Erv's Mug: Located in Oak Creek, WI just south of Milwaukee, Erv's Mug opened just over 45 years…read moreago in 1979 by Erv & Barb and is still family operated today. There is a small portion for outdoor seating, but it's the interior that makes this place unique. A panoply of saloon memorabilia covers the walls and ceiling in its entirety. It is an impressive site to behold. It was neat spotting some of the items that are also in my personal collection, and I could write all day about the décor, but this is a food review. My family and I dined there on 8/5 for my brother's birthday. I'll begin by saying our waitress Cindy did an excellent job as she was friendly and attentive. For my entrée, I went with the Monterey Steak Bites, which is listed as an appetizer on the menu. I'm not the largest guy, so the 6oz of grilled black angus steak was plenty for me. The bites are sauteed with white wine, mushrooms, garlic butter, and topped with a layer of melty Monterey Jack Cheese. Everything about this dish was perfect. My steak was tender and juicy, the mushrooms were abundant, large, and fresh, the garlic flavoring was noticeable but not overpowering, and the plethora of cheese was more than enough to satisfy this cheesehead. If there was any negative to it, it would be that it was so rich, I had a bit of a stomachache after, but that's why I don't eat this way all the time. Almost forgot to mention, it comes with a tiny cocktail fork that was ideal for spearing the steak and mushrooms. Phenomenal job, Doughboy approved Doughboy_Food_Reviews *The plethora of drinks on the menu was also impressive

I've been to Erv's a few times and it's clearly a community favorite because it's always packed! So…read moremuch fun stuff to look at though around the inside of the restaurant to keep you from getting bored or if your server takes a minute longer than you'd like, although service is always fast and friendly when I've been here. The food itself is okay. Although the menu itself is pretty big, I have a hard time finding flavorful healthier options when I go in. I've had the salads and bowls but was still underwhelmed in the flavor department, especially if I'm skipping on the dressing. Others I know think the food is good so give it a whirl, everyone has different tastes!

First time here and won't be our last. We were told to stop and have pizza per some friends. It is…read morenow a top choice when we crave pizza. Cracker crust, great fresh toppings and very flavorful. We enjoyed a tap beer as well.

The pizza pies (EBA) have been great while the service has always made sure they arrived hot out of…read morethe oven! Our "go to place" in Oak Creek!

What a great find!…read more We're in town from Illinois for a baseball tournament and stopped by Oak Creek Diner for breakfast. From the moment we walked in, we knew we'd found a local favorite. The counter service was a great bonus and gave the place that classic diner feel. Everything we ordered was fantastic. The corned beef hash was some of the best we've had, the Western omelette was loaded with fresh ingredients, and the meat lovers skillet was hearty, packed with bacon, sausage, ham, and plenty of flavor. Every plate came out hot, the portions were generous, and everything was cooked just right. Friendly service, great food, and a classic diner atmosphere. If you're in the Oak Creek area, whether you're a local or just passing through like we were, this place is absolutely worth the stop. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town!

After my last breakfast experience of $22+ for a chili cheese omelette for one person from a dive…read morerestaurant I came here for breakfast for two people which was $30 with one coffee at a nicer diner. This is a solid breakfast spot and every table was in service towards the end of our meals. We had a chili cheese omelette and the country fried steak breakfast. I had the country fried steak this time but I did have the chili cheese omelette on my last visit and I didn't snap any pictures because a customer had a medical emergency and an ambulance and fire truck came to the restaurant but I remember liking it. The decor is nothing fancy but it's not a dive with over priced omelets like my breakfast experience, look at my last review. The country fried steak was noticeably bigger than most places around town except for NA cafe which is a real country steak and I just expected a frozen restaurant supply quality. It was golden brown with that commercial sausage gravy which is the norm for 99% of breakfast restaurants around town so I'm not going to knock them on that because I'm a country fried steak guy all my life. The sunny side up eggs were cooked perfectly. The extra crispy hash browns were cooked perfectly and the sourdough toast was better than the average restaurant where you couldn't tell if it was white or sourdough with that chew. Overall it's a solid breakfast spot with all my visits and at $13 it's $9 cheaper than my last breakfast experience at a dive restaurant and hits the spot.

