu. Everything I've ordered has been great, with the exception of a Moscow Mule, which they promptly re-made for me with no hassle. It is also worth noting that this restaurant caters to the family/kid-oriented nature of the Glen and has large tables & booths available to accommodate your group.
(5)Alina S.
I've come here a few times before. So far so good. Although the wait was a bit long, the delicious food was worth it. We got the blue crab cakes w/mango chutney. They were bomb! Perfectly seasoned and crispy with the perfect not to sweet mango sliced chutney. The chicken tortilla soup was SOOOO GOOD. It was light and cheesy and filled with large chunks of chicken and avocado. Also, chalked full of fresh cilantro and chive. Unlike any other chicken tortilla soup I've had at a restaurant. For an entree since I had seafood for an app I decided to try a meat dish. I choose the BBQ Korean beef appetizer with spicy rice. First of all for an app it was HUGE. Taking some home for sure. My bf had the cheddar bacon burger with rum BBQ sauce. Best BBQ sauce I've had I think! Perfect combo of sweetness. And of course I couldn't stop stealing his shoestring fries. Def def going to keep coming back. They seem to have mastered the perfect sweet and savory profiles.
(4)Indya S.
Paid way too much for dry poorly crusted salmon with wasabi potatoes, first time experience. Never again.
(2)Alex A.
Went in for some drinks and food...and had one of the worst experiences...sat at the bar so that we could get drinks...not only did it take 15 minutes to get our first drink but we had to get one of the bartenders attention in order to ask them to take our drink order...yes they had more than one bartender...not very happy with the service at all...
(1)Laurice S.
I used to go here all the time when I lived in the area and still go every time I visit my parents house. The food is good, it's not super stellar but wayyy better than most American "bar and grill" type restaurants. They have an excellent happy hour with lots of choices to share apps with friends. They have tons of beers on tap from microbreweries all over the country which is cool. The burgers are pretty good. It tastes like they use better cuts than just ground sirloin bc the burgers are super thick and juicy. My parents always go for the pepper crusted Gorgonzola. The parmesan truffle fries with garlic aioli are really addicting and are like shoestring fries. They might have crack in them bc they are soo good! My fave app has to be the chicken lettuce wraps that have a Thai inspired twist to them. You can order this as your entree, be totally satisfied, and sometimes have extra to take home. The ambiance is chill, relaxed sort of sports bar-ish with all the TVs but also at times feels like a family friendly spot even for kids. I hate to compare but it's like an "upscale TGIFridays" lol.
(4)Pam P.
Come here for the half priced appetizers during happy hour. Or if you are a huge beer fan, they have an abundance of beers on tap. Last time I came here for dinner I ordered a vegetarian mac and cheese. In my head I thought I was ordering the "gardeinâ„¢ (MAC + CHEESE)2" but my waiter thought I meant the regular mac and cheese without chicken. Feeling a little disappointed about my meal, I asked our server where the veggie chicken was. I didn't realize I needed to specify "gardein" when placing my order. He said he would go to the kitchen and ask the chef to make chicken for me on the side. While this was happening, I didn't want to continue eating without the chicken, in fear that by the time it was ready, more than half my plate would already be gone. At the same time, while I waited, my food just sat there getting cold as I took small nibbles from it. I waited for what felt like almost 15 minutes thinking I should've just let it go and cancel the extra side chicken. That was when one of the chefs in the back personally came out and delivered a brand new gardeinâ„¢ (MAC + CHEESE)2. He said it wouldn't be the same if I were to just throw the chicken on top myself. Having thought the same thing, I really appreciated that he took the time to do that for me. I personally thought the chef was more attentive to my needs than our waiter who kept disappearing for long periods of time. In the future I now know to differentiate between the two mac's. I just wish that when I ordered, our waiter would've asked if I meant gardein or not.
(3)Michael B.
This is my go to place for sports bars on the north shore. The place is generally packed for big sporting events, but you can always find a great place to sit with a view of the endless flat screens displaying all the action. Food is excellent, great beer selection and wines too. Outdoor area as well during the summer. Great place with the family, just the guys or on a date.
(5)Dylan M.
Nice bar restaurant with a giant tap beer selection. They have a nice menu with a lot of vegetarian options. They do many creative things using gardien brand products and do it well. They of course also have lots of options that aren't vegetarian too. Great place to go and have beers sample a variety of foods and watch sports too. They have lots of TVs. I prefer to belly up to the bar!
(4)Daria D.
I cannot write a review that would give justice to this place. It is my favorite restaurant and everything I eat here is delicious. From tacos to pasta to burgers literally anything you get is amazing. I recently came here with the children I nanny and the kids menu is super cheap and you get a lot of food for the kids including juice and dessert. They loved it and i loved it. I will definitely frequent this place all the time like I normally do.
(5)Jessica C.
The beer list is amazing, but the food isn't something that I would talk over and over about to someone and beg them to go. I can say that their wait staff are one of the most nicest I've ever have had the pleasure of having. They check on you throughout your meal, and not overly check, but just to make sure everything is going okay. The hottest was very nice as well and easily accommodated our requested of having a table versus a booth. No questions asked, just re-sat us. I would go back again!
(4)Pauline D.
Second time here. You have to try the truffle fries and organic tomato soup. The chopped salad is very tasty. I also split a hamburger with bacon and BBQ sauce. Friendly service. Avery our waitress was excellent!
(5)Lucas W.
I've been back a number of times but I was especially impressed by something this last go around that spurred me to up my review to 5 stars. My food was delicious as always and the beer menu as fantastic as ever - some great new options for 2014. I went with the Belgian Sampler and have to say 5/6 beers were delicious. (why would you put an IPA hybrid on a Belgian sampler...could've been 6/6). But I digress. My girlfriend got a bbq bacon cheeseburger and asked for it medium. When it came out and we first looked at it, it was definitely medium rare. However, the more she ate, we realized it wasn't even medium rare, the meat in the middle was mushy and definitely rare. Bright red. She was already full from appetizers and fries and such so it just meant not bringing the burger home for leftovers. But when we mentioned it to our waitress she was very apologetic. Without even asking, the manager came over and apologized and comp'd her burger. I know the food is always delicious so I have to assume the kitchen was in a bit of a hurry as it was an especially hectic night, but I'm especially impressed that without asking for anything the manager was so quick to comp the vastly undercooked burger. As always, Yard House is great and can't wait to go back.
(5)Ricki S.
Great food, terrific choice of beer but very noisy. It's a sports bar the serves good food.
(4)Ana R.
Ugh everything was so yummy! My boyfriend is a vegetarian and I was so excited to find a place he could also choose an entree that wasn't salad. They had a nice variety of vegetarian options. I hope to one day say I tried everything. Truffle fries and grilled artichoke are a must! Also love the variety of drink options. Seems like just an all around great place. Expect to wait if you go on a Saturday night but well worth it.
(5)Michael D.
Kids menu works. Parmasean crusted chicken in marsala wine saw didn't work so much for me. Atmosphere nice! Tables made of a material that feels sticky to the touch. Staff friendly and attentive!
(3)Alex R.
I work out in Glenview, IL and Yard House has been an office favorite for quite some time now. It has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, parking, vegetarian options, and is kid friendly. I have been there a couple of times for Promotion Lunches, Happy Hours and mid-day World Cup Viewings. It is great for watching sporting events or grabbing a nice lunch. The staff is friendly but slightly confused when it comes to reservations and seating. I once showed up with a party of 6 and they tried to sit us at a 4 person table (keep in mind the large size of the restaurant). Their takeout service is amazing! They pay close attention to special requests and fulfill the order in a timely manner. Their food selection ranges from healthier, vegetarian options to delicious, greasy bar food. My favorite is the BBQ Chicken salad and the Avocado Swiss burger. The portions are huge and always satisfying. I would recommend this as a reliable, hearty place to take a long lunch.
(4)Hannah H.
A comfortable restaurant where the waitstaff are friendly, and there's a free parking garage right around the corner. I usually get their Mac + Cheese squared, in which it's basically a cheesy macaroni and cheese with breadcrumbs, roasted chicken breast chunks, applewood smoked bacon, wild mushrooms, castallane pasta, and truffle oil - you can definitely taste that oil since they don't skimp out on that! I've also tried their Pepper Jack burger, and it was quite juicy in regards to the patty, and a good topping with the adobe pepper, the melted cheese, and the garlic aoili. The fries that come with are crispy and thin, and a good abundance of it. They have a great selection of beer if you're a beer buff, and the place itself is like an upscale sports bar. This is your traditional American restaurant that has a bar. People come here for happy hour, lunch or dinner. +Mac + Cheese squared +extensive beer selections
(3)Rob W.
One of those places that has been around for awhile that I had yet to get to - finally did it! Just for lunch though - no beers, so I still have that opportunity awaiting. My friend and I met up for one of our periodic pow-wows. He ordered an Ahi Tuna Salad and I opted for a Pepper Jack Burger. Both entrees were good. The tuna was grilled nicely on the outside with a raw/rare center. My burger came with a great tasting order of fries and a garlic/aoli sauce that had a lot of flavor. The burger was cooked as I specified and had a semi-hot chili pepper laid across it which complemented the flavor. Service was exactly what it should be - greeting at the door, follow up with menus on the table while I was waiting for my lunch sidekick, attentive service throughout our visit by our waiter David. Definitely worth returning - I was pleasantly surprised.
(4)Kay R.
This place is a bit hit or miss. They have a great vegetarian menu, featuring Gardein "meat" products, and a fantastic craft beer selection. Some of the other items on the menu, such as the truffle fries, a la carte street tacos, or roasted cauliflower live up to the gastropub vibe this corporate joint has tried to cultivate. Others like the "spicy" Thai chicken pizza, "jerk" wings, or Mac and cheese trade authentic flavor for the sugary-greasy-salty flavor trifecta so typical at corporate chains.
(3)Ted C.
It's a good spot if you like beer which is why my friend suggested we meet up here. He claims that every photo of me he says I've always get a glass of beer in my hand, which isn't too far off. I've been here a few times before and completely didn't notice I didn't write a review for it until now. To start off, it's pretty run of the mill, like a more grown up Chili's or Applebee's where the food is marginally a little better and the beer selection more vast. I wanted their deviled eggs and was told that basically it was 3 egg halfs for an egg and a half. I don't know who did the math on that but I'm not going to 'Lady and the Tramp' my friend over half an egg. Seriously, WTF? Fortunately, he let me be the greedy one and I ate the third half. I liked how they've now reordered their beer menu into flavor profiles which gives people not so familiar with beer to decided what they want or people overwhelmed by a giant list of beer. (I also realize now that it's probably a way to get beer guidance when some of the servers are probably not beer fans or of age.) I decided to get the Pepper Jack burger which was all right the flavor of it was okay but there wasn't much chile flavor or spice from the pepper jack so I asked for a bottle of Tabasco which fixed things. Honestly, it's an all right place for the Glen.
(3)Gary S.
Just getting to this one my wife and daughters eat here all the time we have the spicy tuna rolls in the appetizer section, they are excellent . My daughter had the french onion soup , she said it was good , but she did eat it all. We all had some calamari it was excellent cooked just right with the right amount of batter . The spicy jambalaya with andouille sausage was very good . Then we split some of their street tacos we had the carnitas, pork belly and the ASADA all were excellent .
(4)Steve S.
I've been here several times over the past few years and each time I was impressed by the food and beer. Selection of beer is the BEST! Food quality is superb! Staff is very friendly. Watch out for key busy times; it can get a bit packed in here if you time it bad; call for reservations if you can. Ambiance is a tad too dark, but that's standard and I can still read the menu without trouble. Parking is a plenty. Don't be scared off if you're driving by and don't see parking immediately in front; there is a parking garage behind with plenty of room. Lots of neat stores to visit around here, too. My favorite menu item is the Ginger Salmon served on wasabi mashed potatoes; MMMM! Recommended.
(5)B P.
Love almost everything I've tried. Great vegetarian options and awesome beer selection. Gets noisy with all the families and little kids.
(4)Elle M.
Delicious food? Yes Great, cold drink choices? Yes Friendly servers? Yes Plenty of televisions? Yes What more could you want? We had the jambalaya and bacon burger. Both were super yummy!
(5)Ashley A.
great beer, great food, great beer So many beers on tap & our server was educated enough to give me a few good recommendations. I specifically chose this place because I love trying new beers and they have a great, big selection. The Yard House Belgian Amber Tripel by Firestone Walker was especially good. We ordered Chicken Nachos & Sweet Potato Fries with maple bacon dip. Umm, yeah; so good. I wanted to take home a jar of the dip alone. The place is pretty big with plenty of tables, booths, high top tables & seating at the bar. Only thing I wasn't thrilled about was that I was not greeted when I walked in. I walked in alone & was looking around for someone I was going to meet there. I was standing along side the front door for several minutes, but was never asked if I wanted to be seated. I finally found who I was going to meet and had to ask the hostess for a table. I would definitely return for the beer & food. Even the ambience was nice. Very clean place and the lighting was just right. The surrounding area is very cute, too. It has a downtown feel to it without all the congestion.
(4)Kurt R.
Great place for food and beer period. The bartender Ron was an absolute expert on the beer and food. It's a great place to meet friends. The baha fish tacos along with great beer makes for a perfect evening.
(4)Raji V.
I love coming here because they have a great ambience. It's very relaxing. They have various beers on drafts from around the world. I like fruity drinks , try the raspberry framboise! They also allow you to sample their beers before getting them! So I ordered a drink and there was hair in it, never had this happen here before, but the waiter brought me a new drink and covered our whole check!
(5)Jimmy J.
Still a great place for beer selection, sandwiches, and fries. We very impressed by the new Roasted Caulifower and Brusset Sprout appetizers. They were amazing You can do much much worse than Yardhouse.
(4)Paddu P.
I love this place for 2 reasons. Kona coffee dessert and onion rings. Good pasta-burgers- chicken sandwiches. Deff worth the trip!
(4)Yana N.
Come here for all the time! Always friendly staff, well prepared meal and good atmosphere for any occasion business lunch family dinner or just a bite to eat! My favorite neighborhood resto!
(5)Ilya K.
Pretty sure the waitress we had was nuts. After already placing a food and drink orders she brought them to the table and told us that if we ordered off the happy hour menu our food and drinks would have been 1/2 off. Now that would have been great to know before we ordered, not after. When I asked what drinks were part of happy hour she told us that she could.not tell us and that we'd have to order them first. Now to me that sounds like you either dont know what your doing or your crazy. From the numerous awkward exchanges we had, it could have likely been both. Yard House, please get help for Tina.
(1)Yana Y.
Where do I begin? I completely agree with another reviewer, they have no idea how to properly cook a burger or a steak. They have no clue what medium or well done means. I had to send a steak back 3 times, in order for them to get it right, and then the manager comes out to give me a lesson on how to properly order a steak? Get lost. How about you train your cooks, not your customers? I have been to the Yardhouse on numerous occasions throughout the years, but the last few times I have been there were not good experiences for me. They definitely rubbed me the wrong way. I used to always get wonderful servers, but lately they are rude and seem to always try to rush you out the door. People go out to eat to enjoy the atmosphere, relax, and get a few drinks - not rush out the door. It's tough to relax here, when you feel so rushed. They drop off the check and then you don't see them again. I can't even get anymore water? Yikes. It is bad to the point where they won't even seat you where you want. I asked to be seated by the window, to enjoy the view and they completely ignored what I said and sat me all the way in the corner by the hot, busy kitchen instead. Yeah, very relaxing! Not. This was not the first time that they've done this either. I went in last on 6/1/14, on an extremely hot day. We waited about 30 minutes or so to be seated, and once we were seated we waited another 25-30 minutes for a waiter/waitress. We didn't even get a glass of water, let alone a menu. Guess what? They never came. So my friend and I got up and walked to the front to ask where our server was. A young lady behind the counter says, "oh yeah, your server is on break. I will move you to another table." I mean, did she not know that the server was on break when she sat us there almost 30 minutes ago?? Unreal. I made a comment, before leaving, and the same young lady says, "sorry, we'll do better next time." That just really got under my skin for multiple reasons. I cannot tell you how much business I brought to this establishment. I have had multiple business meetings here, and I even recommended this place to plenty of friends because I liked the ambiance. Anyways, I was so aggravated that I had to call and speak to a manager. I spoke with a Dan, and he apologized for the inconvenience. He said that we could come back "right now" and he would take care of us, or he would send a coupon through mail. I was mainly aggravated by the service, and not looking to get anything for free to be honest; however, he insisted and he took down all of my information - and guess what? No coupon, nothing. So, you better believe that I called back, I am not letting this slide. I called back a few weeks later and I was told that they did not have a manager on duty. I find that hard to believe. I called back again on 7/30/14 and asked for Dan. The girl on the phone says, "sure, hold on". She then gets back on the phone to tell me that Dan is not in, but they had another manager named Amy that was in. I asked to speak to Amy. I tell Amy what happened and she tells me that there is no "Dan" that works there. Hmmmm interesting, then why did the person who answered the phone tell me that Dan was not in?? Anyways, Amy apologizes for everything and tells me the exact same thing - she will send out a gift card/coupon for my frustrations. It is now 10/25/14, and you've guessed it - NOTHING as of yet!!!! Shocking, I know.
(1)Andrew M.
Went to Yard House with my wife and another couple for dinner on Friday night. I had been wanting to check it out for a while as I really enjoy craft beer. My wife planned ahead and made a reservation so we were seated within a couple minutes of entering. The 1st table they put us at was right by the door and really cold. My wife asked for a booth, and they accomodated us. Our waitress was pretty busy as there were very few open tables in her section. She didn't seem too happy about her job, but she did keep our glasses full and remained begrudgingly attentive to our needs the whole night. We ordered drinks, 3 different beers and a lemonade. When she returned, we ordered dinner. I had a side caeser salad with their mac and cheese. It was excellent however the mac and cheese was so rich I couldn't finish it. Everyone was happy with their food. We proceeded to order a brownie dessert that we split four ways with caramel ice cream. The ice cream was outstanding and the brownie was also delicious. The atmosphere is pretty loud and busy, and the prices are a little higher than I think its worth. Overall, I think this is a nice place to grab dinner on occasion, but it isn't much in the way of a watering hole as the bar is in the center of the restaurant.
(4)Rob E.
The best selection of Tap beer, food is awesome too. Triple karmeliet is the best! It's always crowded which is a telling sign of how awesome this place is. Of course you can watch the big game too.
(5)Martin P.
One of my favorite places to go to. I have nothing to complain about. Beer selection Is great and food is good. Seating is quick for most part
(5)Gina D.
The food was great, and every plate that walked by looked scrumptious! We were there on a Saturday night with a two year old (way past bedtime), so we knew that it might be a difficult dinner. But, our waiter, Gabe, couldn't have been better! He knew that feeding the toddler first was the best way to make mom + dad happy...so he brought her food out ASAP! Happy baby = happy customers! We're already planning our next visit...hope we have Gabe as our waiter again!!
(5)TS W.
Beer, beer and beer! With ONO kind pupu's!
(5)Gavin L.
I came here before a movie with my friends. Our movie started at 6:30. We got there at 5:20, and were told the wait was 10 minutes. 30 minutes later, we sat down. We ordered right away. We waited for about 40 minutes, and by that time it was 6:20. We had to go to a later showing of the movie. Terrible experience, good food.
(2)Corisa A.
First of all, we are repeat customers at yardhouse. We had a very nice experience tonight. When we ordered our food, the wrong dish came out. I don't know if it was the waiters fault, or a mixup in the kitchen. We weren't upset at all because mistakes happen. I have to say that the manager on duty tonight, Dan, handled the situation as a true professional. He went above and beyond to accommodate us and make us happy. Our waiter, Jose, was so attentive the entire night even tho the error was made. I believe that yard house truly cares about the customers experience. Everyone is so friendly. The food here is always delicious.
(5)Randall K.
I have been here a dozen times over the last few years. Always enjoyable for the whole family. This review is for Saturdays experience. I took my 3 daughters for a "dad" dinner. We called ahead to get on the list. By the time we got there we only waited 5 minutes. The restaurant can get very busy. We had a very experienced waitress, so we didn't notice. We ordered 2 apps: onion ring tower and a bowl of clam chowder. Excellent. Seriously I didn't want to share. I let the girls eat and then cleaned it all up. We had 2 chicken tenders and a ceaser saled order. No complaints. I ordered the fish n chips. As good as any I have had. The fish was tender and cooked perfectly. It is hard for me to try anything else because I love this plate. We skipped the desert, but this restaurant rocks. Great for family dinner or a group of adults.
(5)MC B.
My family and I have only been here few times since it is a bit far from the city but it's pretty good. Their grilled sweet Korean BBQ is delish!! I will definitely be ordering that more often. The portion sizes are pretty big even for the appetizers. We ordered three appetizers instead of getting individual meals and we still couldn't finish everything! One dish that is a must try and that I absolutely love is their kona coffee ice cream sundae!! There is nothing quite like it! Also if you have a kid or a younger sibling, try the cookies and cream crunch pop. It's a rice crispy treat with Oreos mixed in. My brother got it since it comes with his meal and it was amazing!
(4)Ariana W.
My coworkers took me here for lunch and from the moment we arrived service was very slow and the restaurant had a mild amount of customers. It was packed, and it wasn't completely empty. Our server didn't check on us very often and the food took extremely long to prepare. The majority of our party ordered light items off of the lunch menu that doesn't take much preparation so we couldn't understand what was taking so long. Anyway, once we finally got our food I had to ask for more mayo because my sandwich was dry. Once we were finished and asked for the check, the sever took at least took another 10-15 minutes for them to bring it to us. Overall, our lunch date that was supposed to take 45 minutes to an hour took an hour and 30 minutes. I would be willing to give them another shot, but until then I give them 2 stars.
(2)Claire A.
I just don't like when it feels like they are choosing to serve you...... instead of, we are happy to have your business.
(1)Nicole P.
Went to the yard house tonight and had drinks and the sashimi and Ron was our bartender! awesome guy and awesome time :) will be back!
(5)Malen S.
Perfect family restaurant.. Very kid friendly and thats why we love this place.. They have something for everyone and the meal are very good & reasonably price. Love this place. Never disappoints!
(4)Kaylene W.
Have been here a few times. The bar is nice and spacious but the environment itself is extremely noisy! The food was decent but for the price of drinks and appetizers you can get a better deal for your money. May go back for a drink but don't see myself spending much time here.
(2)Heather J.
We were recently in Yard House for a second time, and it was not such a great experience. This place was packed the last time we were in, so we made sure to call ahead to get on their wait list. We were told the wait was 45-50 minutes. However, we didn't actually get sat for about an hour and 20 minutes. Finally we sat down, and luckily, the waitress was a sweetheart. She took our orders very quickly and served us just as fast. Unfortunately, I ordered my burger medium well, and it came very rare. I'm talking so pink you could pull the stringy meat with a fork. I ate most of it before letting the waitress know that the burger was undercooked. Her face turned almost white and you could tell how embarrassed she was that this happened. She told her manager, who came very quickly to our table to apologize and inform us that the burger would be taken off our check and even offered a free replacement burger. I was very happy that the manager did this - this is what sets a crappy restaurant apart from a reputable one. Two giant BONUS stars for this. I am sure I will be back to the restaurant eventually, but I am a bit concerned about their cooks' ability to cook a burger so it might not be for a bit!
(3)Spencer P.
Food - seriously everything I've tried on their menu - has been excellent. Been there at least a dozen or so times. Family friendly while also a good place to catch the game. Also love the place because I am an admitted beer snob - and this place has an amazing and extensive beer selection. While I'd love to see more support of the local breweries on the taps (Pipeworks, Spiteful, Lake Effect, Argus, DryHops, Church Street, some of Half Acres others besides Over Acre, Finch, Begyle and Temperance), I still can't complain about the overall selection and quality. Over the past several years though, they have consistently raised their beer prices to close to $7/beer now. With those prices, I'd expect to be in the bleachers watching the Cubs lose. It's definitely impacted my attendance frequency. However, when I do go back the place is still consistently packed and the food and beer is always good. They also seem to have had the same bartenders for a long time too. All of whom provide great service and are super-friendly. Personal favorites there are the chicken nachos and Thai pizza during happy hour. Rice bowl is another fav as an entree. Mac and cheese is sick, but my cholesterol is teetering on 300 so I'll live vicariously thru others on that front.
(4)Chris S.
This outdoor mall seems like the perfect place for a Yard House, which is a higher end, casual spot. Being from Southern California, these are everywhere and this location rivals the rest. You'll get top-notch service and a menu large enough to capture everyone's taste. The most challenging part about coming here is choosing what to order. The menu is littered with exceptional items, nothing of which disappoints, and all of which are well priced for what you get. A perfect place to watch a game, head to for lunch, bring a date or for a special occasion.
(4)Krunal P.
In my previous review I did not do justice per say. This is by far the best place if you are looking for good beer selection and great food. Its pricey compared to other places but it comes with the neighborhood. Happy hour half price appetizers are great but still no drink specials. Only reason I am giving four stars because service in general has gone down. It takes at least 15-20mins to get a beer once you put the order in even on a slow day. Staff used to be much more knowledgeable about beer selection but now they just run back to blackboard and bring a list. I still go here and been going here for almost 8 years now. I love their brownie and gardien wings. on weekends if you are going there with big group call ahead otherwise you'll have to wait long.
(4)Alan B.
Had a mixed drink and it turned into a $9.75 glass of ice. Complained to bartender and he said, "thanks for the compliment". That really upset me so I asked for manager who very nicely said he would take care of me later and to ask for him. We shall see.
(1)George D.
Great ambience, good music, food was good.. Very crowded! But good experience after all. sat at the bar and bartender was attentive and even threw a couple of jokes.
(4)Walker A.
Excellent vegetarian options. Always busy on the weekends, but service is always fast and excellent. Parking can be difficult but the food is worth the effort.
(4)Kee V.
I think they key to Yardhouse is keeping your expectations in check. I've never found the food to be all that great but they have a few items I enjoy. They turkey pot pie isn't really a pot pie but it's still very good. Big chunks of turkey, good amount of veggies and good gravy. It's my go to order if I really don't know what I want. I also like the french onion soup because it isn't salty like most places similar to Yardhouse. The beer selection is really the main draw and most of the time, everything is good. There have been a few instances where beers have tasted like old, wet rags though. If I had to guess, it probably has to do with uncleaned lines. The last time there, my wings were terrible. They were so soggy and arrived to the table lukewarm. I had one and didn't eat the rest. Our server, who was really great btw, saw that there was a problem and offered to replace it but I was so turned off by that one terrible wing, I politely declined. The place is always busy so they must be doing something right.
(3)Laylajane A.
Came here for lunch, I'd been hearing about it for awhile. I requested an vanilla milkshake (not on the menu) and the waitress whipped up a delicious one herself. I had planned on having a meal but the appetizers were so big, we didn't need any entrees. The hot wings were DELICIOUS as were the stacked onion rings. My pomegranate mojito was a bit sweet but still tasty. We left with our head filled with ideas for the next visit and our bellies full. The wait staff was phenomenal.
(5)Crystal K.
Yard house is definitely worth it during happy hour! Super inexpensive food. Wish they had better drink specials though
(3)Nataliya A.
Delicious food, great drinks, good service, weird reservation system. Food: CLAM CHOWDER, AHI CRUNCHY SALAD (seared rare, field greens, asian slaw and crispy wontons tossed in soy vinaigrette), (MAC + CHEESE (chicken breast, applewood bacon, wild mushrooms, cheddar, parmesan, campanelle pasta and truffle oil), *SURF & TURF (maine lobster sautéed in garlic butter, grilled asparagus, swiss and tomato béarnaise with fries) Drinks: YOUNG'S DOUBLE CHOCOLATE STOUT -Sweet Stout I am a sucker for clam chowder, and this one good, but not the best I've had. I would prefer the potato pieces to be smaller and maybe even creamier. The clams were also a little chewy. Overall though, it was great. The Ahi Crunchy Salad was probably my favorite dish of the evening, and it wasn't even what I ordered. The tuna was perfect, and the salad's cabbage, greens, and vinaigrette combination was perfect! The Mac and Cheese was very tasty, the chicken was soft, the cheese wasn't too cheesy, everything was creamy. I must say when I was full it didn't even look like I put a dent into the dish, there were still a loooot of food left. I would suggest sharing his for sure between 2 people. The Surf and Turf burger was not as spectacular as I expected it to be. I wish there was more flavor in the lobster, and that it was hotter. The asparagus was a great addition to this burger too. All the flavors went together great, I just wish it was served hotter. I am not a beer person at all, I stay away from all of it, I had a sip of my friend's stot and the chocolate stout was nothing like I've tasted before. It was rich, and flavorful, mmmm. It was a little heavy though, but that maybe just my crazy dislike of the beer feeling in my tummy. Overall though, this is a must try when you come to Yard House. The lack of a reservation system will certainly make me choose specific times when I should or should not come here. I called in advance and was told they don't take reservations but they take call ins. When I called I guess it was too early to call in, and was told to call in 15 minutes before I arrived and I'd be places on the waiting-list. I called about 40 minutes before arriving because I know how long wait listes usually are at restaurants in this area. When We arrive, we still had about a 15 minutes wait left! If I would have called 15 minutes in advance like I was advised by the hostess we would have had to wait for an additional 40 minutes to be seated, and that is a big no-no in my books... I would suggest changing the system to being able to make a reservation but look at how packed the pace gets, I guess it really wouldn't make a difference.
(4)Debbie I.
I have been here several times over the past few years and have always found them to be very accommodating. Today was no exception! One of the managers (Frank) saw that I was in a bit of a hurry and the placed was packed so he offered to help. He got my order and placed it immediately after first sitting me at the bar with some ice water. The bartender (Lauren) is super efficient but she was swamped when I arrived and could not attend to me right away. The food is always excellent and the drinks are great. They have an extensive collection of crafts/ales/hard liquor. Great place for a quick bite and a drink or a nice sit down meal as well. If you don't like something, they are more than happy to get you something else. Always a good experience with this super staff!
(4)Aaron A.
House of a million beers. They proudly display all the kegs behind a window in this huge, yellowy-lit cooler room. I could look up and see all the lines leading to the monster tap monster behind the bar. It reminded me of the scary furnace in the basement in Home Alone, go watch it, you'll see what I mean. Beer is the thing here. As proof, the bartender made me a disgusting, watery Manhattan with big chunks of ice floating on top. Sad panda. Some delicious bourbon waited in barrels for years just to wind up in that travesty of a cocktail. Giant appetizers. It was around 10 p.m., just in time for late night happy hour, several appetizers were half price. We ordered a few items that included avocado, they were really generous with the avocado, love that. Since cocktails are a struggle, I decided to try a short glass of the house Belgian. It was fruity and malty and strong. It was enjoyable, I would have another. We got the popular trio for dessert. It was definitely three things. I liked them all equally. My dainty lady wife took one bite of each thing, then left me to devour them like a bear in a jam factory. Terrific. Two bear metaphors in one review, is that too much? I'm going to go scratch my back on a tree.
(3)Joelle S.
If you like beer... well, let's just say this is the UTOPIA of Beer Restaurants! You can order a "flight" of beer and tastings are all the rage. But I digress... I don't come here for the beer, I come here for the atmosphere and the food! Met up with friends last week to enjoy some good food and watch a little Olympic coverage on TV (of which there are multiples!!). Our server, Lauren, informed us that it was Appetizer Happy Hour, and showed us on the menu a number of appetizers that were 1/2 price until 6PM, Well, that is all we needed to know and the ordering began. We had about 6 or 7 different appetizers for the four of us. MooShu Egg Rolls were my absolute favorite! Blue Crab Cakes with mango papaya chutney, Hawaiian Poke Stack of raw ahi with crispy wontons, California Roll, Kung Pao Calamari with candied walnuts red peppers celery and carrots was served with jasmine rice. Just so much to enjoy and we certainly did! Our server was awesome and very attentive. Making sure that we were well taken care of and happy with our choices. We finished off with a mini trio sampler for dessert. Lemon Souffle, peach apple cobbler and a chocolate souffle. Can I just say, it was one of the best dessert samplers I've ever had... Next visit: Salter Caramel Butterscotch Pudding! If you are eating late: 10pm to close they have additional menu items just for you! My favorite being the Black Truffle Cheeseburger. They make the truffle cheese in house, to die for...
(4)Julia Q.
I am definitely a chain hater but this place is amazing for the two appetizers I get every time I go. The Ahi tuna is amazing and so is the spicy salmon roll (which is not really a roll). They are such random menu choices for a mostly american place but are not to miss!!! My only issue with this place is for some reason they do not take reservations so if you go on a friday or saturday night you can just forget it unless you want to wait upwards of an hour.
(4)Beth R.
Yard House earned an aggressive three stars on my visit. But Beth R., you say, how can a place be aggressively O.K.? Exactly. The menu is, as others have mentioned, huge. Por ejemplo, the pre-meal nibblies list has subsections: snacks and appetizers. Our group of six got two apps and a snack, and the appetizers were generous (I think there were 16 inches of onion rings) but the chips and guacamole was disproportionate -- too much guac, not enough chips. There are also burgers, sandwiches, salads, tacos, seafood, house specialties - the list goes on. There's a whole section for fake protein, called Gardein (TM). I chose the Gardein burger, believing it would be a homemade burger made from the ingredients listed (soy, wheat and pea proteins plus veggies and grains). If it was homemade and/or made from those ingredients, they fooled me. It was closest to a Boca Burger, and not at all veggie, crumbly, substantial or tasty. I also requested a wheat bun and got white, which brings me to my next point. The service is certainly warm enough, but 1) they do the thing where they don't write down your order, which always gives me gray hair, and 2) things...take...forever. The place is busy, and all hands are on deck at all times. That said, still prepare to spend some time waiting. Don't look at your watch, and do prepare a couple rounds of "Would You Rather" to play with your tablemates so you don't notice how long it's taking. One big thumb up for the Muzak - a classic rock mix heavy on the Stones, Steely Dan, Led Zeppelin and even The Who. (Who eats to The Who? People who don't know how to rock and spin their arm in windmill fashion, that's who.) But thumbs sideways for everything else.
(3)Melissa A.
Largest draft beer selection in the world, need I say more?! For a suburban area, this restaurant/bar is a good choice for dinner, happy hour, watching games or having drinks with friends. One of my favorite things about yard house is their select half-off appetizers and pizzas during happy hour (Mon-Fri 3-6pm, Sun-Thurs 10pm-11pm). You receive a ton of food for a cheap price. What more could you ask for? I have tried almost everything on their happy hour menu and you really can't go wrong (Yes, I realize this means I've come here one too many times haha) One of my favorite entrees from their menu is the pepper crusted gorgonzola burger. Be warned that it is very peppery but if you love pepper like me, then it'll be delicious! Staff and bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable so feel free to ask questions about drinks/menu!
(4)Jess F.
First time here and will not be back! Food was bland and was not good quality. Prices are outrageous and if you are paying that price, you are thinking it will be good. WRONG! What a disappointment!
(1)Marjorie B.
Consistent good food. I'm always amazed the amount of business they do. I tend to eat the same things...always tastes the same. My entire family loved The Yard House! Highly recommend
(5)Jen W.
Went to Yard House to celebrate for an anniversary. We got there pretty late but to a pleasant surprise the happy hour menu was in effect. We ordered jambalaya pasta, truffle fries, Hawaiian poke stack, and shrimp lobster garlic noodles. When we got out food, the server brought out some entree called chicken bowl, which we did not order. I told the server right away and she took it away to double check. Then the manager came right after to apologize and bring the right menu. It was served within minutes! They even offered ice cream on the house. Lobster was so fresh it melted in my mouth. Jambalaya was tangy and full of flavor. Overall, plenty of meat and awesome menu. the House ipa beer was crisp and refreshing. It was one of those beers that go perfectly at late night. The honey blonde was tangy and also had the right level of sweetness.
(5)Dan B.
Is the Yard House a good place for lunch with your 86 your old grandmother? F'yea it is! I've been here a few times now, usually in the evenings when the place is popping but lunch is a bit more subdued. I went with my lovely grandmother here for lunch and was served with nothing but awesome. Our waitress Jen was both attentive and knowledgeable. My gosh, how I wish every woman knew beer like her! I had the fish and chips, my grandmother the cheddar bacon burger--both of us very happy. I'd like to say I've tried other things from the menu but those gosh darn fish and chips are so good I'd feel regret to go without having them. Seriously, if I I always got service like this I'd stop cooking for myself and probably be bankrupt but at least ridiculously satisfied. This is the first place in my life I've went and called to speak to management about how fantastic they are, and they are. The staff deserves it, they are excellent and that makes or breaks a business. Thanks Jen and the Yard House for a wonderful afternoon!
(5)Robert C.
Service was great! all else was a bit too much. $10 hamburger the size of a slider? Not again. The place was so full of crying babies and strollers!
(3)Aimee M.
Time to update my review! Still a solid four stars. Ever since visiting a sushi house in Las Vegas last fall, I have been on the lookout for for Ahi Poke at local sushi houses. So I was really excited to see it on the menu at YH. I was a little bit apprehensive, I mean this isn't a sushi house, will I be setting myself up for disaster? Our server highly recommended it and since I was the only one in our party that would eat it, it was a pretty hefty serving for one person. I found it surprisingly good. It could have used more sesame oil (personal taste, because I LOVE sesame oil), but the presentation was pretty and the flavors were there. I also liked how its served with crispy won-tons. Yum! I did also try the Baja Fish tacos and they were good. (Not as great as the ones I've had in SoCal but of course, that was SoCal). The lemon siracha aoili was great--very nice flavor and added a bit of heat. The shredded cabbage was fresh and crispy. Service was stellar. Friendly, helpful. Always made sure we were doing ok, Nice space, clean, tidy, sleek.
(4)Jamie B.
Great Saturday afternoon lunch spot if you're up in the Glen. This place would be awesome if they opened a second location in Chicago...say Michigan Avenue? Excellent apps and salads, I like that they have a TON of vegetarian options as well. I will definitely be back.
(5)M. O.
Well I've been here a few times but my last visit sealed the deal, I'm done with this place. My previous visits here were always the same, slow, slow, slow service. One time my wife and I and another couple were sitting on the patio having some apps and drinks. When we first sat down it took 10 mins to be waited on and another 15 to serve drinks and it continued this way. The waitress came over to us and said day shift is leaving and night shift is starting. We thought we would be nice and close out our tab with her so we could tip her out, she appreciated that and introduced us to the new server. Well after that , we never saw her again. We sat there for 15 mins and said "screw this" and got up and walked out. Now as much as I dislike this place, we decided to go again last Saturday because one of our buddies likes the beer selection. Well once again the service was pathetic, just so slow but that's not the reason I'm done. 4 of the 5 of us arrived at 5:30 with the 5th person arriving around 7:30pm. Well around 9:00pm one of the managers delivered out round of drinks, he knelt down to one person and whispered something. I asked my buddy what he said he is reply was " he asked if we had a ride home",I was so annoyed when I heard this. As soon as we saw out waitress I asked " have we been, loud, rude or obnoxious in anyway? Absolutely not was her response. I informed her what her manager just said to us and asked for the check, told her she could thank her manager for us leaving. The manager did come back over and apologize but I wanted nothin to do with it. I asked him the same thing, were we loud, rude etc... Nope was the response. So I'm assuming he asked what he asked because he looked at what we've been drinking. 3 of us beer and 2 had vodka soda. Remember how I said that the one person showed up at 7:30, yea she had 2 beers(miller lite) and was driving home, so there's no reason to ask me if I have a ride home. Now I know this place will continue to succeed without my business but just wanted to put my 2 cents out there for others.
(1)Matthew C.
Very accommodating staff. Our party of 5 adults/1 baby was greeted and seated immediately with a high chair. Host seated us away from the door at our request. Server was polite and knowledgeable. Food orders were prepared correctly (with the small exception that one burger ordered MR was cooked WD) and delivered at 20 minutes--what I would call just within the long end of reasonable at lunchtime. Extensive menu with exhibiting creativity and variety. Delicious food, generous portions, and quick check service. Reasonably priced, although perhaps just a tad high for lunch. Overall an excellent dining experience; would definitely return when in the area and would even go 20-30 minutes out of the way for it!
(4)Pat R.
Love the Yard House! All sorts of draft beers, great casual food, good service. Happy Hour prices and half price appetizers are the best.
(4)Emily P.
Plenty of different beers on tap and the food is quite good. If you want to get a burger you can pay $1 to change the regular fries to truffle fries - a must!
(4)Kim Z.
Great family dining, also great for beer fans. Definitely on the loud side, so I wouldn't go here if you want to catch up with friends.
(4)Kate B.
Had a nice time at Yard House with a dear friend last night. We had excellent service by Justean, our server. My girlfriend loved the extensive beer menu. I am a wine drinker & was pleased that I found 1 or 2 wines on the menu that I could enjoy. (although I do believe they need to broaden the wine selection a little bit; for example - add a good red zinfandel) I will definitely go back and bring my other beer loving friends and family. The music was great also.
(4)Mark F.
You can drink a yard of beer! You'll pay a hefty fee to do it...but it can be done. They have tasty tacos. The beer selection is vast. There seem to be a few sizes to order the drinks from itty bitty to yard. The service is hit or miss but the place is enormous. It's a safe place to go when entertaining people who want a wide array of food options and like beer.
(3)Mariam K.
We always end up at Yardhouse whenever no one can agree on a restaurant... it caters to everyone. I've tried just about everything on the menu- the items I'd recommend are: nachos, onion ring tower, grilled pastrami, a burger, fish and chips, southern fried chicken breast, the street tacos - I've tried almost all of them.. and they all taste really good. My favorite thing here though would have to be the dessert - macadamia nut cheesecake! OBSESSED! It's probably one of the best desserts I've ever had.... it definitely beats Cheesecake Factory's cheesecakes! The service is always good, foods consistently good, the food comes out pretty quick, and they have a huge variety.. what's not to like!?
(3)Craig W.
Great beer selection. Fun place to watch a game. Food is good. Their take on a spicy tuna roll is amazing.
(4)Jovana T.
Came here to watch the Bulls game and meet up with some friends. Awesome place, great vibe..like a classy sports bar! If youre feeling Beer-venturous this is def the place to go! I tried the Fruity beers, def recommend the blueberry one. Its nice they have different glass sizes, but you have to specify or else they just bring you the med glass. I asked for shortys, it was the perfect size to just taste and enjoy the beers. The Cali Sushi appetizer looked good, but was weird and isn't actual sushi rolls. The fried calamari was amazing though, as well as their ham, mushroom, and pineapple personal pizza. The sauce was tasty! Their shrimp with rice n veggies dish was good, but a bit bland as well. Will definitely come here again, I need to try the onion ring tower!
(5)Chrystine Marie M.
Yardhouse's menu is GIGANTIC. They have a very broad beer selection. It's conveniently located near a movie theater, so it's a nice, ambient place to take someone out for dinner-and-a-movie. I really enjoy their truffle fries. I definitely recommend coming here for a drink with some friends. I came here during a Blackhawks game and they had it playing on every flat screen TV in the house. It was cool because everyone and their Moms were so into the game and everyone was having a good time. Good vibes, good food, good service.
(4)Christina G.
I came here with a friend for dinner and drinks after work one day, and we had a great time. I got there about 5:30 on a Thursday and there was no wait for a seat. Our server was really nice, attentive, and knew the food and beer menus well. He informed us we were there during their happy hour, and could take advantage of their half price appetizer and pizza specials. I thought it was great that he told us the deal was going on. We ended up getting 3 appetizers - spinach and cheese dip, lettuce wraps, and a small pizza. Everything was delicious, and we had quite a bit of leftovers. Their beer list is beyond extensive, and I love that it's filled with beers from small-ish breweries - Two Brothers, Half Acre, Revolution, Great Lakes, etc. I went with the Breckenridge Vanilla Porter and was a big fan. My friend needed some help deciding and asked our waiter for a recommendation. He asked some general questions and suggested a light, fruity beer that my friend really enjoyed. I liked that there were a few glass choices on the amount of beer you could order. You could get a shorty (9 oz maybe?) a pint, and a full yard, that is a huge, comical looking glass filled with beer. The place started to fill up shortly after we arrived, and when we left there was a 15 minute wait, but we never felt rushed. Our server knew how to be attentive without interrupting our very long chatting session. I was impressed that as the happy hour specials were coming to a close (happy hour is 3-6 on weekdays), our server came up to us, told us the specials were ending, and asked if we wanted to put in any other orders before the deal ended. We already had too much food, but thought it was nice that we were given the opportunity to put in one last order while still taking advantage of the deal. All totaled for 3 appetizers and a glass of beer, it was $15/person, plus tip. Not bad. We will definitely be adding Yardhouse into the mix of restaurants we frequent for our girls nights.
(4)Alex J.
Hey Yard House what happened to you? Your 1/2 price menu late night and from 3-6 was what I think the value of your sub par food is worth. You have the worst hostess staff I have ever seen during my last visit we asked hostess to sit in a corner, she sat us besides the bar, we asked to move she said it's slow. Then the ding bat sat a family beside us of two parents out if touch with their three kids under five on one side and a group of right with five screaming kids on the other side if us. Since the hostess could not understand us we deducted that she did not have a command of the English language. Then it took 25 minutes for a server to come see us. The server was nervous and appeared clueless. Your too corporate approach is becoming stale. With so many restaurants on the glen struggling, not paying rent, etc u could pick up the slack. But I think that corporate has not opened another Chicagoland location says it all. Hate to c u go but other than a few staff that started with you, who ever is hiring is not killing it at all. Realize, maybe pay a hostess more than minimum wage for a good one they are the first point of contact at your establishment. Your hostess made our two hours crappy with her incompetency and sour face
(1)Miss Kari P.
I ordered a chopped salad and there was no lettuce on it? I'm a little confused. I guess all the cilantro was supposed to make up for to although that's used sparingly as a garnish.
(2)Valerie W.
I have to knock off a star for Yard House, which is unfortunate. Hopefully, they can earn it back the next time I go in. We went on Friday for a late dinner (after 10, but their kitchen is open until midnight, so, no harm, no foul.) When we walked in, there were three hosts standing at the desk, but none of them acknowledged us for at least a minute (there was no one else in front of us, in the host area, or waiting.) They were just talking amongst themselves. It took even longer for the hostess to decide where to seat us. She explained that "I want to make sure I put you somewhere where a server can get to you right away, but I have a lot of big parties." There were many open tables in the restaurant. When we finally were sat, we waited, and waited, and waited for a server. Someone finally came by with the typical "has anyone seen you yet?" routine. Nope. She took our drink orders. A few minutes later, another server came by to take our drink orders. When we explained that we'd already been helped, his response was "well we never *really* know who has this table" and walked away. After several minutes, we see the two servers speaking with who assumingly was the manager, but still no one has come with our drinks. The second guy finally comes back with our drinks and says he will be taking care of us, but still no apology for the delay. The food was still good... I'm just annoyed with the service, especially since the hostess was so adamant about seating us somewhere where we could get served right away (which we didn't request, just a table, that's all we wanted. A table, where we could order food.)
(3)Martin H.
A step above your usual chain-restaurant fare. I went here with a group of coworkers for an unwinding session after work on Friday. I heard the name and almost instantly expressed my disinterest. I was pleasantly surprised by their low-key atmosphere, advanced cuisine, and affordable Patron shots. Definitely better than you'd think.
(4)Lauren F.
My boyfriend and I love the Yard House! On Friday-Sunday it is always packed, so expect a wait unless you want to sit at the bar-which we usually do. The bartenders are all super nice, attentive, and knowledgeable about the endless beers they have on tap. The beers are the real gem of the Yard House. They have over 100 amazing beers on tap-its a little overwhelming but AWESOME for beer enthusiasts! This isn't the place to go if you're trying to eat healthy-unless you make some specifications and changes when you order your dish, which I recently did and it was no problem for them at all. Between myself and the people I've gone with, I've had the Mac+Cheese, Vodka Shrimp Pasta, Chicken Enchilada Stack, Jerk Chicken with Shrimp Stack, Chicken Rice Bowl, Seared Sea Scallops, Spicy Jambalaya, Penne with Chicken, Onion Ring Tower, Guacamole & Chips, Classic Ranch Salad, and most recently the Chopped Salad. Every single one of these things was great and I would not hesitate to order them again. Their food menu is as extensive as their beer list, so whatever you're in the mood for, you can probably find. They also now feature vegetarian friendly versions of some of their most popular dishes that are made with Gardein. Most recently I had the chopped salad-I specified no bacon, no dressing, and add blackened chicken breast and romaine lettuce (it usually comes without lettuce)- it was fantastic-beautiful, fresh avocados splayed across the top along with tons of other fresh ingredients, and they handled my changes without a problem. If you love beer, and don't mind some tasty food thrown in, definitely stop by the Yard House!
(4)Kathleen C.
Having visited Yard House at least 30 times, I figured I should finally review it...I am actually surprised that I haven't yet. Yard House is a standby in Glenview as it happens to be a spot that is great for families, friends, happy hour, late night dining, etc. It is almost always bustling. The menu is a bit large...almost too large, but it seems to keep people happy. I especially enjoy the egg roll appetizers, the Cuban sandwich, and the bbq chicken pizza. In all of my visits, every time I order something else, I am dissatisfied. I think that some of the menu items are relatively average...so, stick with what you like and stay with it, and you should be happy. There are a zillion beers on the list (ok, a few hundred?), but to me, it seems like a zillion. I don't really drink beer, but they seem to have plenty to satisfy anyone's tastes. The wine list is relatively small, but pretty good. Service is usually pretty good, though it can be hit or miss as with any large spot. Sometimes service is super, sometimes slow....Value is ok, though somewhat pricey. I think the value reflects the fact that it seems like one of the only spots for this type of food in the immediate area.... Atmosphere is like any chain restaurant...loud, nothing too fancy and not that exciting. The bathrooms were done to look nice, though I'm pretty sure the one middle sink in the ladies room hasn't worked in years.... So, here's the numbers breakdown: Food - 3 Service - 3 Value - 3 Bathrooms - 2 Atmosphere - 3
(3)Peggy P.
Our large group is still raving about the FANTASTIC service we enjoyed this evening. Terrific food and impressive timing - the entire table was served at the exact same time. Special requests were handled in a flash. What a terrific place to dine after a movie.
(5)Monalisa M.
Love this brewery. Great beer selections and appetizers at the bar. Open till midnite, and bartenders are nice. Huge inside, so can be out with a huge group, or tucked away on a date. *thumbs up*
(4)Kristen L.
Definitely great for drinks, not so much for food. They have a huge selection of beers to choose from and their mixed drinks are equally good. A little pricey, but well worth the price. The food on the other hand, is a different story. The portions are small and are not worth the money. The first time I went I ordered a grilled burger which was very dry and quite flavorless. The cheese, tomatoes, onions and lettuce didn't do anything for the burger. The second time I went, I ordered the angel hair pasta which uses olive oil as one of its ingredients, but the pasta was swimming in it. The only good thing was their banana creme brulee. The sugar coating was crispy and added just the right amount of sweetness to the creamy custard sitting below. There were also bananas torched in with the sugar which added a whole new dimension of flavor. The other time I went was with a group of about 15 people and we were all there for drinks. The server was very helpful and for it being pretty packed that night, she was fast with serving/refilling our drinks. Great drinks, great dessert, good service, not so great food.
(3)Nubia G.
I had a great experience here. First timer. My waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable. She was able to pair us up with the best beers from all over with just a couple of references to our specific palate. The food was a bit pricey but was good. To say, we even took home the left overs. I would love to go back again.
