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The Brass Rail

4.1 (663 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Happy hour specials
Dogs allowed

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Kids menu mac n cheese
John H.

The food was good and flavorful. I had the Steak loaf and it was really good. I also had a maple old fashioned which was great. My kids both had the mac and cheese. One thought it was great and the other thought it tasted a little different. As a plus, it wasn't just Kraft like some places do for kids. My wife had the summer salad. She asked for extra grilled chicken and no cheese. They hit a homerun with the extra chicken. It was piled high. But the salad was covered with feta. Good thing my wife has no allergies or it could have been serious. We had to flag down a different server to get a replacement salad. The replacement took a while and most of us were done eating. This was a little more disappointing since my wife is gluten insensitive and struggled to find anything other than salad on the menu. Google falsely said they provided gf buns and wraps. But our server was quick to say they had nothing like that. If you're gluten-free, it looks like the ribs and smoked salmon are the only marked gf items. Our server was fine but nothing to draw us back. We tried the Brass Rail as a new place but likely won't be back due to the lack of gf options. Where we were sat was fairly loud and made it hard to hear across the table. But it was clean and plenty of room. They also had a nice looking patio.

Bourbon based cocktail was nice
Alan B.

Good-service, salad, drinks, app Bad-all entrees but especially the prime rib Went for special birthday meal/prime rib. Pretzel bite app was way good. Salad was simple but perfectly made. Prime rib...sigh...nothing good to say. Tasted about like it looked. Bland, boring and no beef flavor. Boo. I want to love this place but the meat just has missed the mark every time. Sadness.

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Cassandra S.

I've never been here before, but my friend brought me here for my birthday dinner It was very enjoyable. It was very busy. It's not real clear on how to enter. I actually entered from the side door and had to walk to the front of the restaurant so that the host would seat me. I was seated in the screened in patio room. It was very loud. Our server was very pleasant. The service was quick. I ordered the salmon which was flavorful. I also got a side salad, which was good. The guac was something that just tasted like it came out of the packaging and not fresh at all. Do not recommend.

Hand-House Made Steakloaf
Taylor R.

Was a wait on Saturday night so call ahead for seating for sure. They ran out of menus lol mushrooms were to die for. Chicken wings a bit salty n sauce we choose like the Asian n hot had a for sure kick but I would try different flavor next time. Now the house-made steqk loaf is big enough for two for sure! The aged ribeye 12 oz was great just a bit fatty n lame presentation. Mashed potatoes on point along with French dip.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich, Guacamole and Chips
Emily S.

Was unfortunately a little underwhelmed with our experience at Brass Rail! Service and food were just average. We ordered the crab cake appetizer and it was good for Midwest seafood but nothing to make a special trip for. I had the Monday night prime sirloin special and it was just kind of cold in my opinion. Dinner sides were pretty small too- I had a side of mashed potatoes and a Caesar salad. My friend had a chicken sandwich and he really liked his. He said he felt like his was priced well for the quality. I might give it another try but order another entree instead.

Tuesday $12.50 wing special. Hot, and Asian zing sauces,  and homemade blue cheese. Fries hidden underneath.
Dave W.

GET OUT! Do you like wings? Want to try a little different style? Well, The Brass Rail is here to answer that. I was told that they use a ridiculous amount of different spices to marinate the wings. They then slow smoke them, and then they are grilled to order. I love crispy buffalo wings, but these may take 1st place. If you go on Tuesday's, they have a wing special. 10 wings, on a bed of fries, with 2 sauces, and 1 dressing of your choice. Dressing choices are homemade blue cheese, and ranch. Sauce choices are hot(their buffalo), hot bbq, teriyaki, Old Bay, Thai, and Asian Zing(personal favorite!). $12.50 The staff is great. Happy hour alk day Monday, but on Tuesday's it's over @ 5(so get there early). Do yourself a favor when they hit the table. Stack the wings to the side, and the fries will stay crispy.

Cajun chicken and shrimp pasta
Michelle H.

Food was average. Shredded chicken in pasta would've been better with grilled chicken. Waitress was super friendly. Service was good- they were very busy Fun and lively atmosphere

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Excellent food. I had the smoked wings, best I'd ever had and the crab cake was really good.

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Awsome company they like to get back, especially during the holidays. Great food awesome service! Very cool ambience with the bar area!

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Simply the best food, atmosphere, & the kindest chef I've met in all of the St Charles area! Thank you!

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5 years ago

Amazing food and great service! We are regulars here! Love everything about this place!

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3 years ago

Great spot and awesome food. Highly recommend the smoked wings, quesadilla, and ribs

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3 years ago

Awesome foSteakloafod and good service. Try the ribs, they are fall off the bone delicious!!Coconut ShrimpCoconut Shrimp

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4 years ago

The Brass Rail has great food, and they do so much for the community with the yearly Thanksgiving meals that they provide.

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Lots of variety on the menu, good food and GREAT service!! I love their salads and appetizers!

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3 years ago

Always good food and service, we go regularly for family get togethers big and small! Delicious food and drinks

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3 years ago

Excellent service. The food was very good. Steaks we're cooked perfectly. Definitely recommend

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5 years ago

Always great food, great menu, great staff. We've enjoyed this place every time we go. Thanks Brass Rail.

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3 years ago

The steaks are amazing. Great service. It's a nice local place. The sides are also tasty. I love it.

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3 years ago

The food, service and owners are incredible. We had such great service at both the bar and dining room.

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Ask the Community - The Brass Rail

Do we need to make a reservation for party's over 10?

DUH. Do you know any restaurant that doesn't require reservations for a party of 10. No it doesn't. But you may need to wait a while.

Can you accommodate a person with Celiac disease?

We certainly can. We have quite a few options available

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Upstairs seating area
Upstairs seating area
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Avocado toast with egg and bacon and roasted potatoes
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The Brass Rail - tradamerican - Updated July 2026

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