My friend and I stopped in for lunch today since it was so close to where we work. I've never been…read morebefore but my friend has been a couple times before. We split the giant pretzel and I got the Philly cheesesteak. This meal was PHENOMENAL. The pretzel was genuinely giant, soft but crispy, literally perfect. This was the best pretzel I've ever had. The sandwich was filling and absolutely packed with meat and grilled veggies-the sauce was their beer cheese and I have zero complaints. 10/10. I'll be back as often as I can.

Good place to grab some drinks. Pass on the food though - unless you want mediocre typical bar…read morefare. The breaded pork tenderloin is at #1 bottom of the list for the BPTs I enjoyed in the area. This was pulled from a frozen box and deep fried. Large but sub par. Had a Busch Lite to "support the farmers" but decided to head out after being disappointed with my BPT sammy. Pretzels are good but not quite a meal.

Good wine, great old fashions with ton of variety, and the owner makes sure the service is right on…read morepoint!

Best watering hole in Sterling. Selection is the best in Northern Illinois, vibe is conversational…read morecool, and the staff is awesome. If you want to feel like Norm on Cheers the first and every time you walk in, stop at the Rusty Fox.

Candlelight NEVER disappoints! I haven't been in for years due to moving out of state but Chicken…read moreGeorge was something I would dream about. I was in town for a family reunion so I had to stop in. It was just as good as I remember. Chicken George with Jan's sauce is one of a kind. They offer several other options if you do not want chicken. The restaurant was so clean and the decor was very nice. However, I do wish it was a little brighter light in the restaurant but I guess they get the name Candlelight for a reason. Our waitress was AMAZING! We had a large party and she was so great at attending to all of us. I was so glad I got to stop in during my time in town and Chicken George will be something I dream about until my next visit.

Over priced fried garbage…read more I worked at the sterling location in 2018. They made everybody breakfast except me. They made it clear that they were just gonna use me and we're hoping that I would quit. What a sick culture. I'm really glad they close down. There is a love love, meanness That is out of control, rural backwoods little towns that has created Unhappy, miserable people I'd like to make himself feel superior by putting other people down. It's so infantile this company has no exception. Going to go to one of the gentleman managers when I brought it here I was always welcomed in the bar is really nice too. It's a nice atmosphere, and it's very pleasant to just have a meal alone or with a friend or with a big party. candlelight will accommodate you.

Great tenderloin and an extremely yummy French Dip burger. Would go back again! Tenderloin was a…read morereasonable size and husband liked the flavor while wishing it was a little thinner, his preference. Service was great, too!

Stopped in on our way to Freeport, just off 88. Saleena has converted me - best Old Fashioned ever!!read more

Been coming here Forever. But last Saturday we went in for dinner not lunch. They keep the lights…read moreon light a police station They don't know how to set the mood. The bartender needs to be retrained on how to make a margaritas WAY TOO SWEET. they just don't want us to come back. And the pizza is way too salty. Sad to say I probably won't come back.

I always have nice memories of having a nice time in a very nice place that is welcoming with…read moresmiles, relaxed servers who are pleasant to be around and make you want to come back for the warm atmosphere and delicious food without the high price tag like a lot of restaurants have changed over to. Honestly, for the best value and atmosphere and the welcoming people, this is my favorite restaurant to come to Especialy for the lunch, salad, bar, and pizza and pasta Very clean establishment and I love the view outside nice solid tables and all kinds of decorations. Even the lamps are absolutely beautiful. I hope this restaurant is around for the rest of my life.

Was out for a motorcycle ride and stopped in here to keep from starvin'. Absolutely WONDERFUL!…read more The food was SO good! I ordered the Patty Melt - Boo-Yah Style and it was amaaaazing! I upgraded my side to their Boo-Yah Deep Fried Potato Salad and thought I'd gone to heaven! I had a Bloody Mary too, which was good, but that FOOD! Service was great (we sat at the bar) and the ambiance is bar-like (nothin' fancy). Good prices too. Took half mine home for another meal later. OH, almost forgot.... I think their green beans are FRESH?!?

Was back in town for work and had to pick up their wings, so good! The hot are my favorite. An…read moreabsolute must hit every time I'm back for work

This was the best meal I have had in a long time. The mashed potatoes were very original and…read moredelicious. The chocolate pistachio tort was amazing. Great wine special too! And the service was excellent!!!

The Good The filet was cooked perfectly and melted in our…read moremouth. The waiters were very pleasant. The Bad They can cook steak, but have no clue how to cook duck. The skin wasn't rendered down properly making it like rubber. You could still see the white fat and wasn't crispy at all. It wasn't even brown. It was a huge letdown. The wild rice had no flavor and strawberry sauce added nothing. Was told cheese cake was great, but it wasn't even cheesecake. It was a cheesecake crust with a custard center. It was okay but don't call it cheesecake. Only one other customer, so I wouldn't be surprised if others feel the same way. The ambiance was cold. We expected so much more when spending $200+ , so please practice cooking duck

Great bourbon selection for those who enjoy a good bourbon drink…read more Food was great! It's been years since I've been here but gonna have to visit more frequently when I'm in town. Service was great. We were there after a holiday so it was fairly quiet. Nice clean restaurant. Been around for years. Ribeye steak was cooked perfectly to order and sides were great. Definitely recommend. Sorry I forgot to take pics of the food!

Just the best in all things dining in the region! We must return more often. The food, the service,…read morethe ambiance ; just the best!