Stopped in with my daughter for a nice lunch. Juliet's is situated in downtown Joliet in an area…read morethat's currently under renovation. Juliet's is an excellent addition. Large, roomy, elegant but still laid back. We stopped in for lunch but I can totally see the dinner crown hanging here before after theater shows or shopping. The decor is clean, crisp, and stylish. The staff and service is excellent! Refined yet casual and comfortable. I wish I had asked my severs name she was great. In fact a few servers checked on us while she was bus attending to other tables. We started with the Brussels sprouts which were large and plentiful with some in zest we dug in and enjoyed them very much. I had burger which was hand pattied and full of flavor. Really good burger holds up to any burger out there really. My daughter had the rib eye steak sandwich which was really good as well and rather large for the price. Cooked just as requested and on a nice fresh bilillo type roll. It's a great stop and I definitely plan on trying dinner there as their offerings look excellent. A great spot for casual or fine dining fare.

Varied menu, reasonably priced. Nicely designed, friendly staff, nice location, free street parking…read morenearby, can walk from Rock Island and Amtrak train stations.

The food is horrible. Out of most things. Pretzels were…read moreburnt. Disgusting food. I won't waste my time here again.

Don't recommend going to this bar ever! We had the worst experience! We just wanted to stop in for…read morea drink and some appetizers before going to the casino! Everything was going great until the waitress told us if we weren't staying for the band we could get our money back from the bouncer because we shouldn't have had to pay! We didn't ask her for our money back she brought it up. She told the owner and he came over asking if he could buy us a free round instead of giving our money back and we said no we were okay and didn't want the free drink as we were ready to leave. He didn't like that my sister said no to the free drink and called her a weiner. Very unprofessional of the owner of the bar. He told us he has to pay $1,000 for the band so he didn't want to give the money back and my sister responded "that's not our problem" and he got mad and slammed the door and told the bouncer to give us money back as we left. He was completely wasted as well. As an owner maybe you shouldn't be wasted and calling patrons in the bar childish names and it was only 8:30pm!

Great food, excellent soup with usually three Different…read morekinds homemade, great draft beers And excellent service.

My husband found this old school restaurant that was established in 1933 with high Google ratings…read morethat was conveniently located on the way to the Rialto Theatre where we were headed for a concert. So we tried it. Merichka's serves good food with good service in a non-fancy kind of restaurant. It has various dining areas and a small bar. The room we sat in was nondescript with not one decoration on the walls. The multiple ceiling fans were running so I froze all throughout dinner. I didn't get our server's name, but she provided good service and was engaging. She always came back to check on us. The other staff we encountered was thorough in delivering food and removing dirty plates. We started with cocktails, a bourbon neat for him and an old-fashioned for me. My husband enjoyed his bourbon, however my old-fashioned was Wisconsin style which I didn't enjoy. We shared the mushrooms as a starter - I have to admit they were perfection! The portion was generous and the crust was perfectly crispy without being greasy. I think we missed the boat, though, because we didn't order the onion rings, which looked sensational. Dinners come with a relish tray and a couple sides. The relish tray had cottage cheese, a bean salad and a pasta salad. Again, generous in size. My hubby had a steak with fried shrimp for dinner and his sides were a salad and twice baked potato. He ordered the steak rare because he didn't trust that it would be cooked to medium rare. He was right to go rare because it came out a little pink. I opted for the baked cod for dinner with a salad and twice baked potato. My cod was 12oz and was moist and flaky. I didn't even put a dent in my dinner because I was full from the mushrooms and relish tray. We ended up bringing most of our entrees home. I'm glad we tried this restaurant out, but honestly even though the food was decent, I didn't enjoy the bare bones atmosphere and being uncomfortable throughout dinner because the fans were on. If you like a supper club without the frills, I think you would like this place.

Small intimate venue. Went in 2020 for the first time and had a good time. I saw Danny Worsnop…read more Unfortunately I blacked out at my second show seeing Motionless in White and can't remember much besides having a great time seeing them in person so intimately for the first time in 2021.

The Forge rules. The staff is friendly and actually seem like they care, and the crowds have always…read morebeen just as chill. It's a small space and it definitely gets crowded, but that's part of the charm. You're packed in, close to the stage, and fully in it with everyone else. There is an upstairs balcony if you want a break from the floor, but most of the action is general admission and the sound down there is really solid. Loud, clear, and exactly what you want for a show like this. They sell food but I can't speak to that as I've never gotten it but it always smells good. Free parking nearby is a huge bonus and makes the whole night way easier. If you like intimate shows, sweaty crowds, and good sound, this is absolutely the spot.

