Stopped here for breakfast on the way to the Volo Museum. It doesn't look like much on the outside, but the food and especially the service was wonderful. The amount of food they serve was incredible and it was tasty as well. The lesson is don't judge a book by its cover. Bobby's is a hidden gem. read more

Excellent, excellent food. Great, upbeat service. Like time traveling back to 1979 with the cigarette smoke in the background & bar atmosphere. We are very pleasantly surprised by the food quality. read more

Bobby's Barrel - Dining room - American Near Me - Volo, Illinois

Found this place after Shopping At Woodman's. My wife and I were looking for a fish fry. So glad we found Bobby's!!! The best fish we ever had! Broiled or fried! The Cajun Catfish!! Wow! And all the sides they offer are just amazing! We have been back at least 4 times and we are an hour away from here. The owners and staff are the best!!! Fun!! We tried their Homemade Meatloaf and the Mac N Cheese !!! Soooo good!!!! Breakfast outstanding also!!!! Committed happy Customers !!! Thank you!! read more

This place has got everything!!!! We stopped her for a Sunday brunch after a visit to Volo Antiques. So glad we did. This was exactly what we were looking for: nothing fancy, great food, and a great vibe!! Bobby's was filled with regulars who knew the staff well and that's always a good sign. It was Sunday, so the Bears were on TV losing to the Lions. I don't know if it was Mr. Bobby himself who greeted us, but this fine gent was very meticulous in explaining every element of each special of the day. He had me at smoked pork chop. Damn that was great!! Best I ever had and exactly as promised. Knowing that sucking on the bone is acceptable in these parts, I had no qualms about doing it. My wife had one the biggest piles of eggs and hash I have ever seen. The service we experienced here was top notch!! On the way out, I got sucked into the "game room" where I turned $20 into $40. My wife and I trek down from Milwaukee about once or twice a year. I am already hungrily anticipating our next visit so I may enjoy another visit to Bobby's Barrel!! read more

The only way you should come out is hungry z!!! All of the food from morning breakfast with steak is eggs to their own fish fry it's all so good down top Earth good food and the wait staff is very friendly to the people ! read more

We were looking for a breakfast place in Volo while waiting for the museum to open and this place didn't disappoint.its not much looking from the outside but the food was excellent.. we had ham off the bone ,my friend had egg pizza of some sort and it was amazing..the waitress was very friendly and accommodating. Food portion was more than enough but we finished it all. The place was very clean. There's gaming too and a good size bar.. we will definitely come back for lunch next time and see what they offer.. read more

Walked in and was received with a Good Morning Folks hostess/Server was extremely friendly. Place was crowded, but we got lucky and found seats at the Bar. Was greeted by an older gentleman who immediately gave us daily specials and needless to say we didn't go any further looking at menu. His suggestions for our meals were DELICIOUS!!! This is a great place must go and try The restaurant is small with big personalities all around. Definitely will be coming back Thank you Bobby's Barrel read more

The worst fish fry I've ever had in my life. $19 for a fish fry and it's not even Icelandic cod but some thin scrappy piece of fish.... Total waste of money.... read more

Bobby's Barrel Inn in Volo, Illinois: After a delightful tour of the five showrooms in Volo of the Car Museum, we were very hungry for a late lunch. We researched restaurants with really good ratings and found your place. The five of us adults all had ordered different meals and they were all really scrumptious. The waitress was really attentive, giving us perfect service. We would highly recommend your restaurant to anyone who wants really good food. Mary Ellen R. read more

Best Pub Grub in a while! The owner even brought the little guy in our party another half sandwich free! So sweet. We don't live around here but if you're at Volo Auto Museum eat here!!! read more

Excellent food. Interesting menu. The deserts are outstanding. The atmosphere is friendly and fun. Lots of nifty things to look and buy. Smaller restaurant which makes it a cozy spot for late afternoon lunch. read more

Were there once. Food was fair, place was a pig sty. Old, shabby & unclean. Would never enter again . read more

We have been visiting this restaurant for many years and will you not find better anywhere around the area. They have daily specials and give the public a nice selection in addition to their regular menu. The food is very tasty and the portions are very generous for the price. They strive to maintain excellent service. This restaurant and bar is truly a hidden gem. This family owned business has been around since 1983 so that in itself says a lot! read more

