Lunch with family.. no complaints about service, orders taken, drinks refilled promptly.. food…read moreserved on time and no issues.. (they had a buffet, but we passed.. nothing special for $14.) The pizza was good just not outstanding.. the kids had tenderloins and they cleaned their plates. Mama had chicken wings and picked the bones clean. Again, the service was good.. pizza was hi hum.

We stopped in for dinner and we sat at our table for 10 minutes without anyone acknowledging that…read morewe were there. Someone gave a customer a beer in a red solo cup - I can only assume no glasses were clean by the massive pile up of dirty glasses on the bar. Several people went up to the bar to get drink refills or to try to pay but had to wait because it seemed like the only person actually doing any work was the one server. We also saw one of the kitchen staff take a huge hit off of their vape and leave a cloud in their wake and then handle food without washing her hands. After observing all of this we left. Very disappointing.

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.

Have been meaning to try them and did get that chance while attending a "Celebration Of Life" for a…read moreloved one. We had the big room and buffet style pulled pork sandwiches/bbq sauce on the side, potato salad, baked beans and potato chips/onion dip. Everything was excellent, tho I forgot to try those chips/dip. Pulled pork was so delicious, with or without their sauce. And that potato salad was reminiscent of my mom's homemade.........so good! That bbq sauce will for sure have us returning to try their baby back ribs.........can't wait! Service was excellent. So glad to find a great bbq joint in the area!!

Went here for a local music show. Had a blast. First let me say how good the food was, some of the…read morebest sliders I've ever had! Service was quick, friendly and items priced well. Large parking lot and good area for events in the back! Also a game room with slots and pool! Would def come back!

Not Even 1 star. Laziest group of 'workers' I've ever seen. My group was told (on a Tuesday) that…read morethere would be a 45 minute wait for food. Another friend of mine was told similar on a different occasion. I understand that this place does carry out orders too, but there was literally only 2 other tables the night my group was informed of the 45 minute wait???

Went there on a Tuesday and no worker in sight, we eventually left thinking their was just gonna be…read moreno service, but turned out the other table near us with "customers" was the bartender talking to her friends. Lame she saw us and had dark brown hair. Boyfriend ripped a bunch of a## while we were waiting so hope she got that linger.

My husband and I ordered take out somewhat late on a Friday night; this was our first experience…read morewith Gilmore's. The food was decent... My hubby ordered a patty melt with curly fries and I got a chicken wrap with crinkle fries. Both entrees were good, but neither of us were super impressed with the fries. We were a little late picking up so our food wasn't super hot anymore, but I'm sure that was partially our fault. Overall, I'd be willing to try Gilmore's again in person.

First time customer and was loud in there and food was very good. very good waitress.read more

Stopped by this BBQ spot inside the mall, and it's a hidden gem!…read moreService was top-notch, friendly and attentive, and there's plenty of seating with casual ambiance. I ordered the 2 meats and 2 sides, 3 rib bones, a catfish fillet, and collard greens. Everything was flavorful, meaty, and cooked just right. Sweet potatoes and greens were on point. Great value. Desserts range from banana pudding to peach cobbler. I'm a repeat customer... It's that good!

Tender and smoky bbq! Delicious and affordable! Plenty of seats for dining in and the employees are…read morealways so kind and helpful!

Smokin BBQ did not disappoint! The catfish dinner was delicious with yams and baked beans. My aunt…read moreordered coleslaw (with raisins). She enjoyed it. The ambiance is quaint with soothing Jazz playing in the background. Our server, Felicity, was amazing, friendly, knowledgeable, and quick, with a beautiful smile. Loved that the Manager, Mya, stopped by each table to check on the customers and their dining experience. We'll definitely be back!

Solid BBQ! I like the candied yams and the brisket was great. Service was good and quick. The…read moreambiance was diner style and pretty standard.

This spot came highly recommended and took a couple attempts to finally stop in because they were…read moreso busy. You order your food at the door then sit down and they bring it to you when ready. I ordered the og sando and truffle fries. The fries were ok and the sando was pretty solid. It's a massive sandwich and could easily feed 2-3 people. It was a couple meals for me. If i lived in the area, i would probably come back. Good food and good vibes. Service was nothing special.

We came here for fish on a Saturday and they said they sold out Friday which is ok. The person at…read morethe door that takes your order and gives you your table number was very friendly and helpful. Daughter got a burger and fries and bf and I got the OG sandwiches, hot and medium respectively and we split a truffle fry. It's a cool little place with a good selection of top shelf bourbon, but unfortunately I don't get the hype about the food. The chicken was tough, literally had pieces as tough as cardboard I could barely chew. The first 3 or 4 bites of my sandwich were just breading. I didn't think the spice level was even as hot as Franks which I would consider mild and bf said his was barely spicy either. The fries weren't very good, not very crispy mostly limp. My daughter said the burger was good. I may go back and try something else because I really want to like it but it won't be any time soon.

If you like (and can eat breaded (and fried) foods, then this is the place for you! That King…read moresandwich (breaded steak, I believe) is ginormous and looked AMAZING! It was HUGE! As a celiac, my options were limited to the Grilled Chicken Salad and the Chicken Wings. I went with the healthier option and enjoyed my salad! Service was friendly and informative and everything you expect from small-ish town in the Midwest! I also am not able to enjoy beer any longer, so I was grateful that they offered some cider options. Delish! Would I go back? This place would be a dream if I did not have a restricted diet. So yes, if this is where my group wanted to go, I would... and I would try the wings and get another salad. Gluten-free rating: **TWO STARS** Overall rating: ****FOUR STARS****

I really enjoyed my visit to Schooner's Friday night. Set up in a house with outdoor seating in…read morethe back yard, with lots of greenery and ivied trees to enjoy. A beautiful wood bar greets you when you walk in, with some booth seating off to the side. We sat outside for dinner and enjoyed the space. Waitress was attentive with our beers and our dinners were great. We had to order the pork tenderloin, which was incredible. Moist pork within a beautiful fried coating. This kitchen knows how to fry their food. My chicken was a deep golden brown with a moist chicken breast within. YUM! I will definitely stop back in when in Bloomington. Thanks Schooners!

Fun place, good solid big portions, great huge chicken wings. The only thing is the music is so so…read moreso loud I had a headache, my chest was thumping, and I couldn't hear the conversation with my buddies. The wait staff are very attentive and sweet. They are always running around. Prime rib offered 1st and 3rd Saturdays for $48. They had specials today for V day. Lovely down to earth place. But please lower the volume on the music so I don't get hearing loss for my grandkids.

Loved the wings and hamburger. Pork sandwich was good but needed more spices. Will be back again…read more Sit outside and enjoy the town.