No pictures for this one. I had the French dip sandwich which I would rate at a 4 of 5. It had a lot of meat on it and the jus was excellent. However, the meat was slightly dry which kept it from being perfect. The tator tots aren't very good. More on the store bought and not crispy side. The service was great with the owner offering good conversations until the food was prepared. Give it a try, eat some sandwiches and maybe try their pizza, but some for the service and friendly environment. read more

The burgers are good, and the wings were ok Great little spot to get a good burger before heading to your next destination read more

Great food, the staff was extremely friendly and we had a great time. Definitely recommend stopping in.

Recently moved to the area and decided to give this place a shot. Food was excellent and service was too. Had the AYCE pike and my wife had the bluegill. Good atmosphere with a log cabin design. We'll definitely be back. read more

JJ & Freddie's - Bluegill with sweet potato fries - American Near Me - Stockton, Illinois

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Cute road side restaurant just outside of Galena. Worth a stop after the drive. serving up a salad bar, home made soups (we enjoyed stuffed pepper soup that day), house smoked meats and a variety of micro and regular beers and beverages. Exceptional service by the wait staff and I think the owner who was so excited to share how they prepare their food, right down to the farm they get the local cheese curds from. The decor is all log cabin and very clean. Outside they have a bar area and bag games to play (it is by the parking lot so I don't think suitable for small kids - but the inside is.) There is also a 2nd floor loft which might be nice for smaller private gatherings. read more

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Decided to give this place a try on our way through town.... I'm so glad we stopped in.... We were greeted when we walked in. Jj was at our table in less than a minute taking our drink order and greeting us.... He brought back our drinks and struck up a conversation about D3 football we had our boys team logo on our sweatshirts). We had a nice conversation.... The waitress came over when our conversation ended and took our order...then we had a conversation with the waitress ( Brandy) ... these folk were so friendly and welcoming. Appetizers = Mushrooms they were fine Entrees - Chicken finger With waffle fries and a salad bar.... Yummy. The chicken fingers were hand breaded....the waffle fries were huge and seasoned just right.... The salad bar was worth every penny..... My husband ordered the Entree- Chicken wings.... They were meaty and cooked just right..... he chose the sweet chili sauce... he also had the soup from the salad bar and said it was real good. When we were done eating the sweet waitress brought us Pumpkin bars from the salad bar for desert...... they were moist and Oh So Yummy!!! The waitress Brandy was so sweet too! We will stop back In when we are up that way!! This place is a gem in such a small community! read more

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Don't know why it's taken us this long to stop and eat here on our way to Galena! Soup and salad bar was to die for! Homemade soups, fresh cut salad bar. We will definitely be stopping back here to try all the different foods they have. Stone fire pizzas are on the menu as well! Very quaint inside, gave you a Northwoods cabin feel topped with a burning fireplace. Met the owner, really nice guy who took his time to talk with us. read more

Purchased two take n bake pizzas for the Christmas holiday. "The Works" and "Chicken Bacon Ranch " Both were great.

We were in town for a day and stopped in here for dinner. They have outdoor seating and cute log cabin style decor. Soup and salad bar comes with dinners. We both ordered the smothered chicken with mashed potatoes/waffle fries. Both my mom and I thought it was good but not amazing. The service was great, place was clean. read more

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They will go out of their way to accommodate larger groups. No hassle because we had kids . Unlike the restaurant just up the road the waitress had a cow about the size of the group when we just walked in . So we gladly took out business to jjs read more

Welcoming place! Sat outside, enjoyed the weather, had great service, and even played a game of bags before we left for home. Owner literally went to the store to get ingredients to make my 13 year old niece her free birthday treat! They had fired up the wood fire ovens and the pizzas were great. Accommodated gluten free and even used our dairy free cheese for dairy free dietary requirement. Highly recommend and we will be back! read more

We popped in on our way to Galena. Amber was very attentive and friendly. We ordered the French Dip w/ mozzarella and mild giardiniera peppers on a hoagie with the shoe string onion rings. Also a salad to start. It was enough for the two of us to share for lunch and was soooo tasty. There was indoor and outdoor seating and yard games. Soup and salad bar options. A big parking lot. Wide variety of menu items. Definitely recommend this spot if you are in the area. read more

We've come here a few times as a family and have always enjoyed ourselves. The staff is super friendly, there's plenty of seating outside and in and the food is always delicious. I'd definitely recommend stopping in here on your way through town. read more

Was not enough food for what was ordered! Ordered the Nachos and was not even able to see the meat that was supposed to come on it!