This place is a bit hidden but very worth the stop. Very nice people inside that will greet you warmly

Great atmosphere and amazing food. I had a smoked bone-in pork chop that was like two inches thick cooked to perfection with a honey glaze, eggs and real old fashioned circle cut potatoes. The coffee is a little weak for my taste; however, their service, food quality and overall cleanliness outweighs the extremely small issue over a cup of joe. Besides, they are a complete restaurant with a full bar. So, we switched to bloody Mary's and they were tasty. My love had fresh blueberry pancakes with this off the chart cranberry butter!!!! read more

Service was exceptional. We got there as they opened on a Saturday morning get there early they get busy! Breakfast was perfect, done exactly as requested. Server checked on you regularly but wasn't intrusive. Will be back for sure. read more

Best service and breakfast that I've ever had in my entire life. Excellent food excellent service read more

We got the BLT which was great! We'll definitely be back to try breakfast. The pancakes, french toast, and biscuits and gravy all looked amazing! Great advice, great food. read more

Should have known from the time we walked in the door The owner was behind the counter did not even address us, had to say good morning to get any kind of reaction. After standing there again for almost 10 min was asked if our name was on the list said no and they took our name waited about 15 min and was told we could sit at the bar I said no what about the table right there and kid said well I suppose I can clean it for you. Really? Sat down was given our drinks and no silverware and no one ever came back to take our order after another 15 min I placed a five on the table and we left. This place is a shitshow. read more

Saw the great reviews and stopped in for breakfast. Wow! Delicious French toast and the corned beef hash is out of this world!! Service, awesome too!!! read more

I'll tell you what... I've only been here twice but I think its going to become my new go-to place. The food has been delicious and the service is fantastic. You just have to try them out! They really make you feel like family, like they've always known you. We've had a very filling breakfast there, and tonight had dinner. Lots of food for the money. Ribs, pork chops, wings, burgers and sandwiches. REAL HOMEMADE FOOD! Not Sysco's factory made junk you get at chain restaurants. American menu with much more! Also a bar for drinks and cocktails! Im going to shut up now. Just go! Right now! read more

The best quality breakfast within miles! I've never had a bad meal there, and the service is great. Bryan read more

Great homemade food. Meatloaf is great so is the meatloaf melt sandwich. Friendly staff. Just go!

We love this restaurant. Everything they make is fantastic! I love coming here for breakfast on the weekends! They also have a fish fry on Friday night which is an excellent option too! read more

We went for breakfast and I had the corned beef and eggs. The best thing was the corned beef was homemade. I like that they offer you a choice of potatoes with your breakfast, hash browns or American fries which are the sliced version cooked on the grill nice and crispy just like I like 'em. Very friendly service. The coffee cup was always filled before it was empty. And since it's a bar they have bloody mary's and mimosas. Daily specials. Fish fry on Wednesdays and Fridays offering about six different versions of cod, fried, baked etc. read more

Bobby's Barrel - Homemade corned beef hash. - American Near Me - Volo, Illinois

This place is a great dive, on the prairie! Every once in awhile, I head out to the prairie with someone who knows what's up. And this place is up. It was Friday, so I thought I'd take advantage of the Cod fish fry. And it's not because I worship some imaginary friend, I just loves me some fish! This was goooood. Fluffy filets with crunchy batter. The batter could have been the tiniest bit thinner, but the flavor was great. And the coleslaw was delicious too, not a throwaway side, this was tasty, tangy stuff and not drenched in mayonnaise. Curly fries come with the fish and they were hot, savory and tasty (and covered with cheese!). My companion had a burger, and it was delicious as well. Tasty and juicy and a good size. Not vulgar-huge so you sleep after lunch, but a nice size. The lunch counter/bar itself is great. Kitschy enough to be amusing and authentic enough to have character - this place has been here awhile. An oasis amidst the lame suburban strip malls and endless Walgreens. Roll into Bobby's! read more

Bobby's Barrel - Awesome bar/lunch counter. - American Near Me - Volo, Illinois

This is such an awesome place. Family run and owned they serve up god old fashioned breakfast and lunch fare. Burgers are done to perfection. Breakfast burrito was crispy and filled with goodness. read more

