Took the family to Grafton, Illinois via car ferry and was recommended 3rd Chute Bar and Grill was…read morea favorite spot to enjoy food/drink when visiting. We visited on a Saturday afternoon and 3rd Chute was packed. They do have multiple bars and places to sit on the 3 levels and was able to find some seating. Servers were pretty busy and took a minute to get menus, are drink order and listen to the specials. 3rd Chute does have live music on weekends which was very good. 3rd Chute is a pretty cool place, Lots of great decor everywhere you look which gives the place that cool bar and grill feeling. We started with some mini corn dog appetizers and some Mac and cheese poppers, a fried blend of macaroni and pepper jack cheese fried to perfection. We also ordered a classic cheeseburger with fries, pork tenderloin sandwich, pulled pork sandwich with fries and a grilled hot dog with fries. It took a few minutes to get our food with how busy the place was. Our server did check up on us to make sure our drinks were topped off. Food was cooked to order and was a good portion for those with a hearty appetite. There are several other bar and grills in close proximity to 3rd Chute. Most other places had more seafood options, which unfortunately we had allergies to. 3rd Chute's menu had all the classic food options a great bar and grill usually has available. 3Rd Chute Bar and Grill was a cool experience and highly recommend if you're visiting Grafton and looking for some good food with reasonable prices. We'll be back!

Everything about 3rd Chute is amazing. Food is awesome. Bartenders (especially Dusty) are fabulous…read more Atmosphere is great

Delicious! We had gumbo, mahi mahi tacos that came with red beans and rice. The gumbo came with…read morehomemade cornbread another plus! The service was great. We sat on the upper deck overlooking the river and the ceiling fans kept us cool. Next time we go, I want to rent a pontoon boat and then have lunch.

I recently visited the oyster Bar and this was my first time, however i'm not sure if I will be…read moreback. The good and the bad, I'm not aware of how many entry points this restaurant has but anyone with high heels, but more importantly elderly with a bad back or knees may have difficulty reaching the establishment. I ordered a catfish platter, now the fish was fried crispy and was tasty. The fries were good as well however, I subbed a scoop of red beans and rice for the fries but for the price and the name platter that maybe a little miss leading. Please take a look at my picture below

Place seems like a fun night place. For lunch, it's standard bar grille food. Not a huge standout…read more I had the cheesesteak. It was odd. Instead of pieces of thinly sliced steak mixed with cheese, it was a thin sliced piece of steak with cheese on top. More of a steak sandwich. It was ok. The fries were well seasoned. And the homemade ranch was a standout. Service was pretty good. We had a big group and they did very well. Biggest turnoff was the semi outdoor area that allows smoking. Not a big fan of eating with cigarette fumes throughout the building.

I've lived in the area five years and I am still bewildered how people can smoke on the patio at…read moreRoper's even when the all the sliding doors are closed. I just always hope no one who smokes is seated near me. Today I expanded my menu experience by trying something totally new and different. I went with a Foul Ball, which is a chicken breast on a Brioche Bun with garnishes. I choose hand battered. You can also do, grilled or blackened. My breast was super thick and batter was crispy and had good flavor. As a side, I went with Tater Tots instead of fries. I've done this at other places and I'm starting to favor Tots. My beer was cold and the service was attentive. My server was training a new person and I think you always get better service when they are training. They want to make sure the newbie gets it, so they overdo it sometimes. I live super close to Roper's, but don't think of them when I'm heading out to eat. The food is good, I need to train my brain to remember them. I'll be back, hopefully sooner then later.

