Something Sweet

What a charming little cafe! We have been on a roll of trying new coffee shops near us and this…read moretime it was the latte cafe! It was so fun to find it on a corner like a standalone house with a full parking lot. They also have an enclosed patio which I can only imagine would be so fun during the summer. We got the cherry cordial cold brew, and the matcha flight. The cold brew was good, it had the hints of cherries with in. I loved the matcha flight, honestly the vanilla matcha as basic as that sounds was my absolute favorite but I cannot wait to try the chai flight! For breakfast I got the caprese sandwich and my husband got the breakfast burrito and we split it. Both were great, the caprese sandwich was delish! I keep thinking to myself I need to try to make that for breakfast now because it was that good! And for our sweet treat dessert we got the carrot cake whoopie. It was good but it felt like there was too much cake to the filling ratio, I almost feel like it needed to be half the amount of cake. Overall a great experience! The staff was nice and the shop was so cute to hang out and work in! Can't wait to come back and try more.

Such a cozy friendly little coffee shop! I've only ever had their coffee drinks but I LOVE the…read moreconcept of the flights - it's such an easy concept that no one else is doing and they are executing perfectly. Also very fun for the kids with lemonade and hot chocolate flights. I've been here for coffee on our way up to Wisconsin as well as attended two different events. It's a very cute little place and I love supporting local businesses especially when it comes to coffee!

Interior

Breakfast sandwich with egg, ham, bacon on everything bagel.

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Exterior

Sweet Discoveries

4.5(28 reviews)

Cindy made an absolutely beautiful cake!! It was an almond raspberry flavor and was so delicious. I…read morewill 100% be using her services again and again. She was prompt in her responses and professional.

Our cake was truly amazing! Everyone complimented how cute it was and how amazing it tasted!…read more Cindy was able to bring our vision to life. Can you spot the hidden Mickeys on our cake? (Not sure how the picture will post but see if you guys can find them!)

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Ice Box

4.7(3 reviews)

1.5 mi

Love this little ice cream shop inside of the Fire Pitt. It does have it's own entrance but the…read moreinside is connected. Ice cream can be ordered from Fire Pitt while dining in. They serve the fantastic Chocolate Shoppe ice cream and rotate flavors. In my opinion, this is the best scoopable ice cream out there so I'm so happy they carry it. I love their flavor selection, I believe it's about 31 flavors that rotate so there's something for everyone. What can be improved upon: Mark ice cream as dairy free, GF, soy, etc. to help with dietary restrictions and offer more sundae toppings. I'm hoping this comes in time, since they're still fairly new, they are off to a great start. I look forward to reviewing the Ice Box again when they are more established.

Heaven! Rhubarb Crumble ice cream!!! You have to be kidding me. OUTSTANDING!!! Tried the…read moreblueberry and cinnamon also. Best stuff around and worth every penny.

Oliverii North

3.9(266 reviews)

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Went for the second time this week. Was pretty busy around dinner time on a Saturday. Service was…read morefriendly and knowledgeable. Food was delicious and perfect portions. They bring bread with olive oil to start and the dishes come with a soup or salad. I believe it's the manager there, but he is so friendly to everyone and we will defintely be coming more often.

Went here with my daughter and her family, along with our cousin, to celebrate my birthday…read more The food was very delicious and all of enjoyed the meals that each of us chose. Pasta was done perfectly just like I ordered it ("Al Dente") and the sauce was made just right, not too sharp or sweet, and unlike some places that I have been to over the years, you could tell that it was made fresh and not just something from a jar, and definitely not somewhat watery. Definitely a place worth going to again. Service was also very friendly and helpful and the cost was very reasonable.

Dinner Room

Fruto de Mar

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Bar

Rivalry Alehouse

3.9(125 reviews)

Food is good. I'm a big fan with their chicken wings…read more Service is good by the bartender. Ambiance is good. Weekend is live music.

