Stopped for lunch while traveling. Excellent brisket sandwich. Sweet potato fries were not crisp…read morebut they came with a tasty maple sauce. Worth the stop!

5 stars wow!!! Deserves everyone of them..Such a welcoming atmosphere, great menu and spot on…read moreservice!! I have had many friends drive the e tea miles to eat here, but I never got asked along.. Today was the day and I the critic do not have a one negative comment!! Hubby and I had the special "French Dip"..$8.50.. delicious our friends had the steak bites and a Philly.. we shared the combo appetizers. I recommend if wanting a drive in the country take one to Avon, Il.

Hole in the wall very close to the middle of nowhere in Illinois. Pictures of JFK, Johnny Cash and…read moremore in the walls. Old time looking interior. And the best fried pork tenderloin I have ever had. It's about a foot across, serves hot on a 4 inch bun. You can get a half or go for the full size. Delicious, mouthwatering, amazing. Not for those of you on a diet though the place does have salads with iceberg lettuce. Go immediately. PS this is not a Latin or Mexican restaurant despite what yelp says.

Driving through the area and saw all the rave Yelp reviews and thought we'd check it. The place was…read morepacked by 5:30, wow! We sat at the bar, the staff a patrons were super welcoming. Our food was delicious including our appetizer, fried liver, yum. We shared a marinaded ribeye and fries. We hope for another reason to be in this part of the state so we can return! Give it a try you won't be disappointed!

I've driven by Emden hundred and hundred of times. Not once did I ever drive through town. This…read moretime I did and stumbled upon this place. I ordered the pepper jack curds, side salad, baked potato, and the walleye. Oh wow oh wow. The curds were to die for. The salad and baked potato were so good with my fish. The salad wasn't fancy, just what I like. The baked potato was scrumptious and came out HOT! Now the fish... oof, so so so good! Fried to perfection and so much flavor and just fell apart I dropped 2 pieces on my pants. I got 2 Yuengling draft beers and they came out cold and just when I needed them. Waitress was the MVP, always checking on us. Cannot wait to stagger in to this place again and again!

Bad service, the lady was super rude, hair in all of are food, they didn't even fill a soad full…read morewhen we got a refill. Literally the worst bar I've ever been to.

This placed seemed like a hole in the wall but the food was surprisingly good! I had thier special…read moretenderloin sandwich. I was not prepared for how large it would be. I added some fries as well. A friend of mine had the fried catfish. Both were delicious. The portions were large and the taste was spot on. This business only accepts cash so be sure to have some on you. All in all it was a pretty good spot for a quick meal.

Called up said they don't have half the stuff I wanted and have not in a year yet I had it 6 mo…read moreago! They are liars and just cuz they are trying to sell the place shut it down if ya don't want to do it anymore or keep your online menu

There aren't a lot of options to eat in this part of the state, but Monroe City has a great one…read moreright here! They've got a huge menu and a pretty nice buffet. The salad bar is a little lacking, but they've got plenty of meat, veggies, pizza, and dessert. The service was good and they kept the buffet well stocked. I definitely recommend if you're in the area

Breakfast was amazing! My fiancé ordered the all meat skillet and I ordered a hefty helping of a…read morefull order of biscuits and gravy which came with two eggs and two sausage patties. Our waitress was polite and prompt. The restaurant reminds me of an old time family restaurant.

Such a cozy small town gem that begs you to stop and enjoy the finer things that come from my…read morefavorite type places! Things like pride in food and a genuine thanks for stopping that, at times, may get lost in the big city shuffle. Here, you find smiles and great food!! Whether you order their buffet or off the menu, their meats are delish, the mac and cheese is out of this world and the baked beans tied it all up in a bow. This place is right off the highway and well worth the stop. You will not be disappointed!!

Great BBQ! We were greeted by Sam our server and promptly served our drinks of ice cold draft…read moreYuengling. The menu is huge with a large selection of all meats and a great appetizer menu too. I ordered the two meat special that was ribs and brisket. The brisket was highly tender and moist and perfectly prepared- OUTSTANDING! The ribs were meaty and they too were perfectly cooked with no dryness- again OUTSTANDING. The green beans sides were probably the best I've had. You could taste the element of bacon that made them delicious. The baked beans were served hot and also were good too. The added side of cornbread was a nice finish and paired well with the Yuengling. This is a great spot for a meal in Palmyra and I will definitely return.

