Emil's Tavern on Center 161 Center Street, Grayslake, IL 60030

"Live music starting at 7:00PM. Friendly bees outdoors. Good $5 wine selection for happy hour. Friendly staff. Must try the pizza!"

"Unfortunately we had a horrible experience January 26th. Ordered two Louisiana chicken sandwiches and fries. We asked for extra crispy fries. Fries were cold and soggy. Chicken was so tough. And hard to eat. We have ordered a lot from Emil's. The last three orders have been horrible. I hate that their quality has gone down. Loved their food. No more though. Offering free food for bad food is not worth it"

"Our visit to Emil's Tavern on Center was met with a mix of positives and areas that could use improvement. Arriving on a Saturday night, we found the place to be decently packed, reflecting its popularity among patrons. Unfortunately, the seating arrangement was not ideal. Despite requesting a booth, we were seated at a larger 7-8 seater booth, which felt excessive for just two people. It would have been more comfortable to have a smaller, more intimate space. To our disappointment, the restaurant was out of their specials, limiting our choices for the evening. However, the Bee's Sting pizza with mushrooms that we ordered turned out to be a highlight. The pizza had a nice, crispy crust and the combination of flavors was enjoyable. We also tried the Buffalo chicken wrap with Sweet potato fries, which was decent but did not stand out as exceptional. One minor inconvenience was the initial lack of plates when our food was served. We thought we would have to eat directly from the shared platter, but plates were eventually provided. However, it would have been better if this detail had been addressed promptly. Regrettably, the service fell short when we wanted to order Buffalo sauce. Despite our request, the server did not return to our table, leaving us without the desired condiment for our meal. This lack of attentiveness was disappointing and affected our overall experience. Despite these shortcomings, the ambiance of Emil's Tavern on Center was pleasant and had a lively atmosphere. The staff members were friendly and accommodating when initially seating us, and the Summer Shandy beer I ordered was enjoyable. While Emil's Tavern on Center had its moments of satisfaction, the issues with seating, unavailability of specials, lack of attention to detail, and incomplete service prevented us from having a truly exceptional dining experience. With some improvements, this establishment has the potential to provide a more consistent and enjoyable visit for its patrons."

"We lived in Grayslake for many years and Emil’s opened before we moved out. It’s a great place with great service and food! Was in the area for a baseball game and had a beer and burger at a high top table near the bar. It was great! The atmosphere is electric with a huge bar and many TVs. The pizza is also very good! @food_from_the_usa"

"Excellent place to gather with friends and watch sports. We had the beer nuggets which was super filling but not greasy! They gave you plenty, perfect for 4-6 people. My burger tasted fresh and flavorful. Our server was very good and attentive even though it was crazy busy. Only downside is there is not enough bathrooms for the popularity of the restaurant."