We were looking for dinner, and I suggested going here again. It had been a while…read more This is a place where you have pens and menus at the table, and you mark your table number and what food you want. We started with their cheese curds. I was so hungry and they were so tasty that I forgot to "feed" the camera first. We both got the same burger - a Single Knuckle Burger with pepperjack cheese, along with lettuce, tomato, onion. My wife ordered their loaded Bloody Mary, which was very good - it's a shoe-in to win the Best of Ogle County if people try it. The burgers were very good. They now have a draft beer, so I ordered one and it tasted fine. This is basically a side of the road bar and restaurant, ambiance wise. Nothing fancy, but not run down either. Just good food.

I came here for the third time but it hasn't changed. Great food, great service, and funny moose…read morename. They have a great friendly staff and regulars. Well I'm stuffed so I will end with this. If you want a new place to try go here!

Welcome to DeKalb!…read more When the White Castle closed at this location before COVID, we were sad. Then McAlister's Deli came in. The place is completely redone - you wouldn't recognize it. Food wise, oh was this place good. My wife ordered The New Yorker with corned beef, pastrami, swiss and spicy brown mustard on marbled rye, and I had their Horseradish Roast Beef & Cheddar, which had black angus roast beef, sharp cheddar, red onions, and horseradish sauce on a toasted ciabatta. Listen carefully when you make your order - they ask you if you want a pickle. The pickles are good. My wife went with their Choose 2 option, and got a half a sandwich and a cup of soup. I got the regular sandwich with a bag of Ms. Vickers Salt and Vinegar chips. While they don't have the fountain where you can get it, the staff makes regular tours and offers free refills for soft drinks, and also asks you if your food is okay. My wife enjoyed her New Yorker, and I enjoyed the Horseradish Roast Beef and Cheddar. It had enough Horseradish to taste good, and the drinks tasted great. The place is completely redone, is attractive and clean, with very good service. We'll be back!

We dined in for the 1st time & it was nice. Counter service was friendly & food came out pretty…read morequick & with a smile. Sandwiches were good & soup was piping hot. $45 was waaay high for 2 Sandy's, 2 soups & 2 sweet teas.

How does one exclaim excellence of such magnitude amongst the lines of one measly Yelp review? I…read moresincerely doubt the aptitude of any man or woman to describe such a venue in the beauty it currently stands with sufficient justification ... but I will do my best. I stiffly stumbled in, a tired and hungry sack of flesh and bones, groggy-eyed from staring at nothing but heavy downpour for the last hour of driving up highway 39. I left this Subway, in a new way. Reborn. Refreshed. Enlightened. My feet led me to the end of the line where two Midwestern American gentlemen patiently were served with grace. At first glance the menu overwhelmingly shouted mouthwatering entrees at me. In masochistic form, I winced at the possibility of so many good flavorful options. "What can I get started for you today, sir?" My eyes remained closed but my jaw dropped as if to utter something coherent, entrapped in a spell of desire, seduced by the sweet irresistible Subway scents. "Hello?" He beckoned me back to Earth. In excitement my tastebuds sent a rush to my head, blurring my vision as I mumbled out the words, "Footlong Chicken Bacon Ranch Melt on Wheat, please ...". Sidestepping to my right, I watched as this young man scooped layers of chicken, cheddar cheese, and perfectly textured bacon onto my pillows of grain. How were both meats already prepared? What type of mystical wizard worked behind this green and yellow branded glass? An Arcane Master no doubt, a descendant of Merlin the Celtic Druid, a keeper of ancient secrets and lore. He handed off the masterpiece to his Elder Artisan (who later grieved him over the correct way to push the toast brisket button) and went on to serve my girlfriend. Without hesitation I substituted Ranch for Light Mayonnaise and requested several other key additions: crisp Romaine for a fresh pop, tomatoes for a tad of juicy acidic spice, white onions masterfully sliced, and of course jalapeño fragments to tie it all together. Reluctantly I returned to a seated positioned as I unsheathed my sandwich. It had been several years since visiting a Subway, so I noticed and appreciated the new branding of their cups and sandwich wrapper coloring. Simple, inviting, and playful. Before me laid 12 inches of a tasteful juxtaposition of spice, savory meats, and cream all melted into one succinct composition. My jowls unhinged, cleaving through the first half of the melt in matter of seconds. I could not be stopped. My gaze was locked on the second half, unbroken until consuming the very last bite of this modern marvel. It was over too soon. Gone in a flash. Should I get another? No. I must push onwards. Further up 39 to Wisconsin. Thank you Subway for your gift to me on this sacred day. I push north a happy man knowing the right way, Subway.

I got there 22:20 and the young lady was rude and the toaster wasn't working I decided not to get…read moreanything.

