My sister and I were on the hunt for some good burgers--something different from the usual BK or…read moreMcDees--when we came across Thunder Road Grill. Even though it sits right off I-80 in Grand Island, NE, the race-car theme inside gives it a fun, lively vibe, and the place itself was spotless, well-maintained, and very organized. We were promptly greeted by Ms. Heather, the hostess, who was polite, cheerful, and welcomed us with a sweet smile before leading us to a booth in Ms. Hailey's section. Ms. Hailey was bubbly, friendly, and incredibly efficient--no movement wasted. She took our drink and food orders and even repeated everything back to make sure it was perfect. My sister ordered the All-American Cheeseburger with bacon on a buttered, grilled brioche bun with lettuce, red onion, tomato, and dill pickles, plus a side of seasoned fries ($14.50). The fries were crispy, well-seasoned, and very tasty. I went with the Farmhouse Burger topped with melted American cheese and a fried egg ($18.00). The flavors were spot on and the egg was cooked perfectly, though the beef patty was just a bit dry. We also shared the Wings Snack ($8.50) and an order of Onion Rings ($5.50). The wings were cooked perfectly and full of flavor, though they were a little heavy on the BBQ sauce. The onion rings, however, were outstanding--super crispy, well-seasoned, and honestly the best onion rings I've ever had. Overall, this restaurant was a great experience. The staff was friendly, helpful, and very professional. If I ever find myself back in Nebraska, I will definitely be stopping here again.

Staff was quite rude. Didn't acknowledge us and we had to say excuse me several times before a…read moreyoung man finally answered. Wasn't that busy but everyone acted as though they were being put out. Food was meh - service even worse. After a long travel day, I didn't expect that.

Whenever I am in Kearney I have to wat at Cunningham's on the Lake. It has a cute vibe...not too…read morefancy but very nice. I feel like it caters to everyone. There is something for everyone here. My fav is the steak medallions with the grilled veggies. Right off the interstate, it is a very convenient place to stop for a quick and really good meal. 100% recommend whether you are a local, traveler, or here for work.

Cunningham's on the Lake We're visiting family friends who…read morelove this place, so we were excited to try it. Visually, it's a great spot--beautiful inside and out, an amazing patio, lots of TVs, and an impressive bar with 48 beers on tap plus beer flights. Unfortunately, during our visit, both the food and service fell short. We started with the pork belly bites. They were okay, but the texture wasn't what we're used to--we typically prefer them cooked a bit more. We also ordered the crab cakes, which came as three large pieces on a bed of lettuce (basically a big house salad). After a few bites, we realized they were ice cold. We let the bartender know and they were sent back, but they came out ice cold again. To their credit, they removed the item from our bill, which we appreciated. We then ordered a burger. The patty was very thick and had potential, but the fries were ice cold. Service slowed at this point--it took a long time to get ketchup or any follow-up. We noticed staff eating in a booth behind us while two employees behind the bar appeared busy, which was disappointing. The beer selection is excellent, but my Dirty Shirley tasted off. I switched to a Tito's and Sprite, but it still didn't taste right--likely flat soda that hadn't been changed. Overall, the patio and beer selection are highlights, but the execution on food and service missed the mark on this visit. Based on this experience, I'd give it 2 stars. Glad I didn't order the steak, as I think I would have been disappointed. -- Foodie99

Breakfast is served all day and they have my fave: grits! The girls and I were viewing cranes and…read moreneeded a late lunch when driving back to Lincoln. Thankfully the Fox News on every TV screen was on silent so we didn't have to hear it, just had to try and avoid looking at the screens. Attentive and quick service, delicious food at a decent price. This is our fave place to eat in Grand Island and I always get a slice of Sour Cream Pie to go!

Wow, wow, wow. This place is the perfect picture of an American diner. The food was greasy but in…read morethe best way possible. And everything seemed to be homemade! The service was relatively quick and the staff was accommodating to my service dog.

Man, let me tell you I went to go get a regular breakfast. I was in York for work and I saw this…read morelovely place as soon as I walked in and turned left, I was sat down into a fancy old Italian feel with chandeliers, mirrors, darker aged furniture very refreshing somewhere new I ordered something so simple the Patty Melt I added bacon grilled onions, mixed with grilled mushrooms and it was delicious. Every bite I wanted another. I went home, thinking about it and dreaming about it lol and went back the next day. To my surprise, the owner was the one that made my burger. I love this place and I'm going to bring my mother and father here for a nice steak and lobster tail dinner. If they killed the patty melt I couldn't imagine what the fancy food taste like... The Server gave me a tour of the restaurant smh lol This was OTP over the top. I love this Joint.!