(5)Kirstin E.
Went here with some girlfriends on a Saturday night. We went well after dinner hours and were still asked to wait 15-20 minutes for a table to open for 5 people. I thought this was a bit ridiculous, but oh well. A round of drinks will do at the bar. Our first waitress seemed a bit confused that we only wanted to sit together and have drinks at a booth instead of at the bar. She was very accommodating when we asked if we could order a bottle of champagne to celebrate a friend's engagement. They brought the champagne out as a surprise and also threw in a mini-cake/icecream with a candle. It was cute and my newly engaged friend was very happy and surprised! :) Our first waiter left and we were given a different one. He seemed like he wanted to join the party (fine) but was not fast on taking orders or bringing them, which was kind of disappointing seeing as they weren't that busy. As far as drink prices, I thought they were fair and not overpriced.
(3)Kevin K.
The 150+ beers on tap is pretty impressive and they will let you taste a few before ordering. I had the burger with the béarnaise sauce and it was cooked to perfection and tasted great, but I should have asked for a little more sauce cause it was that good. Skip the bun, it's fine without the extra. I did have a burger but the people in my group had the different variety of tacos. The variety of food that they have to offer is making me want to come back and try the different items, especially the dessert menu.
(5)Clement C.
When they first opened, I would have given this place a 4. Now it's a lot of highschool kids and specials which were at a good hour, are now mid day or very late. The Yard of beer is no longer available either. Did I mention the highschool and younger crowd. Food is also very TGIF, Applebees, etc.
(2)Adam B.
I live an hour away from Glenview and my oh my, the drive was definitely worth it. I like the setup with the bar right in the middle and that it shows off the numerous draft beers, one of the really unique features of the Yard House. Also, I liked seeing booths specifically designed for large groups. We started with the chicken nachos. Now I am not the biggest nachos fan in the world, but these were far and away the best nachos I have ever tasted and I don't say that kind of thing easily. The chips were crisp and were topped with pinto beans, cheddar and jack cheese, chicken, red and green sauces, tomatoes, cilantro, onions, guacamole and sour cream. Everything tasted fresh, which is so rare the case with nachos. The cilantro, tomatoes, and green onions gave that fresh, vibrant taste. There were big chunks of chicken, my only complaint was there wasn't enough of it. Quality guacamole, which is essential to any order of nachos too! I would really get this every time I go back. Next I ordered the Cuban roast pork dip sandwich. Pressed french bread containing a lot of pork, roasted roma tomatoes, pepper jack , pickles, Dijon and garlic aïoli along with a side of BBQ au jus. The Dijon was a little strong, but the tomatoes and pickled helped balance the flavor. And I got the onion rings as my side. Dang, they know how to fry well. The onions were all very crisp with a delicious coating, and there was a nice taste of Miller lite in the batter as well. My companion ordered the NY strip sandwich and I got a taste. Now usually when you get a steak sandwich and it's one giant piece of beef, it is very hard to bite a piece of the steak off and you usually wind up cutting up the sandwich into small pieces. By contrast, this was one of the most tender pieces of beef I have ever had. It was cooked perfectly medium rare and I liked the fried onions on top as well. Plus, it had the same garlic aioli as the Cuban. The server did a fine job at keeping the drink glasses filled and did a good job at answering our menu questions, which we needed being first-timers. Granted the prices are a little higher than what I'd like and that's about the only reason I can't give it a 5-star rating. But for preparation and quality that good, I guess you get what you pay for.
(4)Liza K.
Believe it or not, I actually discovered this place in Oahu Hawaii. The minute I came home i googled it and saw that there was one in glenview, yay :) best pastrami in the whole world. Huge menu!! Huge beer selection best restaurant ever lol
(5)Mike W.
Nice place, good food but Joanne who took care of us was outstanding. I would request her by name on my next visit.
(4)Meg P.
I really like the artichoke appetizer and the eggplant pasta. Also the spicy rice bowl was good. Otherwise, the food is not very appetizing and the prices excessive.
(3)Michael R.
All I can say is "Wow!" It's rare to go out with my entire family and have everyone so happy with their food. I had the Korean Pork Belly and Short Rib tacos and tuna poke and all of it it was delicious. The tuna poke is especially wonderful. The beer selection is one of the best in Chicagoland. I had a Three Floyds Gumballhead and a Half Acre Daisy Cutter, but I could have picked several more. The beer menu is well divided by style, making it easier to choose. Other favorites around the table included the veggie sliders, mac and cheese, deviled eggs and pretty much all the salads. Get there early as by the time we left at about 2pm, it was very crowded. I can't recommend Yard House highly enough.
(5)Nikhil A.
For Vegetarians looking for a good bar food (Vegi Wings, Pizza, Burgers) this place is AWESOME. I am fan of the Gardein Option of food. You can get wings...which go well with drinks. My favorite is Vegi Wings (firecracker) or chicken pizza (vegi chicken :)). The location is nice, GREAT beer selection and good crew. Place is chill and so is interior. Its little over priced, but oh well.... sometimes its ok :D . Bcos of popularity, it might be little busy sometimes, so having a reservation is a good idea.
(5)michael w.
as one might guess from the name, BIG beer selection, food is on the pricier side. Very crowded, very popular. Think Cheesecake Factory. If you like dropping that kind of coin, and that kind of food, then you will be just fine here.
(3)Nancy H.
Man, I love this place. I'm not in Glenview often, but whenever I am, this is my go-to place for really good brews and bar food. They're known for having the most varied amount of beers on tap! They have an extensive food menu too, but some of it is pan-Asian, which I don't think is necessary. I stick to the American basics. They have a happy hour menu too from 4-6 PM on weekdays, so certain appetizers are $5. There is plenty of seating in here (small booths, large booths, tables, and bar stools around the large center bar) and an outdoor patio. There are TVs galore for the sports fans. The hostesses and servers are usually very friendly too. You can try to find parking in front; if not, definitely in back in the parking structure.
(5)Sarah K.
I love the Yardhouse, considering I'd been to other Yardhouse locations... but the experience I had here last night wasn't so thrilling. The music wasn't upbeat, and my food didn't taste all that great (Parmesan Crusted Chicken). I was expecting a much better dish. I do have to admit that I like the fact that there wasn't a wait around 6:30ish. The one I normally go to is a 2+ hr wait.
(2)Tracy L.
Very large seating accommodations from the bar, to the booths and the tables. Food and beer selection large enough to satisfy anyone in your party with all different palates from your southern charm friends to your saucy asian friends and your regular comfort food american. girls, you MUST have the yardhouse "blend"... **Rose Garden**: (Hoegaarden White & Lindeman's Framboise) aka for all you non beer drinkers--berry flavored light wheat beer. framboise on its own tastes like pure syrup sugar that your pour onto shaved ice cones....imagine that! mmm mac and cheese^2 ? everyone raves about how it's their favorite bc of the truffle....but really? eh. it tastes commercialized...if that makes any sense. plus, you can make that at home. by far, the Bernaise burger steals the win on my taste buds!!
(3)Lois C.
I loved (you see the past tense) yardhouse but maybe not so much anymore. I only go to yardhouse for their happy hour, but there are so many better happy hour places to chose from that yardhouse may be last on my list from here on out. To begin, the hostess was rude. I was going to be with a party and I was looking around to see if my party was there yet and the hostess was staring at me giving me dirty looks. YES I can see you staring and giving me dirty looks even without looking at you. Aren't hostesses supposed to be friendly and welcoming? That's what I always thought at least. Next came our waitress. AGAIN, another rude employee. I can't believe how outwardly rude she was. Usually I'm pretty sensitive to rude people but my whole table agreed that her little smart comments and rude tone was not cutting it. And SERVICE is everything when it comes to a good restaurant experience. And to top it off, like my fellow friend and yelper, we found a dead fly in our lettuce wrap. Waitress was rude about taking it from us and getting help, but the manager on staff did come out and apologize and asked if we wanted a new order. How can I eat an order of lettuce wraps after seeing a dead fly in my lettuce? No thank you. At least he did take it off our total, but still... definitely could have experienced better.
(1)c g.
Beer selection is awesome but the staff is like a corporate stick in the Mud. No charm here.
(2)David R.
Good food and good service, we are big fans of this place.
(5)Effie B.
Daniel was an amazing waiter. He was friendly and very helpful. As an extreme out of towner he was very patient and explained the entrees that they served. There was a slight mix up with the order but they were extremely apologetic and accommodating. Definitely a great location for a very special night out.
(5)Yanyao N.
Currently my favorite waiter service place to eat in The Glen for a few reasons: - Booths galore. I really like to sit in on padded things. A comfortable tuckus makes for a happy Yanyao. - The music is fun! Classic rock gems that J adores and some that are familiar because they've been on Guitar Hero/Rock Band. Hee! - I imagine if I was a beer drinker, then I look at all the beer taps. They would make my eyes wide. Plus they have lambics. So tasty. - Pretty diverse menu. Good for when I feel indecisive. Anyhow, we came for a late midweek lunch. The place was pretty empty and quiet, perfect for listening to the Doobie Brothers and what not. More importantly, the food was pretty tasty. I'm pretty used to places butchering any time of ethnic sauce preparation (example: the spicy Thai at Leona's tastes like teriyaki... gross). The jerk wings taste mildly jerky! Surprise surprise, they're all drums too. Bonus points! I had tomato bisque (organic, tasty) and the chicken garlic noodles. Garlic and noodles: another 2 of my favorite food groups. This was lovely. Noodles, spinach, asparagus, ground chicken, shiitake mushrooms, edamame, smoked tofu, garlic. Very flavorful and I appreciated all the veggies. Also stole some of J's fries that accompanied his Cubano. Skinny, crisp, well-seasoned, DELICIOUS! So delicious that I declined ketchup (who wants that HFCS anyway?) It is a little pricey even during the lunch but they have happy hour at 3pm with reduced priced appetizers (SCORE). I hear some coconut shrimp calling my name. "Yanyaooooooooo! Come eat me!" I think I will.
(4)Rafael F.
Beer selection is great, fresh not sure. Selection is great. Food however, is A-OK. Not worth the money. Burgers are good and fries too! Can't go wrong. Ordered the mac and cheese. It has bacon, chicken, mushrooms and truffle oil. The truffle oil makes it disgusting so if you don't know what truffle oil is and don't like it, don't get truffle oil. I also think that chicken and mac and cheese don't go well together. Parmesan Crusted Chicken was ok. Nothing special. The take from this is go for the beers and appetizers. Don't waste your money and time with the dishes.
(2)Nikki C.
$3.25 for a glass of milk. So good it's printed on the little table menus under desserts. actually its iced cold milk for $3.25 before tax. You would hope this included a sneak peak at the milk wench's soft silky breast or at least a skin flick involving a milk maiden, a happy grass fed cow and some rubber gloves, but no. Not much fanfare or singing servers to gather around you as you are served your $3.25 glass of iced cold milk. You can always choose to skip the milk as some are lactose notlikey and save the $3.25 + tax for another enjoyable option at your local convenience store as this is certainly your prerogative. But if you order the fresh baked pan of brownie topped with a scoop of ice cream and don't order the milk...you just order failed. Its the equivalent of ordering salsa without chips, steak without sizzle, potatoes without mashed...etc. (and yes, I know this review is on the suck.;p) big huge place, beers on tap a plenty, but more of the safe and more generic popular kind, instead of the obscure once in a lifetime pours you would find if the beermaster were more of a geek with a better budget. I can say it is probably great "for the suburbs", but this argument is just the suck. anyways nobody drinks too much in the burbs because everybody drives in the burbs 'right'? the food, actually lets start with the menu. They Have EVERYTHING. at least it felt that way, many choices and most came out ok. looked better on the page and plate, but failed to deliver in the mouth, or in the tummy or in the soul. (please ease up on the ginger flakes covering up the salmon dish, maybe a little on top, but it really does not need to cover up the whole plate like a mound of bukake) I do prefer smaller menus, which help ensure larger budgets for better, fresher quality and more time to focus on tweaking recipes to higher RPM's, but being in the "burbs", with the bigbox store philosophy of something for everyone must apply here. Ok. I'll stop the rant already. ::This review is not for to be useful, funny or cool to another reader. Its more of a post it note for my brain in the future should I wonder if i ever DNA'd this place in the prior.:: Its great for the "burbs". Bring your mother's bridge club, order up and enjoy the really friendly servers and if you were smart enough to wear your winter jeans or stretchy pants can then enjoy the rest of the Glen with a slow calorie suburban burning walk.
(4)Brian L.
A place for lovers of beer, or at least they like trying beer. There are a million on tap, I'm sure each and every person will find a new beer that they enjoy (I had the vanilla stout, quite nice). The bartender was quite nice. She was helpful, and wasn't stuffy at all. The sliders were quite good (the meat wasn't a patty, but shredded beef) and the fries it came with were shoestring slices of deep fried heaven. I would've eaten the whole thing if I didn't have my incredible Hulk strength keeping me from them... Come on by, it's a good time. Large outdoor seating, large indoor seating.
(4)Mike D.
This is tap heaven for me...a ton of options on draft that don't let you down. The selection is assorted by type on their menu so it makes it easy to try something new or stay with your classics. We ordered sliders with fries between a big group of us and they were received with high regards. We were only here for a short time during off peak hours but the service was attentive and super-friendly. This is definitely a place I could see myself coming back to but mostly because of the beer selection! I would love to return and give their menu a thorough try.
(4)Lindsay M.
You can't really go wrong in a place that serves this many beers on tap! I've been to The Yardhouse twice.. I don't live to close but when I'm in the area my boyfriend and I usually like to stop in. First of all, I LOVE this neighborhood. It's like a town within a town.. so cute! The Yardhouse is HUGE and always seems to do a good amount of business. The first visit, we were put on a wait but it wasn't long at all and the host stand were on top of there job and really friendly and polite. Definitely like the fact that they support a lot of local breweries. We ordered our drinks and had one of the AHI appetizers. The fish was really delicious and nice and light.. I can't stand appetizers that are too filling. The first visit I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato bisque.. It was delicious. I had a bowl of soup again the second time again but this time tried one of the burgers, 'The Hawaiian.' It was good, not the best, but pretty good. I'm not a huge fan of the fries... but that's probably better for me in the long run anyway.. the last thing I need is to eat a pile of fries and gain a bunch of weight. Our server was really friendly and knowledgeable. As indecisive as I am, I'm usually always asking the server's opinion and our server was very helpful. The place is reasonably priced and the menu is pretty big. I love stopping in here. :)
(4)Pattie U.
I love this place and come whenever I can. The 1/2 off appetizers during Happy Hour is a great deal. I always over-order! They have a great menu chock-full of good stuff. My favorites are the spinach-artichoke dip and the creme brulee. They have a GREAT beer selection. Any place with Tripel Karmeliet is golden in my eyes. The only downside for me is that it's always crowded because it is popular, and rightfully so. Also unfortunately, a majority of the people who crowd this place are characteristic of Yard House's surroundings, which is a con in my eyes...
(4)O.M. R.
Been there a 2days ago. Tried the summer salad for dinner... 1word for it: DIVINE!
(5)Paddy O.
I went there for the second time today. Beer list is amazing and the service was capable. Burgers little small for the price. Chicken fingers meh beading fell off and they were pretty flavorless if you didn't dip them in the accompanying sauces . Like I said beer nice, food OK I really didn't think two burgers, four pints and an appetizer should cost $79. Before tip
(3)Liz A.
We were at the Glen around dinner time and had our 6 month old puppy with us. We noticed that the Yard House had outdoor seating that welcomed dogs, so we decided to eat there. Even though they were busy, we were seated promptly and the filled up the doggie water dish right away with fresh water. The menu was so huge I really didn't get past the appetizer and snack part, but instead ordered the grilled artichoke, the pasta with shitake and garlic, and the salad with soy citrus dressing. My husband had the tortilla soup and cobb salad. I was surprised at how good the food was, considering we'd only chosen the place because we could take our dog there....The artichoke was tasty although next time I will ask for lemon butter instead of the garlic aoli, which tasted like tartar sauce. The shitake pasta was fabulous! And a perfect modest dinner portion, which because it was an appetizer was only $5.95. The tortilla soup is more like a cheesy corn chowder but it was delicious also! The service was very attentive even with our being outside and at the end. It was such a pleasant dinner, I really couldn't have ask for any better. Matt the server was great and we will be back again with the dog and our kids this time.
(4)Brandon W.
I never thought I would be writing a one star review for a place that has so many beers on tap. This alone should be enough to rocket it into the five star sphere, however - it does not. Now note, this was not my first rodeo in the Yard House, I have come here before. With a good food selection, and an offering of a MNF happy hour, we thought we had struck gold. We came in and were promptly seated, right next to the door. Our server came over, and went on to explain their new fish selection and then left to get us water. Upon his return, we ordered our drinks (I ordered a Dirty Martini, extra dirty) - when it came it actually was not extra dirty, it actually seemed extra watery, and to top it off there were no olives - none. Really? Onto food. My wings were delivered nice and hot, along with our sliders and salad. We promptly asked for a couple extra plates so we can share some food (And i can put my wing bones somewhere) - our waiter was less than enthusiastic about performing this strenuous task, but it was done. Now lets break down the dishes. Our salad; We specifically asked for dressing on the side for the salad - they slathered it on. My wings; No blue cheese or ranch? What is this? Hooters?! The sliders; no ketchup or mustard at our table. Now we have to wait, about 5 minutes or so I spent looking around for the waiter - while our food gets colder and colder. Finally, the hostess comes up and asks if we need our server - we said yes, and she ran off to get him. As she approached him, I saw him make a less then thrilled, somewhat annoyed face as his dragged his feet back over to our table. We ask for ketchup, mustard and a side of blue cheese - he again looks annoyed and walks. I mean, there are fries with the sliders too - ketchup is a pretty common accoutrement to fries and burger. Finally, we get the ketchup, mustard and blue cheese, only to have our food go from warm to luke (room) temperature. Can you say, yum? ...didn't think so.
(1)Jay L.
Average food + average service = 2 stars Wait staff is always nice and seem attentive, but it is just a blahh place. I would choose many other places before i came to the Yard House, I have never been disappointed with anything on the menu, but nothing is above average....enjoy!
(2)Daphne L.
We've been threatening to go to dinner with our next door neighbors for months, so when they had a child-free Saturday night they asked us to do dinner and a movie. I assumed we'd be going somewhere in Evanston, but, they suggested The Glen (huh, the what?) and The Yardhouse for dinner. Based on some of the reviews here I was prepared to completely turn my nose up in snobbish disgust, but, well, if I'm being honest...it wasn't really that bad. In fact, it was downright enjoyable. We arrived before our friends, told the hostess we were waiting for the rest of our party, and she said she could either seat us right away or we could wait at the bar. First thumbs up of the night because I really detest it when a place won't seat you if the whole group isn't there. If you're drinking and maybe eating, what's the problem? The best thing about The Yardhouse is their great beer selection: they have everything from Belgian selections to microbreweries across the country. It was actually pretty surprising to see such a varied selection in, well, in Glenview. I went with a grape martini, and then a Gobstopper martini, which actually tasted just like the real thing. One dislike: there aren't prices listed for the beers and the martinis are all $10. When our friends arrived we ordered right away since we had a movie to catch. I had the Ahi Tuna (or something like that) Salad, and my husband had the Bearnaise Sliders; mini burgers topped with onion straws and Bearnaise sauce. Both were delicious; the salad was fresh, crisp, and the tuna was cooked perfectly, and the ginger dressing wasn't at all overpowering. The sliders were really really good, and the Bearnaise sauce was perfect. I don't usually like sliders anywhere other than White Castle because they tend to be overcooked and mealy, but these were a nice suprise. The sliders came with a huge portion of fries, so it makes a nice dish to share. Was it a top notch fine dining experience? No, but it was an enjoyable and tasty meal for a Saturday dinner & a movie date. Why only 3 stars? The food was good, nothing wrong with it, and the drinks and beer selection were great, but, it's a little overpriced for what it is. They do have happy hour appetizer deals, but overall I think they charge a bit too much for "bar & grill" food. And, they don't list beer prices on the menu, which I never like. We'll definitely go back, but it won't be at the top of our rotation.
(3)Sandra S.
I dined here last night with two friends. I don't think I would have ever picked this place myself, but one of my friends is a huge beer aficionado. His selling point was, "130 beers on tap!" but all I heard was, "this place emphasizes beer over food and you'll be stuck eating lame chicken wings." Not so! I had the carne asada tacos and they were pretty great. I split a creme brulee with a friend and it was divine. I'll be back for sure.
(4)Dana W.
First of all , love love the Glen of Glenview. Super cute and trendy area with great food choices as well as great shopping!! Von Maur is right there :) If your looking to grab a bite of tasty bar food plus a beer then this is the place. I swear they have over 30 different beers on tap alone at the bar! Plus I enjoyed their 'skinny drink' menu which featured some fun drinks with less the calories! My dinner choice was the bbq chopped salad which was very good! The portions aren't crazy big but are def. not small by any means... I guess you could say they are just right. I def. suggest trying this place out if you are in the area!
(4)Jeff R.
This continues part II of the suburban tour at a place filled with old memories (even though The Glen is relatively new). I went to the Yard to meet an old friend and his wife for drinks and food the other week to catch up after a hectic summer. It's an appropriate location since they live in the northwest suburbs and I'm coming from the city. It also happens to be the location where many nights have been spent swapping stories on vacation holidays during the college years. The suburbs are not know for having "bars" to hang out at, so the Yard House become a de-factor hang out whenever we returned from school. Because everyone's schedule allowed, we were able to meet early enough to take advantage of happy-hour - 50% off most appetizers. We ordered a plethora of drinks and food. If you've never been or heard of the Yard House, they have the most extensive on-tap beer list that I have ever seen (impressive because it's a chain). Everything tasted good and drank well. We were relaxed sitting on their outside patio trading stories and drinking good beer. I don't' know that I've ever been there for a complete "meal," but I'm sure you'd have a good time if you did. We ordered five appetizers to share and they were sufficient for the entire time. We had a good but not amazing spinach and artichoke dip, Chinese style chicken lettuce cups, fresh poke stack, chicken nachos and a battered shrimp dish. My favorites were the lettuce cups and nachos, though the poke stack wasn't bad. It's hard to compare poke in Illinois having just come from Hawaii and fresh-as-can-be poke. The shrimp dish wasn't bad, but we were full and it was a bit much at the end of our meal. Nachos are hard to mess up and I like the pile-on approach. That was our meal with lots of good draft beer all-around. The yard house will remain a solid suburban choice for catching up and drinking good beer with friends. more pictures and reviews at my blog.
(4)D P.
This is a great place for vegetarians with all the Gardein options. They have over 100 beers on tap, always a great time here.
(5)Brittany S.
I came here to celebrate a special occasion with a couple of my Sorority Sisters, and was pleased with the food and service. Since I knew I was at a restaurant known for varieties of beer, I had to try something different. My attention was caught by the Beer Floats and the Beer Blends. I ordered a blend since I was craving something dark, but also something fruity. And although it's my first beer blend, it is definitely a new favorite! I had the Black Velvet which is a mix of Wyder's Pear Cider and Guinness Stout. The prices for Happy Hour wasn't too bad. I ordered the Calamari, which is no different than any other place. And tried the Pastrami Sliders, which comes with regular fries and a half of a pickle. I guess I expected more flavors from the burgers and calamari, but they were just ordinary.
(3)Ben F.
great place for beer and food is good to. I loved the turkey burger and sweet potato fries!
(4)Andrew H.
happy hour menu is great. Also a good place to meet up with old faces from H.S. I used to go to the yard house in LA LIVE and the location in Pasadena, Cali. The problem with Yardhouse is that their food is very inconsistent and their service is even more inconsistent.
(4)Mahsa T.
Yardhouse is probably one of my favorite restaurants in the Glen. It's large, casual and comfy, inexpensive, and always packed with a lively, boisterous crowd. They have a well-rounded menu serving everything from burgers and steak to fish and chips, pizza, egg rolls, and noodles. I've tried the crab cakes (wonderful), the chicken garlic noodles (mouth wateringly--good), the fish and chips (tasty and fresh), and the baked brownie with mint chocolate chip ice cream (heavenly!). Service is consistently good, they have very friendly servers who engage your group and make sure they answer any questions you have about menu items. They have a large bar area and plenty of TVs for sports viewing.This is the one place where families with small children, high school kids, and everyone in between seem to co-exist well together in a restaurant setting---maybe because it's so loud in there that no one can hear anyone else to be annoyed by them, which is a good thing.
(4)Brent W.
It had been over a year since going to Yard House and glad I made it back...actually it was sort of a no brainer bc my buddy and his wife were in from FL and they had a wedding at the country club just behind The Glen shopping center. Having several hours of down time with the Yard House next door = FTW. Started with the Seared Ahi Tuna which is amazballs and pretty much a compulsory start to your meal when dining here. Since I picked them up at Ohare the meal was on him so i'm going with the most expensive menu item the Ribeye Steak, obvi. It was really good and cooked to a nice Med Rare with a side of garlic mashed. I'm not sure how you can not like this place, hundreds of beer choices, most which are on Tap and a very solid food lineup.
(4)Len L.
WTF? Claims the largest beer selection on tap, or some other thing. It's large but not very exciting. Didn't see anything you can't get easily elsewhere. And what is with not having prices on the beer list. Your get one star because of that. It is not "cool" to force your customers to guess how much the tab will be. Food prices are kind of high for pub grub too. Our waiter TJ was great, kudos to him and great service.
(1)JD O.
This place has a ton of beers on tap, which is a great thing for beer drinkers, and a good selection of mixed drinks for lushes like myself. The restaurant is quite large, but nearly always busy. The service is serviceable, but not particularly amazing. I'm sure the staff have to juggle a huge number of tables at once. The onion ring tower is delicious, as well as the spinach dip! Those pita chip things? Agh, I could eat those forever. The pepper-crusted gorgonzola burger is delicious as well. Have to go back to try the truffle fries! It's a great place to take a date if you want to impress, but not go to a really stuffy, snooty place. It's a little too cool for a nerd like me to be completely comfortable, but it's a nice date place. Might be a little loud, but they've got a lot of seating, so you can avoid the loud spots somewhat. A good choice for a good meal in Glenview!
(4)Debora D.
3/16/2012 - We decided to sit at the bar as friends of ours were 20 minutes out, however, we were seated in 10 minutes anyway. My apologies to the bartender, we would have had wine and apps at the bar before moving to dinner. My intent was to have a small appetizer while we waited for the other 3 in our party to arrive from the airport. Unfortunately, the menu did not have anything small, to keep my grumpiness away. I ordered a side of french fries (very good by the way - skinny and crispy.) I ordered the (Mac & Cheese)2 [squared] - not mac and cheese at all, but pasta and chicken with a creamy sauce and bread crumbs. Huge portion, I took half back to the hotel, but excellent taste, had the left overs for dinner the next night and it was still too big to finish. Scott ordered Parmesan Crusted Chicken, also very good (he ate is all). I also tried the Shepherds Pie - excellent. The Cuban was disappointing, no salami, just pork and a different type of cheese than a traditional Cuban would have. Not bad tasting, just not like a Cuban. Room was very loud, wood floors and one large room with a bar in the center did make it tough to hear over the crowd on a Friday night. Our server Lina was fantastic and I would ask for her on the next trip!
(4)General T.
Food was awesome, great beer selection on tap. Very busy on the weekends
(4)K J.
I received a promotional ten dollar gift card in the mail from yard house. After checking out the menu online, we decided to hit up their happy hour. Ordered BBQ pizza, nachos, and lettuce wraps. The nachos were especially large and delicious. No skimping on beans, cheese, or chicken. Lettuce wraps were tasty with three different dipping sauces. BBQ pizza was tangy and delicious as well. Gum ball head draft... Awesome. Kids menu is great. Loved how they have healthy options for sides. Our server Christine was amazing. Great with kids, very helpful, checked in often without overdoing it. She was great. We will be back for another happy hour. Place gets packed by 7 on weekends. Get there before then to avoid a wait.
(4)Peter R.
I have been to The Yardhouse on several different occasions. What keeps me coming back is the abundant beer choices they have on tap. I have actually tasted almost half the beers on their menu, not at this restaurant, but throughout my adult beer drinking life. I would like to think of myself as a "beer aficionado" and l am always eager to try a new brew. One day I would like to just go to the main bar here and try out the rest of the beers I haven't had. I would most certainly pass out, but its not like that hasn't happened before. I have only had a couple of things on the menu here. I have tried the Parmesan Crusted Chicken, which is adequate, but nothing to Yelp about. I also have tried the Maui Chicken, which would be passable as "American style" Asian chicken fusion thing-a-ma-jig. Well, back to the beer...I would recommend you try the "Beer Blends" here. My favorites are the Snakebite (Wyder's Peach Cider & Harp) and Eclipse (Blue Moon & Guinness Stout). I wouldn't really go out of my way to this place for the food. I will recommend this place if your looking to eat and grab a brew. It's a guarantee that you will find a nice, ice cold beer to pair up with your food. If beer is not your thing, they also carry a good selection of wine, and a full bar. Just like the rating, this place is A-OK!
(3)Amy F.
Went to Yard House even after reading the slow service reviews. I should have listened. I ordered the orange chicken. The sauce was watery and the rice inedible. I sent the rice back and requested steamed vegetables. Quick fix. I was really disappointed because I was starving and really wanted to have a great meal. The service. Horrible. There was wait staff lingering everywhere. But never ours waitress. She made us wait a LONG time to order the appetizers. Then once the food came she was never to return. When we needed refills or anything we had to find someone else. We saw multiple tables seated and they all had that look after a long while. The one that says they haven't even placed a drink order and they were trying to decide whether to stay or go. We had the same thought waiting for our waitress initially. We should have just paid out drink tab and left to eat elsewhere. Decor is good, drink selection fantastic, food... Nothing to write a positive review about this time, service- horrible. Two stars only because of the drinks.
(2)Karen K.
Yard House has spoiled me with their insane beer selection. Seriously, I can't go anywhere else anymore because I am always disappointed with 6 beers on tap. I need my 130 baby! Shock Top Raspberry...its fruity and sweet but so delicious. Too drinkable. The food here is really good too. Nothing gourmet or culinarily exciting, but always fresh and made to order. The burgers are an excellent choice, I enjoy them protein style.
(5)Fi Fi R.
We walked in and were quoted 30-40 min to be seated and we seated 5-10 min later. The night seemed wonderful so far. Our server David greeted us; took our drink, appetizer and kid's meal order. The drinks, appetizer and kid's meals came out very quickly, which was great. However, we were finished with appetizers before David came back to take our meal orders. We had to wait for our dinner for a while, but the refills and drinks took almost no time. The beer selection is AMAZING!!!! Gumballhead beer ROCKS (my fav)!!! I've dined here a few times before and had never bad a beer or any other drink!!! We were watching the teamwork that the employees of this restaurant have, and it is amazing!!! Great job guys!!! Overall the night turned out to be great, but I'm giving it 4 starts because it took a little while to take our order considering we had two kids with us.
(4)Adam B.
Plenty of other reviewers cover the details. Here are the headlines: Trendy vibe (for the suburbs), lively atmosphere, great beer selection, loads of interesting (if pricey) appetizers, thick and interesting burgers, pretty good service (they do try). It's nice to sit outside in good weather. Can be very crowded. Yes, it's a go-to place to hang out. Two thumbs up!
(4)Bill W.
Up and coming contender with humongous beer selection (really need 100 taps?) and decent-to-good food. Nice place to hang out with friends or family after a hard day's work shopping at the Glen! Upscale suburban Chicago eatery that is just that....a little bit of suburban heaven with an edge.
(3)Matthew C.
Great selection of beers and friendly waitstaff. I got the Gorgonzola burger and a Belgian Chimay Triple ale. The burger was tasty but slightly overcooked and the bun was soggy on the bottom. The whole fare (2 beers and burger w/fries) was just under $30, which seems a little pricey for what it was.
(3)Matthew F.
Wow, what an awful experience. Came in on the Sunday of the 4th of July weekend to grab an early dinner with my family. We were promptly seated outside on their nice little patio and began selecting our beers from their extensive draft list. We had plenty of time to do this as our server did not come to check in for at least 10 minutes. When she did arrive, she looked as if she were either completely hungover or perhaps still drunk from the night before. Either way, her demeanor was awkward and abrupt. She came back with 4 beers for our group of 6 and saying that the other two were either out or in the process of switching kegs. Another 10 minutes go by, and she comes with 1 of the 2 missing beers. The final beer did not come for another 10 minutes without any apology. We ordered a ton of food, most of which was pretty mediocre. The onion ring tower was great. The chicken nachos were room temperature, despite the platter being incredibly hot. My burger was served on some sort of ciabatta roll that fell apart and stuck to my fingers as I was eating. Not appetizing. Server came one more time, and 2 of the 6 were able to order refills on our beer. The other four did not have the privilege. A few minutes later, the waitress dropped the check at the table while muttering something under her breath. She did then refill our water glasses for the first time, which I'm assuming was her last ditch attempt at salvaging a tip. The lousy service would not have been as insulting had she not spent the rest of the time sitting at the table across from us WITH TWO MANAGERS. That's right, the staff was hanging out on the deck while ignoring the customers, and the managers were encouraging this behavior by sitting with them. Totally unprofessional behavior for any restaurant staff, let alone manager. After an experience like this, I'll usually call the restaurant the next day to let the manager know of my less than great experience. However, as the managers were a part of the problem, they likely know just how poorly managed the restaurant is, and don't care to change.
(1)Gerald M.
I have been here for work parties and with my 4 year old kids. They have good food for everyone. Service has always been great. And how can you go wrong with all those beers?
(4)vince v.
Good food,flights of beer and great ambiance. But do not go during the week way to many kids running around,I don't think there were enough timeouts!!!!! Will try again on a weekend night or maybe a quick lunch.All in all very good food& drinks.
(4)Ericka A.
Yard House boasts of their 100+ beers on tap, which makes them the largest draught beer provider in the world. Granted, not all of these beers are going to please. To each their own. But with 100+, it's hard to go wrong. My first beer was the He'brew pomegranate ale, which I thought would be amazing since I'm a big fan of almost all things pomegranate. The beer wasn't bad, a hint of sweet, but not what I was looking for. They were out of Harp, so they weren't able to make a lot of the mixed beer concoctions. The waitress suggested a Black Velvet - stout and pear cider. Again, not anything that impressed me; however, the pear cider half was pretty good. They also have many of the beers that I know I like. Clam chowder was some of the best I've had. All of the food looked good and my friends enjoyed it. I ordered the pint sized pear/apple cobbler with caramel ice cream and exclaimed, "OH MY GOD!" Not an exaggeration. Service was slow at some moments, but overall we were taken care of.
(4)Kelz M.
I don't often find myself dining in suburban eateries. Certainly not in northern suburbs. Definitely not in Glenview. Last night was an exception, a la suburban friends of mine who offered to transport me from my cozy Lincoln Park home to ... well, Glenview. So my friends, their adorable mother (who recently had foot surgery - it's relevant) and I headed to Yard House. As we pulled up to the door to let my friends' mama out, some chick in her Lexus SUV behind us begins to honk. And honk and honk obnoxiously. I ignored this graciously. Until she power-rolled down her window just to yell into the bitterly cold night air, "You know, that's a REALLY stupid place to get out of a car!!" to which I reply, "ehhhh, get-ovah-yaself!!" Chick-in-Lexus looked as though I'd just slapped her, then scurried off wordlessly. "Huh!" I thought. "That's it?" My friends later informed me that, at least in Glenview, they're used to saying snarky comments but they're NOT used to getting a reply when they do. Whoopsie! Anyway, the whole thing kind of got my Yard House attitude off on the wrong foot. Thank goodness, the food and the staff were wonderful. Our server (Craig? Kyle? Fernando? one of those trendy, monosyllabic names...) was helpful, informative, and quick with our food and drinks without hovering (this, I like very much). We had the spinach dip (very good) but the korean beef appetizer stole the pre-dinner show by a landslide. Mmmm-MM! That beef was tender, full of flavour - fabulous! For dinner, I had the Blue Crab Cake Sandwich - it was a bit pricey but delicious. And the portions at Yard House are H.U.G.E. - so huge that I had to take half of my sandwich and fries home with me. Which reminds me - additional bonus: everything reheated very well and I didn't hate having a blue crab cake sandwich for dinner two nights in a row! :-D As many have already mentioned, Yard House's shining glory is their 100+ beers on draft. I'm not much of a beer drinker but I was still impressed by the offerings on tap. Maybe I'll give one of them a try when summer rolls around... cold draft beer with a thick juicy steak? Now we're talkin'!
(4)Heather L.
Came here to watch football while my kids were at a kiddie birthday party on a recent Sunday. I was thrilled to see the Packers game on, among others. Decided this was a much better place to hang out for two hours than the ubiquitous Starbucks, so I bellied up to the bar and got my football on. The room is a big open square, in the high ceilinged upscale warehousy kind of way. Huge oval bar in the middle with every beer imaginable. The huge ten foot windows made it a bright cheery place even on a cloudy day. Nice pple watching outside but the plasma screens all around keep you in the game. They could be a little bigger but those who came to dine might disagree. My guess is this doesn't have the sports bar feel at other times. The $9 Bloody Mary seemed a little steep. It was nicely seasoned but not much of a garnish for that pricetag. A domestic pint will cost you $3.50 - a bit more reasonable. The food did look very pretty and yummy. I will be back. Kid friendly place too. Not just a bar, lot's of families. Friendly patrons and staff made it not too awkward for a lady alone wanting to watch her Packers.
(4)Dylan B.
I went here a month or so ago for a work party, and was totally satisfied. I had a cheddar bacon burger, which was decent, but I was (as most people probably are) blown away by the beer selection. I would definitely recommend it for a group outing.
(4)Cassie S.
Holy beer selection batman!! If my review was based on beer selection alone, this would be a no-brainer 5-star review. It isn't though. What knocked it down, you may ask? For starters - it is really pricey for what it is (esp. the burgers and sandwiches) so your check is likely to be pretty high unless you luck out and get here for happy hour when apps are 1/2 priced. Also, it was crazy noisy last night and, sitting at a table eating dinner (and drinking yummy beers), we could barely hear each other. Finally, too many tvs for my taste (I know, this is part of the appeal of the bar to some people, but I hate it when there is NOWHERE in the whole restaurant/bar area to sit that doesn't have a clear view of a television - makes it very difficult to hold meaningful conversation). I'd come back next time I'm staying in the burbs and need to hit a bar, but just for the drinks, not the food. Oh, and major bonus points for having beer floats - I can't begin to tell you how excited this made my boyfriend!
(3)Rita P.
One star lost for the higher prices (and some super high calorie foods). However, they are not enough to deter me because everything is delicious. The menu is large but not overwhelming. The beer menu is wide and varied, and they will even make recommendations if you are new to the world of beer. Their cocktails are yummy too. The best thing about this place is the atmosphere. It's the perfect mix of a restaurant and sports bar- a great place to catch the game over drinks and 1/2 price appetizers. Also a great place for dinner. Fantastically polite service, willing to make recommendations.
(4)Greg M.
The massive beer list is a draw, but the food is really, really good, too. Seems just a bit pricey, but the hamburgers and entrees are enjoyable. I recommend the truffle fries. With those alone, you'll be back.
(4)Christine P.
How can you go wrong with around 100 different kinds of beer on tap??? Almost everything I've had here for food (and beer!) has been outstanding. This usually ends up being the meeting place for my friends and I when we have about seven of us together, and the waiters are always great with us. The mixed drinks and martinis are also pretty good. If there's a wait, though, there are better places to check out. It's just most of them aren't in the Glen!
(4)Eliza M.
This place has over 100 beers on tap so it's always fun to take someone here who would get a kick out of that (like my brother, brother-in-law). It's also a chance to try some beer that you otherwise wouldn't. The food was decent but maybe a little overly priced. And I recall the music being quite loud but at least it was good music (classic rock).
(4)Gail C.
What more can I say about a place that has 130 beers on tap, except awesome? The bar which is in the middle of the restaurant wraps around with plenty of tv's available for viewing sports events. Very open and airy. The avocado and swiss burger is very good. The fries are salt and pepper encrusted and excellent. Thin and semi crispy, yum! Happy hours are from 3-6pm where appetizers are half off: some of the great app's are: Seared Ahi sashimi, and Jamaican wings. For entree's try the porcini encrusted halibut or pepper encrusted filet. The desserts are a bit pricey and nothing special.
(5)Chris M.
This place is good for the huge tap beer selection they have, about 100 on tap. When it first opened, we were astonished by the endless number of taps that circle around the bar. The excitement pretty much stops here. This place is either a bit on the teenie bopper side or on the snooty "I just paid 100 bucks to golf at the Glen" crowd. For the suburbs, this place is hard to have conversation, and since it's one big room of concrete and stainless steel everywhere, it's hard for groups to conversate. I had some jamiacan jerk chicken wings that were okay, and a turkey burger (I'm training for the marathon, people. Gotta eat somewhat healthy). The sandwich was pretty decent, but certainly the prices weren't ($10.25 for the burger w/ fries). So, all in all, the food here is not worth the trip out. The beer is about all you can say about it. They used to have a Monday Night Football special where every pint was $2-3 bucks. Not sure if they do that anymore. If anyone knows, spread the word.
(3)John C.
Went the day after Thanksgiving so it was very busy but that is still no excuse for the rude service our party of 10 received from our server. A few people had just arrived when others left, and we all continued to order drinks, but he brought the check and asked us to settle up after hovering a while. Without decent service a place like this is nothing.
(1)Natalie H.
Best beer selection in the burbs! Since it was a lovely evening, we were able to take advantage of the outdoor seating. There are heat lamps on the patio as well which were adjusted based on the weather. Towards the end of the evening the staff turned one up to accommodate the cold coming in. I had a delicious grilled cheese with tomato soup and great service. I will be back.
(4)Eui Jeong K.
Ordered the lobster garlic noodles. Only issue was i got a couple tiny pieces of the shell in my meal.
(3)Glenn D.
Go for half price apps or don't complain about the prices The service has always been good at worst. I think people that have had bad service asked for it. Julia A. --- The people that came in after you were paged when it was their turn. We have been known to take the pager down to the Red Star (now closed) and have a beer there while we wait. If you like beer, get the sampler with 6 types. If your real lucky, and your there Thursday afternoon when they change the 6 for the week, you will get to try 12 different beers. (happened to me once). Can get a little loud with the lousy acoustics. Lots of tv's, pretty kid friendly and food quality is decent. Outside patio is very nice in good weather. GD
(4)Christina C.
The waitress we had was horrible and very rude to us. To top it off we found a dead fly in our lettuce wrap! -____-
(1)Steve K.
I love the food, atmosphere, and beer selection. The service is generally OK, but they are extremely crowded on Friday's/Saturday's so it can be a little slow. Food: The Hawaiian burger is fantastic. I've also had the Mac and Cheese, which has truffle sauce and comes off a little too strong. But, the avocado chicken sandwich was great too. Beer: The bar has over 100 beers on tap in a huge variety. I usually go for the Hefeweizens, which they have a great selection of. My wife loves that they have Framboise (a fruity beer). Atmosphere: Yard House is extremely loud when it's packed, and it's been packed every time I've been there. Reminds me more of a restaurant in the city, but more spacious. Area: Parking isn't bad, you have to go in the parking garage, but sounds like they have valet now. I haven't been since this started. The Glen is a nice area to take a walk at night, but not much nightlife besides the theater next door. I have to talk off a star because they don't take reservations. Otherwise, this would be a great birthday dinner spot for a group. A party of 2-4 will often wait a good 30-45 minutes for a table if you get there 6ish on a Friday night (so, not terrible) but at least the beer keeps you occupied while you wait. It's a good idea to call ahead and check what the wait is, especially if you have a larger party.
(4)Amelia W.
As everyone has mentioned, the beer selection is fantastic. I love that the beers are categorized in the menu by type -- all of the red ales are together, all of the bocks are together, etc. It makes exploration of the extensive beer list much easier. As far as I can tell, most pints are in the $6 range, which isn't bad for a good beer. I've been here twice (once at the bar, once in the restaurant) and the service has been excellent both times. They were happy to answer questions, give recommendations, were very friendly and attentive without being overbearing. They struck up conversations as appropriate but still did their job professionally. I can't think of a better word to describe the service than "excellent." There is a unique mix of food on the menu -- can't categorize it as just "American" or "Asian" or anything. I felt that I got my money's worth the first time I ate there... the most recent time seemed fairly expensive for what we actually got. I also found it a little bit difficult to pick something to eat, since most menu items have an unexpected twist of some sort. (Maybe I need to be more adventurous!) Overall, I'd recommend it.
(4)Allison E.
Pretty standard American restaurant fare. The menu is huge so everyone is bound to find something they like. I went with a burger and it was delicious.Nothing seemed over-the-top exciting or interesting but it was all completely serviceable. Our waitress was great and almost too attentive. It was a little on the loud side, but all in all, a solid time.
(3)Isabelle L.
Definitely a place to go to for happy hour (from 3 to 6 PM Monday through Friday) when most of the appetizers are half price. Food is certainly of quality and well presented. The place is a bit pricey though. The appeal: a lot a lot a lot of beer on tap to choice from. Go for the beer.
(3)Victor L.
Medium burger = well done. Small portion. Poor service. Yard house has gone downhill.
(2)Sabrina B.
Yardhouse doesn't take reservations. The patio is a decent size in the summer. Wide range of food and drink menu.
(4)Gwynne R.
This restaurant is located in the Glen, and I went with two coworkers around 1:30 in the afternoon. When we walked in, the host and hostess were on the phone and didn't so much as look at us. Then, the hostess got off the phone and immediately got another call and got back on the phone instead of helping us. OOOOOKay!? Another hostess came up and sat us. Despite my initial bad impression of the place, given by the front desk, the rest of my experience here was great. Our server was friendly, funny and attentive without being annoying. Our food came out fast and was delicious. I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato basil soup. WOW. It was like three different kinds of cheeses, crusty bread, and creamy soup. Amazing. I also had the onion ring tower, which is sprinkled with parmesan cheese and served w/ chipotle and ranch sauce. Also reallllly good! My coworkers had a buger and the crab cake hoagie and they said their food was excellent too. Not to mention....the Pomegranite martini. Yes, I do have a small obesssion. The one here is PERFECTION. Too bad I went here on my lunch break because I could have downed 3 or 4 instead of just one. I would give it 5 stars but the hosts were wack and it is overpriced. Overall, I would definitely recommend Yard House if you are out in the 'burbs.
(4)Amy L.
Not bad. Came here on a weekend night and it was quite busy. I believe we had to wait about an hour. We had a big group of 9. The only negatives I had was it's very loud in there so the booth we sat in was quite big that you got to raise your voice a bit to talk to one another. The other negative was the price, a bit high for me. I ordered the margherita pizza, can't usually go wrong there, it was good. We shared nachos, which was excellent. Everybody pretty much liked their food. They had a huge beer selection. The waitress knew her stuff too and recommended what is now my hubby's favorite beer. Two of our gals shared a Yard glass drink which is what they're known for: glasses that are a yard in height. They said it was watered down though unfortunately so maybe not worth it.
(3)Shira G.
I have been here before and it was ok, but boy has this place gone downhill. Food came cold, they got 2/4 orders wrong so we ate at different times, charged us extra for things even though we couldn't get the items that came with the meal, waitress double charged credit card and still waiting for this to be cleared up... won't be going here again!
(1)Adam W.
Found this place by accident when i got lost...and totally glad i did because its an awesome restaurant. Beer list, well its not even a list, its a declaration of we know our shit. They have something like 115 beers ON TAP, yes ON TAP. God knows what that looks like in the BOH with all those lines and kegs (which i would actually like to see). The food is actually really good too. They are always busy, but the restaurant is huge so wait is usually no longer than 10 minutes if that. The area that it is in is quite nice as well...shopping area and what not. Check it out if you are in the area. The bill for 2 with apps, entrees, drinks, and a few more drinks was like 60 bucks...so totally affordable.
(4)Mark e.
Well this place really is overpriced , slow service, the managers never ever around to tables. I do not understand why they are busy, I really don't spending all this money I 1.should get better service 2. The egos of the servers is that I am nothing them. 3. Managers really are never around to help.4 I would rather have the hussars wait on me I saw them more. I really don't say this about restaurants since I my self am " in the business" This place really does suck!please stay a way, boycott, over over priced. Smaller portions the last few times! Pushy servers they become mad because you don't want to order right away. I as a manager would never have this happen , it is bad / worse management style . They are very lazy they should run the door, not the hosts they do not greet you they just tell you how long the wait is, then give you this buzzer and user quote. The older bearded bartender should get some manners from the bus staff!! This place can be great it comes down the manager style it SUCKS never ever again!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(1)Cupcake S.
I go here all the time....never had a bad meal! My two favorites are the mac and cheese and the grilled cheese. Whenever I try something new, I'm always pleased with the food!
(5)Jeannie T.
It's kind of a haul for us, but we like to go to the Yard House a few times a year or so. Tons and tons of beer on tap, which makes the hubby happy. I really like their mac and cheese! I got a burger once - it was ok, but admittedly, I'm not a huge burger fan. If you like beer, you need to go at least once!
(4)Vishal P.
Great selection...and the bar tenders know what they are talking about!!!
(5)Ngoc H.
Tons of beer on draft and half off appetizers on weekends from 3-6pm? I'm definitely there! Everything on the appetizer menu is great, well aside from the wings, I've had better, but none the less they're still good. The Mac and cheese is phenomenal and the fried chicken is beyond heavenly. The NY strip steak is huge! It came out perfect. If you're not a big beer fanatic, try the woodchucks pear cider, it's sparkly and very lite, almost like sprite or 7up. The garlic noodles are surprisingly very good. Parking is abundant and service was wonderful, very knowledgeable staff. Fun place for a big group.
(5)Grace L.
I always have a nice time here. Good food, great company, and love the outdoor seating.
(4)Chris D.
the only place I can get sea dog blueberry wheat ale.
(4)Jake M.
I went here with my family yesterday and was slightly disappointed. This place kinda reminded me of a Hard Rock Cafe. My BBQ Bacon Cheddar burger was very good as were the fries. All the burgers come with a garlic aiola that was very good, especially when dipping the fries into it. Despite this, my friends fish was way to thick, tough, and not blackened at all. The restaurant had great service and the manager was happy to replace the fish with a new meal.
(4)Dheeraj R.
Excellent food. Great service even when they are busy. Awesome beer selection.
(5)Christine P.
This place has an insane number of beers on tap!!! (and I think I remember someone once telling me they had the most out of any other restaurant in the states?) Don't be intimidated by the selection. We asked our waiter a few questions in picking a beer and he was very knowledgeable and we ended up really liking the ones we got. (so many of them...i can't remember the name. hehe!) Also, for something a little different, try one of the beer floats. We got the chocolate one and it was really good!!! Their food is also pretty good although it can be a little pricey. The best time to go is during their happy hour. (Between 3-6pm on M-F) Appetizers are half off and almost all the ones I've tried tasted really good and were large enough portions to be a full meal. (Between me and my bf, we ordered 3 appetizers and had enough left over to take home.) The area is really nice too if you want to walk around before or afterwards. Parking can be a little hard sometimes and you might have to settle for one of the parking garages behind the building and walk a little bit.
(4)Lauren H.
Since I live close to this place, sometimes this is one of the restaurants that is suggested. I want to love it but it's just OK in my book. Lately we've been coming for happy hour which is probably the only reason I'd come here because it's half off on certain food..Other than that, to me I don't think it's worth paying the big bucks unless your really hungry!
