Wooden Nickel

Wooden Nickel - Table reservation

444 Lakeview Ave Ste 1, 60040, Highwood, US, HIGHWOOD, United States Reservation
478 Reviews 3.8

"Food ol in town dive bar. Great service and diverse people. Love it!"

Details

Phone: +18472660550

Address: 444 Lakeview Ave Ste 1, 60040, Highwood, US, HIGHWOOD, United States

Reservation, Booking

City: HIGHWOOD

Opening hours

Monday: 11:00 -01:00

Tuesday: 11:00 -01:00

Wednesday: 11:00 -01:00

Thursday: 11:00 -03:00

Friday: 11:00 -03:00

Saturday: 11:00 -03:00

Sunday: 11:00 -01:00

Statistics

Dishes: 10

Categories: 5

Reviews: 478


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Reviews

5 /5 Rating

During my time stationed at Ft. Sheridan in 1989-90, a group of us would head to this restaurant every Tuesday for neighborhood beer night, and it was always bustling with people. They played an excellent mix of classic rock, including bands like R.E.M., and the atmosphere was fantastic. They showed a lot of support for the military, which we appreciated. I can still vividly remember the wooden nickels they used as tokens.

4 /5 Rating

I took off one star due to a guy sitting next to me at the bar who, it turns out, also works there (though he wasn't on shift) and was downright rude. Despite his obnoxious behavior, Peter was the highlight of our visit, and we will definitely return because of him. Thank you for the great drinks, the fun, the smiles, and the engaging conversation, Peter! YOU ROCK!!! We’ll be back!

5 /5 Rating

Back in 1989-90 while stationed at Ft. Sheridan, several of us would go to this place every Tuesday for the quarter beer night and it was always packed. They played a great mix of alt. Rock like REM, and the draft was a quarter! They were supportive of the military back then. I remember the wooden nickel like it was yesterday.

1 /5 Rating

I’ve tried to enjoy this place as a local dive bar several times, but it just hasn’t worked out. The bartender has been rude on each visit. Perhaps I don’t fit in because I don't wear pajamas, but it seems like the place hasn’t seen a thorough cleaning in years. Book a table now

5 /5 Rating

The best spot in Highwood! Looking for affordable drinks? Look no further. Want fantastic music? We've got that too. This bar is the best one to open in at least a decade!

5 /5 Rating

Great local bar! Very veteran friendly and good drinks selection. Bar offers are very personal and people are welcoming. I definitely recommend coming here at least once.

5 /5 Rating

Best place in Highwood. Want cheap drinks? Done. Want great music? Done. Best bar I've been to in at least a decade

5 /5 Rating

Nice little bar. Quiet, hidden. Not so crowded. Staff and people are respectful. Book a table now

4 /5 Rating

I found it to be a nice place, especially with live music every Thursday.

5 /5 Rating

Food ol in town dive bar. Great service and diverse people. Love it!


Dishes

Vanilla Bean Shrimp And Scallops
Vanilla Bean Shrimp And Scallops

English Style Cod And Scallops
English Style Cod And Scallops

Shrimp And Crab Mac And Cheese
Shrimp And Crab Mac And Cheese

Hand Rolled Seasonal Ravioli
Hand Rolled Seasonal Ravioli

Nickel Signature Crab Cakes
Nickel Signature Crab Cakes

Fried Calamari Fra Diavolo
Fried Calamari Fra Diavolo

Parmesan Encrusted Chicken
Parmesan Encrusted Chicken

Hand Rolled Pasta Pomadora
Hand Rolled Pasta Pomadora

Hand Rolled Cheese Ravioli
Hand Rolled Cheese Ravioli

Mediterranean Primavera
Mediterranean Primavera