We popped in while visiting town recently and had so much fun! There was karaoke that night and a…read morenice small crowd of talented singers! The dj was so fun and welcoming! The drinks were fine. I would have preferred a glass to the plastic that was used. The service was slow but yet they were well staffed.

The seafood chowder special was good. It was not a thick soup, it was more on the runny side but…read morehad big chunks of seafood. I was not a big fan of the rest of the menu, so I don't know if I would come back here. Food is a bit on the salty side. Our visit was in the evening (Sep/ early Oct), and there was a waft here and there of a stench like sewage? I am not sure why the bar seating had this odor when the bathrooms were on the other side. Was a bit unappetizing but we tried to ignore it. Service was fast when it came to our ordering and drinks came out quickly. Food was on the slow side. See my pics. The seafood chowder special soup was good. The cheese curds were greasy and salty but not bad. My bro had the pickle burger special and he enjoyed it.

Good people, good drinks and food! Very friendly staff and they have live music too!…read moreWe have been there many times!

They got rid of there Calimari. I only go there for the Calimari, Its one of the best things on…read morethere menu. There Service is good but it would've been better if when i asked for Bang bang Calimari they actually had it, They also don't have ranch sometimes, Which is kind of crazy to think about because ranch is one of the most popular condiments world wide. I love there food so much but wow.. Why would they get rid of there Calimari. I am beyond disappointed in Dockside.

Court Street is definitely a spot worth checking out! The food is always really good, and the…read moreatmosphere is nice and welcoming. Definitely a place I'd recommend if you're in the area and looking for somewhere good to eat!

Passing through and stopped for lunch. I noticed from other reviews the pretzel seemed to be a hit…read more, and well damn, it did not disappoint! The SW egg rolls were just okay. The bartender was also friendly and attentive. Nice place as it is very modern and I like the bathroom tiles lol

A very large bar with gaming and activities throughout the week. Karaoke, trivia, live music, etc…read more The kitchen is usually open until 10pm during the week which is sometimes why my bro and I venture here. My bro likes the spicy chicken strips and mini beef tacos. The cream cheese poppers are good. I was surprised with the ultimate adult grilled cheese, it's quite good for bar food. They recently added tuna melts to the menu which I was pleased. You can get the tuna melt with pita bread, regular sourdough bread or as a tortilla wrap. It is my new favorite thing on the menu. The bartender who served us on 12/10 was super friendly and made sure my tuna melt order came out the way I requested. I didn't get her name but thank you for being so helpful!

GREAT prices for good food! I got the Polancic's Tenderloin with the daily cold salad (macaroni…read moresalad), a pickle spear, and a drink- all for only $13! The macaroni salad tasted so good!! I've never had macaroni salad before, but after having it here, it won't be my last time that's for sure. I'm not a huge tenderloin fan, but I know from many people that the Ottawa tenderloins are top tier. Really neat place inside too! They had ping pong, pool, darts, sand volleyball, you name it! The service is why I took a star off. It was very slow unfortunately yet seemed rushed at the table. It also felt like our food was thrown down in front of us. Side Note- they do not have to-go cups which I have never encountered at a restaurant.

Fun vibe!! Bar tender is great. If you are looking for strong, cheap, good sized drinks, and people…read moreto talk to this is your spot. If I lived in the area I would be back more often. If you are into the older style places this is 100% the move. Cash only!!

on a hot 80 degree March day riding on my motorcycle I come across a little dive bar. on U.S. route…read more6 I have seen it since I was a youngin yet I had never stopped in, well today I had a few minutes to kill and so I stopped in for a cold one. Despite the Name on the sign "Kenny's Tap" They do not have anything on tap, and all the bottles behind the bar well they are not available either he just collects them :-/ needless to say we are not off to a good start so I ask for a bud light bottle and pronto there it is my thirst is quenched!!!! My initial reaction aside the bar has nostalgia and is well kept the owner was very nice and out going. I chatted with him a bit about he bar and went on my merry way. All in all not a bad place but if you want to order and off the wall beer you are not going to find it here, I would swing by again for a quick one but I do not see it on my regular rotation.

Walking into Jane's Pub one might see Kids who just turned 21 looking for the cheapest beer…read moreavailable, to willy old drunks making conversation with anyone who passes. For what it is a smokey old bar in a residential section of Ottawa Jane's is A-OK It is never really to loud the staff is always friendly, and the customers are always off the wall this is a true hole in the wall dive bar that everyone should experience once they just might not want to re experience it again that is personal preference. The best little claim to fame is they have a shuffle board table only bar in the county I have ever seen with one.

I give this place the highest rating for being a total locals' dive. This is the place to really…read moresoak in the lowlife Ottawa culture. Cheap drinks, gambling, drugs, few teeth. Love it and always pop in when I'm in the area.

OUTSTANDING food! The GM and server were super friendly and even let us stay late to finish up our…read morefood after a long day of traveling for a soccer tournament. My husband said they have the best Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich he's ever had in his life. Their tomato bisque soup was also amazing. Thank you for the hospitality Lone Buffalo!

Great spot for lunch in town! We had the shrimp tacos and some drinks and had great food and…read moreservice. Cool atmosphere. Highly recommend.

We didn't eat but we had drinks at the sand bar! How fun is it to put your feet in the sand while…read moresitting on a swing bar in Ottawa, Illinois. DJ was a little load for just a couple people but I guess if you hear it from a distance you would go check it out. We moved to the outside part of the restaurant and had a couple more drinks. Service was a little slow but our wait staff said he was new. Can't fault him for that. Bathrooms were clean, and I noticed they are now gender neutral. Ok. When we left I looked to see if anyone was sitting in the sand pit area and there where a few people, majority older. So I wondered if the DJ was going to switch up the today's hits to something the overall crowd would like. Play music for the crowd you have? Just a thought. It was a beautiful day and I would recommend checking this place out. It's definitely evolving since they opened many years ago! (It's the only picture I took.)

We had a Burger, fries, baked goat cheese, cheese curd, & creme brulee donuts. Each bite was better…read morethan the last. Everything so so delicious. I cannot wait to go back.

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.

When you walk in you can smell the food cooking. Especially if they are making sausage sandwiches…read more And damn they are good. Sundays they have build your own bloody bar where you are provided a generous half glass of vodka and ice to start your creation. The only thing I would have liked to see were some pickled mushrooms, but they had a couple kinds of olives, asparagus,okra and pickles so I was happy anyway. Also some horseradish to spice it up. Your mixer was a spicy Clamato and it was delish. Also got a HUGE order of pepper jack cubes and I don't know what kind of magical breading is on them but they stayed warm for a long time , making it so nice to munch on them dipped in ranch. The photo is showing HALF of them gone. I mean WOW !! All in all we will totally be back. Missed breakfast by a few minutes but if it is half as good as it looked cooking in front of us and how it smelled we will be in for a treat. Prices are great as well. Is it a divey bar? Yep. But those are the best !!!

Classic joint. Family owned and run by a great family. Ask for the Cecilia Special (not on the…read moremenu). You won't be disappointed.