Reviews for Barrel + Rye in Geneva, IL
We placed an order recently for 8 different people. All orders were correct and no complaints! Everything was delicious and the... staff even helped me out to the car with my order. Most everyone raved about their burgers but I had the birria grilled cheesespecial with truffle fries and it was fabulous. Can?t wait to go back and dine in! Read more
Lunch was amazing! Our party of 5 each ordered something different and each dish was outstanding!
This place is amazing! Aly (not alley!) was truly exceptional. I started to ask for sweet tea (being from Texas) but stopped... short remembering no one around here knows what that is. Aly, finished my sentence for me and volunteered to make it for me!It?s the little things like this that makes a great server, and she?s one of the best! The food was terrific as well, duckpoutine we were iffy on until we tried it! Frito Misto was another hit, with brisket chili rounding out our lunch trio.Seriously, if you?re in the area you HAVE to stop in here! Read more
Stopped here on a road trip to check out Geneva downtown and grab lunch. I sat down around 4pm so it wasn?t busy but filled up... nicely by the time I finished. The burger was really good. Service was a little slow but I wasn?t in a rush so it didn?t botherme much. Read more
Absolutely loved this place. The food and the Old Fashioneds were great. The only downside was the guy who leaned on the fire... alarm pull station. Sounder strobes blasted us for 15 min. Read more
Third time here although first time since before COVID. Stopped in on a Saturday afternoon after shopping nearby. At 4pm this... place was hopping and somewhat noisy -- I think partially due to March Madness which all televisions (3 or 4 in the place) hadit on. I was more in a mood to chill, and sat at the bar, so atmosphere-wise it's not what I was personally looking for thatday, but still, this place is one very fine tavern. I chose two craft beer draughts (a porter and red ale) and a neat pour ofOld Forester 1897). The selection of whiskeys has to be one of the most extensive in the suburbs. My drinks were excellent andtook the edge off an otherwise busy day (perfect in the late afternoon). The staff were as friendly, professional and helpfulas I remember. I never felt pressured, they want people to enjoy themselves and are eager to make recommendations. They werealso a hustling crew. Nice work, all. I opted not to eat this day though I have before and the food was terrific. I was temptedthough as the patron next to me ordered a Southern sandwich - looked like a burger with a fried egg and bacon...and smelledwonderful. Very much recommend this cut-above-the-rest taverns in the area. (Want to return perhaps on a more relaxed, quieterevening.) Read more
Stopped in here on a beautiful fall day strolling in Geneva. Rather than eating outside, we chose to eat inside in this quaint... bar/restaurant. The inside was rustic industrial and had a cool vibe.. The staff quickly sat us, and took an order for ourdrinks. They had a small selection of local brews and wine, which were satisfying. If it was later in the evening, they havea HUGE assortment of whiskey, ryes, bourbon that are sure to impress. The main reason I wanted to eat here was to try theJambalaya with shrimp which arrived with geat presentation. My first bite left me unimpressed UNTIL the flavor kicked in. This was a dish that was made to order and the flavors needed time to absorb. I saved half the dish for later, and found it tobe even better the next day. My only complaint would be with the lunch size portions at dinner pricing levels. I'd recommendthis place for those that can afford a $75 lunch for 2 with one drink each. Read more
Always tasty. A late lunch without a reservation is your best bet. This is one of my all-time favorites in the Geneva area. The... Bri Cheese Curds never disappoint! We also ordered the Zucchini and we were pleased. The presentation and flavor is perfect. This might be the best tomato bisque in the area as well. But the best and my favorite is the Stout Brownie. Do not skipdessert. Go ahead and order that first. I promise you won't regret it. Service is excellent and attentive. The atmosphere iswarm with tvs for sporting events and a whisky list of everything you could imagine! Highly recommend an old fashioned. Read more