One of my favorite breakfast places around. Hard to go wrong with anything off the menu, but they try and tempt you with their specials. Always a good time. read more

We always have a great experience when we stop by Bobby's Barrel Inn. The Bloody Marys are something else! We absolutely love their breakfasts, they are phenomenal and the specials are always changing. We were fortunate enough to be given the opportunity to try out some of the first pizzas they made in their new pizza ovens and we were not disappointed! So delicious and cheesy with the best sausage ever that we'll be coming back soon for lunch or dinner. Thank you for making us feel like family Bobby's Barrel Inn Staff! See you soon. Barbi and Jason read more

Bobby's Barrel - Country Fried Steak and eggs with hash browns sourdough toast and a side of avocado. - American Near Me - Volo, Illinois

I drive 30 minutes out of my way to have lunch at this place. The food and the service are always amazing. The people who run the place are awesome! They make it such a great experience because they have a passion and really care about people having a positive experience. It's rare to see people running a restaurant that actually care these days. Im guessing it's a family owned place because you very welcome and comfortable. I usually have the burger and wings but I hear breakfast is good too. Great food! Great people! read more

A little pricey especially for the fish fry. Seems like a great old-time bar to hang out with friends.

Yes & Yes! Employees/people - fantastic! Service - spot on! Food - delicious! my daughter, and I went for our first time ever, we thoroughly enjoyed everything about it! Give it a try! read more

The cod fish fry comes in "3" choices ,Crispy breading ,garlic butter, & blackened. The cod Melts in your mouth.Delicious!

Really good fish fry on Wed and Fridays. There is a wait on Friday. Smaller establishment. Wonderful and attentive service. Good Old Fashioned read more

I cannot say enough amazing things about Bobby's. My aunt has a house on the lake and I dream all year round for summer days at the lake house and breakfast at Bobby's. I'm not going to lie, looking at it, the place doesn't seem like much but looks can be very deceiving! I love the specials. ALL of them! The ham steak, the hobo skillet, chorizo skillet, smoked pork chops with eggs, and the skirt steak! Oh. My. Lord. the skirt steak. Everyone in the place knows my uncle by name and service is always incredible. My coffee cup is never empty and I have yet to try something bad on the menu. Even the bloody marys are great! read more

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Always solid entree choices. Friday fish fry is amazing! I love the broiled lemon pepper fish option. Very pleasant staff as well.

This place used to be great, but after today's experience I don't see any need to come back. It took forever to get service and when they did finally take our order, it took forever for the order to come. The wait staff seemed to spend their time chatting with customers more regular than my party. When breakfast did arrive four of the six people at my table we're missing parts of their order. The rest of breakfast wasn't delivered to the table until after one of us we're done eating. Two people in our party ordered coffee but we're only able to get one refill because no one came around with the coffee pot. Asking wasn't much help. My son asked for water three times before he was brought some. My nephew asked for it to-go box twice. The service was atrocious and the food, which used to be pretty good, is now nothing special. They have an all new menu that is not nearly as creative as the old one. Folks, this was a disappointment. I really liked this place only a few months ago but now I think I will explore a different option next time I'm in Wauconda. Oh, and I nearly forgot to mention that my daughter-in-law ordered the 99 potatoes which are supposed to be vegetarian but she found several pieces of bacon in her breakfast. She simply ate around it but still, very unprofessional. read more

Delicious breakfasts, excellent service. It feels like an up north/Wisconsin type of atmosphere.

This place is a hidden gem, amazing food and staff. My family and I have been coming here for years and every single time it has exceeded expectations. The owner is super friendly, he walks around making sure all the guests are comfy and satisfied. 10/10 would recommend! read more

Ok, if anyone still hasn't been here yet, you have to check it out! Everything is good, but my favorites are the fish fry Wednesdays & Fridays, their breakfast, and the broasted chicken Tuesdays & Saturdays. Everyone there is super cool, and it's reasonably priced. I'm not a bloody mary guy, but if that's your thing they have those too! It's also great for just stopping in for a beer or a cocktail. Love this place! read more