Hillgrove Tap

I was really looking forward to this place to open. However on my first attempt there it was a busy night. My friend and I were just looking to have a few beers at the bar, when the hostess informed us that we needed to put our name down just sit there. I wasn’t willing to wait the 45+ minutes to sit at a bar.
A few days later we went back, there’s plenty of seating at the bar and within the restaurant. We opted for the bar. The tap beer selection was nothing to rave about. The bartender suggested an IPA, after I told her I was looking for a stout or porter.
We ordered poutine, wings and a burger. The only thing we didn’t return was the poutine, the burger and wings were undercooked.
With a slim tap beer menu, and our food experience I’m not sure I will be returning.

Downtown Western Springs really needed a place like this. Located across from the train tracks at the corner of Hillgrove and Wolf, parking can be a bit of a challenge. Just drive around the block a few times and you’ll score a spot.
So I brought my Dad here for a beer and brat and an unseasonable warm late December day.
Trying to navigate this place with stairs was a bit of a challenge with my 91 year old Dad but the staff was kind. We didn’t want to sit in the bar area with high stools so we walked up a few stairs to the main dining room. TIP: if you have some with you that is elderly or a child in a stroller, there is ramp on the other side of the main dining room.
My Dad loved his brat on a pretzel roll and fresh cut fries. I had fish and chips. They were good but I can’t really rave about them. The service was excellent. We were here at noon on a weekday and I could see this place getting really crowded on weekend nights. They have seating outside when the weather permits.
So, LaGrange has Palmer’s Place and a bunch of other resties with outdoor seating and huge beer lists. Now Western Springs can brag that they have something similar.
The servers (and this cracked me up) are all wannabe hipsters in lily white Western Springs. Lots of beards and I think I saw one manbun but they were kind to my Dad and the woman owner was on-​site so all good.
We will be back. I liked the Sports Theme. And the lightening is very cool. Hard to believe this place is in Western Springs… well done!

service was amazing! Food was Pretty good too. Place was packed and food still came out with in 15 minutes. Really liked their hockey based menu. I would definitely come back.

This is a great alternative to the Lagrange area restaurant/​sports bar locations. With such little space to work the Tap is doing it’s best with the bar area and table seating. One downfall is the seating directly in front of the restrooms a bit awkward but gives it a college atmosphere. Very good beer selection and burgers rule the day at the Tap.

Very inviting sports-​themed atmosphere with an emphasis on Blackhawks. Multiple tvs allow for easy viewing from all areas. I ordered the turkey/​avocado sandwich which was delicious. The bread was toasted perfectly with just enough avocado. The fries were hot, crispy and flavorful. Our waitress was very attentive and our plates were cleared quickly although we stayed and chatted for a couple hours. Great addition to Western Springs.

Very good beer list, one of the best around. Victory and Atlas on tap, as well as a bunch of other good options. Plus a million bottles and cans. The food we had was really good step-​above pub food. Pulled pork and beer burger. Great fries too. The place was jam packed and incredibly loud. Service was friendly though a bit sporadic in all the crowded chaos. All around it seems a really good addition to the Davanti family, and I’d go back any time.

This is the first time we tried this restaurant, the food was great the service was amazing, and atmosphere is great I’m sure this place is going to do very very well we will definitely return.

