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Green Town Tavern

Restaurant Bar American restaurant

One of the Top rated American restaurants in Waukegan


Address

110 S Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States

Website

gttavern.com

Contact

+1 847-244-1001

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (574 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11 am to 1 am
  • Friday: 11 am to 2 am
  • Saturday: 8 am to 2 am
  • Sunday: 12 to 7 pm
  • Monday: 11 am to 9 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 1 am
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 1 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (15) burger (9) wife (8) ordered (8) order (7) bartender (6) delicious (6) great (6)
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  • 5/5 Javier G. 1 year ago on Google
    This Place Has Always Been One Of My Favorite Spots In Waukegan. It Has A Good Positive Vibe To It. Good Drinks And Even Better Food! The Service Is Outstanding. I Highly Recommend It If Your In The Waukegan Area.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Matthew Saint C. 1 year ago on Google
    My wife and I came here on a relatively chill Saturday evening during the annual ArtWauk event. The place was probably about 30-40% full, and it seemed like maybe they had the bartender and just one server working. I think they probably could have used one more, but it's a minor complaint. The sttaff was friendly, beer was cold, and the bathrooms were clean. Good place to spend an hour or two.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Arturo J. 2 years ago on Google
    Well a coworker suggested this place being the best burgers and mushroom and my he's right. Also heard this is a place for politics within Waukegan. Anyways was also amazed that the Amertto stone sour was a generous amount. Never experience having a glass and cost was about the same as a little glass they usually serve it. I had ordered the steak burger and for the price and how much Burger you get is very good I did not order french fries however I did order their mushrooms and the way they prepared and cooked it was delicious. There was not too much bread and the mushrooms were not small at all in some restaurants when it comes to bar food. Their steak burger was also worth the money for how much Burger you got for $12. Fridays they have a fish fry and I will probably come here on Friday for lunch they either have it in Pollock or in COD and I plan to order both to compare the taste. They also have shrimp but I'm not a big fan of fried shrimp nowadays. Anyways four stars for this hidden gem up in the north of a small town like Waukegan cause I didn't think there was any good to dine in until I discovered this
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tom R. 2 years ago on Google
    We were in town for our sons graduation from Navy boot camp. We.got into town & checked into hotel and needed to find a place to eat dinner failry close to the Naval Station. We were looking for pub grub and found this place after.doing some online searching. The people there were super cool to us from the time we sat down and we felt right at home. I got a pint of beer from a local brewery on tap, wish I could remember what it was but it was good, my wife got some wine which was fine for her. We ordered the cheese curds app, they were tasty. I ordered the Italian beef sandwich w/provolone & fries, my wife ordered a Greek salad . My wife enjoyed her salad and took at least half back to the room. I haven't ever had an Italian beef sandwich before but knew what they are. It was a really good sandwich. Their Giardiniera was on the side but had just the right amount of spice that it went great on the sandwich. I would definitely eat that again. We stayed for their trivia and won a round and got a free breakfast . That Saturday our son shipped out basically in the middle of the night and our flight out was in the afternoon so we went back and had breakfast. When we arrived the staff remembered us and made us feel like regulars. I got a bloody Mary which came with a small beer chaser, my wife got a mimosa. we enjoyed both drinks. I got their corned beef hash, my wife got the French toast. They were both very good. The staff and people there really were super cool to us and we felt like we were in a place we belonged. If we are ever.back in the area we will return.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jim C. 4 years ago on Google
    Usually; good food and standard table service would be enough to expect when dining out. Dave at Green Town Tavern in Waukegan really went the extra mile. He gave me 50 cents to feed the parking meter (I never have change), but he also provided a straw for my drink. Since I was an out-of-towner, he didn't want to shock me with their recent no straw policy. Folks in this area are incredibly friendly and helpful! The sirloin burger with fried egg and Swiss was delicious and perfectly prepared.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John P S. 1 year ago on Google
    5+3🍀 Well, what can you say? This is a nifty little pub and eatery! 5+1 in my book. The young lady who served us, I believe her name was Joy, was amazing. She discussed the entire menu. Her conversational skills are extraordinary! She's a real class act that blends in well with customers and the establishment. Remember to leave her a nice tip! The fish fry, the cod especially, and the cream of shrimp soup was delicious. My monster burger was very tasty and done exactly as I requested. My granddaughters Italian beef was perfectly done with just the right amount of juice. My Coors light was very cold, just the way I like it. The decorum which was very inviting, dimly-lit, along with good music. The games were on the televisions, the conversations and interactions on a Friday night were in full bloom. I would recommend Green Town Tavern as a spot to eat, have a cocktail, and good conversation with friends. What are you waiting for? After all aren't shamrocks supposed to bring you good fortune? ☘️
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael S. 11 months ago on Google
    Friendly Staff, Great Atmosphere, Best bar band ever. 13 out of 5 Stars. Also, Raccoon in tree to south of bar.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tom K. 1 year ago on Google
    This place has amazing food and service and we can’t wait to get back. It is definitely a local favorite but the food is better than most places we go that are twice as expensive. We both had the Cod fish fry served with fries and homemade coleslaw which I could just eat that! I had Chicken Tortilla soup and my wife the Clam Chowder both were delicious. We had Cheese curds for an appetizer and the order was enough for 4 adults. Please give them a try!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Alejandro V. 6 years ago on Google
    The Green Town Tavern was intimate. They still had their St. Patrick's Day decorations up. The bartender was friendly. The price for for the appetizer sampler was quite reasonable. The mozzarella sticks were thick. My wife got a glass of Guinness, said that it was poured properly, and that it was a fair price at $4.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 SnakeEyesSOG S. 6 months ago on Google
    Bartender was extremely rude. We were looking for seating and apparently she didn't like that. We left and went elsewhere. Definitely would not recommend this place at all. Take ur money elsewhere to a business that appreciates new customers.