Really enjoyed the lunch. Polish sampler was excellent. Will definitely be back again.read more

I ordered on Friday and was quite excited to try this place. Got the chicken noodle soup, the pork…read morechop dinner and the polish platter. The chicken noodle soup looked good but definitely lacks flavor. My friend loved his platter. The pork chop dinner was a complete disaster. The mashed potatoes and gravy were smashed together with the sauerkraut making both of them inedible. It looked so unappealing. Like something out of a baby's diaper. The pork chop itself was fried nicely but had not one ounce of flavor in it. $48 down the drain. One and done. I was hoping to have a place close by that would be good. Something other than Mexican food, but serving slop like this, I'll stick to the 1000 taco joints we have around here. This place won't be missed.

Very neat place. Much larger than in the photos. Open bar on one side and dining in the next room…read more Very nice solid wood comfortable chairs. Great service. Scratch kitchen that really delivers. The homemade thin potato chips are magical. Amazing menu. Lives up to the name.

My husband and I shared a Rico, Magpie's version of an Italian beef sandwich…read more I'm super picky about beef sandwiches, and seldom order them. I have to say that the Rico was phenomenal. The beef was tender, well seasoned, and sliced paper thin, complemented perfectly with mild giardineira and beefy au jus.I'd never hesitate to order one again. The service was superlative, and the ambiance warm and friendly.

Vegan? They have a vegan hotdog option. Sometimes dessert…read moretoo. (Ice cream) Food is good and fast. Service is friendly! Ambiance super chill hang out spot and lots of seating, sometimes music on the tv

So I heard this place was outstanding,so we went there and I had a double cheeseburger which was…read morethe best cheeseburger I've ever had. My wife had a beef which was also very good. Annerinos is definitely a place to check out if you like delicious and quality food. Also the owner is really nice and appreciates our business. Definitely a hidden gem in Lockport.

We were excited to try Urban Kitchen, and it absolutely delivered…read more Right away, the decor stood out, unique without being over the top, warm, and inviting. The waitstaff was friendly, helpful, and genuinely attentive without hovering. We started with drinks: blueberry mojitos and sangria. Both were fantastic. The flavors were perfectly balanced, refreshing, and it was clear they were made with real care and attention, not just poured and sent out. For appetizers, we ordered the chips with guacamole and salsa. We weren't expecting the chips to come out hot and clearly fresh from the fryer, but wow, perfectly crisp with just the right amount of salt. The guacamole tasted fresh and clean, and the salsa had a great balance of heat and flavor without overpowering anything. I ordered the birria tacos, and they were outstanding. The meat was incredibly well seasoned, tender, and full of flavor. You can tell when food is prepared by someone who truly cares about what they're making, those kinds of flavors can't be faked. The Cobb salad was equally impressive: fresh ingredients, a perfect portion size, moist chicken, and a dressing that tied everything together beautifully. One of the nicest surprises was learning that Urban Kitchen supports the community through Meals on Wheels. It's always great to enjoy a meal knowing the restaurant gives back. The only downside? We live six hours away. That said, we will absolutely be back the next time we're in the area. Highly recommend!

First time here - very nice ambiance inside. X-Mas decoration up…read more Had the Cauliflower Bites for an appetizer, Market Salad and Birria Queso Tacos for main dish. All were Hot, well prepared, and Tasty!! Service was great. Will definitely be back.

Very nice open space restaurant. Lots of good choice of food and beers obviously…read more A good / safe option in Lockport. Will return.

Came for a quick lunch and really enjoyed. Our server was very nice and quick with everything we…read moreasked for. Beautiful inside and very spacious. My husband and I shared the cheese curds, tomato bisque soup and BBQ burger. All were so good, no complaints!

Pachamama is a gem! It's small, but cozy. We went there with 16 people last night at 2 tables, so…read morewe had a chance to see or taste what others had. All 16 LOVED the food. With so many people, the dinner was a bit slow to come out all at once, but well worth the short wait. It was hot and perfectly cooked. And there was lots of it. You won't leave hungry. Only one young gentleman to bus, serve, and accommodate us. He kept the orders straight, was attentive and provided excellent service. The owner (I presume) came out a few times to chat and say goodbye. A very cordial atmosphere! The menu is extensive, mostly chicken, beef, and sea food. No pork that I saw. We left happy and satisfied!!! A wonderful place that we'll put on our go-to places! Jim Thomas / DeKalb

What a great gem of the authentic Peruvian cuisine we acquired in Sycamore. Lovely atmosphere,…read moreattentive service and most importantly very tasty cuisine. My ceviche de pescado made of chopped white fish marinated in fresh lime citrus juices, garlic, ginger and rocoto chili and served with sweet potatoes and Peruvian corn was absolutely delicious with its very balanced flavor. My friends tasted 2 different types of chicken dishes ( Pollada Peruana and Milanese de pollo ) and loved both of them. I noticed that the chicken was not heavily breaded which is a considerable plus. I like that the restaurant varies its special offerings on the weekends that they publish on Facebook. I will be back soon to try the new dishes at this cozy restaurant!