My wife and I were visiting my niece, and on our way out of town we came across a little BBQ spot…read morecalled Sugar and Smoke. It's a neat-looking place--nicely decorated, inviting, and full of that good smoky aroma that hits you as soon as you step inside. We were welcomed immediately, told to sit wherever we liked, and our waitress followed us over to take our drink orders right away. My wife ordered the meatloaf special, and while I teased her for choosing meatloaf at a BBQ joint, I ended up going with the Smoked Reuben. They brought her an entire meatloaf, along with green beans and mashed potatoes. I'm not exaggerating--this loaf easily could have fed three people. It was so good she nearly hurt herself trying to finish it. She almost made it through all the green beans, too, but I managed to snag the last one--and it was delicious. Then came my Reuben: a massive, five-layer monstrosity. I actually asked the waitress whether they made it that way just to impress me (since I had announced upfront that I'm a bit of a Reuben snob, lol) or if all their Reubens are like this. She swore they're all made exactly the same. You've got to see the photo. The marbled rye was sturdy and didn't collapse under the weight of two layers of thinly sliced smoked beef and a thick layer of juicy, tangy sauerkraut. I'm a kraut lover, so I really appreciated how generous they were. The house-made Thousand Island-style sauce tied everything together perfectly. In the nearly 17 years I've been posting on Urbanspoon, Zomato, and now Yelp, this Reuben easily sits in my top three--maybe even my #1. The smoky flavor made it unique, and I loved it. My only regret was not being able to finish this monster of a sandwich--it was delicious but messy, and I went through a handful of napkins. A lovely lady came out to ask how I liked the Reuben and introduced herself as one of the owners. (I apologize--I've forgotten her name!) My only suggestion would be to keep the meat thinly sliced--shaved would be even better--and maybe offer a half portion at a lower price. As it was, I could barely touch my perfectly cooked French fries. To top off the experience, my wife ordered the bread pudding. She has a "gold standard" bread pudding from years ago that she compares all others to, and she said this one was just as good, if not better, than her all-time favorite. I wish we had a Sugar and Smoke closer to home, because it would absolutely be a regular stop for us. It's so refreshing to find an establishment that cares this much about its food and its customers.

Stopped in S&S for lunch and the experience was hometown happiness topped off with exceptional…read moreservice! I had the Rueben (pictured), which I would order over and over! My husband had the lunch special of meatloaf, which was also very yummy. Can't go wrong stopping in. We'll be back!

wow this food was so good. came a little after open and got helped right away. drinks didn't take…read morelong just got some waters and sodas. then ordered food and that didn't take too long either, timing was reasonable. the server was very nice and the bartender as well. i got the cesar wrap 9/10, towards the bottom is was thigh meat i think and i didn't like that very much. the wings 10/10 it was half off as well. super flavorful. off the menu the spicy chicken pita 7/10, could use a little more flavor. all fries were very good and the ranch was very good reminded me of wing stop ranch.

Local Tap Craft Kitchen and Ale House in El Paso, Illinois, has quickly become a culinary standout…read moresince its 2022 opening, blending community roots with inventive Midwest flavors. Owned and Managed by Aaron Thomas with his really great team. This family-friendly alehouse prioritizes local partnerships and menu creativity, earning its place as a surprise standout in central Illinois' dining scene. Culinary Highlights The menu shines with elevated bar classics, including Ropp Jersey Cheese curds sourced from Normal, Illinois. ~a crispy, creamy nod to regional agriculture.  Wings tossed in bourbon-Sriracha glaze and lemon-pepper buffalo rub draw regulars, while the Italian beef sandwich, paired with sweet potato fries and maple mayo, offers a sweet-savory twist. The showstopper is the custom steak-blend burger: certified Angus beef smashed on a brioche bun, smothered in American cheese, and served with loaded fries-a "step above" typical pub fare. Surprise Standout Culinary Chronicles' sleeper hit is the maple mayo dip, a sweet-smoky companion to crispy sweet potato fries. While rumors swirl about its cult following, the dip exemplifies The Local Tap's knack for balancing familiarity with innovation. Community and Craft True to its name, the restaurant champions local breweries such as White Oak, Riggs Beer Company, and Casper Brewing. Also, fostering a patio-to-indoor vibe that's equally suited for family dinners or friend gatherings. Weekly cocktail features, like the raspberry Long Island iced tea and barrel-aged Old Fashioned, underscore their bar program's versatility. With its commitment to Midwestern flavors, community ties, and dishes that surprise even seasoned foodies, The Local Tap is a destination worth the drive. As Osborn and Thomas expand their culinary playbook-including this week's chicken cordon bleu ciabatta with white wine cream sauce-the restaurant solidifies its role as El Paso's flavorful heartbeat.

Best food in the area! Everything is fresh and made from scratch. Brandy, our server, was great…read morewith all of our questions and we loved everything we had. The burgers are delicious and the options and sauces are fun! Try the black garlic aioli on your burger!!! Mmmm. The mozzarella sticks are addictive! They have tons of specialty house drinks and typical Midwest American cans and bottled beer, one IPA and Guinness. No draft beer. One dessert on the menu, fried cookie dough and one daily dessert special. They also have a small stage, slot machines and volley ball courts out back. The whole place was very clean and plenty of level parking. There were customers of all ages, so that says a lot!

Portions sizes aren't the best. The last time my husband got the catfish it was legit the smallest…read morepiece of fish ever. Service is usually pretty slow too unless you order to go.