My husband wanted to try something new so we decided to try Heaterz chicken since we were in the…read morearea. Upon arrival, the place appeared ti be closed. There was only one car on the lot, and it didn't look like the lights were on. Another vehicle showed up and went to the door. Lo and behold they were open. We followed suite and went inside. The young man at the counter didn't greet us. So we opted to use the self service kiosk. We already browsed the menu ahead of time to make everything easy. We both ordered the chicken Sandwich combo, which comes with 1 side and a breadstick. You can choose what flavor you want, so i opted to get the Nashville hot (Spicy). We waited about 10 minutes before we got our food, i checked my bag to ensure everything was correct and headed home. The food was still piping hot once we got home. The Sandwich was juicy, and tender. Seasoned well, and not overly spicy. The fries were crispy, but yet still soft in the middle. They were little spiral cut fries. The breadstick was soft, and fluffy and the Parmesan drizzle on top added extra flavor. The Nashville street corn was delicious. The Parmesan drizzle was a great added touch. I would add a little salt to add some flavor/seasoning and some shredded Parmesan for extra texture. There are two small tables inside for those who want to dine in. There are also a few slot machines for those who like to play slots. It's painted black so it makes the place feel small and dark. Plenty of parking outside. Definitely worth giving them a try.

Amazingly good chicken and fries. Met a friend there and sat at one of the two or three tables…read more Such friendly service. Seems mostly carry out. One thing was cleanliness, all needs a scrub and update. But the chicken was yum!

Great burger and i can get a beer there as well, thats a plus plus,............................read more

Nothing about this place screams you should eat here but the food was GREAT! The burger was cooked…read moreperfectly and super flavorful. The fries were crispy and delicious. The server wasn't the friendliest but that's really my only complaint nothing wrong with just being there to make your money I guess. I enjoyed the music they had on in the background as well. I would recommend.

Got carry out to take to the hospital...great fish and shrimp tacos with sides of Cole slaw! Will…read moredefinitely do that again fast, convenient, friendly, and delicious.

Bluff City Grill was one of my stops on the St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl in Alton. In my younger…read moredays, I could chug a green beer, but in my senior years it doesn't even sound good. So when the bartender offered me a green beer, I turned it down. She then offered me a, Green Sangria. What? She then told me it was made with Midori and I was sold. It was a refreshing green cocktail for the holiday. When you are partying on St. Paddy's Day, you need to snack to help balance the liquor consumption. Sticking with the "green" theme, I ordered some Guac Bites with a Sweet Chili dipping sauce. It's fresh mildly spicy guacamole wrapped in a won ton and fried to a golden color. It's one of my favorite appetizers here at BCG. They also offer a Cajun Ranch dip, but I prefer the Sweet Chili. The service is always fun and friendly, making your dining/drinking experience memorable.

I've been numerous times since I moved to the Alton area and just realized, I've never updated my…read morereview in six years. I think it is time to do so. A couple of my visits have been parties for graduation, retirement and a thirtieth birthday. Food was good, beer was cold and the cocktails had a heavy pour. Sometimes I dined alone and enjoyed a hot chicken sandwich, a cheeseburger, wings and catfish. All of them satisfied my hunger and were better than average pub grub. For a while they served breakfast, but that's a thing of the past. When they did, the chicken and waffles were good. The bartenders and servers are always attentive and friendly. Alton Sports Tap is one of the better sports bars in the Riverbend area.

This review is for carryout, so I can't speak to dine in BUT this smash burger is 10/10! Exactly…read morewhat I think of when I think a very well done, dressed up burger - fresh lettuce, onion, etc.

