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Cigars & Stripes BBQ Lounge
6715 Ogden Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402, United States
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Re
Review №1

You’re invited to come visit us and enjoy a quality atmosphere, delicious BBQ and span ? (Spend) time with some truly unique individuals. Remember Drink Responsibility ? (Responsibly). Eat Recklessly. Love the typos (or are they...) in your website mission statement. Screamer & Brood

ch
Review №2

Whats not to like? Cigars, Cold Beer and Smoked BBQ. Grab a seat at the bar and be treated like royalty. Care Free joint to relax and kick back. Seat and serve yourself if avoiding the bar. Nightly events, big screens and an outdoor, heated cigar/beer garden. Wings and rib tips are the bomb! Heat up the night and taste buds with the 2X, 4X or Super Hot homebrewed sauces. Try your luck at the gaming. Highly recommended stop on Route 66.

Jo
Review №3

Good food, great cigars, awesome atmosphere. What more can I ask for? I love this place!

Ch
Review №4

Always a great experience. The food and beer are both world class. Also, very strong safety precautions on staff and visitors... All around a great place to visit.

Ma
Review №5

Stopped in for a quick bite, very good! Had the Tijuana hot dog, comes with bacon and salsa, very tasty and also a roasted pepper. The selection of sauces is very good, from sweet to spicy. Great atmosphere, and friendly staff! Will definitely be back!!

Ga
Review №6

Enjoy a glass of beer while youre waiting on some amazing wings that will make you have a unique experience at this joint!

Tj
Review №7

Fantastic smoke on the rib tips. Potato salad was really good. It was nice to meet another new friend! Great atmosphere - loved eating under the rent. Totally recommend this place!!

Mi
Review №8

Great Foods!!! Smoked Meats... Homemade Sauces, Great Beer Selection..

Th
Review №9

Good food. Good beer. Awesome staff.

Ja
Review №10

Rib tips and wings are my faves! With a good stout which ever they have on the menu usually always hits the spot.. yummmmm

Er
Review №11

Best wings! So bomb! highly recommended

A
Review №12

Bomb wings. Got number 2 sauce and it has a nice kick. Must try the corn!

Su
Review №13

This is the only restaurant Ive been that offers amazing foods, quick customer service and wide menu list. Five star unconditional rating!

Ke
Review №14

Great laid back place with a nice variety of cigars

Cl
Review №15

Tasty food ,best cold wine.

Jo
Review №16

Beef sandwich (Tuesdays only) is excellent. Service is slow (due to covid) but worth the wait. Rib tips are very good!

Ve
Review №17

Their wings are the best!!! Love this place

Da
Review №18

Smoked wings were great, but do yourself a favor and have the rib tips

Ra
Review №19

Best wings ever. Period. Order a beer , there are always great choices on draft and in cans--like Delirium Tremens-- and do yourself a favor an order the grilled wings. They are perfectly dry seasoned, and then you get your choice of barbecue sauce! Sit at the bar if you can!

Pa
Review №20

This spot is my favorite. I eat in plenty of restaurants but to this one I keep coming back again and again. The crew is very amicable and the food they place on your table is so flavorful. I am always happy to have a decent dinner here. I recommend this place with pleasure.

Jo
Review №21

Great food. Nice people. The only negative is that it is very dark inside. Some of the best wings youll find anywhere. Very good Burger, great flavor and cooked right. Tijuana dog is very good but didnt seem spicy to me. Ronnie is Very Nice too.

Sm
Review №22

The staff is lovely and the food is immaculate. 10/10 would recommend.

Gr
Review №23

They are an excellent place to eat. The staff pay attention to their customers and make you happy.

Da
Review №24

Last week was the first time we came to that magnificent restaurant. But It is obviously not the last time. We passed a splendid evening with the good service, with the great food and booze and with the modest payment. We will absolutely go back there in a short time.

ms
Review №25

Delightful every time Ive gone. Berwyn has some wonderful spots to eat and hangout. The wings are on point and their unique night events are unmatched. Best hidden gem. ♡

Bi
Review №26

Had their Cup of Chili and was pretty good. They also have a Wide variety of choices when it comes to beer. Bartender was also very attentive and friendly. Will definitely be back soon.

Va
Review №27

Wings are always amazing and the beers (angry orchard) are great!

Br
Review №28

A straight classic, enjoyed by old and new comers alike. The beers are always changing and the events are fun. Pop in any day of the week youll find something new, from weird movies to wrestling to live music! Make sure to go with an empty stomach because the food is the best Ive had in any bar. The wings will have you flying, but the 666 death sauce will definitely bring you back down to earth.Unfortunately, there is not a lot of space, so try to anticipate crowding.A definite YES! What are you doing reading this review? Go to Cigars & Stripes already!