Lord, where to start…read more... The reviews were mixed at best, but we haven't been here in a while so we figured we'd give it another chance. Walking in and seeing new trim around the windows - okay, good sign. Also seeing a paint can on a table....? Okay, not a good sign. We decided to try this place again because we saw a sizzling steak on their roadside reader board as we drove back into town from the south. The last few times we went here, it was sandwiches only, so maybe the new owners were moving to the next level? Inside, you see a sign Salt 7. The bill reads C.C.S. Golf LLC. The menu - Salt 251. Confused yet? We ordered their Lobster Dip Appetizer. The photo only shows half of it. My wife said "I couldn't find any Lobster in it." Neither could I. It was tasty, but if you say Lobster Dip, shouldn't you find some Lobster in it? From there, we waited. And waited. And waited. And finally, the waitress / bartender who was working the restaurant by herself (while the two owners were doing something else) stopped by and took our drink and entrée orders. For drinks, I ordered a Manhattan, and my wife ordered a Gin Martini. The combination waitress / bartender admitted she had to look that one up. Both drinks were okay, I've had better Manhattans. For entrees, my wife ordered their Grilled Shrimp Scampi and I had their 8 ounce Garlic Sirloin. This took a fair amount of time, around 20 minutes to plate. Both dishes came with a nice, fresh salad, with dressing in a small cup on the side. Given the size of the salad, they needed to provide more dressing. I was scraping the rest of it out of the small plastic serving cup. On to the entrees: Shrimp Scampi That's a pretty regular dish - grilled shrimp sautéed in butter, garlic and white wine and served in that sauce. The grilled shrimp was there with some seasoning, but the rest which makes it Scampi wasn't there. Plus, the fresh vegetables were in a teriyaki sauce, which was sweet and of course didn't blend well with the Shrimp and it's seasoning. It came with a baked potato that my wife said "It must have had a bad spot - a chunk was missing. Whaaaaatttt? Never had that in all the baked potatoes we have had. Not a good first. I was there for the steak, so I ordered their 8 ounce garlic sirloin, medium rare. That should be a warm, red center. I could see the garlic on the sirloin - but the steak was well-done. Gray, hot, chewy (chewy chewy), and I had to use steak sauce to make it palatable. Now two people who we think were the owners come by (they didn't introduce themselves) and ask is everything okay, of course we do what everyone does, we fib - yes, everything's fine. They apparently don't watch Bar Rescue - their combination bartender / waitress could have used some help serving or covering the bar, but nope, she didn't get any help. She didn't complain, she just did her best. I did order their Tuxedo Bomb Dessert, which was actually pretty good. A slice of chocolate cake, covered with chocolate mousse, covered with vanilla mousse, with a chocolate coating drizzled in vanilla icing with some whipped cream. It was the best part of the dinner. Of course, I failed to get a picture of that. Argh.

My fiancé and I came to Salt 251 to try out the food for our potential rehearsal dinner. We…read morecorresponded with Megan via email in the weeks leading up to dinner, and she was so helpful! When we got there, we were surprised at how big the place was! We sat in a private room with drinks as we spoke about the rehearsal, went over menu ideas, etc. Then, it was time to eat! Unfortunately they were out of the Pretzel Bites, but they offered to put a side of the beer cheese with the White Fish Bites. We also ordered the Truffle Fries (which were some of the BEST we've ever had!!) We both ordered burgers, which were pretty good. I ordered the Pit Master, which was actually a little too spicy for me. However, we traded (my fiancé got the Roadhouse) and it was delish. They've been super accommodating and we can't wait to have our rehearsal dinner here in a few weeks!

Checked out this downtown Oregon brewery. It probably is one of the most interesting things about…read morethis pretty interesting town. Ogle County Brewery is one of the few places around here to get beers that's not "something Light" or comes in a can filled who knows when. Also a place to get some small bites that's not typical bar food. They have kind of a small selection but there's variety. Bigger than it looks once one gets inside. It's a great use of an old building, and they share it with one of those hardcore gyms with the CrossFit and stuff. The bar is where we got seats, and we got to watch some games on the big TV. Good prices on the craft beers. It's about $6 a pint. Best of these we had was the Oktoberfest. This was malty and sweet, and had a creamy texture. Also there's food. It's about $12 for an appetizer, which is most of what's on the food menu. Had to try the Guacamole Bites. These are avocado, cilantro, lime, onions, and tomatoes in tortilla chips breading, good stuff. Even though the beer selection is kind of limited, there's several styles to choose from. It's got a kitchen along with a menu of appetizers, sandwiches, and more. They're open every weekday along with more hours on weekends.

