Not gonna lie... we walked in and thought it looked a little shady, but based on the reviews, we…read morestayed. I'm glad we did! Everyone enjoyed their meals quite a bit, although no one was happy with the poppers as the jalapeños were inedible (far too rubbery to get your teeth through). We had a burger, chicken sandwich, patty melt and rueben- most with fries and one with tots. Again, everyone was super happy with their meals and the service was great! They allow pups on the patio, so we'll be sure to bring ours to our next visit. If you're in the area, be sure to check it Mary's!

Food is awesome & the wings are gigantic & yummy... The fries were the best I've had & seasoned to…read moreperfection... My husband loved the pizza burger & I loved the onion rings... Had leftovers Service was great too & friendly... They have a full bar & dining room for those who prefer to sit away from the bar...I diffently would recommend this place...

We had take out and I'll tell you, the Gryos was the best I've had in McHenry County. The portions…read moreare big enough to fill you up for days. I would recommend it to everyone.

Went back 2 nights in a row. The Country Bowl is incredible. I had it over steamed veggies. The…read morepot roast has great crust and the mushroom gravy has excellent flavor and really compliments the pot roast. The next night I tried the kabob dinner and bowl of chili. Both were great. The chicken kabobs are seasoned well and are grilled perfectly. Chili was homemade and hit the spot on this single digit night.

We moved here about a year ago and After the Fox is our most re- visited restaurant yet! We usually…read morelike to try a new place each time, but we can't keep away from their burgers and fish fries. On St. Paddy's day they opened early to accommodate the morning crowd and I was so relived to have an indoor viewing spot since it was chilly. The place was decked out in green and everyone was in a great festive mood. Serves and bartenders were so helpful and on point with the large crowd. 10/10 for the food, the vibes, and the fast and friendly service. Definitely a place you feel comfortable hanging out.

I Had a great Mahi-Mahi sandwich! My wife ordered a…read morecheeseburger that she did not like. Instead of a slice of cheese, it was some sort of cheese spread that she said didn't taste 'real'. We recommend an immediate switch out to actual cheddar cheese slices instead of the spread, whatever it was. Waitress was excellent and you can't beat the views as this place sits on the shores of the Fox River at the northern end of McHenry's famous River Walk.

UpRooted is a nice restaurant, old school Supper Club vibe with a salad cart and plating that may…read moresometimes be reminiscent of the 1970's but food execution has always been good if occasionally a bit under-seasoned. And virtually NOBODY offers Beef Wellington anymore but you can get it here, always a treat for me. I've primarily eaten in the bar area which is large and nice, and has a fairly big/separate gaming space which is less busy than most places nearby since this is a higher end restaurant more than gaming bar. Service has always been professional and there is ample parking, definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

Came for a birthday dinner. It wasn't too busy and service was great. Their old fashioned was…read moregood but not mixed up at all. You tasted everything warm on a big ice cube. No balance. Other than that a great evening. Sausage flatbread was hot and delicious. I had the lamb shank. Way too much food but it was done so well. Kudos. Their steak and chicken dishes were also a hit. The little desert cups are cute and so yummy. Very nice evening and good service.

Went Last night for the return of the fish fry. ( its discontinued during the summer, I was told…read morebecause there are more people in the summer) was disappointed. food order wrong, there were two of us. when the fish (both fried and broiled) arrived it was dry, or old, or previously frozen. During the off season, we would try different fish fry's and use Vickies as the Gold standard. We were never asked how everything is, I suspect they know. such a shame, the hunt is on for a new Vickies Fish Fry.

Came fora quick lunch after a doggy play date…read more They had a a separate doggy patio which was clean and had lots of shade for the dogs. The servers were nice overall but definitely stuck to some tables over others. I did like that they had a dog menu and brought out bowls for each dog which was great. The chicken was up to my pup's standards and probably would have had 5 more if I let him. I got the Malibu chicken sandwich, it had good flavor just a little overcooked. Can't complain overall, food was good besides being a little dry. Overall it was a decent experience and we would come again, it had a nice atmosphere.

We went there so we could be near the water and was told the chicken was excellent. When we went to…read morepark we were told the spot was handicapped parking by the person who was seating us. The spot next to us was clearly marked and had a sign also. We parked next to it where there were no markings. We moved our car and was seated outside. We had a choice of inside or outside. Our Waitress took our drink and food order. We ordered water and it took forever to get it. The waitress was going around several times getting refills on alcohol for other tables. Both times I asked for lemon in the water. Never got any. I knew the pressure cooked chicken would take awhile . The food was excellent. The salads were large. Scenery was great. At one point we went inside and our Waitress was talking to the other staff . We were waiting on drink refills. A young gentleman cleared our dirty dishes and was very polite and hoped we were having a good day. I would go back for the food and scenery. I would request someone else to wait on us . We were over 2 hours from our home and travel quite often.

