Love this place... The food and service is amazing and the owners are as cool as it gets.... Well done. This is a great biker bar but equally welcoming to cagers as well...
(5)
Kevin D.
God, thank you for leading me here. Love this place! Beer selection? Rate it 5/5. Food? 5/5. Atmosphere? 6/5. Love it love it love it Gimme another Revolution and play some Animals on the jukebox!
(5)
Ann R.
We arrived about 9:30 pm and were quickly served. I was glad that dinner didn't end at 9:00 like so many other places. The Grouper was fabulous; crunchy crisp on the outside and mouth watering flakey inside. The creamy coleslaw is one of a kind! I'm very picky about my coleslaw. At first look I wasn't sure I would like it; almost seemed too creamy. I was wrong, it was terrific. I will definitely go back again.
(4)
Dirk S.
I was wary of the motorcycles out front, but I was wrong in thinking this was just another biker bar. This place has good food, great service and a collection of draft beers that can please most any beer drinker. I think I'll go there for lunch again today.
(5)
Brandon M.
Hinks has a mixed feeling of being a biker bar & a downtown bar, the truth lay's somewhere in the middle. I journeyed my way here on one afternoon on bike trip heading back home after parting ways. I wandered in and I like what I discovered. A classic look of a biker bar with a clean friendly feeling of a bar & grille (eat your heart out applebees) friendly customers who were chatty but not to chatty and bartender who knew his trade. I tried the BBQ pulled pork & it was awesome one of the best I had ever had. If I was a local this would be a weekly stop for me.
(5)
jim v.
Like this place, but stopped here this afternoon, sat for 15 minutes without a soul seen working. Pretty strange for a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Walked across the street, the competition was crawling with employees and customers. Must be a lesson there Hink's
(3)
Andy M.
A nice looking rural dive bar that looks cool from the outside to the inside. Not your typical corporate suburban bar but one within a downtown and really with a local close knit feel.
(3)
Mark S.
This bar rocks! They have bar food figured out to a T! I've been all over the world, and never found a better balance of simple tavern style flavors. Everything pops as well as, and sometimes better than, a more expensive and sophisticated stand alone restaurant. The staff are fast, friendly and warm. The ambiance is is a bit "biker" for my liking, but I've never felt unwelcome. The only drawback is the size of the room/available seating. That aside, give 'em a try for dinner, and I think you'll be glad you did.
(5)
Jim F.
The food has always been superb. We seem to have better luck with the service, during dinner though. we have had some sub par service during lunch visits. We usually have the same gentleman serving us in the evening, and he is top notch. The girls during the lunch hour, seem more concerned with their phones, than serving the customers.
(3)
Randi A.
I actually really love this bar. I was gonna say that there isn't anything special about this bar but that's not true. The food is great, service is top notch and the drinks are cold, affordable and mixed just right. The bathroom is always clean and the pear scented soap is the best. I may be there tonight having my Brittany Spears Dirty Martini
(4)
David S.
Get the coleslaw! Best slaw hands down.
(5)
Trisha W.
I love this bar! The food is always absolutely delicious, the bartenders are great and the atmosphere is just awesome. I feel at home here, and it is definitely my favorite bar in the area.
(5)
Joe H.
Love this place. It is a Biker Bar that is run with class. $2.25 for a PBR or Old Style Tall Boy Can! That is what I am talking about. It is hard to run a Bar now a days, but try and make it a little affordable with deals like this. I haven't ate any of the food yet, but I will give it a try sometime. I'm glad I found this place, I moved to Dekalb last Fall and hadn't found any cool Bars until I found this one.
(4)
Brent M.
Had lunch at my favorite spot in Sycamore today. The menu has changed a little. I had the chicken sandy with bacon and cheddar on a pretzel bun. Holy S--t! out of this world. I would have to say that Hinks is know for being a biker bar. I am not a Harley guy at all and feel very comfortable bringing my young kids in this place. It was very kewl people watching today. We saw bikers guys and chicks as well as very dressed up conservative ladies having lunch. I am very impressed with the quality of the food here. If you haven't tried Hinks, you are missing out.
(5)
E N.
Lots of fun, good bar food, and root beer on tap! Crazy for a biker bar! They have great customer service and the owner makes you feel like a long time customer!