This restaurant has quietly matured over time, settling into a reliable presence that rewards…read morerepeat visits rather than chasing novelty. We have dined here on several occasions, and it does seem to improve with age, particularly as a neighborhood destination for drinks. In warmer months, the rooftop is a genuine asset--an inviting spot for a pre-dinner cocktail or a relaxed evening out. On our most recent visit, a cold evening, we were seated immediately, a welcome efficiency that set a positive tone. The dining room's very high ceilings, while attractive, do contribute to a chill during winter months, making the atmosphere less cozy than one might hope on such nights. Service, however, was attentive and efficient throughout the meal. The bar continues to be a strong point. A well-made martini impressed my wife and was fully consistent with our prior experiences here. The French onion soup stood out as a comforting and well-executed choice, particularly satisfying on a cold night. Entrées were solid and competently prepared, though ultimately unremarkable--good, but not memorable. Overall, this is a restaurant that delivers dependable food and service without striving for distinction. While the kitchen does not reach for the extraordinary, the drinks alone make it a worthwhile stop, especially when paired with the rooftop in summer or a well-crafted cocktail at the bar year-round.

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Banquet space

Sunset Grill

3.9(89 reviews)

2.5 mi

We've lived in the area for 35+ years and never been there. But we will make it a favorite from now…read moreon. Our waitress went out of her way to make sure we were satisfied - and we were! We went at Christmas time and they went above and beyond with inside decorations - great place to get holiday cheer. We had fish fry and it was perfect - large pieces and light crispy coating. Baked was also delicious. We will be back!

This was our first time checking out this place. We were seated right away outside, which was…read moreperfect since the weather was great. Our drink orders were taken promptly, followed by our appetizers. For starters, we had the pretzel bites and cheese curds. The cheese curds were delicious -- and served in cube form, which was a fun and unique touch. The pretzel bites were decent, though a bit dry in some spots; thankfully, the cheese sauce helped. We also tried the popcorn, which was just okay -- some pieces tasted a little stale. As for the main dishes, everything we tried was pretty good! We ordered the Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos, the Avocado Wrap, the Chicken Caprese Sandwich, and the Pesto Grilled Cheese. Each dish was flavorful, and I especially enjoyed the orzo and the combination of flavors with the Boom Boom Shrimp -- it all worked really well together. Overall, it was a solid first visit and I'd come back to try more!

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Inside

Little Bean Coffee Company

4.3(77 reviews)

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Definitely more of a 3.5 star place than a 4 star place, but I guess I'll round up…read more Coffee was good, café itself is decorated nicely with lots of seating and even separate areas in other rooms for different parties to congregate without being overly noisy. The food was.. not particularly great. High prices and a long wait for a "grilled panini" sandwich that came out crispy on the outside, soggy in the middle, and resolutely room temperature throughout. Gross.

Ventured out to try a new coffee shop today, and I'm disappointed that I did…read more In terms of location, this place has a lot going for it. And, the fact that they sell Holcomb Hollow goodies was awesome. But just about everything else was lacking. I found the staff behind the counter to be gruff and unpleasant. Everything moved at a snails pace; I couldn't believe that a simple cold brew coffee (black) took 10 minutes. The shop is very artistic and has a lot to take in (in terms of decor, things for sale, etc.). It was overwhelming. There is a lot of seating area and separate rooms to congregate in, but even in poking my head in to look around, I received looks that felt territorial and unwelcoming. My coffee was fine, but really nothing to write home about. Not at all interested in trying this place again.

Interior counter

Breakfast Burrito

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Berry Bramble Matcha

The Rustic Cheesecake

5.0(4 reviews)

Ordered a gluten free white chocolate raspberry cheesecake and it was heavenly. The crust was…read moreperfection. Great customer service too! Can't wait to order again. Also, tried a mini turtle cheesecake (regular) from Casa Ruiz that sells theirs and it was sooo good. It had a pecan pie type topping with fudge, pecans, caramel. Seriously. Cannot recommend more.