  • 5/5 Dawn J. 6 months ago on Google
    Went for dinner before seeing a show at the Genesee. Not a big place, so definitely get there early. Staff was definitely running, but it was a team effort and they got the job done. As did the bartender. Food was good bar food.

  • 5/5 Marty J. 5 months ago on Google
    What an incredible find. The Chicken Tortilla Soup was out of this world and the Pork Belly Tacos are even better.

  • 5/5 jonathan b. 10 months ago on Google
    Just found this Quaint little place as I was walking around one day. I had the Blue Burger and it was a spot hitter! Creamy blue cheese and good quality meat for a decent priced burger. Although they forgot the chips lol. I can't complain. Friendly and clean

  • 5/5 Nicole C. 11 months ago on Google
    The atmosphere and service was great! We asked our server for extra limes and he sure did deliver lol. Also very yummy food! Id recommend to anyone wanting to stop at a good local joint for that home like feeling.

  • 2/5 Ryan R. 1 year ago on Google
    I don't leave many 2-star reviews, but when I do... They are well deserved. Our service and food were not good. I went with my dad and sister, I split a cheeseburger with my sister and my dad ordered a brat. Our burger came out burnt on the outside and then I realized our waiter didn't ask how we wanted it cooked. The burger was not good. Edible is a good descriptor. Then, the brat never came. We asked the waiter and she completely forgot to put the order in. I would go back and give it a second chance though, it was my first time and could've just been a bad experience which can happen anywhere.

  • 1/5 Silas H. 1 year ago on Google
    Highly disappointed! Chicken strips tasted like seafood, my BLT was half cooked bacon , nowhere close to last tim and my Ruben was literally packed with sauerkraut! Green Town come on “MAN” was a diehard fan !!????? Must be a new cook !

  • 2/5 Jon V. 1 year ago on Google
    Showed up at 7:40pm on a Saturday night. Server said kitchen is probably closed but she will check. Comes back with o e menu for the two of us says the kitchen is open to 8pm. Ordered average food while receiving horrible service. Several and bartender did multiple shots and danced around having a grand time while we couldn't get another drink or even a " how's everything ". New normal I guess.

  • 5/5 Tony T. 1 year ago on Google
    Food is great from burgers, wraps and clubs. Awesome beer selection on tap and bottles. Wait staff a tad bit slow but is to be expected especially if one is there to catch a concert down the road. Pricing is more than fair on everything. All in all a great place to stop in for a drink. Bar name itself is an homage to Waukegan's native son Ray Bradbury.

  • 1/5 Terry. 1 year ago on Google
    We tried ordering over grubhub. It took them 45 minutes to cancel our order and our driver had to call us to let us know. They could’ve cancelled earlier than that so we would had ordered somewhere else for lunch but no. If y’all were busy or closing up, we would’ve have understood but it took them this long to cancel it. We weren’t told why Green town tavern canceled they just did it randomly. Was really looking forward to eating the Wisconsin burger and trying out this place for the first time. Never again I suppose?

  • 5/5 Jodi A. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a wonderful lunch here today. The staff is very friendly and pleasant. There is such a cool vibe in the space. The food was delicious and at a great price. Highly recommend!

  • 1/5 tanjay p. 2 years ago on Google
    I ordered the patty melt and was given the option to get either chips, coleslaw, mushrooms, and a few other items. I assumed because I was asked what side I wanted this was included. I ordered the mushroom’s and was surprised when I got my bill as their was an up charge for them. When I explained what happen and let the bartender know if she would have communicated with me about the up charge I would have had no problem, so she just said ok and went to the back, I thought she was maybe trying to correct the issue for me but instead came back out and swiped my card with the up charge I told her I wasn’t ok with. The way the situation was handled rubbed me the wrong way, I was told after my card was charged that they couldn’t take it off because they already started cooking the mushrooms. My order wasn’t even prepared how I asked.

  • 5/5 Lin W. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was delicious and bartender was friendly and informative! Don’t let looks deceive you. This is a great choice to eat!!!

  • 4/5 Dirk P. 1 year ago on Google
    Great waitstaff, tasty food. Indoor/outdoor room was nice bonus. Would definitely dine again. Would be 5 stars except was surprised by all the upcharges for substituting. For example, I changed cheese on my burger from cheddar to provolone and was charged $1. Really?


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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