Brian’s Liked Places
The Walnut Speakeasy is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

1. The Walnut Speakeasy

8.0
214 Walnut Ave, Elgin, IL
Speakeasy · 33 tips and reviews

Brian G.Brian Gaines: I was told by bartender that they all get dressed up in historic speakeasy attire from the prohibition days ONLY in the month of December.

Pig Minds Brewing Co. is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

2. Pig Minds Brewing Co.

8.4
4080 Steele Dr, Machesney Park, IL
Brewery · 34 tips and reviews

Brian G.Brian Gaines: Don't get the nachos appetizer, then the tostadas like I did, lol. They taste too similar. Change the category of your main entree.

The Onion Pub and Brewery is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

3. The Onion Pub and Brewery

8.3
22221 N Pepper Rd (btwn W Northpointe Pkwy & W Industrial Ave), Barrington, IL
Brewery · 39 tips and reviews

Brian G.Brian Gaines: Our server was personable and on point. Better service than what is typically offered elsewhere. Vegan options available. Had the black bean burger. Good beer selection. Had hop slayer and misfit.

Starbucks is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

4. Starbucks

7.9
40 N Williams St, Crystal Lake, IL
Coffee Shop · 12 tips and reviews

Brian G.Brian Gaines: Obvious that a lot of regulars hang out here. Indoor/outdoor seating available. Has a mini library by restrooms if you want to grab a book.

Crystal Lake Brewing is one of Brian’s Liked Places.

5. Crystal Lake Brewing

8.6
150 N Main St, Crystal Lake, IL
Brewery · 12 tips and reviews

Brian G.Brian Gaines: You can bring the kids until 7pm as it is a family run business. It's not a hard deadline. Games for all to play. They have a couple of couches near the front door, but get there early to sit in them.