I love this place. I live clear across the country in California, but my business has brought me to Macomb twice now, and both times I've eaten at Chicks! It becomes obvious when you walk in that "Chicks" may not be a reference to poultry. The wait staff is predominantly beautiful girls. But they hide the men making the delicious comfort food behind a wall with a pass through that makes you know they exist! All in all it's the perfect blend of great service with a smile and tasty food and drinks at a reasonable price! Definitely try the chicken tortilla soup and any kind of lip you can get! The "Lips" are pterodactyl sized tenders that are perfectly fried such that they are crispy, moist, and NOT greasy. The sauces are also a great addition and lots of choices to make it fun. I was done but I should mention beer, besides the boring mass produced stuff most of the country drinks, they have a thoughtful selection for the beer snobs (like myself). Check out Chicks! read more

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Very good food and service was also very busying tho still got food quick watching baseball game play offs very nice had on to watch

My partner and I had never been to Chicks before and decided to give it a try for takeout. Upon walking up to the takeout register, we were asked what we wanted...no menu offered, visible, or QR code for menu. (hence no picture). Luckily, we just had the menu up and had some idea what we wanted. So I recommend going prepared! We ordered two loaded potato's, six "lips", and an order of waffle fries. While we waited for our food, we sat at the bar so we could try a couple of martinis off their extensive list. Although there were other customers at the bar, there was no bartender for about ten minutes and then once he returned, he blatantly ignored us and we were never offered a drink. Our food was ready after about 15-20 mins and headed out. Overall, the food was good. We ended up missing our order of waffle fries but we weren't charged for them either. The loaded potato's were large and filling. In short, good food, bad service read more

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It's a rare day that I give a 1 star review but it was deserved today. We are in town for holidays and decided to head to Chicks for some takeout since it had been years since we've had their famous lips. Upon entering we were greeted and mentioned we were ordering takeout then directed to the back counter. We went to order but looking around saw no menus, and weren't offered any. While kind of fumbling an order, the cashier said to just take our time, no problem. So she was nice but odd that no menu was offered or nearby and it seemed up to us to pull up on our phone what they had to offer. There was a little difficulty placing the order but another employee, who seemed rather annoyed, helped the cashier and we finished our order. Since we were going to be waiting, we headed to bar to grab a seat and drink. No one was working the bar when we sat down but other patrons were sitting across from us with drinks so we waited...and waited...and waited. Five employees were just hanging around by the counter about 10 feet away and none of them thought to come see if we wanted to order a drink. It was odd. Even when someone came to check on the two others at the bar and get them their check, they completely ignored us. It appeared that none of the employees wanted to be there and the attitudes of all were pretty dismal. Ultimately, we got our food and left. In the car we found part of the intended order was missing but upon checking the bill, they never rang up the missing item so we just headed out. Once we got home, the food was good but the whole experience in the restaurant was enough to have us skip it on future trips to Macomb. It unfortunate that, with limited options in town, people feel that this is worthy of 4 or 5 stars. read more

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This place was amazing, food quality was high, service was excellent, nothing about it left me move so much as a single regret. read more

Chicks On The Square - Loaded, baked potato soup! - Burgers Near Me - Macomb, Illinois

Great place to eat. Even though they're inconsistent with the doneness of the burgers (depends on who's cooking), I still feel it's the best burger in town. Pizzas are unique and tasty. Great potato soup. Great staff and wonderful service! read more

While visiting Western Illinois University for a college tour with my daughter, our group tour guide brought us all to Chicks for the end of the day meal. It was the quintessential college town spot to grab a bite to eat, watch a game, or even have a first date. The portions were out of this world and for me that is saying a lot as I was only able to eat one lip and the fries. Great sauce, excellent service and the lemonade was on point as well!! Will definitely return read more

Chicks On The Square - 4 Buffalo lips and waffle fries - Burgers Near Me - Macomb, Illinois

Food is ok and customer is ok. Alight overall. Place is clean but had to wait because it did not open up on time. Has potential to be better read more

The service was very spotty. The servers stood around the kitchen window and gabbed for several minutes while I waited for someone to take my drink order. The pizza was soggy and undercooked. The only saving grace was that they didn't charge me. read more

Recently had hamburger and there taters. Staff super friendly. Burger was excellent. Been there few times. This time solo. But even tho didn't know anyone. I was very comfortable BIG 5 read more

