The Spillway is awesome. Halfway between nowhere and the back of beyond along the Mississippi River…read morein far Northeast Iowa lies the very small historic town of Harpers Ferry, where fishing and hunting isn't a sport, it's been a way of life since the beginning of time. And today, we discovered a timeless rural supper club. Read that; 'Bar and Amazing Grill & Pizza Joint'. The Spillway is a destination worthy of a national tour of local greats proving that home town beats big town every time. We passed by this place for years traveling on the Iowa side of the Mississippi between Lansing and Marquette. Then we see that the Spillway is a top five finalist in the Iowa Pork Producers annual best Iowa Pork Tenderloin sandwich competition. Well, what do you do? You go see for yourself, obviously. And Spillway is a major contender. Now, where to begin: The Spillway atmosphere is magnificent. Awesomeness as only a dark old river bar can be. You know you have struck rural gold when you walk into a dimly lit tavern and see over 25 trophy buck deer head mounts on the walls. If eating at the bar isn't your thing, the other side of the place is a well lit dining room of the kind you only find in this region. Nothing fancy, but sufficiently functional to host the Pope to one of the best tenderloin sandwiches in Iowa. We tried both the traditional breaded, and the no-breading grilled with various condiments. I'm a purist. Breaded, generous onions, dill pickles, and yellow mustard. My wife goes for grilled. But, we had the ultimate judge with us. My 92 year old mother. She is a breaded, tomato, lettuce, no onions, person. We all loved our sandwiches. Yes, Spillway is a righteous competitor for the 2023 Iowa title. Mom says hers was the most tender and flavorful pork she has had in ages. And Mom is picky: well earned in her centennial decade. Spillway breading is a light golden crispy crust that reminded me of a really well done tempura, fried to tenderloin sandwich perfection. The onion rings were equally perfect, as were the bar standard crinkle fries. I congratulate Spillway in leaving off the salt. Us older folks appreciate the lower sodium standard. Many thanks. Beyond our target tenderloin lunch today, Spillway's menu is something I'll return to explore. Especially the burgers and that awesome looking thin crust pizza. Could be a national pizza destination too, but needs further research! Value? Just look at the menu picture. Enough said. While I can be as much a beer snob as anyone, spending stupidly for a so-called craft beer, Spillway wins the day. $1.50 PBR long necks. That's VALUE. Say what you want about PBR, but it's one of America's oldest beers and what was good for my great granddad is good for me. Just go with the place and the rare moment gracing you when you find your way to Spillway.

The lady bartending was rude and not friendly. I asked for a menu and she just gave me a dirty look.read more

Our friends took us there after highly recommending it. We made the 2hr drive for what was to be to…read moredie for food. Sad to say I was disappointed. We ordered two appetizers- river rat balls & brushetta. Both were really good. All four of ordered the Saturday special of prime rib. Came with two sides. The side salad was the bombdotcom with homemade croutons. The American fries were decent but a bit soggy. The prime rib had ZERO seasoning and I paid an upcharge of $1.00 to make it Cajun. Nope... no flavor. Nada. Just a hunk of meat. I did scope out all other food coming from the small kitchen where you could hear the staff having a great time. It looked good so maybe we ordered wrong... but the menu is limited on prime rib days and what I normally would order wasn't available. Side note- I've worked in the restaurant business... not one person in the kitchen had hair nets on. Food was handles with barehands and I saw repeated cross contamination. The prime rib they cut our hunks off of laid on a counter dripping blood onto the floor that then had a towel thrown over it. I didn't feel great about eating our meal after noting all this.

I've been coming to Spring Lake Inn for around 25 years. Over the past 5 or 6 years it really went…read moredown in quality. Everything use to be perfect. I stopped going to Spring Lake for a few years and just recently went back when I heard they had new owners. I was pleasantly surprised! I had the peel and eat shrimp which were cooked perfectly. My dad had the prime rib, while it did not have the herb crust it used to have back in the day, it was wonderfully seasoned. My husband got the smash burger- which was not smashed at all and was pretty thick. But it was juicy and he loved it. My mom shared the prime rib with my dad but got a plate of American fries that were just like how they used to be and she loved them. The cheese curds were cooked just right. The portion was smaller than in the past, but they are around the same size or a bit larger than the other restaurants around town. Our favorite servers, Nicole, was there! Overall, we're were very happy with our meal and will be back soon!

Had the pizza for the first time over the weekend. The pizzas are factory-made crusts. They only…read morecome in 12". For 2 adults, one is too small, 2 is too much. I wish they came in different sizes and were homemade crust. Otherwise, basic toppings, expensive add-ons, and not many specialty pizzas. Meh. The jukebox in the bar area is soooo loud. It does not "fit" the crowd of old people out trying to visit. They kept coming out to the dining area complaining it was too loud in the other room. Despite the staff's back and forth, we were not greeted or waited on for 20 minutes. We could hear them BSing in the back, but I think they forgot they were at work. We kept closing the door between the bar and dining room and the staff walking in between constantly left it open. The owners need to "read the room" and adjust the jukebox accordingly. We shouldn't have to YELL over dinner. I wear hearing aids and couldn't hear a thing! Food is inconsistent and owner-after being complimented that the food had improved since they opened only argued that it's the same food they had when they opened, which it is not. Shut up and take the compliment!