Great service, delicious food always. I eat there at least 4 times a month. I highly recommend!read more

Nice place, good choice for traditional American breakfast. The rest of the choices, like for…read morelunch, are pretty much okay. Service is usually good, I am disappointed in the weak coffee, but it is bottomless and in real ceramic mugs. Great location right off the Interstate.

We had a wonderful breakfast/brunch here on a busy Sunday morning. We were given a 25-30 minute…read moretime frame for a table, which they definitely beat. The little puffy donuts they give you when you sit down are delightful and a different touch. We had the Nutella crepes, pancakes, eggs and bacon. This is all pretty standard stuff of course, but all executed very well and blindingly fast. One small criticism was the distribution of Nutella on the crepes - it seemed like there was too much at first, but we believe its because the crepes were folded and then Nutella and fruit were added. It might be a nice touch to spread some of the Nutella on the crepes before folding? Either way, the flavors were nice, fruit seemed fresh and the crepes were well made - not paper thin and also not doughy. Service was super friendly and welcoming.

Always a favorite spot for a breakfast or lunch. We picked up a family member from the airport so…read morewe decided on HONEY BUTTER CAFE. The ambiance is chill and the restaurant is always busy. There was a short wait time. Not too bad. What a treat! We ordered the Biscoff Loukoumades, but this time we didn't get the complimentary order. We then ordered all water and one coffee. Later ordered a Honey Blossom which we never received. Our entrees were the Pork Belly Skillet worth Berry Mascarpone Pancakes (less cream and loaded with fruit), a Texas Burger with fries and a Gyro Panni. Usually we are thrilled and the food is great, today they really enjoyed their meals but something tasted off with the pork belly skillet. Something was really off from the many times we've visited prior. Either way, the visit was nice and she was happy and that's all that really matters.

We came here late at night. We didn't get to try any of their food and only came to try out their…read morefrozen custard. They had on the menu, a blue moon shake for a limited time. I originally went in for some blue moon custard but decided to get the shake instead with zero regrets. My son did get this triple chocolate custard that tasted amazing as well. The staff was great. We showed up late and they still took care of us with no issues. I can definitely see myself returning for some more frozen custard as well as their food.

Georgie Porgie's is a counter service spot with a tree fort theme that makes it genuinely fun to…read morewalk into. We went for Saturday lunch and sat inside, though they also have outdoor dining if the weather cooperates. My husband was happy with his burger, and my chicken tenders were solid -- the homemade ranch dipping sauce is worth noting specifically. They also offer locally crafted sodas made with cane sugar. We tried the lemon lime and blue raspberry, both refreshing and a nice touch over the standard fountain options. We will be back.

I've eaten here many times and enjoyed it... this time I was quite disappointed! So the service was…read moreexcellent and our server was attentive. I decided to try something different and got the special Spanikopiomlette. Very disappointed! I have never had their omelettes before but it was really overcooked. Not fluffy at all! It was supposed to have feta in it and I could not taste the feta at all and the sauce on top was almost flavorless. It definitely looked better than it tasted. My son's eggs were also overcooked. The pancakes were delicious and my friend enjoyed her meal as well. It was really the eggs. I would usually say something bit I was with a friend and we were having a good time. I didn't want to spoil it.

My wife & I came here on a weekday brunch after a doctor's appointment. My wife grew up in the area…read moreso we've gone here a time or two. Also, have gone to one in Brookfield which was amazing. The place inside is far larger than you'd expect from looking on the outside. I got the Chicken & Chorizo Skillet (Choricero). It was delicious & very filling. They have sourdough bread, which is a plus. The skillet was far deeper than I expected. It is always a toss up between skillets and omelettes for me. The waitress said the skillets are the fan favorites. My wife got a Pancake on the special with chocolate & strawberry. She is 37 weeks pregnant so having something sweet was really hitting the spot for her.

