Restaurants or Barbecue Bars & Clubs

Buffalo Wild Wings -

28241 W. Diehl Rd. - Warrenville

As the name hints, buffalo wings and other pub grub are the main attractions at this chain sports bar.

StoneWood Ale House -

601 Mall Dr. - Schaumburg

Comfort foods get menu play at this spot, with choices like pot roast and meatloaf in addition to burgers, steaks and salads.

Dick's Last Resort -

315 N. Dearborn St. - Chicago (River North)

Famous for sassy servers and homestyle eats (often served in buckets), Dick's throws at raucous party every night of the year.

Deals & Specials:

• $5.99 lunch specials 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Village Squire -

125 Washington St. - West Dundee

With four restaurants in the Fox Valley, the Karas brothers have carved out a nice little eclectic niche for themselves.

Jak's Tap -

901 W. Jackson Blvd. - Chicago (West Loop)

This spacious West Loop bar and grill gets the lunch and after-work crowds. The menu is both beer and food heavy. Friendly service accompanies the...

Twin Anchors Restaurant and Tavern -

1655 N. Sedgwick St. - Chicago (Lincoln Park)

Leather booths, polished wood floors and marine-themed decor make this neighborhood rib joint cozy and inviting. In addition to ribs, the menu offers...

The Smoke Daddy Rhythm and Bar-B-Que -

1804 W. Division St. - Chicago (East Village / Ukrainian Village)

At Smoke Daddy, live jazz and blues acts appear seven days a week, providing a perfect soundtrack for enjoying their slow-smoked barbecue. This is a...

Deals & Specials:

• $3 all drafts
• $6 nachos