Welcome to JL's Pizza & Sports Bar
At JL's Pizza & Sports Bar, the love for sports and exceptional food intertwines beautifully in a vibrant atmosphere. Located in Palatine, Illinois, this casual eatery excels in delivering delicious pizza, juicy chicken wings, and plenty of vegetarian options, ensuring there's something for everyone. With a full bar, outdoor seating, and amenities like pool tables and a juke box, JL's transforms dining into a lively experience. Perfect for late-night outings or family gatherings, it boasts happy hour specials and kid-friendly options. Whether you dine in or opt for takeout, every visit is a celebration of flavor and fun!
- 19 N Bothwell St Palatine, IL 60067 United States Hotline: (847) 202-9069
Welcome to JL's Pizza & Sports Bar, the ultimate destination for food enthusiasts and sports aficionados in Palatine, IL. Located at 19 N Bothwell St, this vibrant establishment offers an exceptional blend of mouthwatering pizza, crispy chicken wings, and a lively sports atmosphere that will keep you coming back for more.
At JL's, food is not just a way to fuel your game day; it’s an experience. The menu is a treasure trove of delicious options, featuring everything from classic pepperoni pizza to innovative vegetarian choices. The chicken wings are a must-try—marinated to perfection and available in a variety of flavors that cater to every palate. Whether you’re a fiery buffalo lover or prefer something more subtle, there’s no shortage of options to satisfy your cravings.
This sports bar is designed with your comfort in mind. With an outdoor seating area and a casual, welcoming ambiance, it’s perfect for gathering with friends or family. The atmosphere is lively, with moderate noise levels that make it ideal for conversation while allowing you to enjoy the excitement of the games on multiple TVs.
- Accessibility: JL's Pizza & Sports Bar is wheelchair accessible and offers ample seating for groups and families, making it a great choice for dinner or late-night outings.
- Catering and Special Events: Need to host a gathering? JL's provides catering services that are perfect for parties, celebrations, or casual get-togethers.
- Happy Hour Specials: Visit on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday to take advantage of happy hour specials that make enjoying your favorite dishes even more pleasurable.
- Entertainment: Engage in a game of pool and enjoy the jukebox, or dance the night away as you cheer for your team.
JL's Pizza & Sports Bar not only serves food, but it also serves a sense of community. Families and friends gather here to bond over sports, great food, and unforgettable memories. With a full bar to complement your meal and options for both takeout and delivery, there’s no excuse not to indulge in their delectable offerings.
If you're planning a visit, feel free to call (847) 202-9069 to make reservations or inquire about the menu. With its captivating vibe and delicious food, JL's Pizza & Sports Bar is a celebration of flavors and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience this culinary gem in the heart of Palatine!

This has become our new dinner stop before heading out to Wolves games on Saturday nights. Usually pretty busy, but always find a table. The thin crust pizza is great, and my son gives the chicken tenders and fries a big thumbs up. They have a good daily beer special and the service has been great. Loads of TVs in the place to catch sporting events.

Fun bar with great pizza but what put it over the top and made a great place a great memory was Kaley. Fun never missed a detail as was available. Five stars and hope she's there every time we return

My food was piping hot and although the chicken Parmesan was tasty there could have been more sauce.

We always have them deliver, and once again they hit it out of the park! I ordered the Patty melt w/ onion rings and this was excellent, thanks again.

This is the kind of spot you go to on a weekday night. Yes you might have work the next morning but fuck it, the blackhawks are playing. This is your classic neighborhood sports bar. The beer is cheap, there's lots of TVs, staff are friendly, and lowkey... the pizza is good. They do a really good thin crust, square cut, proper Chicago style pizza. We had the Alfredo and Buffalo chicken pizzas. Thank god their pizza is good because with how bad the Bears are doing, we need something to rejoice over. This crust holds up better than their offensive line.

Local Palatine favorite with a robust menu. Big fan of the pizza, wings, shrimp, fries and many more. Great everyday drink and food specials on the menu include $4 24 oz domestic cans. Hard working staff that are great with kids! Our kids love the minestrone soup! Lots of TV and great for sports!

This is in response to one of the most ridiculous reviews I've ever seen about JLs being a communist establishment. Rachel, Dave and the staff there are wonderful individuals. The food is great and reasonably priced. Many of the staff have become friends to me, my wife and my daughter over the last 6 years we have patronized JLs. If you want a family-friendly restaurant/sports bar in Palatine, I could not recommend JLs more. Please ignore comments that incorrectly besmirch this wonderful establishment.

Found this place when looking for a casual good pizza place, and it was everything I was looking for. They have tv's all over the place so you can watch any sports all around you. There is a large bar for those who want to hang out. A lot of tables, both high top and low. This is a great place to go with family or friends. The service was good, but they can use one more person for when it peaks at dinner. Their prices and food can't be matched, especially their daily and lunch specials. We started off with the sampler plate. It came with mozzarella sticks, toasted cheese ravioli, mushrooms, poppers, mac & cheese balls, and fried pickles. They only gave ranch dipping sauce, though, and needed to also have marinara sauce. We each got our own entrees. Pretzel bites, which were just Pretzels sticks microwaved and cut up. Calzone, that had a perfectly thin crust so it wasn't to doughy and was big enough for 2-3 people. The fish sandwich special, which was an amazing deal and will get again. Finally a thin crust pizza and it was not the best, but good. At the time of writing this, they also have $4 24oz Miller/Coors cans daily. We will definitely be coming back here. This is a solid place and has something for everyone and just a good fun place to be.