Licor 43, blueberry simple syrup, lemon juice with smoked rosemary soaked in Buffalo Trace Bourbon.
Mockingbird Bar & Garden 217 Barrington Ave, East Dundee (847) 551-5614 www.mockingbirdbarandgarden.com
Small plates, an expresso bar, and a cocktail lounge make this picturesque hangout a great place for friends or a romantic night on the town. Try unique cocktails like the Olive Branch, an olive oil infused Mezcal with rosemary, thyme, lemon, orange liqueur, aquafaba, and orange chili, or Tears of the Phoenix featuring tequila, grapefruit liqueur, blood orange, lime, and Thai chili.
The Distance Social
314 N River Street, East Dundee (224) 484-8858 www.thedistancesocial.com Located in the heart of East Dundee in a refurbished building originally constructed in 1855, this relaxing bar is ideal for whiskey lovers and cocktail connoisseurs willing to explore their vast whiskey and spirits collection.
CRAFT BEERS Black & Gray Brewing Co. 311 Barrington Ave, East Dundee (224) 484-8200 www.blackandgraybrewing.com
Owned by possibly the cutest couple around, Black & Gray Brewing Co. is a love letter to the neighborhood, blue collar heroes, and fan-tas-tic craft beer, not necessarily in that order. Black & Gray offers 14 taps split into four different categories (Mainstays, Seasonal, Brewer’s Choice, and Small Batch) with a constant American Lager or Ale on tap.
Chicago Street Pour House 1350 E Chicago St, Elgin (847) 214-1708 www.pourhousekitchen.com
An upscale gastropub located in Elgin serving up delicious food from a scratch kitchen beside local craft beer, wine, and handcrafted cocktails. Try their Taproom IPA, brewed in Geneva or their Ginquila, distilled in Melrose Park. Invite your
LIVE LOCALMusic
Here in Elgin, live musical performances are the spice of the local entertainment scene. We have something for everyone and any particular taste. Check out these venues for a rollicking good time!
Bandito Barney’s
10 N River St. East Dundee (847) 426-7300 www.banditobarneysbeachclub.com
Bannerman’s Sports Grill 858 S. Route 59 IL, Bartlett (630) 213-2400 www.bannermanssportsgrill.com
Danny’s on Douglas
Hemmens Cultural Center
45 Symphony Way, Elgin (847) 931-5900 www.cityofelgin.org/1570/HemmensCultural-Center
Lucky Star Bar
1175 W. Lake Street IL, Bartlett (630) 830-7200 www.luckystarbar.com
231 Douglas Ave, Elgin (847) 742-5400 www.dannyspizzaelgin.com
Newman’s Corner Pub
Diamond Jim’s Tavern and Gas Grill
Old Republic Kitchen Bar
Dutch Inn West
Pub 72
Elgin Community College Arts Center
RocHaus
325 Meier St. Ste 1325, East Dundee (224) 484-8554 www.diamondjimsdundee.com
36W610 Foothill Rd, Elgin (847) 888-9560 www.dutchinnwest.com
1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin (847) 622-0300 www.elgin.edu/arts-center/tickets/
Grand Victoria Casino 250 S. Grove Avenue, Elgin (847) 468-7000 www.grandvictoriacasino.com
1000 S State St. Suite A, Hampshire (847) 980-0546
155 S Randall Rd, Elgin (224) 535-9544 www.oldrepublicbar.com
38 E Higgins Rd, Gilberts (847) 426-6655 www.pub72.com
96 W. Main Street, West Dundee (815) 482-2870 www.rochaus.com
Wing Park Bandshell
1010 Wing St, Elgin (847) 531-7000 www.cityofelgin.org/Facilities/Facility/ Details/Wing-Park-76
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