I am so proud of myself. Today, I went to The Pump House and I did not order chicken wings. It was…read morea struggle, but I forced myself to order something else off the menu and I am glad that I did. Instead of my typical order of wings and fries, I got the Pump Jack Burger. It's made with Angus beef topped with Pepper Jack cheese, Grilled Balsamic Onions, Mild Banana Pepper Rings with a Sweet and Spicy Sauce, all served on a Onion Roll. It was served with a side of Fries. I was impressed by the size of the burger and that it was hand pressed. A hand pressed burger always tastes better to me. I requested that it be prepared medium rare and it was done perfectly. The fries were soft, I'd prefer mine a little crispier, but they were seasoned well. I got a giggle from their ketchup bottle, it said it was "Fancy". They have an impressive variety of beers. They offer draft, bottle and canned. I personally always go with one of the many craft beers they have on the menu. When dining alone, I always sit at the bar. The bartenders are typically female and are friendly. I am fan of hooks under a bar and Pump House takes it even a step further. They also offer, outlets. If your phone needs a charge and you've got a cord, you are set to go. Offering outlets under a bar, is top notch customer service. Now that I know they have great burgers as well as their wings, I'll have to rotate between the two when coming to dine.

Update Haven't been back here too much but called in for an…read moreorder to go tonight. Pump House! You need new cooks! The ones you have don't know how to cook basic food. Like I said in my first review you need to learn low and slow for a pork steak. Oh we don't have that anymore. Thank goodness. Your pork steak was chewy and not done appropriately. Horrible to try and eat. Tonight one of us got the chipotle chicken sandwich. The chicken was cooked to death. Ugh. Came out like chicken powder, you know the kind they put in your dog's food? Way too dry. Hard to eat. All the menus online are out of date so just about everything we chose we were told oh we don't have that anymore. Not good business practice. Put out a new menu and delete the old ones!! You fit right in with the rest of the crap food we are served in this area. Not a bit better. We won't try again.

They've been open three days and they are killing it. They are packed with customers and the staff…read moreis hustling to get orders out as fast as possible. Best thing, the customers are being patient and understanding why things are a little slow. My first order was an 8 piece combo. I got bone-in wings and I split it up into two flavors. I got 4 original hot (wet) and 4 Louisiana Rub (dry). The original hot had just enough heat to make it spicy. It was served as three drums and one flat. I'd prefer two of each, but that's just my hang-up. It's early in the game, but I think Louisiana Rub may be my favorite flavor. I like a dry rub and this one had just enough of a spicy kick. The fries had skins on, which is a bonus for me. The seasoning gave them an extra tang to them. Some of the fries were crisp and the others were on the soft side. I like crispy fries and I am hoping the soft ones were due to the busyness of the restaurant. Wingstop is a Coke restaurant, which is good for me. I was pleased to see that they had both Diet Coke and Coke Zero. I'm a Zero drinker, so I was a happy soda drinker. They had a huge staff trying to make things go quickly and they were all doing a good job. The staff was friendly and took orders as quickly as possible. This Wingstop is a great addition to the Alton area and I know I will be a regular customer. Yes, I am a chicken wing addict.

The food is always good from here, but the customer service is terrible. They had a customer (or…read moreemployee off shift) in the back where everyones food was while he was holding a joint and a lighter. I watched a worker lick her fingers and then go back to making the food with no gloves.

Honestly, the food's taste nearly matches that of Wingstop; however, overall, it is quite…read moreexcellent. I highly recommend trying the buffalo ranch wings, which I would rate 8 out of 10.

I've been wanting to try this place, because I am indeed a wing snob. Traditional bone-in only…read more(IYKYK) the other is just glorified chicken strips with sauce. I ordered online and picked up my order to-go. The good news is the wings were ready quickly and also super crispy which is always pleasant and what you want out of a wing. The slightly bad news is the wings are *very* lightly sauced. There was an option to pay an extra 0.50 for extra sauce, but I decided to see what their baseline was since it was my first time ordering. In the future, if you like a sauced wing at all, I would pay the extra. I got the buffalo (one flame symbol) and the Nashville Hot (three flame symbols) which I felt was accurate. The buffalo was not really hot at all, just the buffalo-flavored sauce and the Nashville Hot was warm enough to leave your lips a little tingly, but not so hot that you couldn't enjoy the flavor. My interaction with the staff was brief but pleasant. I would love to come back and try their loaded fries which look delicious, but didn't trust I could get them home before they got cold and soggy. So next time I'm there for dine-in, I'll give those a try. If you're a wing snob, it's worth a visit!

