MVP Sports Bar — Restaurant in Sycamore Township

Went on an evening where there was a major event in the downtown area so they were running on a limited menu. Apparently the rush they expected because of the event didn't happen because there were lots of open tables. The only area full was the rooftop. Anyway, decided to just have drinks and another couple joined us. At some point, I'm not sure when or why, as none of us had tabs over 10 or 15 dollars, but they came and asked for a credit card even though we weren't ready to leave. I complied and asked for another beer. After around 15 minutes no beer and no one brought my card back. Our server kept ignoring us so I waved down another. I asked for my beer and asked why my card wasn't returned. She apologized about the beer and ignored my request about the card. You can open a tab and run it on me without physically hanging on to my card, in this day and age of credit card and identity theft hanging on to my card really stresses me out. Finally got the beer, no explanation and a dirty look for daring to ask I guess. When myself and some of my companions were ready for another round we were pretty much ignored and waving someone down was just not happening. We finally settled up and left. I don't get the card policy but between that and the bad service when they weren't busy just makes me pretty certain we won't be returning. By the way in case you're wondering myself and my companions are all well dressed, 40 somethings who clearly aren't the type to go running out of an establishment without paying. I was the only male and all 3 women are very attractive and were well groomed and well dressed. No reason to fear us at all. Really not sure why this happened as I've never encountered treatment like this in lots of travels. I won't say don't go here but if you're looking to be paid attention to and treated like you matter, or even having your server stop by every five or ten minutes or so to check on you, you may want to try somewhere else. This place just really left a bad taste...

A rooftop deck with a bar, food, right in the middle of Downtown Sycamore in easy access to parks, museums and the movie theater? Awesome!

And indeed it is. It's a sports bar, for sure, but it doesn't carry that vibe. It carries more of the vibe of a gathering place, a place for friends old and new to come, share a meal and catch up with each other.

The appetizers here are great; I had the chips and salsa and they were very fresh, very good. The burgers are cooked right to order (another member of my party had one), and are very good. Drink service is fast and staff is attentive.

Prices are common for any sports bar type atmosphere; I would put it in the affordable range as our check for three people came out to a little under $30 and that included beer and food.

Be aware that when Sycamore is hosting big events, like Cruise Night or the car show, and Pumpkin Fest, they use a limited menu instead of their full one. This is great because it enables staff and guests to be served quickly and efficiently, and trust me, having had both, both menus are equally as good and many have said that their limited menu isn't just quick and easy stuff to cook, but it's the most popular dishes, so don't be afraid if you get their limited menu.

Big props for having FC Bayern München on their TV. It's rare to go to a place that willfully shows Bundesliga Football...

We are new to the area and recently visited this restaurant. We loved that the place a a roof top and wanted to enjoy the view that day. Upon arrival we noticed it wasn’t busy and decided to ask the employee if we could sit upstairs. Without hesitation she replied it was too windy, which it wasn’t and weather was very pleasant, hence the request to sit upstairs. I asked if it was closed and she simply said no but it’s too windy and you guys can’t sit inside. Not to my surprise she was our waitress and we decided to still stay anyways. Our party was of nine people and after asking if someone can traje our order the waitress came back, no introduction, no greeting and simply looked miserable. She had no interest in wanting to be friendly whatsoever. Just a blah attitude and made the atmosphere so unfriendly. Later another family came in and she was all happy smiling and converting with them all, well of course she knew them! Food was mediocre, however took a while to order and then arrive. Bathrooms need a major upgrade and deep cleaning which i think they have a back up sewer issue because it stunk after flushing! Will we be back, probably not and don’t think it would matter to them regardless, just wished i would have looked at the reviews prior to...