## General Business Overview
Anthony’s Restaurant & Pub is a lively bar and grill destination in Joliet combining family dining with vibrant nightlife options. The establishment features distinct atmospheres with a family-friendly restaurant area in front and a more energetic bar scene in back. Known for their extensive daily food and drink specials running from 11 AM to 10 PM, Anthony’s offers everything from discounted appetizers to specialty pasta nights. Regular patrons appreciate their reasonably priced drinks, diverse weekend crowd, and weekly entertainment options including trivia contests, bar bingo, and DJ nights.
## Where They Excel
– Anthony’s excels at creating a versatile dining experience with separate zones that cater to different preferences, offering what one regular describes as a “family/restaurant feel in the front & a more bar scene in the back.”
– Their extensive weekly entertainment calendar provides consistent value with organized events like Tuesday Trivia (offering cash prizes up to $100), Wednesday Bar Bingo with progressive jackpots, and multiple DJ nights featuring different music styles including Top 40, EDM, and pop classics.
– The restaurant is a premier sports viewing destination, hosting official UFC and boxing watch parties, making it a gathering spot for fight fans.
## Amenities
– Daily food and drink specials (dine-in only)
– Domestic bucket specials ($15) available every day
– Military appreciation discount (10% off for active and veterans)
– Weekly entertainment including trivia, bingo, and DJ nights
– Late-night hours (open until 2 AM Sunday-Thursday, 3 AM Friday-Saturday)
– Sports viewing with UFC and boxing watch parties
– Diverse menu featuring bar food, pasta dishes, burgers, and seafood options
– Separate dining room and bar areas with different atmospheres
– Half-price appetizers on Sundays during football season
– Varied drink options including craft beers, seltzers, cocktails, and wine specials
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