(3)Todd M.
I would visit the Yardhouse again for their wide variety of beers on tap. I counted over 100 draft beers available. I enjoyed the Robert the Bruce by Three Floyds Brewing Company. I should point out that we had an appetizer (I believe it was a spinach dip) that was nothing to write home about, but I would go back solely for the great beers.
(4)Alan R.
I absolutely hate chains. Whenever I am with someone that wants to go to Chili's, Applebee's or Bennigan's I grimace and put up as much of a fight as I can to avoid it. That said, Yardhouse is way better than that. It is a bit expensive for what it is. Everything I have had here is excellent. As with most chains, they have an extensive menu. The menu is also innovative, unlike the aforementioned chains. The Pizza is very good as are their burgers. Surprisingly, the Shashimi was also good. The beer list is the best I have seen including over 100 Beers on Tap. Don't miss the 3-6 and 10-11pm happy hours with half price appetizers.
(4)Krystle S.
This place is great. The appetizers are phenomenal and if you're a beer person, you'll fall in love with the large beer selection. The servers are very friendly and attentive. Make sure you take advantage of their Happy Hour deals on appetizers and pizzas. Call ahead seating is highly recommended. It gets packed on Friday and Saturday nights so make sure to give yourself enough time to call ahead. This place is great for group dinners and kids.
(5)Bobby D.
This is one of my favorite bars. With almost one hundred beers on tap, how can you go wrong? The food is pretty darn good to and in you can catch a movie after dinner or vise vest. A little pricey but you are paying for a very nice atmosphere too.
(5)J P.
I love the location and it was so beautiful to walk around The Glen in the winter. To start, the Hostess in the front was very nice, we didn't have a reservation and it was packed, we had to wait around 25 minutes. We wanted to go look around but couldn't bring that..flashy thing with us. She marked us down as if we had called in for a reservation at that time so that we were able to look around. When we got back we were seated right away. It was packed because there was a very good bulls game on. We had a very cute waitor as well haha! We asked about the lobster/crab dip and he said it was awesome, per his recommendation we got it and it was good. We also ordered the organic tomato bisque and turkey sliders which were both soooooo delicious, I especially loved the soup and the fries that came with the sliders! it was a nice cozy place and they also had so many beers to choose from. Also their menu was sooo extensive I was wanting to order everything. I will just have to go back in order to try all the things I wanted!
(5)John D.
If you were to ask 100 people about yard house I would bet 50 say they love this place and will swear by it and the other 50 think its over rated and not worth the money. I fall into the latter. Yard House is expensive for what it is. Wide arrange of different cuisines, bar foods, and beers. The beer selection is huge, but every time I have gone in and asked for a specific beer they didn't have it or they were "out of it." It was not like I asked for something obscure either. If you are looking to try this place go during happy hour when appetizers are half off otherwise its not worth your money unless you are a beer aficionado.
(2)Meg S.
Food is good here, but it's difficult to hold a conversation if you're not a loud talker----very very noisy. Cool menu and good beer though!
(3)Carolynne M.
The absolute nicest looking restaurant in the Glen, and I have seen inside all of them except for maybe one. Went in to grab a quick bite before a movie. We were a bit shocked at the lunch prices, but after the food arrived we could see why. The portions were VERY large, but excellently presented and really good! BF had the french onion soup and caesar salad. Both got the thumbs-up. I had the clam chowder - really good too and loaded with big chunks of clam & potato. I also ordered the chilled edamame. Fantastic! They came with just a touch of kosher salt and I couldnt stop eating them, they were that good. mmmm. Too bad we were there so early in the day, as the beer selection looked very interesting. We will definitely be back.
(4)Scott H.
This place isn't close to home but I have visited twice and would go back again. It isn't cheap but the beer selection is great and the food is good. I have had the bernaise sliders, they are delicious and big enough to split between 2 people. They have you typical bar fare along with some classier entrees so it's the best of both worlds. The place has been jam packed both times but the service wasn't hindered one bit, which is a huge plus.
(4)Derek G.
I wasn't really sure what to expect at this upscale bar and grill. However, I am happy to report that my experience was great. Yard House is tucked away within the confines of the Glenn. It is in essence Bar Louie if Bar Louie made a lot of money and lived in Winnetka.
(4)Shivali D.
I've been to Yard House a couple of times now but I'm reviewing it for my most recent visit. So they don't take reservations... And even though it's a large facility that has many many tables (plus seasonal patio) theres always a wait! They do allow you to call ahead but in my opinion that doesn't mean much because you have to wait anyways. The wait is worth it for the food though! I'm a huge fan as YH caters to vegetarians with their Gardein features. I've tried the BBQ chicken pizza and wings off of their in the past both of which were good! This time I ordered a burger but i wasn't a fan of the burger they used, it had a weird after taste. My friends ordered the chicken strips which they liked but I wasn't a fan, and another friend ordered the Mac and cheese which she thought was great. The drinks were great and the fact that they allow you to sample beer is pretty sweet! YH is awfully pricey and I love it for the veggie options but my meat eater friend doesn't find it worth the money, maybe only once in a while. Overall service was good and attentive. I love the Glen do that speaks for the environment. Also Via Gelato is right across which is a huge plus so I say skip desert and grab some Gelato instead!
(4)steve l.
Great beer. Food can be very good or not good. They need someone to pay attention to the dishes as the leave the kitchen.....
(2)Lauren D.
Stranded in the suburbs? Stop at Yard House! One of only a few places that stays open pretty late. Yard House is a cool place to hang out and can satisfy 99% of its customers. Although service can be lacking and sometimes nonexistent, their beer selection is unbeatable (we're talking Delirium on tap) and their appetizers will soothe even the saltiest of cravings. (Try the onion tower, spinach/artichoke dip, edemame, calamari...) The crowd is typically younger, 21 - 40. Accomodates large groups easily, and there are televisions at every angle. Also, really good music always playing. The menu is considerably extensive, including everything from pricey steaks and seafood to cheaper burgers, pizzas and pastas. I'd recommend the Hawaiian burger.
(3)Gerry G.
First, don't go necessarily expecting the best service. Some of their staff are excellent--DJ (or TJ?) in particular, and Adam are both great servers and are very enthusiastic. We've had plenty of below average experiences too, but the great beer selection (about 100 on tap,) the good food, and the Monday Night Football and Happy Hour specials keep us coming back. During Monday Night football, they serve "almost" half price beer, and half priced appetizers. They also do a happy hour of half priced appetizers only. There's a limited late night reduced price appetizer list as well. Don't miss the chicken nachos and the quite spicy Thai pizza. Incidentally, once I had a problem with the restaurant not honoring a promotion and wrote a letter to the management company. They handled it wonderfully and ended up more than making up for the mishap.
(4)Martin M.
Ok food, nothing to brag about. Average service, with a very sticky floor. Been here a couple times, but thats because of friends. Not a big fan.
(2)Abhist D.
So...what you hear about this place is SOOOO true. This is my wife's new bar of choice and she'd been begging me to go with her for the longest time. I had been by the Glen a couple times but had never actually gone in. When I walked in there, I wasn't too impressed. It was just like any other bar. But then I saw the beer menu and I literally popped my cherry! They have 110 beers on tap...110!!! If you don't believe me, check out the link below and even you'll be blown off your feet! yardhouse.com/files/beer… The food is, surprisingly, pretty damn good, albeit a little overpriced. But the first time we went there, we met up with a few friends and just had drinks and appetizers, some of the best calamari I've ever had (WARNING: if you're with a date, or plan on hooking up and making out...be sure to bring gum because the calamari is laced with garlic seasoning). The second time we went back, I got the (Mac+Cheese) 2. Its pasta with chedder and parmesan, roasted chicken, applewood smoked bacon, and wild mushrooms. I enjoyed the meal, although I thought the bacon was a bit hard for my taste. Overall, this place is the haven for the Beer Gods......a Mount Olympus that us lowly mortals who love beer can readily enjoy! (oh, and they have happy hour from 3-6 with half price appetizers!)
(4)Jessica O.
Ahhhhhh, the glory of over 100 beers on tap. Where to begin? Most importantly, don't go here for good unless it is happy hour during the week or late night on the weekends... I really wouldn't order anything other than appetizers or starter salads of the menu, since it is a bit pricey... but as soon as those specials kick in... WORTH it! I love the moo-shoo egg rolls, the sliders (get em with onion straws... so good), the onion rings, the lettuce wraps, and the nachos (THEY'RE HUGE!). I wouldn't so much recommend the calamari, or the spicy tuna...I've had mixed experiences. The beers are great, most of the servers are wonderful, and it is a fun place for ladies to get together (martinis as well) and for guys to get together (lots of flat-screen plasmas around the place). Overall... a great place pre or post movie! Open till midnight, 1 am on Saturdays.
(4)Elizabeth C.
Food and service was really great. No complaints.
(4)Stephanie E.
The food was pretty good. Good fresh fish, NY Strip with garlic mash potatoes was awesome. However, our server Craig was probably the best part. He was extremely accomendating and knowledgable. There was not one thing he recommended for us that wasn't good.
(4)Terri L.
$16.25 for macaroni and cheese??? Really???? I ordered the "Mac and cheese squared" which is macaroni with bacon bits and mushrooms in it. yes, $16.25!! The food was just so-so. It was not worth nearly what I paid. If money is no object, this may not be objectionable. But there are so many truly good dining choices in Glenview and the surrounding areas, I will be making different choices in the future!!
(1)Brian L.
This is the spot in Glenview! I love Yardhouse, this place is huge! They have a huge beer menu and I mean HUGE! Their apple woodchuck beer is very delicious I totally recommend it and they serve it in an amazing high glass! Their food is just as good, I ordered the cob salad and it was heaven! The service is wonderful may I add. I would definitely come again.
(4)Jerry W.
I like it even though it is over-priced and borders on having a "mall restaurant" feel. Staff is average, food is above average, prices are above average and the ambiance is good. A good choice if you are going to a movie. Over time the Glen has gone downhill in my estimation from a nice destination to a teenage hangout. Nonetheless, Yard House is a good place to get some food when in the area.
(3)David B.
Yard House sometimes doesn't take reservations, and it gets really crowded. Be prepared to stand by the front door or the bar area for a little while. However, the bar area is large enough -- a giant circle -- that you can easily stand in small groups waiting there. The televisions are not a focal point of the restaurant, but you can see them anywhere in the place. I swear they must have 100 beers on tap here, including lots of things that will be tough to find at other restaurants. The food is also very good -- the "sliders" appetizer was surprisingly nothing like White Castle sliders except in appearance and then teriyaki ribs were unique and really well-cooked. Entrees range from the cheap -- sandwiches, pizza, and burgers at $10 -- to the expensive with seafood and steaks topping near $30. The location is really nice, too, because of the pseudo-downtown feel of the street. Parking is available down the whole street, and there's also a garage near the middle of the strip. I suppose it's probably a closer feel to Old Orchard Mall than Clark St, but it's still nice to see the effort. You can walk out of the restaurant and have several other bars, coffee shops, or dessert places to choose from.
(4)Brenda D.
The food is fine but make sure you check you bill. We were told about a wrong special talked to manager said they would fix it but their solution was cheap then I complained agian only to make them honor what the waiter told us and it took forever but they finally honored the mistakes. They do have good gluten free options. Lots of beer but overpriced.
(3)walter M.
I've eaten here around 15 times because I live in Glenview and it's kid friendly at lunch time on the weekends. Here are my issues: *Service is pretty average, nobody really cares about going above and beyond, the check is always late and after they drop it off, they take a long time to come back and get it. If you have kids, they have no sensitivity to speed. *Menu is over-engineered. There are 5-6 different things going on with every dish and I've tried everything from the sushi (which is horrible) to the turkey burger (which is mushy at best). *Kid-friendly place, but they have horrible kid cups (lids come off very easily), don't have straws that can bend, and serve adult food on the kid menu. Chicken fingers are beer battered, and once you start cutting em up, all the breading falls off and you're left with a slimy pile of chicken that isn't really that good. I keep going and ordering different menu items i n the hope that I can find something I can get every time, but have yet to find it. A few more tries and I'll be out of options. Go if you just want to get an average burger and good beers. Do not go if you like good food and aren't drinking.
(1)Brad C.
Super beer selection. The amount of beers on tap is great. Hopleaf may have a ton of beers but they aren't all on tap. The food is pretty decent. If you can, go for Monday night football, even if you don't like football they have some great specials that day.
(4)Vick C.
I went there with my boyfriend for late dinner after my class, I really think that's a good place for late night since they have 1/2 off of their appetizer menu after 10pm, we ordered a Thai spicy chicken pizza for only 6 dollars, and it's huge! Beer still good from tap and I really have nothing can complaint!
(4)Albert C.
Wow, some pretty harsh reviews. =p Sure, it's not great but it's not *that* bad either. One of my college/grad school friends works and lives in the northern suburbs, so the Glen ends up being a convenient meeting place whenever I'm back in town. Invariably, we usually find ourselves at The Yardhouse, which isn't bad for what it is, a corporate chain. Prices are a little higher than I'd hope for out in the 'burbs, but then again, I'm looking at from the perspective of a cash-strapped resident physician. Portions are average to above-average, though nowhere as bountiful as Cheesecake Factory. I have to admit that I'm a fan of the ahi crunchy salad. The appetizers are an ok value during happy hour when they're half off, but not worth it when they're full price. $11 for 2 crab cakes? Come on. Since I'm not a big fan of alcohol, I'll leave the commentary on their selection to other, more experienced Yelpers.
(3)Aubrey R.
We went here after running some errands on Saturday and we were pleasantly surprised. The place was very busy, but we were able to get a table after waiting only 5 minutes. Our server was very pleasant, she asked us for our drink order and asked us if we had been there before. We told her it was our first time and that the menu was overwhelming. There were so many things to choose from, everything sounded so good. She gave us some suggestions. We ended up getting the calamari, wings and a grilled cheese but instead of tomato soup, I wanted the french onion. We also got a side of fries. The place was really busy, so it took about 20 minutes for us to get our food which was fine. I do not like calamari at all, not my thing. I've tried it a few times and it always has been rubbery to me. I tried it and it was crispy and tasted pretty good, but still, I could only try one bite. My boyfriend enjoyed his wings. They were all the drumstick part. He said they were really tasty. My grilled cheese was good. I had it with bacon and it was crispy, the bread had parm cheese on it making a nice crust on the outside of the bread. I'm a picky eater, so I took the blue cheese out that they had and I also asked for a side of honey mustard. The server remembered. Usually servers get my order wrong because I'll put this and that on the side or take things out. The french onion soup is also really good. For subbing instead of tomato soup, had to pay a buck extra. The fries were shoestring fries, but they were kind of breaded. Good fries. The server came around quite a bit to check on us even though she had a ton of tables and she always came to refill our drinks. We want to come back again to try the mac and cheese with bacon and also the swordfish. I hope they open up one of these in the city. Very good and it would be a local hang out for us.
(4)Ann Y.
Went here for a late lunch and I really enjoyed it. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. I really liked how the put sugar around the lemonade glass. What a nice touch! I had a chicken enchilada stack and it was HUGE and tasty. I would definitely get it again. I also tried the chicken nachos which were quite good (and 1/2 off becuase we went before 6:00 on a week day). My dad had the mac and cheese squared which was yummy and my mom had the orange chicken which she liked. This place remindes me of cheesecake factory a bit but with way better service and more personal touches.
(4)Christian H.
The Yardhouse has a fantastic selection of beer. Being a lover of beer, all I can say is they need not do much more. However, they do. There are several items on the menu that go great with beer, including the sliders (i like the classic vs. the Bearnaise), boneless chicken and mash, and the jambalaya (which is creamier than traditional recipes, but good). Their steak is not top quality, but if you are looking for good steak at this place - that is your mistake. Chicago has lots of good steak places. This place is good for beer and bar food that is a bit better than most.
(4)Y.D. K.
Great place to go to for a wide selection of beers, I think more than 50 that are on tap and ready for the pouring, but I think its definitely more than 100...You can also have a Miller Lite or a Budweiser for the ones who are too scared to try something different. YH also have mixed drinks as well as mixed beers too, and then food is also availbale which is quite good. Despite the great features available at the bar and kitchen, it is EXPENSIVE. $20 will take you for a couple of beers, maybe three, but to eat more or try other beers/drinks will run you quite a large bill. Also, despite having a big bar area and lots of chairs and tables, it is often more than 80% full. Still, bonus points for the large amount of beers to try/drink; penalty for the stiff bill, but then again, its The Glen and it is all expensive. Can't find parking on the street - if you can stand walking a block or two, a free garage is nearby. Also, go for the half or yard glasses of your choice of beverage - quite an interesting way to drink your poison!
(3)JL S.
I met up with two friends that I haven't seen in a really long time at Yard house. I arrived first and they were running late so I asked for a table and they said it would be a 40 minute wait. 25 minutes later I was seated, before my friends even got there! I asked the waiter what he recommended. He said the (Mac + Cheese)^2 and the Chicken Enchilada Stack. But I really wanted a burger so I got the BBQ Bacon Cheddar burger. It was realllly good. The fries were okay. My friends are both vegetarians and got things they enjoyed, so it was awesome. I started my meal with dessert, the Young's Double Chocolate Stout float. If you haven't had one before, like me, it will blow your mind. I ended my meal with the House Belgian Triple. It was a GREAT beer!
(4)Leocris L.
i love coming here because of the drink selection. you'll have a hard time figuring out what to get, which could be good or bad. the bar is smack dab in the middle, and a good size. however, good luck finding a spot on fri or sat nights. it may be a tight squeeze. the food is great. but pricey. i did get pretty sick from the spinach dip, and since then have had a fear of it. that was my only bad experience.
(4)Katie M.
A group of 6 of us went to The Yard House. this group of people, or at least most of us, go out weekly to drink beer and socialize. We intended to get there for happy hour to save on food and spend more on beer. I will say - they have a great beer menu which is organized really well. We arrived about 1 - 2 minutes after happy hour ended. When I inquired if we could still get the happy hour 1/2 price appetizers, the not-so-nice hostess said no we were too late. OK, yes we were late - by a minute or two, but first,she was not at all nice about it (I had even called to see if we could place an order over the phone as we were stuck in traffic and was told no). Second, as I explained to her, we were a fairly large group, old enough to know "good" beer, ready to order at least a few beers per person, ready to eat to cover the beer, and old enough to appreciate good service and tip well. In my opinion, the hostess could have at least been nicer about the whole situation. I think making 6 NEW customers should be a priority.....there are far too many other really good beer places in the area now. I hope it was worth it to the Yard House to lose 6 future customers......When here are that many beer places to choose from, it can come down to how the customer is treated.
(2)Gabriel T.
The best Pepper jack cheeseburger I ever ate. The food so far is fantastic. I ordered for pick up and I made sure to request ketchup (Which they never gave) I also ordered soup and they never supplied me with a spoon. That's the only reason I took one star off, otherwise it would have gotten 5 stars.
(4)Andrea C.
Great atmosphere and an amazing bar love the bear list and martinis. The service is great and the food is good however it is very heavy with salt and oil.
(3)Paul H.
Racist manager fired. good food and drink
(3)constantine a.
Just not a fan. Food isn't that bad (which is why i gave two stars) but the price tag that goes with the food is extreme. Huge restaurant and nice outdoor patio, but the price doesn't make me want to come back.
(2)M. K.
Waited 45 minutes for our meal...which was a bunless burger and buttered noodles for the kids. Apologetic but did nothing to make up for it. Will not go there again
(1)Patty D.
Love love love this place... I used to work around the way from here and it's a great addition to Glenview - Go during the week when you can get 1/2 priced appetizers (until 5:30 or 6:00 pm - I can't remember) which include sashimi, sliders, nachos, Hand Rolls, hand tossed pizzas, wings and more... the martinis are nice and strong. I've been there with friends who are beer lovers and they mentioned there's an incredible variety of beers... I'm more of a vodka and wine drinker so I don't know any better with the beer thing... It's a nice atmosphere and worth the stop - if you are on the North Shore. Did I mention I love this place???
(5)David S.
My wife and I went here before we met our son. We have been talking about going back but the early bedtime makes it difficult, but we shall return!!! I enjoyed the spirits and she watched. We both enjoyed the Happy Hour appetizers. We were able to order 5 items for less then the price of two entrees!!! What a deal!!!
(5)Theresa K.
Yard House is located at "The Glen" a ritzy area dedicated to food, shopping and entertainment. I have dined here a handful of times and have never been disappointed. The atmosphere is huge with ample space both inside and in their outside seating area. The service is great; the servers are very knowledgeable about the items on the menu and the plentiful of beer on hand. Go here if just for the beer choices. I'm happy to say that the Yard House is vegetarian friendly. Yes, there are around 10 unique and delicious items on the menu. However, I have ordered the tomato bisque soup, salads, and of course the mac 'n cheese. You have to order the mac 'n cheese. I opt out of the bacon and chicken and it's still satisfying enough. Next time, I'd like to try some of their vegetarian dishes which are made with Gardiena products. They sound heavenly. I would check this place out if you're in the neighborhood and looking for some hearty, delicious bar food.
(4)Saumil J.
One of the best places to enjoy classic rock, good food, sports, and a wide variety of beers on tap. Over 100 beers should quench the salavating needs that a grown adult requires. The food is well above average if you're seeking a good family environment. The price can be slightly above average, but it is manageable.
(5)WIndow S.
extensive menu with something for everyone who loves beer, meat or fake meat (lots of Gardien psuedo chicken options). Rushed impersonal service, but in a very busy location - always a wait for tables. Servers toss plates on the table, not necessarily to right person. Boxed up leftover crabcakes but left behind all the sauce and salad and garnished we had wanted. Pretty pricey for what it is (I guess California prices, since chain is based there), especially when half your leftovers are left behind.
(3)Greg B.
ok, place to stop for brew, food used to be better 4 years ago . dont like stuff rotation good peaople got moved to other locations. new crew not train well enough . still recommended for qiuck lunch
(3)Happy M.
My family use to go to the Yard house a lot mostly on weekends. Sometimes we had to wait for a long time but we did not care since most of the time the food was pretty good. Like the Asian sea bass, Lobster pasta or surf and turf burger, but I have to admit that the service is not as good as it use to be..Wait stuff is a little disappointing, I have noticed that few times already with couple of servers. I think the management needs to pay more attention and retrain people... There is a lot of waiters wondering around but no one really cares.. Last time we waited 20 minutes before anyone noticed us..and the restaurant was not busy .. Not sure if we want to go back.
(3)kavan s.
Love the food and great people. Only restaurant I know that sells sweet potatoe fries. And have been in bussiness since the glen opened unlike the tower / redstart. Even my parents like it.
(5)Ryan S.
Well, went there for a family get together... Waited over 2hrs for a table but they were so unorganized and gave our table away....most terrible service I have ever had. They kept us around, promising only a bit longer but we ended up leaving for another restaurant after several hours of being strung along. Our family get together was ruined and the family fell apart. 2 of the family members lefts the group in exile and others were reprimanded on the side walk. Our family was left in ruins and was left to mend over margaritas at lalos bar and grill. Yard house ruined my life, Christmas, and my future family relations. Also I lost my DD that night and narrowly avoided being kicked out of my own brothers wedding. Thank god for lalos margaritas which salvaged our ruined night. Lalos bar and grill is a better place for bigger parties. For smaller parties as well. Skip the wait and go to lalos. Yard house serves up yards of empty promises.
(1)Kristen W.
I really liked the Yard House too, but then again I'm a huge beer fan (addict). I thought I had sampled every white beer known to man, but actually discovered a few new ones on the extensive beer list here! Excellent surprise. During happy hour, certain appetizers are half off, which means that they become more reasonably priced, not just extremely overpriced. I had the tuna sashimi appetizer which was GREAT. I'd go back just for beer and sashimi- isn't that a well-rounded meal? Portions are huge for dinner and I would highly recommend the iceburg wedge if you're a fan of old-school salad. Actually, just have beer, sashimi and salad and you should be good to go!
(4)Judy L.
Great happy hour specials with 1/2 priced appetizers I believe before 6:00pm. Yardhouse serves typical bar food on the pricier side so the happy hour special is a pretty good deal. Sports fans will be very happy because plasma tv's are planted around the entire restaurant and it gets very packed during NCAA or finals for any kind of sport. The 100+ draft beer selection is no joke and you can pretty much find anything from chocolate flavored beer to Belgian specialties to your typical Budweiser.
(4)Zahra A.
Decently original food with comparable flavor highlight this rather generic eatery. Though the menu may be slightly lackluster, the food is fresh and the alcohol menu expansive enough for the most discerning of palates. The crowd attending is usually families and sports buffs, gazing at the many large flat screens around the restaurant. All in all, it is a mediocre restaurant that is worth atleast one try.
(3)Peter F.
The draft house has it's ups and downs. It's magical in the sense that it has over 100 beers from not only around the country but world as well and a lot of micro brews from both coasts. It always plays a good selection of classic rock and has a good sports game on one of many flat screens. but, it seems to me that since I have started to go there, the prices continue to increase. For $6 a draft beer (more than most downtown prices) ought to start going to binny's and buying nice beer for myself. The food is average and over priced. Great to have a beer or two but not a night on the town.
(3)Raul B.
200 beers on tap. great deals on food during happy hour
(5)Kelly E.
Been there several times and will be back several more! Classy yet casual atmosphere, EXCELLENT food, and most importantly for me...they are eco-conscious, offering organic selections, serving water only on request, among other little touches. This is NOT a certified organic restaurant by any means, but they get an A for effort where many fail. Parmesan crusted chicken is a favorite, as well as the Organic tomato bisque and grilled cheese combo. Prices are a tad steeper than your average variety bar and grill joint, but that is because the food, beer, and service is stellar. I believe they have over 130 beers on tap...imports, specialities, and rare finds. If you sit at the bar, you get first class treatment and the bartenders are good for suggestions. They are a team effort and every customer is theirs (they must split all tips- good system) and the service system in this place is flawless. Love love love this place!!
(5)Sara B.
Was a work lunch so I couldn't give the wall of beers on tap a try but the food was darn good. The desert was really good too. THe area is cute and one could spend the day around here making this this an ideal lunch or dinner spot.
(4)Deborah H.
One of my favorites. Get the roast beef sandwich! It's a little noisy but overall I love it.
(5)Scott R.
This place is a California chain; that means that they are required to cook their meat medium well, and THAT means their burgers suck. The other dishes we tried were mediocre at best. Keep in mind that there is a Mitchell's in the Glen, which is a little more upscale price-wise, but actually has quite good fish on the menu. Add to that the fact that most of the people there were either groups of bimbos shrieking and taking pictures of themselves over and over, or groups of guys watching American Gladiator at the bar; truly a frightful experience. They brag about their beer list, but most of the beers listed were strange rather than good; few foreign beers of any quality.
(1)adya a.
Now that they have those great lunch specials I'm a fan. YUM
(4)Steven M.
try the wine and beer flights!!! very comfortable atmosphere
(5)Morris O.
Great menu and a selection of beers. Wine list is also good. I enjoy the food--either the turkey cobb salad or the orange peel chicken. At certain times the wait can be long--hint--the bar serves the full menu and it usually does not take long to get a seat.
(4)Yahaa T.
Yard house is reaaaaaly good. The atmosphere is really nice and it looks like modern and hip inside. They have a bazillion diff. kinds of beers so everyone is satisfied. it's not too loud in there either and service is good and man so is the food. I had their wings and taco thing too and man was it good. The wings were spicy enough and the taco tasted like a true taco. YUM. I also tasted their burger from my bro and it tasted really good too! They have a wide selection of food and the prices are all right too. Has people of all ages here! Its a great place to eat and have a nice beer with too. The wait is never to long either so hit it up when you're shopping at the Glen.
(5)George D.
I'm reminded of the reasons why people who live in the city don't like eating in the suburbs every time I'm coerced into eating at one of the restaurants in the Glen. But having grown up in Glenview, it's hard for me to maintain the appropriate amount of cultured snobbery about the Stepford village Glenview has created. I mostly get depressed instead as I drive past chain restaurant after chain restaurant, lamenting what might have been if the city hadn't sold out the entire Naval Base area like it was a business commodity. C'est la vie. Anyway, The Yardhouse is the flagship of the corporate conglomerate disaster that is the Glen in Glenview. This place has all the culinary charm of your neighborhood Applebee's, but with better beer. The spinach and cheese dip is even better than TGI Friday's, which puts it a few steps above the stuff you can melt in your microwave at home. When I find myself in this type of surrounding (the noisy, wood panelled cavern of a suburban sports bar cum "fun" restaurant), I typically retreat to the hamburger selection on the menu. But you'll find little comfort there. While trying to order my cheeseburger medium rare, I was told, "We do medium, is that okay?" Upon arriving, the meat was solidly into the medium well to well done range, not a hint of pink to be found anywhere within the patty. What does "we do medium" mean, anyway? That when the line cook is flipping the other 300 burgers that were ordered at the same time as mine, he'll be too busy to concern himself with the temperatures? I did enjoy his ironic touch of sticking a wooden spear labeled "Medium" into the bun. Luckily ketchup, mustard, salt and pepper are all provided for you, so you can mix and match to try to find the right combination for best results.
(2)Jennifer T.
Great appetizers for happy hour but a bit pricey outside of that.
(4)Nery E.
beer selection is HUGE! u can't complain about that! food quality is OK... it's mostly bar food with some good seafood (but i'm not a seafood lover). always go there after work! victory golden monkey, the best!
(3)Dodd V.
I was not all that impressed with the Yard House. The food was average and I found it fairly over priced. I went there with 1 other person for lunch and without drinks our bill was over $40. The place looks nice and has a good beer selection, but save your money and go some place not so "hip" for a much better deal.
(2)Laura G.
Yard House has a huge menu, and I think they have some of the best mac and cheese I've ever had. The portions are very big, but I've yet to be disappointed with any of my meals.
(4)Roy A.
Food is not that hot and is pretty expensive. There are a lot of TVs which I need in a bar type place and the beer list is 5 star. All in all a decent place to go for some drinks and maybe some appetizers. The food used to be better but recently I've not been a fan and at those prices I'd rather get something that is delicious.
(3)kb j.
Went here on a Sunday night after a movie at the Glen after we found out that Flight is closed on Sunday evenings in the winter. A limited wine list, but the attraction is 100 beers on tap. They also have 70's/80's pop music on a mix that permeates the place. Lots of tvs for sporting events as well. The place was crowded on a Sunday night (every table was taken and, when we left shortly after 7:15PM, it was still crowded with folks waiting). We waited about 15 minutes at the bar. On a cold evening you might want to sit on the side of the bar furthest from the door as it gets cold when the door opens and closes. Same rule would apply if you sit at one of the tables or booths ( I think you'd want to be on the side of restaurant furthest from the door in order to minimize the chill). The food is mostly glorified bar food, but they do a very good job of it. Salads and sandwiches are decent sized and the fries are crispy. I recommend the turkey melt with the jalapeno peppers. In the summer, you can sit outside and watch the steady stream of people go by (it was winter, so were all bundled up inside). A nice choice for after a movie at the Glen.
(3)Greg M.
I definitely dig this place, it isn't incredible however your choices are limited out here in the suburbs. The main draw to this place is their beer selection because it is so vast. The food isn't too bad I enjoy it, but I will admit it is a bit pricey. Since I am an avid beer drinker and love to experience new types I really like coming back here every now and then. I would recommend this to anyone with an experienced palette and/or is adventurous with beer.
(3)Sonce L.
Aside from the assortment of beers to be found at the Yardhouse, it's nothing to write home about. I hate chain food and yet am occasionally drawn in. I usually head for the burgers. It wasn't bad but our service was terrible. When someone says, "I'll be right back for your order" and doesn't come back for 5-10 mins, there's a problem. My water was left consistently empty, and since I was driving two little kids and didn't want to get sloshed, I would have hoped to be able to quench my thirst. When my husband had a problem with his order, the waitress sent over her manager who apologized and attempted to rectify the situation. We still had to wait 15 minutes to get the check. And I never did get my side of mayo. I'll buy my Blue Moon at the liquor store next time and make a burger at home.
(2)Soo S.
One of my favorite hang outs in Glenview. My best friend and I would go there all the time for their happy hours. During happy hours until 6pm, and late night starting at 10pm the appetizers are 50% off. The food there is SO good. The best thing about the Yard House is their huge selection of beer! Definitely a great place to chill out w/ a cold glass of beer while watching some basketball!
(5)Faith M.
I've been here a number of times and have found the service to be either stellar or disappointing. I'm going 4 stars for their adult mac 'n cheese. It is not to be missed. If you go between 5 and 7 expect a wait and lots of kids. Once they all clear out it definitely has a more adult, relaxed feel.
(4)Jason P.
A million beers on tap, you can't beat that. The only negative is that the crowd seems to be composed of 16yr olds and 45 yr olds.
(4)Jinhee S.
bummed how this is the only yardhouse that has no happy hour specials on drinks..why is that! $6.50 for a guinness, a whole lot of variety of beers and drinks. we always sit at the bar, and the workers always make small talk with you. the atmosphere is nice, somewhat pricey, they have happy hour specials on appetizers during the week from 3-6. its an ass to find good parking so just decide to park in the lot. they also have outdoor seating which is nice. i love a place that serves french onion soup, and i always get it from here. never too salty, although there could be a bit more cheese on top. if you decide to order the spinach dip with pita, pass on that and order something else. if youre looking for a local bar to just grab something to munch and drink on, dont pass up on this place! although some may complain about the food, their wide variety and selection of beer should just lure you right in!
(4)Alex M.
Great service, turkey burgers and lettuce wraps!
(5)Blaise S.
I went to Yard House about 4 pm on Saturday with a large group for a birthday party, to get dinner and drinks. It was a good thing we went early too, because by the time we left in the evening every table was packed and there was a line of people waiting to be seated. Rightfully so too, since they have good food and an excellent beer selection. The very first pages of the menu say they have the world's largest selection of draft beer, and let me tell you, that makes me very happy. They are known (and named) for their large beer glasses (yards), but I prefer the steady, eclectic approach, instead ordering myself exotic pints and continuing to try different styles of beer. I feel I accomplished that feat, because they have their beer menu categorized by beer style and used that to my full advantage, giving fruit beers, chocolate beers, white ales and belgian ales all a try this time around. I suggest coming here for dinner and save some room for a few beers, and try to come a little early to avoid waiting for a seat. The service was excellent too, as our waiter was knowledgeable about the different beer types and made sure our glasses were full, which is much appreciated. I would stop by again when in the Glenview area and try to make a bigger dent on that beer list for sure.
(4)JP S.
Big, open restaurant with a giant boat in the center. Huge selection of beers on tap - though be prepared to pay top dollar for them. It is a huge menu with offerings for everyone. The weekday 3-6 PM 1/2 price appetizers are a great time to get in there. Waitstaff is SLOW and tends to be on the unexperienced side but if you are not in a hurry its a great place to hang out.
(3)Mrs. E.
The only thing saving this place from a lower rating is the fact that their beer list is pretty impressive. The food is sub-par bar food that is nothing to write home about, but the laid-back atmosphere and varieties of beer you can try make this a good place to chill out and catch up with friends. Just don't expect the food to be stellar.
(3)choong l.
I fancy myself a beer lover, and by the sheer size of the beer list, Yard House should be considered a Mecca for a hop head -- it features over 100 beers ON TAP! Even the venerable Map Room, Quenchers Saloon or Hop Leaf cannot match the claim for the largest beer selection on tap in Chicagoland. Transplant the taps into any of the said bars and the hop heads will be swimming in beer heaven. Then why does the Yard House only get three stars here? Alas, perhaps I'm not as big of a beer lover as I claimed I was -- it is the whole ensemble of great beer selection, comfortable and cozy atmosphere, convivial patrons and memorable staff, and a little bit of something else that makes for a great bar experience, and Yard House falls short in every category other than the beer list. Indeed, the beer list truly is amazing. Even if you take out the fillers (such as the ubiquitous Bud or Miller products), you still have a formidable beer selection that spans countries and regions across Asia, Americas and Europe, a majority of them from US and Europe. The problem with this, however, is that every beer is served the same way -- in same glasses and temperature -- no matter whether you order a hefe-weisse, Belgian trappist beer or a scottish ale. If you just want to cross out "Maredsous" from your list of beers to try (and you definitely should), you can get it done here, but it'll be served in the same type of pint glass in which any other beer you order in a "pint size" will be brought out to you -- instead of a goblet. About 60% of the selection here could be served in a regular pint glass, but the other 40% really deserve their own types of glasses. (To put it into perspective, if you're a big wine person, and you went to a place where they have a hundred wine sold in glasses, but whether you order champagne, merlot or pinot gris, they serve it in the same glass.) If you sit at the large bar, you'll have some good conversation with the bartenders who are more than happy to let you try a taste before you order any beer in a substantial size. However, if you sit at the tables, you'll be waited on by a staff that could easily trade places with your local TGIFridays or Applebee's, and you would not know the difference. Although they all can tell you what their favorite beer is if you ask them, they really are not beer people. If all you care about is to have your food brought out on time, your water refilled promptly and your drinks delivered in a speedy fashion, they get the job done... but you won't find much of a character here. The worst part for me is the decor. It is a spacious and trendy looking place, with accent lighting, open kitchen, TVs everywhere and a huge island of a bar -- you could probably get rid of the tables and the kitchen, add a dance floor and change the lighting a bit, and this could pass for an okay night club in the suburbs. However, it also feels like it doesn't really know what it wants to be -- the TVs make the place feel like a sports bar, the beer list tells me it wants to be a beer place, the kitchen tries to be Asian fusion (with mediocre results) and the ambiance could be romantic, TGIFridays, cool, vacant... depending on where you were sitting and how crowed it gets. For me, all of this is just way too distracting, and there's no feeling of intimacy or coziness. If I find myself at the Glen (for occasional movies at the Crown Theater or to meet up with friends in the suburbs), I usually end up at the Yard House. However, I don't go out of my ways to pay it a visit. Two stars (medicre) + 1 for the juggernaut of a beer list. Check it out if you find yourself in the Glenview area, have a beer you cannot absolutely find anywhere else ( yardhouse.com/beer.asp for list), or if you want a better alternative than Bennegan's or Applebee's for a drink in the area. If you want some quality beer appreciation experience, look elsewhere.
(3)Sassy P.
This is a very different neighborhood. A lot of different shops and places to go in this area. Myself, I am not a beer drinker, so I had a Mixed drink. I don't recall which one, but it was more like juice. I couldn't taste any alcohol. I've had their Walnut Pear salad and thought it was divine. I have never had one as good. I tried their mushroom burger, and found it average. Overall fun place for groups. Would go back.
(4)elizabeth n.
I'm not out in Glenview very often but I was visiting a friend when we went to the Yard House for a bite to eat before going to see a movie. The Yard House is located right in the Glen which is a cute area full of shops, restaurants, etc, and I was pleasantly surprised. I'm not the biggest fan of brewery beer but I did like the hard cider that tasted like pear- delicious! They also have really good food. I had the thai chicken lettuce wraps and my friend had the tuna which looked very good. Overall, I'd come back if I was in the area for sure.
(4)meredith t.
They get the stars for having lots of beers on tap. They also have good burgers and onion rings, and pretty good salads. A typical chain bar/restau with lots of Tvs for the sports fans, and a little too much Air Conditioning.
(3)Nilda L.
Talk about large portions! Went a friend, her 2 year old daughter and my 2 year old son. I should also mention that we're both a little 5 over months pregnant. OK, so we were looking for a place to go to after the Children's Museum across the street. We needed something with a little variety and she suggested this place. We both ordered the House salad, as a appetizer, and let me tell you it was huge. If that's and appetizer, I can't imagine how large the entree is. I also had the coconut shrimp appetizer and she had the cheeseburger. Her daughter had the macaroni and cheese and my son had the chicken strip. Again, huge plates and this was off the kids menu. My son only at one strip. But, I'm not complaining since I brought the left over chicken strips for my husband. What I was also happy with was the fact the the manager came over to point out a mistake that the kitchen had made with my friends order. She didn't even notice. He comes over and tells her that she ordered a well-done burger and got a med burger instead(remember 5 months preggo, really shouldn't be eating meat that not thoroughly cooked). We really hadn't noticed, but that was nice of him and he wrapped up the extra burger for her. I think that alone will be a reason for coming back next time we to the museum.
(4)Ali D.
The Yard House is very consistent with its service and food. It is great that the relatively sleepy suburbs have a place where you can grab a (relatively) late dinner. While the late hours are a huge perk, if you go early on a Friday, before 6PM I believe, you'll have one of the best deals ever with half off appetizers. We have gone and made meals out of a variety of appetizers, share and then head to a movie and it is down right cheap. When I have been there for dinner we generally start off with the onion ring tower and one of my favorite entrees, especially in the winter, is their turkey pot pie. It is HUGE! And very tasty.
(3)Gina M.
i really like beer, but their impressive list is a little overwhelming. usually the wait staff can choose a good one based on your likes and dislikes. food is a little pricey, but also tasty! my favorite is the turkey burger :)
(4)Skazoo M.
I have gone to the Yard House on a number of occasions, and plan to return in the future. While the floor of the Yard House is packed with tables, the high ceilings and open windows help to reduce what could otherwise be a slightly claustrophobic dining experience. However, the need for these tables quickly becomes apparent as you wait 20 minutes for a table on weeknights and up to 40 minutes on the weekend. The Yard House also offers a small, fenced-off, area on the sidewalk for outside dining for those who enjoy people-watching. If watching sports is more your interest, the Yard House has a couple of televisions spread out through the dining area --- although this is not a place I recommend for a serious sports fan to watch "the game." The major attraction of the Yard House is its outstanding beer selection --- they guarantee having at least 130 beers on tap, and often have more. While no beer is brewed on the premises, they offer a large selection of mainly microbrews, covering a wide range of styles, from pale ales to stouts. Unlike similar establishments, however, the Yard House makes few changes in its beer offerings throughout the year, with the exception of a few "seasonal" brews. Also, I've often been surprised by how very little the servers seem to know about the beers they are serving, often not even being able to broadly describe the style of a particular beer, much less being able to make a recommendation within a style. The menu selection is large and eclectic, with quite a few Asian influenced offerings among a wide range of standard "Americana" fare. Many of the appetizers (along with the similarly-priced pizzas) are large enough to stand alone as a light meal. The "Spicy Tuna Roll" is among the more innovative appetizers, served as a "stack" approximately 4 inches in diameter, rather than the traditional seaweed-wrapped bites. The heat of the wasabi is nicely offset by the avocado and cucumber and doesn't overwhelm the flavor of the tuna. Another strong offering is, surprisingly, their "Fish & Chips", which is perhaps the best "fish-fry" in the greater Northbrook area. The firm and meaty fillets are coated in a light, crunchy batter that, while adhering to American standards for taste, is somewhat reminiscent of tempura --- and is a far cry from the greasy slabs of soggy fish served at some establishments. On weekend nights the clientele is somewhat skewed towards families and it can get a little too loud for larger parties (6 or more) to converse easily. Despite this, overall, all of our dining (and drinking) experiences at the Yard House have been pleasant ones.
(4)Jess S.
With all the beers on tap, you really cant go wrong. Especially when they have the $2.50 (or was it 3$) pint night. The food is decent too. Glenview really isn't my "scene" but the crowd is pleasant enough. (I used to meet high school friends there during college breaks a couple years ago when it opened)
(4)paul s.
ok, that is the right rating for this place. it is good but not great. i enjoyed what i ate and everyone seemed to have a good time. not one person said the food was great and nobody wanted to stick around for a drink and the ambience afterwards.
(3)christine k.
i would give this place 5 stars but their prices are pretty high to me. but their buffalo wings are good as well as their egg rolls. they are def worth the try. as well as their avocado eggroll, coconut shrimp, and jambalaya
(4)Brendan M.
great appetizer deal before 6pm (50% off), fantastic beer selection, LOUD, and decent overpriced food. great for kids because you won't be able to hear them scream.
(3)Mark P.
Great draught beer selection, esp for suburbia. Could have been rated higher if not for the food, mediocre even for bar food.
(3)Allison K.
Located right in "The Glen" in Glenview. Great place for all ages, to grab some food, and for the drinker they have tons of great beers on tap. I've have been here a few times, and tried many of there dishes and appetizers. (I would describe the food as a classy version of typical bar food) The last time I was there was my most favorite time. I finally tried this unique tuna (raw) appetizer. It was like sushi, but had it's own unique twist to the dish. This place can be pricey depending on what type of meal you order and the number of cocktails you drink. FYI "The Glen" has great shopping and a movie theater right next to the Yard House. Great place for a first or second date.
(4)Ebru Y.
I have recently been to Yard House with a group of friends and I have to say I fell in love with the location right off the bat. Many of the restaurants/bars here have outside seating however they are packed constantly, so we didn't have a chance to sit outside, but sitting inside wasn't so bad since it looked pretty cool inside as well. I personally liked what I ordered, which was the chicken avocado sandwich, and my friends agreed as well. I heard a lot about to mac and cheese ^2 so I will have to try it someday! They have a huge selection of beers on tap, but I just stuck with BlueMoon since it's light and I wasn't in the mood for drinking too much. The service was very fast despite the fact that they were pretty busy, I don't believe I have seen an empty table inside until we left. Our server was polite and attentive, made sure we were happy. When it comes to prices, they are a little on the expensive side, but the portions are pretty big, you can easily go there starving and still take (for most entrees) half your food to go, so if you think of it that way, it's a good deal. If I lived close to the Glen, I would definitely be a regular here!
(5)Bianaca B.
This was my first time visiting the Yard House in Glenview. My boyfriend and I decided to stop by for dinner and drinks after a friend raved about the large selection of beers and delicious food. Upon entering we were coldly greeted by one of the hostesses. She told us it would be a 20 minute wait and when I asked if there was room at the bar, ((which I couldn't see because of the wall blocking my view))she told me she didn't know and to look for myself. Ummm OK. Luckily we walked a few feet and saw the bar and two available seats. Our bartender was Raul, he was attentive and knowledgable of the menu and beer selection. I had a house margarita and my boyfriend tried 2 of the beers Raul recommended. Margarita was ok, not the best I've had but it was decent. I can't remember the beers my boyfriend ordered but he said both were good. We decided to order the California Roll for our appetizers. Wow! I am so happy we did. First of all it is not your regular California Roll. It is one HUGE roll and definitely recommend to share. You will be too full to eat anything else if you eat this alone. I decided to go with an order of two Korean bbq tacos and my boyfriend had the bbq chicken pizza. We both loved what we orderd. Tacos tasted very authentic and meat was very tender and juicy. Overall ambience and vibe from the bar was great. Even when Raul was busy with other customers somebody was always on hand and quick to refill our waters. We had an overall great time and will definitely return to the Yard House.
(4)Bobby S.
Love this place. My favorites include: Appetizer: Coconut Shrimp, Korean Beef, Swordfish Taco. Entree: Spicy Jambalaya (all-time favorite), Vodka Shrimp Pasta, Halibut. To be honest, I have yet to have a bad experience here. About the only thing I wish they improved on is the waiting time between refills.
(4)Kristina K.
I like it when good things happen to good people, like Yard House happened to me the other night. I deserve it, right? I mean I volunteer, I recycle, I always let other drivers pass when they try to hog my lane. Bottom line is I deserve to find places like Yard House. I loved this place and everything about it. The place was packed and I got seated pretty fast considering. Actually my party was not there and they still sat me down. I ordered the Matilda. I dont get to enjoy it often as not many places have it (and the ones that do are always out, hint hint beer market). For food I got the steak salad and tomato basil soup. I loved the soup, I loved the salad, our server was great, the extra dim lights were sexy, place was full but not overly full. I really enjoyed it! I wanna go back and try the million and two beers they have on tap and all the burgers and salads. Really impressive!
(5)Howard L.
Particularly great place to stop in if you can make it in from 3-6pm, for half priced appetizers. The beer selection is always top notch anytime and we enjoyed a Doghead 90 Minute IPA (still get a pint and not goblet size despite 9.0% ABV!) and a nice Sea Dog Bluepaw blueberry ale. Note the classic sliders aren't quite half off like the other tasty appetizers, but discounted to $7.75 from regular $11.35. We had these and made a slightly early and tasty dinner of it: Kung pao calamari Spicy thai chicken pizza Chicken lettuce wraps Classic sliders (with fries)
(5)Hayley S.
Came here tonight with my mom and my cousin. It was PACKED -- on a Tuesday! They actually had a wait, luckily we got there right before the wait started. Our waitress, Sarah, was incredibly attentive and really sweet. There was a small snafu with the check (she accidentally added another table's orders to our check) but it was resolved without any damage and she was really apologetic, even though it was clearly an accident. Atmosphere is...loud. There aren't any walls or really anything to absorb the sound, so it carries. But it wasn't too bad or distracting. My mom got the jambalaya (full size) and enjoyed it. It had a nice flavor and spice (with spicy rice) to it, though it didn't look like it had much meat/protein. Our cousin got the kale caesar with shrimp and really liked it. I devoured the Southern Fried Chicken Breast. So good. I was a really annoying customer and subbed the mashed potatoes for the sweet potato pancakes (yum!) and instead of beans got some steamed veggies. Our waitress did it with no issue and I think there was only a $1 sub charge. No biggie. I wish the chicken had been spicy, but I got a side of bbq sauce and that remedied its lack of spiciness. And I didn't feel "bad" after eating this chicken, like I normally would after eating fried chicken. The healthier sides counteracted the fried-ness of the chicken and it was actually really great. Would get it again. Overall, a great dinner.
(4)Bren S.
I liked the food. Had a pleasant experience with my family there. And Kavitha, a new server, was very attentive and polite. She knew her stuff and when she didn't, she simply went and asked a superior for us. I'd definitely go again and ask for her.
(5)Nat F.
Great place to grab some simple yet elgant food and drink some beer. Food and service are great. But it can get loud, since its technically a sports bar.
(4)Amy K.
Went for lunch with a friend and her daughter after some play time at the Kohl's Children Museum. The service was good and quick [which is helpful with small children]. The kid's menu is actually the reason that this place gets 4 stars. The food is fine but the kid's menu is extensive and I really like the options of sides. My daughter decided on the mac'n'cheese but then also go edamame for her side. My friend's daughter got the burger and some fruit. I liked that they had lots of options for the kiddies, and they brought out their food when it was ready. I got the lunch combo, which was good. A personal sized bbq chicken pizza and then a Cesar side salad. Plenty of food for one individual. My friend got the bah-mi and a cup of soup. She said it was pretty good as well. We also got the chips and guac for a starter. I really enjoyed that; they topped the guac with the mexican crumble cheese which was a nice salt bite to the app. Also it was topped with lots of chips.The girl was also really nice and gave us more chips to take the guac home. All in all a good option for a quick bite to eat in the area. Something more than just a sandwich but not too expensive compared to a few other options.
(4)Louise M.
