Vern's Tavern Elgin

76 S Grove Ave, Elgin
(847) 346-8542

Recent Reviews

Justin Wright

They let old ladies drink too much, dont call the cops and then they crash into buildings

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Jkak Jkak

Nice... blocked my original post because I mentioned the upcoming charges being brought against your establishment. Suppression of free speech because you don't agree with facts, sickening. It's all good... you can run but you cannot hide...

Be the Change

I loved this bar. Good people, awesome music, thus PRICELESS times!!! They have karaoke for a PERFECT night!!! Even the bartenders sing their heart out. In the words of Radiohead, you ARE special!!! Also the place had DJ Mercedes who played the most nostalgic music. Between the Karaoke and Mercedes it felt like I was back in the 90's/2000's. (Imo we're the GREATEST times!!!)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Julia Contreras- Paniagua

Verns speakeasy was the perfect venue for our networking karaoke event. It was a great size and was private but not cut off from all the fun happening at the bar and main area.

Atmosphere: 5

Tiana McGee

Vern's is a great bar to hang out at. Even if you just want to go there for a drink, you definitely will have a great time

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Colette Getter

I have never been to a bar that did not have a foot

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 4

Lisa C.

Great neighborhood bar! This is a perfect spot to grab a drink with a friend or another couple. Not a huge place, nice vibe but not too loud to have a conversation. The drinks were good and not crazy expensive. Would like to go back if they ever have drink specials, too.

Mark 001

Amazing drinks, just had the best brisket tacos ever, met the owner, probably the best person I’ll ever meet. Give your business here. You won’t regret it.

Randy Warren

Delicious Mezcal “Marks the Spot”

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ben Aragon

Great place to have some late night drinks in the heart of Elgin.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Marie Nebgen

On the outside, this bar looks very much like a dive bar, DO NOT PASS IT UP. Went there because another place was closed and decided to go in. Let me tell you this place is absolutely awesome. Beautiful inside, great service, fantastic drink, and food to die for. Will definitely be visiting this place again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Flatbread

Kathy Maish

We were there for a drag show. The drinks were perfect. The staff was very friendly. The music was a little too loud to talk to each other before and between the performances. The food was catered and just okay at best.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 5

Mark D.

Fantastic local watering hole. We haven't yet eaten here but understand the food is good. At the bar on a slow Monday night we got fantastic service from the bartender. Really good cocktails. The "classic cocktails" list is extensive and they're crafted to order; no pre-mix here.

Zoe Becker

Great drinks and atmosphere! Was here on my 21st and they were very kind and reccomended delicious cocktails

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sarah Coix

You know when you just walk into a place and can immediately feel the good energy that it emits? Well, that’s what Vern’s is like. Honestly I’ve never been to another bar like it. Delicious craft cocktails, awesome and accommodating staff, and overall just a great place to be at. This place is a gem in Elgin. Highly recommend!

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