WhirlyBall, Vernon Hills

Catch the game and chow down on bar food at WhirlyBall in Vernon Hills. Catch the game at WhirlyBall, a local restaurant with TVs. Tots and tykes will be right at home at this bar with its kid-approved food and ambience.

During the bar's weekend rush, waiting in line is the name of the game (so avoid Friday and Saturday nights if you're looking for something quick).

Take the car and arrive promptly to dinner; parking is plentiful, so don't worry about setting aside time to search for a space.

A visit to WhirlyBall will set you back less than $30 per person, so you can make it a regular part of your schedule. Make WhirlyBall your new favorite place to watch the next big game.