Today is our 32nd Anniversary. I wanted to celebrate at somewhere nice. I decided to try Porter's…read more. This is our 2st time. Ot was very elegant. They put a lot of effort in making this an upscale restaurant. Customer service was exceptional. Grace was our server. She checked on us all night. She made our experience one of the best we have had. The assistant server kept our drinks full. Grace went over the specials and the vegetable of the dau. She even brought us a complimentary cake for our anniversary. The food was great. For starters we got the pepperoni bruschetta. It was delicious. The presentation was amazing. The steak was very tender. I got the Porter's signature grill pepperloin and baked potato. It came with their signature mustard sauce on the side. The steak was so tender that I cut it with the fork. I didn't know what to expect but everything was excellent. She got chicken marsala over whipped potatoes and green beans. She loved it. We got the 7 layers chocolate cake and cheesecake. There is plenty of free parking. I had a wonderful time. You have got to try this restaurant .

Absolutely phenomenal. Saturday night/Valentine's Day, so I did have a reservation - no wait to be…read moreseated. I was right in front of the fire place seated at a two top and the lights were dimly lit with soft jazz in the background. Our waiter John was very friendly and attentive. The bread was warm and meted in your mouth, the Caesar salad was different and yet so so good!! The steak was the winner of the night, flavorful, crispy on the outside melt in your mouth on the inside absolutely no mistakes there I would order again and again. The Mac and cheese + baked potato were good as well I would recommend to anyone. Bill for 2 plus a drink was around $165.

State Street is easily one of my favorite restaurants in the Riverbend area. They were a shining…read morestar in downtown Alton until their lease was not renewed. At first I thought it was a bad call by the landlord. Now that they are located in Elsah, I realize he did them a favor. Beau and Terri rallied and took on the challenge of relocating their restaurant. They searched hight and low and found the perfect location in Elsah, just 8 miles north of the old location. Elsah welcomed them with open arms and issued them the first liquor license in the history of the township. Since the relocation I have been multiple times for lunch. You cannot go wrong with their famous Mushroom Asparagus Soup or one of the popular Paninis. I've also been to a wine dinner that impressed me and my cousin who is a wine connoisseur. The wine and food were paired beautifully. Experiencing a regular dinner in the boutique dinning room is also a delight. Their menu changes regularly, but I must say when you see Terri's Lasagna being offered, that is a sign to order it. You will not be disappointed. All the servers and staff are spectacular. It blows my mind how many of them can remember the names of all their regulars. It makes for a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Next time you're traveling the River Road, take a detour into Elsah and visit State Street on LaSalle.

This is my first time here since they moved to Elsah, and it's as delicious and wonderful as ever…read more The service is so personal, the kind you only get in a small town. The new dining area is beautifully decorated and cozy. And of course the food is delicious. Just look at their panini options and you'll know what I mean. This time I had the potato soup and the roasted turkey panini, and it was absolutely delicious. I only wish I had gotten a full sandwich! I had a dilemma ordering because there were too many incredible options. Thankfully I was able to see a few other dishes that my friends ordered, so I know how yummy they look! I can't wait to return and try more.

The "manager runs the good bar tenders off the owner don't stand up for his employees after the…read moremanager gets tons of complaints she don't get fired but someone that speaks up does!!!" Let's not forget the hairnets and gloves that aren't being worn while food handling!! I've only seen one person that works there was their hands. This review don't deserve stars

A regular stopping point while out birding along the rivers. Great burgers with fixings. Been…read moremeaning to get here earlier to try the breakfast selection, everything else I've had was always delicious. Fast and friendly service.

Came here on a beautiful spring Sunday around dinner time for a drink before dinner. Sitting on the…read morewaters edge is really fun. We were able to find a seat in the shade right away. I know it can get busy and sometimes they have live music which is fun. This isn't a fancy cocktail lounge, it's a fun place to come and grab a drink and enjoy the river. The prices aren't the best for cocktails but not the worst. I've had some of their food in the past and it's typical bar food. Nothing I crave but something to eat while drinking.

I have only had the chips and salsa so far but I see lots of people who seem to be enjoying their…read moremeals. The atmosphere is like at the beach.

Had the ribeye and it was good. Had a live band and it was fun and met new people. Will continue to…read morecome back.

Great little place to stop when going for a drive on 94. The inside is fun to look around and the…read morefood was really good. Grilled shrimp yummmm.