First time at this location. It was a decent experience…read more Food: We started with a couple of beverages: a beer for her and a hot tea for me. They carry Rishi teas, which always have great flavor. To start, we ordered the Korean cauliflower. It came out in a reasonable amount of time and had nice flavor, was served hot, and was a good portion. There were some nicely sized pieces on top, but underneath was a pile of smaller pieces that turned into a bit of a gooey mess. For our entrees, I had the Hot Bacon Salad, and she ordered the fish tacos. Both were good, served hot, and had solid flavor. Portions were generous, and we ended up taking some home. Service: Service throughout the meal was very good. They did a great job getting us settled with waters and menus. Our server was super enthusiastic and friendly, and the pacing was spot on. Nice job, Brandon. Atmosphere: It's a well-designed space. It was very busy, though there were still plenty of booths and seating options. Unfortunately, we were seated next to a small group that was video chatting and had a screaming baby on the other end. I like babies... just not while I'm eating. Overall: Mostly a good experience. I would go back, with a request to sit in a quieter area.

With 4 in our group only one had issues. I had the…read morecheeseburger which was a failure. The bun was dry; the burger itself was dry & tasteless. It came with house chips which were not fresh. I did not eat much of the bun and only 1/2 the meat and a few chips. I should have complained so that's on me. Now for the server. she was great. Stopped by often and very friendly. Would I go back, yes, I would if in the area but won't order the burger for sure. With 4 in our group and only one issue I gave a 3-star rating.

Visited for my hubby's birthday. It was fairly busy. We came in at noon on a Saturday. We were…read moreseated pretty promptly after a tiny wait and our waitress came and was very kind and helpful. We placed an order for the cactus onion app first and a strawberry margarita and got ordered. Followed by our meals, which were the portobello chicken meal with corn and fries and a mushroom Jack chicken sandwich with fries and a pickle spear. Everything was good and served hot and promptly. This location has a low average rating, but we have enjoyed our visits when we do come. Hopefully if you come for a visit, you'll enjoy. There is plenty of parking and the restaurant was clean. The fresh bread and sweet butter is yummy and the bagged peanuts are a nice touch. They seat bigger parties and the restaurant is decorated fun with good music.

The best way to start off this review is to just say ...everything was perfect. The atmosphere was…read morevibrant yet relaxing. Our waitstaff was excellent. He checked up on us, refilled our drinks and bread, and had the most positive attitude. The food was delicious and the menu had so much to choose from. I have not been to a Texas Roadhouse prior and after being there this weekend, they definitely made me a fan. Even the manager came by to check to see how our meal was. Great job to the entire team.

All Lent I have been doing reviews of cod fry's. A few times I wanted something else, but I stayed…read morewith cod as that was my goal. Well I did not do cod today, I did shrimp dinner instead. The cod was all you can eat and honestly I can only eat 1 or 2 pieces. The all you can eat cod/haddock is $18. Their menu says cod or haddock depending on availability. I had the shrimp dinner and my husband had a BLT. As you can see the BLT lacked some B, but he said other than that it was very good. The shrimp was great! I got 12 shrimp, cole slaw, waffle fries, (lot's of waffle fries), cocktail sauce, rye bread and they threw in tarter sauce for no reason at all. It is a good deal for $19. The shrimp dinner and walleye dinner are served every day per their menu, the cod/haddock is Friday only. I have to add the rye bread has salt on the top of the bread and that combo is so good. You get 2 small slices with the dinner. As for the lack of bacon on the BLT, we went to Olive Tree in the Market Place in Oak Creek on Tuesday for lunch with some friends and it was the same, lacking bacon. I am wondering if this is becoming a thing.

It took a minute or two for the hostess to come to the front counter and seat us. We had a pleasant…read moreserver. She brought our drinks and took our order in a timely manner. When my main entree arrived, I took a bite of each item. Two of the items were lukewarm, and one of the items was cold. When someone came around asking how the food was. I said the whole plate needs to be heated up because one item was cold and two were lukewarm. When he returned my plate, the two items were still lukewarm, but the other one was hot. So they just replaced the one item instead of reheating the entire plate like I asked. The food was tasty, just not to my temperature liking. It's a nice atmosphere so you can choose a bar area booth table outside or a separate "garage" area.