Whiskey Bend

4.5

135 Reviews

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

222 W Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174-1812

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2 people

28 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Neighbourhood gem
Great for happy hour

In June 1896, the trolley system that linked St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia, Aurora, and Elgin, IL began to offer service to local citizens. Overhead wires that ran along the track supplied the power to the single, open-air cars.

The trolley came from South Elgin and traveled along the east side of the river, through the St. Charles Country Club and along Route 25. From Main Street, it went west, crossed over the bridge, and turned south on 3rd Street to go to Geneva.

It was at this last turn that conductors would stop the trolley and allow passengers to disembark for a quick drink to warm up during the winter months. Welcome back to Whiskey Bend.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Beer Garden, Burgers
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–1:00 am Fri–Sun 11:00 am–1:00 am
Phone number
(630) 549-7061
Website
https://whiskeybendstc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
222 W Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174-1812
Area
St. Charles
Cross Street
2nd & North Ave
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

What 135 people are saying

Whiskey Bend reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Whiskey Bend offers a "great selection and offerings" with "outstanding meals and great beverage options." Patrons rave about the "awesome service" and "creative food choices," highlighting the fun, energetic atmosphere. Although a bit loud, the "beautiful bar" and delightful patio area make it a popular choice on Main Street.

135 Reviews

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Harry
Chicago4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was great as was the service. Will be going back more often.
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Joe VIP
Chicago51 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Not your average bar when it comes to their food, great selection and offerings. We've been here several times over the past few years and highly recommend.
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Kerri
Las Vegas3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 11 April 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First timers. Loved it. Everything was fantastic from the service, drinks, food, ambiance. Very Loud, but I’m old!
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Doug
Chicago30 reviews
4.0
Dined on 5 April 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food, service and energy level were all excellent and there was a wide variety of food and drinks on the menu. The location is a fun area right on Main Street St. Charles. With it being Saturday night, it was crowded and very loud, making it difficult to communicate with others at your table without shouting. Everything else was great!
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John VIP
Chicago23 reviews
4.0
Dined on 29 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Patio area is very nice. Food was okay but a bit pricey
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Leonard VIP
Chicago29 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow, great cocktails, wine selection, creative food choices, and awesome service. These guys got it goin on.
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Martha
Chicago15 reviews
4.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food is good, a bit on the expensive side. Although everything seems to be heading that way. Good bourbon list.
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Joe VIP
Chicago51 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Whiskey Bend is a great local place for outstanding meals and great beverage options
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Bruce VIP
Chicago17 reviews
4.0
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The first item ordered (chicken salad sandwich) was greeted with a “Oh, we’re out of that”!
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Susan VIP
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They had run out of Zucchini fries, but our waitress suggested the hush puppies and they were fantastic!
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Whiskey Bend is rated 4.5 stars by 135 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

28 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 6 times today

222 W Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174-1812

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
2nd & North Ave
Area
St. Charles
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–1:00 am Fri–Sun 11:00 am–1:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Beer Garden, Burgers
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

Website
https://whiskeybendstc.com/
Phone number
(630) 549-7061

Whiskey Bend

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What 135 people are saying

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