Owner Kevin and his crew make some of the best smash burgers around! Crispy edges, perfectly cooked…read moretoppings & very generous portions! Their signature Bacon Jam Smash'd along with onion rings has been a guilty pleasure of mine, but regularly they will have specialty items that are out of this world! 10/10 Food & Service - Would highly recommend for any and all private or public events!

Good burgers, but WAY OVER PRICED. We've been to several…read morefood trucks with much better flavors in their burgers that were much cheaper.

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.

Summary first: pretty darn good burgers, but kinda flat, not too cold beer. Burger 17.00 with…read morefries coleslaw and pickle. 1.50 more than a review pic from the menu last year. Everything seems to be up at least 10% all over, so I can't fault them for it. I just wish income had gone up that much in a year. Again not their control. But I just can't go eating at restaurants as much. The price of 6.75 for a dog fish beer was imo kinda high and it was rather flat. The coleslaw was honestly so bad and bitter rancid tasting I had to spit it out. Honestly, not a fan of Cole slaw but this is the first I've had to 100% reject eating. The pickle I got that someone raved about, didn't look great when I turned it over The fries honestly could have been cooked a little more but were pretty good. The best part of the meal was the burger though so that sorta saved the whole experience. I sat on the patio and got good service. I appreciated that the to-go wasn't styrofoam. I had to take 1/2 the burger home. There is a 3% surcharge for using credit cards, so I was glad I brought cash, as I'm tired of getting charged for charging. Ha. Overall not bad, but could use some attention to detail.

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!

Not sure why this place has low ratings because it was fabulous! We came on a weekend during off…read morehours and the place was pretty quiet. We sat inside and the indoor seating is clean and spacious. It was brightly lit with big windows to the main road. There was also a stage which I'd imagine has some live music at night to complete the ambiance. The food quality is unlike any other. It's one of the original farm to table restaurants in the area. They even list their food sources on their menu. We started with the tempura green beans. I'm not normally a fried food person but these were so light and fresh and came in a very generous portion. For my meal, I had the grain bowl and added tofu. It also came as a generous portion. I loved all the different flavors and textures. I tried a few of my boyfriend's sweet potato fries and you cannot get fries tasting any more fresh and flavorful. Service was on top of things and helpful at providing recommendations. Shoutout to Kyle for the great experience!

Everything about Dukes is 5 star! Food ... the best!…read moreService... always friendly! Ambiance... perfection!! Love having the outdoor patio open!

I'll keep it simple we order catering and order multiple pounds of brisket. We've ordered on the…read morecoldest day ever, and even on a holiday. These folks are the best and the most accommodating team ever. I thank you for everything! My parties are always hits no matter what and the brisket is gone in seconds. Anytime anyone asks for a recommendation of places, this is the first one I recommend Everytime. I've eaten at the restaurant once, it's always pretty busy but for a good reason! If you're ever in the area stop by but keep in mind if there hours too!

You know BBQ is good when it doesn't need any sauce. I loved the pulled pork, beans and fries…read more Everything was really yummy. Friendly service, really nice dining space. Highly recommend. I was brought here by frequent customers, that absolutely love the food here. I have to agree!

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

Love the cottage, great food and even better bar tenders. Russell is the absolute goat, wouldn't be…read morethe same without him!

Dinner with the girls - we wanted to go someplace we haven't been. The Cottage was our pick…read more We sat at a high top... I was surprised at how busy it was at dinner time on a Thursday night. I had the Cottage Reuben with fries. I judge most restaurants by their Reuben's and the Cottage had a good one. The meat was not dry and it was saucy, which I love. Service was slow but we didn't mind because it gave us more time to catch up.

The food was absolutely delicious. The only things ive tried and not liked were the peking chicken…read more(wrap things?) (too saucy....) and the pierogis (not enough flavor and too oily, but not at fault of kitchen staff). The menu has tons of variety too, and their specials change out so regularly i cant keep up! The drinks ive gotten there have been phenomenal so far, and the mocktails dont make you feel like youre missing out on any fun. In addition to the Food, the service is positively delightful. Our server last time i went was also the bartender, and the other staff were kind enough to step in and help him with our orders, and he himself was more than helpful enough. The interior of the resturaunt was beautiful with wonderful lighting and a very cohesive layout, but i do have two complaints: the tables are very small and the booths are very low. When you order at a tapas resturaunt, you dont really get just one or two plates at a time, and when a solid quarter of the table is being occupied by the standup menus, the water glass, and the decorative flowers, it gets crowded very quickly. Overall a 9/10. Definitely a wonderful place to go with friends, family, or even on your own!

I have been meaning to post this for awhile…read more I sadly only have bad things to say.... First! The girls they hire to work here can be VERY rude, the food is not great, I think this is really just a place people get together and drink at so the environment isn't very relaxing. The couple times I've been here there is always loud drunk people.

Loved their custard and fries nice interior sad to see it go from crystal lake. Rip freddies…read more2020-2025

My wife and I dinner in and overall enjoyed our experience…read more However, looking at this though a managers point of view, (being that I have been in management) I observed that the employees were standing around talking instead of cleaning tables making sure that customers are taken care of. However the food is exceptionally good as always.

I had the occasion to have lunch here, and it was a little bit of an ordeal for the construction on…read moreRoute 14. But I was very happy with the food and the very friendly service and prices. The fried cheese curds were big hit, and the bacon cheeseburger was of great quality and size for the money. I would highly recommend this restaurant, and will definitely return for another great lunch.

My husband and I just went to the Tipsy Goat last weekend. It was his second time, my first. Right…read moreaway the bartender acknowledged us once we sat down and whipped up four drinks in record time. At first glance, it seems like a quaint little bar and that's it. But I was pleasantly surprised by the food too. I got the cheeseburger sliders which were really good. Moist, tasty, and the perfect size for a slider. I ordered fries on the side and wasn't expecting the portion size. They gave an entire basket of fries that easily could have fed the party of four adults I was there with. Crispy, flavorful, loved them. The cheese curds were also great, paired with a sauce recommended by the bartender. I wish I could remember what it was, definitely some type of sweet/salty almost teriyaki sauce. So, so good. I don't drink alcohol much so I can't comment on the drinks but everyone we were there with seemed to enjoy them. So much so, they ordered several. Great vibes here. They had the front window open for a beautiful sixty degree day. Music was on. Everyone there both staff and other customers were all really nice and we had a great time. Turns out our bartender was the owner of the bar and he was just fantastic. Attentive but not overly so. I'd recommend this place if you're looking for a great place for a drink and a bite to eat.