A chain restaurant that chained me. That's Yard House. Surprisingly, I was so bummed that I didn't or couldn't go there tonight when it was in my close proximity. I found a big urge of wanting to go! Like it's calling my name!! I heard of Yard House because many of my male friends always suggested this place for get togethers. Knowing that it is popular due to the beer selections, I always thought it's a more guy bar type place to hang out and watch sport. Turned out, it is sorta family friendly, though I was still right about the beers, the male domination, and the sport watching. However, there was more to it. The food was actually not bad at all and the menu was so eclectic and huge. First time I was at one of these was in St. Louis Park, Minnesota on a sorta first date. I forgot my purse and was mortified that I didn't have any means to pay or having any sort of ID. They wouldn't serve me which I understood. They were nice about it but sticking to the rules. We left trying our luck somewhere else and good thing he was nice and was a gentleman about me being an airhead and walked out the house without my purse. Oups. It was enough to get me intrigued about Yard House since I saw a couple things I wanted to try but couldn't cuz.. Y'know..apparently I looked young enough to be carded. I was in Illinois for thanksgiving and my good friend Danno was also in town from NYC for the holiday. He suggested Yard House. Never failed! I agreed because of the unfulfilled desire last time. It was great to see him after at least a year especially all my thanksgiving plans went awry and we got this accomplished on a whim. I tried the pear cider I wanted to try last time and also the Allagash white ale. Dan was surprised I was drinking beers. Since I have been out with my Yelper friends, I just started enjoying beers a lot more. I liked the two glasses I had. My bro in law talked about Allagash before as it was from Maine I believe, where he went to school. I loved it. Dan was sticking to a beer called Anti Hero. He seemed to really liked it. Too bitter for me. We also ordered calamari and chicken nachos. They were alright. No gripes to write. We had a lot of fun catching up. I didn't think this was a pick up place but my chick magnet friend got a lot of attention from the ladies. However, Dan was also a perfect gentleman. however, it was amusing to say the least! Lol. It was a good time with great drinks and snacks at Yard House. I didn't forget my purse this time but I still didn't pay so I didn't really know if it was overpriced or just right. A couple of things I don't enjoy was it was too loud and it was kinda dark. The service was just okay but not at all terrible. Like I said, I want to come back! Next time, I want to try more of their beers like the honey weiss type as well as the lambic. Boy, did I want to go today because it is right there! Maybe I will still get lucky. The weekend is not yet over.
(4)Keith H.
I love the Yard House. My favorite draft is the Belgian Tripel. It's ridiculous. I've only come during Happy Hour and only ever ordered one thing every single time I've come, but it's just a good solid place to eat before or after a movie.
(5)Rachel F.
+1 ... for all those amazing beerzzz. Beers for days! And obscure stuff. Beer nerd stuff. Green Flash Le Freak? Yes please, and I did. Love the commitment to craft and to the rocking both breadth and depth with the selection. -1 ... somewhat awkward/cold/
(3)Anooj S.
Everytime I've come here it has been during their happy hour. They have great food and beer selection. The service is always great and I really enjoy getting the server's suggestions on new beers. I would suggest getting the chicken nachos. In addition, they have some great vegetarian options such as the gardein chicken wings.
(4)Allan P.
How do you have an awesome time at the Yard House? Well, sit right down, grab a beer, & lemme fill you in! The perfect time at this wonderland of brews can be had in five simple steps. 1.) Sit at the bar! Yes, among the many reasons to visit the Yard House, the most important one is the booze. With a ridiculous amount of beers for you to guzzle & an impressive array of top-shelf liquor, you're sure to stay pleasantly sauced during your stay. The other reason is because the bartenders are very good people, making sure your glass never stays empty. 2.) Have a beer flight! They are very good at putting together a staging of beers that complement each other very nicely. This is also the most cost-effective way to drink your way through the menu without ending up driving the porcelain bus later on. 3.) Do not order a steak! (or any type of beef that requires any degree of doneness.) The kitchen staff is incapable of telling a medium-rare steak from a piece of toast. When you get the steak it will be tough & gamey, no matter how you ordered it. I once attempted to order a rare steak, just to see what happened. I ended up with a well-done piece of leather. This is a bar, eat bar food for god's sake! You want beef? Go to Jameson's Charhouse or Wildfire for dinner. 4.) Ask for a recommendation! The staff is very good at letting you know what drink goes with what food. You most definitely don't want to end up with a beer or martini that makes your fish & chips taste like shoe polish. 5.) Park in the garage behind the restaurant! Do not try to fight the soccer moms & luxury-car goofballs for the front spaces. You can't even park there that long, so who wants to worry about their car while they're having a good time? The Yard House is definitely good to stop off for a beer with some buddies, or a quick bite to eat. They have happy hour specials which are a good value (3p to 6p & 10p to close). It's definitely worth checking out at least once.
(3)Karolina T.
My cousin invited us out to Yard House during one of the day Blackhawks games. Although this place is a bar, they seemed really family friendly. The staff was very attentive and all the food that passed our table looked really good. I liked a lot of the items on the menu and ended up ordering their signature mac and cheese as well as onion ring tower and tomato bisque. The onion rings and sauces that it comes with are awesome, especially for a group! And the mac and cheese was really good, with a lot of pieces of bacon and mushroom. I would definitely come back here again if I am in the area because there was a bunch of pasta options as well as french onion soup on the menu that I wanted to really try.
(4)Courtney K.
I love this place, it is one of my favorites in the greater chicago area. My family has been coming here for years and we are never dissapointed. Their menu is so extensive so you can visit multiple times and have very different meals. They even have a whole gardein/tempeh section of the menu for vegetarians, which is not something I see often. I came here last Sunday with my sister and we split an ahi poke appetizer which was very large, fresh fish, and overall delicious. For entrees I tried the porcini crusted halibut...SO amazing! The fish was seasoned very well with a delicious mushroom sauce, and also came with parmesan mashed potatoes AND bok choy! My sister got the pepper crusted filet which I tried, and it was very good and also came with mashed potatoes. In the past I have gotten their garlic seafood pasta and tacos and loved them too. It is an upscale sports bar and there are plenty of TVs to watch whatever game is on. Yard house is the best!
(5)Lloyd M.
Not bad but nothing special. Met a friend/co-worker and had a pleasant evening. I felt the waitress was rushing us to order more drinks, though, which is never great. I started with French Onion Soup. It was nice but not at the same level as nearby Wildfire. For the main course, I had a burger with cheddar and bacon. It was a nice burger, actually quite good. Came with very thin shoestring potatoes that were great. Overall, a solid meal with mediocre service.
(3)Shammy S.
Great food great service good portions where can u go wrong? No wait during the day, nights get packed especially weekends, typical.
(5)Jessica D.
Came in for a business group lunch. Really great vibe and friendly staff, amazing menu (one of each please!). And if that doesn't blow you away, check the huge collection of beers on tap. Sports on screens, casual but fun vibe. Will be back again soon!
(4)Ryan M.
Pretty good food. Very good service, busy place though. Plenty of beers on tap. And place was fairly well kept. Not too pricey but not cheap.
(4)Kiran H.
My past review talked about how great this place was, besides the burgers. I was here recently and had such a great time that I reminded myself to update this. The burger I had was fantastic! Cooked to a perfect medium. I'm also a fan of the new presentation of their burgers. Not as fancy but I liked it better. As always, the drinks were strong and the service was great. I always expect a wait (this place is super popular), but it's never that long. The host's estimates are always on point. I'm glad to have this place as a staple "go-to" restaurant, as it literally has no flaws at this point.
(5)Emily F.
Good comfort/American food and pretty good service. Only went once and would go back.
(4)Gin G.
Why a place like this doesn't take reservations is beyond me. The food is just ok. Why people choose to wait hours to eat at this place is ridiculous. If we don't get seated right away we go somewhere else in the mall. Tons of other places to eat with better food n prices!! My son loves sweet potato fries so that's all he ever gets. I liked their adult Mac n cheese. But too rich to eat the whole thing. Gotta eat it as a side dish.
(2)Jaquie K.
I really love this place they seriously have everything. I'm not a drinker but the selection is huge. Happy hour OMG all the best apps for extremely cheap ahhhmazing. I have been here a bunch of times and try something new each time and I am NEVER disappointed.
(5)Dave P.
Returned to Yard House after an average first experience and what a difference. The egg rolls were fantastic and extremely flavorful and the house IPA had a nice bite to it. The Hawaii Burger with pineapples was innovative and the different tastes within it worked well together. Good classic rock played in the background, and the atmosphere seemed kid-friendly without being too loud or chaotic. Waitress was friendly, prompt, and accommodating. Food was served on time and the pricing was very reasonable. Nice job Yard House!
(4)George S.
Have been visiting the yard house since they first opened in the Glen. I'm a bit disappointed in recent visits. First night the third person to come to our table took our orders for food and drinks. I asked if they were drawing straws in the kitchen. Should not take more than 10 min for someone to at least take beverage order. Second visit a few days later took 8 minutes for server to find us. Because of earlier visit I timed from seating. Tuna crunch salad and turkey pot pies were good. Management needs to get service back under control. We visit the BOCA RATON location frequently and would give them 4 stars. Young crowd and young families. Reasonable prices.
(3)Rusty M.
The menu is super over whelming. Whether you're ordering food or beer, there's too much to choose from. I opted out of ordering a beer because our waitress was pressuring us for an order. Which leads me to also say, our waitress seemed annoyed to be serving us, she came to check on us before the food arrived, after the fact, we didn't see her until our meal was finished. I order some kind of Parmesan herb fries, my fries arrived plain. When the waitress came back at the end of the meal, I told her about them and she said "I won't charge you for them" no apology or anything. I also have to say she sighed a lot, and rolled her eyes. She had no suggestions on what to order other that saying "the mac & cheese is good" as I said before-the menu is huge. There's a lot to look at.. And she only suggests the mac & cheese? Strange. The restaurant has a lot to offer, maybe with someone who actually likes her job, we could have taken more away from it.
(2)Ina B.
First time here and not a good experience. Appetizer's playe were not cleared from the table Everthing was spicy and the street tacos were not a good choice. Fish n fries was ok, although the sauces - tartar and thousand island- were hot and vinegry, respectively. Atmosphere is good, nice music. Heard the have a large beer selection. Didn't go for drinks this time.
(2)Chris N.
Yard House would be what I'd affectionately describe as a sports bar for yuppies. It's The general area is one where many executives and high net worth people live. The restaurant itself is located in 'The Glen' which is an assembly of stores that make up a nice outdoor shopping village. It is a dimly lit spot where people who work nearby love to congregate after work while the traffic on either 94 or 294 dies down(read: if you arrive between say 4-6 be prepared for a possible wait). The decor bends toward the higher end however they eschew any pretentious water features or ornate paintings for nicely sized flat screen HD t.v.s so that you can catch the game and enjoy the company of those you came with simultaneously. The cuisine is also something that distinguishes them as well. They have some interesting food choices which are decidedly more sophisticated than say your average Champs or Buffalo Wild Wings. I personally like the Spicy Thai Chicken Pizza and the fancy smancy(sorry, I can't recall the actual name) egg rolls. Of course, it wouldn't be a sports place if you couldn't get some good tap or craft beer and hot wings, which they do have and are tasty also. They do have killer happy-hour specials where in many cases you can get the full portion of items for say $6-$7, like that aforementioned Spicy Thai pizza....hint, hint.... All said, I like Yard house. Its fancy enough to enjoy a nice date -maybe not the first one but it could be. It's also has a common enough feel that you could go with the bros and catch the game. I've been several times at different times of the day and it's always a cool atmosphere. So if you've graduated from the juvenile theme of places like hooters, this is a really nice spot to check out just for a decent meal or to catch a game.
(3)A N.
This place is so nice on the outside and inside There food is delicious I got there steak and shrimp which was really good and they had good costumer service the waitress was so nice I would definitely come back to grab a bite to eat
(5)Mallory S.
For a chain restaurant and what it is this place is 5 stars!! Onion rings are awesome they done fall out of the batter like most places and calamari is very good. Burgers were the best part excellent burgers for the price. Cooked perfect and fresh!! We has the regular cheese burger, lamb burger, and Gorgonzola burger. Will definitely come back for food and drinks! 80 bucks for three beers two appetizers and three entrees is awesome for the quality of food!
(5)Jack G.
Only been for lunch but have a good pizza and soup deal for $10. Good value, good service, and good food
(4)Daryl G.
Been here twice, never again. This is the worst tasting most over-priced junky food ever. Sticky tables, slow service and management that could care less about your dining experience. We both ordered the fish of the day, one broiled the other one with a nut crusted sweet cloying syrupy sauce. We couldn't decide which one tasted worse. Yard House = Yard Waste.
(1)Christina M.
The place is huge, great for groups and kids. The menu has a ton of variety and a ton of small snacks plus entrees. We ordered the lettuce wraps, coconut shrimp and turkey pot pie. Lettuce wraps were spicy, came with three sauces which were delicious, a peanut, soy and sweet and sour. The shrimp was great, very crispy on the outside with a ton of shrimp meat on the inside and it comes with a shredded spicy papaya salad.
(5)Richard Y.
My family voted to have dinner here to celebrate a milestone and who am I to argue given the very close proximity to the house and the reliable food and drink. Service: 5 stars! Despite the throng of people, we were seating in the promised time (15 min), and the server was at the table as soon as we sat! Refills were done proactively, the app and entrees came out in a timely way, and paying was a breeze. Nice job by Joanne. Food: 3.5 stars. The chicken lettuce wraps 4, calamari 3 (too greasy and too many tentacles vs. rings), steak sandwich 3.5 (one totally gristle bite and wimpy portion of beef), kids pizza 4, southern fried chic, 4, carnitas tacos 3.5 (rice too spicy). Pint of Blue Moon 5 (can't mess this up with slice of orange) Atmosphere: 4 stars. Nice vibe. If the table weren't so sticky, a 5. Value: 3.5. It almost felt like being in Old Pasadena
(4)Brad H.
huge selection of food - remarkably good quality for a bar
(4)Caitlin B.
Yardhouse holds a place in my heart. I'd probably give it 3.5 stars, but since I was just there earlier this week, I'm feeling generous and will round up. I used to come here often when I worked nearby at a big corporate park. I was one of the zillion 20-something new grads there, and we all worked from 8:00-4:00 so we had more of an evening to enjoy, and that was timed PERFECTLY to meet at Yardhouse for their amazing happy hour and complain about work. Happy hour is still amazing here, but now that I work in Evanston and love my job, I don't tend to make it here in time, but if you can, you should. Their appetizers are all delicious, and 50% between 4:00-6:00 PM. That, coupled with the amazing beer selection, means that you could be extremely hungry and leave here having only paid about $20 to be full of food and couple of drinks. The service here can be a bit spotty (especially when it's crowded), but the food is pretty solid across the board, and the beer list rocks. I know this is a chain, but it has a much less chain-y feel than Chili's or Applebees. Also, they play oldies non-stop, and I happen to really enjoy that.
(4)Osh N.
Consistently excellent food and service. They serve beer-appropriate but not bar food; gastropub style. The poke stack is epic. ( Tip: ask them to add diced tomato). The house Trippel and bourbon barrel quad are amazing. A small wish is to add a true Flemish sour (Duchesse De Bourgogne maybe?) to round out the Belgian side of the beer menu. Again, good form YH.
(5)Shelley K.
I love this place. they cater to your random requests (which I have many of)... and overall their food is amazing. I get burgers, pasta, salads, I have probably tried all of the appetizers at least once... everything has been good.
(5)Kristin D.
Extensive beer menu and drink menu. Satisfies people's varied tastes. My friends and I tried a couple of the beer cocktails. We ordered the Jack & Ginger, Dreamsicle, and the Sunburn. All were excellent. I also tried an Upper Manhattan. Not sure why I did since I'm not a whiskey drinker. It was strong but I liked it. We love the Hot & Spicy edamame and the spinach dip. The edamame is quite addicting. Entrees are tasty. Good flavors, nice presentation. Service is kind of slow. Not sure why. We waited more than 40 minutes for our food to arrive due to a snafu. But management was quick to remedy the situation. The fast response by managers was greatly appreciated. I'm pretty sure we will be back to try out more of the drinks and food.
(4)Isabella K.
I love this place! I have been here quite a few times, and each time I am pleased with my decision of going. While the drive is a bit for me coming from Chicago, the free parking and the food, totally worth it for a date night. They have a generous beer selection, which to me and my significant other means a lot. I also enjoy their wine and cocktail list. My favorite drink of choice would be the Escalade, it is amazing, and I am not one to usually go for mixed drinks. They have a great menu as well. Their appetizer list is pretty neat, calamari, mini burgers, its a great selection in my opinion. I love their bacon burger, I mean come on who does not love bacon. Even now, sitting here and thinking back on the times I have been there, to celebrate my first interview for a job, to getting the job, and even later on to just go there. It quickly has become my place of choice for a great meal and great service. Quick tip of advice, we always try to call about 15-20 minutes before arriving, to see if there is a wait, and if there is- then to have our name placed on the seating list so that we can have a table when we arrive.
(5)Amy H.
I've never had a bad experience here. Everything on their menu is good. I've tied the cheeseburger, Mac and Cheese, grilled cheese and tomato bisque. It's just flavorful, fatty goodness. The service is superb and the pricing is just right. Also, in the summer, there is outdoor seating so you can enjoy the outside breeze.
(5)Alison M.
Came here to celebrate a birthday dinner with ~30 people and it was a very nice choice. The staff were very accommodating to all of us and our server was very skilled in taking all orders, delivering the food, and organizing all the checks. Everything at this restaurant tastes great. Sandwiches and burgers range from $10-$13. I'd recommend the Mac & Cheese or the Cuban Roast Pork Dip. Very dim lighting that makes the environment intimate, but the bar in the middle of the restaurant & TVs stationed across all sides, makes the vibe casual. Whether you're on a date, or simply grabbing a bite with your family, Yard House is a great for all occasions.
(4)Eric S.
Always have a great time here. Service is awesome food is amazing. And it's not to pricey. Especially when u come during half price appetizers. Love this place. And love all the beer choices!!!
(5)Rafael C.
Definitely one of Glenview's nicest places to hang around in. They have plenty of food options and many beers on tap. It was a pleasant surprised coming here for a co-worker's final goodbye. We took advantage of the happy hour specials which made it such a nice bargain considering I find the place a bit pricey but manageable. There wasn't a good deal on drinks but the half priced apps were pretty good. The Moo Shu Egg Rolls with the apple ginger plum sauce rocks! Besides having lots of beer on tap, I was happy to see a few options for cider even though they can use more. The mixed drinks were good as well. I shall return for sure but for now I'll keep it to happy hour.
(3)Craig F.
We decided to go the Yard House with a few friends for my wife's birthday. Things started out great. Quick seating. Good beer selection. Then we ordered. The service was severely lacking because we were in the middle of a server transition (he wanted to go on break because he was closing). He stopped by to give us our drinks and take our order. We received our drinks and proceeded to wait 45 minutes for our food. This wouldn't have been that big a deal, but the no server ever came back to check on us and ask to refill our empty glasses. On numerous occasions we asked passing servers if they could find our lost server, but to no avail. We ended up going to the bar ourselves to get drinks. This is a birthday dinner and we wanted to celebrate. Finally, our food shows up and it's a little more than warm. But we moved past that. Our server returned and we ordered another round... it never came. So when when the check came I decided to do something I never do, tip low. Which I did, 8%. If I ever do go to the Yard House again, I'll sit at the bar. At least I know my service will be great because I'll be doing it.
(2)Matt V.
Favorite restaurant in Glenview. I have gone their quite a few times and everything is consistent--food and service. Most of all, I love the beer selection!
(5)Unbiased R.
The following comments were from Yard House in response to my initial review: ---------- Hi Unbiased, We are very sorry to learn that we prepared your burger incorrectly! We wish our team would have remade it for you or replaced it with something else. When time allows, please contact us at guestservices@yardhouse..... Kindest Regards, Carrie C. ---------- It's super cool that Yard House cares what its customers think. SUPER COOL! Thanks!!! On a side note, I generally don't send food back. I worked in the foodservice biz for a number of years, and I'd rather walk away less than satisfied than have something nasty done to whatever I'm going to eat. Definitely not saying that they do this at Yard House, but it's always a possibility at ANY establishment when food is sent back to the kitchen with a complaint.
(3)Kris L.
I'd give it 3.5 stars really. Pretty busy place, walked in on a Friday night and was told it would be about a 20-25 min wait but were seated in 10. Always nice. They have an extensive menu so it may be good to have an idea of want you want before going. Beer menu seemed pretty good but I opted for a skinny margarita which was delish. The restaurant was pretty big and pretty loud, service was ok, and food was decent. Nothing blew me away. Might be a good place to stop if we were in the area, however I don't think we'd make a special trip just to come here.
(3)Dylan H.
Initially, the selection of beer listed on their site is what brought me in. Their menu is huge, and I always feel bad for the cooks/chef when I see that. However, my Hawaiian burger was phenomenal (there is something in the Aloha sauce). I washed it down with a Two Brothers Cane and Ebel, and it was equally delightful. I will definitely be back.
(4)Jonathan C.
This is a solid bar for Glenview. There are just a few things that make it a 3 star place in my book . First while they do have a section of beers, It was quite hard to find something unique that I would want. I wanted a Maibock ( beeradvocate.com/beer/st… ), which is traditionally a style of beer that is brewed and ready to drink in May. They only had Rogue Dead Guy Ale. While this is a solid beer, it is probably the most popular Maibock I can think of. I would have thought that in May they would have an additional seasonal Maibock and not just their standard everyday one. Secondly, I thought the prices were a little high for pretty standard, nothing fancy apps. A plate of nachos here was more money than a huge bowl of mussels and thing of fries at the Hop Leaf (I compare this place to Hop Leaf since they are both beer bars). The chicken wings here were an order of 12 for like $12. If I'm paying such inflated prices at a bar, I want something interesting or creative to eat. Another concern of mine was that they can no longer serve yard sticks of beer. WTF Glenview, you're forcing them to not serve what they are supposed to. But unless you're planning to do some serious chugging a yard of beer is pointless since it will get warm on you. But its hard to expect much character and awesomeness out of a chain bar..... oh well it had promise, just could not deliver.
(3)Bill M.
I was "kidnapped" by my +1 and taken to Yard House, which is apparently one of her fave places on her home turf. This is part of a chain I had never heard of previously. We came on a Monday evening and the place was doing brisk business. Supposedly there is always a wait at peak weekend times, even though the place seems cavernous. There are numerous TV's set to different sporting events, so pick the game you want to watch, or not. The place has a good beer selection but we did not try any. I ordered a plate of "bearnaise" sliders with some shoestring fries, not bad actually. There are no real bargains on the menu, unless you hit some happy hour specials.
(4)mauricio o.
my server was the last person on earth i would ever want representing my own business. It is a shame that someone so lethargic and despondent is actually paid to interact with people. This girl was a plain jane all the way around. like the least special person to ever greet a table. anyways thank the restaurant heavens that she went home and this guy took over. The male server was courteous and polished, while still remaining genuine. The overall experience was a let down though compared to other yard house restaurants. turkey burger was over salted. fries were skimpy. and there were so many confused employees running around. With the inconsistencies they showed in the few hours i was there, I couldn't imagine a single reason to go back.
(1)Rick F.
Cool workers. Fun place with kids. Also fun with the guys cool beer :) I'm here 2 times a week after that across the street happy time @ cup of cake :)
(5)Arie W.
Yard House has the best selection of beers, too many that I don't know if I'll ever get to try every single one, but it always keeps it interesting when I go. I think that's probably the only great thing I can say about Yard House. The food there is decent at best, but there is not a single item on the menu that I ever look forward to eating, not to mention that it's overpriced. The best time to come would be during their happy hour: after work or after 10pm when appetizers are half price. Within the Glen, I'll admit this is probably the restaurant I go to the most (aside from Potbelly's), strictly because of the beer selection and it has a lot of TV's to watch multiple sports games. This location also has a ton of seating so there usually is no wait for a table.
(3)Mariam R.
Stopped by after we saw Les miserable last night and wow! Was a surprised with the selection of beers and the quality of food. I ordered the halibut with asparagus in a creamy mushroom sauce. My husband had a simple cheeseburger and their special truffle fries. It was delicious! Will be back and definitely want to come for happy hour.
(5)Janice M.
A good trendy place to hang out. Yard House offers amazing selections on beer. This restaurant has served as meet up place with my fellow high school friends whenever I make it back to Norhtbrook. I have been here for both dinner and lunch, and they seem to always be busy. Their food here is decent. To be honest, I don't remember much of what I had and how good it was but I do remember that they had good beer. lol. I will be sure to write another review when I go home for Thanksgiving.
(4)Roy H.
Half priced appetizers during happy hour, over 100 beers on tap. It gets a little busy sometimes and waits can be long. But it is a very fun place to go with a big group. Great food, though a bit expensive.
(3)Stephen R.
besides having over 100 beers, this place blows. The food is bar food which is the same everywhere but it is always absolutely jammed. It succeeds because there is nowhere else to go up in glenview and the burbs. If you are that hard up for a beer and burger I guess this is your spot, otherwise it the steak and shake and buy a 6 pack at 7-11.
(2)Chris D.
Five stars alone for the half-priced appetizers from 3-6 p.m., with several vegetarian options. The Gardein "beef" sliders and wings were awesome, as were the thin-cut fries that came with the sliders. We also tried the oinion ring tower and cheese dip. Yum! I was in the mood for a fruity beer, and the server was kind enough to bring us samples to taste. The St. Louis Framboise was excellent.
(5)Kevin O.
I am actually a big fan of this place. For Appetizers I recommended the Onion Ring Tower or the pecan salad bother are excellent. main course wise the Pizza's pretty good and their burgers are also really nice and juicy. I am looking forward to going to this place next year when I'm 21 because they have a huge selection of beer on tap. Otherwise I recommend the Lemonade with sugar on the brim is really good. Usually this place is always busy on a weekend night like a Friday or Saturday night but there is a big parking garage nearby so parking's not a problem. It's also a great place to stop after or before seeing a movie which is right next door.
(5)Akta D.
I really like this place. The location is superb since it is right next to the movie theater. The food is great. Being a vegetarian and actually finding choices with meat substitutes is great. Their Gardein wings are so good, but the Gardien Thai Chicken pizza is my absolute favorite. Along with that the lettuce wraps are some of the best. This place also introduced me to a variety of beers so I love trying new beers there. The biggest downfall is that I wish the waiters new a little more about beer and also if they had customizable beer flights.
(4)Joshua N.
Yard House is part of a chain of about 8 restaurants and to my knowledge is the only one in the area. They manage to stay pretty well away from the pitfalls of the huge chains, namely having bad food and zombie-like service, while managing to offer some of the things that we love about them, like sprawling menus and absurdly inexpensive happy-hour appetizer specials. Every weekday from 3-6PM, a large selection of appetizers, pizzas, and sliders are available for half price. They have what appears to be 5 dozen beers on tap and pump their huge dining room full of classic rock, so expect a pretty big after work crowd during the week.
(4)Anita M.
If I originally reviewed Yard House a couple years ago I'd say its definitely got 4 star potential. However over time I've begun to put this place further and further back in the list of places to go back to. A couple days ago I returned with a couple friends and took advantage of their happy hour. After placing our order and getting the food, our server made a comment along the lines of "you think you guys got enough food?" I'm not sure whether I should be embarrassed or laugh out loud?! Either way its not a comment you expect from a server in my opinion. I also found it funny that throughout the meal we felt very rushed yet when we were ready to check out our server asked if we would mind that he takes and puts the order in for a large table. We didn't mind but found it ironic. Anyway, this place is a little pricey so I would only go for the happy hour
(2)Doris D.
This goes out to all the suburban haters: The Yardhouse rules. The music rocks (classic rock!), the portions are huge, the service is super quick and it's half price (huge portion) apps from 3-6 every day. HUGE beer selection. Yes, parking sucks, so go park by my house! One star down because they were out of bbq ribs (yes i know, I am sorry, I try to be a vegetarian every single day of my life and fail at it miserably). You go, the Glen.
(4)Becky P.
I think, if you are a bartender in a "beer bar", that you should know what you're talking about. When I know more about beer than you do....mmmm....not looking too good. Now, the food here is very tasty, but I think a little on the expensive side. Last time, we went during Happy Hour, and that was great, especially if your on a budget.
(3)Andy J.
So many beers on tap it would even make the Angry Frenchman happy. Wait, the Angry Frenchman will never be pleased. I've only had one visit but I'm s fan. Waitress was fun, whitty and attentive (also smoking hot). The food was good and served in large portions. If you go you need to try a beer float. I had the double coffee stout float and it far exceeded my expectations.
(4)Christiana S.
I've been working in the NW 'burbs for about 3 months now, and the Yard House has quickly become my go-to spot for lunch. I LOVE LOVE LOVE it. The food here is phenomenal (think upscale bar food). My favorite is probably the orange chicken, but I'm also partial to the bernaise sliders and spinach artichoke dip. And my favorite co-worker swears by the turkey pot pie, which is literally a good 12 inches wide. (Amazingly, I've seen her finish this massive pot pie, which is impressive considering she weighs about 100 pounds soaking wet.) This place has a massive selection of beer, and you can actually order it by the yard. What's better than that? They also make a beer float for dessert, which is made with a chocolate stout and vanilla ice cream. It sounds kind of gross, but trust me when I say it is totally and absolutely delicious. The servers are always pleasant (and the host/hostess will usually wait for you to take off your coat and sit down before throwing a menu at you, which is always nice). The decor is like an upscale sports bar. The televisions can be a little distracting (even with the sound off), but at least I'm usually able to catch up on my ESPN watching during lunch. This place also does large groups well even though they don't have a private room; my department had our Christmas luncheon here this past year, and everyone left happy. And as far as the most tell-tale sign of well-run restaurant goes: the bathrooms here are immaculate. Definitely worth a visit.
(5)Holly G.
I love the food, chicken sandwich is amazing. Unbelievable selection of beer. Great people.
(5)Scott H.
I've always really wanted to love Yard House out in 'Pleasantville,' but tonight finally made me swear myself off the place. Sat down with my wife after a busy day of taking care of business and was eager to reward ourselves with a couple IPA's and an onion tower while watching the Bears game. We enjoy the (usually) better service at the bar so we saddled up and were promptly greeted. We soon had beers in hand and didn't have to wait too long for our barkeep to return and take our food order. Then we waited. At least 30 minutes for apps in a half-empty restaurant? Then when we finally noticed our order bathed in light under the heatlamp, we waited another 10 minutes while a half a dozen servers and the manager hung out and chatted five feet away from us while they watched the clock. I finally reminded one of the bartenders that we could see our food and hoped to be able to eat it soon. She found someone to bring out the food, but alas the rings were somewhere between lukewarm and chilly at this point. We picked at them for a bit until someone took notice and offered to put in another order 'since they don't take that long.' Sure enough we had a new order of rings in front of us in five minutes (what took so long the first time?). A few minutes into our appetizer, the second bartender who checked on our order interrupted us with 'Hey, I'm leaving soon, can I cash you out?' Sure, whatever. Very, very rude, I'm in the middle of my food and I guess I'm being cut off. We settled up and gave a decent tip since I hoped our initial bartender would see at least some of it. We finished up and decided to leave early in the second half instead of opening a new tab. We asked for a manager and explained that the bartender's greed in asking for us to cash out (to get her tip) led us to decide to cut our visit short and head somewhere else for the remainder of the game. He seemed to 'get it' and I hope he had a talk with the bartender in question. Not sure that I care in any case. So, the subpar service and the fact that this place is quite overpriced (see my prior review) will lead my hard-earned dollar to a more attentive restaurant. We should be supporting the local mom 'n' pops instead of corporate chains anyway, so I guess I've learned my lesson. Off to Meier's Tavern.
(1)Sue K.
This place was so great that I don't even know where to start. Our waitress was phenomenal. She recommended great beers and the best way to order our food. She was friendly, honest, and even brought us empty beer bottles when we wanted to play a card game. I ordered a mixed beer: Guiness and Blue Moon. It was great. It tasted like a lighter Guiness with a hint of Blue Moon ..but I guess the name just states what I poorly described. They have tons of beers on tap, and although they were out of several that we wanted, our waitress was sure to recommend other similar ones. We were there for half price appetizers, so we ordered the chicken nachos. Since I don't eat chicken, it was put on the side. Our waitress recommended we get the chips on the side, and it came out to be like chips and dip. It was a great idea, and much better than had it been all mixed together. Although it wasn't the best chips and dip ever, it was good. It was similar to bar food. Parking is simple, as it is located at the Glen and there's a parking lot. The atmosphere was also nice. Very clean, dim lighting, and tv screens everywhere to watch the sports games you want. It's definitely a place to check out if you're a huge beer fan, and although it's a bit on the expensive side, it is pretty delicious.
(4)Caitlin G.
Confession: I kind of LOVE the suburbs. In fact, it's more than love... I kind of am OBSESSED with the suburbs. I have to refrain from jumping in my car and driving beyond the city limits most Saturday mornings and afternoons. When I give into cul de sac and strip mall temptation, however, I am always pleased when I find myself near the Yard House for dinner. Despite being in The Glen, which can be a bit overwhelmingly for even the biggest suburbiaphile, this spot has a cozy and warm feeling that is perfect for wintry months. The beer selection is fantastic, and the food is tasty. Burgers are always a solid choice, as are the steaks. (I'm a lady who likes cow, apparently.) Watch out for the onion rings--deadly delicious! If you're trying to eat dinner here, be sure to allow time in you schedule for a wait. In the meantime, vulture by the bar and snag a free seat when you can for another yummy brew.
(5)Christian A.
This is my new spot! The food was incredible and oh so many drink selections. I had the Hawaiian burger which delicious! Then I had their strongest beer. It was superb. Great atmosphere and the prices were fair. Definitely coming back.
(5)Elizabeth R.
I really wish I could say that I had nearly as good of an experience as the rest of the Yelpers on here but sadly The Yard House was just plain awful. First off I live just west of the City so a 30 minute trip was made just to go to this place. My roommate (who has been to many of the other Yard Houses in other states) had been ranting and raving about the food and beer here for weeks so he's the one who convinced me to even bother with a trip to the suburbs. Right from the start the place had the feeling of a cheap restaurant made to look fancy. Lots of seating which is good but very much reminded me of the Old Country Buffet that my parents took me too as a child. When we first walked in there were about 4 hosts chit chatting and not paying any mind to us so as my friend found us table I went to the washroom. Bathroom was disgusting and not cleaned and all of the faucets seemed broken but then again maybe they weren't since they were the auto-start kind. It seriously took me about 5 minutes to rinse all of the soap off my hands since so little water came out. Not happy. OK, OK, OK so at this point I know someone is going to read this and think I am a brat but please keep reading!!! So our waitress takes about 15 minutes before she bothers to comes over and take our order. Oh and at this place you need to request water, they do not just bring it like most restaurants which I am all for, lets be green people! This is where the problems begin: Problem 1: when we do ask for water she never brings it. Problem 2: she does not bring the necessary items to eat (plates, forks, etc.) until asked Problem 3: never once clears the table so we have plates everywhere the entire meal Problem 4: seems to forget about us (mind you the place is empty) Problem 5: she smelled terrible! i'm talking so bad that even with her standing at the foot of our booth our entire table could smell her!!! So besides the cheap decor and horrible staff I am hoping the food will blow my mind...so very, very wrong I was. So there is 3 of us and we take advantage of the half off appetizers and based off my roommates recommendation we order the following: -spicy tuna rolls -calamari -blue crab cakes -jamaican jerk chicken wings -fire cracker wings All of these items are sub par at best and for what they normally charge outside of happy hour I would be very, very disappointed if I had paid full price. I'm not sure if it was the cook that day or if the items weren't fresh since it was the day after the 4th or if the people who eat here have never had good seafood or wings before but it was just terrible. I do see from the other reviews that the sliders and salads are very good but since I did not try this and I have no intention of ever going back this place only gets 1 star and that's only because they do have a huge beer selection on tap. All and all unless you live near this place there are hundreds of better places to eat then The Yard House.
(1)Conly D.
Put simply, happy hours! They have remarkable happy hour specials! Half off their apps and pizza. Wow! Not to mention they have over 100 beers on tap, how can you go wrong?! Granted, I live across the street and can walk over whenever I like, but it's always packed in there and the quality of food is great! FYI - Be sure to bring your ID, regardless of your age as they card very hard there.
(4)Kimbele S.
a truly sucky suburban bar/restaurant. 1) no prices next to their extensive beer list. the reason for this was explained to me by our waitress: 'due to the change in market prices (?!), we don't print prices as they change frequently.' this isn't lobster, people. i was very tempted to ask for individual prices for every beer on the menu. 2) after asking if they had any specials, the waitress responded that they have no drink specials, as they are 'illegal in the state of illinois'. she was clearly confused by this portion of the illinois happy hour law: "Reducing or fluctuating prices during the licensed premises' normal operating hours (from opening until closing). Prices must be the same for all customers, for all purchases for the whole day." ok, fine. in that case, do you have any drink specials for the entire day? her answer: oh no, no. it costs a lot of money to maintain this building and print this menu (cheesecake factory-style), so we don't do any specials on drinks. yikes. plus, food is gross, overpriced and greasy. while i don't purposefully seek out or expect much from suburban bars, this one is the pits.
(1)Christine S.
Went to The Yardhouse for lunch today... They have a pretty decent selection on the lunch menu... I had the Turkey Cobb Salad and it was pretty good. They've got a shit ton of beers on tap, a very spacious and open restaurant. The wait staff and greeters are friendly and attentive.
(4)Keith A.
Always a good standby, I went here with a friend the other night. The beer selection is well worth the trip and the food is pretty good. I had the sashimi tuna and had some coconut shrimp as well and both hit the spot. there's a ton of beer on tap, and it makes for a lot of fun trying out a bunch of different beers. Its not spectacular, but its really good and that works well
(3)John H.
The Yardhouse gets a one star deduction for being located in the Stepford Wives housing complex known as The Glen and another deduction for not having actual yard glasses. It's a shame, because the food here is excellent. Standard American fare mostly, and pretty well done all around. Let's start with the location: it blows. And we're done. Moving on to glassware. Now, it strikes me as a bit odd to name your restaurant after an item you choose not to serve. I was told by a waiter here that the full yard glass was discontinued when patrons would order full yards before last call, down them, and play bumper cars when driving home. I don't endorse drunk driving at all. I detest it so much that I don't even own a car. But I think you'll agree with me that no business has the right to name itself after a product it's too chickenshit to endorse. If they have the decency to close the place, rename it, and subsequently reopen, it'll be worth a return.
(2)Rich M.
Have the beer then go somewhere else to eat. The atmosphere and idea of this place is great but after a couple of visits the food has always come up short.
(3)Alex R.
My friend wanted to come here for his birthday dinner, and so we went. The first thing I noticed was the lack of street parking. What you want to do is park behind the movie theatre and then walk over. Alas, once you enter the establishment, you will note that it is quite large, with plentiful seating and big screens. We proceeded to sit at a booth and were greeted by our friendly server, Patrick. I got the Portabella Burger with avocado ($10.55 + $1.50 = $12.05). The burger came, and it was of a normal size, and of adequate taste. A huge portion of semi decent skinny fries were served along with it. A decent burger, yes. One that justifies the price tag? No. Having eaten my share of mushroom burgers, I can say there is nothing special about this one. My friends dish arrived. Tomato Bisque Soup ($6.50), Roasted Turkey Club ($10.95) and Rogue Shakespeare St. Beer ($6.25). Yes...I am looking at the receipt, which surprisingly managed to not get eaten by my purse, lol. Alas, I cannot speak for my friend, but I can speak for the bites I stole from his plate. Again, the food was okay, but nothing special for the prices. Bottom line, come here with your buddies to sample a beer from their wide selection. They are a bit overpriced, considering The Map Room in Chicago is cheaper. But...where else can you find this selection in suburbia? The atmosphere is nice, but don't bother coming here solely for dinner, it's adequate but nothing special. On the plus side, there are a ton of shops, movie theatre, and other restaurants to choose from, and you can then come here for beer ;)
(3)Hitomi A.
Fast service and a great selection of tap beer, but not so impressed by the quality nor quantity of food for $. It was missing a wow factor... Just okay for me!
(4)Terrence C.
I really don't like "the glen" The idea of fake communities in the middle of nowhere irks me. So I venture out of my bona fide urban dwelling to visit the glen for 2 reasons, golf and yard house. If you like beer, and they don't have something you like here, i'll give you a dollar (totally have my fingers crossed!). Burgers are really good! I typically get down with the pepper jack burger. The bun is heaven sent. A little over being halfway through it though, i start to lose interest. Fries are pretty delicious also. No matter what you order get garlic aioli sauce on the side. I'd dip my first born in that stuff if it'd make me love him/her more. Bearnaiss sliders will hit the spot too. Portions are more than enough, and you'll probably leave with a doggy bag under most circumstances. People are friendly, sports games are on the tube, check it out.
(4)Eric V.
From ales to stouts to IPAs, there are taps aplenty to satisfy your inner beer aficionado. It's just too bad I couldn't find any good food to be washed down by many a tall, cold one. While my burger was cooked to the right temp, it was straight-up bland. I'm not looking for fancy herbs and spices either. A little salt & pepper goes a long way folks. My wife's four cheese pizza wasn't much better. The crust might as well have been cardboard, there was way too much cheese, and the tomato sauce was hardly detectable. The Truffle Fries are actually decent and probably the best thing we had all night. I say come for the booze, but fill up on grub elsewhere.
(3)Todd K.
I had a fantastic time here with my 150 year old grandma and my parents. Very good service, outstanding food, and plenty of beer to choose from. the food: jerk chicken and shrimp something-crazy-awesome. i like food with lots of flavor, and this hit the spot. other meals at the table included the mac and cheese (i tried it. it was incredible.), grilled cheese (didn't try it but from the facial expressions, it was a hit.), and the jambalaya with noodles instead of rice (tried it. very good, a little spicy but barely.) the beer: whatever. if you like beer, you'll be happy. they have a shmillion beers on tap. the service: we were there very early on a sunday (did i mention i was with my 150 year old grandma). i read Rosanna's reviews and i imagine a busy night might have been different. our service was just fine. i'll definitely be back, this time without the family in tow.
(4)Beth A.
food is goin down a notch...but the beer selection gets 5 stars our server trevor gets 5+ for being prompt and friendly and extremely knowledgable about both food and beer...and not only remembering my bf and i from our recent trip in but remembering everything we had to eat and drink as well...amazing!!! -had the spinach dip again...chips were still oily -i tried the truffle mac n cheese and if i couldnt even eat half of it...it smelled rancid and was incredibly oily and non cheesy -bf had enchiladas...they were stacked like pancakes and had a good kick to em -brownie dessert (with candle for his bday) was just ok...the brownie was pretty thin but the ice cream had good flavor yardhouse should check the expiration date on that oil and give my new favorite server of all time a big ass raise in his hourly pay
(3)Caroline S.
Honestly, I don't know why this place only has 3.5 stars. Personally, I LOVED it. I went here with my family last weekend at around 6 o'clock. It was about half full. We didn't get any appetizers, because we didn't want to be too full, but a lot of the appetizers on the menu sounded good. For the entree I got the grilled jumbo shrimp with spicy Indonesian rice. The food came in about 15-20 minutes, which isn't too bad. But it was worth it, because I LOVED the shrimp. They were well grilled and had the perfect flavor too them. The rice was great too! I also really liked the two sauces that it came with. The portion was fairly large, but not ridiculous to the point where you can't finish it. However, we were too full for dessert. The service was alright. The waiters didn't go out of their way, but it was decent. The only con is the price. It's fairly expensive. It's about $25 dollars for 6 jumbo shrimp and rice. I would recommend going Yardhouse if you're in the area!
(4)Alex K.
Calamari + Bearnaise burger + mix of woodchuck cider and Young's Chocolate stout (forget what they call it now) = bliss Great staff, great American food, wide beer selection, and classic rock music. I always drink too much here. I love it.
(5)Sarah C.
5 stars for their beer selection and waiter knowledge on them... 3 stars on food quality and 1star because my boyfriend and I both got sick tonight... Been there several times... Randomly. Call ahead on a weekend. Long waits. Expect so-so food..
(2)Dee W.
With nearly 100 beers on tap, you just can't go wrong. We ended up ordering an adult entree of their mac n cheese - how can you go wrong with truffle oil, grilled chicken and bacon in mac n cheese? Other than that, the portions are huge (goes along with the price) and between their burgers and sandwiches, they have some delicious entrees, as well. Service is friendly and quick and they accommodated the two kids in our group very well with water sippy cups and milk sippy cups and crayons/coloring books to boot!
(4)Jane K.
Went back after a couple years to reacquaint myself with my favorite sirloin dish. I like my meat a bit bloody and therefore hopefully preventing the kitchen staff from thinking that they can dump a two week old piece of beef well done on me but.... this time.... the meat was soooo sinewy and tough, I just chewed out some flavor and eventually had to spit out almost every bite. I was sooo crushed! I'm still debating whether or not I can get myself to give it another chance, chucking up my last experience to Yardhouse having had a bad night. Friend had the jambalaya and it was alright... albeit on the salty side.
(2)Angela W.
Happy hour is the best... half priced appetizers anyone?! I come here fairly often and usually get the same few dishes: vodka shrimp pasta, mac n cheese squared, enchiladas, and FRIES! I must admit, I am a fry fanatic, and this place has great fries. Like, amazingly great fries. In fact, I would go to yardhouse only to eat fries if it was socially acceptable. Anyways, I'm not the biggest beer fan, but I can see that they have a huuuuuge selection. Overall, a good place for dinner with friend and/or family.
(4)Jasmine P.
I heart the plethora of beers that the Yardhouse has on tap. Don't know what you're in the mood for? They will most likely have something for you. The waiters are helpful in recommending beers for your taste as well. I like the location of the Yardhouse too. It is situated in a former Naval Air Station so it's cool to walk around before or after your meal and see parts of the Naval Air Station in the facades. The food was meh. I wasn't overly impressed, but some of the food was still tasty. We arrived in time for the reverse happy hour so our dining consisted mainly of appetizers. All of the appetizer plates were HUGE so count on sharing it or using it to be your whole meal. The chicken nachos were mediocre. I favored the guac, sour cream, and pico de gallo (who doesn't?), but the chicken was very dry and I could have done without the refried beans. We also ordered the seared ahi -- my fave and that was pretty good. We also had the turkey burger sliders which were pretty tasty. My friend really appreciated how the burger was cooked and that it wasn't dried out and tough. I liked how the fries that same with the sliders were cooked well -- thin and crispy -- yummy! I like that some of the food selections are good, but it's somewhat hit or miss. A more consistent performance of appetizers might bump up my rating. I like that the Yardhouse wasn't completely deserted on the late Monday night that we were there. There were still people around, ample amount of parking, and plenty of seating. It's very casual so it was great finding a place to eat and chat, without having to dress up. Great service -- our waiter was helpful, but not pushy. yay! Overall, the Yardhouse at the Glen gets at 3.5 stars rating from me.
(3)Jenni Q.
This review is really more of a 3.5 star review. I wouldn't mind coming back here again but wouldn't be first on my list of must-go places (more because of the price than anything else - food and service was great). The Yardhouse is HUGE - they have big, comfy booths all along the walls with table and bar seating towards the middle. Numerous big-screen tvs playing baseball games, basketball games, hockey games - you name it. And if the game you want to watch isn't already on, just ask the waiter and they can probably change it for you. Highlight of the meal: LOBSTER GARLIC NOODLES. Good amount of lobster, crab AND shrimp. Absolutley scrumptious noodles - garlicy but not too oily and overwhelming. The coconut shrimp appetizer and the burgers (Peppercorn Crusted Gorgonzola & the Surf and Turf) were mm mm delicious. The menu here is a mix of asian and american cuisine. Lots of interesting unique options as well as your basic burgers and pastas. You'll be sure to find something for everyone. The appetizers here are super expensive (almost nothing is less than $10) but the entrees are priced comparably to other places. Overall a solid restaurant with a great sports atmosphere, great food and great service.
(4)Tony M.
Yard-house is an awesome place,classic rock and great food. The burgers are made from all natural nature-well beef, and have great toppings. What i got last time was the Jambalaya pasta and i was pleasantly surprised. Jumbo shrimp, andouille sausage, and small craw-fish, over pasta and jambalaya cream sauce. It was a great dish and i will be ordering again. O, and don't forget to order the onion ring tower when you go, mhmmmhmm....
(4)Richard O.
The football special has come to a close for half price beer on Sundays and Mondays. Oh what will we do it was a good run. The appetizers are better than ever if you get here between 3-6pm on Mon-Fri or 10-11pm on Sunday thru Thursday when they are half price. The seared Ahi tuna is fantastic along with the spicy tuna roll. The Chinese garlic noodles are great along with the spinach dip chips and the onion ring tower. Some alternate dishes are the california roll the Jamaican wings and pizza. Clam chowder soup is great along with a good variety of import beer.
(4)Mikey U.
Enter the Yard House....... On my first ever getaway to Chicago with my home-girl, Esco (also a beer connoisseur), we caught word that there was a Yard House not far from our corporate office. Having only been to the Yard House in San Diego previously, and not (yet) having one in the Bay Area, we thought it opportune to have a couple of rounds to prime the night. Little did we know it would BECOME the night... This Yard House, because of its location in a residence/retail villa, and the very noticeable presence of children and families dining, seemed very much equal parts restaurant, equal parts brewpub. In a way, it was nice to slow things down and enjoy some beers in a conversational environment. I'm not sure if things here ever get too loud or rowdy, which, for some people (myself included), is part of the charm found at the San Diego Yard House. With nearly 100 beers on tap, the choices can be daunting. Fortunately for us, bartender Ron and bartender Kim were exceptionally friendly and helpful, offering up suggestions according to our taste and even letting us sample a few beers just to be sure. Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse... a hefeweissen that finishes a little peppery. Took getting used to, but good. Kronenbourg 1664... very malty... good while ice cold... started to turn pungent as it warmed a little. Rogue Dead Guy Ale... good (HA!), was a little far gone to describe it further than "s'good". Overall an excellent and enjoyable experience. A little different, a little low-key compared to San Diego's Yard House, but still a great location to start or spend an evening in/around Northbrook, IL.
(4)Joanna P.
Good food but expensive! Beers start from $7 plus Entrees about $20 plus The food it is good just prices are not!
(5)Jeff R.
This is a suburban wasteland. Yes, they have 100's of beers on tap, but if you are already a seasoned beer drinker, they might not have the one you are looking for. They have 4-5 options of various beer styles, so they aren't covering the gambit by any means. After the limitations of the beer menu sink in, it is little more than an overpriced noisy chain restaurant. The servers are polite, the bartenders leave you alone when you've gotten your drinks, which is fine by me. There are a surprisingly high number of families, so I suppose it must be family friendly. They do have a brief happy hour appetizer special, but after it ends (at 6pm I believe) the menu is not worth the prices they charge. There aren't a whole lot of beer options at The Glen Town Center, but that should merely serve as encouragement to get out of the neighborhood once in a while.
(2)Matt R.
Pretty decent, good sized beer selection, decent food. Everything overall is not bad. I think the only surprising thing was their equivalent to "Sushi" was basically a giant scoop of fish shaped into a circle in a way that was impossible to eat. I can't really diss them for that because the waiter did inform us that it wasn't sushi sushi. Have had their Pizzas before, which are also decent, and of course their beers. Gets pretty crowded on weekends for a bar/restaurant-ish thing. Decent overall, but not amazing. 4/5
(4)Sal F.
Came here with my girlfriend for a late dinner. Our server came over and never introduced herself or asked us what we wanted to drink. After finally deciding on a beer I had to tell her that we were going to order food. Throughout the meal she came by twice, once during our appetizers to see how they were and the second time she just peaked over. She was not personable at all. When we were done eating we waited a good 5-7 min for her to come clean off our table and ask us if she could bring over the dessert menu by this time we were ready to leave and did not want to wait any longer but of course we ended up waiting for her to take the check back. Another server walking by noticed that we were still waiting and took it for us. On a brighter note this didn't sway our opinion on how good the food was.
