The Great Debate

08/14/2026

Looking for something different for dinner! This weeks features are super fun!

08/12/2026

08/05/2026

Life gets busy. Sometimes the best plans are the simplest ones.

A date night over craft cocktails. A glass of wine with friends. Lunch with coworkers. An evening catching up with someone you haven't seen in a while.

Whatever brings you together, we'll take care of the rest.

Fresh food made to order. Thoughtfully crafted cocktails. A historic atmosphere that's perfect for slowing down.

Open Tuesday–Saturday at 11:00 AM.

08/05/2026

🍷 WINE WEDNESDAY 🍷

$2 OFF all House Wines by the Glass

Every Wednesday is a great day to discover something new. Check out our weekly featured wines and find your next favorite pour.

Great conversation. Great food. Great wine.

The Great Debate Bar & Restaurant
Where every glass starts a conversation.

08/03/2026

Some of life's best conversations happen around a table.

A first date.
A weekly dinner with your partner.
Wine night with the girls.
A celebration with friends.
Or just an excuse to get out of the house.

Pull up a chair, order something you'll remember, and stay awhile.

The Great Debate
📍 1 E. Spring Street • Freeport
🕚 Open Tuesday–Saturday at 11:00 AM

08/01/2026

A glass of wine and bread and butter?

07/29/2026

🍉 Summer on a Plate 🍉

Simple ingredients. Big flavor.

Our Watermelon & Goat Cheese Appetizer is back with everything we love about the season.

🍉 Fresh local Crimson Sweet watermelon
🧀 Creamy goat cheese
🌿 Fresh basil & mint
✨ Finished with a balsamic glaze

Sweet, savory, fresh, and incredibly refreshing—it's the perfect way to start your meal or pair with your favorite summer cocktail.

Available for a limited time at The Great Debate.

📍 1 E. Spring Street, Freeport, IL
Open Tuesday–Saturday at 11 AM.