Clean bathroom, fresh pre made salads , super fast and friendly service. Everything that we wanted for a 15 minute lunch! read more

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If you like roast beef sandwiches, this is your place. Staff was friendly and my food came out right away! I definitely will be back. read more

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The 5 5 5 you can't beat it and the burger are legit! 5 stars and service was very kind to us 5 stars!

Stopped through Rockford and was looking up places to have lunch. Never heard of Beef-A-Roo and stopped in. This place reminds me of an oldies diner. Wish music was playing is the only reason I rated 4. Husband had pork tenderloin, fries and shake. I had the chili and mushroom Swiss burger. Yummy!! Andre and Linda were the counter folks we interacted with and explained all well with our first time. Women's restroom clean. Men's clean but needed some love for the scent. We will be back. read more

Went to Beef A Roo trying to give a 3rd chance tonight. The fries have become a mushy, way undercooked gross catastrophe any more. They never remember any condiments either. Food is not prepared as requested. When the original owners sold, this, sadly, is the outcome. read more

If you've never been to a beefaroo before. Idk about much I've just moved here from California so I'm new to this franchise. But the burgers are Delicious. ! And the customer service from this location has been amazing . Thanks guys. read more

The fries are the only thing I liked it's a glorified Carls Jr or Harvey's if you into that kind of thing. Service is mediocre for fast food and the dine is no different then any other place read more

Great service with fresh food any time of day or night that they are open. I love the cheese fry's and the giant roast beef's

What happened to beef-a-roo? The fries used to be the best. When you eat in the restaurant You expect the food to be hot. The fries were Luke warm at best; and where was that yummy salt? I think they dumped it on my roast beef instead. Still have good shakes at least. It will be awhile before I try this again. Is this what happens when a good local restaurant sells out? read more

If you're looking for a quick meal that isn't "fast food" Beef-a-roo is your place! They have something for everyone, even vegetarians! Their Turkey & avocado wrap is delicious! Everything is made to order, even use fresh cut avocado's. (None of that premade prepacked stuff) There's multiple locations and each location the employees are so friendly. Stop in and try a milkshake, burger or avocado wrap!!! read more

A mom & pop shop, might be a chain. Had the beefs which were shaved fresh, sweet potato waffle fries good, shake good! Came back another day and had a beef specialty thingy, sorry cant remember that name and fries . Food hot, fries perfect saltiness. (Which matters cause @ MickeyD's sometimes they salt about 1/2 a Mortons salt shaker in there and you feel blood pressure thru the roof all day!)fountain drinks decent. I like Beef a roo. Get good value for ur buck. read more

If you like Arby's, you'll love Beef-A-Roo... We happened here while starving on our drive back home from a long road trip and I have to admit the name caught my attention...cute. The best thing about road trips and a pandemic? Checking out new fast-food with drive-thrus! Sure you could bring a cooler full of fresh fruit from home, but we had already devoured that. I'll also shamelessly admit that we first stopped at Taco John's (just down the street). We'd never tried it before and had to check it out simply because it popped up on every "FOOD" interstate exit sign we saw..but that's another story for a Taco John review. Beef-A-Roo happens to be a Rockford and Northern IL thing only, with 7 stores to date and they've been around since 1967. Since hot beef sammies is what they're known for, that's what I ordered and just like I imagined (gut feeling, didn't read any reviews) it was almost identical to Arby's. Same thinly shaved processed meat but tastier...more of a 'roasty' flavor but also a bit drier than Arby's. I chose the Classic and they come plain..no sauce, but you can add cheese, avocado, etc. I really liked it, but then again I've always been an Arby's fan. Drive-thru was efficient with a short wait for our food. Sandwich was super warm and onion rings were so fresh out of the fryer, they scorched my tongue...good rings with a heavier batter coating. If your heart's set on burgers, chicken or a stuffed baked potato...they have that too. Even some healthy options like a Mahi-mahi fish sammy and gourmet salads. Would I stop back if in the area again? Yep-A-Roo! read more

Their food has really gone down hill! This was my all time favorite place now forget it! The roast beef is not the same and they salt the fries way way to much! I've been told go to this one no go to this one well I have been to ALL of them they are ALL the SAME! Go back to the easy it was and Il will come back! read more

Costumer service SUCKS. Their food isn't always warm, and they are incredibly rude to costumers for asking simple questions. I DO NOT RECOMMEND! read more

More than pleasantly surprised with Beef-a-roo's. First visit so ordered the berry chicken salad and a double bacon cheeseburger, no bun. Salad was fresh and raspberry vinaigrette were delicious. Bacon double cheeseburger was ok, had better had worse. Co-worker raved about his turkey avocado wrap. All in all a nice lunch. Recommend. read more

