A hidden gem in downtown Palatine! It's a small place serving one of the best sandwiches I have…read moreever had. Got the Cubano and the meat was extremely tender and flavorful. It had a perfect balance of richness from the meat and cheese and acidity from the pickles. The bread was crisp yet not hard and had the good crunch. The chopped chicken salad was also good with an extremely large portion size. Had a good amount of chicken and bacon and the avocado a perfect addition. Staff was extremely friendly and I felt like I was treated like family.

Ate here a few months ago and they are under new ownership. Unfortunately the Cuban sandwich is not…read morethe same. They changed something about it and not for the better. I do not feel the draw to come back.

If Ren and Stimpy were to eat here they would probably shout "Happy happy burger burger!" The menu…read moreseems pretty much the same as when the restaurant was its previous incarnation and the burgers and fries still taste good. On our last visit I had the Barrington burger because when in Barrington.... The burger was huge! The ingredients were high quality, from the bun to the veggies and crispy bacon inside. It's a pretty messy burger so be prepared to wash up afterwards. The kiddo got the mac and cheese meal and it looked like it came out of the Kraft box but no complaints from her since she likes that stuff. The smothered fries we shared were a bit too drenched in sauce for me but the fries themselves were delicious. Service was friendly and our orders didn't take too much time to make.

What a cute cafe on Highway 14! Staff was friendly and kind. They make their sauces, including the…read moreMango Habanero! The Buffalo Soldier wrap is handful with some to share. It did not disappoint. Thank you!!

I have been to Craving Gyros two times total, and both the times I have had good food and service…read more On my first visit, I had their Gyros sandwich and fries, and in my recent visit, I had their gyro burger and jalapeños cheddar poppers. Upon entering the restaurant, I checked out their menu on the wall above the ordering counter. I was craving a burger but was also in the mood to have a gyro. My eyes fell upon their gyros burger ($6.99). It came on a toasted brioche bun with a beef patty, gyro meat, lettuce, tomato, carmelized onions, and tzatziki sauce. This was the perfect item I could have ordered on this visit. I love a good gyros burger. I have had it a few times before elsewhere. I also ordered cheesy garlic bread, jalapeños cheddar poppers, and a fountain drink. The food came out shortly after ordering. My burger looked so good that I could hardly wait to dig in. The cheesy garlic bread was placed together, looking like a sandwich instead of cut-up flat pieces of bread. It was good in taste. The jalapeño cheddar poppers were hot and fresh. My very first bite of the gyros burger was full of flavor. I tasted everything that was in the burger. The gyro meat and the beef patty were flavorful and cooked properly. The tzatziki sauce added a nice touch to the flavor of the burger. The brioche bun was soft and toasted just the right way. Overall, I had a good experience again, just like I did on my first visit. The service was good, the prices were reasonable, the restaurant was clean and inviting. The restaurant is located at a busy intersection. Their parking is adjacent to the building that houses the restaurant and one or two other shops. Check out Craving Gyros if you haven't before. It is definitely worth a visit and more. I look forward to going back here again.

Great quality food and friendly, quick service. Great place to stop in for a quick lunch or dinner.read more

Food was fantastic! For our 40 person party. Dealing with Anthony and Lisa was seamless. Will…read moredefinitely have them cater my next one!

Food is ok . The focaccia sandwich isn't as good as I remember. The pasta salad was dripping in oil…read more, the chicken in the chicken soup was tough . I asked for a small and got a pint . There's still a huge plastic divider when trying to place order so he can't hear properly and not very friendly . People don't stick around to eat here . They mostly have to go orders . The only thing I like is their cannolis so I may be back for that one day

May 26th 2026 We had…read morethe pleasure of Carry-Out ordering and enjoying several slabs of Brandt's well known BBQ Pork Ribs yesterday! Every part of our experience from ordering through gorging was a delight!! The Ribs flavor, tenderness, temperature, sauce and preparation easily earned five+ stars from our gang. What a great experience!!! Thank You!! Paul Heinze and family!!!!

