Best Patio/Beer Garden In Buffalo Grove: Readers Pick

BUFFALO GROVE, IL — We asked Buffalo Grove Patch readers this week to give us their favorite patio and beer garden recommendations. And the results on your favorite spots are now in.

Taking the top spot was Prairie House Tavern with Sal & Tony's Italian Kitchen coming in second.

Prairie House Tavern is located at 2701 N Main St., Buffalo Grove. Here are a few words about the establishment from its website:

"As soon as you step into Prairie House Tavern, you know you’re somewhere special. With our cozy bar, airy patio, and smiling staff, it's never long before our first-timers turn into regulars. Our menu’s packed with all of your all-American favorites, and from our pizzas right down to our salad dressings, everything’s made fresh in-house. Next time you’re looking to kick back with friends, sip a cold beer and enjoy a hearty burger, look no further than Prairie House -- after all, we're where the locals go to eat, drink, and relax."

Readers taking our poll raved about the food, service, fire pit and the staff at Prairie House Tavern.

"They have 2 beautiful patios! One has a retractable roof and walls for year round use the second has a comfortable couch, fire pit and plenty of seating," wrote one reader.

Another reader said, "Their patio is quiet and spacious, always with great food and service."

Readers also shared some of their go-to-orders at Prairie House Tavern:

• Chicken tenders with Thai chili sauce
• Buffalo quesadillas
• Reuben
• "Everything is good but the wings and Tavern Burger are amazing!"

The Prairie House Tavern's full menu can be found here.

As local eateries continue to find their way forward amid coronavirus, we're asking Patch readers to show love to their favorite local joints. Disagree with these picks? Sound off in the comments section to let readers know which patio/beer garden is really the BEST. Click on the links to the establishments above to order or peruse menus.