I eat here fairly frequently. I have food allergies so when I find a place I can trust. I usually continue going there. One time that I was there my food that was supposed to be prepared for an allergy I noticed was prepared incorrectly, even though I had told them that it was for an allergy. I brought the food up to the manager, and mentioned that it was supposed to be prepared for an allergy and what the issue was, without any further questions, she took the sandwich and restarted my order correctly. I understand that mistakes happen and it's totally reasonable, the way the manager handled it reassures me that this is a restaurant with proper training. read more

Being a native to the area, I have to express my love for this ma & pa restaurant. I have come here for well over 15 years now and continue to do so, all while finding new, delicious things to eat! When you're in town, be sure to stop by and grab the fries, grilled cheese and turkey avocado jack wrap - all of which are my go-to's! The beef and cheese sandwiches, baked potatoes and wraps are all very good in general as well - big beef wins in that category for me. I can without a doubt, say that this place takes the trophy all day over Portillo's. read more

Had their Rueben sandwich and it was not good. First off, a rueben should be made with true rye bread and not a rye bun. Second, there was a smattering of 1000 Island dressing on the sandwich, that you couldn't even taste. Sandwich was luke warm when received. Since new owners have taken over, food and service has gone downhill. Not what it used to be as a Rockford icon. read more

Have you had their shakes people? There's always a line but it goes pretty fast. I am partial to their bacon cheese burger but the kids love the mushroom burgers. O-rings are yum and shakes will floor you. Never tried their chili but that will be my next trip since cold weather is here. Truly a superior burger joint. read more

Beef-A-Roo is a Rockford original and you wont find it anywhere else. It's like if Culvers and Arby's had a baby and that baby went on to be much smarter than it's parents. They are perhaps best known for their roast beef sandwiches, and what I normally get is a Wild West Beef in the big beef size. But what insiders most know them for is their cheese fries. I dont know what so special about them. They are just cheese and fries. But somehow it's the right amount of the right cheese on the right fries with the right amount of salt and equally distributed so you dont end up with some drenched fries and some dry. They know what they are doing here. The malts are also excellent. The burgers are ok. Better than a lot of fast food, but not exceptional. read more

Awful food bad service bad drinks awful seating and parking long time to get our food

First time going to Beef A Roo in springfield,mo I ordered a mushroom swiss burger was very dry had 2 pieces of mushrooms on it also ordered a cup of chilli very soupy very disappointed read more

Great experience at a Rockford local must-do. The name doesn't do this restaurant justice. It is very good and has many choices. My son had chicken fingers and fries, they are pretty standard fare, good, but nothing spectacular. I got the highly recommended cheese fries, they were also good, but I wouldn't need to do them again. I'm just a ketchup kind of gal. I also got something I already want to eat again, and it's only been 2 hours. I got the Turkey Avocado Jack sandwich in the wheat bun. It was delicious. I am really looking forward to going back to Rockford, strange statement I realize, to get this sandwich ;-) We finished off out meal with a Mint Shake, on special for $.99. I actually hope Beef a Roo franchises beyond Rockford someday. What a great restaurant. read more

Don't let the silly name fool you, Beef-A-Roo knows how to do burgers right. Apparently all Beef-A-Roos have a theme, with this location sticking to a 50s diner motif. On a visit from NY, I was brought here by some friends who never miss an opportunity to stop in. As the reviewer below mentions, the cheese fries are not to be missed and their bacon bleu burger and chicken tenders hit the spot as well. Top it all off with one of their delicious thick shakes (I chose the mint chocolate) and you'll be walking away stuffed full of good ol' American fare! Oh, and I almost forgot, a waiter came by with an after meal mint or chocolate which was a friendly surprise! read more

They messed up my order in the drive through. I got home and realized I didn't have the food I ordered. When I went back, they were completely unwilling to help me. I've never been to a restaurant that wouldn't fix their mistakes. Very disappointing. read more

As a Rockford native I am probably biased as to where to find the best food, but this is my must visit restaurant every time I come home. They have an array of different choices for every one. My favorite is the pork tenderloin with cheddar fries. Their shakes are the bomb too. There is ample seating space and each location has a different theme. At the end of this delicious mean you'll get an Andies dinner mint. read more

Given some of the reviews we were let down. This Portillos-like restaurant misses the mark on so many levels. The burger (which should be the specialty) was just a frozen patty drenched in ingredients. The fries were like the small scraps at the bottom of the pan, soaked in cheese sauce. The place is clean and the service is pretty fast, but as a one note experience we won't hurry back. read more

