The Side Lot

Wauconda, IL · Cocktail Lounge · $$

Established in 2015, The Side Lot has become Wauconda's premier destination for craft cocktails and elevated casual dining.

Indulge in our diverse menu featuring delicious small plates, our renowned SmashBurgers, and thoughtfully curated pairing dinners. Experience the thrill of outdoor curling, and explore our calendar for exciting events throughout the year.

We are not taking reservations for tables during this time, with the exception of The Side Lot Experiences, tasting dinners, and ticketed events. All seating is first-come, first-served. Seating for Trivia begins at 7pm.

- Reservation
  The Side Lot Experience
  Step into the exhilarating and unpredictable world of "Phun" Phil Castello, The Side Lot's Sommelier &...
  Reservation for parties of 1 to 6
  
  Bar, Table
  Book now
- Reservation
  Father's Day Eve: A Side Lot Experience.
  Step into the exhilarating and unpredictable world of "Phun" Phil Castello, The Side Lot's Sommelier, ...
  Reservation for parties of 1 to 8
  
  Bar, Table
  Book now
- Event
  Cabernet Monet
  Cabernet Monet, an evening of painting and sipping.
  Monday, May 19 at 6:00pm.
  
  $35 includes your first...
  Monday, May 19, 2025
  6:00 PM
  Book now
- Event
  Dave Tamkin & Co. - May 31st
  Join us for a special Dave Tamkin & Co performance at The Side Lot on Saturday, May 31st!
  
  Singer/Son...
  Saturday, May 31, 2025
  8:00 PM
  Book now