Visited with friends again today. It was super hot so we opted to eat inside. Good choice…read moreexcept the air conditioner didn't seem to keep up. Margarita came in a plastic cup yet colas and water were in a glass. For the cost of alcoholic beverages presentation and garnishing goes a long way. Food is ok. Friend had jack Daniel's burger and thought it was ok and left 1/2. Chicken sandwich was ok - nothing amazing. Water served with meals is really bad. I mean really bad. I was underwhelmed today. Will I be back on a nice day? Most likely. The location by the water is nice and the food is ok.

Been meaning to try this place out and was not disappointed…read more It's small inside, with larger (maybe communal?) tables, you order from the counter and they bring out the food. We ordered an Italian sandwich and Philly cheesesteak (tuesdays only), with fries and drinks. This was the best Italian sub sandwich I've had in the area. The meats were generous and it tasted so fresh. The cheesesteak was also fresh and delicious, the taste of the steak being a huge standout. Both sandwiches had amazing bread, and the fries were delicious. The price was a little steep at almost $50 for two sandwiches, one bag of chips, one soda, and an order of fries. But for me, the quality was worth the price for a once in a while treat. Our only complaint was the ketchup came in packets, and they either were old or not under proper temp control. The texture was off, and the packets were inflated... making it seem like they went bad. We will be coming back for sure.

Why has this place turned into a dirty fingerprint and meat smudged pit? The last time I was in I…read morehad noted a decline in cleanliness, but now it can only described as so much so to be completely unappealing. There wasn't a single metal or glass surface that wasn't smeared and smudged, both inside and out. Display cases were disheveled, with price and description tags laying backward and turned over so as to not be readable. Not one, not two but at least half were this way or completely missing. Shelves were dusty. The bottoms of the freezers grimy and the glass dirty. The prep area behind the counter was none too impressive either. I ordered a Reuben and expected a real deli style sandwich with a great sauce and good kraut. What I was served looked like someone had wadded up a ball of shaved corned beef and slammed it in the middle of a very large slice of toast leaving about 1 1/2" of naked crust surrounding a ball of beef. The sauce was lackluster and the kraut almost tasteless. I've had better Rueben's across the street for nearly half the price. The ribeye sandwich was tasty, but uninspired and looked like it had been slapped together by a 3rd grader. Zero attention given to presentation. If I am going to an establishment which charges $30 a lb for ribeyes and $14 -$17 for a sandwich with only a limp dill pickle quarter as a side, I expect an equally corresponding attention to cleanliness and detail. This trip in was enough to make me not ever want to return. I doubt I will.

Food is always good, service is great.We've never had a problem. Decor is warm and comfortable.read more

First time visiting last night to have their Friday night fish fry and we're not disappointed!…read more The place as hopping busy so there was alittle wait, but a spot opened at the bar and we grabbed it. My husband and I both had the ayce combo and added a cup of clam chowder soup. DELICIOUS! Serving size is large, and we're happily stuffed without additional servings. Definitely a no frills kind of place...kinda makes you feel like you're on a vacation! ALL the servers, bartenders and the host were super friendly and hard working, even when they were packed and pressured. Forgot to mention we drove 1 hour to get there, and an hour home in the pouring rain, but it was worth it. Loved Cullom Knoll, we will be back!

A First Visit That Won't Be Our Last!…read more Our first visit to The Rusty Nail did not disappoint! We each ordered the prime rib, and all three meals were fantastic. The king cuts were generous, cooked beautifully, and absolutely delicious. At $32 a meal, the quality and portion were an incredible value. Our server, Amy, was the perfect finishing touch. She was super sweet, personable, and incredibly accommodating. Great service can make a meal even better, and she definitely did that for us! The restaurant was clean and welcoming, and they also have outdoor seating. We arrived around 5:00 and walked right in with no wait, which was a nice bonus. Five stars all around for the food, service, atmosphere, and value. We'll definitely be back and would absolutely recommend The Rusty Nail!

Met up with family for dinner here on Father's Day. The service was fine, but the waitress rushed…read moreaway from our table as fast as possible making reordering drinks a hassle. Not sure if she had too many tables or what was going on. The food was very good though. Everyone enjoyed it. The quinoa bowl was delicious. The chicken was super juicy. I would get it again!

Super fun casual restaurant with retro themed arcade games. Very fun and unique menu options with…read morecool burger and sandwich combinations named after your favorite pop culture characters. We ordered the Greek fries, Rick grimes sub, and the Gonk hot dog. Their home made fries and kettle chips were awesome. The food was large portioned and we brought home lots of leftovers. The only negative was the restaurant was a little bit dirty, the floors were sticky and the soda machine has seen better days and shook when dispensing ice and soda. It didn't give me much confidence that the inside of the machine has been cleaned lately, I will definitely be back to try other menu options (because there are a ton of fantastic choices) and hope the cleanliness is considered another day.

Super fun place. Great menu- lots of options. Delicious food. Service prompt and friendly.read more