The Bar At This Tropical Restaurant In Illinois Is A Gigantic Aquarium You Must See To Believe

There's a little-known dive bar in Ottawa that is all about atmosphere. Featuring a giant fish tank bar, this restaurant offers a memorable experience you'll want to brag about to all your friends.

Great food and unique decor bring this place to life. Scroll on to check it out.

A'Lure Aquarium Bar is an amazing downtown eatery that has been in business since 2015. It is a sister restaurant to MJ's Pub & Grill in nearby Oglesby.

The most intriguing thing about this place is the fish tank bar. When you enjoy your drink or meal at the bar, you'll get to watch fish swim below.

This bar is truly unique and is a popular place to sit for many who stop by. You'll likely meet other aquarium lovers here.

Other seating includes an outdoor patio that is absolutely charming. It'll whisk you away to a paradise of nature and serenity.

Open for lunch and dinner, A'Lure makes all its dishes to order and uses the freshest ingredients around. Nothing beats a homemade meal.

Menu items include sandwiches like burgers, tenderloins, and horseshoes as well as salads, wraps, pasta, seafood, and much more. No matter your taste, you'll find something to cure your cravings here.

Especially if you are craving some delicious drinks, this aquarium bar has you covered. Enjoy an array of colorful cocktails and an extensive list of wines.

You'll never find a dining experience quite like this. The giant fish tank bar at this restaurant is worth the trip from any part of the state to check out.

This amazing joint is open daily, most nights until 2 a.m. (3 a.m. on Sundays!). On Monday and Tuesday, it opens at 4 p.m., but otherwise, it is open at 11 a.m.

A'Lure Aquarium Bar is located at 213 W Madison St., Ottawa, IL 61350, and you can learn more on its website or Facebook page. Have you ever had a drink at this fish tank bar? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

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