(2)Jillian S.
I had never been to the Glen before and as a city-planner-in-training, I was very excited to spend some time here and experience it. Very cool use of an old developed site - and an excellent mixed-use community. But, this is a restaurant review - not a site plan review. The beer selection was amazing, and I'm not talking bottles, baby. Almost everything is on tap, and there are 150 selections! I sampled a Gaarten Rose - Hoegaarten White and Framboise. Heaven, but too sweet to have two. No problem, just pick one of a 100 other beers available to you! The food was creative and tasted pretty fresh. We were there during happy hour, so you could get half priced appetizers. I made a meal of two of them - coconut shrimp and the moo shu egg rolls. My favorite part were the sauces that came with them. This place does not skimp on flavor. You will walk away with a smile on your face!
(4)Anne W.
With every place in this suburb closed after 9 pm.. it's nice to find a place that serves drinks and food. The food is okay.. nothing special.. but it does have a casual beer atmosphere. The drinks are not terribly strong either. But oh well.. at least you can get a drink here.
(3)Bernadette C.
I love this place! Good food, nice place for diner and lunch! patio outside! perfect place to hang out :)))
(4)Mina M.
Man, they have the best clam chowder. Try it. You won't be disappointed. Regarding the 1/2 price appetizers during happy hour, here are my favorites: 1. Chicken fingers: Large and crispy 2. Calamari: Great sauce 3. Sliders: Perfect portion and the fries (skinny) are yummy 4. Hot Buffalo Wings: Spicy, salty, but pretty good 5. Garlic noodles: A must try, but only if you really like garlic As far as drinks, my favorites are the Pomegranate Press martini and the Rogue Hazelnut Brown ale beer. Stick with drinks they do well, like martinis and beer. Stay away from their mojitos and bloody marys. Not so good. Oh, and for dessert? Their Kona coffee sundae is outstanding.
(4)Lauren R.
Wow! This place rocked :) Definately a hidden gem. I came to that area for a quick gig and ended up walking over to that place. Service was awesome and the food was even more amazing. I had the Angel Hair Pasta with Vodka sauce and shrimp. The Calamari was to die for as well. Can't wait to come back
(5)Christopher N.
Good food, tons of beer selections, knowledgeable bartenders if you want to experiment with new beers and a decent amount of TVs for sports. Yardhouse would get a 5 if it were not for the large number of parents that treat it like their own private version of Chuck E' Cheese. Try and sit at the back of the restaurant or the backside of the bar. We sat close enough to the hostess once and had two kids plop down at our booth to play with the candles. It is unbelievable how much some people expect the world to tolerate their rotten fruit of their loins. Aah, but I digress. Prices are in line with the quality of food, service and atmosphere. I would highly suggest for those people who knock Yardhouse for price to watch their mail for Applebee's coupons and sneak in their own Keystone Light to drink.
(4)Meredith H.
the menu is of epic cheesecake factory proportions - too many options to choose from and too many pages to turn to make a decision. the beer list is fantastic and their beer mixes are a great addition - more choices than your typical Black and Tan or Snakebite. food is solid, but nothing fantastic. again the variety is just too wide to be really good at any one type of food here. service was average, prices normal for a nicer chain-y type place. it's great for the glen!
(3)Melissa G.
Great beer selection and the good is good. Service is usually average to above average. Just a little pricey.
(3)Dagwood S.
I've been there several times and always had a good experiance. Good good and incredible beer selection. Really large and can be really busy during the evening...especially on the weekends. The location is right in the middle of The Glen so there is plenty to do while you wait. Good for kids or just going out with the Mrs. or even hangig out watching sports with friends.
(5)Judd H.
As a chain for bar-type food, Yard House has a lot going for it. It has a real professional and tested menu (think Cheesecake Factory, California Pizza Kitchen, etc). So, I don't think I have ever had anything bad here. The service is not poor, it is just hit and miss as I assume they have a lot of turnover. If you have a good server, things will be great as they have good coordination with the bus staff. Also, the kids options are big and reasonably priced. I give this place less than five stars because it is really expensive especially for the alcohol for a casual dining option. Any craft beer pint will run you in the neighborhood of $7 and all of the entrees and apps are probably $2-3 more/plate than more local, less chain options.
(3)Shaun S.
I think I'll let everyone else talk about the food. I'm happy there. What I thought was great tonight, aside from being on top of our table of 9 which had three guests who needed to dine and bolt to a boy scout event, is that because of the table size we had a gratuity of already added onto our tab, somehow I overlooked this and added an additional 20%, she caught it and gave it back to us... very nice!
(4)Simone G.
Yes, the wait is always long... but the waiters are nice which is a good thing but the food can be ify it maters what you order I would suggest burgers. Their fries are amazing.
(4)Merrie W.
Good food, beer, and service. Wait can be long if u come on a busy evening/weekend.
(4)Tita P.
Well it is no secret that the burbs can be a little..hmm difficult for a single woman with no children. I love going to Yardhouse. There are actually people MY AGE!!! I usually sit at the bar and watch tv and enjoy the beer..well just one beer but they have a lot on tap if you want a variety. The bartenders are friendly and the service is really good.
(3)Northshore F.
Given the choices in the Glen and around, the Yardhouse is the best option. Easy place to meet someone for lunch, a drink or for dinner. Plenty of seats, so anytime I've gone there's never been a wait. Seats are comfortable. Atmosphere is good. Has a wonderful outdoor section, very nice in the summer to sit outside in the Glen watching all the activity and enjoying your meal. Menu has a wide selection. They are very accommodating to modifications. Service is excellent.
(4)Krissy K.
Took my niece my Mother and Father - it was a Sat night just past 5 PM and there was already a wait. Also while waiting they asked if we wanted to review the menu so not I'm thinking WOW they really want to turn over these tables. Salads were overpriced most starting at $15 - I work in River North and we have better prices. It was so loud and I felt so rushed and nervous. I have to say it was not a relaxing dining experience. The Turkey Burger was really good but I needed some deep breathing once we exited. I live in Chicago and over the years I've been to lots of restaurants and don't recall feeling so pressured or rushed as I did in that place. But maybe in Glenview with The Glen being such an attraction people are used to the mayhem.
(2)PH P.
I love Yard House. WE go there for happy hour late at night and they have so many vegetarian options and a huge selection of drinks. Their customer service is OK.
(4)AJ M.
Been coming here for years and I am never dissapointed. Over 50 beers on draft and a very large extensive menu with pretty much everything. They also have a pretty good gardein vegetarian menu! Great place for dinner, watch a game or drives before a movie. This is one if my go tos for a night out it has everything!
(5)Anna A.
I went there with a big group, about ten people. The food was delicious, everyone enjoyed the drinks, the atmosphere was semi-fancy, semi-casual. Everything was great up until two days later when I checked the transactions on my card and the amount didn't match with my receipt. I paid with my card and left the waitress a CASH tip. On my transactions it shows that the charge from that restaurant was the total plus the amount of the tip that I left her in cash meaning she gave herself a double tip! Plus when I wanted to sign the receipt I was looking for the words "customer copy" on one of them and the waitress said " oh it doesn't matter you can just leave both copies in there and I'll take them." I was so furious. For the last couple of days Im trying to call the restaurant and figure this out because I want my money back and this is still not figured out. They can't find their receipt and I'm planning to drive out there and get my money back. That's unacceptable! One worker can sure ruin the reputation for the restaurant.
(2)Noor H.
This place was alright - came here and got a pizza & salad lunch special with co-workers. The food was okay but it wasn't anything super tasty or memorable. Might come back and try something else.
(3)Fred G.
I can't think of anything negative to say about Yard House at this point. I've been to this restaurant several times and have been impressed with their beer selection and dinner menu. Everything I've ordered has been great, with the exception of a Moscow Mule, which they promptly re-made for me with no hassle. It is also worth noting that this restaurant caters to the family/kid-oriented nature of the Glen and has large tables & booths available to accommodate your group.
(5)Alina S.
I've come here a few times before. So far so good. Although the wait was a bit long, the delicious food was worth it. We got the blue crab cakes w/mango chutney. They were bomb! Perfectly seasoned and crispy with the perfect not to sweet mango sliced chutney. The chicken tortilla soup was SOOOO GOOD. It was light and cheesy and filled with large chunks of chicken and avocado. Also, chalked full of fresh cilantro and chive. Unlike any other chicken tortilla soup I've had at a restaurant. For an entree since I had seafood for an app I decided to try a meat dish. I choose the BBQ Korean beef appetizer with spicy rice. First of all for an app it was HUGE. Taking some home for sure. My bf had the cheddar bacon burger with rum BBQ sauce. Best BBQ sauce I've had I think! Perfect combo of sweetness. And of course I couldn't stop stealing his shoestring fries. Def def going to keep coming back. They seem to have mastered the perfect sweet and savory profiles.
(4)Indya S.
Paid way too much for dry poorly crusted salmon with wasabi potatoes, first time experience. Never again.
(2)Alex A.
Went in for some drinks and food...and had one of the worst experiences...sat at the bar so that we could get drinks...not only did it take 15 minutes to get our first drink but we had to get one of the bartenders attention in order to ask them to take our drink order...yes they had more than one bartender...not very happy with the service at all...
(1)Peter V.
So, I just finished this amazing Pastrami deluxe sandwich. It was excellent. Bread was soft and fresh. This was an awesome first impression. Great bar atmosphere as well. I suggest you check this place out. Pretty cool.
(5)Laurice S.
I used to go here all the time when I lived in the area and still go every time I visit my parents house. The food is good, it's not super stellar but wayyy better than most American "bar and grill" type restaurants. They have an excellent happy hour with lots of choices to share apps with friends. They have tons of beers on tap from microbreweries all over the country which is cool. The burgers are pretty good. It tastes like they use better cuts than just ground sirloin bc the burgers are super thick and juicy. My parents always go for the pepper crusted Gorgonzola. The parmesan truffle fries with garlic aioli are really addicting and are like shoestring fries. They might have crack in them bc they are soo good! My fave app has to be the chicken lettuce wraps that have a Thai inspired twist to them. You can order this as your entree, be totally satisfied, and sometimes have extra to take home. The ambiance is chill, relaxed sort of sports bar-ish with all the TVs but also at times feels like a family friendly spot even for kids. I hate to compare but it's like an "upscale TGIFridays" lol.
(4)Pam P.
Come here for the half priced appetizers during happy hour. Or if you are a huge beer fan, they have an abundance of beers on tap. Last time I came here for dinner I ordered a vegetarian mac and cheese. In my head I thought I was ordering the "gardeinâ„¢ (MAC + CHEESE)2" but my waiter thought I meant the regular mac and cheese without chicken. Feeling a little disappointed about my meal, I asked our server where the veggie chicken was. I didn't realize I needed to specify "gardein" when placing my order. He said he would go to the kitchen and ask the chef to make chicken for me on the side. While this was happening, I didn't want to continue eating without the chicken, in fear that by the time it was ready, more than half my plate would already be gone. At the same time, while I waited, my food just sat there getting cold as I took small nibbles from it. I waited for what felt like almost 15 minutes thinking I should've just let it go and cancel the extra side chicken. That was when one of the chefs in the back personally came out and delivered a brand new gardeinâ„¢ (MAC + CHEESE)2. He said it wouldn't be the same if I were to just throw the chicken on top myself. Having thought the same thing, I really appreciated that he took the time to do that for me. I personally thought the chef was more attentive to my needs than our waiter who kept disappearing for long periods of time. In the future I now know to differentiate between the two mac's. I just wish that when I ordered, our waiter would've asked if I meant gardein or not.
(3)Michael B.
This is my go to place for sports bars on the north shore. The place is generally packed for big sporting events, but you can always find a great place to sit with a view of the endless flat screens displaying all the action. Food is excellent, great beer selection and wines too. Outdoor area as well during the summer. Great place with the family, just the guys or on a date.
(5)Dylan M.
Nice bar restaurant with a giant tap beer selection. They have a nice menu with a lot of vegetarian options. They do many creative things using gardien brand products and do it well. They of course also have lots of options that aren't vegetarian too. Great place to go and have beers sample a variety of foods and watch sports too. They have lots of TVs. I prefer to belly up to the bar!
(4)Orlando R.
My visit at yard house was extraordinary! I visit this restaurant at least once a month and I'm glad to say that the consistency is amazing. The service is great, the food was excellent, and the atmosphere was extremely satisfying. The beer menu is out of this world.
(5)Rhonda R.
Went here Saturday August 8th with a party of 24 adults. The staff was very accommodating. We were all seated together. The service, atmosphere and food was great. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered. I had the Cuban pork sandwich and my husband had the steak sandwich. I highly recommend both. Someone had the chicken guacamole sandwich which she was very happy with and she's a picky eater. Our group comes here every year after the Glen Art Show and we have always had a good time.
(5)Daria D.
I cannot write a review that would give justice to this place. It is my favorite restaurant and everything I eat here is delicious. From tacos to pasta to burgers literally anything you get is amazing. I recently came here with the children I nanny and the kids menu is super cheap and you get a lot of food for the kids including juice and dessert. They loved it and i loved it. I will definitely frequent this place all the time like I normally do.
(5)Jessica C.
The beer list is amazing, but the food isn't something that I would talk over and over about to someone and beg them to go. I can say that their wait staff are one of the most nicest I've ever have had the pleasure of having. They check on you throughout your meal, and not overly check, but just to make sure everything is going okay. The hottest was very nice as well and easily accommodated our requested of having a table versus a booth. No questions asked, just re-sat us. I would go back again!
(4)Pauline D.
Second time here. You have to try the truffle fries and organic tomato soup. The chopped salad is very tasty. I also split a hamburger with bacon and BBQ sauce. Friendly service. Avery our waitress was excellent!
(5)Lucas W.
I've been back a number of times but I was especially impressed by something this last go around that spurred me to up my review to 5 stars. My food was delicious as always and the beer menu as fantastic as ever - some great new options for 2014. I went with the Belgian Sampler and have to say 5/6 beers were delicious. (why would you put an IPA hybrid on a Belgian sampler...could've been 6/6). But I digress. My girlfriend got a bbq bacon cheeseburger and asked for it medium. When it came out and we first looked at it, it was definitely medium rare. However, the more she ate, we realized it wasn't even medium rare, the meat in the middle was mushy and definitely rare. Bright red. She was already full from appetizers and fries and such so it just meant not bringing the burger home for leftovers. But when we mentioned it to our waitress she was very apologetic. Without even asking, the manager came over and apologized and comp'd her burger. I know the food is always delicious so I have to assume the kitchen was in a bit of a hurry as it was an especially hectic night, but I'm especially impressed that without asking for anything the manager was so quick to comp the vastly undercooked burger. As always, Yard House is great and can't wait to go back.
(5)Ricki S.
Great food, terrific choice of beer but very noisy. It's a sports bar the serves good food.
(4)Alex R.
I work out in Glenview, IL and Yard House has been an office favorite for quite some time now. It has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, parking, vegetarian options, and is kid friendly. I have been there a couple of times for Promotion Lunches, Happy Hours and mid-day World Cup Viewings. It is great for watching sporting events or grabbing a nice lunch. The staff is friendly but slightly confused when it comes to reservations and seating. I once showed up with a party of 6 and they tried to sit us at a 4 person table (keep in mind the large size of the restaurant). Their takeout service is amazing! They pay close attention to special requests and fulfill the order in a timely manner. Their food selection ranges from healthier, vegetarian options to delicious, greasy bar food. My favorite is the BBQ Chicken salad and the Avocado Swiss burger. The portions are huge and always satisfying. I would recommend this as a reliable, hearty place to take a long lunch.
(4)Hannah H.
A comfortable restaurant where the waitstaff are friendly, and there's a free parking garage right around the corner. I usually get their Mac + Cheese squared, in which it's basically a cheesy macaroni and cheese with breadcrumbs, roasted chicken breast chunks, applewood smoked bacon, wild mushrooms, castallane pasta, and truffle oil - you can definitely taste that oil since they don't skimp out on that! I've also tried their Pepper Jack burger, and it was quite juicy in regards to the patty, and a good topping with the adobe pepper, the melted cheese, and the garlic aoili. The fries that come with are crispy and thin, and a good abundance of it. They have a great selection of beer if you're a beer buff, and the place itself is like an upscale sports bar. This is your traditional American restaurant that has a bar. People come here for happy hour, lunch or dinner. +Mac + Cheese squared +extensive beer selections
(3)Rob W.
One of those places that has been around for awhile that I had yet to get to - finally did it! Just for lunch though - no beers, so I still have that opportunity awaiting. My friend and I met up for one of our periodic pow-wows. He ordered an Ahi Tuna Salad and I opted for a Pepper Jack Burger. Both entrees were good. The tuna was grilled nicely on the outside with a raw/rare center. My burger came with a great tasting order of fries and a garlic/aoli sauce that had a lot of flavor. The burger was cooked as I specified and had a semi-hot chili pepper laid across it which complemented the flavor. Service was exactly what it should be - greeting at the door, follow up with menus on the table while I was waiting for my lunch sidekick, attentive service throughout our visit by our waiter David. Definitely worth returning - I was pleasantly surprised.
(4)Kay R.
This place is a bit hit or miss. They have a great vegetarian menu, featuring Gardein "meat" products, and a fantastic craft beer selection. Some of the other items on the menu, such as the truffle fries, a la carte street tacos, or roasted cauliflower live up to the gastropub vibe this corporate joint has tried to cultivate. Others like the "spicy" Thai chicken pizza, "jerk" wings, or Mac and cheese trade authentic flavor for the sugary-greasy-salty flavor trifecta so typical at corporate chains.
(3)Ted C.
It's a good spot if you like beer which is why my friend suggested we meet up here. He claims that every photo of me he says I've always get a glass of beer in my hand, which isn't too far off. I've been here a few times before and completely didn't notice I didn't write a review for it until now. To start off, it's pretty run of the mill, like a more grown up Chili's or Applebee's where the food is marginally a little better and the beer selection more vast. I wanted their deviled eggs and was told that basically it was 3 egg halfs for an egg and a half. I don't know who did the math on that but I'm not going to 'Lady and the Tramp' my friend over half an egg. Seriously, WTF? Fortunately, he let me be the greedy one and I ate the third half. I liked how they've now reordered their beer menu into flavor profiles which gives people not so familiar with beer to decided what they want or people overwhelmed by a giant list of beer. (I also realize now that it's probably a way to get beer guidance when some of the servers are probably not beer fans or of age.) I decided to get the Pepper Jack burger which was all right the flavor of it was okay but there wasn't much chile flavor or spice from the pepper jack so I asked for a bottle of Tabasco which fixed things. Honestly, it's an all right place for the Glen.
(3)Gary S.
Just getting to this one my wife and daughters eat here all the time we have the spicy tuna rolls in the appetizer section, they are excellent . My daughter had the french onion soup , she said it was good , but she did eat it all. We all had some calamari it was excellent cooked just right with the right amount of batter . The spicy jambalaya with andouille sausage was very good . Then we split some of their street tacos we had the carnitas, pork belly and the ASADA all were excellent .
(4)Steve S.
I've been here several times over the past few years and each time I was impressed by the food and beer. Selection of beer is the BEST! Food quality is superb! Staff is very friendly. Watch out for key busy times; it can get a bit packed in here if you time it bad; call for reservations if you can. Ambiance is a tad too dark, but that's standard and I can still read the menu without trouble. Parking is a plenty. Don't be scared off if you're driving by and don't see parking immediately in front; there is a parking garage behind with plenty of room. Lots of neat stores to visit around here, too. My favorite menu item is the Ginger Salmon served on wasabi mashed potatoes; MMMM! Recommended.
(5)B P.
Love almost everything I've tried. Great vegetarian options and awesome beer selection. Gets noisy with all the families and little kids.
(4)Ashley A.
great beer, great food, great beer So many beers on tap & our server was educated enough to give me a few good recommendations. I specifically chose this place because I love trying new beers and they have a great, big selection. The Yard House Belgian Amber Tripel by Firestone Walker was especially good. We ordered Chicken Nachos & Sweet Potato Fries with maple bacon dip. Umm, yeah; so good. I wanted to take home a jar of the dip alone. The place is pretty big with plenty of tables, booths, high top tables & seating at the bar. Only thing I wasn't thrilled about was that I was not greeted when I walked in. I walked in alone & was looking around for someone I was going to meet there. I was standing along side the front door for several minutes, but was never asked if I wanted to be seated. I finally found who I was going to meet and had to ask the hostess for a table. I would definitely return for the beer & food. Even the ambience was nice. Very clean place and the lighting was just right. The surrounding area is very cute, too. It has a downtown feel to it without all the congestion.
(4)Kurt R.
Great place for food and beer period. The bartender Ron was an absolute expert on the beer and food. It's a great place to meet friends. The baha fish tacos along with great beer makes for a perfect evening.
(4)Raji V.
I love coming here because they have a great ambience. It's very relaxing. They have various beers on drafts from around the world. I like fruity drinks , try the raspberry framboise! They also allow you to sample their beers before getting them! So I ordered a drink and there was hair in it, never had this happen here before, but the waiter brought me a new drink and covered our whole check!
(5)Jimmy J.
Still a great place for beer selection, sandwiches, and fries. We very impressed by the new Roasted Caulifower and Brusset Sprout appetizers. They were amazing You can do much much worse than Yardhouse.
(4)Paddu P.
I love this place for 2 reasons. Kona coffee dessert and onion rings. Good pasta-burgers- chicken sandwiches. Deff worth the trip!
(4)Yana N.
Come here for all the time! Always friendly staff, well prepared meal and good atmosphere for any occasion business lunch family dinner or just a bite to eat! My favorite neighborhood resto!
(5)Yana Y.
Where do I begin? I completely agree with another reviewer, they have no idea how to properly cook a burger or a steak. They have no clue what medium or well done means. I had to send a steak back 3 times, in order for them to get it right, and then the manager comes out to give me a lesson on how to properly order a steak? Get lost. How about you train your cooks, not your customers? I have been to the Yardhouse on numerous occasions throughout the years, but the last few times I have been there were not good experiences for me. They definitely rubbed me the wrong way. I used to always get wonderful servers, but lately they are rude and seem to always try to rush you out the door. People go out to eat to enjoy the atmosphere, relax, and get a few drinks - not rush out the door. It's tough to relax here, when you feel so rushed. They drop off the check and then you don't see them again. I can't even get anymore water? Yikes. It is bad to the point where they won't even seat you where you want. I asked to be seated by the window, to enjoy the view and they completely ignored what I said and sat me all the way in the corner by the hot, busy kitchen instead. Yeah, very relaxing! Not. This was not the first time that they've done this either. I went in last on 6/1/14, on an extremely hot day. We waited about 30 minutes or so to be seated, and once we were seated we waited another 25-30 minutes for a waiter/waitress. We didn't even get a glass of water, let alone a menu. Guess what? They never came. So my friend and I got up and walked to the front to ask where our server was. A young lady behind the counter says, "oh yeah, your server is on break. I will move you to another table." I mean, did she not know that the server was on break when she sat us there almost 30 minutes ago?? Unreal. I made a comment, before leaving, and the same young lady says, "sorry, we'll do better next time." That just really got under my skin for multiple reasons. I cannot tell you how much business I brought to this establishment. I have had multiple business meetings here, and I even recommended this place to plenty of friends because I liked the ambiance. Anyways, I was so aggravated that I had to call and speak to a manager. I spoke with a Dan, and he apologized for the inconvenience. He said that we could come back "right now" and he would take care of us, or he would send a coupon through mail. I was mainly aggravated by the service, and not looking to get anything for free to be honest; however, he insisted and he took down all of my information - and guess what? No coupon, nothing. So, you better believe that I called back, I am not letting this slide. I called back a few weeks later and I was told that they did not have a manager on duty. I find that hard to believe. I called back again on 7/30/14 and asked for Dan. The girl on the phone says, "sure, hold on". She then gets back on the phone to tell me that Dan is not in, but they had another manager named Amy that was in. I asked to speak to Amy. I tell Amy what happened and she tells me that there is no "Dan" that works there. Hmmmm interesting, then why did the person who answered the phone tell me that Dan was not in?? Anyways, Amy apologizes for everything and tells me the exact same thing - she will send out a gift card/coupon for my frustrations. It is now 10/25/14, and you've guessed it - NOTHING as of yet!!!! Shocking, I know.
(1)Andrew M.
Went to Yard House with my wife and another couple for dinner on Friday night. I had been wanting to check it out for a while as I really enjoy craft beer. My wife planned ahead and made a reservation so we were seated within a couple minutes of entering. The 1st table they put us at was right by the door and really cold. My wife asked for a booth, and they accomodated us. Our waitress was pretty busy as there were very few open tables in her section. She didn't seem too happy about her job, but she did keep our glasses full and remained begrudgingly attentive to our needs the whole night. We ordered drinks, 3 different beers and a lemonade. When she returned, we ordered dinner. I had a side caeser salad with their mac and cheese. It was excellent however the mac and cheese was so rich I couldn't finish it. Everyone was happy with their food. We proceeded to order a brownie dessert that we split four ways with caramel ice cream. The ice cream was outstanding and the brownie was also delicious. The atmosphere is pretty loud and busy, and the prices are a little higher than I think its worth. Overall, I think this is a nice place to grab dinner on occasion, but it isn't much in the way of a watering hole as the bar is in the center of the restaurant.
(4)Rob E.
The best selection of Tap beer, food is awesome too. Triple karmeliet is the best! It's always crowded which is a telling sign of how awesome this place is. Of course you can watch the big game too.
(5)Martin P.
One of my favorite places to go to. I have nothing to complain about. Beer selection Is great and food is good. Seating is quick for most part
(5)Gina D.
The food was great, and every plate that walked by looked scrumptious! We were there on a Saturday night with a two year old (way past bedtime), so we knew that it might be a difficult dinner. But, our waiter, Gabe, couldn't have been better! He knew that feeding the toddler first was the best way to make mom + dad happy...so he brought her food out ASAP! Happy baby = happy customers! We're already planning our next visit...hope we have Gabe as our waiter again!!
(5)TS W.
Beer, beer and beer! With ONO kind pupu's!
(5)Gavin L.
I came here before a movie with my friends. Our movie started at 6:30. We got there at 5:20, and were told the wait was 10 minutes. 30 minutes later, we sat down. We ordered right away. We waited for about 40 minutes, and by that time it was 6:20. We had to go to a later showing of the movie. Terrible experience, good food.
(2)Randall K.
I have been here a dozen times over the last few years. Always enjoyable for the whole family. This review is for Saturdays experience. I took my 3 daughters for a "dad" dinner. We called ahead to get on the list. By the time we got there we only waited 5 minutes. The restaurant can get very busy. We had a very experienced waitress, so we didn't notice. We ordered 2 apps: onion ring tower and a bowl of clam chowder. Excellent. Seriously I didn't want to share. I let the girls eat and then cleaned it all up. We had 2 chicken tenders and a ceaser saled order. No complaints. I ordered the fish n chips. As good as any I have had. The fish was tender and cooked perfectly. It is hard for me to try anything else because I love this plate. We skipped the desert, but this restaurant rocks. Great for family dinner or a group of adults.
(5)MC B.
My family and I have only been here few times since it is a bit far from the city but it's pretty good. Their grilled sweet Korean BBQ is delish!! I will definitely be ordering that more often. The portion sizes are pretty big even for the appetizers. We ordered three appetizers instead of getting individual meals and we still couldn't finish everything! One dish that is a must try and that I absolutely love is their kona coffee ice cream sundae!! There is nothing quite like it! Also if you have a kid or a younger sibling, try the cookies and cream crunch pop. It's a rice crispy treat with Oreos mixed in. My brother got it since it comes with his meal and it was amazing!
(4)Ariana W.
My coworkers took me here for lunch and from the moment we arrived service was very slow and the restaurant had a mild amount of customers. It was packed, and it wasn't completely empty. Our server didn't check on us very often and the food took extremely long to prepare. The majority of our party ordered light items off of the lunch menu that doesn't take much preparation so we couldn't understand what was taking so long. Anyway, once we finally got our food I had to ask for more mayo because my sandwich was dry. Once we were finished and asked for the check, the sever took at least took another 10-15 minutes for them to bring it to us. Overall, our lunch date that was supposed to take 45 minutes to an hour took an hour and 30 minutes. I would be willing to give them another shot, but until then I give them 2 stars.
(2)Claire A.
I just don't like when it feels like they are choosing to serve you...... instead of, we are happy to have your business.
(1)Nicole P.
Went to the yard house tonight and had drinks and the sashimi and Ron was our bartender! awesome guy and awesome time :) will be back!
(5)Heather J.
We were recently in Yard House for a second time, and it was not such a great experience. This place was packed the last time we were in, so we made sure to call ahead to get on their wait list. We were told the wait was 45-50 minutes. However, we didn't actually get sat for about an hour and 20 minutes. Finally we sat down, and luckily, the waitress was a sweetheart. She took our orders very quickly and served us just as fast. Unfortunately, I ordered my burger medium well, and it came very rare. I'm talking so pink you could pull the stringy meat with a fork. I ate most of it before letting the waitress know that the burger was undercooked. Her face turned almost white and you could tell how embarrassed she was that this happened. She told her manager, who came very quickly to our table to apologize and inform us that the burger would be taken off our check and even offered a free replacement burger. I was very happy that the manager did this - this is what sets a crappy restaurant apart from a reputable one. Two giant BONUS stars for this. I am sure I will be back to the restaurant eventually, but I am a bit concerned about their cooks' ability to cook a burger so it might not be for a bit!
(3)Spencer P.
Food - seriously everything I've tried on their menu - has been excellent. Been there at least a dozen or so times. Family friendly while also a good place to catch the game. Also love the place because I am an admitted beer snob - and this place has an amazing and extensive beer selection. While I'd love to see more support of the local breweries on the taps (Pipeworks, Spiteful, Lake Effect, Argus, DryHops, Church Street, some of Half Acres others besides Over Acre, Finch, Begyle and Temperance), I still can't complain about the overall selection and quality. Over the past several years though, they have consistently raised their beer prices to close to $7/beer now. With those prices, I'd expect to be in the bleachers watching the Cubs lose. It's definitely impacted my attendance frequency. However, when I do go back the place is still consistently packed and the food and beer is always good. They also seem to have had the same bartenders for a long time too. All of whom provide great service and are super-friendly. Personal favorites there are the chicken nachos and Thai pizza during happy hour. Rice bowl is another fav as an entree. Mac and cheese is sick, but my cholesterol is teetering on 300 so I'll live vicariously thru others on that front.
(4)Chris S.
This outdoor mall seems like the perfect place for a Yard House, which is a higher end, casual spot. Being from Southern California, these are everywhere and this location rivals the rest. You'll get top-notch service and a menu large enough to capture everyone's taste. The most challenging part about coming here is choosing what to order. The menu is littered with exceptional items, nothing of which disappoints, and all of which are well priced for what you get. A perfect place to watch a game, head to for lunch, bring a date or for a special occasion.
(4)Krunal P.
In my previous review I did not do justice per say. This is by far the best place if you are looking for good beer selection and great food. Its pricey compared to other places but it comes with the neighborhood. Happy hour half price appetizers are great but still no drink specials. Only reason I am giving four stars because service in general has gone down. It takes at least 15-20mins to get a beer once you put the order in even on a slow day. Staff used to be much more knowledgeable about beer selection but now they just run back to blackboard and bring a list. I still go here and been going here for almost 8 years now. I love their brownie and gardien wings. on weekends if you are going there with big group call ahead otherwise you'll have to wait long.
(4)Alan B.
Had a mixed drink and it turned into a $9.75 glass of ice. Complained to bartender and he said, "thanks for the compliment". That really upset me so I asked for manager who very nicely said he would take care of me later and to ask for him. We shall see.
(1)George D.
Great ambience, good music, food was good.. Very crowded! But good experience after all. sat at the bar and bartender was attentive and even threw a couple of jokes.
(4)Nataliya A.
Delicious food, great drinks, good service, weird reservation system. Food: CLAM CHOWDER, AHI CRUNCHY SALAD (seared rare, field greens, asian slaw and crispy wontons tossed in soy vinaigrette), (MAC + CHEESE (chicken breast, applewood bacon, wild mushrooms, cheddar, parmesan, campanelle pasta and truffle oil), *SURF & TURF (maine lobster sautéed in garlic butter, grilled asparagus, swiss and tomato béarnaise with fries) Drinks: YOUNG'S DOUBLE CHOCOLATE STOUT -Sweet Stout I am a sucker for clam chowder, and this one good, but not the best I've had. I would prefer the potato pieces to be smaller and maybe even creamier. The clams were also a little chewy. Overall though, it was great. The Ahi Crunchy Salad was probably my favorite dish of the evening, and it wasn't even what I ordered. The tuna was perfect, and the salad's cabbage, greens, and vinaigrette combination was perfect! The Mac and Cheese was very tasty, the chicken was soft, the cheese wasn't too cheesy, everything was creamy. I must say when I was full it didn't even look like I put a dent into the dish, there were still a loooot of food left. I would suggest sharing his for sure between 2 people. The Surf and Turf burger was not as spectacular as I expected it to be. I wish there was more flavor in the lobster, and that it was hotter. The asparagus was a great addition to this burger too. All the flavors went together great, I just wish it was served hotter. I am not a beer person at all, I stay away from all of it, I had a sip of my friend's stot and the chocolate stout was nothing like I've tasted before. It was rich, and flavorful, mmmm. It was a little heavy though, but that maybe just my crazy dislike of the beer feeling in my tummy. Overall though, this is a must try when you come to Yard House. The lack of a reservation system will certainly make me choose specific times when I should or should not come here. I called in advance and was told they don't take reservations but they take call ins. When I called I guess it was too early to call in, and was told to call in 15 minutes before I arrived and I'd be places on the waiting-list. I called about 40 minutes before arriving because I know how long wait listes usually are at restaurants in this area. When We arrive, we still had about a 15 minutes wait left! If I would have called 15 minutes in advance like I was advised by the hostess we would have had to wait for an additional 40 minutes to be seated, and that is a big no-no in my books... I would suggest changing the system to being able to make a reservation but look at how packed the pace gets, I guess it really wouldn't make a difference.
(4)Debbie I.
I have been here several times over the past few years and have always found them to be very accommodating. Today was no exception! One of the managers (Frank) saw that I was in a bit of a hurry and the placed was packed so he offered to help. He got my order and placed it immediately after first sitting me at the bar with some ice water. The bartender (Lauren) is super efficient but she was swamped when I arrived and could not attend to me right away. The food is always excellent and the drinks are great. They have an extensive collection of crafts/ales/hard liquor. Great place for a quick bite and a drink or a nice sit down meal as well. If you don't like something, they are more than happy to get you something else. Always a good experience with this super staff!
(4)Ana R.
Ugh everything was so yummy! My boyfriend is a vegetarian and I was so excited to find a place he could also choose an entree that wasn't salad. They had a nice variety of vegetarian options. I hope to one day say I tried everything. Truffle fries and grilled artichoke are a must! Also love the variety of drink options. Seems like just an all around great place. Expect to wait if you go on a Saturday night but well worth it.
(5)Michael D.
Kids menu works. Parmasean crusted chicken in marsala wine saw didn't work so much for me. Atmosphere nice! Tables made of a material that feels sticky to the touch. Staff friendly and attentive!
(3)Walker A.
Excellent vegetarian options. Always busy on the weekends, but service is always fast and excellent. Parking can be difficult but the food is worth the effort.
(4)Kee V.
I think they key to Yardhouse is keeping your expectations in check. I've never found the food to be all that great but they have a few items I enjoy. They turkey pot pie isn't really a pot pie but it's still very good. Big chunks of turkey, good amount of veggies and good gravy. It's my go to order if I really don't know what I want. I also like the french onion soup because it isn't salty like most places similar to Yardhouse. The beer selection is really the main draw and most of the time, everything is good. There have been a few instances where beers have tasted like old, wet rags though. If I had to guess, it probably has to do with uncleaned lines. The last time there, my wings were terrible. They were so soggy and arrived to the table lukewarm. I had one and didn't eat the rest. Our server, who was really great btw, saw that there was a problem and offered to replace it but I was so turned off by that one terrible wing, I politely declined. The place is always busy so they must be doing something right.
(3)Laylajane A.
Came here for lunch, I'd been hearing about it for awhile. I requested an vanilla milkshake (not on the menu) and the waitress whipped up a delicious one herself. I had planned on having a meal but the appetizers were so big, we didn't need any entrees. The hot wings were DELICIOUS as were the stacked onion rings. My pomegranate mojito was a bit sweet but still tasty. We left with our head filled with ideas for the next visit and our bellies full. The wait staff was phenomenal.
(5)Crystal K.
Yard house is definitely worth it during happy hour! Super inexpensive food. Wish they had better drink specials though
(3)Malen S.
Perfect family restaurant.. Very kid friendly and thats why we love this place.. They have something for everyone and the meal are very good & reasonably price. Love this place. Never disappoints!
(4)Kaylene W.
Have been here a few times. The bar is nice and spacious but the environment itself is extremely noisy! The food was decent but for the price of drinks and appetizers you can get a better deal for your money. May go back for a drink but don't see myself spending much time here.
(2)Corisa A.
First of all, we are repeat customers at yardhouse. We had a very nice experience tonight. When we ordered our food, the wrong dish came out. I don't know if it was the waiters fault, or a mixup in the kitchen. We weren't upset at all because mistakes happen. I have to say that the manager on duty tonight, Dan, handled the situation as a true professional. He went above and beyond to accommodate us and make us happy. Our waiter, Jose, was so attentive the entire night even tho the error was made. I believe that yard house truly cares about the customers experience. Everyone is so friendly. The food here is always delicious.
(5)Elle M.
Delicious food? Yes Great, cold drink choices? Yes Friendly servers? Yes Plenty of televisions? Yes What more could you want? We had the jambalaya and bacon burger. Both were super yummy!
(5)Ilya K.
Pretty sure the waitress we had was nuts. After already placing a food and drink orders she brought them to the table and told us that if we ordered off the happy hour menu our food and drinks would have been 1/2 off. Now that would have been great to know before we ordered, not after. When I asked what drinks were part of happy hour she told us that she could.not tell us and that we'd have to order them first. Now to me that sounds like you either dont know what your doing or your crazy. From the numerous awkward exchanges we had, it could have likely been both. Yard House, please get help for Tina.
(1)Aaron A.
House of a million beers. They proudly display all the kegs behind a window in this huge, yellowy-lit cooler room. I could look up and see all the lines leading to the monster tap monster behind the bar. It reminded me of the scary furnace in the basement in Home Alone, go watch it, you'll see what I mean. Beer is the thing here. As proof, the bartender made me a disgusting, watery Manhattan with big chunks of ice floating on top. Sad panda. Some delicious bourbon waited in barrels for years just to wind up in that travesty of a cocktail. Giant appetizers. It was around 10 p.m., just in time for late night happy hour, several appetizers were half price. We ordered a few items that included avocado, they were really generous with the avocado, love that. Since cocktails are a struggle, I decided to try a short glass of the house Belgian. It was fruity and malty and strong. It was enjoyable, I would have another. We got the popular trio for dessert. It was definitely three things. I liked them all equally. My dainty lady wife took one bite of each thing, then left me to devour them like a bear in a jam factory. Terrific. Two bear metaphors in one review, is that too much? I'm going to go scratch my back on a tree.
(3)Joelle S.
If you like beer... well, let's just say this is the UTOPIA of Beer Restaurants! You can order a "flight" of beer and tastings are all the rage. But I digress... I don't come here for the beer, I come here for the atmosphere and the food! Met up with friends last week to enjoy some good food and watch a little Olympic coverage on TV (of which there are multiples!!). Our server, Lauren, informed us that it was Appetizer Happy Hour, and showed us on the menu a number of appetizers that were 1/2 price until 6PM, Well, that is all we needed to know and the ordering began. We had about 6 or 7 different appetizers for the four of us. MooShu Egg Rolls were my absolute favorite! Blue Crab Cakes with mango papaya chutney, Hawaiian Poke Stack of raw ahi with crispy wontons, California Roll, Kung Pao Calamari with candied walnuts red peppers celery and carrots was served with jasmine rice. Just so much to enjoy and we certainly did! Our server was awesome and very attentive. Making sure that we were well taken care of and happy with our choices. We finished off with a mini trio sampler for dessert. Lemon Souffle, peach apple cobbler and a chocolate souffle. Can I just say, it was one of the best dessert samplers I've ever had... Next visit: Salter Caramel Butterscotch Pudding! If you are eating late: 10pm to close they have additional menu items just for you! My favorite being the Black Truffle Cheeseburger. They make the truffle cheese in house, to die for...
(4)Julia Q.
I am definitely a chain hater but this place is amazing for the two appetizers I get every time I go. The Ahi tuna is amazing and so is the spicy salmon roll (which is not really a roll). They are such random menu choices for a mostly american place but are not to miss!!! My only issue with this place is for some reason they do not take reservations so if you go on a friday or saturday night you can just forget it unless you want to wait upwards of an hour.
(4)Beth R.
Yard House earned an aggressive three stars on my visit. But Beth R., you say, how can a place be aggressively O.K.? Exactly. The menu is, as others have mentioned, huge. Por ejemplo, the pre-meal nibblies list has subsections: snacks and appetizers. Our group of six got two apps and a snack, and the appetizers were generous (I think there were 16 inches of onion rings) but the chips and guacamole was disproportionate -- too much guac, not enough chips. There are also burgers, sandwiches, salads, tacos, seafood, house specialties - the list goes on. There's a whole section for fake protein, called Gardein (TM). I chose the Gardein burger, believing it would be a homemade burger made from the ingredients listed (soy, wheat and pea proteins plus veggies and grains). If it was homemade and/or made from those ingredients, they fooled me. It was closest to a Boca Burger, and not at all veggie, crumbly, substantial or tasty. I also requested a wheat bun and got white, which brings me to my next point. The service is certainly warm enough, but 1) they do the thing where they don't write down your order, which always gives me gray hair, and 2) things...take...forever. The place is busy, and all hands are on deck at all times. That said, still prepare to spend some time waiting. Don't look at your watch, and do prepare a couple rounds of "Would You Rather" to play with your tablemates so you don't notice how long it's taking. One big thumb up for the Muzak - a classic rock mix heavy on the Stones, Steely Dan, Led Zeppelin and even The Who. (Who eats to The Who? People who don't know how to rock and spin their arm in windmill fashion, that's who.) But thumbs sideways for everything else.
(3)Melissa A.
Largest draft beer selection in the world, need I say more?! For a suburban area, this restaurant/bar is a good choice for dinner, happy hour, watching games or having drinks with friends. One of my favorite things about yard house is their select half-off appetizers and pizzas during happy hour (Mon-Fri 3-6pm, Sun-Thurs 10pm-11pm). You receive a ton of food for a cheap price. What more could you ask for? I have tried almost everything on their happy hour menu and you really can't go wrong (Yes, I realize this means I've come here one too many times haha) One of my favorite entrees from their menu is the pepper crusted gorgonzola burger. Be warned that it is very peppery but if you love pepper like me, then it'll be delicious! Staff and bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable so feel free to ask questions about drinks/menu!
(4)Jess F.
First time here and will not be back! Food was bland and was not good quality. Prices are outrageous and if you are paying that price, you are thinking it will be good. WRONG! What a disappointment!
(1)Marjorie B.
Consistent good food. I'm always amazed the amount of business they do. I tend to eat the same things...always tastes the same. My entire family loved The Yard House! Highly recommend
(5)Jen W.
Went to Yard House to celebrate for an anniversary. We got there pretty late but to a pleasant surprise the happy hour menu was in effect. We ordered jambalaya pasta, truffle fries, Hawaiian poke stack, and shrimp lobster garlic noodles. When we got out food, the server brought out some entree called chicken bowl, which we did not order. I told the server right away and she took it away to double check. Then the manager came right after to apologize and bring the right menu. It was served within minutes! They even offered ice cream on the house. Lobster was so fresh it melted in my mouth. Jambalaya was tangy and full of flavor. Overall, plenty of meat and awesome menu. the House ipa beer was crisp and refreshing. It was one of those beers that go perfectly at late night. The honey blonde was tangy and also had the right level of sweetness.
(5)Dan B.
Is the Yard House a good place for lunch with your 86 your old grandmother? F'yea it is! I've been here a few times now, usually in the evenings when the place is popping but lunch is a bit more subdued. I went with my lovely grandmother here for lunch and was served with nothing but awesome. Our waitress Jen was both attentive and knowledgeable. My gosh, how I wish every woman knew beer like her! I had the fish and chips, my grandmother the cheddar bacon burger--both of us very happy. I'd like to say I've tried other things from the menu but those gosh darn fish and chips are so good I'd feel regret to go without having them. Seriously, if I I always got service like this I'd stop cooking for myself and probably be bankrupt but at least ridiculously satisfied. This is the first place in my life I've went and called to speak to management about how fantastic they are, and they are. The staff deserves it, they are excellent and that makes or breaks a business. Thanks Jen and the Yard House for a wonderful afternoon!
(5)Chris M.
This place is good for the huge tap beer selection they have, about 100 on tap. When it first opened, we were astonished by the endless number of taps that circle around the bar. The excitement pretty much stops here. This place is either a bit on the teenie bopper side or on the snooty "I just paid 100 bucks to golf at the Glen" crowd. For the suburbs, this place is hard to have conversation, and since it's one big room of concrete and stainless steel everywhere, it's hard for groups to conversate. I had some jamiacan jerk chicken wings that were okay, and a turkey burger (I'm training for the marathon, people. Gotta eat somewhat healthy). The sandwich was pretty decent, but certainly the prices weren't ($10.25 for the burger w/ fries). So, all in all, the food here is not worth the trip out. The beer is about all you can say about it. They used to have a Monday Night Football special where every pint was $2-3 bucks. Not sure if they do that anymore. If anyone knows, spread the word.
(3)John C.
Went the day after Thanksgiving so it was very busy but that is still no excuse for the rude service our party of 10 received from our server. A few people had just arrived when others left, and we all continued to order drinks, but he brought the check and asked us to settle up after hovering a while. Without decent service a place like this is nothing.
(1)Natalie H.
Best beer selection in the burbs! Since it was a lovely evening, we were able to take advantage of the outdoor seating. There are heat lamps on the patio as well which were adjusted based on the weather. Towards the end of the evening the staff turned one up to accommodate the cold coming in. I had a delicious grilled cheese with tomato soup and great service. I will be back.
(4)Eui Jeong K.
Ordered the lobster garlic noodles. Only issue was i got a couple tiny pieces of the shell in my meal.
(3)Glenn D.
Go for half price apps or don't complain about the prices The service has always been good at worst. I think people that have had bad service asked for it. Julia A. --- The people that came in after you were paged when it was their turn. We have been known to take the pager down to the Red Star (now closed) and have a beer there while we wait. If you like beer, get the sampler with 6 types. If your real lucky, and your there Thursday afternoon when they change the 6 for the week, you will get to try 12 different beers. (happened to me once). Can get a little loud with the lousy acoustics. Lots of tv's, pretty kid friendly and food quality is decent. Outside patio is very nice in good weather. GD
(4)Christina C.
The waitress we had was horrible and very rude to us. To top it off we found a dead fly in our lettuce wrap! -____-
(1)Steve K.
I love the food, atmosphere, and beer selection. The service is generally OK, but they are extremely crowded on Friday's/Saturday's so it can be a little slow. Food: The Hawaiian burger is fantastic. I've also had the Mac and Cheese, which has truffle sauce and comes off a little too strong. But, the avocado chicken sandwich was great too. Beer: The bar has over 100 beers on tap in a huge variety. I usually go for the Hefeweizens, which they have a great selection of. My wife loves that they have Framboise (a fruity beer). Atmosphere: Yard House is extremely loud when it's packed, and it's been packed every time I've been there. Reminds me more of a restaurant in the city, but more spacious. Area: Parking isn't bad, you have to go in the parking garage, but sounds like they have valet now. I haven't been since this started. The Glen is a nice area to take a walk at night, but not much nightlife besides the theater next door. I have to talk off a star because they don't take reservations. Otherwise, this would be a great birthday dinner spot for a group. A party of 2-4 will often wait a good 30-45 minutes for a table if you get there 6ish on a Friday night (so, not terrible) but at least the beer keeps you occupied while you wait. It's a good idea to call ahead and check what the wait is, especially if you have a larger party.
(4)Amelia W.
As everyone has mentioned, the beer selection is fantastic. I love that the beers are categorized in the menu by type -- all of the red ales are together, all of the bocks are together, etc. It makes exploration of the extensive beer list much easier. As far as I can tell, most pints are in the $6 range, which isn't bad for a good beer. I've been here twice (once at the bar, once in the restaurant) and the service has been excellent both times. They were happy to answer questions, give recommendations, were very friendly and attentive without being overbearing. They struck up conversations as appropriate but still did their job professionally. I can't think of a better word to describe the service than "excellent." There is a unique mix of food on the menu -- can't categorize it as just "American" or "Asian" or anything. I felt that I got my money's worth the first time I ate there... the most recent time seemed fairly expensive for what we actually got. I also found it a little bit difficult to pick something to eat, since most menu items have an unexpected twist of some sort. (Maybe I need to be more adventurous!) Overall, I'd recommend it.
(4)Allison E.
Pretty standard American restaurant fare. The menu is huge so everyone is bound to find something they like. I went with a burger and it was delicious.Nothing seemed over-the-top exciting or interesting but it was all completely serviceable. Our waitress was great and almost too attentive. It was a little on the loud side, but all in all, a solid time.
(3)Isabelle L.
Definitely a place to go to for happy hour (from 3 to 6 PM Monday through Friday) when most of the appetizers are half price. Food is certainly of quality and well presented. The place is a bit pricey though. The appeal: a lot a lot a lot of beer on tap to choice from. Go for the beer.
(3)Victor L.
Medium burger = well done. Small portion. Poor service. Yard house has gone downhill.
(2)Sabrina B.
Yardhouse doesn't take reservations. The patio is a decent size in the summer. Wide range of food and drink menu.
(4)Greg M.
The massive beer list is a draw, but the food is really, really good, too. Seems just a bit pricey, but the hamburgers and entrees are enjoyable. I recommend the truffle fries. With those alone, you'll be back.
(4)Gwynne R.
This restaurant is located in the Glen, and I went with two coworkers around 1:30 in the afternoon. When we walked in, the host and hostess were on the phone and didn't so much as look at us. Then, the hostess got off the phone and immediately got another call and got back on the phone instead of helping us. OOOOOKay!? Another hostess came up and sat us. Despite my initial bad impression of the place, given by the front desk, the rest of my experience here was great. Our server was friendly, funny and attentive without being annoying. Our food came out fast and was delicious. I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato basil soup. WOW. It was like three different kinds of cheeses, crusty bread, and creamy soup. Amazing. I also had the onion ring tower, which is sprinkled with parmesan cheese and served w/ chipotle and ranch sauce. Also reallllly good! My coworkers had a buger and the crab cake hoagie and they said their food was excellent too. Not to mention....the Pomegranite martini. Yes, I do have a small obesssion. The one here is PERFECTION. Too bad I went here on my lunch break because I could have downed 3 or 4 instead of just one. I would give it 5 stars but the hosts were wack and it is overpriced. Overall, I would definitely recommend Yard House if you are out in the 'burbs.
(4)Amy L.