Ph
Review №29

Great foodBbq

Cr
Review №30

The food was different and DELICIOUS!! The wings which were grilled and not fried were so so good!

jo
Review №31

I completely love this place, from the food to the selection of beers on tap. I just wish they add their burger back on the menu. THE BEST BURGER IN THE CHICAGO LAND AREA!

He
Review №32

Great wings! Give the 666 sauce a try, but only try a little. Its not a long lasting spicy, but its extremely spicy. I ended up mixing it with the habanero sauce and later a little bit of ranch and it was DELICIOUS. Also, the potato salad as a side was pretty good too.

Jo
Review №33

Great food and service. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Dog friendly as well

Al
Review №34

The smoked wings are awesome and the ghost pepper sauce is on point.

Mi
Review №35

Very cool campy place with a lot of schitck but thats the appeal of it. Ronnie the owner is a real showman and knows how to entertain a crowd. Highly suggest trying the wings theyre smoked which seals in the flavor. And flavorful they are for sure. Nice selection of tap beers to wash them down. If youre in the area stop in for a good time.

Wi
Review №36

Went there wednesday for lunch.. smoked wings were on point and delicious. Went back Saturday night, wings were burnt to a crisp and hard.. no consistency. Hit or miss spot..

Ja
Review №37

Its a place like no other great smoked food and atmosphere you will definitely come for more

Ed
Review №38

If you like wings, good beers and friendly you are welcome

Va
Review №39

Only 2 or 3 things on the menu. I didn’t see any of the food shown on reviews or pictures. Maybe I just went on a bad day? Bartender was very nice and pleasant. I would call in advance if you are looking for particular items to see what’s available. If you are sensitive to cigar smell while eating carry out will be your best option.

Jo
Review №40

Great food and exceptional service

am
Review №41

Awesome place, awesome atmosphere, awesome food, awesome beer, and awesome people! Their events, from the midget wrestling to the Halloween bash are just unmatchable. Personally, i have traveled from coast to coast and have eaten, specifically, wings. There is not a place in this country that matches the quality and taste at Cigars and Stripes. They take pride in their food and it shows. I highly recommend this place!

Ya
Review №42

The ribs and wings are amazing. They have a good selection of craft beer. The service could be better. Waited 10 min to close my tab. Girls werent really busy just busy eating or running their mouth talking.

Ja
Review №43

Have not been disappointed with anything ive order from here. Their food is delicious. Wings, bbq rib tips, their hamburger, their hot dog!! Honestly recommend anything from here. You wont be disappointed

Ta
Review №44

Reasonable choice of cigars. Its nice that the cigars are available as long as the bar is open. Which is always at least 1am. Good food also. A bit small in space however. But certainly worth the trip.

Ka
Review №45

I have been going there since Oct 2i, 2001. Great food, people, lots of laughs and smiles.Safe and friendly place. Great bartenders. :)

Bi
Review №46

Love this place! The owner is a super nice guy and keeps the atmosphere as creepy as possible. Dark, if you like that sort of thing and shows horror films many nights of the week, live shows too. Svengoolie would feel right at home here as I do.

Ca
Review №47

Had my first (legal) drink here at midnight in my 21st birthday. Nowhere else Id rather be! Mike, the live entertainment, was super fun to watch. Definitely cant wait to be back.

Cr
Review №48

They have yummy rib tip, wing, and lets not forget the Tijuana hot dogs! If youre slightly parched they have a great selection of beers and a delicious Bloody Marys. Events you must attend at Cigars are the Annual Route 66 Car Show and the Halloween events. Definitely check it out and enjoy!

Jo
Review №49

Wanna watch some pro Wrestling? Well your in luck this place shows Monday night raw ever Monday !!!and not to mention almost every ppv including aew!! Why not sit back eat some good BBQ drink some good BEER maybe watch a movie listen to some music. On Wednesday they have stand up if you like to laugh come on by check them out you wont leave upset !

Al
Review №50

This is my go to local bar. They have a great food menu as well as a many different beers to choose from. But what really makes this place special is the friendly staff, ownership and the different events they host every night that makes you keep coming back for more. Sunday Night Zombie Bingo is the best time you will ever have playing bingo!!!

Ma
Review №51

I went to order out and got the Chicken wings. Surprisingly they have a Sports PPV which made the wait for the wings very short. The wings by the way are excellent.They play wrestling, MMA and Svengoolie on their big screens.