Small portions for high price for typical eat out food in the area. Long wait and incorrect order…read moredid not improve the experience. One French fry order had 10 pics, other 15. Meat portions small. Would expect this in a high end gourmet place, but not a place with comfort food.

Was referred by a friend but think they just had beverages on a packed weekend…read more Place was dead. I and a friend had the shrimp tacos...3 frozen shrimp with lettuce. Yuck! Spouse had blue gill which was okay. Definitely not returning.

Service was slow, add another waitress and it would have been 4 stars. Food was bar food, not bad,…read morenot stellar.

This restaurant has so many choices and in my trips up from Iowa I have never been disappointed!!…read moreGreat service from the staff and the owner!! Desserts, cheese curds, homemade ranch dressing and most recently the fish tacos, were amazing!! You will leave FULL and likely have something to take home!

The food was delicious, service friendly and fast. I didn't quite understand the floors, bare…read morewood.. I would recommend this restaurant, I had breakfast and my husband had a burger. Both were delicious!

We stumbled upon a gem here!!! I don't write reviews ever. We had excellent service, tasty food and…read moreabsolutely the best soup ever! We will be returning! Clean, clean bar! Really a nice experience! Thank you McCormick's Rolling Bar & Grill!

The owners and staff make McCormick's Rolling Ground such a special place to stop! Oh yes, the…read morefood is great too! Burgers are delicious, and broasted chicken! It's difficult in my area to find broasted chicken, much less good broasted chicken. When you walk in, you feel like you're walking into a friend's house. When I come to the area to visit my cousin we frequent McCormick's. We were just recently there and it was busy, but we were still greeted with a smile. They recognized my cousin and you would think their own family member had just walked in. Even though they were busy, the waitress was smiling, and kind, and our food came pretty quickly. She checked in on us, and she was still smiling and kind! Come for the food, enjoy the patio, and come back again because you feel like family!

The Supper Club Standard: A Night of Steaks and Levity at Jones' Black Angus…read moreOn the sprawling Highway 18 in Prairie du Chien, Jones' Black Angus stands as a stalwart of the Wisconsin supper club tradition--a place where the atmosphere is as thick as the cuts of beef and the hospitality feels like an invitation into a neighbor's dining room. The experience is anchored by a service staff that possesses that rare blend of professional precision and genuine personality. Our waitress, Grace, was the heartbeat of the evening. She navigated the floor with a warmth that felt entirely unscripted, providing a level of care that culminated in a particularly touching gesture: when one member of our party stepped away during the presentation of the dessert tray, Grace made a point of returning later to ensure he received the full, choreographed "view" of the nightly sweets. The culinary journey begins at the salad bar, which is--to put it simply--impeccable. In an era where many establishments have retired this particular ritual, Jones' maintains it with a freshness and variety that honors the tradition. However, the evening's primary entertainment came in the form of a recurring linguistic gag. When the soup of the day arrived--a dish that was, by all sensory accounts, a classic gumbo--Grace insisted with a wink that it was "jambalaya." The ensuing debate became the running joke of the night, a bit of shared levity that only a truly great server can cultivate. But the kitchen is not just about the sides and the stories. The filet was impeccable--perfectly seasoned, expertly seared, and possessing that melt-in-the-mouth quality that justifies the Black Angus name. My sincere compliments to the chef for a masterclass in steakhouse fundamentals. "A great steakhouse is about more than just the meat; it's about the memory of the meal." -- Unknown Jones' Black Angus is a reminder of why the supper club remains a beloved institution. Between the "jambalaya" jests, the meticulously curated salad bar, and a filet that commands respect, it is a destination that delivers both a full heart and a full plate. If this dispatch from the Wisconsin Great River Road was useful to you, please leave a like or comment below so I can keep writing these reviews for your education, preparation, and enjoyment.

Wonderful supper club with a beautiful bar area. Fried walleye cheeks were unnecessary given the…read morebread, the size of the entrees, and the salad/relish/cheese bar -- but delicious. Steak was textbook rare, lobster ravioli tasted homemade & the bread was a rich warm slightly sweet brioche dough. Pickled beets, ham salad, and French-dressing infused cheese spread on the salad bar ... I mean, come on. A delightful server & we sat in the "frank sinatra booth" ... definitely worth a visit.

Very pleasant service-- we were greeted and served by the friendly staff!…read moreThe decor was fun and historic in nature. The food was tasty-- especially the French onion soup!

My husband and I were staying downtown for a friend's birthday and stopped by Fort Mulligans with…read moreour friends for dinner. It's an unassuming place in which I left pleasantly surprised! We ordered the Cheese curds and I asked to have it served with the Thai chili sauce. They were so warm and crispy and probably up there on my list of best cheese curds I've ever tasted. My husband had the seafood soup. Every bite was packed with seafood and flavor and I ordered the salmon salad which was also delicious. The waitress was very friendly and attentive with all the food served super quick. I would definitely recommend stopping by here and having a drink and some food if you're visiting Prairie Du Chien.

Great wings on Tuesdays and great selection of sauces! Bone in or bone out they were good!read more