BASH (Burger And SusHi) in Ottawa IL: Why you should go there instead of fast food chains. If you…read moreget a $16 roll and a $10 roll and really take the time to enjoy each mouth full of those true works of art (tip of the hat to Hadi).. eyes closed ..face skyward.. all attention on your tastebuds to give the experience the attention it deserves.. you'll take half of each home and get two meals. Technically that $30+ tab is more than you'd spend for a burger and fries and a shake someplace.. but thats one meal..and its fast and its done and did you really need or want that calorie count? that fat and sugar? starch and salt? It tastes good you say? ok.. try this instead.. take half home. two meals at about the same price per meal.. much better for you and when I say ART.. I mean ART. Like taking your tastebuds to a live concert with Bach and Mozart playing and the opener is OG Queen. As to the economics.. If you buy at a chain..thats an organization designed to funnel money up and OUT of your community as much as possible.. if you eat at say Cinco in Streator or any locally owned and operated and incorporated restaurant more of the money stays local to swish around in the local economy. OH and of course, healthier eating in both cases. real food. A solid platter at Cinco usually gets me at least two meals and thats if i dont mix in the leftovers to punch up my own tacos or soup or whatever I'm cooking

It's a very upscale and modern cute and large establishment. The vibes are there and the space but…read moreit will never not be packed and loud. Rightfully so. Service has always been good when I went. I've probably gone under 10x and given enough tries at the new and old locations. Every time there's always something that goes wrong but I continue to come back because family and friends love it and I always try something else when I come in. Food is always edible most of the time but not great. I've had hair in my burger before. Other Burgers were overcooked and flavorless. Mac and cheese is disgusting. Sushi menu is kinda repeat and all fried / tempora. Pretty basic and boring and if you're gluten free you're kinda SOL. Crab Rangoon is imitation crab. Gross. This last time I went for a goodbye dinner to a coworker moving: Drinks- Table got a pitcher of white sangria- it was ok but way overpriced. I got the strawberry basil lemonade drink and it sucked. It lacked taste. I'n convinced it was water and not lemonade, nothing puree about it, & there was no basil in it besides used as a piece of decor. Sushi- I showed the waitress a picture of the roll I saw on someone review and that it claimed it was a Ottawa roll but it was not and 10/10 a different role that was given to me. Luckily I will eat anything and it actually wasn't bad but what the hell. Truffle fries- beer battered. Yuck. Mac & Cheese- I thought it used to be not bad but I got it this last time as a side and it was different noodles, thick, no creamy cheese sauce, & no seasoning. Dessert- 10/10 made the trip worth it. I hate fried ice cream and not a huge brownie person but that dessert was amazing. The beignet with caramel- yessss. I never get the hype of the food but think it's because there's not much around like this for locals. If someone wanted to go back I wouldn't not go but I am not a fan.

Stopped in to watch the hockey game and have a few beers. The place was pretty crowded and the…read moremusic was very loud. The service was good. The prices are reasonable. There is plenty of seating on both sides of the bar. They have plenty of TVs to watch games.

Dined here on a Monday night so no live music or much activity. The servers were friendly and the…read moredining experience was good overall. Had the Boxty Cheese Dip appetizer. The potato pancakes were warm and fluffy and the cheese dip had a thick rich and just slightly spicy flavor. A very enjoyable appetizer. The fish and chips were cooked to perfection. The fish had a nice coating of batter that wasn't too greasy. Large portion of fries.

Visited patios to see a local band Just the Tip. Ordered two drinks, a double Jack and Diet and a…read moreCoors light and was charged $10.50 and about 45 minutes later, ordered the same exact two drinks and was randomly charged $12.50 and rounded to 14. Will NOT be back when dishonest bartenders are willing to charge random prices and obviously skimming the till. Dan DuBois

Great place to hang out and have drinks! The bartenders and owners are amazing and always very…read morefriendly. They have games you can play out on the patio and they always have football on during football season. We have been here numerous times and it's always a blast!

Did not eat here but we enjoyed our drinks. Cute bar, love the decor, a lot of wood and definitely…read morehas a pub feel. Service from the bar tender was good, she kept out drinks flowing. Cute place to stop for a beer.