Love the pub style burgers here--you choose your bun and how you want it cooked, so if you like it…read moremore rare and juicy or more done they'll make it to order. The fish and chips are also pretty good with a light, crispy batter. And the kids sliders are the perfect size for littles under 10 yo, otherwise they might need more. And most recently, the server let us know it comes with an ice cream sandwich or a drink--I don't think we were given that option in the past. We've been getting burgers from here for years, and I will say the burgers are consistently great. The fries seem to have changed over the years--I feel like they don't salt them anymore, but I prefer that because then I can control it from being too salty.

Huge fan of the pizza here! I always get a side of ranch and they don't live you a little side, but…read morea nice big one. Great drink deals and selection too.

Best thin crust pizza around. Reasonably priced. We sat at the bar on a friday early evening. The…read moreplace was packed with commuters, sports fans, families and locals all eating pizza. No frills sports bar with cement flooring. Good service at bar. Excellent crispy hot pizza. I haven't been here since it was Burning Ambitions cigar and restaurant bar. Not much has changed inside except upper level tables are gone. I'd definitely go back for the pizza. Nice barkeep ladies serving up hot pizza.

Solid Mediterranean venue from a family-owned restaurant that ensures your meal is made to order…read more GYRO PLATE Everything you'd expect from a fast food gyro with great flavor, paper thin slices of onion, and fresh tomato. While I identify with other Yelper's 'concerns' over excessive sauce and toppings, I'm a BIG fan of accoutrement. I have no problem pushing some of the sauce or toppings aside so I can focus on the food. I found myself adding the components I want to create the flavor I was aiming for.

Got a double cheeseburger from them. Very tasty. Only gripe was I had to pay extra for fries. 10/10…read morewould order again.

Great location and atmosphere right on LakenZurich Highly…read morerecommended for a good casual experience

Needed to fill up on cheese curds (best in Lake County) and tots because the patty melt was…read morehorrible. On white bread, barely toasted and tasted like old margarine was used. Service was sub par. Waitress was more interested in her friends sitting at the bar or her social media on her phone. No wonder the dining room was almost vacant Not sure what has happened to this place. Used to be our go-to pub.

I absolutely LOVE that this place is a drive thru. That general area can be a bit of a nightmare…read morewith parking, so it's nice not having to battle. I've tried my fair amount of smoothies from here & each one is pretty tasty - I'm a big fan of the island detox green, mostly because some of the others can be pretty high in calories. I highly recommend getting the app, there's so many discounts you can use to get the price of a smoothie down. I will say, that sometimes the wait times in the drive thru can be very, very long. I'm not sure if that's normal for a smoothie place, but don't expect to be in/out like some fast food places. Overall, I think this is a great addition to the area!

Tropical Smoothie Cafe has been one of my go to spots for a flavorful smoothie. Unfortunately, the…read morelocation in Lake Zurich is disgusting. They prepped my sweet potatoes without being conscientiousness to what they were serving. The photo provided speaks for itself. They are serving mold. Not recommended. Health department needs to inspect this location.

I've avoided this place for a few years because twice in a row, their hotdogs were served with…read moresoggy buns. I thought I'd give it another try today, and Whaddya know? Buns are soggy. Counterman's defense was that the buns were steamed (likely over steamed). Well, pretty much everyone steams their buns and others don't have the same problem. The condiments were a bit sloppy, and that plus the buns make a dog that just wants to fall apart. There are several dog&burger joints nearby, and of the ones I've tried, they're all better.

Had their Gumbo. It was the worst Gumbo small pc's of chicken & only had 3half pc's of their…read moreAndouille Sausage. Rice was slumped & pasty. Nothing but a spicy flavor. Nowhere close to a box Gumbo. I can taste & undstand why they only sell it once a year. Unfortunately it's only made with old & mostlikey outdated product. Don't waste your money go next door to 7-11 & eat their hotdogs or outdated pizza. Zero star Rating.