Stanchion Pub

08/27/2026

As summer fades into fall, treat yourself to our new Featured Drink: the Blueberry Cobbler Bourbon Smash! 🫐🥃
Crafted with rich bourbon, blueberry simple syrup, fresh lemon, maple syrup, and bitters—it’s the perfect blend of late-summer sweetness and cozy autumn warmth. Come sip one for just $10 all August & September!

08/27/2026

Boops, pup cups, and patio breezes. What more could you ask for on a beautiful day like today?
(Seriously, I don’t know). 🐶☕️✨

08/27/2026

Tumble out of bed, stumble to the kitchen... or better yet, skip the kitchen entirely and crank up the Dolly! 🎶
In honor of the legendary Dolly Parton, we’re taking a page out of her book and clocking out early. Chef Colin is putting in overtime this week so you don’t have to—from savory bites and cozy comfort bowls to a sweet grand finale, your entire order is already sorted.
Rest in peace to the Queen of Country. Now clock out, grab your crew, and come get your fill at the Stanchion Pub! 🍽️✨

08/26/2026

Taco Takedown Update!
We’ve made the tough decision to postpone this year’s Taco Takedown until next year due to lower-than-expected participation. We want more tacos!
While we’re disappointed we won’t be crowning a taco champion this year, we’re grateful for everyone who showed interest and support. Thank you!
But that doesn’t mean you have to wait for tacos... this Sunday, we encourage you to visit your favorite local taco vendor, grab some tacos and margaritas, and show them some love. 🌮🍹 ❤️
And mark your calendars—we’ll be back and ready to take down some tacos next year! 🎉
📅 Save the Date: August 1, 2027

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08/20/2026

🌮 RESTAURANTS OF McHENRY COUNTY… THIS IS YOUR CALLING. 🌮
Think your tacos are the best in the county?
Now’s your chance to prove it.
🌮 THE McHENRY COUNTY TACO TAKEDOWN 🌮
📅 August 30 | 1–4 PM
📍 Starline Factory
We’re calling on restaurants, chefs, food trucks, and taco slingers from all across McHenry County to bring your best taco and battle it out for the title of:
🏆 TACO CHAMPION OF McHENRY COUNTY
But the bragging rights aren’t the only reason to join the fight…
🔥 EXPOSURE — Get your food in front of a crowd of hungry taco lovers AND fellow food fans from across the county.
🔥 COMPETE FOR THE TITLE — Let the people decide whose taco reigns supreme.
🔥 THE TOP 10 GET ANOTHER SHOT AT THE SPOTLIGHT — The 10 highest-rated taco contenders will be featured on a year-long Taco Trail with Naturally McHenry County, Illinois, giving your restaurant continued exposure well beyond the event.
🔥 BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER — This isn’t just a taco event. It’s a county-wide celebration of the restaurants and food makers that make McHenry County delicious.
So… who’s got the taco that can take down the competition? 🌮💥
Tag your favorite taco joint. Tag a chef who needs to enter. Tag the restaurant that thinks they’ve already got the best taco in the county.
Think you’ve got what it takes? SIGN UP.
https://2026TacoTakedownVendors.eventbrite.com

08/19/2026

Chef Colin’s weekly picks are in, and your lunch plans just made themselves! 🙌🏼 Head over to the Stanchion Pub to check out this week’s lineup.

08/13/2026

Tonight’s Paws on the Patio is postponed due to the rain. We hate disappointing the pups, but dry paws come first! 🐶
See you next week!