O'Toole's of Libertyville

Found my new favorite bar restaurant when I am back in town!I always love the full bar, but they had Shepards pie, perfect in 20 degree winter time.Staff was so kind and attentive. They have a huge patio, with heaters so even in winter, you can enjoy the outdoor feeling.

This is a cool place in Libertyville which has a ton of restaurants and bars to choose from. They have a very unique covered/enclosed patio area that they open the windows for in the summer and close them up for extra seating in the winter. We were supposed to sit in this area, but our larger group could not fit out there when we went as the tables that were filled were scattered throughout the area. We sat inside and it was fine. It does get a trifle loud inside when they are busy, so I recommend going with a smaller group just so you can hear them. I was told to get the Little Timmy burger as many ordered it and said it was delicious. They had a couple burgers to choose from, but I'll have to come back with my Burger Club to truly try them. On this occasion, I got their blackened chicken sandwich and it was wonderful! Perfect amount of blackening spices and the fries were good too. I then ordered the pretzel bread pudding for dessert and got the last one. Holy Cow is this awesome. I'd come back just for that. Soooooo delicious!Service was on the spot and offered great advice on dishes.Plenty of TVs for sports and a great atmosphere for families, friends, work events and more!

7/10 french onion soupBaja tacos 7/10Reuben 4/10Rita royale 6/10Vibe is nice with outdoor indoor patio

Had an early dinner for two at Timothy O'Toole's Libertyville--great experience overall. The Pork Belly Bao Buns were fantastic, and the Little Timmy Burger with tater tots was flavorful and satisfying. The Mexi Cali Soup was interesting, but the Deviled Eggs fell short. O'Toole's Holy Water cocktail was okay but a bit too sweet. Service and ambiance were excellent. One downside--there's a 3% service charge for credit card payments, which isn't a welcome surprise, so be prepared.

Went for a holiday work lunch and was not disappointed. Service was excellent and very accommodating, especially because not everyone arrived at the same time, and they were able to adjust . We ordered starters to share. We had the Mezze Board which was very good. The whipped feta was excellent. The nachos were a hit and everyone enjoyed them. The whipped feta was the standout. Complimented with honey and warm pita it was a great start to the meal. Our group had a variety of Rueben's, salads, and bowls. I had the teriyaki bowl with chicken. It was loaded with rice, vegetables and a sweet teriyaki sauce. Even though this is a sports bar, we did not feel we were in a bar and it was nicely decorated for the holidays.

An update:This is our new go-to for wings!We used to go to a national chain that "specializes" in wings, but post global pandemic the quality there tanked.So we tried local.We usually order carryout, and our order has been perfect every time. The designated carryout parking spots in the back make running in super convenient, too.We highly recommend the honey sriracha wings - perfect blend of heat and sweet. The Rueben is also a personal favorite.

Grabbing a group for a Saturday dining experience on this pseudo-winter evening and O'Toole's was the 4-top consensus. Good choice, peeps!Arrived after making a reservation on Open Table...this place was in full swing with holiday decor and frivolity/festivities. Several large parties in the separated party rooms and the bar was packed! Nicely decorated bar area and busy, happy, staff were pleasant. Holiday drink specials sounded great but this crowd opted for classic Grey Goose Martinis and local brews. Good recommendations for apps (the Reuben Eggrolls (fab!) and the healthier Mezze Platter) and beer by our cordial & efficient server, Sayre D, made for happy customers.After apps and beverages, we ordered the crispy Fish & Chips, the Shepherd's Pie, the Derby Burger--with Tots!-- and the standout Orange Chicken Sticky Rice Bowl. So the table all liked the Orange Chicken and the Blueberry BBQ-sauced Derby Burger with crispy bacon and tots, but the Fish & Chips Platter and the Shepherd's Pie missed the mark as they seemed to be lacking in flavor and pizzazz, compared to the rest of the menu. For the perfect ending some coffees and a shared decadent, gooey Cookie Skillet were ordered and enjoyed.The service staff, including the host, were on point for a busy Saturday night. The food was good and worthy of four stars. We'll be back to try some other recommendations (and ask for Sayre as our server). Use Open Table to reserve a spot on the heated, enclosed patio, or reserve an inside spot for your family party--- all sizes of parties will enjoy themselves. Enjoy the downtown Libertyville dining experience! Good to see O'Toole's are holding up.

Large selection of great craft beers on tap. Husband had Maine Beer Co's "Lunch" and I had Phase 3's Octoberfest. Delicious, and a really pleasant surprise to have such well-known local and hard to get nationally beers on tap. Also tried their deviled eggs (one regular, made with Boursin cheese, and one Bloody Mary with a splash of liquid Bloody Mary mix and bacon, served on a bed of fresh greens)...outstanding taste. Sat at the bar with a nice breeze blowing through the open doorways, and a very cool cocktail bar ambiance. Also had some of the nicest bartenders I've experienced since COVID. Will be back for sure, just wish they were closer!

On a summer day approaching fall, we had a lunch in O'Toole's enclosed patio.The menu is creative, taking the pub approach but with upscale tasting ambition.I had the burger with blue cheese and bacon. The toasted bread was better than the typical bun, the coleslaw was prepped creatively. But a burger? Yes, but on advice of the server, putting in a medium rare request brought a burger with the perfect pink.My companion had a pimento grilled cheese - again, carefully prepared, creative. She remarked at how good the simple fries were.

We've been to O'Toole's many times. Food, service and ambiance have always been good, however, our visit on February 2 was disappointing. Toole's, like other merchants, have decided it's alright to add a 3% charge to the bill for credit card usage. I find this practice to be nothing more than a money grab by the establishments that employ it. Credit card companies have always charged merchants a service fee, this is not a new charge. I assume most customers at O'Toole's use credit cards to pay their bills. I also assume that the fact that customers use credit cards has led to the growth of O'Toole's how well would they have done as a cash only business. I could choose not to frequent O'Toole's, which won't affect their business unless a large number of customers do likewise. My only recourse is to reduce the amount I tip the wait staff by 3%. The minimum wage for wait staff in Illinois is now $15.00/hour.