If you like Buffalo Chicken Tenders, this is the place for you. A little bar and restaurant on the southwest corner of the Macomb town square, this place is known for its "Chicken Lips" AKA giant chicken strips with a variety of sauces, including their signature "Lip Sauce" which is a nice buttery medium Buffalo sauce. They also have a full burger and sandwiches menu. Our party each ordered one of their signature chicken lip dishes, the "Lip Nachos, the Lip Fries, and the Lip Spud. The Lip fries were a huge portion of the chicken lips chopped up on a plate of bacon cheddar waffle fries with ranch dressing. The Lip Nachos were super tasty and not overpowering, the lip spud was fantastic a huge baked potato with a giant chicken lip, cheese toppings and your choice of dressing. The beer was nice and cold and the staff was friendly, it was a pretty busy afternoon as it was a few hours before the Western Illinois University homecoming game. My only small complaint with this bar was that as a sports themed bar, they didn't have the Big 10 network on their cable package so I couldn't get the game I wanted on the TV. But I will definitely be back. read more

Always excellent food. Especially love the loaded baked potato soup. Bella fries were awesome also. Only could eat one lip.

I love Chick's on the Square. I get 4 Lips every time. The Lips are always . The Portabello mushrooms are very good.

Food is great but if the redish brown haired girl is working don't bother. Sat and waited well over 15 mminutes to get asked if I wanted another beer read more

Great service, great food, happy staff, and a clean, cozy environment! What a wonderful asset to Macomb this has and continues to be!

I've been eating at Chicks periodically over the last 10 years. The food has been consistently good through out. Service has always been friendly and quick. My only quip is limited seating can fill up quickly during a lunch or dinner rush - either way worth it. read more

I came in the past Wednesday 5/11. It was busy but we were waited on quickly. It was the first time we had been here. All the food was so good but I will say it was alittle expensive,it was worth it. Thanks again read more

Chick's is my favorite place in Macomb! I moved to Macomb from Los Angeles for grad school and although I've been gone for 2 years now, I still think about it! The chicken lips are their version of all white chicken breast fried in a batter and tossed in sauce. Lip Sauce = buffalo and Lip Gloss = BBQ, both are great! I recently came back to visit and our first meal back was Chick's - although they've expanded their menu since I was last here, I didn't even have to look, I knew I had to get the Lip Fries with Lip Sauce and ranch and it did not disappoint. I like to ask for a little extra lip sauce just to make sure I get a good saucy dish. I highly recommend their loaded baked potato soup as well. Really anything with chicken lips in the dish, you can't go wrong. They're pretty much always busy but I've never had to wait longer than 15 minutes when I did have to wait. read more

Disappointed. From the service to the food. The young lady who served us couldn't pronounce Shock Top beer. She was condescending to my guest and doted on the local college students. The chicken was cold and dry. Again, disappointed. read more

Food was great, the service was excellent. Very inviting atmosphere. the alfredo tastes just like olive garden read more

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First time to Macomb. Chicks was a great atmosphere. It was very clean and super friendly staff. The "Lip" (chicken strips) were awesome.

Had the boneless chicken on the recommendation of a friend. As long as you enjoy vinegar based sauce this place is for you. They only get four starts because their ranch needs work. read more

Overall the food was good. Sauce is tasty. Salad wasn't bad at all. The fries were very nice and still warm even though I carried out. I'll be back! read more

Chicks is always consistently above expectation. The menu is not elaborate and that is a compliment, they know what they're doing and the do it well, be it food or drinks. It's a small place, almost always packed, again they're doing something right. Do not be afraid of the Big Ass Grilled Cheese, it's possibly the hidden gem on the food menu and Chicks is the only place in many miles that can make a martini properly. read more

Food is always good. Service is great as well. Some of my favorites are the Lipes, spud, the pizza, Dilla, and naked lips.

Everything I've had there is great! Service is always quick & attentive. Comfortable, informal atmosphere

Disappointing lunch visit. Fried chicken strips dipped in hot sauce are the speciality. They arrived in front of me lukewarm. Batter fell off the chicken in big clumps. In addition, wraps were nothing to write home about. Very plain. No sides included with wraps. And salad appeared to Include romaine after recall. Good brewed ice tea. Atmosphere was lively. read more

What's there to say, food is fantastic! Love the Atmosphere just wish the bartenders wouldn't change out so much then sitting at the bar would be a lot better. Outside of that absolutely stunning job read more

Chicks On The Square - Burgers Near Me - Macomb, Illinois

I love the lips the gloss I love the spinach dip with bacon and onion I would definitely go back here.