I was so excited to try out this place. I drive past here every day on my way to work, and am so pleased to see it consistently busy no matter when I drive by.
We came here on a frigid Saturday night, and it was pretty packed, but we were seated in about 5 minutes. There was an obvious table for 2 right near the door, but since it would be cold with the door opening and closing, they waited until something else opened up. I thought that was a nice thought, since a person would probably end up being miserable and wanting to move shortly after sitting there.
Once seated we were given a beer/​cocktail and food menu. The food is jazzier bar food. They have a decent tap beer list, and even more in bottles and cans to order. There are definitely other bars close by that have way more on tap, but there was enough variety here to be interesting.
My sis and I both got a beer flight– 3 samples for $ 8 of any of the on-​tap beers. They came out shortly after on a beer-​sample paddle, which had the space for 4 beers. They even had an empty 4^th glass in the paddle. Why can’t you just sell 4 samples then? That was strange to me.
For food, we tried their pulled pork nachos, and we each had a burger. The nachos were really good, with a nice balance of all ingredients. The actual app is kind of small for the price ($ 10), but it was enough for both of us to share (and finish) until our burgers came. The burgers come in single and double patty size. We both got singles, and the patty is still a pretty decent thickness overall– not paper-​thin like you might get at steak n shake or something. The burger had good flavor, the fries were hot and fresh, but maybe a little bland? I was able to take half the meal home by the end though and was grateful for leftovers the next day.
Overall, I had a good time and would like to go back.

Had such a good experience there tonight. Far surpassed my expectations! We ordered the Pretzel app (huge, warm and delish), my husband got the fish & chips (light, flaky also delish) but I think I won the ordering lotto! The chicken sandwich!!! Chicken thigh, America. Cheese, pickles & a sriracha coleslaw! Amazing!!! Fries were crispy and perfect. Great beer selection as well.

I’ve been here twice in the few weeks it has been open. The food was great both times, I’ll definitely be coming back.

Western Springs residents needed a place like this in their town for friends and family. Good food variety many of beers choices in a great place to watch your sports games on TV

We have been here 4 times and have always been extremely happy with the food, drink, and service. The food is so much better than what you would expect from a sports bar. I’ve had the chicken sandwich (a couple of times), salmon, macaroni and cheese — and everything has been excellent. Great beer selection, but I’m hooked on their Moscow Mules. My husband had the Hot Toddy, which was a treat. They do a magnificent job in creating the perfect craft cocktail. As far as the desserts go — — they are amazing. We’ve had 3 of the 4 and it gets hard to decide because they are all so, so good! The staff is very friendly, accommodating, and professional. There is good energy in the space. It is lively without being too loud. Good acoustics. It has quickly become a favorite of ours.

We’ve been here three times in two weeks. Nice casual place, close to home, good food and fair prices. It is so nice for Western Springs to finally have a place like this. Our service has been excellent. The steak salad is really good. Keep up the good work!
Diana M

Very disappointed on both visits. I never go negative without a second chance, and I really can’t say anything more than «mediocre». Our last lunch, we had a burger, bratwurst, turkey sandwich and 4 beers. Tab with tip was a hair under $ 100.
Service was slow, especially getting food and drinks to our table. When our waitress suggested a beer similar to what I had ordered, I tried it and immediately returned it and had something else. When the bill was presented, instead of removing that beer from the tab, we were billed for it. It took several layers of management to have it removed… not a good practice when my other 2 beers, which were fine, were $ 11. each. Not a fan, and won’t be back.

We have been here five times since it opened. The food, drinks and staff are great. We will be back many, many times. A welcome addition to Western Springs!

I’ve been waiting for a place like this in Western Springs!!!
The food menu has a variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and entrees that are sure to please just about anyone. I will note that I didn’t see much of an option for vegetarians outside of the salads and an appetizer or two.
I loved their soft pretzel appetizer and chicken sandwich. Two very good choices!!! The chicken sandwich is a chicken thigh and the Siracha mayo slaw compliments it nicely!
This establishment just opened so they are just working through some kinks. Great job so far!!! Looking forward to many a lunch and happy hour here :)

25+ beers on tap, over half are local brews or at least from IL, with a good variety — everything from barrel aged stouts to sours to session ales. Bottle and can selection is similar, 50+ options with a heavy emphasis on Chicago, IL, and the Midwest. A+ on the beer!
Had the nacho bites — which I’ll give 4 stars. Pulled pork was spicy and sweet, very good; but chips got a bit soggy, and value wasn’t there for $ 10.
Overall, this is the establishment that was missing from Western Springs! I expect to have many happy hours here, cheers.