Location: Chicago Heights
Top Things to do in Chicago Heights
10 Things to Do in Chicago Heights That You Shouldn't Miss
Chicago Heights is a city in Cook County, Illinois, United States. The population was 30,276 at the 2010 census. In earlier years, Chicago Heights was nicknamed "The Crossroads of the Nation". Currently, it is nicknamed "The Heights".
Restaurants in Chicago Heights
1. Ryan Round Barn
Overall Ratings
5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Kris R - Mapleton, Illinois
Our Camping Club recently visited the Ryan Round Barn in Kewanee, Illinois. It was constructed by Dr. Laurence Ryan in 1910 for his Black Angus cattle, imported from Scotland. Dr. Ryan was born in the 1860's and enjoyed a reputation as an international brain surgeon and also was a pioneer in plastic surgery. The barn was completed in 1910 at a cost of $9600 and is a true round barn. It is 85-feet in diameter and 90-foot high to the cupola. The horizontal siding is made of pine and was said to have been soaked overnight in a nearby pond in order to be made pliable enough to bend onto the convex exterior wall. The loft is capable of holding 250 tons of loose hay. Today the barn houses a large display of antique machinery and other artifacts of farm days past. The barn was placed on the National Registry of Historic Places on December 31, 1974. Our group thoroughly enjoyed this tour and would highly recommend it to others. The admission was $2-3 per person.
2. Marcus Chicago Heights Cinema
Overall Ratings
4 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Ken F - Flossmoor, Illinois
The new seats allow for reserved seats. That can be done online. That can be done at the kiosk. That can also be selected when you get to the door of the theater on a panel showing which seats are occupied and which are unoccupied by reservation.
3. Evil Horse Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
High Quality Craft Brewer featuring a variety of "true-to-style" craft beers including IPA, APA, American Wheat, Porter, Irish Stout, Belgian Saison, Hefeweizen, Best Bitter, Seasonals and more. Located in the historic Seggebruch Building in downtown Crete, Illinois (located approximately 20 miles south of Chicago and 5 miles west of Northwest Indiana). Beautifully remodeled and comfortable Tasting Room.
Reviewed By PMSchloss
October 1, 2016. Crete, Illinois.
Crete was my hometown until 1974, which means that upon my departure I became an "exCretion". (Bad Pete!)
We have stopped for a brief visit with my Mother as we make the final miles to Kansas City. In my youth the Crete Lanes and Lounge was a popular venue at the town's main intersection. The last few years were not kind to the "Lanes" and its doors eventually closed. Fast forward to 2016 and a new marque has made its appearance in place of the bowling alley. Evil Horse Brewing is one of the thousands of micro-breweries that have sprouted in the last decade, like wildflowers across the American landscape. However, Evil Horse presents a remarkably extensive array of beers, representing a broad spectrum of the brewer's art. What is more, is that they are ALL well done and true to style... which in my experience is both noteworthy and rare.
In a nod to local tradition, Evil Horse has incorporated the old Crete Lanes neon sign into its upscale decor, and even repurposed the bowling lanes into the bar and table tops. A retired train track does duty as a footrest for those enjoying the "beerscape" from the bar. Assistant Manager, Alison, was knowledgable and a delight.
If there is a tear for the passing of the "Lanes", then raise a toast and a cheer with the damn fine beer crafted here in Crete Illinois, the hometown of my youth.
Peace! Pete
4. Ravisloe Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Ravisloe Golf Club is a public facility and ranked by Golfweek as the #1 Classic & #11 Overall Public Course in all of Illinois. Designed by famed course architect Donald Ross, Ravisloe prides itself on its beautifully manicured course with rolling mounds, deep bunkers and challenging greens.
Reviewed By dudley010 - Poplarville, Mississippi
Lovely grounds, Good meeting, special event and wedding spaces. Very efficient staff. Large groups can be comfortably accommodated on beautiful outside patio with very large adjacent indoor facilities on either side. Pro shop well equipped. Close to Metro and La Banque Hotel which will provide complimentary shuttle service. The food in the 19th hole is very good too.
5. Community Veterans Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
Community Veterans Memorial is a 6.5 acre park featuring bronze and granite sculptures, and life-size monuments to depict the major military conflicts that shaped the 20th Century. The memorial imparts a reflective and provocative vision for peace. From the trenches of World War I through the Pacific beaches and European battles of World War II, the extreme weather and combat conditions of Korea, the rugged brutal fire fights of Vietnam, and the sandy sea of Desert Storm, the memorial pays the highest tribute to all veterans. A commemorative brick pathway leads visitors on their journey through history. Individuals and groups are invited to take self-guided tours in which several stations provide pre-recorded information about the defining wars of the 20th Century. Guided tours are also available.
Reviewed By Tikilounge_SEA - New York City, New York
This should be visited by every veteran who passes through Northwest Indiana, preferably with family/friends as it can be overwhelming. A forgone conclusion is a visit to VFW Post 6448 in Dyer or American Legion Post 697 in Lansing but we managed to try a third option hidden in the industrial park behind the memorial (Three Floyds Brewery) and the entire staff made us feel more welcome than previously thought possible.
6. Gayety's Chocolates & Ice Cream Co.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By ktjmitchell - Frankfort, Illinois
Ok, the shakes with the homemade whipped cream and cookies are KILLER, the candies are superb, and the atmosphere is quaint. Like many, I was introduced to the deliciousness of Gayety's by my mom at the former location on Commercial Avenue in Chicago (any one else a bit intimidated by old man Papageorge behind the register with his gigantic cigar?). Since then the establishment has been going strong under the guidance of his nephew Lee and then Jim (Lee's son). NOT the place to go if you are watching your caloric intake but sooooo worth the occasional splurge!
7. Shrine of the Christ's Passion
Overall Ratings
5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By Caryn K - Las Vegas, Nevada
Imagine the opportunity of sitting with Jesus at the last supper table. The apostles have not yet arrived, so it's just you and Jesus. Or how about being witness to Pontius Pilate looking down on Jesus and he turns and asks you, what do you say? Do you want to set him free or do you say crucify him? That's what you get when you go to St John's Indiana to see the shrine of Christ's passion. You're actually put in these situations and it can have a profound effect on you. I hope all Christians take the time to walk the different stations.
8. Vino Tini Cocktail Lounge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By tagent22 - Saint John, Indiana
Cute place, lots of martini's to choose from. So glad smoking is not allowed, much better now. The owners are great and the staff very friendly.
9. Escape Room NWI
Overall Ratings
5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Misty D
My husband and I are avid game room enthusiasts. We were making a trip to Chicago and wanted to hit a few on our way. We decided on this one as one of our stops. It was noon and I was in the process of booking the 1:30 room. I didn't put "2" people accidentally so I went back to fix it and the game was gone. I reset, exited and reentered....nothing. it was gone. So my husband called and they asked how many people....he said 2. They informed him that it takes their employees that amount of time to get there when a room is booked. I find it difficult to believe 5 mitues would have made a huge difference. Out of the dozens of rooms we have been to, never have we ran across this type of scenerio. My advice would be to book way in advance to ensure someone can make it there to run the game for you.
10. Tin Ceiling Tavern
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Brooke K - Homewood, Illinois
friendly staff and laid back atmosphere with historical vaulted tin ceiling. great burgers and tasty limited bar food menu. decent prices; some craft beer on tap, several more in bottle. pool, popcorn machine, good jukebox. great time every other Saturday night for Matt Bailey's Open Mic from 9 p.m. - close. (check mgbailey.com for dates).
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