Enjoyed the steak, fried chicken and the carrot cake. So good. The beef was tender and flavorful…read more I was in York on a week-long business trip. This was my go to restaurant. This is a lovely institution in town. The locals come here to eat. Place is always busy and recommended by the residents of York. Truly worth visiting.

Was apparently 6 months since we last here. Burger variants today. Rare prep both. Santa Fe for me…read more Fries also. All other customers' foods look amazing good. Our choices were very good and worth further research here.

Amazing chicken bacon wrap!! We called in advance for takeout and it was ready super quick. The…read morewoman working the bar was also amazingly friendly. 10/10 would order again.

The servers were quick and accommodating. I loved the interior, it was rustic, it's pretty…read morespacious. We loved the bacon wrapped shrimp w Gouda grits and the bbq bacon bruschetta. I think the steak pasta was good but I am glad I got the blue cheese crumbles on the side. The mocktails were delicious. The caramel cheesecake was a 10/10. Overall it's a nice fancy restaurant for Nebraska. I will definitely be getting the bacon wrapped shrimp and the cheesecake again.

Billy was a great server. Quick service and the food had unexpectedly complicated flavors but could…read morecater to even the pickiest of eaters. The menu was simple and made the choice easy. They were out of the soup of the day so get there earlier for lunch if you're in the mood for soup. The decor was modern and elegant. A fantastic new spot and I can't wait to return.

Always looking for local, we found McKinney's Pub on 3rd West in downtown Grand Island…read more Looking like most of the smaller Irish pubs I've been in, in the Midwest, theirs an immediate comfort as soon as you walk into the door. Green walls, dark wood and brass foot rails. I, of course, started off with a Guinness, which was perfectly poured and my wife a Diet Coke. The staff is relaxed and friendly, giving us plenty of time to look over a fairly extensive menu. My wife decided on the Buffalo Chicken wrap, and I went all in on the Peanut butter burger. My wife really liked her wrap, lots of contrasting goodies to complement the chicken with had some bite but wasn't too spicy. If you're going to tray a peanut butter burger, you need to like peanut butter- it gives the burger a different taste. Served with a mandarin chutney on a tasty bun, I found myself liking it more and more as I enjoyed it. We were offered desserts, but declined as we were absolutely stuffed. Oh, how could I forget to mention the curled chip!!!!nothing short of awesome! Think of a curly cue fry combined with a steak fry. Really, really great!

If you're looking for an Irish pub this is as authentic as they come. Saturday night and 9 of us…read moregathered to talk and have a meal together. Seating right up. Typical kids menu foods done well. Salads were nice. Bread rolls with cinnamon butter a real treat. So much to choose from... I had the shepherd's pie with champ on top... Best I've had in awhile. Really hot and took a while to finish. I tried the fun curled chips and they were lightly seasoned... My wife would have preferred them a little crisper but they were perfect for me and they had malt vinegar on the table... Delicious. The decor was perfect and bathrooms clean. I'd come back here in a flash. The staff was friendly and helpful and made us feel very welcome.

Good food, super fast service! Limited menu, but good choices available. Worth the detour off of…read moreI-80! Would do it again!

Our first here. Lunch of Blue Bacon Burger and Chicken Salad. Sharing fries. Water drinks. Nice…read moresetting and seating situation. (If anyone really cares!! I don't. Food is my only criteria). These are all smash burgers. My first. And sure do like. My preference always been half pound patty rare. But the smash style sure good.

You can't beat their create your own salad!!! And service is always top notch. The other food is…read moreall good too but when I'm craving salad that's what I go for!

Although the wait staff was very kind and friendly, the atmosphere was welcoming, but the food…read morelacked any flavor and was nothing special for the prices that it costed us. We ordered two New York strip dinners with regular drinks, after the tip it came out to $80. It is also sad peanuts are no longer served as they were at the original location. We will not be returning to this restaurant.

Our first here. Lunch of their special for testing. A sausage similar to Polish with sides, and a…read moregrilled ham and cheese. And all is very good, and worth the hour and half drive. We like and plan further...testing.

This is the best place around (not just because there isn't much around). We stopped in for drinks…read moreon a Friday evening and the place was busy. There was a clear look at us when we walked through the door that said "y'all must not be from around here." Which is great. Because we weren't. Henderson, the next town over is a dry town so we had to venture over to Bradshaw for some drinks. The server was doing everything: bartender, server, and cashier. She was friendly and efficient and made sure the front of the house ran smoothly. She told us about how they were going to add some outdoor space and create a little beer garden next door. Sounded like a good place and a sign that business must be good. We didn't get any food but the menu looked good and varied. The stuff coming out of the kitchen smelled and looked tasty too. Cocktails were standard but it's hard to mess up a rum and Coke. Go visit the Bulldog Roadhouse if you're ever in the area.