(4)
Derek G.
If you have never had a shot of Malort, buy 2, one for you, one for Paulie the bartender. Do it.
(4)
Adrian W.
In downtown Sycamore, there's only two choices to get your sauce on: MVP or this lovely joint. This is the 'biker' bar in town. You will see the gruff guys coming in with leather on, though I have not on Friday. I saw empty barstools. And tables. With only a handful of people there, we sat at the bar and I had asked for a 'surprise' - I get a Fat Tire placed in front of me with a wink and a line of 'I think this is more up your alley.' For 3 bucks, I'll let most be in my alley. In this well lit bar, you'll see decor that ranges from the standard Harley gear to the antique cabinets with Gram's china in it. Drinks are pretty cheap and pack a punch. The gin and soda water was way more gin than anything else. They also have Apple Pie Shots - a concoction of apple juice, vodka, real cinnamon, everclear and apple vodka. They brew this by the 50 gallon tubs in the morning since it takes four hours to make. For 3 bucks, it's quite the bargain though I didn't have it. I was stuck driving since I had the taxi hat on. The Grill closes at 10. This place is also well known for their Fried Ravioli. Play some Danzig on the internet juke box and you may get yourself a new friend at the end of the bar ('Killer Wolf' preferred) or even a new dance partner.
(4)
Susan P.
Great atmosphere and a friendly environment however they serve expired beer that tasted horrible. It was 2 months expired and instead of taking care of it I was told "everyone else is drinking it" i would never go there again for a cold beer. Next time I will walk across the street to the other bar.
(2)
Nicole M.
My fiance and I really like this bar. It's got a real hometown feel to it. The owner and the bartenders all provide great service to customers. We eat here often and the food is delicious as well. We love country music and this is one of the only bars that we can go and hear some good country music in Sycamore.
(5)
Alexandra C.
I really like Hink's, and for downtown Sycamore it's a pretty good option. The food at Hink's is really great too. Long before I was legal, my family would order take-out and it's probably among the best in town. The owner is really friendly too, and it's a nice place to stop in for a drink with friends.
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Noise Level : Average Music : DJ, Juke Box Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : No Best Nights : Fri, Sat, Sun Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : No Has TV : Yes
Dean A.
Love this place... The food and service is amazing and the owners are as cool as it gets.... Well done. This is a great biker bar but equally welcoming to cagers as well...
(5)Kevin D.
God, thank you for leading me here. Love this place! Beer selection? Rate it 5/5. Food? 5/5. Atmosphere? 6/5. Love it love it love it Gimme another Revolution and play some Animals on the jukebox!
(5)Ann R.
We arrived about 9:30 pm and were quickly served. I was glad that dinner didn't end at 9:00 like so many other places. The Grouper was fabulous; crunchy crisp on the outside and mouth watering flakey inside. The creamy coleslaw is one of a kind! I'm very picky about my coleslaw. At first look I wasn't sure I would like it; almost seemed too creamy. I was wrong, it was terrific. I will definitely go back again.
(4)Dirk S.
I was wary of the motorcycles out front, but I was wrong in thinking this was just another biker bar. This place has good food, great service and a collection of draft beers that can please most any beer drinker. I think I'll go there for lunch again today.
(5)Brandon M.
Hinks has a mixed feeling of being a biker bar & a downtown bar, the truth lay's somewhere in the middle. I journeyed my way here on one afternoon on bike trip heading back home after parting ways. I wandered in and I like what I discovered. A classic look of a biker bar with a clean friendly feeling of a bar & grille (eat your heart out applebees) friendly customers who were chatty but not to chatty and bartender who knew his trade. I tried the BBQ pulled pork & it was awesome one of the best I had ever had. If I was a local this would be a weekly stop for me.
(5)jim v.
Like this place, but stopped here this afternoon, sat for 15 minutes without a soul seen working. Pretty strange for a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Walked across the street, the competition was crawling with employees and customers. Must be a lesson there Hink's
(3)Andy M.
A nice looking rural dive bar that looks cool from the outside to the inside. Not your typical corporate suburban bar but one within a downtown and really with a local close knit feel.
(3)Mark S.
