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    Oscar's Pub & Grill

    3.5 (68 reviews)
    ModeratePubs, American
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Oscar's Pub & Grill - Pubs Near Me - Rockford, Illinois

    OSCAR'S PUB & GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    DJ
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    This is Austin.  the guy that should be fired.

    I would give zero stars if I could. To keep it simple as possibly, a very close friend passed away and we had his memorial service today. We all decided to go to Oscar's for a drink and food to keep the mood light. The bartender AUSTIN was rude and terrible, making comments like his day was better a few minutes before our group walked in. I asked for a burger with a double patty, he said it was fine and started to put my order in. I realized it was busy and didn't want to inconvenience them. I got his attention and nicely said "I'm actually going to just do a single Patty I'm sorry buddy." I got a response of "Oh my fucking god!" And then proceeds to rush to the kitchen and shove the kitchen door open. Austin terrible bartender. Austin terrible customer service. Austin should be fired. Austin should be fired.

    We liked this restaurant. Food was good. Service was a little slow and could have been friendlier but it was okay. Nice variety on the menu. The endless fries were a hit!

    James R.

    This updated review is long overdue. Oscar's has changed a lot since my first review. I went from barely going to being almost a regular there. The interior atmosphere has changed. They got rid of the fish tank and the fake fish hanging from the ceiling. The crowd has changed a lot too. It's now a bit more of an older more settled crowd. The food here is pretty good. One of favorite to snack on items is the cheese curds. They're just really good. I've had multiple burgers and sandwiches there and why it's nothing to brag about, they were better than average. What I really like is coming here for Football. It's great! They have a lot of TVs and the games will be on different ones. Then you can get one of their wireless speakers for your table so that if your team isn't the one they have the sound turned on to, you can still hear it. BONUS! They have different specials during the week and themed parties. We went to a Zombie Prom themed party the other night just had a blast. The service can be hit or miss, just like a lot of places. They have their good waitresses and their less than stellar ones. We have our favorites. I'm not going to say who because I really don't want everyone coming in hogging them! So Yea, Oscar's made some changes and I need to give them a couple of extra stars for the adjustments.

    Steff J.

    Well, I've been coming here over 14 years. I've always gotten the same thing. All you can eat walleye. A while ago they changed the breading. I hate it, but I just peel it away and all is good. Tonight we came in again and I asked, as I always do, "am I able to have it dipped in the Tempura?". It's sometimes yes and sometimes no. Waitress came back and said no. Hubs ordered all you can eat haddock. It came out in the tempura batter I love!!!! Mine was the nasty stuff that hurts the roof of my mouth. I was a little mad. Then I tasted my walleye. For the first time ever...2x a month x 14+ years...it was fishy and a little slimy. Not my bag. Who is doing quality control? Yeah...tonight was a total bust. Service was slow, too and it wasn't packed. Must be a new crew. Not happy at all.

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    Fun!! Good food & good drinks! The tables are all tall. So if you're short 5'4" or less, you'll have a slight jump.

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    Awesome place! Awesome atmosphere good bar food good drink prices and fun trivia!! Friendly service!

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    I came to this with my family for a drink. Nice staff. Maybe will comeback again! Good Restaurant

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    Went to watch Football and have some food. All the food was not very hot. Won't be going back.

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