New to area but, excited to check out OCB on a Tuesday April 7th at 6pm. Website said open but…read morelights off no sign of life. Sign on door stated hours very due to staffing, Huh? No way to run a business.

The pork tenderloin, also known as BPT (b is for breaded) is a popular sandwich in the Upper…read moreMidwest, particularly in Iowa and Indiana. And occasionally in Illinois. It's similar to Wienerschnitzel. A pork cutlet is cut and then smashed to make it larger and thinner, dipped in breading, sometimes cornmeal, panko, crushed saltines and deep-fried. It is usually served on a hamburger bun, garnished with any or all: tomatoes, lettuce, mayo, pickles, onions. Frequently accompanied by fries as a side. There's been a friendly competition among purveyors to lay claim to the title of "the largest," and certainly in Illinois the small town of Smitty's in Leonore, takes the title. Leonore is a booming locale south of Lasalle-Peru, 100 miles West of Chicago. Population 13o. I rolled down there on a Saturday, aiming to beat the lunch "crowd" so I called in my order (still, as of this date, curbside service only). Both I and the sandwich arrived at the same time, and like those who have gone before, I agree, this baby is YUGE. And delicious. Proper amount of breading, gently seasoned, good quality pork taste and texture. Excellent pickles and fresh cut onions. There are tables outdoor for diners to enjoy their BPT's or other items until the interior opens up again. Worth a drive. Iowa has an entire "Tenderloin Trail" you can try and conquer. Go on, go for it. You know you want to!

Went here for the all-you-can-eat Friday night fish fry. Ambiance is definitely small town bar and…read moregrill. Lots of locals, but staff was very friendly and we were served pretty promptly. The fish meal included a salad bar and fries. I rarely see a salad bar offered ANYWHERE anymore; it wasn't much, but it was good. The fish and fries were decent... you have the option on walleye, cod, or a mix. The initial serving is 4 pieces of fish. I opted to do the mix (2 of each). Definitely liked the walleye best. The cod was decent, but also a bit more chewy that the walleye. The fish wasn't quite as flaky as I would have liked, so not sure if it was the quality of the filets or how they were cooked. Nonetheless, the meal was good and reasonably priced for an all-you-can-eat. It was a bit out of the way for us, so not sure I would make the longer trip for the fish, but it was definitely worth the try.

Such a hidden gem! The ribs and rice were delicious. Great flavor! Service was excellent. Very…read moreattentive for how busy it was. Will be back!

My first take out order was the Chicken Jockey dinner. It's 5 giant pieces of deep fried chicken…read more(which I love), baked potato (butter & sour cream), side salad with blue cheese dressing and dinner rolls/butter all for $15!! It's such a generous amount of food that I had it for dinner the next day. The first bite of the chicken actually made my knees quiver. It was so tender, juicy and absolutely delicious. The baked potato was huge and cooked perfectly. I saved my salad for tomorrow's lunch. While I was waiting for my food, I saw several people pick up their food and two parties arrived to dine in. All of this was going on at 5:30pm which spoke volumes to me. The owner was so incredibly friendly as we talked while I was waiting for my food. It's a nice place to dine in with family and friends. I'm definitely going to bring them here on their next visit.

Awesome GC in wonderful condition! We came from the Chicago area, it's worth the trip.read more

We absolutely love Timber Creek. The restaurant "Bogeys" is a wonderful setting inside and out. We…read morehave NEVER had a bad meal there and I honestly don't know how they do that with the menu diversity available. The bar and staff are great and we enjoy playing the course and sitting outside enjoying the beautiful sunsets, animals or other scenery.

How does this place get 4 stars? Food was not good. I asked for a grilled chicken breast on my…read moresalad and when I got it, I didn't see chicken, so I asked the waiter. He said it's under the cheese. I was expecting a whole chicken breast I said. He literally laughed and said "oh we don't have that". There was pre-seasoned pre-portioned food service chicken that had been warmed up. They must just assemble and not actually cook. Very disappointing experience. Also don't order the wine. It's the cheapest crap ever. Never again.

Food is good counter. Staff needs to be more wanting to service you. It's like you're doing them a…read morefavor, picking up your food lots of attitude.!

I do love a little mom and pop restaurant, the food is good! depending on the day of the week and…read morewho is working service is usually great and with a smile( not always a smile) not everyone has amazing days, so I would still recommend this place for a quick bite to eat

Disregarding the aged look of the place. Yes, it needs paint and updating. It's an old building. My…read morebrother ate there in the mid 70s when he was in high school. Don't expect perfection. Don't expect healthy. Don't expect anyone over 25 working there. Expect deep fried chicken, homemade coleslaw (friggin wonderful) potato salad (awesome). If you have a food cheat day, go here. My wife and I eat for less than $20!