This bar rocks! They have bar food figured out to a T! I've been all over the world, and never found a better balance of simple tavern style flavors. Everything pops as well as, and sometimes better than, a more expensive and sophisticated stand alone restaurant. The staff are fast, friendly and warm. The ambiance is is a bit "biker" for my liking, but I've never felt unwelcome. The only drawback is the size of the room/available seating. That aside, give 'em a try for dinner, and I think you'll be glad you did.
(5)Jim F.
The food has always been superb. We seem to have better luck with the service, during dinner though. we have had some sub par service during lunch visits. We usually have the same gentleman serving us in the evening, and he is top notch. The girls during the lunch hour, seem more concerned with their phones, than serving the customers.
(3)Randi A.
I actually really love this bar. I was gonna say that there isn't anything special about this bar but that's not true. The food is great, service is top notch and the drinks are cold, affordable and mixed just right. The bathroom is always clean and the pear scented soap is the best. I may be there tonight having my Brittany Spears Dirty Martini
(4)David S.
Get the coleslaw! Best slaw hands down.
(5)Trisha W.
I love this bar! The food is always absolutely delicious, the bartenders are great and the atmosphere is just awesome. I feel at home here, and it is definitely my favorite bar in the area.
(5)Joe H.
Love this place. It is a Biker Bar that is run with class. $2.25 for a PBR or Old Style Tall Boy Can! That is what I am talking about. It is hard to run a Bar now a days, but try and make it a little affordable with deals like this. I haven't ate any of the food yet, but I will give it a try sometime. I'm glad I found this place, I moved to Dekalb last Fall and hadn't found any cool Bars until I found this one.
(4)Brent M.
Had lunch at my favorite spot in Sycamore today. The menu has changed a little. I had the chicken sandy with bacon and cheddar on a pretzel bun. Holy S--t! out of this world. I would have to say that Hinks is know for being a biker bar. I am not a Harley guy at all and feel very comfortable bringing my young kids in this place. It was very kewl people watching today. We saw bikers guys and chicks as well as very dressed up conservative ladies having lunch. I am very impressed with the quality of the food here. If you haven't tried Hinks, you are missing out.
(5)E N.
Lots of fun, good bar food, and root beer on tap! Crazy for a biker bar! They have great customer service and the owner makes you feel like a long time customer!
(4)Derek G.
If you have never had a shot of Malort, buy 2, one for you, one for Paulie the bartender. Do it.
(4)Adrian W.
In downtown Sycamore, there's only two choices to get your sauce on: MVP or this lovely joint. This is the 'biker' bar in town. You will see the gruff guys coming in with leather on, though I have not on Friday. I saw empty barstools. And tables. With only a handful of people there, we sat at the bar and I had asked for a 'surprise' - I get a Fat Tire placed in front of me with a wink and a line of 'I think this is more up your alley.' For 3 bucks, I'll let most be in my alley. In this well lit bar, you'll see decor that ranges from the standard Harley gear to the antique cabinets with Gram's china in it. Drinks are pretty cheap and pack a punch. The gin and soda water was way more gin than anything else. They also have Apple Pie Shots - a concoction of apple juice, vodka, real cinnamon, everclear and apple vodka. They brew this by the 50 gallon tubs in the morning since it takes four hours to make. For 3 bucks, it's quite the bargain though I didn't have it. I was stuck driving since I had the taxi hat on. The Grill closes at 10. This place is also well known for their Fried Ravioli. Play some Danzig on the internet juke box and you may get yourself a new friend at the end of the bar ('Killer Wolf' preferred) or even a new dance partner.
(4)Susan P.
Great atmosphere and a friendly environment however they serve expired beer that tasted horrible. It was 2 months expired and instead of taking care of it I was told "everyone else is drinking it" i would never go there again for a cold beer. Next time I will walk across the street to the other bar.
(2)Nicole M.
My fiance and I really like this bar. It's got a real hometown feel to it. The owner and the bartenders all provide great service to customers. We eat here often and the food is delicious as well. We love country music and this is one of the only bars that we can go and hear some good country music in Sycamore.
(5)Alexandra C.
I really like Hink's, and for downtown Sycamore it's a pretty good option. The food at Hink's is really great too. Long before I was legal, my family would order take-out and it's probably among the best in town. The owner is really friendly too, and it's a nice place to stop in for a drink with friends.
(4)