Not bad. Came here on a weekend night and it was quite busy. I believe we had to wait about an hour. We had a big group of 9. The only negatives I had was it's very loud in there so the booth we sat in was quite big that you got to raise your voice a bit to talk to one another. The other negative was the price, a bit high for me. I ordered the margherita pizza, can't usually go wrong there, it was good. We shared nachos, which was excellent. Everybody pretty much liked their food. They had a huge beer selection. The waitress knew her stuff too and recommended what is now my hubby's favorite beer. Two of our gals shared a Yard glass drink which is what they're known for: glasses that are a yard in height. They said it was watered down though unfortunately so maybe not worth it.
(3)Shira G.
I have been here before and it was ok, but boy has this place gone downhill. Food came cold, they got 2/4 orders wrong so we ate at different times, charged us extra for things even though we couldn't get the items that came with the meal, waitress double charged credit card and still waiting for this to be cleared up... won't be going here again!
(1)Adam W.
Found this place by accident when i got lost...and totally glad i did because its an awesome restaurant. Beer list, well its not even a list, its a declaration of we know our shit. They have something like 115 beers ON TAP, yes ON TAP. God knows what that looks like in the BOH with all those lines and kegs (which i would actually like to see). The food is actually really good too. They are always busy, but the restaurant is huge so wait is usually no longer than 10 minutes if that. The area that it is in is quite nice as well...shopping area and what not. Check it out if you are in the area. The bill for 2 with apps, entrees, drinks, and a few more drinks was like 60 bucks...so totally affordable.
(4)Mark e.
Well this place really is overpriced , slow service, the managers never ever around to tables. I do not understand why they are busy, I really don't spending all this money I 1.should get better service 2. The egos of the servers is that I am nothing them. 3. Managers really are never around to help.4 I would rather have the hussars wait on me I saw them more. I really don't say this about restaurants since I my self am " in the business" This place really does suck!please stay a way, boycott, over over priced. Smaller portions the last few times! Pushy servers they become mad because you don't want to order right away. I as a manager would never have this happen , it is bad / worse management style . They are very lazy they should run the door, not the hosts they do not greet you they just tell you how long the wait is, then give you this buzzer and user quote. The older bearded bartender should get some manners from the bus staff!! This place can be great it comes down the manager style it SUCKS never ever again!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(1)Cupcake S.
I go here all the time....never had a bad meal! My two favorites are the mac and cheese and the grilled cheese. Whenever I try something new, I'm always pleased with the food!
(5)Jeannie T.
It's kind of a haul for us, but we like to go to the Yard House a few times a year or so. Tons and tons of beer on tap, which makes the hubby happy. I really like their mac and cheese! I got a burger once - it was ok, but admittedly, I'm not a huge burger fan. If you like beer, you need to go at least once!
(4)Vishal P.
Great selection...and the bar tenders know what they are talking about!!!
(5)Ngoc H.
Tons of beer on draft and half off appetizers on weekends from 3-6pm? I'm definitely there! Everything on the appetizer menu is great, well aside from the wings, I've had better, but none the less they're still good. The Mac and cheese is phenomenal and the fried chicken is beyond heavenly. The NY strip steak is huge! It came out perfect. If you're not a big beer fanatic, try the woodchucks pear cider, it's sparkly and very lite, almost like sprite or 7up. The garlic noodles are surprisingly very good. Parking is abundant and service was wonderful, very knowledgeable staff. Fun place for a big group.
(5)Grace L.
I always have a nice time here. Good food, great company, and love the outdoor seating.
(4)Chris D.
the only place I can get sea dog blueberry wheat ale.
(4)Jake M.
I went here with my family yesterday and was slightly disappointed. This place kinda reminded me of a Hard Rock Cafe. My BBQ Bacon Cheddar burger was very good as were the fries. All the burgers come with a garlic aiola that was very good, especially when dipping the fries into it. Despite this, my friends fish was way to thick, tough, and not blackened at all. The restaurant had great service and the manager was happy to replace the fish with a new meal.
(4)Christine P.
This place has an insane number of beers on tap!!! (and I think I remember someone once telling me they had the most out of any other restaurant in the states?) Don't be intimidated by the selection. We asked our waiter a few questions in picking a beer and he was very knowledgeable and we ended up really liking the ones we got. (so many of them...i can't remember the name. hehe!) Also, for something a little different, try one of the beer floats. We got the chocolate one and it was really good!!! Their food is also pretty good although it can be a little pricey. The best time to go is during their happy hour. (Between 3-6pm on M-F) Appetizers are half off and almost all the ones I've tried tasted really good and were large enough portions to be a full meal. (Between me and my bf, we ordered 3 appetizers and had enough left over to take home.) The area is really nice too if you want to walk around before or afterwards. Parking can be a little hard sometimes and you might have to settle for one of the parking garages behind the building and walk a little bit.
(4)Lauren H.
Since I live close to this place, sometimes this is one of the restaurants that is suggested. I want to love it but it's just OK in my book. Lately we've been coming for happy hour which is probably the only reason I'd come here because it's half off on certain food..Other than that, to me I don't think it's worth paying the big bucks unless your really hungry!
(3)Todd M.
I would visit the Yardhouse again for their wide variety of beers on tap. I counted over 100 draft beers available. I enjoyed the Robert the Bruce by Three Floyds Brewing Company. I should point out that we had an appetizer (I believe it was a spinach dip) that was nothing to write home about, but I would go back solely for the great beers.
(4)Alan R.
I absolutely hate chains. Whenever I am with someone that wants to go to Chili's, Applebee's or Bennigan's I grimace and put up as much of a fight as I can to avoid it. That said, Yardhouse is way better than that. It is a bit expensive for what it is. Everything I have had here is excellent. As with most chains, they have an extensive menu. The menu is also innovative, unlike the aforementioned chains. The Pizza is very good as are their burgers. Surprisingly, the Shashimi was also good. The beer list is the best I have seen including over 100 Beers on Tap. Don't miss the 3-6 and 10-11pm happy hours with half price appetizers.
(4)Krystle S.
This place is great. The appetizers are phenomenal and if you're a beer person, you'll fall in love with the large beer selection. The servers are very friendly and attentive. Make sure you take advantage of their Happy Hour deals on appetizers and pizzas. Call ahead seating is highly recommended. It gets packed on Friday and Saturday nights so make sure to give yourself enough time to call ahead. This place is great for group dinners and kids.
(5)Bobby D.
This is one of my favorite bars. With almost one hundred beers on tap, how can you go wrong? The food is pretty darn good to and in you can catch a movie after dinner or vise vest. A little pricey but you are paying for a very nice atmosphere too.
(5)J P.
I love the location and it was so beautiful to walk around The Glen in the winter. To start, the Hostess in the front was very nice, we didn't have a reservation and it was packed, we had to wait around 25 minutes. We wanted to go look around but couldn't bring that..flashy thing with us. She marked us down as if we had called in for a reservation at that time so that we were able to look around. When we got back we were seated right away. It was packed because there was a very good bulls game on. We had a very cute waitor as well haha! We asked about the lobster/crab dip and he said it was awesome, per his recommendation we got it and it was good. We also ordered the organic tomato bisque and turkey sliders which were both soooooo delicious, I especially loved the soup and the fries that came with the sliders! it was a nice cozy place and they also had so many beers to choose from. Also their menu was sooo extensive I was wanting to order everything. I will just have to go back in order to try all the things I wanted!
(5)John D.
If you were to ask 100 people about yard house I would bet 50 say they love this place and will swear by it and the other 50 think its over rated and not worth the money. I fall into the latter. Yard House is expensive for what it is. Wide arrange of different cuisines, bar foods, and beers. The beer selection is huge, but every time I have gone in and asked for a specific beer they didn't have it or they were "out of it." It was not like I asked for something obscure either. If you are looking to try this place go during happy hour when appetizers are half off otherwise its not worth your money unless you are a beer aficionado.
(2)Meg S.
Food is good here, but it's difficult to hold a conversation if you're not a loud talker----very very noisy. Cool menu and good beer though!
(3)Carolynne M.
The absolute nicest looking restaurant in the Glen, and I have seen inside all of them except for maybe one. Went in to grab a quick bite before a movie. We were a bit shocked at the lunch prices, but after the food arrived we could see why. The portions were VERY large, but excellently presented and really good! BF had the french onion soup and caesar salad. Both got the thumbs-up. I had the clam chowder - really good too and loaded with big chunks of clam & potato. I also ordered the chilled edamame. Fantastic! They came with just a touch of kosher salt and I couldnt stop eating them, they were that good. mmmm. Too bad we were there so early in the day, as the beer selection looked very interesting. We will definitely be back.
(4)Shivali D.
I've been to Yard House a couple of times now but I'm reviewing it for my most recent visit. So they don't take reservations... And even though it's a large facility that has many many tables (plus seasonal patio) theres always a wait! They do allow you to call ahead but in my opinion that doesn't mean much because you have to wait anyways. The wait is worth it for the food though! I'm a huge fan as YH caters to vegetarians with their Gardein features. I've tried the BBQ chicken pizza and wings off of their in the past both of which were good! This time I ordered a burger but i wasn't a fan of the burger they used, it had a weird after taste. My friends ordered the chicken strips which they liked but I wasn't a fan, and another friend ordered the Mac and cheese which she thought was great. The drinks were great and the fact that they allow you to sample beer is pretty sweet! YH is awfully pricey and I love it for the veggie options but my meat eater friend doesn't find it worth the money, maybe only once in a while. Overall service was good and attentive. I love the Glen do that speaks for the environment. Also Via Gelato is right across which is a huge plus so I say skip desert and grab some Gelato instead!
(4)steve l.
Great beer. Food can be very good or not good. They need someone to pay attention to the dishes as the leave the kitchen.....
(2)Lauren D.
Stranded in the suburbs? Stop at Yard House! One of only a few places that stays open pretty late. Yard House is a cool place to hang out and can satisfy 99% of its customers. Although service can be lacking and sometimes nonexistent, their beer selection is unbeatable (we're talking Delirium on tap) and their appetizers will soothe even the saltiest of cravings. (Try the onion tower, spinach/artichoke dip, edemame, calamari...) The crowd is typically younger, 21 - 40. Accomodates large groups easily, and there are televisions at every angle. Also, really good music always playing. The menu is considerably extensive, including everything from pricey steaks and seafood to cheaper burgers, pizzas and pastas. I'd recommend the Hawaiian burger.
(3)Gerry G.
First, don't go necessarily expecting the best service. Some of their staff are excellent--DJ (or TJ?) in particular, and Adam are both great servers and are very enthusiastic. We've had plenty of below average experiences too, but the great beer selection (about 100 on tap,) the good food, and the Monday Night Football and Happy Hour specials keep us coming back. During Monday Night football, they serve "almost" half price beer, and half priced appetizers. They also do a happy hour of half priced appetizers only. There's a limited late night reduced price appetizer list as well. Don't miss the chicken nachos and the quite spicy Thai pizza. Incidentally, once I had a problem with the restaurant not honoring a promotion and wrote a letter to the management company. They handled it wonderfully and ended up more than making up for the mishap.
(4)Martin M.
Ok food, nothing to brag about. Average service, with a very sticky floor. Been here a couple times, but thats because of friends. Not a big fan.
(2)Scott H.
This place isn't close to home but I have visited twice and would go back again. It isn't cheap but the beer selection is great and the food is good. I have had the bernaise sliders, they are delicious and big enough to split between 2 people. They have you typical bar fare along with some classier entrees so it's the best of both worlds. The place has been jam packed both times but the service wasn't hindered one bit, which is a huge plus.
(4)Derek G.
I wasn't really sure what to expect at this upscale bar and grill. However, I am happy to report that my experience was great. Yard House is tucked away within the confines of the Glenn. It is in essence Bar Louie if Bar Louie made a lot of money and lived in Winnetka.
(4)Christine P.
How can you go wrong with around 100 different kinds of beer on tap??? Almost everything I've had here for food (and beer!) has been outstanding. This usually ends up being the meeting place for my friends and I when we have about seven of us together, and the waiters are always great with us. The mixed drinks and martinis are also pretty good. If there's a wait, though, there are better places to check out. It's just most of them aren't in the Glen!
(4)Abhist D.
So...what you hear about this place is SOOOO true. This is my wife's new bar of choice and she'd been begging me to go with her for the longest time. I had been by the Glen a couple times but had never actually gone in. When I walked in there, I wasn't too impressed. It was just like any other bar. But then I saw the beer menu and I literally popped my cherry! They have 110 beers on tap...110!!! If you don't believe me, check out the link below and even you'll be blown off your feet! yardhouse.com/files/beer… The food is, surprisingly, pretty damn good, albeit a little overpriced. But the first time we went there, we met up with a few friends and just had drinks and appetizers, some of the best calamari I've ever had (WARNING: if you're with a date, or plan on hooking up and making out...be sure to bring gum because the calamari is laced with garlic seasoning). The second time we went back, I got the (Mac+Cheese) 2. Its pasta with chedder and parmesan, roasted chicken, applewood smoked bacon, and wild mushrooms. I enjoyed the meal, although I thought the bacon was a bit hard for my taste. Overall, this place is the haven for the Beer Gods......a Mount Olympus that us lowly mortals who love beer can readily enjoy! (oh, and they have happy hour from 3-6 with half price appetizers!)
(4)Jessica O.
Ahhhhhh, the glory of over 100 beers on tap. Where to begin? Most importantly, don't go here for good unless it is happy hour during the week or late night on the weekends... I really wouldn't order anything other than appetizers or starter salads of the menu, since it is a bit pricey... but as soon as those specials kick in... WORTH it! I love the moo-shoo egg rolls, the sliders (get em with onion straws... so good), the onion rings, the lettuce wraps, and the nachos (THEY'RE HUGE!). I wouldn't so much recommend the calamari, or the spicy tuna...I've had mixed experiences. The beers are great, most of the servers are wonderful, and it is a fun place for ladies to get together (martinis as well) and for guys to get together (lots of flat-screen plasmas around the place). Overall... a great place pre or post movie! Open till midnight, 1 am on Saturdays.
(4)Elizabeth C.
Food and service was really great. No complaints.
(4)Stephanie E.
The food was pretty good. Good fresh fish, NY Strip with garlic mash potatoes was awesome. However, our server Craig was probably the best part. He was extremely accomendating and knowledgable. There was not one thing he recommended for us that wasn't good.
(4)Terri L.
$16.25 for macaroni and cheese??? Really???? I ordered the "Mac and cheese squared" which is macaroni with bacon bits and mushrooms in it. yes, $16.25!! The food was just so-so. It was not worth nearly what I paid. If money is no object, this may not be objectionable. But there are so many truly good dining choices in Glenview and the surrounding areas, I will be making different choices in the future!!
(1)Brian L.
This is the spot in Glenview! I love Yardhouse, this place is huge! They have a huge beer menu and I mean HUGE! Their apple woodchuck beer is very delicious I totally recommend it and they serve it in an amazing high glass! Their food is just as good, I ordered the cob salad and it was heaven! The service is wonderful may I add. I would definitely come again.
(4)Dheeraj R.
Excellent food. Great service even when they are busy. Awesome beer selection.
(5)Eliza M.
This place has over 100 beers on tap so it's always fun to take someone here who would get a kick out of that (like my brother, brother-in-law). It's also a chance to try some beer that you otherwise wouldn't. The food was decent but maybe a little overly priced. And I recall the music being quite loud but at least it was good music (classic rock).
(4)Gail C.
What more can I say about a place that has 130 beers on tap, except awesome? The bar which is in the middle of the restaurant wraps around with plenty of tv's available for viewing sports events. Very open and airy. The avocado and swiss burger is very good. The fries are salt and pepper encrusted and excellent. Thin and semi crispy, yum! Happy hours are from 3-6pm where appetizers are half off: some of the great app's are: Seared Ahi sashimi, and Jamaican wings. For entree's try the porcini encrusted halibut or pepper encrusted filet. The desserts are a bit pricey and nothing special.
(5)Jerry W.
I like it even though it is over-priced and borders on having a "mall restaurant" feel. Staff is average, food is above average, prices are above average and the ambiance is good. A good choice if you are going to a movie. Over time the Glen has gone downhill in my estimation from a nice destination to a teenage hangout. Nonetheless, Yard House is a good place to get some food when in the area.
(3)David B.
Yard House sometimes doesn't take reservations, and it gets really crowded. Be prepared to stand by the front door or the bar area for a little while. However, the bar area is large enough -- a giant circle -- that you can easily stand in small groups waiting there. The televisions are not a focal point of the restaurant, but you can see them anywhere in the place. I swear they must have 100 beers on tap here, including lots of things that will be tough to find at other restaurants. The food is also very good -- the "sliders" appetizer was surprisingly nothing like White Castle sliders except in appearance and then teriyaki ribs were unique and really well-cooked. Entrees range from the cheap -- sandwiches, pizza, and burgers at $10 -- to the expensive with seafood and steaks topping near $30. The location is really nice, too, because of the pseudo-downtown feel of the street. Parking is available down the whole street, and there's also a garage near the middle of the strip. I suppose it's probably a closer feel to Old Orchard Mall than Clark St, but it's still nice to see the effort. You can walk out of the restaurant and have several other bars, coffee shops, or dessert places to choose from.
(4)Brenda D.
The food is fine but make sure you check you bill. We were told about a wrong special talked to manager said they would fix it but their solution was cheap then I complained agian only to make them honor what the waiter told us and it took forever but they finally honored the mistakes. They do have good gluten free options. Lots of beer but overpriced.
(3)walter M.
I've eaten here around 15 times because I live in Glenview and it's kid friendly at lunch time on the weekends. Here are my issues: *Service is pretty average, nobody really cares about going above and beyond, the check is always late and after they drop it off, they take a long time to come back and get it. If you have kids, they have no sensitivity to speed. *Menu is over-engineered. There are 5-6 different things going on with every dish and I've tried everything from the sushi (which is horrible) to the turkey burger (which is mushy at best). *Kid-friendly place, but they have horrible kid cups (lids come off very easily), don't have straws that can bend, and serve adult food on the kid menu. Chicken fingers are beer battered, and once you start cutting em up, all the breading falls off and you're left with a slimy pile of chicken that isn't really that good. I keep going and ordering different menu items i n the hope that I can find something I can get every time, but have yet to find it. A few more tries and I'll be out of options. Go if you just want to get an average burger and good beers. Do not go if you like good food and aren't drinking.
(1)Brad C.
Super beer selection. The amount of beers on tap is great. Hopleaf may have a ton of beers but they aren't all on tap. The food is pretty decent. If you can, go for Monday night football, even if you don't like football they have some great specials that day.
(4)Vick C.
I went there with my boyfriend for late dinner after my class, I really think that's a good place for late night since they have 1/2 off of their appetizer menu after 10pm, we ordered a Thai spicy chicken pizza for only 6 dollars, and it's huge! Beer still good from tap and I really have nothing can complaint!
(4)Albert C.
Wow, some pretty harsh reviews. =p Sure, it's not great but it's not *that* bad either. One of my college/grad school friends works and lives in the northern suburbs, so the Glen ends up being a convenient meeting place whenever I'm back in town. Invariably, we usually find ourselves at The Yardhouse, which isn't bad for what it is, a corporate chain. Prices are a little higher than I'd hope for out in the 'burbs, but then again, I'm looking at from the perspective of a cash-strapped resident physician. Portions are average to above-average, though nowhere as bountiful as Cheesecake Factory. I have to admit that I'm a fan of the ahi crunchy salad. The appetizers are an ok value during happy hour when they're half off, but not worth it when they're full price. $11 for 2 crab cakes? Come on. Since I'm not a big fan of alcohol, I'll leave the commentary on their selection to other, more experienced Yelpers.
(3)Aubrey R.
We went here after running some errands on Saturday and we were pleasantly surprised. The place was very busy, but we were able to get a table after waiting only 5 minutes. Our server was very pleasant, she asked us for our drink order and asked us if we had been there before. We told her it was our first time and that the menu was overwhelming. There were so many things to choose from, everything sounded so good. She gave us some suggestions. We ended up getting the calamari, wings and a grilled cheese but instead of tomato soup, I wanted the french onion. We also got a side of fries. The place was really busy, so it took about 20 minutes for us to get our food which was fine. I do not like calamari at all, not my thing. I've tried it a few times and it always has been rubbery to me. I tried it and it was crispy and tasted pretty good, but still, I could only try one bite. My boyfriend enjoyed his wings. They were all the drumstick part. He said they were really tasty. My grilled cheese was good. I had it with bacon and it was crispy, the bread had parm cheese on it making a nice crust on the outside of the bread. I'm a picky eater, so I took the blue cheese out that they had and I also asked for a side of honey mustard. The server remembered. Usually servers get my order wrong because I'll put this and that on the side or take things out. The french onion soup is also really good. For subbing instead of tomato soup, had to pay a buck extra. The fries were shoestring fries, but they were kind of breaded. Good fries. The server came around quite a bit to check on us even though she had a ton of tables and she always came to refill our drinks. We want to come back again to try the mac and cheese with bacon and also the swordfish. I hope they open up one of these in the city. Very good and it would be a local hang out for us.
(4)Ann Y.
Went here for a late lunch and I really enjoyed it. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. I really liked how the put sugar around the lemonade glass. What a nice touch! I had a chicken enchilada stack and it was HUGE and tasty. I would definitely get it again. I also tried the chicken nachos which were quite good (and 1/2 off becuase we went before 6:00 on a week day). My dad had the mac and cheese squared which was yummy and my mom had the orange chicken which she liked. This place remindes me of cheesecake factory a bit but with way better service and more personal touches.
(4)Christian H.
The Yardhouse has a fantastic selection of beer. Being a lover of beer, all I can say is they need not do much more. However, they do. There are several items on the menu that go great with beer, including the sliders (i like the classic vs. the Bearnaise), boneless chicken and mash, and the jambalaya (which is creamier than traditional recipes, but good). Their steak is not top quality, but if you are looking for good steak at this place - that is your mistake. Chicago has lots of good steak places. This place is good for beer and bar food that is a bit better than most.
(4)Y.D. K.
Great place to go to for a wide selection of beers, I think more than 50 that are on tap and ready for the pouring, but I think its definitely more than 100...You can also have a Miller Lite or a Budweiser for the ones who are too scared to try something different. YH also have mixed drinks as well as mixed beers too, and then food is also availbale which is quite good. Despite the great features available at the bar and kitchen, it is EXPENSIVE. $20 will take you for a couple of beers, maybe three, but to eat more or try other beers/drinks will run you quite a large bill. Also, despite having a big bar area and lots of chairs and tables, it is often more than 80% full. Still, bonus points for the large amount of beers to try/drink; penalty for the stiff bill, but then again, its The Glen and it is all expensive. Can't find parking on the street - if you can stand walking a block or two, a free garage is nearby. Also, go for the half or yard glasses of your choice of beverage - quite an interesting way to drink your poison!
(3)JL S.
I met up with two friends that I haven't seen in a really long time at Yard house. I arrived first and they were running late so I asked for a table and they said it would be a 40 minute wait. 25 minutes later I was seated, before my friends even got there! I asked the waiter what he recommended. He said the (Mac + Cheese)^2 and the Chicken Enchilada Stack. But I really wanted a burger so I got the BBQ Bacon Cheddar burger. It was realllly good. The fries were okay. My friends are both vegetarians and got things they enjoyed, so it was awesome. I started my meal with dessert, the Young's Double Chocolate Stout float. If you haven't had one before, like me, it will blow your mind. I ended my meal with the House Belgian Triple. It was a GREAT beer!
(4)Leocris L.
i love coming here because of the drink selection. you'll have a hard time figuring out what to get, which could be good or bad. the bar is smack dab in the middle, and a good size. however, good luck finding a spot on fri or sat nights. it may be a tight squeeze. the food is great. but pricey. i did get pretty sick from the spinach dip, and since then have had a fear of it. that was my only bad experience.
(4)Katie M.
A group of 6 of us went to The Yard House. this group of people, or at least most of us, go out weekly to drink beer and socialize. We intended to get there for happy hour to save on food and spend more on beer. I will say - they have a great beer menu which is organized really well. We arrived about 1 - 2 minutes after happy hour ended. When I inquired if we could still get the happy hour 1/2 price appetizers, the not-so-nice hostess said no we were too late. OK, yes we were late - by a minute or two, but first,she was not at all nice about it (I had even called to see if we could place an order over the phone as we were stuck in traffic and was told no). Second, as I explained to her, we were a fairly large group, old enough to know "good" beer, ready to order at least a few beers per person, ready to eat to cover the beer, and old enough to appreciate good service and tip well. In my opinion, the hostess could have at least been nicer about the whole situation. I think making 6 NEW customers should be a priority.....there are far too many other really good beer places in the area now. I hope it was worth it to the Yard House to lose 6 future customers......When here are that many beer places to choose from, it can come down to how the customer is treated.
(2)Gabriel T.
The best Pepper jack cheeseburger I ever ate. The food so far is fantastic. I ordered for pick up and I made sure to request ketchup (Which they never gave) I also ordered soup and they never supplied me with a spoon. That's the only reason I took one star off, otherwise it would have gotten 5 stars.
(4)Andrea C.
Great atmosphere and an amazing bar love the bear list and martinis. The service is great and the food is good however it is very heavy with salt and oil.
(3)Paul H.
Racist manager fired. good food and drink
(3)constantine a.
Just not a fan. Food isn't that bad (which is why i gave two stars) but the price tag that goes with the food is extreme. Huge restaurant and nice outdoor patio, but the price doesn't make me want to come back.
(2)M. K.
Waited 45 minutes for our meal...which was a bunless burger and buttered noodles for the kids. Apologetic but did nothing to make up for it. Will not go there again
(1)Patty D.
Love love love this place... I used to work around the way from here and it's a great addition to Glenview - Go during the week when you can get 1/2 priced appetizers (until 5:30 or 6:00 pm - I can't remember) which include sashimi, sliders, nachos, Hand Rolls, hand tossed pizzas, wings and more... the martinis are nice and strong. I've been there with friends who are beer lovers and they mentioned there's an incredible variety of beers... I'm more of a vodka and wine drinker so I don't know any better with the beer thing... It's a nice atmosphere and worth the stop - if you are on the North Shore. Did I mention I love this place???
(5)David S.
My wife and I went here before we met our son. We have been talking about going back but the early bedtime makes it difficult, but we shall return!!! I enjoyed the spirits and she watched. We both enjoyed the Happy Hour appetizers. We were able to order 5 items for less then the price of two entrees!!! What a deal!!!
(5)Theresa K.
Yard House is located at "The Glen" a ritzy area dedicated to food, shopping and entertainment. I have dined here a handful of times and have never been disappointed. The atmosphere is huge with ample space both inside and in their outside seating area. The service is great; the servers are very knowledgeable about the items on the menu and the plentiful of beer on hand. Go here if just for the beer choices. I'm happy to say that the Yard House is vegetarian friendly. Yes, there are around 10 unique and delicious items on the menu. However, I have ordered the tomato bisque soup, salads, and of course the mac 'n cheese. You have to order the mac 'n cheese. I opt out of the bacon and chicken and it's still satisfying enough. Next time, I'd like to try some of their vegetarian dishes which are made with Gardiena products. They sound heavenly. I would check this place out if you're in the neighborhood and looking for some hearty, delicious bar food.
(4)Saumil J.
One of the best places to enjoy classic rock, good food, sports, and a wide variety of beers on tap. Over 100 beers should quench the salavating needs that a grown adult requires. The food is well above average if you're seeking a good family environment. The price can be slightly above average, but it is manageable.
(5)WIndow S.
extensive menu with something for everyone who loves beer, meat or fake meat (lots of Gardien psuedo chicken options). Rushed impersonal service, but in a very busy location - always a wait for tables. Servers toss plates on the table, not necessarily to right person. Boxed up leftover crabcakes but left behind all the sauce and salad and garnished we had wanted. Pretty pricey for what it is (I guess California prices, since chain is based there), especially when half your leftovers are left behind.
(3)Greg B.
ok, place to stop for brew, food used to be better 4 years ago . dont like stuff rotation good peaople got moved to other locations. new crew not train well enough . still recommended for qiuck lunch
(3)Happy M.
My family use to go to the Yard house a lot mostly on weekends. Sometimes we had to wait for a long time but we did not care since most of the time the food was pretty good. Like the Asian sea bass, Lobster pasta or surf and turf burger, but I have to admit that the service is not as good as it use to be..Wait stuff is a little disappointing, I have noticed that few times already with couple of servers. I think the management needs to pay more attention and retrain people... There is a lot of waiters wondering around but no one really cares.. Last time we waited 20 minutes before anyone noticed us..and the restaurant was not busy .. Not sure if we want to go back.
(3)kavan s.
Love the food and great people. Only restaurant I know that sells sweet potatoe fries. And have been in bussiness since the glen opened unlike the tower / redstart. Even my parents like it.
(5)Ryan S.
Well, went there for a family get together... Waited over 2hrs for a table but they were so unorganized and gave our table away....most terrible service I have ever had. They kept us around, promising only a bit longer but we ended up leaving for another restaurant after several hours of being strung along. Our family get together was ruined and the family fell apart. 2 of the family members lefts the group in exile and others were reprimanded on the side walk. Our family was left in ruins and was left to mend over margaritas at lalos bar and grill. Yard house ruined my life, Christmas, and my future family relations. Also I lost my DD that night and narrowly avoided being kicked out of my own brothers wedding. Thank god for lalos margaritas which salvaged our ruined night. Lalos bar and grill is a better place for bigger parties. For smaller parties as well. Skip the wait and go to lalos. Yard house serves up yards of empty promises.
(1)Kristen W.
I really liked the Yard House too, but then again I'm a huge beer fan (addict). I thought I had sampled every white beer known to man, but actually discovered a few new ones on the extensive beer list here! Excellent surprise. During happy hour, certain appetizers are half off, which means that they become more reasonably priced, not just extremely overpriced. I had the tuna sashimi appetizer which was GREAT. I'd go back just for beer and sashimi- isn't that a well-rounded meal? Portions are huge for dinner and I would highly recommend the iceburg wedge if you're a fan of old-school salad. Actually, just have beer, sashimi and salad and you should be good to go!
(4)Judy L.
Great happy hour specials with 1/2 priced appetizers I believe before 6:00pm. Yardhouse serves typical bar food on the pricier side so the happy hour special is a pretty good deal. Sports fans will be very happy because plasma tv's are planted around the entire restaurant and it gets very packed during NCAA or finals for any kind of sport. The 100+ draft beer selection is no joke and you can pretty much find anything from chocolate flavored beer to Belgian specialties to your typical Budweiser.
(4)Zahra A.
Decently original food with comparable flavor highlight this rather generic eatery. Though the menu may be slightly lackluster, the food is fresh and the alcohol menu expansive enough for the most discerning of palates. The crowd attending is usually families and sports buffs, gazing at the many large flat screens around the restaurant. All in all, it is a mediocre restaurant that is worth atleast one try.
(3)Peter F.
The draft house has it's ups and downs. It's magical in the sense that it has over 100 beers from not only around the country but world as well and a lot of micro brews from both coasts. It always plays a good selection of classic rock and has a good sports game on one of many flat screens. but, it seems to me that since I have started to go there, the prices continue to increase. For $6 a draft beer (more than most downtown prices) ought to start going to binny's and buying nice beer for myself. The food is average and over priced. Great to have a beer or two but not a night on the town.
(3)Raul B.
200 beers on tap. great deals on food during happy hour
(5)Kelly E.
Been there several times and will be back several more! Classy yet casual atmosphere, EXCELLENT food, and most importantly for me...they are eco-conscious, offering organic selections, serving water only on request, among other little touches. This is NOT a certified organic restaurant by any means, but they get an A for effort where many fail. Parmesan crusted chicken is a favorite, as well as the Organic tomato bisque and grilled cheese combo. Prices are a tad steeper than your average variety bar and grill joint, but that is because the food, beer, and service is stellar. I believe they have over 130 beers on tap...imports, specialities, and rare finds. If you sit at the bar, you get first class treatment and the bartenders are good for suggestions. They are a team effort and every customer is theirs (they must split all tips- good system) and the service system in this place is flawless. Love love love this place!!
(5)Sara B.
Was a work lunch so I couldn't give the wall of beers on tap a try but the food was darn good. The desert was really good too. THe area is cute and one could spend the day around here making this this an ideal lunch or dinner spot.
(4)Deborah H.
One of my favorites. Get the roast beef sandwich! It's a little noisy but overall I love it.
(5)Scott R.
This place is a California chain; that means that they are required to cook their meat medium well, and THAT means their burgers suck. The other dishes we tried were mediocre at best. Keep in mind that there is a Mitchell's in the Glen, which is a little more upscale price-wise, but actually has quite good fish on the menu. Add to that the fact that most of the people there were either groups of bimbos shrieking and taking pictures of themselves over and over, or groups of guys watching American Gladiator at the bar; truly a frightful experience. They brag about their beer list, but most of the beers listed were strange rather than good; few foreign beers of any quality.
(1)adya a.
Now that they have those great lunch specials I'm a fan. YUM
(4)Steven M.
try the wine and beer flights!!! very comfortable atmosphere
(5)Morris O.
Great menu and a selection of beers. Wine list is also good. I enjoy the food--either the turkey cobb salad or the orange peel chicken. At certain times the wait can be long--hint--the bar serves the full menu and it usually does not take long to get a seat.
(4)George D.
I'm reminded of the reasons why people who live in the city don't like eating in the suburbs every time I'm coerced into eating at one of the restaurants in the Glen. But having grown up in Glenview, it's hard for me to maintain the appropriate amount of cultured snobbery about the Stepford village Glenview has created. I mostly get depressed instead as I drive past chain restaurant after chain restaurant, lamenting what might have been if the city hadn't sold out the entire Naval Base area like it was a business commodity. C'est la vie. Anyway, The Yardhouse is the flagship of the corporate conglomerate disaster that is the Glen in Glenview. This place has all the culinary charm of your neighborhood Applebee's, but with better beer. The spinach and cheese dip is even better than TGI Friday's, which puts it a few steps above the stuff you can melt in your microwave at home. When I find myself in this type of surrounding (the noisy, wood panelled cavern of a suburban sports bar cum "fun" restaurant), I typically retreat to the hamburger selection on the menu. But you'll find little comfort there. While trying to order my cheeseburger medium rare, I was told, "We do medium, is that okay?" Upon arriving, the meat was solidly into the medium well to well done range, not a hint of pink to be found anywhere within the patty. What does "we do medium" mean, anyway? That when the line cook is flipping the other 300 burgers that were ordered at the same time as mine, he'll be too busy to concern himself with the temperatures? I did enjoy his ironic touch of sticking a wooden spear labeled "Medium" into the bun. Luckily ketchup, mustard, salt and pepper are all provided for you, so you can mix and match to try to find the right combination for best results.
(2)Jennifer T.
Great appetizers for happy hour but a bit pricey outside of that.
(4)Nery E.
beer selection is HUGE! u can't complain about that! food quality is OK... it's mostly bar food with some good seafood (but i'm not a seafood lover). always go there after work! victory golden monkey, the best!
(3)Dodd V.
I was not all that impressed with the Yard House. The food was average and I found it fairly over priced. I went there with 1 other person for lunch and without drinks our bill was over $40. The place looks nice and has a good beer selection, but save your money and go some place not so "hip" for a much better deal.
(2)kb j.
Went here on a Sunday night after a movie at the Glen after we found out that Flight is closed on Sunday evenings in the winter. A limited wine list, but the attraction is 100 beers on tap. They also have 70's/80's pop music on a mix that permeates the place. Lots of tvs for sporting events as well. The place was crowded on a Sunday night (every table was taken and, when we left shortly after 7:15PM, it was still crowded with folks waiting). We waited about 15 minutes at the bar. On a cold evening you might want to sit on the side of the bar furthest from the door as it gets cold when the door opens and closes. Same rule would apply if you sit at one of the tables or booths ( I think you'd want to be on the side of restaurant furthest from the door in order to minimize the chill). The food is mostly glorified bar food, but they do a very good job of it. Salads and sandwiches are decent sized and the fries are crispy. I recommend the turkey melt with the jalapeno peppers. In the summer, you can sit outside and watch the steady stream of people go by (it was winter, so were all bundled up inside). A nice choice for after a movie at the Glen.
(3)Greg M.
I definitely dig this place, it isn't incredible however your choices are limited out here in the suburbs. The main draw to this place is their beer selection because it is so vast. The food isn't too bad I enjoy it, but I will admit it is a bit pricey. Since I am an avid beer drinker and love to experience new types I really like coming back here every now and then. I would recommend this to anyone with an experienced palette and/or is adventurous with beer.
(3)Sonce L.
Aside from the assortment of beers to be found at the Yardhouse, it's nothing to write home about. I hate chain food and yet am occasionally drawn in. I usually head for the burgers. It wasn't bad but our service was terrible. When someone says, "I'll be right back for your order" and doesn't come back for 5-10 mins, there's a problem. My water was left consistently empty, and since I was driving two little kids and didn't want to get sloshed, I would have hoped to be able to quench my thirst. When my husband had a problem with his order, the waitress sent over her manager who apologized and attempted to rectify the situation. We still had to wait 15 minutes to get the check. And I never did get my side of mayo. I'll buy my Blue Moon at the liquor store next time and make a burger at home.
(2)Soo S.
One of my favorite hang outs in Glenview. My best friend and I would go there all the time for their happy hours. During happy hours until 6pm, and late night starting at 10pm the appetizers are 50% off. The food there is SO good. The best thing about the Yard House is their huge selection of beer! Definitely a great place to chill out w/ a cold glass of beer while watching some basketball!
(5)Faith M.
I've been here a number of times and have found the service to be either stellar or disappointing. I'm going 4 stars for their adult mac 'n cheese. It is not to be missed. If you go between 5 and 7 expect a wait and lots of kids. Once they all clear out it definitely has a more adult, relaxed feel.
(4)Jason P.
A million beers on tap, you can't beat that. The only negative is that the crowd seems to be composed of 16yr olds and 45 yr olds.
(4)Yahaa T.
Yard house is reaaaaaly good. The atmosphere is really nice and it looks like modern and hip inside. They have a bazillion diff. kinds of beers so everyone is satisfied. it's not too loud in there either and service is good and man so is the food. I had their wings and taco thing too and man was it good. The wings were spicy enough and the taco tasted like a true taco. YUM. I also tasted their burger from my bro and it tasted really good too! They have a wide selection of food and the prices are all right too. Has people of all ages here! Its a great place to eat and have a nice beer with too. The wait is never to long either so hit it up when you're shopping at the Glen.
(5)Jinhee S.
bummed how this is the only yardhouse that has no happy hour specials on drinks..why is that! $6.50 for a guinness, a whole lot of variety of beers and drinks. we always sit at the bar, and the workers always make small talk with you. the atmosphere is nice, somewhat pricey, they have happy hour specials on appetizers during the week from 3-6. its an ass to find good parking so just decide to park in the lot. they also have outdoor seating which is nice. i love a place that serves french onion soup, and i always get it from here. never too salty, although there could be a bit more cheese on top. if you decide to order the spinach dip with pita, pass on that and order something else. if youre looking for a local bar to just grab something to munch and drink on, dont pass up on this place! although some may complain about the food, their wide variety and selection of beer should just lure you right in!
(4)Alex M.
Great service, turkey burgers and lettuce wraps!
(5)Blaise S.
I went to Yard House about 4 pm on Saturday with a large group for a birthday party, to get dinner and drinks. It was a good thing we went early too, because by the time we left in the evening every table was packed and there was a line of people waiting to be seated. Rightfully so too, since they have good food and an excellent beer selection. The very first pages of the menu say they have the world's largest selection of draft beer, and let me tell you, that makes me very happy. They are known (and named) for their large beer glasses (yards), but I prefer the steady, eclectic approach, instead ordering myself exotic pints and continuing to try different styles of beer. I feel I accomplished that feat, because they have their beer menu categorized by beer style and used that to my full advantage, giving fruit beers, chocolate beers, white ales and belgian ales all a try this time around. I suggest coming here for dinner and save some room for a few beers, and try to come a little early to avoid waiting for a seat. The service was excellent too, as our waiter was knowledgeable about the different beer types and made sure our glasses were full, which is much appreciated. I would stop by again when in the Glenview area and try to make a bigger dent on that beer list for sure.
(4)JP S.
Big, open restaurant with a giant boat in the center. Huge selection of beers on tap - though be prepared to pay top dollar for them. It is a huge menu with offerings for everyone. The weekday 3-6 PM 1/2 price appetizers are a great time to get in there. Waitstaff is SLOW and tends to be on the unexperienced side but if you are not in a hurry its a great place to hang out.
(3)Mrs. E.
The only thing saving this place from a lower rating is the fact that their beer list is pretty impressive. The food is sub-par bar food that is nothing to write home about, but the laid-back atmosphere and varieties of beer you can try make this a good place to chill out and catch up with friends. Just don't expect the food to be stellar.
(3)choong l.
I fancy myself a beer lover, and by the sheer size of the beer list, Yard House should be considered a Mecca for a hop head -- it features over 100 beers ON TAP! Even the venerable Map Room, Quenchers Saloon or Hop Leaf cannot match the claim for the largest beer selection on tap in Chicagoland. Transplant the taps into any of the said bars and the hop heads will be swimming in beer heaven. Then why does the Yard House only get three stars here? Alas, perhaps I'm not as big of a beer lover as I claimed I was -- it is the whole ensemble of great beer selection, comfortable and cozy atmosphere, convivial patrons and memorable staff, and a little bit of something else that makes for a great bar experience, and Yard House falls short in every category other than the beer list. Indeed, the beer list truly is amazing. Even if you take out the fillers (such as the ubiquitous Bud or Miller products), you still have a formidable beer selection that spans countries and regions across Asia, Americas and Europe, a majority of them from US and Europe. The problem with this, however, is that every beer is served the same way -- in same glasses and temperature -- no matter whether you order a hefe-weisse, Belgian trappist beer or a scottish ale. If you just want to cross out "Maredsous" from your list of beers to try (and you definitely should), you can get it done here, but it'll be served in the same type of pint glass in which any other beer you order in a "pint size" will be brought out to you -- instead of a goblet. About 60% of the selection here could be served in a regular pint glass, but the other 40% really deserve their own types of glasses. (To put it into perspective, if you're a big wine person, and you went to a place where they have a hundred wine sold in glasses, but whether you order champagne, merlot or pinot gris, they serve it in the same glass.) If you sit at the large bar, you'll have some good conversation with the bartenders who are more than happy to let you try a taste before you order any beer in a substantial size. However, if you sit at the tables, you'll be waited on by a staff that could easily trade places with your local TGIFridays or Applebee's, and you would not know the difference. Although they all can tell you what their favorite beer is if you ask them, they really are not beer people. If all you care about is to have your food brought out on time, your water refilled promptly and your drinks delivered in a speedy fashion, they get the job done... but you won't find much of a character here. The worst part for me is the decor. It is a spacious and trendy looking place, with accent lighting, open kitchen, TVs everywhere and a huge island of a bar -- you could probably get rid of the tables and the kitchen, add a dance floor and change the lighting a bit, and this could pass for an okay night club in the suburbs. However, it also feels like it doesn't really know what it wants to be -- the TVs make the place feel like a sports bar, the beer list tells me it wants to be a beer place, the kitchen tries to be Asian fusion (with mediocre results) and the ambiance could be romantic, TGIFridays, cool, vacant... depending on where you were sitting and how crowed it gets. For me, all of this is just way too distracting, and there's no feeling of intimacy or coziness. If I find myself at the Glen (for occasional movies at the Crown Theater or to meet up with friends in the suburbs), I usually end up at the Yard House. However, I don't go out of my ways to pay it a visit. Two stars (medicre) + 1 for the juggernaut of a beer list. Check it out if you find yourself in the Glenview area, have a beer you cannot absolutely find anywhere else ( yardhouse.com/beer.asp for list), or if you want a better alternative than Bennegan's or Applebee's for a drink in the area. If you want some quality beer appreciation experience, look elsewhere.
(3)Laura G.
Yard House has a huge menu, and I think they have some of the best mac and cheese I've ever had. The portions are very big, but I've yet to be disappointed with any of my meals.
(4)Roy A.
Food is not that hot and is pretty expensive. There are a lot of TVs which I need in a bar type place and the beer list is 5 star. All in all a decent place to go for some drinks and maybe some appetizers. The food used to be better but recently I've not been a fan and at those prices I'd rather get something that is delicious.
(3)Sassy P.
This is a very different neighborhood. A lot of different shops and places to go in this area. Myself, I am not a beer drinker, so I had a Mixed drink. I don't recall which one, but it was more like juice. I couldn't taste any alcohol. I've had their Walnut Pear salad and thought it was divine. I have never had one as good. I tried their mushroom burger, and found it average. Overall fun place for groups. Would go back.
(4)elizabeth n.
I'm not out in Glenview very often but I was visiting a friend when we went to the Yard House for a bite to eat before going to see a movie. The Yard House is located right in the Glen which is a cute area full of shops, restaurants, etc, and I was pleasantly surprised. I'm not the biggest fan of brewery beer but I did like the hard cider that tasted like pear- delicious! They also have really good food. I had the thai chicken lettuce wraps and my friend had the tuna which looked very good. Overall, I'd come back if I was in the area for sure.
(4)meredith t.
They get the stars for having lots of beers on tap. They also have good burgers and onion rings, and pretty good salads. A typical chain bar/restau with lots of Tvs for the sports fans, and a little too much Air Conditioning.
(3)Skazoo M.
I have gone to the Yard House on a number of occasions, and plan to return in the future. While the floor of the Yard House is packed with tables, the high ceilings and open windows help to reduce what could otherwise be a slightly claustrophobic dining experience. However, the need for these tables quickly becomes apparent as you wait 20 minutes for a table on weeknights and up to 40 minutes on the weekend. The Yard House also offers a small, fenced-off, area on the sidewalk for outside dining for those who enjoy people-watching. If watching sports is more your interest, the Yard House has a couple of televisions spread out through the dining area --- although this is not a place I recommend for a serious sports fan to watch "the game." The major attraction of the Yard House is its outstanding beer selection --- they guarantee having at least 130 beers on tap, and often have more. While no beer is brewed on the premises, they offer a large selection of mainly microbrews, covering a wide range of styles, from pale ales to stouts. Unlike similar establishments, however, the Yard House makes few changes in its beer offerings throughout the year, with the exception of a few "seasonal" brews. Also, I've often been surprised by how very little the servers seem to know about the beers they are serving, often not even being able to broadly describe the style of a particular beer, much less being able to make a recommendation within a style. The menu selection is large and eclectic, with quite a few Asian influenced offerings among a wide range of standard "Americana" fare. Many of the appetizers (along with the similarly-priced pizzas) are large enough to stand alone as a light meal. The "Spicy Tuna Roll" is among the more innovative appetizers, served as a "stack" approximately 4 inches in diameter, rather than the traditional seaweed-wrapped bites. The heat of the wasabi is nicely offset by the avocado and cucumber and doesn't overwhelm the flavor of the tuna. Another strong offering is, surprisingly, their "Fish & Chips", which is perhaps the best "fish-fry" in the greater Northbrook area. The firm and meaty fillets are coated in a light, crunchy batter that, while adhering to American standards for taste, is somewhat reminiscent of tempura --- and is a far cry from the greasy slabs of soggy fish served at some establishments. On weekend nights the clientele is somewhat skewed towards families and it can get a little too loud for larger parties (6 or more) to converse easily. Despite this, overall, all of our dining (and drinking) experiences at the Yard House have been pleasant ones.
(4)Jess S.
With all the beers on tap, you really cant go wrong. Especially when they have the $2.50 (or was it 3$) pint night. The food is decent too. Glenview really isn't my "scene" but the crowd is pleasant enough. (I used to meet high school friends there during college breaks a couple years ago when it opened)
(4)paul s.
ok, that is the right rating for this place. it is good but not great. i enjoyed what i ate and everyone seemed to have a good time. not one person said the food was great and nobody wanted to stick around for a drink and the ambience afterwards.
(3)Nilda L.
Talk about large portions! Went a friend, her 2 year old daughter and my 2 year old son. I should also mention that we're both a little 5 over months pregnant. OK, so we were looking for a place to go to after the Children's Museum across the street. We needed something with a little variety and she suggested this place. We both ordered the House salad, as a appetizer, and let me tell you it was huge. If that's and appetizer, I can't imagine how large the entree is. I also had the coconut shrimp appetizer and she had the cheeseburger. Her daughter had the macaroni and cheese and my son had the chicken strip. Again, huge plates and this was off the kids menu. My son only at one strip. But, I'm not complaining since I brought the left over chicken strips for my husband. What I was also happy with was the fact the the manager came over to point out a mistake that the kitchen had made with my friends order. She didn't even notice. He comes over and tells her that she ordered a well-done burger and got a med burger instead(remember 5 months preggo, really shouldn't be eating meat that not thoroughly cooked). We really hadn't noticed, but that was nice of him and he wrapped up the extra burger for her. I think that alone will be a reason for coming back next time we to the museum.
(4)Ali D.
The Yard House is very consistent with its service and food. It is great that the relatively sleepy suburbs have a place where you can grab a (relatively) late dinner. While the late hours are a huge perk, if you go early on a Friday, before 6PM I believe, you'll have one of the best deals ever with half off appetizers. We have gone and made meals out of a variety of appetizers, share and then head to a movie and it is down right cheap. When I have been there for dinner we generally start off with the onion ring tower and one of my favorite entrees, especially in the winter, is their turkey pot pie. It is HUGE! And very tasty.
(3)Gina M.
i really like beer, but their impressive list is a little overwhelming. usually the wait staff can choose a good one based on your likes and dislikes. food is a little pricey, but also tasty! my favorite is the turkey burger :)
(4)christine k.
i would give this place 5 stars but their prices are pretty high to me. but their buffalo wings are good as well as their egg rolls. they are def worth the try. as well as their avocado eggroll, coconut shrimp, and jambalaya
(4)Brendan M.
great appetizer deal before 6pm (50% off), fantastic beer selection, LOUD, and decent overpriced food. great for kids because you won't be able to hear them scream.
(3)Mark P.
Great draught beer selection, esp for suburbia. Could have been rated higher if not for the food, mediocre even for bar food.
(3)Allison K.
Located right in "The Glen" in Glenview. Great place for all ages, to grab some food, and for the drinker they have tons of great beers on tap. I've have been here a few times, and tried many of there dishes and appetizers. (I would describe the food as a classy version of typical bar food) The last time I was there was my most favorite time. I finally tried this unique tuna (raw) appetizer. It was like sushi, but had it's own unique twist to the dish. This place can be pricey depending on what type of meal you order and the number of cocktails you drink. FYI "The Glen" has great shopping and a movie theater right next to the Yard House. Great place for a first or second date.
(4)Ebru Y.
I have recently been to Yard House with a group of friends and I have to say I fell in love with the location right off the bat. Many of the restaurants/bars here have outside seating however they are packed constantly, so we didn't have a chance to sit outside, but sitting inside wasn't so bad since it looked pretty cool inside as well. I personally liked what I ordered, which was the chicken avocado sandwich, and my friends agreed as well. I heard a lot about to mac and cheese ^2 so I will have to try it someday! They have a huge selection of beers on tap, but I just stuck with BlueMoon since it's light and I wasn't in the mood for drinking too much. The service was very fast despite the fact that they were pretty busy, I don't believe I have seen an empty table inside until we left. Our server was polite and attentive, made sure we were happy. When it comes to prices, they are a little on the expensive side, but the portions are pretty big, you can easily go there starving and still take (for most entrees) half your food to go, so if you think of it that way, it's a good deal. If I lived close to the Glen, I would definitely be a regular here!
