Serve & Swig @ Nutties — Restaurant in Lake Villa

If you’re a fan of volleyball or just looking for a fun, laid-back place to hang out with friends, this volleyball bar is the perfect spot! The outdoor sand courts are well-maintained, and there’s always a lively crowd ready for some friendly competition. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just playing for fun, the vibe here is welcoming to everyone.

The bar itself offers a great selection of drinks, from craft beers to refreshing cocktails, and the food menu has solid options. The staff is friendly and attentive, and even when it gets busy, they manage to keep the energy up and the service smooth.

What really makes this place special is the community feel. Regular tournaments, leagues, and open play nights create a social atmosphere, making it easy to meet new people and get involved in the action. The music adds to the upbeat, fun environment, and it’s a perfect place to chill after a few rounds of volleyball or just hang out even if you don’t play.

Whether you’re there to play, watch, or just grab a drink, this bar nails the mix of sports and socializing. Highly recommend for a...

I visited this restaurant with a couple of friends for lunch and unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. We all ordered the lunch special, but it took nearly 40 minutes for our meals to be served — and even then, they came out in takeout boxes rather than plated. The food was cold upon arrival; the fries were stale with a very small portion size (honestly, Chick-fil-A is far more generous), and the burger was cold and definitely not worth the $15 price tag. To make matters worse, within an hour of leaving, all of us experienced stomach aches. Overall, both the food quality and service left a lot to be desired. I would not recommend this location based on...

I'm biased in regards to Serve and Swig since my band plays there, but so be it. The bar has been transformed from old Nutties which was a little neighborhood watering hole to a excitingly new establishment. Serve and Swig not only offers top shelf bar service, but quite good appetizers and full meals while wude screen tv's display sporting events and maybe a couple of guitar players singing popular rock songs. The outdoors offer volleyball leagues and pickleball courts. There is always something fun happening at...