We found this gem in downtown Elgin. It's a super quaint nostalgic diner serving up all of your…read morefavorite diner meals for lunch and diner, but they are also serving house made ice cream and malts. What we had: **Tuna Deluxe with fries ** Cheeseburger with fries ** Chocolate malt~ AMAZING The server was so friendly, and explain some history and about the upstairs dining area an invited us to check it out after our meal. During the warmer months they also have outside seating available. This is a must try for just the malts themselves!!

Better late than never! This review is coming exactly a year after my visit, but the meal was…read morememorable enough that I still remember everything. They started us off with some grilled bread and butter that was perfectly toasty and warm, which I paired with a creamy soup for a great start to the meal. I also finally tried schnitzel for the first time! Along with spatzle, which I enjoyed it so much even though I didn't know what to expect! The dessert was easily the best part, though. We shared a butter pecan malt shake with chocolate fudge and it was amazing . They still use those old-school milkshake machines and bring you the extra in the metal cup, which is such a great nostalgic touch. The atmosphere inside is lovely too, especially all the framed photos of historical buildings that used to be in downtown Elgin! The staff were so friendly too. The waiter was such a sweetheart and made the experience even more enjoyable.

I was honestly pleasantly surprised by Elgin Public House. The food tasted very, very…read moregood--definitely exceeded my expectations. Everything was flavorful and well put together, and it made for a great dining experience in the moment. The atmosphere was also nice, and overall it felt like a solid spot to grab a meal. The only downside was that the food ended up making my stomach hurt afterward, which took away from the experience a bit. Still, based on taste alone, it was impressive, and I'd consider going back while maybe trying something different next time.

Elgin Public House is the kind of neighborhood spot that seems to have a little bit of everything…read more-- and somehow makes it work. The menu is broad without feeling unfocused, offering enough variety to satisfy just about anyone at the table. The beer selection is massive, the atmosphere is lively and fun, and the service keeps pace with the energy of the room. It's an easy place to gather, settle in, and stay longer than you originally planned.

Perfect little stop in when you're wandering around the downtown Elgin area for things like the…read morefarmer's market. Decent selection of booze and mixed drinks, really good prices, and carry-out cups for wandering. What more can you ask for?

We had a great time a Lounge 51. Cool concept, perfect sized menu for lite bites, good view inside…read morethe Dream Hall building and excellent craft beers. We loved the arugula, goat cheese pizza with caramelized onions, and we even like the veggie/hummus tray. It was basic but tasty. I will try to hit this up in Elgin a couple times a year. Great local business and business owner to support, as he really supports the community.

I keep coming back for the Detroit style pizza. It is really good! Also good, the salads,…read morepotstickers, mozzarella sticks, burgers, fries, wings and pretzel bites. Their sauces and dressings seem to be homemade and all really tasty! It is just sometimes service isn't so good. Sometimes the food is meh. The beef sandwich was dry, the chicken fingers overcooked and Cuban sandwich ok. I just wish they were more consistent. I joined the rewards program and have taken advantage of that. They also have lunch and happy hour specials.

YAY you have Kegan now! He's a great bartender! Got the pizza again, so good. The fries are so…read moredifferent and really GOOD! Never change them. Loved the cocktails. Have Kegan take over the cocktails, he comes up with some really good ones! Will be back!

We celebrated my granddaughters graduation And ordered the…read moreshrimp elote tacos And they were very good!! Loved them And loved the music on top of that beautiful vibe . Definitely coming back

The Food is good. The alcoholic beverages all 4 of us had tasted very weak. Server was nice and…read moreattentive. Sat inside and It was kinda too loud though with the tv and live music playing through the speakers. It was just a bit hard to hear our friends talking. It was overall an okay experience, I will probably go back at some point

Great food great prices good service try take out meals lots of food…read morecooked just how you like it- My family was very impressed. Great tasting . Jack Childers

River Street Tavern is the kind of local spot every town hopes to have -- relaxed, lively, and…read moreconsistently good. The menu is well-rounded, the drinks are solid, and there's an easy confidence to the whole place. Nothing here is chasing trends or trying to reinvent anything, and that's part of the appeal. They know what they do, they do it well, and sometimes that kind of restraint is its own virtue.

Went here for my birthday dinner and I'm so glad we did. First off the restaurant is beautiful…read moreinside perfect for a date night, anniversary, or special occasion. For drinks my wife got the a pineapple cocktail similar to a. Malibu pineapple that must be new because it's not on the online menu. And I ordered the Cucumber margarita, both were very good and my wife loved hers. We ended not getting appetizers but will next time. For dinner, my wife chose the Wagyu Double Smash burger, it was very good, but we did feel it was missing some peppers or something spicy on it. I went with the 15oz Altair Grass Fed Wagyu Ribeye, cooked perfectly and the meat was very tender. I actually asked for an enhancement not shown on their menu, which was a bleu cheese crust and it was amazing, I highly recommended getting steaks here it was a 10/10. Our server was also so attentive and amazing, he actually brought out a huge slice of cake for us to share and had enough to take home. For sides we did share the Bone Marrow Potato Purée, and it was also a 10/10. Everything was eaten, will definitely be coming back and also need to check out the beautiful bar sometime

We've been to The Greggory at least five to six times since their opening and have left impressed…read moreevery time. We keep bringing friends to try out the restaurant. We tell all our city friends who join us, this restaurant is the closest you'll get to City food quality, ambiance, and quality of service. It's become our go to when we want a nice dinner. We haven't ordered anything on the menu we didn't like, but we always order the mini Reuben sandwich's, popover rolls, and mini pigs n a blanket every visit! We're equally impressed by the level of service, it's on par with many of the top level steak restaurant in the city. If you're questioning giving the Greggory a try, definitely make a reservation, you won't be disappointed

First time visiting RK's Bar & Grill and won't be the last time. Prior to stopping at RK's, my wife…read moreand I had left a bar in South Elgin that had no concern for customers and it showed. RK's was immediately different upon entering! Greeted by the bartenter Laura and she stayed connected to us. Made sure we had what we needed and was great! The kitchen was closed for a remodel. The free popcorn was appreciated. Looking forward to the reopening of the kitchen to try the food. Drinks were excellent! The 2 piece band did a nice job and were engaging with the patrons and not just playing music. A shout out to the Staff at RK's and to Karri for responding to my email about a left behind jacket. I was able to pick up the jacket the next day. A lot of places would not care or make the effort. I really appreciate RK's Bar & Grill! Looking forward to the next visit!

Great food and atmosphere. Buckets of beer are a great deal and tons of TV screens throughout the…read morebar& grill