We stopped in for a couple of beers because we love the atmosphere -- and it's within walking…read moredistance of our home! The bartender was very friendly and welcoming. We tried the slider special: 8 cheeseburger sliders served on a bed of French fries. Wow! They were delicious and an incredible value. Definitely a place we'll keep coming back to every time we are in Algonquin

Cattleman's is the kind of place that proudly leans into its dive-bar charm. The atmosphere is…read morecasual, a little rough around the edges, and exactly what you want when you're in the mood for a laid-back meal and a cold drink. The food is good, hearty, and satisfying -- the kind of straightforward comfort fare that fits the setting perfectly. It may not be polished, but that's part of the appeal. A fun, no-frills spot that delivers a good time along with the meal

I stopped by while during trivia night at the pub and found the food cart. How was the burger,…read morelet's find out: Ambience This is hard to comment since this was a food truck and seating was mostly at a bar. Service The guys were really nice guys. The food was cooked to order and did not take long. Food I got the onion smashed burger. I thought it was delicious with charred onions smashed into the burger and cheese. I did not use any ketchup for the burger because it was very well seasoned and juicy. Tater bombs These were a tarot tot on steroids. It came with what looked like a some sort of ketchup/mayo concoction. Basically a fried loaded potato is a shape of a big beefy tater tot. It had bits of bacon and cheese in it. It had a nice crunch and fluffiness to the inside. Though you get six of these tasty potatoes, there are substantially enough for a side (and to some a perfect snack). Overall Definitely visit smashd burger. It is a family and veteran owned burger place that serves great burgers and fun sides. I think I have to go back and try the bacon jam... I mean... it's bacon jam...

We hit their food truck while at Scorched Earth Brewery, and loved the food! The smash burgers were…read moredelicious, and the rosemary salted fries were outstanding! Service was quick. A bit expensive, which kept them from a 5-star review. We will certainly enjoy them again. Recommended!

This place has some of the best hamburgers in McHenry County! I've never been disappointed with…read moreeither the food or the service. I had the Kaboom Burger with cheddar cheese and crispy onion straws, seasoned with a great spicy kick--absolutely delicious. They also have a great drink selection whether you're in the mood for craft beer, cocktails, or soda. The seating is comfortable, and the outdoor patio is a great touch with plenty of extra space.

Something has changed and not for the better. Fish fry last…read moreFriday left me disappointed. Hadn't been in for a few years They used to have most delectable cod, what I received was curled up, tasteless, and dry. Almost like perch, sans bones. The sides were amazing, delicious coleslaw. Service and atmosphere, outstanding. Hope they go back to what used to be.

Good quality tasty burgers. Great service…read more Alhumdulilah all the food was cooked to perfection and tasted delicious. Would definitely visit again. Highly recommended!

So confused. Walked in here expecting to find a restaurant was in the mood for a good burger and a…read morekabob. NO such luck. Its a nice little market featuring imported foods from the subslcontinent but no restaurant to be found. Inquiries didn't really provide any answers. Perhaps the solution will be found some other day behind door #3?

I've had several of their hamburgers and have never been disappointed. The meat tastes very fresh…read moreand the flavor really hits the spot! The price is fair for what you get. My only small complaint is that the fries and onion rings could use a little more flavor and freshness. Overall, it's a great spot. I love supporting mom-and-pop places like this. The staff is friendly, and there are several tables if you want to dine in, or you can easily grab your food to go.

The Mushroom and Swiss burger was absolutely AMAZING !!! Second time I've had it and didn't think…read moreabout taking a picture until after, maybe next time!

Visited for drinks and apps! Lovely place and fun atmosphere! Had onion rings which were fab -…read moresauce that came with it was a bit too much for my taste. Server was attentive. Good crowd!

Jen, our server, was great! Friendly and attentive. Food was awesome, burgers had a lot of flavor…read more Next time I'd ask for regular onions instead of grilled on my sliders... but otherwise amazing! Parking was plentiful, we didn't have to wait to sit (we did seat ourselves), it was a friendly atmosphere. Clean inside, as well. Will definitely be back!

Great food great prices good service try take out meals lots of food…read morecooked just how you like it- My family was very impressed. Great tasting . Jack Childers

River Street Tavern is the kind of local spot every town hopes to have -- relaxed, lively, and…read moreconsistently good. The menu is well-rounded, the drinks are solid, and there's an easy confidence to the whole place. Nothing here is chasing trends or trying to reinvent anything, and that's part of the appeal. They know what they do, they do it well, and sometimes that kind of restraint is its own virtue.

Scorched Earth is a solid local brewery that blends craft beer with a welcoming, laid-back…read moreatmosphere. The beer garden adds a great outdoor element, and the space is filled with fun games that keep the energy light and social. Friendly, attentive staff help tie the whole experience together, making it an easy place to settle in for a relaxed afternoon or evening with good beer and good company.

Got some greats beers from this brewery in Algonquin. It probably is the best thing about this…read moretown, or, it's what people know most about it. Scorched Earth is one of the main hangouts on weekends. A good amount of beers to choose from. There's a pretty big variety on tap. Coming here early in the afternoon, and it was already busy. It's a brewery that's also family friendly. That means it's okay to bring kids, which is getting increasingly common for breweries it seems. A lot of interesting sounding ones on the list. It's about $7 a pint. Pretty okay for locally owned and produced. Best of the ones we had was the Wunderpilz, a German style pilsner that was light. It's got no food in here except $5 tubs of Von Hanson's Pretzels. Has more when food trucks are here. There's usually one on site. Has a pretty hidden location off Algonquin Road on Berg. It's closed Mondays and Tuesdays. There's food trucks on weekends.