When my wife and I are in Rockford, we always stop at Beefaroo. Their cheesy fries are delicious and very inexpensive. Try a Big Beef with Cheddar cheese as well. If you are looking for fine dining, this restaurant isn't it. If you are looking for comfort food within a relaxed atmosphere...Beefaroo is a place you would enjoy. Stopping at Beefaroo is definitely a family tradition. Enjoy! read more

Beef-a-Roo - Cheesy fries = Heaven!!! - American Near Me - Rockford, Illinois

Today May 13 2020 me and a friend went thru the drive thru at beef a roo on south alpine. Upon ordering are food has we were going home to eat and chill for a while noticed are food is cold and didnt taste up to standards. I figured for 13 dollars for 2 sandwiches and a fry it would be up to par for the price. I am not satisfied with the quality of the food but we were hungry and didnt have money to spend so ate the food anyways. read more

I have always liked the food here for fast food, but somebody PLEASE clean outside the drive in window!!! It is dISgusting if you have to sit and wait for an order- stuff splattered all over and the metal has some substance in it- YUCH!!! read more

Beef-A-Roo, how I miss you so. After moving away from the Rockford area, I found myself craving this place on numerous occasions. So anytime I go home, I HAVE to stop in at least once. When I first told my fiance about this place, he was laughing at the name and questioned how good it was. Now he's the one asking me when we're going to be able to stop by during our visits. They have so many different options for so many different tastes. Burgers, roast beef, turkey, chicken, and vegetarian options too. Now when I stop in there always seems to be something new added to the menu as a seasonal item. And their shakes are top notch. Not sure if they still have the orange or peanut butter as seasonal flavors, but snatch them up if they do! So freaking delicious. Only thing I will say is that this location does need some updating. All of the other locations have been recently built or updated and I feel like this one has been kind of left behind. Food is still amazing though! read more

OH MY GOSH!!!! I love this place so much! the cheese fries are absolutes to die for! and I love at the end someone goes around and gives out a choice of a peppermint or a chocolate mint! its a cute place too! *if there was a beef a roo in Naperville, I would be soooo happy:-)* read more

I am not sure what has happened to my old Beef A Roo. Last night I had a cold, old tasting baked potato. My husband had cold fries and a chili in a nasty card board cup. The two previous visits here have had similar problems....potatoes that are black inside, salads with big hunks of bad lettuce, bad fruit on the salad. Yep we always return them and get it made right, but you shouldn't have to do that every darn time. They know when they cut open a potato and it's black inside! read more

Nasty, Barf a Poo. Is it beef? Is it Kangaroo? I have no idea who would like this food? Sorry but it's very, very low grade. Oscar Mayer hot dogs??? Really. Cute idea with the different style store front's... I've been to this one and the one in Roscoe that looks like an elegant bank to see if maybe different owners did something different. Nope. They are the same cheap brand of food. The workers were all in some sort of coma. Cheese fries??? What is that werid goldenrod sludge? The fries alone were fair. Like it if you want. I would come here again if I wanted my friends to experience the unbelievable. No accounting for taste I guess. read more

The worst fast food you can get! People who eat here have no tastebuds or regard for real food! Go across the street to Burger King to get yourself a real burger. My mushroom Swiss burger was as thin as white castle, with horrible nasty onion rings on it, and disgustingly slimy mushrooms from a can! A mushroom burger should have onions, not onion rings. This place should NOT do the "trendy burger" thing. This was the worst meal I've had, and I cant believe I just wasted money on this garbage. Sad to say, this was the first time I had ordered from this restaurant, and clearly will be the last time! read more

Had a great, quick lunch in this super clean, diner themed fast food place right off route 20. The wild west beef was great. The chicken tenders were delicious and the portion generous. Great onion rings too. read more

Very nice restaurant and food is good and service is great . I love going there when I go to Freeport I stop by the place.

LOVE the bountiful green olives in the burgers. read more

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Beef-a-roo is a great place to visit at any time and I would choose to go there every night if it was free. I'm vegetarian but I would go there just to get a shake. A recommendation is to get the cheese fries... They are exploding with flavor and is soooooo creamy and delicious. Service there is amazing too! Beef-a-roo is a great place to get food at even if you are just taking a drive and happen to drive past it. I go to Beef-a-roo for my birthday half of the time and is the first choice I choose when I plan on eating out. I love how they keep things simple and delicious. Stop there the next time you are planning to eat out. yuuuuuuum read more

Just moved to Rockford recently and this was one of the first restaurants I went to. Great service. Everyone should try the food, its amazing, I love it! read more