I love everything about this place, except the prices. They need to come a bit. One of my favorite things on the menu are the lips with the sauce. read more

I went to WIU for undergrad & this was and 10 years later, still is my absolute favorite place ever! I always get the Baked Potato Soup and the Pizzadilla. I usually take pictures of my food but whenever I'm here, I don't remember until my plate is empty. I can't wait to visit again just to get my usual. read more

I want to give it a 4 star rating, but I just can't do it and be completely honest and fair. I went here and it was as you can imagine- mediocre. First, when I was in I am seated and my waitress is...robotic in her manner. No pep, not cheery, just blase. Ordered the Chicken Lips Nachos. The sauce was okay ( Frank's Red Hot, butter, and a little cayenne/garlic mix), the lips breaded over a plate of dull nacho chops from a bag. The bad part, was that it was cold when it got to my table. Also, I am not sure if this is normal or not, but they weren't taking credit cards when I went. Maybe the machine was down or something, but when they came to the table to take orders, they told us upfront it was cash only. Other than a few little things, it was a nice place, with potential to improve. read more

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Excellent burgers, martinis and all around good service. The waffle fries are not to be missed! Great atmosphere and you can't beat the view of Beautiful Macomb Court House. Chicks is located right downtown in the "Square". read more

Chicks On The Square - Burgers Near Me - Macomb, Illinois

This place was recommended on a recent trip to take our son to school. Since it was our first time here we tried the Lip fries. The chicken chunks were dried and over cooked as if they had been microwaved for too long. The chunks were hard and dry. We sat at the bar and the bartender us this was their most popular item. While the chicken was horrible the fries were ok. My husband decided to try one Lip and it came out hot and was tasty. It was so strange that they decided to put dried out chicken chunks on the fries. Stay away from them and just order the Lips and fries separately. Took off two stars for the horrible Lip fries and the fact that they did nothing to address our displeasure after giving them feedback. The way the chicken on top is prepared is a mystery. read more

Always professional service! It can get packed so be patient when it is! I take the extra time, when I visit the area, to stop in or order pick up! read more

Stop while in town on vacation! Had plenty of leftovers for the next day! Was really yummy!

First time here. Food was amazing and Anita was friendly and nice. She continued to check on us and the restaurant was busy. Will definitely be back:) read more

Nothing else like it. Chicken lips are sooo tasty. A little spicy, but there are other options if you don't care for the heat. Dessert options are also very tasty. The half-ass pie is over the top. read more

Fantastic as always! No matter what you order, be sure to add Blue Cheese dressing! It is made in house and never disappoints!

My friend who moved to Macomb recently brought me to this place. He said this restaurant is one of the popular. While the downtown area was empty, this restaurant was packed around 7:30 on Tuesday. Because we wanted a table, the server quickly cleaned the table and seated us. However, she used a wet cloth, so when I put my phone screen, it had water all over; I had to ask for a napkin so I could wipe it myself. Basically, Lip is a chicken finger, in their own unique cut and shape. I got the Lips Salad, which I think was $9, had two Lips with the salad; the dressing was written to be blue cheese, but you can choose other options. The visual wasn't pleasing when it came with sauces dripped on my plate; it wouldn't take much time to wipe it up if they gave more interest. I cut a piece, the crust was falling off the chicken; more like slipping off. The chicken meat was not seasoned at all and was super bland. I had to chew and blend in the sauce before I tasted it with my tongue. The crust was crispy, but also hard that hurt my teeth. He green was overgrown, and it was dry and wasn't refreshing at all. There were small cubes of tomato and also tomato wedge; was that a variety or were they just throwing in any tomatoes they had prepared? The tomatoes were watering, so it was uncomfortable eating. Macomb doesn't have many restaurant to choose from, which make restaurants less competitive and lack improvement, but I hope restaurants pay more attention to every detail, because customers can come and eat, but it doesn't mean they will walk out contented. read more

Chicks On The Square - Burgers Near Me - Macomb, Illinois