Delicious. No storefront unfortunately and mostly just made to order. But SO WORTH the order! She…read moremakes the cheesecakes out of a Mexican restaurant she has a partnership with. We got our first cheesecake from her for my husband's birthday and we ate it for a week! It was amazing. I'm from NY and we moved here 3 years ago and have been missing cheesecake since them. On a whim I decided to give rustic cheesecake a try and it was so worth it! You can taste the butter in the crust. The cheesecake is so creamy. All the toppings are quality ingredients. I can't say enough about it. We tried the peanut butter cup cheesecake and it was delicious.

Dutch Apple Pie Cheesecake

Carmel Pecan Cheesecake

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Banana Cream Pie Cheesecake

Station 51 Truck Company Bar and Grill

3.7(88 reviews)

0.0 mi

Loved loved loved this restaurant!…read more The cheese curds were absolutely delicious, as well as the station bacon. The Caesar salad was massive but could've used a better dressing. Our waitress was phenomenal and I absolutely loved the decor!

Ordered carryout from Station 51 in Antioch (Hackney's loaf/large thin onion rings and half order…read morechicken nachos) and the whole experience was frustrating. First, the pickup situation was ridiculous. I walked in, no one at the counter, no staff in sight--just two customers sitting at the bar eating. It's a typical local bar vibe. My order was just sitting there in a bag on the counter with zero name, ticket, or anything to identify it. I had to open the bag to even check if it was mine. No one came out the whole time I was there. Felt sketchy and unprofessional--like they just tossed it out and disappeared. I grabbed it and left without ever seeing an employee. As for the food: the Hackney's loaf (their big pile of thin onion rings) came without the ranch or maple chipotle BBQ sauces that are supposed to be included. I've been to Hackney's and it doesn't come close to the original. On top of that, the onions tasted sour and off--like they weren't fresh or the fryer oil was old. Greasy, sour, and barely edible. I threw it away. The half order chicken nachos were mediocre at best. Very little chicken, chips were good, but they absolutely drowned everything in BBQ sauce. Way too much--it overpowered everything. Just a sloppy, one-dimensional mess. I ate dinner off the chips and threw the rest of that away too. Between the abandoned pickup, missing sauces, sour-tasting onion rings, and over-sauced nachos, this was a total letdown, $32 wasted. For the prices they charge, there's no excuse for such poor execution and zero customer service at pickup. I won't be back to Station 51--there are way better options. Avoid if you value fresh food and competent service.

Bar area. Cool old fire hydrants and lighting!

Station 51 Truck Company Bar and Grill - The Buffalo Sandwich: Grilled or fried chicken tossed in house made Buffalo, topped with shredded lettuce and smoked Gouda, on Brioche bun.

The Buffalo Sandwich: Grilled or fried chicken tossed in house made Buffalo, topped with shredded lettuce and smoked Gouda, on Brioche bun.

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The Lodge of Antioch

3.8(108 reviews)

0.0 mi

Very few people when we got there for a Friday night but Dad wanted fish fry for his birthday and…read morewanted to try The Lodge. It's a seat yourself kinda place with a great vibe of music and location. Bathrooms are clean with cute "nuts" and "no nuts" signs on the door. I ordered the Italian beef with fries dinner and my husband and his dad ordered the fried cod with fries. Italian beef was little shy on the meat for the cost. Fries were lightly coated but definitely of the frozen variety. Beef was on garlic bread which is exactly how I make it at home. I added cheese. Fried cod was crispy and nicely battered. Cole slaw didn't taste fresh made. No bread accompanied the fish fry. Service was very good. She checked on us frequently. Lots of to go orders and by the time we left, every seat was full. Only had one coffee and two waters as well as an appetizer to share (forgot to get a picture) but our bill with tip was $96.

We had a large group, 12 people. Back room is dirty & dimly…read morelit. Food was typical bar food. Paint or finish was peeling off the tabletop. Server was not prepared for our group. She was very nice but had to be reminded, to get napkins, utensils and to go containers. There was no salt or pepper on the tables. I would not recommend.