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    Nelly's

    4.0 (141 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers, Fast Food, Hot Dogs
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Dont get the burgers

    The burger completely fell apart and was overdone. The grilled chicken sandwhich was ok. The milkshake was watery. The best things were the pizza puff and the fries. Was bummed because I heard great things. Maybe ill stick to a hotdog or pizza puff next time.

    Veggie Wrap
    Steve A.

    A pretty cool spot in Wilmington that's a hangout. It seems popular with locals. Nelly's is best known for burgers and hot dogs but they have some other stuff too. Get food and have it at the brewery next to it. This looks like a pretty fun place to come in and see the crap on all the walls. It looks like a pretty interesting place with lots of crazy history. So much fun memorabilia to check out. There's lots of interesting stories. Customers have written on the walls and they haven't cleaned any of it off. There's years of comments and names written on the walls. Fun to read while waiting for your order. The food isn't as memorable but it's still okay though. It mostly has burgers and hot dogs. They also have a Veggie Wrap. It's $7 for a small one. This has cheese, mushrooms, onions, and tomatoes. It can also be customized. This also comes with a pickle. Has some basic diner food. It's cheap for most items. They will also deliver to the brewery next to here so you can eat there.

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    Mark D.

    Three of us ended up at Nelly's for lunch in the mid afternoon. Even late they had a pretty good amount of customers. From the counter we ordered a burger, a patty melt and a pork loin sandwich. I think the place is known for its burgers. The tenderloin was on of those pre-made frozen jobs but it was good. And big. Service with a smile and decent food. Cannot ask for much more.

    Monday special.
    Greg R.

    My sister and I stopped in here for lunch after visiting the nearby Midewin National Prairies and the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. The restaurant has a large and interesting selection of beers brewed on the premises. I enjoyed the Downtown Brown, and my sister liked her Paulie's IPA. The half-pound cheeseburgers and fries were the Monday special and were a great and tasty deal considering their generous portion and excellent cooking. Ordering them medium was a good choice since they don't overcook the meat like so many other places do. The fries were hot and delicious. The entire staff was friendly and welcoming...proactively offering the option to taste multiple beers on tap. They clearly explained the ordering process: order food at the back counter and beers at the bar. They use a pager system to let you know when your meal is ready. There are also tables outside if you want to dine al fresco, but we enjoyed the local atmosphere indoors.

    Eating area     Try the bison burger. Always a good place to stop whether you're local or just passing through.
    Chris Z.

    Whether you're a local or a tourist, biker just passing through, it's a great place for a stop. Try the bison burger. Yum. I think they have Wifi though I Never tried it. Go see it.

    Dave Y.

    Came back a year later just to make sure the burger was as good as I remembered. Yep, it's the real deal. Great beefy and slightly fatty burger taste along with some well-matched, fresh accompaniments. I had the Southalls Southwestern TD done medium and can put my stamp of approval on that one. Fries are done perfectly too with that crisp outer layer and moist mash insides. Pull off the interstate for a taste of small town goodness, you'll be glad you did.

    Country burger with bacon!
    Dan L.

    After a long hike at Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, me and my friends stumbled upon this hidden gem. We were looking for a burger and this had exactly what we were looking for. The burgers were huge and juicy. The meat was cooked to perfection. We ordered Cajun fries which were seasoned well. I wish we could have dined in to get the full experience. If we are ever in the area, we will definitely be back!

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    8 months ago

    Should be less than 1 star. Owners left 1 hour prior to advertised closing with 7-8 customers just sitting down to order on a Friday night!

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    What a great find. Fun time, but service can take awhile so be ready to enjoy the atmosphere and relax.

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    Really great burger, and I love their parmesan fries. Great little restaurant, great staff

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    The southwest dog is amazing. Friendly service. Food is made to order but doesn't take long at all. Great place to go when cruising rt 66

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    They have Good food For a Reasonable price. Great owners. Always a favorite. Great for lunch or dinner.

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    Great spot for a really good burger and beer! Stopped in after visiting the antique stores in town.

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    5 years ago

    GROSS!! Takes forever to get cold tasteless food. Save your money. Burger King is way better and I hate burger King!!

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    6 years ago

    This place was awesome. Love the unique atmosphere. The food is awesome and fast. Highly recommend

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