(5)Puneet S.
Happy hour frenzy No words describe how good everything is. Best left to get up and go now!!!!!!
(5)Terrie o.
I'm starting with an A OK instead of 4 stars solely on service - I enjoyed my food selections. I've never eaten here before nor had any recommendations from anyone, I simply wanted to try somewhere new. I chatted with the server about not being a beer drinker but wanting to try one from their vast selection. Server mistake one: you served me and did not follow up to ask if I liked it. Odd since I made it so clear I don't usually enjoy beer and we discussed your recommendation. Egg roll appetizer ( or spring roll) with dipping sauce, I enjoyed. 2nd server error... I was served my entree salad and had to wait quite awhile until I could literally wave him down to ask for another dressing. Servers need to check in within 2-3 minutes of serving food. Luckily it was a cold dish, it it were hot, I'd be eating cold food. The Cobb salad tho was delightful...corn off the Cobb, edamame, blue cheese, bacon, it was a filling and wonderful salad. My friend asked for coffee, and server did not ask me tho did ask if we'd like dessert. Overall, we enjoyed our food and would go back... But server needs some fine tuning on the basics. Please don't review this business if you received a freebie for writing this review, or if you're connected in any way to the owner or employees.
(3)Leah C.
where have all of our faves gone?... i always hate when a resto gets rid of the faves to make room for "new". come on...this isn't a set meal/fine dining experience. i want my massive espresso sundae :(
(4)Magen S.
Awesome bar with endless draft beers and delicious food. The variety of draft beers including crafts was impressive. I ordered the halibut entree for dinner which had a delicious mushroom cream sauce and Bok choy. The fish was seasoned and cooked very well. Overall good food good beer and chill environment!
(4)Clara S.
Hmm. Not sure how I feel about this restaurant. Good happy hour bites and cool patio in the heart of the glen, but not the best food I've had. Chicken lettuce wraps- I'm not a fan of lettuce wraps, so I guess this wasn't the best choice for me in the first place. These were good and flavorful, but not so much that we finished the plate. Side sauces complemented the dish well, though. Spicy tuna roll- really disappointed that this wasn't actually a roll. Instead, this was ahi tuna tartare without the nachos or wontons to come with it. Like am I supposed to just eat ahi tuna tartare by itself with no neutral carbs to calm the salty strong flavors? Overall, cool restaurant at the glen but with overpriced drinks and not so great food. I would love to come back to the glen, but I will definitely be picking one of the many different restaurants to eat at.
(3)Sonia B.
I've been here a few times and have decided that this is a good place for drinks and appetizers and that's about it. They have a good selection of beers. Every time I've been here, it's been for a meal. The first time I came in was for lunch and wasn't wowed...and figured try dinner next time. So, I came back for dinner and it was OK, but figured I didn't order the right thing...try it one more time...and I did. And this time wasn't great either. The main entrees are BLAND. I ordered one of the house favorites, a fried chicken breast with spinach mashed potatoes, creamed corn, and baked beans. It sounds like the ultimate comfort meal, but it was BLAND. There was no seasoning on the chicken...so sad! :( How can friend chicken be bland?! :( Ugh...and it was almost $20! So, skip it. Previously, I've tried an assortment of tacos...they were ok... but for almost $5/taco....I would rather go to a taqueria and get something really good for 1/2 the price. Like I said, the drinks are good and I have enjoyed the appetizers. So, if I return...that's what I'll go back for. And if you ever get your food to-go or need a doggy bag, check your items!!! This is the SECOND time that most of my food didn't make it into the to-go box!!! All I got were my mashed potatoes...not the chicken, corn, or beans! So weird! I guess it doesn't matter because I didn't enjoy the chicken...but, still...I paid just about $20 for it! I also requested ranch dressing for the onion rings I had to go and there wasn't any. Ugh! Again...go for drinks and appetizers....skip the meal!
(3)Lauren K.
I have been here almost every night since I have arrived to the Near North Side (Is that where I am? Someone help me out here!!!! AHHH!) There are a few reasons why: 1) Employer is graciously providing housing for me down the street from the Glen; 2) OMG traffic is brutal in this area. I am not venturing far from my current location; and 3) I genuinely the bar/resto, even for a chain, chain, chaaaiiiinnnn! Let's begin with the beer. They have 110 on tap. Yes, 110 on tap, that is overwhelming even for me. I am not sure where to begin. I do have a new goal in life: to try everything on the menu, and that will be difficult since they rotate seasonally. Some of the brews I have tried: Lagunitas A Little Sumpin' Sumpin' Ale; Upland Brewing Company Dragonfly IPA (I just liked the name of that one -tee hee); and I found a new personal favorite for summer in the fruit beer category Lost Coast Brewing Co. Tangerine Wheat, this is light, fresh and crisp, with hints of tangerine. It tastes like fruit juice, but only with alcohol. It's basically adult juice! Onto the food. I am obsessed with the kale-caesar salad with blackened chicken. The small is under 600 calories, and is relatively healthy for bar food. The ahi tuna is delicious and is sushi grade. They also have some unique options for a chain. I will eventually try them when I tire of the salad, but I probably won't. I have stuck to the under 600 calorie options, of which there are plenty. The music that they play isn't annoying pop, it is classic rock or 90s grunge. I listen to pop or 80s pop all day to keep me bubbly and happy all day, so it is a nice change of pace for me. Anyways, this is not a destination. It is better if you work in the area and want to wait out this god awful traffic; are shopping at the Glen; or live here and don't feel like cooking (or just have an expense account - it's kind of on the pricey side). For a chain, it is as good as it gets, hence the rating. Enjoy!
(5)Effie D.
Make sure you leave plenty of time to review their extensive food and beer/drink menus. Everything on the menu is good and worth trying. The Korean Short Ribs are superb that we lick the bones clean. The Truffle Mac and Cheese with bacon, chicken, and mushroom is not your kid's typical mac and cheese but my 6 year old and can't get enough. The lettuce wraps are a good salad alternative.The Kona Coffee Sundae is by far the best sundae with it's java chips, oreo cookie crumbles, and chocolate sauce. It's big enough to share, but with one taste, you won't want to. Good atmosphere, plenty of space, many tvs to watch several sports, friendly staff. Service is a bit slow and there will be a wait during peak times. They have outdoor seating perfect for enjoying nice weather with good food and drinks.
(5)Polina P.
Never been disappointed. Amazing food , service , atmosphere, and in all it was amazing . It may take long to wait but still it's always a good experience . I love all their dessert and it's always amazing . Recommend it highl
(5)Mike S.
Amazing place too many choices of beer , the food was 10/10 I will come back again for sure
(5)Nicole E.
Never gotten a bad meal and I absolutely love the chicken tortilla soup has just enough heat. Highly recommend for a great meal and good atmosphere.
(5)Sherwin C.
Didn't really get to try too much of the food but all the dishes I saw looked well designed, generous in size, and reasonably priced. This is especially true during the happy hour period where most items are $5-$7 and seafood items only reach $8. I was quite impressed with the size of the restaurant with a nice decor and surprisingly reasonable noise level. They were able to accomodate our original reservation for 15 that ended up being around 30 people -- even correctly splitting the checks and providing prompt service as additional new party members arrived. The beer all tasted great, served nice and cold and in attractive looking glasses. The selection of drinks was amazing -- possibly even more than what Bavarian Lodge carries. I tried Green flash Le Freak, Dogfish Head 90 Minute, Hebrew Death of a Contract Brewer, Founders All Day IPA, Yard House IPA, Revolution Antihero, Three Floyds Gumball Head, and Stone Green Tea IPA. All very reasonably priced and the server was knowledgable about the drinks. I'll definitely be back again soon.
(4)Kristopher S.
This spot has some good eats a lot of good beers. I had the crab cakes lots of crab, pork sandwich was moist and tastes and a year of beer makes me want to come back for another yard. It's a bit pricey but well worth it. Try the duck wings and tell me how they are. Will recommend to friends and come back for sure :)
(4)Alan B.
I live me some Yard House!! I'll let my kids do the review in this one from their point of view I like the food because it came out relatively fast compared to other nice restaurants "about 15 minutes" except they never asked how I would like my food cooked, When we ordered our drinks it took quite a bit even though all we ordered soda and water. All in all this is a good restaurant to go to even thought it can be a little pricey
(5)William H.
Love the breadth of menu choices! Also, even though they have Mostly alcoholic beverages, I was pleasantly surprised to find one of My personal favorites, Ruby Red Grapefruit juice, on the NA menu. This time my wife did steak n Ceasar salad - steak was Fabulous - tender and perfectly cooked to order. Next time she will get the dressing "on-the-side" as it was a little over the top and tended to obscure rather than highlight the salad. I got a burger with pepper jack cheese and a roasted green pepper. So good! Desert was the Macadamia Cheesecake - again being obscured rather than highlighted by the drenching in raspberry and Carmel syrup. "On the side" please! Had a wee disagreement with the valet. We planned to eat at 5:30 - which we did - and the hit Arclight for a 7:00 pm screening of Rear Window. "You can't do that" said the valet, all three of us standing in a mini cloudburst. "They won't let you leave the car while you go someplace else after dinner" "I'll make it simple for you" I said. "We'll be back at 9:15 - way before the Restaurant closes - and pick up our car." I came back, tipped him well and there was no further mention of a problem - he even apologized! Hey Yard House - we only come in because we're going to Arclight! Find some way to make nice!!
(4)Jessica L.
Yard House is often times a go to for my family and friends. They have a wide variety of alcohol and food selection. Over a 100 beers on tap. I have ordered everything here over the past seven years. Pizza (good), burgers (juicy and a nice variety), other entrees (Orange chicken, country friend chicken, and the jambalaya are among my favorites), steaks, salads (large enough to fill me and my mom), and desserts. Great atmosphere & ambiance. Good customer service. They do not take reservations but have a call-ahead list they can put you on. Happy hour selections (as well as late-night happy hour) are good as well, but much more limited than the full menu.
(4)Stuart P.
Almost perfect...all of our meals were yummy. Onion ring tower was very good. Lobster dip was also a big favorite. All of our meals were spot on. Only one had jalapenos for my 90 yr old dad. That wont work. But it was quickly erased.
(4)Mike H.
Service is just getting worse and worse and worse!!! I have been coming here for years. Food is starting to suck after the last menu change and the service was so fast before. Now every time its slow. Today i sat for 25min before getting helped. 35 min before i got water and who knows about food. This maybe the last time i come here. And no joke i have been here over 50 times Wake up YH
(2)Jacqueline B.
I'm a fan! Tons of beer on tap, huge diverse menu, and happy hour specials. #Winning I've been here twice now, and have enjoyed my visit both times! My last visit was the first time I was in to eat, and boy am I glad I did. First off, making a decision was extremely difficult because their menu is EXTENSIVE (but that's a good thing). There were so many delicious options to choose from. It's not often I rave about the set up of a menu, but I have to say their menu is fantastic. It's broken up into house favorites, vegetarian options, snacks, etc. This makes browsing a lot easier depending on what you're looking for! I immediately focused in on house favorites, and low and behold, a mac-n-cheese dish caught my eye. The (Mac+Cheese)2 looked like a win-win decision for me. Check it out: chicken breast, applewood smoked bacon, wild mushrooms, cheddar, parmesan, campanelli pasta, and truffle oil. YUUUUUUP. That. just. happened. It was like a ramped up adult version of my favorite childhood dish. I was really hungry, but I ended up going with a small entree (instead of large), and I'm glad I did. It was plenty of food - I even took a box home. Good news: the mac + cheese is still awesome reheated the next day! * WOO HOO! My 100th review :)
(4)MoMo K.
I love the ambiance of this place! Come here during HAPPY HOUR for half price (pizza, nachos etc etc)! It's perfect for people who like seafood, veggies, or meat or a combo. Can accommodate groups of 10 and more! parking is very easy, there is a huge garage that can accompany any size party. You can also come here to watch sports because they have TVs. They get really busy at night. We went at 4:00 on a Friday and there was no wait but at 5:30, all the tables were full and there were a lot of people waiting. So plan accordingly.
(4)Vrati D.
Always 5 stars from me! The veggie wings are by far my favorite and the stacked enchiladas (veggie of course) were also really good. We tried the avocado burger which was also really good! I'm not a huge cilantro fan but still enjoyed it, especially the amazingly soft bread! Yum!
(5)Justin E.
Crab cakes were amazing, they had some sweet mango that really played well together. The chicken tortilla soup was another hit. It was slightly spicy, yet still full of flavor. Can honestly say the best tortilla soup I've ever had. The BBQ cheddar bacon burger was ok. The BBQ sauce on the burger is something to come back for, another home run. The rest of the burger was mediocre, it lacked ingredients in my opinion the patty was good and perfectly cooked. Back again to try turkey bacon melt. Great sandwich and was cooked perfectly. Not one of there're classics but none the less good.
(4)Des C.
I'm really bummed out to be writing this review. I have been going to the yardhouse for years and have ALWAYS experienced excellent service and a phenomenal meal (Chicken and Rice Bowl). Today was a different experience. I arrived at the Yardhouse a few minutes before my lunch companion. I was greeted after a few minutes and offered a drink. When my customer entered he was greeted quickly also and we both decided to order. I ordered my usual chicken and rice bowl (which I have quite a few changes to the ingredients, so the waiter read it back to me) and my friend ordered the tacos. About 15 minutes later a food runner came to our table with my friends tacos and some sort of sesame chicken dish. I told the runner that that was not what I had ordered. The waiter saw what was going on and came over to the table. He assured me that he had entered the order correctly and that the food runner had grabbed the wrong dish. A few minutes later (and half way through my friends lunch) the waiter came back and said the kitchen was making my dish and it would be ready "in 30 seconds." About 10 minutes later (and after my friend was done with his lunch) my food finally came out. They had what appeared to be a manager bring the dish to my table. The server had obviously figured out that any thought of a generous tip was out the window, so my soft drink had been empty for about 5 minutes. The manager gave a half hearted "sorry" and asked if there was anything else we required. I held up my empty glass and said, "how about another drink." He obliged and brought me the refill. I assumed a manager would come over and offer an olive branch for the horrible service but that never occurred. The good news is that there are other YardHouses around the US, because I would be hesitant to return to this facility.
(2)Mike E.
Always a great time, and a normal spot for me and the wife.
(4)Amalita A.
I came in with my friends on a Saturday night. Yardhouse doesn't take reservations past 5:30, but it's not a problem. Janelle was very friendly and we had pretty much no wait time for seating. Nathan took over our table, he was friendly and knowledgeable and gave great service. Our drinks and food came out fast. My friends ordered the jumbalaya shrimp, clam chowder and chicken nachos. I recommend getting a classic cheese burger and adding their black truffle cheese. Great atmosphere and memorable experience for the suburbs!
(5)M. O.
Well I've been here a few times but my last visit sealed the deal, I'm done with this place. My previous visits here were always the same, slow, slow, slow service. One time my wife and I and another couple were sitting on the patio having some apps and drinks. When we first sat down it took 10 mins to be waited on and another 15 to serve drinks and it continued this way. The waitress came over to us and said day shift is leaving and night shift is starting. We thought we would be nice and close out our tab with her so we could tip her out, she appreciated that and introduced us to the new server. Well after that , we never saw her again. We sat there for 15 mins and said "screw this" and got up and walked out. Now as much as I dislike this place, we decided to go again last Saturday because one of our buddies likes the beer selection. Well once again the service was pathetic, just so slow but that's not the reason I'm done. 4 of the 5 of us arrived at 5:30 with the 5th person arriving around 7:30pm. Well around 9:00pm one of the managers delivered out round of drinks, he knelt down to one person and whispered something. I asked my buddy what he said he is reply was " he asked if we had a ride home",I was so annoyed when I heard this. As soon as we saw out waitress I asked " have we been, loud, rude or obnoxious in anyway? Absolutely not was her response. I informed her what her manager just said to us and asked for the check, told her she could thank her manager for us leaving. The manager did come back over and apologize but I wanted nothin to do with it. I asked him the same thing, were we loud, rude etc... Nope was the response. So I'm assuming he asked what he asked because he looked at what we've been drinking. 3 of us beer and 2 had vodka soda. Remember how I said that the one person showed up at 7:30, yea she had 2 beers(miller lite) and was driving home, so there's no reason to ask me if I have a ride home. Now I know this place will continue to succeed without my business but just wanted to put my 2 cents out there for others.
(1)Matthew C.
Very accommodating staff. Our party of 5 adults/1 baby was greeted and seated immediately with a high chair. Host seated us away from the door at our request. Server was polite and knowledgeable. Food orders were prepared correctly (with the small exception that one burger ordered MR was cooked WD) and delivered at 20 minutes--what I would call just within the long end of reasonable at lunchtime. Extensive menu with exhibiting creativity and variety. Delicious food, generous portions, and quick check service. Reasonably priced, although perhaps just a tad high for lunch. Overall an excellent dining experience; would definitely return when in the area and would even go 20-30 minutes out of the way for it!
(4)Pat R.
Love the Yard House! All sorts of draft beers, great casual food, good service. Happy Hour prices and half price appetizers are the best.
(4)Emily P.
Plenty of different beers on tap and the food is quite good. If you want to get a burger you can pay $1 to change the regular fries to truffle fries - a must!
(4)Kim Z.
Great family dining, also great for beer fans. Definitely on the loud side, so I wouldn't go here if you want to catch up with friends.
(4)Robert C.
Service was great! all else was a bit too much. $10 hamburger the size of a slider? Not again. The place was so full of crying babies and strollers!
(3)Aimee M.
Time to update my review! Still a solid four stars. Ever since visiting a sushi house in Las Vegas last fall, I have been on the lookout for for Ahi Poke at local sushi houses. So I was really excited to see it on the menu at YH. I was a little bit apprehensive, I mean this isn't a sushi house, will I be setting myself up for disaster? Our server highly recommended it and since I was the only one in our party that would eat it, it was a pretty hefty serving for one person. I found it surprisingly good. It could have used more sesame oil (personal taste, because I LOVE sesame oil), but the presentation was pretty and the flavors were there. I also liked how its served with crispy won-tons. Yum! I did also try the Baja Fish tacos and they were good. (Not as great as the ones I've had in SoCal but of course, that was SoCal). The lemon siracha aoili was great--very nice flavor and added a bit of heat. The shredded cabbage was fresh and crispy. Service was stellar. Friendly, helpful. Always made sure we were doing ok, Nice space, clean, tidy, sleek.
(4)Jamie B.
Great Saturday afternoon lunch spot if you're up in the Glen. This place would be awesome if they opened a second location in Chicago...say Michigan Avenue? Excellent apps and salads, I like that they have a TON of vegetarian options as well. I will definitely be back.
(5)Kate B.
Had a nice time at Yard House with a dear friend last night. We had excellent service by Justean, our server. My girlfriend loved the extensive beer menu. I am a wine drinker & was pleased that I found 1 or 2 wines on the menu that I could enjoy. (although I do believe they need to broaden the wine selection a little bit; for example - add a good red zinfandel) I will definitely go back and bring my other beer loving friends and family. The music was great also.
(4)Mark F.
You can drink a yard of beer! You'll pay a hefty fee to do it...but it can be done. They have tasty tacos. The beer selection is vast. There seem to be a few sizes to order the drinks from itty bitty to yard. The service is hit or miss but the place is enormous. It's a safe place to go when entertaining people who want a wide array of food options and like beer.
(3)Mariam K.
We always end up at Yardhouse whenever no one can agree on a restaurant... it caters to everyone. I've tried just about everything on the menu- the items I'd recommend are: nachos, onion ring tower, grilled pastrami, a burger, fish and chips, southern fried chicken breast, the street tacos - I've tried almost all of them.. and they all taste really good. My favorite thing here though would have to be the dessert - macadamia nut cheesecake! OBSESSED! It's probably one of the best desserts I've ever had.... it definitely beats Cheesecake Factory's cheesecakes! The service is always good, foods consistently good, the food comes out pretty quick, and they have a huge variety.. what's not to like!?
(3)Craig W.
Great beer selection. Fun place to watch a game. Food is good. Their take on a spicy tuna roll is amazing.
(4)Jovana T.
Came here to watch the Bulls game and meet up with some friends. Awesome place, great vibe..like a classy sports bar! If youre feeling Beer-venturous this is def the place to go! I tried the Fruity beers, def recommend the blueberry one. Its nice they have different glass sizes, but you have to specify or else they just bring you the med glass. I asked for shortys, it was the perfect size to just taste and enjoy the beers. The Cali Sushi appetizer looked good, but was weird and isn't actual sushi rolls. The fried calamari was amazing though, as well as their ham, mushroom, and pineapple personal pizza. The sauce was tasty! Their shrimp with rice n veggies dish was good, but a bit bland as well. Will definitely come here again, I need to try the onion ring tower!
(5)Chrystine Marie M.
Yardhouse's menu is GIGANTIC. They have a very broad beer selection. It's conveniently located near a movie theater, so it's a nice, ambient place to take someone out for dinner-and-a-movie. I really enjoy their truffle fries. I definitely recommend coming here for a drink with some friends. I came here during a Blackhawks game and they had it playing on every flat screen TV in the house. It was cool because everyone and their Moms were so into the game and everyone was having a good time. Good vibes, good food, good service.
(4)Christina G.
I came here with a friend for dinner and drinks after work one day, and we had a great time. I got there about 5:30 on a Thursday and there was no wait for a seat. Our server was really nice, attentive, and knew the food and beer menus well. He informed us we were there during their happy hour, and could take advantage of their half price appetizer and pizza specials. I thought it was great that he told us the deal was going on. We ended up getting 3 appetizers - spinach and cheese dip, lettuce wraps, and a small pizza. Everything was delicious, and we had quite a bit of leftovers. Their beer list is beyond extensive, and I love that it's filled with beers from small-ish breweries - Two Brothers, Half Acre, Revolution, Great Lakes, etc. I went with the Breckenridge Vanilla Porter and was a big fan. My friend needed some help deciding and asked our waiter for a recommendation. He asked some general questions and suggested a light, fruity beer that my friend really enjoyed. I liked that there were a few glass choices on the amount of beer you could order. You could get a shorty (9 oz maybe?) a pint, and a full yard, that is a huge, comical looking glass filled with beer. The place started to fill up shortly after we arrived, and when we left there was a 15 minute wait, but we never felt rushed. Our server knew how to be attentive without interrupting our very long chatting session. I was impressed that as the happy hour specials were coming to a close (happy hour is 3-6 on weekdays), our server came up to us, told us the specials were ending, and asked if we wanted to put in any other orders before the deal ended. We already had too much food, but thought it was nice that we were given the opportunity to put in one last order while still taking advantage of the deal. All totaled for 3 appetizers and a glass of beer, it was $15/person, plus tip. Not bad. We will definitely be adding Yardhouse into the mix of restaurants we frequent for our girls nights.
(4)Alex J.
Hey Yard House what happened to you? Your 1/2 price menu late night and from 3-6 was what I think the value of your sub par food is worth. You have the worst hostess staff I have ever seen during my last visit we asked hostess to sit in a corner, she sat us besides the bar, we asked to move she said it's slow. Then the ding bat sat a family beside us of two parents out if touch with their three kids under five on one side and a group of right with five screaming kids on the other side if us. Since the hostess could not understand us we deducted that she did not have a command of the English language. Then it took 25 minutes for a server to come see us. The server was nervous and appeared clueless. Your too corporate approach is becoming stale. With so many restaurants on the glen struggling, not paying rent, etc u could pick up the slack. But I think that corporate has not opened another Chicagoland location says it all. Hate to c u go but other than a few staff that started with you, who ever is hiring is not killing it at all. Realize, maybe pay a hostess more than minimum wage for a good one they are the first point of contact at your establishment. Your hostess made our two hours crappy with her incompetency and sour face
(1)Miss Kari P.
I ordered a chopped salad and there was no lettuce on it? I'm a little confused. I guess all the cilantro was supposed to make up for to although that's used sparingly as a garnish.
(2)Abby J.
I took my dad here for Father's Day. We arrived around 4:30 and were told it was a 10-20 minute wait. There were several open tables that were being held for reservations. Fine, it's a holiday, it's going to be busy, but the hostesses seemed very disorganized (perhaps because there were 4 of them). After we'd been waiting for more than 20 mins the manager told the hostesses to seat us at one of the open tables. We appreciated the gesture, but our server was so inattentive that I would've rather waited longer if it meant better service. A runner brought out our appetizer and we had to flag down our server to ask for silverware. Our entrees came out before we finished our appetizer, also brought out by a runner, who lived up to the title - he came and went in the blink of an eye, so I didn't have the chance to tell him that what he brought was wrong. I'd ordered the classic sliders and was given the bearnaise sliders. Not sure if our server wrote it down wrong or the kitchen messed up. Our server had vanished, I literally did not see her anywhere in the restaurant for an entire fifteen minutes after our food came out, so I couldn't send it back. I also needed a refill on my drink that entire time. The only point at which she was almost attentive was after bringing the check; she came right back to run the credit card, but then didn't bring a pen with the receipt. My dad had to go up to the hostess stand and ask for one because we weren't willing to wait what would probably be another 15 minutes before our server returned. It was after 6 by the time we left. The food was good which is why I'm giving 3 stars, but the service is seriously lacking. I don't live in the area so I certainly won't be back, but I doubt my dad will either unless it's just for the bar.
(3)Stephanie C.
Great time, delicious food. Disappointed that the cat in the yelp photos was not there.
(5)Lora D.
This place is alright. I like their patio. Their appetizers are solid especially half price during happy hour from 3-6. My BIGGEST complaint would be that their beer is not cold enough, if at all. Frosty mugs and lowering the temp in your beer cooler might fix this problem?? I don't know, but if you have a patio and people drinking on a warm afternoon, your beer at least has to come out cold.
(3)Pita J.
Would NEVER recommend to anyone to go to this place, i don't care how good the beer selection is or how nice the 2 bartenders where, when the felt like actually bar tending. When your hostess is that rude the second you walk in the door, and bar tendering is your 2nd priority, as a bartender there and then you get sick from the food. good luck if you go in there, its at your own risk. I can say Clean place. Sterile burb atmosphere for sure. Incredibly SUPER RUDE hostess. The second our group walked in the door, she literally said "bye, thanks for coming, have a goodnight, bye". With a sarcastic smile on her face. It literally took me a minute to process that she was being completely sarcastic and totally bitchy. We did absolutely nothing to deserve it, except maybe we didn't look like her normal yuppy clientele We would've walked right out except the rest of my group said, there's people meeting us here, so lets just get a beer. and then figure out where else to go. This was at 10:30 on a saturday night. Because we had people stagger in and the one bartender was super polite and got us drinks right away, we stayed. The staff then became nonexistent. and were more concerned about cleaning up and closing duties than actually refilling our drinks at 10:30 at night. Polite but you had to wait 20 min to even have someone walk by to see if we needed anything. We were the only people at the bar, and there were about 7 tables with people at them. Ended up order a few appetizers and we got sick or bad upset stomachs. If you feel like playing russian roulette with getting service from a food service business, and with your stomach - have fun with this one.
(1)Tasha P.
I'm too cheap to go here for anything but the happy hour specials, and it's hit or miss sometimes. Even at the discounted $6, i don't think it's worth it for the pizza. Ahi sliders were not that good. Ahi Sashimi however, same as my original review, did not fail to impress. It's my reigning favorite! Regular burger sliders are just fine. It's cool that they come with fries, even as an appetizer. Service can be unctuous, as I discovered on my last visit. My server insisted on calling me "sweetie", although I must be at least a decade older than her. Service is usually fine though. I'm a grown adult, and I like to be treated as such. Although the beer is reliable and my Ahi sashimi still makes my mouth water, I probably won't be back for a long while. This last visit wasn't as pleasant. Response to Owner Comment: Thanks Justin, for your reply. I think I may have been harsh in my criticism. Being called "sweetie" happens to be a pet peeve of mine, but others may enjoy it so I'm sure readers will take that portion with a grain of salt, and probably think I'm a big B for calling it out. I added another star because I appreciate your commitment to customer satisfaction, but I'm not emailing you because I hope you don't think I'm looking for freebies and I don't want to get anyone in trouble.
(3)Renata K.
Best place to eat and drink! I totally recommend red potatoes french fries, they are to die for
(5)Tom K.
In a dandy Glenview shopping area across from Dick's sporting goods.(was this the old naval air station?) Large reception desk says this is a restaurant, not a bar. But in the center is a huge oval bar; dark wood, wood trimmed bar edge, with a brushed stainless steel top. When I go out, I need to have a good beer. This place has 114 taps! OK, 3 are light beers. Seats at least 30. It is not your cozy corner bar. Some jeans and a good number of dress slacks and button shirts (including me) on a Tuesday at 8 P.M. Ron the bar tender was surprisingly nice. He had time to chat even though the bar was packed. The food was great. Excellent Roast beef piled high with horseradish sauce on the side. French fries were too skinny for me. 12 bucks. A digital flat screen "chalkboard" goes with the dandy neighborhood. 12 TVs are spread around this huge room ; mostly sports. I had a good experience: huge selection of great beer., cool bartender, great food. It just lacks a bit of coziness.
(4)Joanna J.
I've been here on several occasions and the food is always delicious! The onion ring tower comes with two sauces. The sliders are also tasty. The burgers are juicy and flavorful, and you can tell they are made with fresh, quality meat. Their fries are shoestring and also great. We've also had many fabulous steaks from here, including the peppercorn fillet. The kid's meal comes with an entree, side of your choice, drink and dessert! The freshly baked brownie with ice cream is A-mazing! If you visit between 3 and 6, you can order a few half-priced appetizers and share with friends as meals! Drinks are also good-I'm a cocktail girl so I've enjoyed many of those, but the beer selection looks VERY extensive, and my husband enjoys trying a couple different flavors at each visit. Service is usually pretty good.
(5)Jackie S.
As a a Glenview native, I've been going to Yardhouse for years. The good: They have one of the best beer selections in the north suburbs. If you love beer, you'll love this place. The food is pretty good (if it's brought to you when it should be). I'm a big fan of the onion ring tower, the (Mac + Cheese)2 and the Angel Hair Pasta. Pizzas and burgers are good as well. The not-so-good: Inconsistent service. I've seen anywhere from good service to terrible service. Unfortunately, I've seen more of the latter (at least lately). Overall, if you're looking for a good beer and a huge menu, this place is for you.
(3)Chris B.
Be sure to ask for Bryn, great service. She had great recommendations and was super friendly. The food of course was great. Awesome beer menu. 5 star service all round.
(5)Mohammed K.
This is one of my all time favorite sports bar. The pastrami sandwich is out this world.
(5)Jennifer L.
Yard House has become a mainstay in my book when it comes to having that "go to" restaurant when you just can't decide where to hightail it to for some grub. Because let's face it, they pretty much have EVERYTHING. A beer list a mile long and what seems like a hundred different options from appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, seafood, pastas and desserts. This is an all around "people pleasing" place, it literally has something for everyone. I'd say 50% of my visits here are because of the dynamite happy hour. They have a great selection of half price appetizers, pizzas and sliders Monday - Friday from 3pm to 6pm and Sunday - Thursday from 10pm - 11pm. I'm partial to the Chicken Nachos and Chicken Lettuce Wraps because they never disappoint. Hook me up with some Snakebite or a Citrus Crush off their Fresh & Skinny drink menu and I'll be your best friend the rest of the night. And if you haven't tried their fresh baked brownie yet... you don't know what you're missing, pal. Little piece of heaven delivered right to your table. As a heads up, it can get VERY busy, even at the weirdest times (like 8pm on a Wednesday night). But I'd say they're especially slammed during the summer, so be prepared to wait unless you made a reservation.
(4)Fancy N.
I love coming to the Glen, and sitting outside the Yardhouse and people watching. Some reviewer stated the Glen is a cookie cutter outlet mall setting. Couldn't be further from the truth. While it was a previous Naval base, it is an upscale neighborhood, and the stores are boutique style, not outlet. There is a Dicks and Carters, but rest are small mom & pop individual not chain, much less outlet stores. Now that, that is clear, the food... its pretty good. I like their burgers, each has some funky combination, like pineapple/mango salsa burger, the onion gorgonzola is my favorite. But seriously, the best is the tortilla soup. It has big chucks of chicken, fresh slices of avocado, and is rich and creamy. I sometimes just come for the soup, its that good. Service is hit or miss, and I've found it doesn't really even matter if the place is busy. On a Sat afternoon we came with a group of 6, the place was packed, service was attentive and quick. On a Sunday afternoon where it was half empty, we got our food relatively quickly, but drink refills or bill took about an hour. Made me want to get up and leave. If you are calling ahead to make a reservation, be very clear who is in your party. Once we came with a larger group, forgot to note that we had kids with us, they sat us right by the bar, and the whole time we had servers walking up the bar to get drinks and bumping and spilling a little on our kids.
(4)Steven T.
So having eaten here numerous times, I can feel very confident saying that the food is better than mediocre and worse than good......I don't know a good word for that ('almost good'). I never walk away thinking that the quality of food to price paid was that bad (nor that good), but what keeps me coming back is the location, ability to manage a group of two to fifteen pretty easily, and the wonderful beer selection. I am very appreciative of their variety and different daily selections especially as they have a very wide variety of beers. Service has consistently been very good and friendly. The only reason why I didn't give this a fourth star is that the food is 'almost good'
(3)Matt L.
Went here for a business dinner, the food was very good, the setting was casual but still nice. Our server really had no idea what she was doing, but the other positives outweighed that annoyance. Overall a good experience and exactly what you would expect from this type of restaurant.
(3)Brian K.
This place is awesome. I always get the fillet and mash it is great. the service is professional and there so many different types of beers that you can taste all of them.
(5)Aswinikumar A.
Good drinks and food. To expensive for the quantity. Customer Service was OK the day I went.
(3)Ron H.
I went to yardhouse this past weekend with a group of my friends and was a bit disappointed by the experience. The atmosphere is quite nice and pretty casual. It's also pretty busy, which I took as a good sign about the quality of the food there. As a table, we got as appetizers the chicken nachos and onion ring tower which i think were the only good thing about our meal. We were pleasantly surprised by the chicken nachos that it was really the only time we've ever had nachos where you actually run out of chips for the amount of toppings. However, the entrees left something to be desired. We got the halibut, shrimp pasta, roast beef sandwich, and southern fried chicken. Each one was disappointing except for the roast beef. My wife got the halibut, which was cooked nicely but had very little flavor. It slightly like eating a sponge (which i have admittedly little experience in). Even the sauce seemed strangely bitter. The best part of that plate was the mashed potatoes but it's pretty hard to mess up mashed potatoes. My wife even went as far as to say it was the worst fish dish she's had. The southern fried chicken, like the halibut, had great texture and a great crunch but really didn't have any flavor. The waitress we had asked if my friend wanted the small or large portion of shrimp pasta and he said large. Upon arrival of the dish, it was so small that we thought the waitress had misheard his order. The flavor was good though. The roast beef sandwich was quite good especially the au jus it comes with. Would definitely recommend it. Overall, the dinner was quite disappointing and we were all a bit mystified as to why every time we drive by here, it seems to be packed. Maybe it was an off night for them or we just ordered wrong (even though the chicken was off of their "favorites" section). We also didn't try any of their beers which seems like it might be a major draw for the crowds. For a place that has food in around the same price range as cheesecake factory, I was definitely disappointed.
(2)Michelle S.
Come on Yard House. Two locations within a week in two different states and they were both shit. Total disappointment. We came on a Tuesday for dinner and it was packed. No big deal we'll wait. Service was horrendous. From the hostess stand to the server it all stunk. And I'll put up with a decent amount of crap but this was just bad. It took forever to get a server to our table after we waited 40 minutes to be seated. Tack on another 15 for water and that's absurd. Even more so when there are children at the table. Water arrives, she takes our drink order and then disappears again for another 10 even though we were ready to order. We wait, and wait and wait. She takes the order for her giant table next to us (think 20 men in business clothes who already had food and drink on the table) and then takes our order. Once our food did arrive (2 kids pizzas, a soup/salad) mine plate was still missing (another salad) and that took another 5+ minutes to arrive. Not to mention that a salad never made it to the table for one of the kids and the french fries didn't arrive until the end of the meal. Cups sat empty and never got refilled. And then the check got dropped off and our server never came back. I took it to the hostess stand where they whisked it off to someone and someone else brought it back to us. Unacceptable. The whole experience took entirely too long. I don't mind waiting for a table, I understand that part. I don't understand the shitty service and the long long wait for everything else inside. I can say with certainty that I will not be back to this location.
(1)Peter S.
One of my favorite places for late-night eats and drinks. They have a very broad menu, featuring all kinds of pub foods and unique dishes, which should sate the pickiest or most adventurous of your friends. The list of beers on tap takes up the whole first 3 pages of the menu, and includes several of my favorite stouts. They have plenty of dishes you can share, if you're just want to nibble while drinking. They have large dinner plates, when you've got a killer appetite. They frequently have new dishes, as well as specials. Be sure to swing by during happy hour. I personally enjoy their vegetarian options, which are very savory and well prepared. There are TVs everywhere, so there's a good chance whatever event you want to watch can be seen. The atmosphere is very nice - between a sports bar and a casual restaurant - and clean. The staff are very friendly, and do what they can to keep you happy. I'm glad we managed to score a Yardhouse restaurant nearby, as it's become one of my favoraite late-night go-to locations.
(5)Ayesha B.
The vibe is fun and upbeat at this place. Been here twice, the first time I was very unsatisfied and left hungry I ordered from the sea food menu and the portion was tiny. The second time I ordered a gardein burger and was surprised that it tasted like meat. But didn't completely blow me away. I have had better burgers. I Am also not a fan of the thin cut fries. I really like service but it's always busy so be sure to make a reservation.
(3)Rosanna L.
It was a popping place on a Thursday night. Busy, loud, a good atmosphere for our party of 16. We were celebrating our sorority chapter's 10th anniversary and Yard House had the space and the right vibe for it. Service: really slow, not tentative (at least at our table, we had 2 tables). Some of the soup orders were messed up and they took a long time. For whatever reason, our entrees came out when the other table was almost half way done with their food. Even though we ordered around the same time. We had to constantly raise our hands to get our water refilled. Food: definitely makes up for the lack of service. Everyone raved about their starters and entrees, not a bad one out of the bunch. A few starters that I tried and really liked were: chicken tortilla soup and the seared ahi salmon. Entrees: southern fried chicken and the mac and cheese! My personal entree was a turkey burger on whole wheat bread with sweet potato fries. Absolutely love the sweet potato fries, delicious and tasty! The burger itself was average, lacked flavor. It came topped with mozzerella and roasted roma tomatoes, but I'm more of the avocado and swiss kind of girl. Had a great time and everyone seemed to enjoy their experience. Can't wait to go back to watch some games at their bar!
(4)Steve M.
I have never seen so many beer choices on tap. Of course great beer but the food is good as well. I had a pastrami with jalapeno pepper on it and I have to say that I would order it again. A good place to go after work with many television to watch the games. So I went back and ordered the same sandwich and the pastrami has so much fat I couldn't chew it. Oh well
(4)Valerie W.
I have to knock off a star for Yard House, which is unfortunate. Hopefully, they can earn it back the next time I go in. We went on Friday for a late dinner (after 10, but their kitchen is open until midnight, so, no harm, no foul.) When we walked in, there were three hosts standing at the desk, but none of them acknowledged us for at least a minute (there was no one else in front of us, in the host area, or waiting.) They were just talking amongst themselves. It took even longer for the hostess to decide where to seat us. She explained that "I want to make sure I put you somewhere where a server can get to you right away, but I have a lot of big parties." There were many open tables in the restaurant. When we finally were sat, we waited, and waited, and waited for a server. Someone finally came by with the typical "has anyone seen you yet?" routine. Nope. She took our drink orders. A few minutes later, another server came by to take our drink orders. When we explained that we'd already been helped, his response was "well we never *really* know who has this table" and walked away. After several minutes, we see the two servers speaking with who assumingly was the manager, but still no one has come with our drinks. The second guy finally comes back with our drinks and says he will be taking care of us, but still no apology for the delay. The food was still good... I'm just annoyed with the service, especially since the hostess was so adamant about seating us somewhere where we could get served right away (which we didn't request, just a table, that's all we wanted. A table, where we could order food.)
(3)Martin H.
A step above your usual chain-restaurant fare. I went here with a group of coworkers for an unwinding session after work on Friday. I heard the name and almost instantly expressed my disinterest. I was pleasantly surprised by their low-key atmosphere, advanced cuisine, and affordable Patron shots. Definitely better than you'd think.
(4)Lauren F.
My boyfriend and I love the Yard House! On Friday-Sunday it is always packed, so expect a wait unless you want to sit at the bar-which we usually do. The bartenders are all super nice, attentive, and knowledgeable about the endless beers they have on tap. The beers are the real gem of the Yard House. They have over 100 amazing beers on tap-its a little overwhelming but AWESOME for beer enthusiasts! This isn't the place to go if you're trying to eat healthy-unless you make some specifications and changes when you order your dish, which I recently did and it was no problem for them at all. Between myself and the people I've gone with, I've had the Mac+Cheese, Vodka Shrimp Pasta, Chicken Enchilada Stack, Jerk Chicken with Shrimp Stack, Chicken Rice Bowl, Seared Sea Scallops, Spicy Jambalaya, Penne with Chicken, Onion Ring Tower, Guacamole & Chips, Classic Ranch Salad, and most recently the Chopped Salad. Every single one of these things was great and I would not hesitate to order them again. Their food menu is as extensive as their beer list, so whatever you're in the mood for, you can probably find. They also now feature vegetarian friendly versions of some of their most popular dishes that are made with Gardein. Most recently I had the chopped salad-I specified no bacon, no dressing, and add blackened chicken breast and romaine lettuce (it usually comes without lettuce)- it was fantastic-beautiful, fresh avocados splayed across the top along with tons of other fresh ingredients, and they handled my changes without a problem. If you love beer, and don't mind some tasty food thrown in, definitely stop by the Yard House!
(4)Kathleen C.
Having visited Yard House at least 30 times, I figured I should finally review it...I am actually surprised that I haven't yet. Yard House is a standby in Glenview as it happens to be a spot that is great for families, friends, happy hour, late night dining, etc. It is almost always bustling. The menu is a bit large...almost too large, but it seems to keep people happy. I especially enjoy the egg roll appetizers, the Cuban sandwich, and the bbq chicken pizza. In all of my visits, every time I order something else, I am dissatisfied. I think that some of the menu items are relatively average...so, stick with what you like and stay with it, and you should be happy. There are a zillion beers on the list (ok, a few hundred?), but to me, it seems like a zillion. I don't really drink beer, but they seem to have plenty to satisfy anyone's tastes. The wine list is relatively small, but pretty good. Service is usually pretty good, though it can be hit or miss as with any large spot. Sometimes service is super, sometimes slow....Value is ok, though somewhat pricey. I think the value reflects the fact that it seems like one of the only spots for this type of food in the immediate area.... Atmosphere is like any chain restaurant...loud, nothing too fancy and not that exciting. The bathrooms were done to look nice, though I'm pretty sure the one middle sink in the ladies room hasn't worked in years.... So, here's the numbers breakdown: Food - 3 Service - 3 Value - 3 Bathrooms - 2 Atmosphere - 3
(3)Dave V.
Yes they have some decent food. If you dont mind FOOD POISONING!!! Both my friend and I went to eat here as we always did when he was in town from the Corps. This was december 30th and we both had woken up with hardcore food poisoning, ruining our New Years plans. what i dont get is that both our food was well cooked so either they served us old/bad food or their staff is freaking dirty. Aside from that, their food is over priced and they have HORRIBLE SERVICE. I have met 1 staff member there that i have found to be enjoyable, keep in mind i have been here tons of time because of its convenience. They have a great selection of beers though, and thats the only good thing about them. I wont ever step foot in there again and you better believe that everyone i meet will know not to go there.
(1)Tricia D.
I hadn't rendezvoused into this place in a long time, but somehow had lunch here twice in a week! They have a nice $8-9 one page lunch menu, that offers a pick 2 choice of half a sammich/cup of soup/side salad. On both visits, I got the half of a crabcake hoagie with a field green salad. Winner! The crabcake was fresh, hearty, and well rounded in flavor. Insert shameless plug for the trio of mini desserts. It's a great offering of a mini choc souffle, peach apple cobbler, and lemon souffle, ALL a la mode for $9. Check out that caramel ice cream on the cobbler! Our waiter David on the second visit provided exceptional service, keeping an eye on our drinks and bringing refills before we could even raise a finger.
(4)N E.
I'm a fan.... During Happy hour.... Half off on most if not all apps. Top three: Chicago Nachos, Onion Ring Tower, and the Buffalo Wings. During normal hours, I think they are over priced, and would eat at Wildfire over them.
(3)Cat C.
Love the food! It's so good but they wait was so long! We had to wait 1 hour for a table, the hostess was super mean! Yelled at me not to color on the table. Even tho I'm 12 years old. Put us at the worst table so we asked to switch. We did but she was not happy about it. The food took for ever but is REALY good! The burger are amazing
(3)Ed A.
I came here with a friend who loves his place for their selection of good beer and great atmosphere. This place is located in the upscale mall The Glen in Glenview. It was nice to meander the sidewalks and check out the storefronts filled with merchandise I couldn't possibly afford. The mall was laid out nicely with about four other restaurants with food offerings that pretty much touched all the bases. The service was very good and our server could not have been more pleasant. The menu was large and varied with selections that satisfied any ethnic craving one could have. The layout of the restaurant was quite open, with a extremely large oval shaped bar centered in the room with tables most immediate to it and booths lining the perimeter of the restaurant. I wouldn't consider this a special occasion restaurant but more of a quick bite, get out of the house, pre-or post-bar hangout kind of place. The female servers are totally worth a visit and the beer selection will surely keep things fresh.
(3)Margaret G.
Went here after the movies - happy to see 3 spots at the bar. But it ended up being the worst bar service we've ever had. Totally ignored, it wasn't busy, bartenders helped the couple next to us. We were totally invisible. We left and went to Pinstrips where we were treated very nicely - as you should be when you're eating out! We'll never go here again.
(1)Venessa F.
Great beer selection- DUH- but the menu is great, too! I was here on a Friday night and has to struggle through crowds of rowdy teenagers find the place but I was glad to find a seat at the bar when I did. The sweet potato fries with maple syrup bacon dip was GREAT! It even made a good cold breakfast in the morning :)
(5)Lauren H.
Soo many beer options. GLUTEN FREE options. Amazing. They have a whole menu for it.
(5)Laila C.
The beers were great, the food was ok...They would probably be better if I got to eat my leftovers for breakfast the next morning more sober. Unfortunately, I have a wiley puppy who likes to steal and eat and puke up 3 lbs of leftover cheeseburgers. p.s. get the hummus plate! I NEVER order hummus when I go out but this was really good!
(3)Amber D.
This is our second time here and we won't be back. While the food was ok, and the beer selection amazing, we had one issue. My husbands roast beef dip was tainted. The meat had a rainbow hue to it. It was visibly spoiled. How this even made it onto a plate to be served is beyond me. What if he hadn't caught it??? We told our server, who was quick to offer another sandwich instead. When the bill came they didn't take it off. I understand they gave him another sandwich instead, but was making that $10 really worth losing a few customers over?!?
(2)Ewelina P.
best place ever. best food , so much beer , elegant . love it there , I go there all the time. their happy hours are great !
(5)Laura C.
This is one of my favorite places! I always love the chopped salad - no lettuce: corn, onion, celery, avocado, bacon, and pure deliciousness! I sub out the dressing with ranch and sometimes add grilled chicken. This is a simple and delightful meal and not too heavy! I haven't had a bad dish here. The beer- I couldn't possibly write all about since there is just so much! I recommend trying a beer blend - like a Snakebite for something different and new.
(5)Annie C.
I'm going to take one star off just because their food is way too overpriced and they don't have that grand of a selection. If you are going for food, I wouldn't choose this place right away, but if you're going for a nice wide range of beers, I would choose this place. I suggest the Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse. It went perfectly with the Southern Fried Chicken I ordered that laid on a bed of mashed potatoes with carrots and chives. Although, the dish was rather over-salted. I kept grabbing my drink. But overall that chicken literally melted in my mouth and fell off when I cut it. As for the service, it's mediocre. They were jam packed that night so the waiter did his best to serve us. Also the wait was about 30-45 minutes on a Thursday night considering how early or late you get there. I would say just give it a try! I enjoyed the beer, the chicken, and company.
(3)Tara G.
They have a lot of beer, so they have that going for them. The restaurant is very loud, has a crowded bar in the center and has very poor lighting. It's like they can't decide whether to be a sports bar or a fine dining facility. Nothing special unless you like alcohol.
(3)Allison M.
I really like Yard House, with its extensive beer selection and diverse menu. The atmosphere can be more restaurant-y or bar-y, depending on what you're looking for. There aren't a huge ton of healthy choices, and the portions are big, but as long as you know that in advance, it's really easy to enjoy yourself here!
(4)Sofia J.
YOUNGBERRY CHOCOLATE * Lindeman's Framboise & Young's Double Chocolate Stout I should end my review here. Ohhhhhhhhh but the lobster, crab, and artichoke dip is so good.... and so is the hawaiian poke stak, , and the spicy thai chicken pizza... but seriously... Chocolate and Raspberry beer.... a match made in heaven.
(5)Scott W.
I love their beer selection, but the food is a little spendy and never balances out on flavor or quality. Close but a good dollar or three above comparable places across the board. They try to jujsh it up with semi-fancy ingredients, but aren't all the way into fancyland. A deep and broad menu with a wide range of options. Lots of TVs. Its the kind of place the family can go so Dad and the boys can watch a game and Mom and the girls can have a good meal. The staff is semi attentive. It depends on how busy they are. They have a problem with timing and the nuances of knowing when someone is ready for service. But honestly, they've never had a full house the couple of times I've been there. So there is no reason why they shouldn't be better. We'd go back, but only for the beers and proximity to stuff in The Glen.
(2)William G.
I have been to both this location and the one in Pasadena, CA and I really like it. They have a wide variety of choices on the menu, and everything I have ever ordered has been good. The place itself has a nice atmosphere and I have always gotten good service. It can get more crowded/louder if there is a big sorts game on.
(4)Ben C.
Phenomenal service, food was delicious and quite kid friendly, even at 7:00pm on a friday night
(4)Mike L.
We sat and dined at the bar on a Saturday night. This appeared the route to go as there was a wait for tables in their vast dining area. Sitting at the bar we received friendly prompt service. Food was ordered and came out fast and very well timed...perfect to be honest with you. Ron was a great bar tender. Their beer selection is overwhelming and you should know what kind of beer you like or want to try out or it could be stressful to pick. Prices for some of the pints $6.75 area bit much but worth it if you like to try different beers. The atmosphere was casual and friendly it didn't seem too loud to me either. The food we ordered was all very good. Tacos (small street style), calamari, lettuce wraps, deviled eggs. All very tasty and unique. All we dined on this high quality bar food I wished we'd of ordered entrees as the ones I saw looked awesome. They appeared very sizeable and well presented. For me it's hard to pass up the bar food while drinking their awesome beers so a full meal seemd a bit much but next time I'll be dining full on with the beer.
(5)Jen W.
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(5)Amy S.
