Either one would be nice, steak or italian food. Or an italian steakhouse? Its nice that the new owners are committing to Grayslake when a lot of other business owners are being driven out by high taxes etc.

We've seen Pat's and Mitch's and Last Chance close while new viable businesses have stepped in like The Vine, Bulldogs and Emil's. Downtown Grayslake can support multiple restaurants.

Lets just hope the trend of investing continues. I would love to see someone like the owner of Rio Tequilla Bar step in and make Abel's fresh. I also think Charlies could be converted as well. Keep it up Grayslake!

What would you convert Charlie's into? I think the old time bar and atmosphere is what makes it unique. The owners do a fantastic job and it is more like a "Cheers" atmosphere which is nice.

It should be noted that before "Ace" Wilkins took over and named the bar the "The Last Chance" it was for years "Sheen's Tap" it wasn't fancy but it was the main Watering Hole in town.

Brad, you are correct. The reason Mitch's closed was not due to the taxes, it was due to the lack of buisness, the owners tried, but just could not keep the same atmosphere from when the previous owners had it. Just could not compete with Emils and Bulldogs.. Pat's had the same issue, also he had been trying to sell the buisness for many years and decided to just close. He also had a hard time keeping up with Bills & Emils. His service declined and quality declined over the years and it was just not the same. The Chance was no better as far a service and also has been on the market for at least 2 years. I am glad to see the Emil's family purchase it. Hope to see either one or both. A quality family owened restraunt with good food and prices will be a nice addition to Grayslake. It is nice to see downtown Grayslake packed every night of the week.

Catalina, I think you are right too, leave Charlies alone, although I do not patranize the bar, I do think it does a good buisness, and has a loyal following.
Craig, Sheen's Tap, wow, I have not heard that name before. Good Info !

I agree. Charlies is perfect just the way it is. If it's not broken don't fix it. As far as the Chance, I would love to see it turned into a nice steakhouse- on the level of Jimmys Charhouse for example. We dont have a big selection of restaurants to choose from in Grayslake and I would rather eat local then have to drive at least 10 or 15 minutes for a good meal.

I will have to go back to Charlie's but my initial idea would be to make it an Italian restaurant.

The outdoor courtyard is perfect and the indoor area is ample for the winter months plus the bar area can handle waiting patrons or those on a liquid diet.

Actually it could even be like a Grayslake version of Tavern.

Lots of businesses are capable of sustaining but I'm thinking of businesses that are capable of thriving and moving forward with our small town.

I will look forward to your visit! I miss Hammer (and you too). Thanks for the good words you wrote about Charlie's. It truly means alot.

Charlies AKA "CHUCKS" . Get your drink on and your social "networking" fix today!