Went years ago and the food was really good Last time I went…read morethe food was so burnt I couldn't eat it Wasn't offered a discount and didn't eat my food

The food looks like it is prepared for senior citizens that's have to have a soft food diet,…read moreLooks flavorless and not very appetizing at all. I would venture to say I'd probably not visit that place to eat if everything was no charge.

Always nice to drop in and have a meal. We stayed nearby and wish we'd stayed at GC. We spent…read moreSunday in park carving and enjoying nature. Needed a bag of ice and checked lodge they sell 10pound bag for $2.75 and super friendly while helping. Look forward to visiting again.

The Lodge has hosted many family events for us over the years ranging from bridal and baby showers…read moreto most recently my grandma's Celebration of Life. The Kelley Family and all of the staff at The Lodge have provided us with top notch service and care at every event for many years. They offer great Southern hospitality and charm right here in Illinois. First off, the water and soda at The Lodge tastes the best. I don't even drink soda, but I absolutely order one here. It's a nice treat after an afternoon of hiking. Second, be sure to try the fried chicken and fish served family style with all the sides. Their chicken and dumplings remind me of my grandma's homemade recipe. Lastly, don't forget to order a Dirty Martini or an Old Fashion at the bar behind the hostess station while you wait for a table.

Very good food, the service was great and the staff friendly…read moreI would recommend Big Ed's to my friends and colleagues.

We were greeted so warmly!!!!!!! The service was outstanding!!!!! The food (all the food!!!!) was…read morespectacular!!!!!!!!

What a fun place to eat! Food was excellent and the ambience was even better…read more Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. Great experience!

What a great restaurant in a small town way. It reminds me of crackle barrel…read more Very fun! I liked the bread toss (get the apple butter), okra, stewed tomato pasta, potatoes, meatloaf and frog legs. The chicken N dumplings and black eyed peas had zero flavor. The energy and staff make this place a must see. I wouldn't come back but I would suggest it.

I was in Murray on my birthday and stopped in Dumplings to get dessert to take home. Found some…read morewonderful individual cheesecakes to take home and share. The lady helping me packaged them up so I wouldn't ruin the whip cream getting them home. She took such good care. I do have it on my list to go back for lunch. The menu of soups, salads, and sandwiches looked really good with good prices.

This was a solid little lunch cafe. The food was delicious. Service was good. Inside was quaint and…read morehomey. I had the club quiche. It was delicious. Great flavor! The rolls are also amazing. I think Texas Roadhouse has a pretty good roll experience. These blow those out of the water. Dessert options were extensive. And looked delicious. But, I did not try them. Overall, great little local option with a fun menu.

Excellent food and service as always!! Thanks for being…read moreamazing. I got chicken and my wife got their famous apple pork chops which were both insanely tasty!

During our most recent visit, the service was terrible. We arrived on a Saturday afternoon. Plenty…read moreof available seats. We didn't have a reservation, but they sat us immediately. We waited for over 15 minutes and finally asked someone passing by if we could get a waiter/waitress. She apologized and brought us waters. The waitress finally arrived, took our order and left a plate of relish. Another waiter brought our food out and we never saw our server again. I asked the hostess for a refill on my water and for the check at the end of the meal. The food was delicious, but with this service, we won't be back for a while. It's unfortunate.

Very good food and coffee. The service was friendly and quick. I liked the ambiance of the dinerread more

When family says, this is the place to go, you make sure to stop in for a meal. This is a cute,…read moreold school vibe, affordable, get bang-for-you-buck, kinda place. Definitely a great Southern Illinois restaurant and staple in this small town for a long time. We were told the biscuits and gravy was a must. So, for the first time, I gave it a try. I love biscuits but usually plain or with butter and jam. I am hit or miss with gravy and prefer it on potatoes. But this time.....I ordered them as is! Biscuits smothered in gravy and it was delicious! A recommendation I was more than happy with. Other food items were good to. We left happy and satisfied. Solid service as well.

We wanted to try somewhere new and found Crooked Creek Winery. We really liked the atmosphere with…read morehorses and a very laid back relaxing area. Our host was excellent with suggestions and tasting the different wine types. We also had pizza and it was very good. We stayed inside, but if the weather was nicer, we would have spent time outside.

Mindy - I absolutely LOVE your place! So glad we finally got a chance to come visit, and I'm very…read moreglad you guys share your little piece of heaven with the public. It's gorgeous. This place has what most wineries need - wines to suit everyone's tastes. Personally, I'm a dry red drinker, but I enjoyed almost every wine I tasted, including the sweet stuff. I was surprised to see they had a great tasting wine for those who prefer dry to the semi-sweets all the way to the sweet ones. That's an exceptional selection! We arrived when the place was hopping with a couple big parties on buses, but heard Shannon giving a tasting later in the afternoon when there wasn't such a crowd. For those who love wine and are interested in the grapes and process, find the time to do a tasting with Shannon. I was a little sad I missed the story behind the wines when we did our tasting. Regardless, the scenery was incredible and the wines were fantastic. You gotta Love a place where they treat you like family, even on your first visit!

The catfish never disappoints! We stop in every time we make…read morethe trip to Indiana. Don't forget to get a slice of pie early as they are homemade daily and are in high demand.... My fave is Chocolate peanut butter or the White pie.

Very tasty! Stopped by after a visit to Rend Lake and found it on a whim. Classic diner feel, quick…read moreand friendly service and great pies (white pie was quite nice). Food prices were good and we really enjoyed what we got (catfish and chicken fingers). Would definitely recommend, we would stop back if we are back in town.

Freight House in Paducah is worth the drive from Nashville (and if you are a fan of quilting, this…read morecity is for you). We showed up right at opening, five o'clock, and there was already a long line of people waiting to get in. Make a reservation. I'm glad we did. We had a party of four and was seated at a low top that had a view of the kitchen. Lively open space with an open kitchen you can see both the cook line and the prep area. The cornbread was the unexpected standout of the entire meal. Mildly sweet, savory, light and fluffy all the way through. I was not expecting a side dish to steal the show, but it did. We also ordered the double stuffed burrata, and the bread it came with deserves its own mention. Crisp, lightly toasted, with just a touch of char. It paired beautifully with the creamy burrata and the accompaniments on the plate. For my entree I went with the grilled Caesar salad and added shrimp. It ended up being the perfect call. The portion was generous, the shrimp addition made it feel like a real meal. The romaine had this excellent crisp char on it that added so much. The dressing was heavenly. One of the best Caesar dressings I have had in a while. My favorite parts of the night had nothing to do with what was on my plate. We got to watch chef Sara Bradley working the kitchen with her team during service, and it was clear why this place has the reputation it does. I'd love to come back and try the prix fixe tasting menu next time. Overall this was a great experience from start to finish. And a must stop or destination when driving through KY.

The way to a man's heart is through his stomach. I'm in…read morelove. My heart Melts when I eat here. ( pass through once a year ) It's the highlight of my culinary year The flavors are earthy simple and complex. All at the same time. Spices never overpower the intended mouth music. I wish I could dine here regularly.