Decaro's is a wonderful surprise. We initially intended to eat at another restaurant in the area…read morebut it was closed for the day. Decaro's became a hastily decided Plan B. We had no expectations but we were hungry. What a wonderful Plan B this turned out to be. It was mid-afternoon so the place was relatively quiet, in a pleasant way.Everything was clean and the dining room looked inviting. We seated ourselves and the waitress quickly came to take our order for drinks and food. She suggested the day's special, a personal pizza with two toppings, side salad, and a drink. It sounded great was was a real bargain so we both went with it. The wife ordered a simple cheese pizza and I ordered mine with sausage and mushrooms. In very short order, our salads were presented and they were delicious. The lettuce and vegetables were all very fresh, not the sad looking stuff you frequently see at other restaurants mid winter. Even the croutons were delicious, light and with just the right amount of crispness. Next came our pizzas piping hot. We both loved them .They came on a thin cracker type crust, my favorite, sauce was sparingly applied but tasty, and the Italian sausage on my pizza had wonderful flavor with just a light kick to it. My wife truly enjoyed her cheese pizza as well. We'll definitely be coming back. I'm tempted to try their Italian beef sandwich next time. It was highly recommended by the staff.

So, my food was VERY tasty, but that's about it. Service was lousy. Really had trouble getting…read moreour server to wait on us and to flag her down once we did order. The ambiance is lacking. Just not a very nice place, seemed pretty run down. Definitely not a favorite of mine.

If you're looking for a place that captures the energy, character, and fun of Alton, Fast Eddie's…read moreBon Air is an absolute must. The food is fantastic, the drinks are cold, and the service is incredibly quick. No matter how busy it gets, the staff somehow keeps things moving with impressive speed and a great attitude. It's the kind of place where you can relax, grab a drink, and know you're going to have a good time. The gin and tonics were absolutely legit--perfectly poured, refreshing, and exactly what I was hoping for. Pair that with some great food and a lively atmosphere, and you've got the recipe for a memorable night out. But let's be honest--one of the best things about Fast Eddie's is the people-watching. It might be among the finest people-watching venues in the Midwest. There is always something going on, always an interesting mix of locals and visitors, and always plenty of entertainment without spending a dime beyond your first drink. What makes Fast Eddie's special is that it doesn't try to be something it's not. It's authentic, energetic, welcoming, and full of personality. Whether you're stopping in for lunch, meeting friends for happy hour, or making it the centerpiece of your evening, it delivers exactly what you want: great food, great drinks, fast service, and a whole lot of fun. A trip to Alton just doesn't feel complete without a stop at Fast Eddie's. Grab a gin and tonic, find a good seat, and enjoy the show. You'll leave with a full stomach, a smile on your face, and probably a few stories to tell.

Cheap, good food, and great vibes!…read more My husband and I finished date night with food and drinks at Fast Eddies. This place is normally packed on the weekends especially when the weather is nice. I'm guess because it was later in the evening when we went they weren't as crowded. There's always live music playing, someone celebrating their 21st birthday and good vibes. Staff was friendly, welcoming and made sure we were doing good the entire time we were there. Ordering food is all self service at the food station. You place your order then wait for your number to be called. They sell burgers, chicken on a stick, steak on a stick, chicken sandwiches, shrimp, and fries. Your food is up pretty quick. We ordered burgers, fries, chick on a stick, big Elwood and shrimp. We also ordered two long islands and a beer. All in all we spent about $60. The food was delicious, seasoned well and plentiful. The drinks were made perfectly. No complaints from me. I'll be back!