Such a friendly down home environment. Great staff. Had the Hand breaded shrimp (yes it's really hand breaded) and scrumptious!!! Definitely will go again when passing there!!!! read more

A place to stop by for some American food in Stockton, IL when everything else on the road is closed. However, I would not come for a 2nd time even if the food is for free. We came here wanting to grab a bite to eat before we head back to Chicago. Well... we didn't get to eat. We got our food to-go just when it arrived on the table. We ordered a burger and smothered chicken, which are all dishes that ain't that complicated. The food, however, took 45 minutes to come out... We were so impatient by the time we were done that we left a $1.00 tip. If you got time to waste, come. Otherwise, go to a fast food chain on the way back if you're just looking for a quick snack. read more

Solid 3 1/2 Stars Good place to dine on Rte 20. Been there twice in the past month. First time: pork chop sandwich, soup salad bar, bluegill dinner,mushroom swiss burger. Second time: burgers and cheese pizza. Very good Bloody Marys. Everything homemade, including pizza. Outstanding French fries. Reasonable prices. Well prepared food. Not necessarily "destination" dining. Very friendly staff. Good roadside stop and Sports Bar. read more

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Passing through heading to Galena decided to stop at JJ's and well worth to stop in. Clean in all areas waited on and was served quickly. Not busy when we went but no issues with service. Ordered beef and a Cubano sandwich and they were on point. Tasty fresh good food served. Friendly ppl working there gave us advice for our trip on areas to visit. Well worth to stop. read more

I am a huge pork tenderloin sandwich guy. I believe this was the best one I have ever eaten. Hand breaded and cooked to perfection. I am glad I stopped in to try this place... I will be back. read more

We went yesterday and literally had the best service and burger! The waiter was super pleasant and he was the only one there but was attentive to all the guests. Was acknowledged right away. read more

JJ & Freddie's - Sign - American Near Me - Stockton, Illinois

We went to Stockton to visit family and went to JJ & Freddies several times for meals. The meals were good and the host was friendly. Its a small business and we like eating at family owned businesses. read more

In a world where cheap strip mall buildings are everywhere, it's refreshing when a small business invests in their facility to make for a special experience. This log building with open loft may not make the food any better but it does make your experience more enjoyable. Not that the food needs any help, our meals were great. Service was friendly and they got the food our quickly. They have several craft beer on tap in the bar. read more

JJ & Freddie's - Shrimp Po' Boy - American Near Me - Stockton, Illinois

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Heard this place was great for lunch. Tried it today and the best I can say it's average. They have a soup and salad bar, nothing elaborate but tasty. Today that offer cheeseburger soup and beef soup. Tried both and not bad, very hot and good flavor. Onto the salad bar, fairly small but good options. Only three choices of dressings, but that's okay. For the soup and salad bar, 4 stars for the size and favors and options. Ordered the daily wrap, crisp chicken today. The wrap was a good size portion but lacked in flavor. Was expecting something a bit more in flavor, a good portion of honey mustard would have been great but none around. If there were a side choice of dressing other than a slap of mayonnaise would put this wrap over the top. 2 stars here. Service was odd, we walked in and just stood in the middle of the dining area and the bartender yelled at us saying somebody would be with us shortly. So we stood there a bit longer then the waitress showed up and said sir anywhere. We sat ourselves. She was friendly with telling us the specials and after the food arrived she only filled one of our drinks and finally she asked if we needed anything else, I suggested maybe another drink which she did, but was odd she didn't fill both drinks earlier. The bar area is set back away from the dining area and I'll never come there for drinks and a game...like several new and upcoming startups, LED lights is not the answer for a bar, way too bright and with a log cabin (just siding-fake log look) look for the rest of the restaurant, this is dead on arrival. This place has more potential but for now, 3 stars. Overall, just average read more

Saturday night. The worst restaurant experience in 20 years. Absolutely terrible service, food, attitude and hospitality. No fresh brewed tea. Salad was wilted and warm. All you can eat fish ordered only to be told the broiled is not available for the third piece. Out of cole slaw Masks either not worn or dangling under the chin of waitresses. Never again. Amateurish operation read more

We waited 10 mins to get seated and then another 15 to get waited on. After being waited on we waited 40 minutes for our food which most of it was lukewarm at best. When informed of the just warm food we were offered to have them make more we had already waited long enough they did not comp us anything on our bill. We will never go back. Many people came and went while we waited. read more

Jjshrimp Sandwich The Buffay on Friday nights are wonderful haven't had much I was there been to the Buffay four times on Friday nights can you go there this Friday night wonderful salad bar very very wonderful people running it staff are fairy friendly good food nice atmosphere I'll go back again and again thank you JJ Freddys It's about an hour drive for us but we like it that much will drive the drive to get there. Merry read more

Only restaurant we could find that was open in the area yesterday (December 26th). Great menu, service, and atmosphere. Loved the soup/salad bar - although the sausage & kale soup could have used a little more sausage. I had a black & blue burger minus the buffalo sauce and my dining companion had a prime rib sandwich. We both had tater tots that were cooked perfectly; crisp not mushy. We'll be back next time we're in the area. read more

Really cute lodge-like place, w/ salad and soup bar. Pulled pork sandwich and sweet potato fries were delish!!

Cool "cabin feel" vibe, bar and grill. Super friendly staff. We didn't get to get the full effect due to COVID19 restrictions so it was take-out only. Pizza and burgers were very good. We will be back! read more

Really love this local business. If you're looking for a great burger, check them out. They also have a very good fish fry.

