25 Essential McHenry Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of McHenry.
UpRooted Restaurant and Bar
Illinois
an everyday essential restaurant address in McHenry, pairing editorial magnetism with a Beam Score of 82.7.
Round Lake Olando's Pizza
Illinois
'50s-themed soda & pizza parlor dishing up thin-crust pies, sandwiches, pasta & ice cream.
Dockers Restaurant, Fox Lake
Illinois
Informal American eatery & lounge with a lakeside deck, Friday-night fish fry & Sunday brunch.
The Grove Pub & Grill
McHenry, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Bar games, Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music, Live performances.
Fox Lake Family Restaurant
McHenry, Illinois
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Plum Garden
McHenry, Illinois
Chinese eatery serving traditional fare & cocktails in a red-&-black space with traditional accents.
Windhill McHenry
McHenry, Illinois
Long-running cafe serving American breakfast fare & sandwiches in a Victorian building.
Saylor Mick's Pizza & Pub
McHenry, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
McHenry, Illinois
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
Jimano's Pizzeria
McHenry, Illinois
Straightforward chain pizzeria dispensing deep-dish & thin-crust pies, plus pasta & sandwiches.
Tammy's Pizza & Pasta
McHenry, Illinois
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Rosati's Pizza
McHenry, Illinois
Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.
JJ Twig's Pizza & Pub Wauconda
McHenry, Illinois
Offering a pizza buffet at lunch, this long-running hangout serves thin-crust pies & draft beer.
Fairmont Shores
McHenry, Illinois
Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music.
Sakura Japanese Restaurant
McHenry, Illinois
Creative sushi rolls are the draw at this informal Japanese choice with a relaxed vibe.
Epic Deli
McHenry, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Live music, Serves local specialty.
Grandma's Wine Bar & Deli
McHenry, Illinois
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Live music, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Buddyz Pizzeria
McHenry, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
Twisted Burger Fox Lake
McHenry, Illinois
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
McHenry, Illinois
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.
IHOP
McHenry, Illinois
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Sushi King
McHenry, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Taco Bell
McHenry, Illinois
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.
Bootleggers Bar & Grill
McHenry, Illinois
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Hub Market
McHenry, Illinois
Small business. Service options: Delivery, Onsite services. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot. Planning.