Jo
Review №52

AMAZING SMOKED TREATS. Uniquely original atmosphere. Fun themes mon-thurs. Cigars (*explicit* obviously). Wonderful Tap selection. AMAZING SMOKED TREATS!

Al
Review №53

Awesomeness all the way around. .nice chill spot..wings n good crafts n then some..great service. Fast well cooked food....

Di
Review №54

An amazing restaurant! Incredible service, wonderful food concepts, great ambiance! Cant wait to go back!

A
Review №55

COVID UPDATE - they have a fantastic outdoor seating area with plenty of breathing room.Smoked wings finished on the grill. Not greasy, not too smokey, but hot and crispy. Thats all you need to know. Ronnie is so passionate about BBQ that all of his menu represents the best youll find with 20 miles of the place.

Co
Review №56

Love going here for the smoked food and draft beer...when they have it. Its a hit or miss what they will have available. Last 3 times Ive been in they were out of almost every item on the menu, and draft beer selection was slim no none. Dont know what is going on with this, management or suppliers but I can tell its having an impact on business. I would like to continue to go here because the food and beer is just that good, but dont like having to go somewhere else to eat once I get there. I will add the staff are very polite and do everything in there power to make things right.

Mi
Review №57

Great beer great wings. Atmosphere is great. Bartenders are fantastic

ri
Review №58

Its ok. Kinda boring. And the staff has very lil knowledge regarding drinks.

Jo
Review №59

This is one of my favorite places to go to and the atmosphere is perfect. If I lived closer I would go here every day.

Em
Review №60

The place serves big dishes and for fair prices. super friendly owner. Highly recommended.

da
Review №61

Wings are great, best ones Ive had so far. theyre smoked and fried, the taste is great

Vj
Review №62

Great cozy bar. Good food. I give them a big credit - there is only one TV and a classical move was on that TV. You may guess, watching TV is not my favorite thing when I go out. Talking with interesting people and eating good food is much higher on list of my priorities. This place delivers on that. Kudos.

Pa
Review №63

Love the ambiance, the unique drink menu, the awesome grilled wings. I love trying a new beer, everytime I go. Cool place to check out.

my
Review №64

Great place for wings and beer but there is nowhere to sit and the place needs a deep clean.

Ro
Review №65

Great time all the time

Ma
Review №66

The staff was very pleasant and knowledgeable of the menu.

je
Review №67

Good atmosphere, great bbq and I watched the Blues Brothers too.

Sa
Review №68

I have visited this place a handful of times and really enjoy coming here. I love the atmosphere and drink selections. Havent had the food yet but from what I hear it is fantastic. They do special events in the lot adjacent, I was there for the Classic car show. Will definitely be returning in the near future to try Berwyns best burger!

Mi
Review №69

Its my second home I love it here

Review №70

Best wings Ive ever tasted! And a really unique looking place. Theres no reason to not check this place out.

Da
Review №71

Excellent wings and craft beer selection

Da
Review №72

Best wings around.

ry
Review №73

Great food and beer selection

Ju
Review №74

Menu not as advertised. The wings were not award winning. Only one staff member working, she was good, and showed true kindness to a disabled regular. Cigar selection was poor.

Ma
Review №75

Wings or pizza, sub or burger w/ an excellent list of beers.Game or UFC is the place you can see but also trivia night or bizarre spectacle of comedy night or live music.

Jo
Review №76

Really good bbq and beer selection. My only recommendation would be a larger portion for the side.

R.
Review №77

The food is one of a kind, the atmosphere is one of a kind, and the owner, Ronny, is one of a kind. I love to support this business because they truly aim to give their patrons an experience. They have great events, ranging from comedy shows to live music. Do yourself a favor, and next time you’re in Berwyn, stop by for a few beers and some wings. Hell, this placed is worth going out of your way to make the trip!

Ar
Review №78

What a strange place. Small, cramped. Very small menu. Wings, hot link sandwich, rib tips. Now you know the menu. Odd beer list too. Decor was dim lit, some wrestling pics, and some horror type pics and statues. Some bar stools, some small chairs on the elevated side of the bar. Just real strange. The bar maid requires a credit card to order for a tab. And she holds it under the bar. Wife was not happy with that. Or, you pay cash once you order, before served, food or drink. Had an order of wings, 7 in an order, nothing special, drank our beer, then left. Then this happened, tried to use the bathroom, no light switch, super dark in there. Used my phone light to see, once I closed the door, the light actuated in the room. Never have I been in such a strange establishment. They also sell cigars. Cannot get any stranger. Avoid like the plague.

Ma
Review №79

Grilled wings and ribs!!!! Amazing!! Sauce is on the side, and get a side of corn, potatoe salad or beans.

