The Bear's Den

This is local staple of the small village of Naplate just outside Ottawa Illinois; Check the foot ball schedule becasue if the bears are playing this place is standing room only.

The out side isn't much to look at, but once you walk in you know you found something special, a decent selection of beers on tap and a full bar, the absolute best part about this place is that if the door is open the grill is on! The icon of this establishment is the sausage burger 1/2 lbs of sausage served up as a burger, I prefer to top mine off with pepper jack cheese as the sausage has a bit of spice to it.

The restaurant it self is up a few stairs so keep that in mind when bringing anyone who might have a disability. I have never had a bad draft beer out here however I can not say the same for the fountain drinks which turn out to be flat more often than not, due to that I am unable to deliver a 5 star review.

Great burgers, fantastic Garlic Chicken sandwich. Huge portions with chips. A bit better than standard bar food.

The tap is cold, though they were out of Coors that day...But I like the hidden nature of this bar. A beer garden in back. Jukebox.

Just remember to bring your cash! The ATM has a $3 charge.