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Laid-back local joint offering casual American grill fare & happy-hour specials in modest digs.
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Address: 36021 US-45, Lake Villa, IL 60046
Phone: (847) 356-3555
Website: http://www.thefogcutter.net/
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The Fogcutter tavern has been proudly serving the Lake Villa area and beyond since the 1920’s. Since then, our mission has been to provide high-quality food.
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The Punisher
The true definition of a hole in the wall bar and restaurant with amazing food. Small cozy bar and no fancy seating. Imagine if someone turned their house into a bar with large tvs to watch games with friendly people. The appetizers are incredible like the breaded mushrooms. Great customer service. The menu is simple, but just perfect. The food is delicious and large portions. Great selection of cocktails. Bathrooms are very small, issues will arise if you have a wheelchair. Walking in the main entrance there is a bit of a small down angle. Karaoke on the weekends. Plenty of parking. Located at the corner of major intersection.
… moreThomas H
Not many places like this in the area. Vibes are a 6 out of 5. Food is great AND reasonably priced. Specials rotate and are often worth having. The Friday fish fry is worth the wait. All of the staff genuinely care and want to make sure you enjoy your time there. Highly recommend.
… moreCapitalmed 101
Don’t let the unassuming exterior fool you. The food inside is top notch. They have a $5 burger special on Thursdays and they’re excellent. We also had Buffalo Wings that were awesome. Nice and crispy, with a sauce that is definitely not off-the-shelf retail stuff. A nice break from chain food. Give them a shot.
… moreMr. B
This place is Absolutely Amazing! The full parking lot every night should be a clue something great is consistently happening here. The staff is great. Super friendly and just good people. The CHEF is Awesome. The food is delicious and plated
picture perfect. Kinda small inside but is never a problem. Atmosphere is very relaxing. It’s not super fancy but I fit in just fine. I highly recommend this place!
… morepicture perfect. Kinda small inside but is never a problem. Atmosphere is very relaxing. It’s not super fancy but I fit in just fine. I highly recommend this place!
Andrew
I had a great experience my first time here at The Fogcutter! The waitstaff was very nice and the atmosphere of the place seemed to be a nice low key kind of setting. The build your own burger special was excellent and the time from ordering to the table was very quick! They give you very nice portions and I know I was taking some home with me after my visit. I can see myself coming back here for sure. The different events they host make it a great place to come back to time and time again.
… moreMeghan A
Update Nov 2021:
I wish I could add a separate review from my first Because these guys are definitely THE best! We ordered some food for our kids this time and the portions where HUGE! We Also ordered the cheese curds, which where delicious!!
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My family and I tried this place today for carry out. We’ve passed this place tons of times not knowing much about it. I was looking for a local small business to support during this confusing time and was recommended this place.
The food was great! Ashley took my order and was super friendly! We definitely will be coming back to this place for food and drinks in the furnture. I recommend this place and hope they stay strong in this unknowing time.
… moreI wish I could add a separate review from my first Because these guys are definitely THE best! We ordered some food for our kids this time and the portions where HUGE! We Also ordered the cheese curds, which where delicious!!
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My family and I tried this place today for carry out. We’ve passed this place tons of times not knowing much about it. I was looking for a local small business to support during this confusing time and was recommended this place.
The food was great! Ashley took my order and was super friendly! We definitely will be coming back to this place for food and drinks in the furnture. I recommend this place and hope they stay strong in this unknowing time.
Laura Kayler (Laura Elizabeth)
I decided to eat lunch here today,I promise you looks can be deceiving on the outside,building looks a little run down.Inside is a totally different story warm and welcoming staff and delicious food!! I have driven by a thousand times and today enjoyed delicious food and warm welcomes!!!
… moreSean Smith
Local icon, been around long time. Friendly staff and good service.
The food here is a staple, always good and at a good value (not expensive)
… moreThe food here is a staple, always good and at a good value (not expensive)
Skip Schaefer
PIZZA was Sooo Delicious. Perfectly baked. Best time to enjoy it – dine-in. The place was slammed with business on Saturday, the one and only server / bartender did it all. We were ( 7 guys ) thirsty & hungry after marking a snowmobile trail system, We kept our patients, but never had to wait long for anything. She was amazing, friendly & quick. this place is a Bucket List item – A must stop Pub & Grill.
… moreSergio Vazquez II
One of my favorite dive bars. Good craft beers on draft. The weekend brunch is the best! Got to try the biscuits and gravy. Also $5 burgers and trivia on Thursday nights! Great spot.
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