I work in Northbrook and this has got to be my favorite lunch spot. They have decent lunch specials and seriously THE BEST food! My favorite is the Crunchy Ahi Tuna Salad, only about $10-12 or so. It is really fresh and crunchy and they put the perfect amount of dressing on top. They also have great burgers, insanely good mac and cheese, and a delicious bbq chicken salad. They have a great selection of beer - which is good for happy hours!
(4)Ashley S.
LOVE THIS BAR!!!! I had heard really good things about this place so we decided to check it out on Saturday. It was really busy, which is always a good sign! They have so many beers to choose from, it was overwhelming, so I stuck to what I know. The service was great and we got the lobster, crab and artichoke app and it was delicious! This seems like it'd be a really fun place for a little birthday get together. Plus it's in the Glenn which is probably one of my favorite places, soooooo much to do over there!
(5)Ian M.
Millions of cold beers, cold beers for me. Millions of cold beers, cold beers not for free... (my best Presidents of the USA impression) This classy tap house is simply glorious! So many different types of beers on tap to choose from that is simply just too hard to only stick with one. I always start with the Paulaner Hefe though. Delicious. The menu is on point as well but you just cant go wrong with sticking with some simple sliders. They have their own special Yardhouse sauce that compliments them wonderfully. The portions of the entrees are rather large and hearty. I have never left this place without a huge smile on my face and saying to myself... "When are we coming back?" Enjoy!! -Ian M.
(5)Connie H.
I was craving a burger so we decided to stop by Yardhouse for lunch before running some errands. I had the pepper crusted blue cheese burger, medium and they did just that. Often times restaurants like these can't seem to cook their burgers the way its ordered but Yardhouse did a good job. It wasn't the best I've ever had but it satisfied my craving and I love shoestring fries! The other people I went with also enjoyed their food. We shared a ahi poke bowl which was delicious, wish it came with one more fried wonton skin. I would have given 4 stars but the service could have been better. We had to flag down our waitress to refill our drinks each time. Also, someone accidentally knocked the fire alarm while taking out trash so we had to eat while it went off for a good 10min before the fireman came, however one of managers went around to each table to apologize and explain what was going on. The menu is extensive so lots of choices, I wouldn't mind going back again. There is also a pretty large bar with lots of different beers on tap (but our family doesn't really drink so I can't comment much on that).
(3)Derek C.
huge selection of beer and good food. the best reason to love this place. I don't exactly remember everything that we've tried, but the one stand out here is the mac and cheese with bacon. oh so good! I usually order it without the mushrooms tho. service has been really good every time we have gone with the servers being really attentive to drinks getting close to empty and any other needs. this place does get really packed tho, so be prepared for a wait if you come during dinner hours.
(4)Christine V.
I was pleasantly surprised with The Yard House. The options are seemingly endless. They have like a billion beers on tap (I lost count after 1 million) and the menu was nice as well. We had the crab and lobster artichoke dip which tasted awesome. It came with warm pita bread and tortilla chips and was enough to share with 3 other people. The place was packed on Saturday which is always a good thing, we snagged a table after my hubby made another couple really uncomfortable and stood next to them while they were still sitting (but they were obv ready to go). God love em :)
(4)Donna W.
This was my second time here -- and last. Although we were seated quickly, the noise level was deafening (although the place wasn't that crowded or boisterous) and it was freezing cold, even though we all had light jackets on. The waitress said she would ask about turning down the vent, but the place remained uncomfortably chilly throughout our dinner. Although we arrived well before six, by the time we got our drinks and asked about appetizers we were informed that it was now past six and the half-price deal was over. Not very customer friendly!! I ordered a hamburger w/mushrooms, and the waitress informed me that it would be $1.85 extra, which was high but acceptable -- but then my burger arrived mushroom-less! So disappointing - she did remove the fee from the bill, and a manager came over and apologized - but no offer to comp anything as compensation. Waitress continued to be elusive, and as a result we did not order a second round of drinks. Our meals were good, especially the shoestring fries - but for the price, they should be (I believe the burger was $12.95). All and all, for the money I expect much better service and atmosphere.
(2)Kaye D.
Came here for a friend's birthday dinner. There were at least 20 of us, and we all got to sit together... after they pushed a few tables together. The servers were great and figured out how the bills were split and our orders were correct. Kudos to them. Food was great. My husband and I shared an entree since we had just come from another event. That was enough for us. The Bulls game was also on, so the restaurant was pretty full. Seems appropriate since they have quite a beer list available. The same goes for their food as well.
(4)Lana Y.
This was my 3rd time here and my last! From the moment we walked in the hostesses weren't friendly and when they sat us we waited 10 minutes for our waitress to come by! The restaurant was not busy so there is no reason for us to wait that long. She finally came and just took our order without apologizing. I understand people have off days, but it's courtesy for the customer. Anyways, The kitchen messed up our order which we reminded the waitress twice and she finally came back with the manager. The manager apologized but oh well! It wasn't even worth going there and won't be going there again!
(1)Dominick M.
Solid place. Good service with an extensive menu for food and alcohol (almost a little too extensive). I have had mixed experiences with the food. The appetizers, entrees and deserts for the most part are good, but I recently got the BBQ bacon cheddar burger and it was just mediocre. The fries were the highlight of the meal. Love the atmosphere as it is holds an upscale, sports bar type decor. Overall, Yardhouse is a solid place, but would never be my first choice.
(3)Anthony C.
After a few more visits I have to upgrade my review from my previous post. We have gone a couple times during the week recently and found the food and service to be outstanding. Most of the appetizers are creative and well-prepared. The salads are fresh and generous in portions. The place seems really well managed and the waitstaff friendly and knowledgeable in regards to the menu and beer selection. My fears regarding the freshness of having over 100 beers on tap have been unfounded. Each beer selection to date has been cold and tasty. We will only dine here during the week because it just gets too noisy and busy on the weekends but the Yard House is a fantastic option for a midweek night out.
(4)David R.
Still a solid 3.5 stars. Even with the profusion of TV screens, this place seems too ascetic, so don't go for the personality because there is zero. But if you want to see obscure sports, stop by on a weekday lunchtime. Since there is hardly anything interesting going on in the mainstream sports, you are liable to see BMX racing or local semipro girls volleyball (no joke). However, setting all that aside, I can say that I have never had a bad meal here and usually the food is pretty darn good. I tend to get entree salads almost exclusively. They have a gigantic menu which is sure to please everyone, even if you roll with a large posse like I do. My last two visits have been groups of ten and thirteen, respectively. Somehow the group of ten got far slower service than the thirteen. Hit or miss! Yesterday we were taken care of pretty well, about as well as you could expect for such a large group. There was a serious lag between beverage orders and receiving the drinks, but the entrees came out a bit sooner than we had expected. Again, it's a good option for the area but there is nothing to distinguish these guys from a thousand other middlebrow American restaurants.
(3)Shyna H.
Excellent place with tons of beer options, loved the food the manager gave us a free most expensive dish of the bill because of a mixup.
(5)Scott F.
When you pay $10.75 for your martini, you want it WITHOUT ICE CUBES FLOATING ON TOP! Who does this? A bit of frost is expected to form on top of the drink, but not be riddled with icey chunks of what the martini was shaken from! So the bartender in me asks, Do you have a strainer? NOPE was the response. A bar not having a strainer? Why not, I asked? The manager came over and confirmed the idiocy of not having a strainer in the bar. "That's not how we do it" he claimed. I said yes, I know, you do not make a proper Martini! Call it something else, because it certainly is no Martini, my friend. I get the whole beer theme that this place boasts, but if you serve other drinks, you need the right equipment, or simply do not call them Martinis! The point of the shaker is to chill the drink, then let the customer enjoy the drink as intended. When you have ICE melting away in your Martini, your drink gets worse by the second, worse meaning more and more watered down. The moral to the story is give the customer what they want, not how YOU see it. Without customers, you do not exist.
(1)Paul S.
Ok food. Horrible service. What's a point to have drinks on the menu if you don't have them. Dirty plates were on the table during deserts. Had to wait for spoons for 10 min while ice cream melted. Would not be back.
(2)Alyssa P.
This was my first visit to Yard House and based on this visit I would love to go back again if I'm ever in/around Glenview. We went in around 4 pm, at that time they weren't very busy, however they had a lot of ppl on staff which I understood why b/c by 5 pm, the place got really busy. Everyone was very friendly; from the hostess, to our waitress (Erica) to the manager (?, I believe he was the manager). Erica was really helpful and explained about any items, if it was made differently then what we would typically get at a different restaurant, which I appreciated. The menu was extensive and there was a lot to choose from but since we were there between 3-6 pm, we where told about their Happy Hr specials and took advantage of that. The food came out quickly after orders were placed and the last item didn't come out at the same time. Manager came and explained that the pizza is going to take a lit' longer since it was burnt so it was being remade. To us, it wasn't that big of a deal since the wait didn't seem that long at all but again, very appreciated. I'm glad they did remake the pizza since that was one of my favorite app. The garlic noodles has good flavor but was a lit' too greasy for my taste, but other than that everything else we ordered was delicious. We were there for about 1 1/2 hrs and never felt rushed.
(5)Ashley C.
We came here on suggestion of a friend who was familiar in the area. This place was raved about for their beer selection and their good bar food. It was okay. Yes, they have a great beer selection and the make their other drinks nice and strong. We grabbed a table at around 11 on a Saturday night. We got some appetizers in to keep us going. It was all fried what we ordered and expectedly it was okay. Service was a bit slow, but friendly. I'd go back if I was in the area but that could also be because I have no clue where else I would go. Based on what we tried, I wouldn't likely go here for dinner. Drinks - pretty good. I guess the big theme was "okay."
(3)Duska K.
Cheeseburgers are pretty good and the fries are great. Went back last night with a friend for their Pomogranate Mojito, loved it and I would love to go back! Even though I rarely go to suburban bars and don't like to - this place is very decent and you don't feel strange sitting at the bar because it's the central location of the whole restaurant. Nice! Plus, there are tons of booths. Always a plus.
(4)Tiffany L.
Good selection of beers, try the beer floats. Ice cream and beer?? Better than you would think. I like the chicken nachos here sometimes. Other times it is too greasy. During happy hour it's a much smaller portion. Lame. And the Chicken Lettuce wraps were pretty good, I like how it comes with all the sauces.
(3)Peggy P.
Our large group is still raving about the FANTASTIC service we enjoyed this evening. Terrific food and impressive timing - the entire table was served at the exact same time. Special requests were handled in a flash. What a terrific place to dine after a movie.
(5)Monalisa M.
Love this brewery. Great beer selections and appetizers at the bar. Open till midnite, and bartenders are nice. Huge inside, so can be out with a huge group, or tucked away on a date. *thumbs up*
(4)Sean K.
I'm giving this place 5 stars for the vegetarian options. It's so nice to have a regular place have specialty foods. The other people I went with did not have the vegetarian/meat substitute items and had great meals as well. It's definitely a place for the beer lovers but even if you want a non-alcoholic drink, go there and try the flavored sodas.
(5)Kristen L.
Definitely great for drinks, not so much for food. They have a huge selection of beers to choose from and their mixed drinks are equally good. A little pricey, but well worth the price. The food on the other hand, is a different story. The portions are small and are not worth the money. The first time I went I ordered a grilled burger which was very dry and quite flavorless. The cheese, tomatoes, onions and lettuce didn't do anything for the burger. The second time I went, I ordered the angel hair pasta which uses olive oil as one of its ingredients, but the pasta was swimming in it. The only good thing was their banana creme brulee. The sugar coating was crispy and added just the right amount of sweetness to the creamy custard sitting below. There were also bananas torched in with the sugar which added a whole new dimension of flavor. The other time I went was with a group of about 15 people and we were all there for drinks. The server was very helpful and for it being pretty packed that night, she was fast with serving/refilling our drinks. Great drinks, great dessert, good service, not so great food.
(3)Nubia G.
I had a great experience here. First timer. My waitress was very attentive and knowledgeable. She was able to pair us up with the best beers from all over with just a couple of references to our specific palate. The food was a bit pricey but was good. To say, we even took home the left overs. I would love to go back again.
(5)Adam B.
I live an hour away from Glenview and my oh my, the drive was definitely worth it. I like the setup with the bar right in the middle and that it shows off the numerous draft beers, one of the really unique features of the Yard House. Also, I liked seeing booths specifically designed for large groups. We started with the chicken nachos. Now I am not the biggest nachos fan in the world, but these were far and away the best nachos I have ever tasted and I don't say that kind of thing easily. The chips were crisp and were topped with pinto beans, cheddar and jack cheese, chicken, red and green sauces, tomatoes, cilantro, onions, guacamole and sour cream. Everything tasted fresh, which is so rare the case with nachos. The cilantro, tomatoes, and green onions gave that fresh, vibrant taste. There were big chunks of chicken, my only complaint was there wasn't enough of it. Quality guacamole, which is essential to any order of nachos too! I would really get this every time I go back. Next I ordered the Cuban roast pork dip sandwich. Pressed french bread containing a lot of pork, roasted roma tomatoes, pepper jack , pickles, Dijon and garlic aïoli along with a side of BBQ au jus. The Dijon was a little strong, but the tomatoes and pickled helped balance the flavor. And I got the onion rings as my side. Dang, they know how to fry well. The onions were all very crisp with a delicious coating, and there was a nice taste of Miller lite in the batter as well. My companion ordered the NY strip sandwich and I got a taste. Now usually when you get a steak sandwich and it's one giant piece of beef, it is very hard to bite a piece of the steak off and you usually wind up cutting up the sandwich into small pieces. By contrast, this was one of the most tender pieces of beef I have ever had. It was cooked perfectly medium rare and I liked the fried onions on top as well. Plus, it had the same garlic aioli as the Cuban. The server did a fine job at keeping the drink glasses filled and did a good job at answering our menu questions, which we needed being first-timers. Granted the prices are a little higher than what I'd like and that's about the only reason I can't give it a 5-star rating. But for preparation and quality that good, I guess you get what you pay for.
(4)Liza K.
Believe it or not, I actually discovered this place in Oahu Hawaii. The minute I came home i googled it and saw that there was one in glenview, yay :) best pastrami in the whole world. Huge menu!! Huge beer selection best restaurant ever lol
(5)Mike W.
Nice place, good food but Joanne who took care of us was outstanding. I would request her by name on my next visit.
(4)Meg P.
I really like the artichoke appetizer and the eggplant pasta. Also the spicy rice bowl was good. Otherwise, the food is not very appetizing and the prices excessive.
(3)Kirstin E.
Went here with some girlfriends on a Saturday night. We went well after dinner hours and were still asked to wait 15-20 minutes for a table to open for 5 people. I thought this was a bit ridiculous, but oh well. A round of drinks will do at the bar. Our first waitress seemed a bit confused that we only wanted to sit together and have drinks at a booth instead of at the bar. She was very accommodating when we asked if we could order a bottle of champagne to celebrate a friend's engagement. They brought the champagne out as a surprise and also threw in a mini-cake/icecream with a candle. It was cute and my newly engaged friend was very happy and surprised! :) Our first waiter left and we were given a different one. He seemed like he wanted to join the party (fine) but was not fast on taking orders or bringing them, which was kind of disappointing seeing as they weren't that busy. As far as drink prices, I thought they were fair and not overpriced.
(3)Kevin K.
The 150+ beers on tap is pretty impressive and they will let you taste a few before ordering. I had the burger with the béarnaise sauce and it was cooked to perfection and tasted great, but I should have asked for a little more sauce cause it was that good. Skip the bun, it's fine without the extra. I did have a burger but the people in my group had the different variety of tacos. The variety of food that they have to offer is making me want to come back and try the different items, especially the dessert menu.
(5)Clement C.
When they first opened, I would have given this place a 4. Now it's a lot of highschool kids and specials which were at a good hour, are now mid day or very late. The Yard of beer is no longer available either. Did I mention the highschool and younger crowd. Food is also very TGIF, Applebees, etc.
(2)Michael R.
All I can say is "Wow!" It's rare to go out with my entire family and have everyone so happy with their food. I had the Korean Pork Belly and Short Rib tacos and tuna poke and all of it it was delicious. The tuna poke is especially wonderful. The beer selection is one of the best in Chicagoland. I had a Three Floyds Gumballhead and a Half Acre Daisy Cutter, but I could have picked several more. The beer menu is well divided by style, making it easier to choose. Other favorites around the table included the veggie sliders, mac and cheese, deviled eggs and pretty much all the salads. Get there early as by the time we left at about 2pm, it was very crowded. I can't recommend Yard House highly enough.
(5)Nikhil A.
For Vegetarians looking for a good bar food (Vegi Wings, Pizza, Burgers) this place is AWESOME. I am fan of the Gardein Option of food. You can get wings...which go well with drinks. My favorite is Vegi Wings (firecracker) or chicken pizza (vegi chicken :)). The location is nice, GREAT beer selection and good crew. Place is chill and so is interior. Its little over priced, but oh well.... sometimes its ok :D . Bcos of popularity, it might be little busy sometimes, so having a reservation is a good idea.
(5)michael w.
as one might guess from the name, BIG beer selection, food is on the pricier side. Very crowded, very popular. Think Cheesecake Factory. If you like dropping that kind of coin, and that kind of food, then you will be just fine here.
(3)Nancy H.
Man, I love this place. I'm not in Glenview often, but whenever I am, this is my go-to place for really good brews and bar food. They're known for having the most varied amount of beers on tap! They have an extensive food menu too, but some of it is pan-Asian, which I don't think is necessary. I stick to the American basics. They have a happy hour menu too from 4-6 PM on weekdays, so certain appetizers are $5. There is plenty of seating in here (small booths, large booths, tables, and bar stools around the large center bar) and an outdoor patio. There are TVs galore for the sports fans. The hostesses and servers are usually very friendly too. You can try to find parking in front; if not, definitely in back in the parking structure.
(5)Sarah K.
I love the Yardhouse, considering I'd been to other Yardhouse locations... but the experience I had here last night wasn't so thrilling. The music wasn't upbeat, and my food didn't taste all that great (Parmesan Crusted Chicken). I was expecting a much better dish. I do have to admit that I like the fact that there wasn't a wait around 6:30ish. The one I normally go to is a 2+ hr wait.
(2)Tracy L.
Very large seating accommodations from the bar, to the booths and the tables. Food and beer selection large enough to satisfy anyone in your party with all different palates from your southern charm friends to your saucy asian friends and your regular comfort food american. girls, you MUST have the yardhouse "blend"... **Rose Garden**: (Hoegaarden White & Lindeman's Framboise) aka for all you non beer drinkers--berry flavored light wheat beer. framboise on its own tastes like pure syrup sugar that your pour onto shaved ice cones....imagine that! mmm mac and cheese^2 ? everyone raves about how it's their favorite bc of the truffle....but really? eh. it tastes commercialized...if that makes any sense. plus, you can make that at home. by far, the Bernaise burger steals the win on my taste buds!!
(3)Lois C.
I loved (you see the past tense) yardhouse but maybe not so much anymore. I only go to yardhouse for their happy hour, but there are so many better happy hour places to chose from that yardhouse may be last on my list from here on out. To begin, the hostess was rude. I was going to be with a party and I was looking around to see if my party was there yet and the hostess was staring at me giving me dirty looks. YES I can see you staring and giving me dirty looks even without looking at you. Aren't hostesses supposed to be friendly and welcoming? That's what I always thought at least. Next came our waitress. AGAIN, another rude employee. I can't believe how outwardly rude she was. Usually I'm pretty sensitive to rude people but my whole table agreed that her little smart comments and rude tone was not cutting it. And SERVICE is everything when it comes to a good restaurant experience. And to top it off, like my fellow friend and yelper, we found a dead fly in our lettuce wrap. Waitress was rude about taking it from us and getting help, but the manager on staff did come out and apologize and asked if we wanted a new order. How can I eat an order of lettuce wraps after seeing a dead fly in my lettuce? No thank you. At least he did take it off our total, but still... definitely could have experienced better.
(1)c g.
Beer selection is awesome but the staff is like a corporate stick in the Mud. No charm here.
(2)David R.
Good food and good service, we are big fans of this place.
(5)Yanyao N.
Currently my favorite waiter service place to eat in The Glen for a few reasons: - Booths galore. I really like to sit in on padded things. A comfortable tuckus makes for a happy Yanyao. - The music is fun! Classic rock gems that J adores and some that are familiar because they've been on Guitar Hero/Rock Band. Hee! - I imagine if I was a beer drinker, then I look at all the beer taps. They would make my eyes wide. Plus they have lambics. So tasty. - Pretty diverse menu. Good for when I feel indecisive. Anyhow, we came for a late midweek lunch. The place was pretty empty and quiet, perfect for listening to the Doobie Brothers and what not. More importantly, the food was pretty tasty. I'm pretty used to places butchering any time of ethnic sauce preparation (example: the spicy Thai at Leona's tastes like teriyaki... gross). The jerk wings taste mildly jerky! Surprise surprise, they're all drums too. Bonus points! I had tomato bisque (organic, tasty) and the chicken garlic noodles. Garlic and noodles: another 2 of my favorite food groups. This was lovely. Noodles, spinach, asparagus, ground chicken, shiitake mushrooms, edamame, smoked tofu, garlic. Very flavorful and I appreciated all the veggies. Also stole some of J's fries that accompanied his Cubano. Skinny, crisp, well-seasoned, DELICIOUS! So delicious that I declined ketchup (who wants that HFCS anyway?) It is a little pricey even during the lunch but they have happy hour at 3pm with reduced priced appetizers (SCORE). I hear some coconut shrimp calling my name. "Yanyaooooooooo! Come eat me!" I think I will.
(4)Rafael F.
Beer selection is great, fresh not sure. Selection is great. Food however, is A-OK. Not worth the money. Burgers are good and fries too! Can't go wrong. Ordered the mac and cheese. It has bacon, chicken, mushrooms and truffle oil. The truffle oil makes it disgusting so if you don't know what truffle oil is and don't like it, don't get truffle oil. I also think that chicken and mac and cheese don't go well together. Parmesan Crusted Chicken was ok. Nothing special. The take from this is go for the beers and appetizers. Don't waste your money and time with the dishes.
(2)Nikki C.
$3.25 for a glass of milk. So good it's printed on the little table menus under desserts. actually its iced cold milk for $3.25 before tax. You would hope this included a sneak peak at the milk wench's soft silky breast or at least a skin flick involving a milk maiden, a happy grass fed cow and some rubber gloves, but no. Not much fanfare or singing servers to gather around you as you are served your $3.25 glass of iced cold milk. You can always choose to skip the milk as some are lactose notlikey and save the $3.25 + tax for another enjoyable option at your local convenience store as this is certainly your prerogative. But if you order the fresh baked pan of brownie topped with a scoop of ice cream and don't order the milk...you just order failed. Its the equivalent of ordering salsa without chips, steak without sizzle, potatoes without mashed...etc. (and yes, I know this review is on the suck.;p) big huge place, beers on tap a plenty, but more of the safe and more generic popular kind, instead of the obscure once in a lifetime pours you would find if the beermaster were more of a geek with a better budget. I can say it is probably great "for the suburbs", but this argument is just the suck. anyways nobody drinks too much in the burbs because everybody drives in the burbs 'right'? the food, actually lets start with the menu. They Have EVERYTHING. at least it felt that way, many choices and most came out ok. looked better on the page and plate, but failed to deliver in the mouth, or in the tummy or in the soul. (please ease up on the ginger flakes covering up the salmon dish, maybe a little on top, but it really does not need to cover up the whole plate like a mound of bukake) I do prefer smaller menus, which help ensure larger budgets for better, fresher quality and more time to focus on tweaking recipes to higher RPM's, but being in the "burbs", with the bigbox store philosophy of something for everyone must apply here. Ok. I'll stop the rant already. ::This review is not for to be useful, funny or cool to another reader. Its more of a post it note for my brain in the future should I wonder if i ever DNA'd this place in the prior.:: Its great for the "burbs". Bring your mother's bridge club, order up and enjoy the really friendly servers and if you were smart enough to wear your winter jeans or stretchy pants can then enjoy the rest of the Glen with a slow calorie suburban burning walk.
(4)Brian L.
A place for lovers of beer, or at least they like trying beer. There are a million on tap, I'm sure each and every person will find a new beer that they enjoy (I had the vanilla stout, quite nice). The bartender was quite nice. She was helpful, and wasn't stuffy at all. The sliders were quite good (the meat wasn't a patty, but shredded beef) and the fries it came with were shoestring slices of deep fried heaven. I would've eaten the whole thing if I didn't have my incredible Hulk strength keeping me from them... Come on by, it's a good time. Large outdoor seating, large indoor seating.
(4)Mike D.
This is tap heaven for me...a ton of options on draft that don't let you down. The selection is assorted by type on their menu so it makes it easy to try something new or stay with your classics. We ordered sliders with fries between a big group of us and they were received with high regards. We were only here for a short time during off peak hours but the service was attentive and super-friendly. This is definitely a place I could see myself coming back to but mostly because of the beer selection! I would love to return and give their menu a thorough try.
(4)Lindsay M.
You can't really go wrong in a place that serves this many beers on tap! I've been to The Yardhouse twice.. I don't live to close but when I'm in the area my boyfriend and I usually like to stop in. First of all, I LOVE this neighborhood. It's like a town within a town.. so cute! The Yardhouse is HUGE and always seems to do a good amount of business. The first visit, we were put on a wait but it wasn't long at all and the host stand were on top of there job and really friendly and polite. Definitely like the fact that they support a lot of local breweries. We ordered our drinks and had one of the AHI appetizers. The fish was really delicious and nice and light.. I can't stand appetizers that are too filling. The first visit I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato bisque.. It was delicious. I had a bowl of soup again the second time again but this time tried one of the burgers, 'The Hawaiian.' It was good, not the best, but pretty good. I'm not a huge fan of the fries... but that's probably better for me in the long run anyway.. the last thing I need is to eat a pile of fries and gain a bunch of weight. Our server was really friendly and knowledgeable. As indecisive as I am, I'm usually always asking the server's opinion and our server was very helpful. The place is reasonably priced and the menu is pretty big. I love stopping in here. :)
(4)Pattie U.
I love this place and come whenever I can. The 1/2 off appetizers during Happy Hour is a great deal. I always over-order! They have a great menu chock-full of good stuff. My favorites are the spinach-artichoke dip and the creme brulee. They have a GREAT beer selection. Any place with Tripel Karmeliet is golden in my eyes. The only downside for me is that it's always crowded because it is popular, and rightfully so. Also unfortunately, a majority of the people who crowd this place are characteristic of Yard House's surroundings, which is a con in my eyes...
(4)O.M. R.
Been there a 2days ago. Tried the summer salad for dinner... 1word for it: DIVINE!
(5)Paddy O.
I went there for the second time today. Beer list is amazing and the service was capable. Burgers little small for the price. Chicken fingers meh beading fell off and they were pretty flavorless if you didn't dip them in the accompanying sauces . Like I said beer nice, food OK I really didn't think two burgers, four pints and an appetizer should cost $79. Before tip
(3)Liz A.
We were at the Glen around dinner time and had our 6 month old puppy with us. We noticed that the Yard House had outdoor seating that welcomed dogs, so we decided to eat there. Even though they were busy, we were seated promptly and the filled up the doggie water dish right away with fresh water. The menu was so huge I really didn't get past the appetizer and snack part, but instead ordered the grilled artichoke, the pasta with shitake and garlic, and the salad with soy citrus dressing. My husband had the tortilla soup and cobb salad. I was surprised at how good the food was, considering we'd only chosen the place because we could take our dog there....The artichoke was tasty although next time I will ask for lemon butter instead of the garlic aoli, which tasted like tartar sauce. The shitake pasta was fabulous! And a perfect modest dinner portion, which because it was an appetizer was only $5.95. The tortilla soup is more like a cheesy corn chowder but it was delicious also! The service was very attentive even with our being outside and at the end. It was such a pleasant dinner, I really couldn't have ask for any better. Matt the server was great and we will be back again with the dog and our kids this time.
(4)Brandon W.
I never thought I would be writing a one star review for a place that has so many beers on tap. This alone should be enough to rocket it into the five star sphere, however - it does not. Now note, this was not my first rodeo in the Yard House, I have come here before. With a good food selection, and an offering of a MNF happy hour, we thought we had struck gold. We came in and were promptly seated, right next to the door. Our server came over, and went on to explain their new fish selection and then left to get us water. Upon his return, we ordered our drinks (I ordered a Dirty Martini, extra dirty) - when it came it actually was not extra dirty, it actually seemed extra watery, and to top it off there were no olives - none. Really? Onto food. My wings were delivered nice and hot, along with our sliders and salad. We promptly asked for a couple extra plates so we can share some food (And i can put my wing bones somewhere) - our waiter was less than enthusiastic about performing this strenuous task, but it was done. Now lets break down the dishes. Our salad; We specifically asked for dressing on the side for the salad - they slathered it on. My wings; No blue cheese or ranch? What is this? Hooters?! The sliders; no ketchup or mustard at our table. Now we have to wait, about 5 minutes or so I spent looking around for the waiter - while our food gets colder and colder. Finally, the hostess comes up and asks if we need our server - we said yes, and she ran off to get him. As she approached him, I saw him make a less then thrilled, somewhat annoyed face as his dragged his feet back over to our table. We ask for ketchup, mustard and a side of blue cheese - he again looks annoyed and walks. I mean, there are fries with the sliders too - ketchup is a pretty common accoutrement to fries and burger. Finally, we get the ketchup, mustard and blue cheese, only to have our food go from warm to luke (room) temperature. Can you say, yum? ...didn't think so.
(1)Jay L.
Average food + average service = 2 stars Wait staff is always nice and seem attentive, but it is just a blahh place. I would choose many other places before i came to the Yard House, I have never been disappointed with anything on the menu, but nothing is above average....enjoy!
(2)T S.
seems to always please. never really had a bad meal or experience here. service excellent and a diverse menu of dishes, seem to do all well. the burger is choice, tender, ideal size, well chosen bun, just right amount of topping, fries, etc. salads are very good. kids menu relatively diverse, very large beer menu. overall, a dependable casual, slightly upscale pub feel that consistently impresses.
(4)Chickago K.
I've been going to this place since it opened. Good food, expensive, friendly staff, and quick service. Try sliders & onion ring tower with siracha. Happy hours 3-6.
(4)Nelson K.
Great ribs. I went here the other night and got the ribs full rack. I wasn't expecting much, but man I was really impressed. The sauce is really amazing with a little bit of spiciness. I would definitely come here again.
(5)Daphne L.
We've been threatening to go to dinner with our next door neighbors for months, so when they had a child-free Saturday night they asked us to do dinner and a movie. I assumed we'd be going somewhere in Evanston, but, they suggested The Glen (huh, the what?) and The Yardhouse for dinner. Based on some of the reviews here I was prepared to completely turn my nose up in snobbish disgust, but, well, if I'm being honest...it wasn't really that bad. In fact, it was downright enjoyable. We arrived before our friends, told the hostess we were waiting for the rest of our party, and she said she could either seat us right away or we could wait at the bar. First thumbs up of the night because I really detest it when a place won't seat you if the whole group isn't there. If you're drinking and maybe eating, what's the problem? The best thing about The Yardhouse is their great beer selection: they have everything from Belgian selections to microbreweries across the country. It was actually pretty surprising to see such a varied selection in, well, in Glenview. I went with a grape martini, and then a Gobstopper martini, which actually tasted just like the real thing. One dislike: there aren't prices listed for the beers and the martinis are all $10. When our friends arrived we ordered right away since we had a movie to catch. I had the Ahi Tuna (or something like that) Salad, and my husband had the Bearnaise Sliders; mini burgers topped with onion straws and Bearnaise sauce. Both were delicious; the salad was fresh, crisp, and the tuna was cooked perfectly, and the ginger dressing wasn't at all overpowering. The sliders were really really good, and the Bearnaise sauce was perfect. I don't usually like sliders anywhere other than White Castle because they tend to be overcooked and mealy, but these were a nice suprise. The sliders came with a huge portion of fries, so it makes a nice dish to share. Was it a top notch fine dining experience? No, but it was an enjoyable and tasty meal for a Saturday dinner & a movie date. Why only 3 stars? The food was good, nothing wrong with it, and the drinks and beer selection were great, but, it's a little overpriced for what it is. They do have happy hour appetizer deals, but overall I think they charge a bit too much for "bar & grill" food. And, they don't list beer prices on the menu, which I never like. We'll definitely go back, but it won't be at the top of our rotation.
(3)Jeff R.
This continues part II of the suburban tour at a place filled with old memories (even though The Glen is relatively new). I went to the Yard to meet an old friend and his wife for drinks and food the other week to catch up after a hectic summer. It's an appropriate location since they live in the northwest suburbs and I'm coming from the city. It also happens to be the location where many nights have been spent swapping stories on vacation holidays during the college years. The suburbs are not know for having "bars" to hang out at, so the Yard House become a de-factor hang out whenever we returned from school. Because everyone's schedule allowed, we were able to meet early enough to take advantage of happy-hour - 50% off most appetizers. We ordered a plethora of drinks and food. If you've never been or heard of the Yard House, they have the most extensive on-tap beer list that I have ever seen (impressive because it's a chain). Everything tasted good and drank well. We were relaxed sitting on their outside patio trading stories and drinking good beer. I don't' know that I've ever been there for a complete "meal," but I'm sure you'd have a good time if you did. We ordered five appetizers to share and they were sufficient for the entire time. We had a good but not amazing spinach and artichoke dip, Chinese style chicken lettuce cups, fresh poke stack, chicken nachos and a battered shrimp dish. My favorites were the lettuce cups and nachos, though the poke stack wasn't bad. It's hard to compare poke in Illinois having just come from Hawaii and fresh-as-can-be poke. The shrimp dish wasn't bad, but we were full and it was a bit much at the end of our meal. Nachos are hard to mess up and I like the pile-on approach. That was our meal with lots of good draft beer all-around. The yard house will remain a solid suburban choice for catching up and drinking good beer with friends. more pictures and reviews at my blog.
(4)D P.
This is a great place for vegetarians with all the Gardein options. They have over 100 beers on tap, always a great time here.
(5)Brittany S.
I came here to celebrate a special occasion with a couple of my Sorority Sisters, and was pleased with the food and service. Since I knew I was at a restaurant known for varieties of beer, I had to try something different. My attention was caught by the Beer Floats and the Beer Blends. I ordered a blend since I was craving something dark, but also something fruity. And although it's my first beer blend, it is definitely a new favorite! I had the Black Velvet which is a mix of Wyder's Pear Cider and Guinness Stout. The prices for Happy Hour wasn't too bad. I ordered the Calamari, which is no different than any other place. And tried the Pastrami Sliders, which comes with regular fries and a half of a pickle. I guess I expected more flavors from the burgers and calamari, but they were just ordinary.
(3)Mahsa T.
Yardhouse is probably one of my favorite restaurants in the Glen. It's large, casual and comfy, inexpensive, and always packed with a lively, boisterous crowd. They have a well-rounded menu serving everything from burgers and steak to fish and chips, pizza, egg rolls, and noodles. I've tried the crab cakes (wonderful), the chicken garlic noodles (mouth wateringly--good), the fish and chips (tasty and fresh), and the baked brownie with mint chocolate chip ice cream (heavenly!). Service is consistently good, they have very friendly servers who engage your group and make sure they answer any questions you have about menu items. They have a large bar area and plenty of TVs for sports viewing.This is the one place where families with small children, high school kids, and everyone in between seem to co-exist well together in a restaurant setting---maybe because it's so loud in there that no one can hear anyone else to be annoyed by them, which is a good thing.
(4)Brent W.
It had been over a year since going to Yard House and glad I made it back...actually it was sort of a no brainer bc my buddy and his wife were in from FL and they had a wedding at the country club just behind The Glen shopping center. Having several hours of down time with the Yard House next door = FTW. Started with the Seared Ahi Tuna which is amazballs and pretty much a compulsory start to your meal when dining here. Since I picked them up at Ohare the meal was on him so i'm going with the most expensive menu item the Ribeye Steak, obvi. It was really good and cooked to a nice Med Rare with a side of garlic mashed. I'm not sure how you can not like this place, hundreds of beer choices, most which are on Tap and a very solid food lineup.
(4)Len L.
WTF? Claims the largest beer selection on tap, or some other thing. It's large but not very exciting. Didn't see anything you can't get easily elsewhere. And what is with not having prices on the beer list. Your get one star because of that. It is not "cool" to force your customers to guess how much the tab will be. Food prices are kind of high for pub grub too. Our waiter TJ was great, kudos to him and great service.
(1)JD O.
This place has a ton of beers on tap, which is a great thing for beer drinkers, and a good selection of mixed drinks for lushes like myself. The restaurant is quite large, but nearly always busy. The service is serviceable, but not particularly amazing. I'm sure the staff have to juggle a huge number of tables at once. The onion ring tower is delicious, as well as the spinach dip! Those pita chip things? Agh, I could eat those forever. The pepper-crusted gorgonzola burger is delicious as well. Have to go back to try the truffle fries! It's a great place to take a date if you want to impress, but not go to a really stuffy, snooty place. It's a little too cool for a nerd like me to be completely comfortable, but it's a nice date place. Might be a little loud, but they've got a lot of seating, so you can avoid the loud spots somewhat. A good choice for a good meal in Glenview!
(4)Debora D.
3/16/2012 - We decided to sit at the bar as friends of ours were 20 minutes out, however, we were seated in 10 minutes anyway. My apologies to the bartender, we would have had wine and apps at the bar before moving to dinner. My intent was to have a small appetizer while we waited for the other 3 in our party to arrive from the airport. Unfortunately, the menu did not have anything small, to keep my grumpiness away. I ordered a side of french fries (very good by the way - skinny and crispy.) I ordered the (Mac & Cheese)2 [squared] - not mac and cheese at all, but pasta and chicken with a creamy sauce and bread crumbs. Huge portion, I took half back to the hotel, but excellent taste, had the left overs for dinner the next night and it was still too big to finish. Scott ordered Parmesan Crusted Chicken, also very good (he ate is all). I also tried the Shepherds Pie - excellent. The Cuban was disappointing, no salami, just pork and a different type of cheese than a traditional Cuban would have. Not bad tasting, just not like a Cuban. Room was very loud, wood floors and one large room with a bar in the center did make it tough to hear over the crowd on a Friday night. Our server Lina was fantastic and I would ask for her on the next trip!
(4)General T.
Food was awesome, great beer selection on tap. Very busy on the weekends
(4)K J.
I received a promotional ten dollar gift card in the mail from yard house. After checking out the menu online, we decided to hit up their happy hour. Ordered BBQ pizza, nachos, and lettuce wraps. The nachos were especially large and delicious. No skimping on beans, cheese, or chicken. Lettuce wraps were tasty with three different dipping sauces. BBQ pizza was tangy and delicious as well. Gum ball head draft... Awesome. Kids menu is great. Loved how they have healthy options for sides. Our server Christine was amazing. Great with kids, very helpful, checked in often without overdoing it. She was great. We will be back for another happy hour. Place gets packed by 7 on weekends. Get there before then to avoid a wait.
(4)Peter R.
I have been to The Yardhouse on several different occasions. What keeps me coming back is the abundant beer choices they have on tap. I have actually tasted almost half the beers on their menu, not at this restaurant, but throughout my adult beer drinking life. I would like to think of myself as a "beer aficionado" and l am always eager to try a new brew. One day I would like to just go to the main bar here and try out the rest of the beers I haven't had. I would most certainly pass out, but its not like that hasn't happened before. I have only had a couple of things on the menu here. I have tried the Parmesan Crusted Chicken, which is adequate, but nothing to Yelp about. I also have tried the Maui Chicken, which would be passable as "American style" Asian chicken fusion thing-a-ma-jig. Well, back to the beer...I would recommend you try the "Beer Blends" here. My favorites are the Snakebite (Wyder's Peach Cider & Harp) and Eclipse (Blue Moon & Guinness Stout). I wouldn't really go out of my way to this place for the food. I will recommend this place if your looking to eat and grab a brew. It's a guarantee that you will find a nice, ice cold beer to pair up with your food. If beer is not your thing, they also carry a good selection of wine, and a full bar. Just like the rating, this place is A-OK!
(3)Sandra S.
I dined here last night with two friends. I don't think I would have ever picked this place myself, but one of my friends is a huge beer aficionado. His selling point was, "130 beers on tap!" but all I heard was, "this place emphasizes beer over food and you'll be stuck eating lame chicken wings." Not so! I had the carne asada tacos and they were pretty great. I split a creme brulee with a friend and it was divine. I'll be back for sure.
(4)Amy F.
Went to Yard House even after reading the slow service reviews. I should have listened. I ordered the orange chicken. The sauce was watery and the rice inedible. I sent the rice back and requested steamed vegetables. Quick fix. I was really disappointed because I was starving and really wanted to have a great meal. The service. Horrible. There was wait staff lingering everywhere. But never ours waitress. She made us wait a LONG time to order the appetizers. Then once the food came she was never to return. When we needed refills or anything we had to find someone else. We saw multiple tables seated and they all had that look after a long while. The one that says they haven't even placed a drink order and they were trying to decide whether to stay or go. We had the same thought waiting for our waitress initially. We should have just paid out drink tab and left to eat elsewhere. Decor is good, drink selection fantastic, food... Nothing to write a positive review about this time, service- horrible. Two stars only because of the drinks.
(2)Karen K.
Yard House has spoiled me with their insane beer selection. Seriously, I can't go anywhere else anymore because I am always disappointed with 6 beers on tap. I need my 130 baby! Shock Top Raspberry...its fruity and sweet but so delicious. Too drinkable. The food here is really good too. Nothing gourmet or culinarily exciting, but always fresh and made to order. The burgers are an excellent choice, I enjoy them protein style.
(5)Fi Fi R.
We walked in and were quoted 30-40 min to be seated and we seated 5-10 min later. The night seemed wonderful so far. Our server David greeted us; took our drink, appetizer and kid's meal order. The drinks, appetizer and kid's meals came out very quickly, which was great. However, we were finished with appetizers before David came back to take our meal orders. We had to wait for our dinner for a while, but the refills and drinks took almost no time. The beer selection is AMAZING!!!! Gumballhead beer ROCKS (my fav)!!! I've dined here a few times before and had never bad a beer or any other drink!!! We were watching the teamwork that the employees of this restaurant have, and it is amazing!!! Great job guys!!! Overall the night turned out to be great, but I'm giving it 4 starts because it took a little while to take our order considering we had two kids with us.
(4)Adam B.
Plenty of other reviewers cover the details. Here are the headlines: Trendy vibe (for the suburbs), lively atmosphere, great beer selection, loads of interesting (if pricey) appetizers, thick and interesting burgers, pretty good service (they do try). It's nice to sit outside in good weather. Can be very crowded. Yes, it's a go-to place to hang out. Two thumbs up!
(4)Bill W.
Up and coming contender with humongous beer selection (really need 100 taps?) and decent-to-good food. Nice place to hang out with friends or family after a hard day's work shopping at the Glen! Upscale suburban Chicago eatery that is just that....a little bit of suburban heaven with an edge.
(3)Matthew C.
Great selection of beers and friendly waitstaff. I got the Gorgonzola burger and a Belgian Chimay Triple ale. The burger was tasty but slightly overcooked and the bun was soggy on the bottom. The whole fare (2 beers and burger w/fries) was just under $30, which seems a little pricey for what it was.
(3)Dana W.
First of all , love love the Glen of Glenview. Super cute and trendy area with great food choices as well as great shopping!! Von Maur is right there :) If your looking to grab a bite of tasty bar food plus a beer then this is the place. I swear they have over 30 different beers on tap alone at the bar! Plus I enjoyed their 'skinny drink' menu which featured some fun drinks with less the calories! My dinner choice was the bbq chopped salad which was very good! The portions aren't crazy big but are def. not small by any means... I guess you could say they are just right. I def. suggest trying this place out if you are in the area!
(4)Matthew F.
Wow, what an awful experience. Came in on the Sunday of the 4th of July weekend to grab an early dinner with my family. We were promptly seated outside on their nice little patio and began selecting our beers from their extensive draft list. We had plenty of time to do this as our server did not come to check in for at least 10 minutes. When she did arrive, she looked as if she were either completely hungover or perhaps still drunk from the night before. Either way, her demeanor was awkward and abrupt. She came back with 4 beers for our group of 6 and saying that the other two were either out or in the process of switching kegs. Another 10 minutes go by, and she comes with 1 of the 2 missing beers. The final beer did not come for another 10 minutes without any apology. We ordered a ton of food, most of which was pretty mediocre. The onion ring tower was great. The chicken nachos were room temperature, despite the platter being incredibly hot. My burger was served on some sort of ciabatta roll that fell apart and stuck to my fingers as I was eating. Not appetizing. Server came one more time, and 2 of the 6 were able to order refills on our beer. The other four did not have the privilege. A few minutes later, the waitress dropped the check at the table while muttering something under her breath. She did then refill our water glasses for the first time, which I'm assuming was her last ditch attempt at salvaging a tip. The lousy service would not have been as insulting had she not spent the rest of the time sitting at the table across from us WITH TWO MANAGERS. That's right, the staff was hanging out on the deck while ignoring the customers, and the managers were encouraging this behavior by sitting with them. Totally unprofessional behavior for any restaurant staff, let alone manager. After an experience like this, I'll usually call the restaurant the next day to let the manager know of my less than great experience. However, as the managers were a part of the problem, they likely know just how poorly managed the restaurant is, and don't care to change.
(1)Gerald M.
I have been here for work parties and with my 4 year old kids. They have good food for everyone. Service has always been great. And how can you go wrong with all those beers?
(4)vince v.
Good food,flights of beer and great ambiance. But do not go during the week way to many kids running around,I don't think there were enough timeouts!!!!! Will try again on a weekend night or maybe a quick lunch.All in all very good food& drinks.
(4)Ericka A.
Yard House boasts of their 100+ beers on tap, which makes them the largest draught beer provider in the world. Granted, not all of these beers are going to please. To each their own. But with 100+, it's hard to go wrong. My first beer was the He'brew pomegranate ale, which I thought would be amazing since I'm a big fan of almost all things pomegranate. The beer wasn't bad, a hint of sweet, but not what I was looking for. They were out of Harp, so they weren't able to make a lot of the mixed beer concoctions. The waitress suggested a Black Velvet - stout and pear cider. Again, not anything that impressed me; however, the pear cider half was pretty good. They also have many of the beers that I know I like. Clam chowder was some of the best I've had. All of the food looked good and my friends enjoyed it. I ordered the pint sized pear/apple cobbler with caramel ice cream and exclaimed, "OH MY GOD!" Not an exaggeration. Service was slow at some moments, but overall we were taken care of.
(4)Ben F.
great place for beer and food is good to. I loved the turkey burger and sweet potato fries!
(4)Andrew H.
happy hour menu is great. Also a good place to meet up with old faces from H.S. I used to go to the yard house in LA LIVE and the location in Pasadena, Cali. The problem with Yardhouse is that their food is very inconsistent and their service is even more inconsistent.
(4)Effie B.
Daniel was an amazing waiter. He was friendly and very helpful. As an extreme out of towner he was very patient and explained the entrees that they served. There was a slight mix up with the order but they were extremely apologetic and accommodating. Definitely a great location for a very special night out.
(5)Kelz M.
I don't often find myself dining in suburban eateries. Certainly not in northern suburbs. Definitely not in Glenview. Last night was an exception, a la suburban friends of mine who offered to transport me from my cozy Lincoln Park home to ... well, Glenview. So my friends, their adorable mother (who recently had foot surgery - it's relevant) and I headed to Yard House. As we pulled up to the door to let my friends' mama out, some chick in her Lexus SUV behind us begins to honk. And honk and honk obnoxiously. I ignored this graciously. Until she power-rolled down her window just to yell into the bitterly cold night air, "You know, that's a REALLY stupid place to get out of a car!!" to which I reply, "ehhhh, get-ovah-yaself!!" Chick-in-Lexus looked as though I'd just slapped her, then scurried off wordlessly. "Huh!" I thought. "That's it?" My friends later informed me that, at least in Glenview, they're used to saying snarky comments but they're NOT used to getting a reply when they do. Whoopsie! Anyway, the whole thing kind of got my Yard House attitude off on the wrong foot. Thank goodness, the food and the staff were wonderful. Our server (Craig? Kyle? Fernando? one of those trendy, monosyllabic names...) was helpful, informative, and quick with our food and drinks without hovering (this, I like very much). We had the spinach dip (very good) but the korean beef appetizer stole the pre-dinner show by a landslide. Mmmm-MM! That beef was tender, full of flavour - fabulous! For dinner, I had the Blue Crab Cake Sandwich - it was a bit pricey but delicious. And the portions at Yard House are H.U.G.E. - so huge that I had to take half of my sandwich and fries home with me. Which reminds me - additional bonus: everything reheated very well and I didn't hate having a blue crab cake sandwich for dinner two nights in a row! :-D As many have already mentioned, Yard House's shining glory is their 100+ beers on draft. I'm not much of a beer drinker but I was still impressed by the offerings on tap. Maybe I'll give one of them a try when summer rolls around... cold draft beer with a thick juicy steak? Now we're talkin'!
(4)Heather L.
Came here to watch football while my kids were at a kiddie birthday party on a recent Sunday. I was thrilled to see the Packers game on, among others. Decided this was a much better place to hang out for two hours than the ubiquitous Starbucks, so I bellied up to the bar and got my football on. The room is a big open square, in the high ceilinged upscale warehousy kind of way. Huge oval bar in the middle with every beer imaginable. The huge ten foot windows made it a bright cheery place even on a cloudy day. Nice pple watching outside but the plasma screens all around keep you in the game. They could be a little bigger but those who came to dine might disagree. My guess is this doesn't have the sports bar feel at other times. The $9 Bloody Mary seemed a little steep. It was nicely seasoned but not much of a garnish for that pricetag. A domestic pint will cost you $3.50 - a bit more reasonable. The food did look very pretty and yummy. I will be back. Kid friendly place too. Not just a bar, lot's of families. Friendly patrons and staff made it not too awkward for a lady alone wanting to watch her Packers.
(4)Dylan B.
I went here a month or so ago for a work party, and was totally satisfied. I had a cheddar bacon burger, which was decent, but I was (as most people probably are) blown away by the beer selection. I would definitely recommend it for a group outing.
(4)Cassie S.
Holy beer selection batman!! If my review was based on beer selection alone, this would be a no-brainer 5-star review. It isn't though. What knocked it down, you may ask? For starters - it is really pricey for what it is (esp. the burgers and sandwiches) so your check is likely to be pretty high unless you luck out and get here for happy hour when apps are 1/2 priced. Also, it was crazy noisy last night and, sitting at a table eating dinner (and drinking yummy beers), we could barely hear each other. Finally, too many tvs for my taste (I know, this is part of the appeal of the bar to some people, but I hate it when there is NOWHERE in the whole restaurant/bar area to sit that doesn't have a clear view of a television - makes it very difficult to hold meaningful conversation). I'd come back next time I'm staying in the burbs and need to hit a bar, but just for the drinks, not the food. Oh, and major bonus points for having beer floats - I can't begin to tell you how excited this made my boyfriend!
(3)Rita P.
One star lost for the higher prices (and some super high calorie foods). However, they are not enough to deter me because everything is delicious. The menu is large but not overwhelming. The beer menu is wide and varied, and they will even make recommendations if you are new to the world of beer. Their cocktails are yummy too. The best thing about this place is the atmosphere. It's the perfect mix of a restaurant and sports bar- a great place to catch the game over drinks and 1/2 price appetizers. Also a great place for dinner. Fantastically polite service, willing to make recommendations.
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