Mi
Review №80

Fantastic smoked wings and great draft beer selection! Check them out

Da
Review №81

Good food and atmosphere but small space

mi
Review №82

Great food, interesting place. Lots of character.

jo
Review №83

I love this place every one is very friendly, food and drinks are awesome!

19
Review №84

Best place for food I wish the burger was back but all around great place

Za
Review №85

Lovely place, came on holiday owner gave me some hot sauce to take back to england

iv
Review №86

Well be going back bartender was great and food was great

Et
Review №87

The food is delicious and the staff is so awesome!!

Fr
Review №88

The wings are Awesome!!!

BR
Review №89

Bbq, has a unique flavor, its sooo tasteI usually get it cold, straight from the freezer. Then heat it up later. I also purchased a small very hit bottle of ghost pepper hot sauce.

Ch
Review №90

Awesome place with a great micro brew selection.. there Apple smoked wings are a popular favorite, Tijuana hotdogs, rib tips, and just about anything else they serve.

Bo
Review №91

From the beginning, Cigars & Stripes has always just been Ronnie sharing his life with friends and the general public. From way back in the day when he managed wrestlers (before wrestling was even cool), to mastering the art of old school hand pin-striping in the back of the original Cigars garage - Ronnie shared his private stashes of quality cigars and fantastic hot sauces, before hot sauces were even popular (think late 1980s).Ronnies vision (as I saw it) was home, the home he opened his doors to for friends to come by and hang out, which there was always something cool going on - something usually out of the ordinary that you bragged about weeks later.. I was a day one kind of customer, the kind that sat on a milk crate at the old store watching tv and trying some of the original HOT hot sauces, while Ronnie pinstriped a car in the back, it was BYOB because it wasnt a bar yet, but that came soon with the purchase of the current building.What Ronnie put together is an extension of himself. Cigars & Stripes has to be the friendliest place around (just like Ronnie), and the food he serves there is quality. You go there because you know what you are getting - and you know its going to be damn good. Ronnie likes to turn people on to brews he finds that are outstanding - but yet he keeps the regular suds on hand to keep the people satisfied.Lets talk hot sauces and cigars. You will be hard pressed to find a better selection locally, of what you want. His stock is always fresh and well maintained , and anyone saying otherwise is just being utterly critical.Also worth mentioning because someone called the establishment racist, BULLSH*T- AND I MEAN BULLSH*T ! My family is Hispanic and has always been treated with respect when they have frequented here as I have seen many customers of many colors that patronize the bar. So whoever said that - you should seek professional help, you need it.Wrapping up this long winded review - I moved out of the area years ago, but when I find myself back visiting in Berwyn - Cigars is always a place I look forward to visiting and you should want to also, its that good of a place.

An
Review №92

This place is fantastic! Good pricing, large dishes and the staff members are consistently super nice.

Ga
Review №93

Loved the atmosphere good price after the food smoke a cigar then have some drinks all a perfect combo.

os
Review №94

Great place to order wings and try different beers

St
Review №95

Unbelievable smoked meats, I recommend the chicken wings. Amazing beer, great patio, and a really fun and unique atmosphere. Never been to a place like it, but will go again whenever I am in the area.

Jo
Review №96

The blueberry beer was the bomb! The hotdog wrapped in bacon was off the charts. Loved it. Thank you Kelly.

ni
Review №97

Great place for signature wings, and a cold one! The place has a chill atmosphere, & the customer service is on point! Ill be coming back often.

Ne
Review №98

Love their BBQ, but wish they had brisket. Slaw sides are slightly larger than ketchup containers, should be larger. Great craft beer selection! Funky decor feels like its always Halloween.

Ja
Review №99

The greatest wings ever. No lie Im here every Wednesday and Friday beer always changes so they throw a lil razzle dazzle at you. Wings, rib tips, ect........ too many option. Bottom line best wings ever

Ar
Review №100

Cigars, bbq, beer and a great atmosphere.

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  • Address:6715 Ogden Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402, United States
  • Site:http://www.stripesbbq.com/
  • Phone:+1 708-484-1043
Categories
  • Comedy club
  • American restaurant
  • Bar
  • Cigar shop
  • Barbecue restaurant
  • Live music venue
  • Lounge
  • Pub
Working hours
  • Monday:12pm–2am
  • Tuesday:12pm–2am
  • Wednesday:12pm–12am
  • Thursday:5pm–1am
  • Friday:12pm–1am
  • Saturday:12pm–1am
  • Sunday:12pm–1am
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Live music:Yes
  • Sport:Yes
Popular for
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Late-night food:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
Dining options
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Catering:Yes
Amenities
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
  • Historic:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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