We were called to West Chicago for an emergency and hadn't eaten all day. Upon finishing, Dr…read more Robert insisted we hold out for a ride to St. Charles and the world's greatest Irish pub. Heard that before, Rob. McNally's is cute and all but nothing like the greats. It has a comfy cozy atmosphere that, initially, I found relaxing. Then the server showed-up with a nasty disposition and the patience of a child. After waiting entirely too long for a check-up, I ended up asking the bartender for a refill. How hard is it to just grab the server and tell her to add a drink to our tab? No can do. I was dismissed, very short and coarsely, and told to order it through my waitress. The saving grace was their menu and quality of food. The scotch egg, shepherd's pie boxty and the Guinness chocolate mousse were spot on. I had a bite of their bangers and mash and easily could order that, too. I didn't handle the bill but I can tell you the place is pricey and there's not enough here to justify it. Obviously, we didn't say a thing to the good doctor but this place is mediocre at best. 02/26

Wow! We randomly stopped at this hidden gem in Dixon on our way back home from a visit to Iowa and…read moreit will definitely be a regular stop going forward. Can't believe we haven't stumbled on this place before. It's an easy stop off 88 and the food is great! We both had burgers; I got onion rings which are some of the best we have ever had. They are crispy and delicious! The burgers were amazing! Lots of toppings to choose from, perfectly toasted buns, crispy bacon, just a perfect, juicy burger. The bartender was friendly and helpful and the guys behind the grill were awesome. Can't wait to stop back and try more delicious eats! They had fried chicken today too which was tempting:-)

Just flew into Rockford airport and heading west to Iowa. We are hungry and a burger sounds…read moreperfect. Yelp gives this place 4.4 stars. Ok, let's check it out. Looks kinda sketchy from the outside but we went for it. Glad we did. The amber bock beer was cold and wonderful. I ordered the burger with bbq sauce my wife ordered the yankee. Both were awesome. What a great find.

What a great little find! This place is in transition to a great little Irish bar. The owner and…read morethe bar staff are so inviting and fun and the patrons were so nice. We stumbled upon this place as we drove home from a girls' trip on a Wednesday afternoon and were immediately welcomed (none of the glares we received as "out of towners" in other bars that day). I would definitely recommend stopping in for a drink ( or more). Thanks Richie and Connie!

This is a staple must go when we are in Peoria. Our friends started going every time they were…read morethere and invited us since it's the first time traveling with them. The restaurant was able to accommodate our party of 20 as we sat outside with live music going on. We were the last to get there as we came from an event at the convention center. I noticed they had gotten the same waitress as they had the last time. She was awesome and was on top of everyone's orders and refills. I ordered the shepherds pie and it's the best one I've ever had. The flavors were very comforting and had depth to it. I also love the amount they serve. It was a lot for me but the value was great. This is definitely added to our list when in Peoria.

The food was mid. I had fish and chips and it was pretty bland. The menu selection wasn't the best.read more

Checked out this long time bar and restaurant in Aurora. It always gets a big gathering for sports…read moreespecially the football games. O'Malley's is located in one of the more rural parts of the city if you can call it that. Basically one of the few dining options that are right around here. There's the usual beers and cocktails, as well as things like burgers and pretzels. Bigger than it looks inside. It's located pretty close to the golf course so it's a popular spot after playing. This also gets a lot of people who are watching football on weekends. One of the local sports bars. They have a pretty good happy hour. It's about $4 for basic cocktails such as whiskey and Coke. It's about $5 to get the Pretzel Logs. The rest of the food menu is pretty meaty, with things like burgers and chicken tenders. For sure it's a good place for watching games. It's located on Hill Avenue next to Phillips Park. The happy hour is even on weekends.

Stopped in for a beer on a Friday afternoon. Friendly bartender and the atmosphere was lively with…read morewhat seemed to be a lot of regulars. Nice outdoor patio looking towards golf course. Video poker machines in the back and a pool table. Will try some food on my next visit!

Nate is the best! My boyfriend and I stopped here on a family trip and had the best time :) Nate is…read moresuper knowledgeable and sociable. Highly highly recommend the cocktail "children of the corn". Perfect drinks and perfect vibe!!

I was really excited to check this place out after seeing their cocktail menu online, and in some…read moreways it definitely lived up to the hype. The drinks were excellent--well-balanced, creative, and clearly made with skill. There was also a live musician performing during my visit who was amazing and added a great atmosphere and really elevated the overall vibe. Service, however, was a mixed experience. One of the bartenders (a newer female bartender) was very friendly, attentive, and showed a lot of potential--she made a great impression despite seeming a bit new. Unfortunately, the other bartender completely brought the experience down. He came across as rude, disengaged, and honestly like he didn't want to be there at all. I understand it was a busy night, but there was very little sense of urgency from him, and wait times felt longer than they should have been--even factoring in the crowd. That said, I do understand everyone can have an off night, and given how good the drinks and atmosphere were (plus the positive reviews I've seen elsewhere), I'd likely be willing to give it another shot. Overall, great cocktails and ambiance, but inconsistent service keeps it from being a top-tier experience--for now. I will be happy to update following a repeat visit.