Very friendly and great atmosphere. Soups are homemade and delicious! Husband had a chicken breast sandwich with corned beef, sauteed mushrooms and cheese and I had a cheeseburger. Both where very good as well as the salad bar! read more

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Great place for great food and terrific atmosphere. This time we ordered the special, Tilapia, which was the best ever, and the rib eye steak. We both had the salad bar and the greatest soup, Loaded Potato. I could have finished the whole soup pot, it was that delicious!!! We both had the mashed potatoes, which the chef makes with heavy cream and yukon golds and a little garlic. They were so good, I got a to-go bag - for Potatoes!! The salad bar has enough but not tons, just right, and good for toddlers through adults. The desserts are unbelieveable. Cheesecake? Of course!! The service is fabulous, friendly and prompt. Prices are just fine, altho some may think they are a little high? Well, you get what you pay for, and I don't think the prices are high at all. I treasure this restaurant and will continue going here, even tho I drive 38 miles to get there. They have a handicapped ramp on the back door, restrooms are handy and there are two small side rooms that are great for families (keeps kid voices inside the room) and groups. Also an upstairs, not ADA but great for a bigger group or an event. This restaurant, under the previous owners, had big tables and chairs with not much seating. But seating has been mixed with more tables and - bar seating! And TVs so you can watch your favorite game. One of the specials recently was a Blackhawk Burger for the Hawk game that night, it was immense and really awesome. Plenty of room to sit at bar and eat with friendly people and great service. This restaurant needs to stay here, it is truly a gem. And it has truly great pizze, available an hour after the grill closes. Try this place and you will LOVE IT!!! read more

My husband and I stopped here for a meal on our way back from a Valentine's Day weekend in Galena. After skiing all day, the staff, service, and food here was friendly, prompt, and delicious. So inexpensive too! Definitely worth the stop. They will take great care of you :) I realized the next day, an hour outside of Chicago, my wallet was missing. I called JJ's to check if I left it at dinner. Not only did they have my wallet, but they mailed it to my house fully intact 2 days later. Thank you!!!! Next time we're that way, we will be stopping in to say thank you in person too. These are good people who go above and beyond for their customers. read more

Great for a burger & fries but don't even consider the "prime rib special". For $22 I would expect a medium temp prime rib to be tender and succulent. Instead I received a piece of cold shoe leather. It was obviously a reheat job done extremely poorly. The accompanying au jus was ridiculously salty to the point of being inedible. The pizza used to be excellent but it has gone down in quality drastically. The sauce was very scantily used and in some places completely missing. The crust was extremely tough, very difficult to chew, and burnt. For the overall cost you'd be better off driving elsewhere. read more

Very cute inside and out. Comfortable outside seating with games. Good menu options. Good food. You could tell our waitress really genuinely likes people. What a nice nice person. We'll be back. read more

Extremely disappointed with this restaurant. Four of us went there for dinner late this afternoon. Two of us ordered sandwiches with the salad bar, and we ordered the JJ's Nuggets for an appetizer. When the nuggets came there was no nacho cheese, even though the menu states it comes with it. We asked our waitress twice for the cheese, and finally after asking someone else for the cheese, got it about 15 minutes after the nuggets came, when there were about 5 left and they were cold. Our sandwiches didn't come until at least 55 minutes after we ordered them. That isn't an exaggeration, as I took a picture of something on my phone after ordering, and the sandwiches didn't arrive until 52 minutes after the picture. There was no apology when we needed mentioned it took so long. We only got a response of "We'll, there's other people." You can't honestly believe an hour to make a couple of sandwiches is acceptable in any situation. We should have refused them when they came, as we were no longer hungry and didn't even touch them. Also, the mushroom soup was lukewarm at best. About five weeks ago we ate at this restaurant and enjoyed good service and good food, and was recommending the restaurant to friends and coworkers that come out this was. I will no longer be doing that. The only reason the restaurant didn't get 1 star is because of the good experience a few weeks ago, which was ruined today. read more

My husband and I stopped on the way to Galena. GREAT FIND! Excellent customer service and yummy food. We will be stopping back again on our next trip. read more

This place was ok, with a good pizza, but we ate at the bar and there were a couple patrons that were totally shit faced. They were loud and disturbing other people. But they kept getting served more booze, it seemed they new the people behind the bar. When they finally left, with the help of others, one drunk was going to drive the other home because he thought the other was too drunk. This is a very dangerous situation for the establishment if something happened to them on the way home. We will not be back mainly due to poor judgement. read more

My husband & i were passing thru town. Hungry & thirsty, we came pouring in. Very friendly staff & yum food (especially the cream of mushroom soup) Thumbs up! read more

My wife and I were passing through and looking for somewhere to stop and eat. We figured we would try JJ & Freddies. Glad we did! Everything was excellent. My wife order the bacon cheeseburger and I had the breaded prom tenderloin sandwich. Both were excellent and the JJ nuggets for an appetizer were very good. Would definitely recommend JJ &Freddies read more