I first visited Portillo's during the grand opening, and ever since then I've found myself…read morerecommending it to friends and family whenever we drive by. After talking it up for a while, I finally convinced my dad to go with me. I had been craving the Italian beef sandwich, so I ordered it as a combo with the sweet and hot peppers. It was absolutely fantastic--tender, flavorful, and every bit as good as I'd hoped. It was nothing like some of the negative reviews I've seen. A friend once told me that you can't judge a restaurant by online reviews because people are much more likely to post complaints than compliments, and I think that's true. I'm happy to be one of the people leaving praise because the Italian beef was excellent. My dad ordered the hot dog, and he loved it so much that he called my mom while we were still there to tell her about it. He even said it was the best hot dog he's ever had. The crinkle-cut fries were also some of the best I've ever eaten--crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. The restaurant has a huge indoor dining area, a nice patio, and even though the drive-thru is constantly busy, I recommend eating inside at least once. The atmosphere is great, the food comes out fresh, and it's a fun experience. We'll definitely be back, and I hope more people give Portillo's a try instead of letting a few negative reviews keep them away. It has become one of my favorite places to eat.

I lived in Chicago for six years, so I was thrilled when they finally opened a location near me. It…read morebrought back a lot of memories of one of my favorite Chicago comfort foods. My husband and I always order the Italian beef with mozzarella, loaded with both hot and sweet peppers, along with a side of cheese sauce. I usually get the Maxwell Street Polish sausage, and we always order extra cheese sauce for dipping our fries. The onion rings are also a great option when we're in the mood for something extra. For dessert, I never pass up the eclair cake--it's one of my favorites. The service is consistently fast and friendly, and the restaurant itself is huge with plenty of seating, making it easy to find a table even during busy times. If you're craving a taste of Chicago, this spot definitely hits the mark.

Since I'm a vegetarian who also eats seafood (but not catfish) I really can't speak to how good the…read moremajority of the food here is. But my husband and his buddy ALWAYS come here after golf at nearby Fossil Creek GC so there's that. What I can tell you is that the bread in a bag they bring you is yummy! I also ordered (already seasoned and buttered) steamed veggies and mashed potatoes sides and combined them for a satisfying lunch. Quite enjoyable! I liked the cinnamon apples too. Nice bartender, good service, lots of parking. Everyone in our foursome also agreed the fried okra is excellent (even me who doesn't care for okra.) Husband says all the things I can't eat such as brisket and the chicken are "really good!" He is an eater so that's worth taking note of and he will be back for sure.

We've been to Shady Oaks BBQ multiple times over the years, so it's disappointing to say this, but…read morewe won't be coming back. The last two visits were a real letdown. Both times, the meat came out cold. When it happened the first time, we thought it was a one-time thing. We ordered brisket and St. Louis ribs. While the meat was cold, the sides were warm, which is a strange and frustrating combination for a BBQ spot. Service was also off. We waited on refills we'd been told were coming, sat for a full 10 minutes with nothing, and had to ask a second time before they arrived. It wasn't even busy. On top of that, the waiter spilled water on our table, and before we were seated the table still had a water jug and a dirty rag sitting on it: those were just cleared away and left the surface wet for us. Cold food and inattentive service two visits in a row is enough for us. It's a shame, because we used to enjoy this place, but we can't recommend it based on how things have gone lately. Upon receiving our checks, it was also evident that our waiter had recently taken a smoke break because of how strong it smelled, too. Not appetizing whatsoever.

Great date night with my wife, the porterhouse was perfectly cooked, the strawberry cheesecake was…read moreamazing. Our server Kaitlyn did a fantastic job. She was very friendly and helpful. I enjoy going to this location!

Came here for dinner with my family for the first time. We ordered the steak and shrimp, a side of…read moremac and cheese for our daughter, and the chicken fried steak. The shrimp was really good. It wasn't overly fishy and was cooked well. Unfortunately, the steak was overcooked. I ordered it medium, but it came out well done. The mac and cheese was probably my favorite thing we ordered. It was super cheesy, full of flavor, and I loved that they use cavatappi noodles. The complimentary bread was just okay, but it's free, so I can't really complain. My partner really enjoyed the chicken fried steak and thought it was one of the better ones he's had. The biggest issue with our visit was the service. We stood at the front for quite a while before anyone acknowledged us. After we were seated, it took about 20 minutes before our waitress came over to introduce herself or even take our drink order. I actually had to ask the host who our waitress was. While we were sitting there waiting, I noticed other tables getting greeted almost right away and receiving their drinks quickly, so it honestly made me wonder what happened with our table. Once our waitress finally came over, she was incredibly kind and apologetic. She even offered us a complimentary appetizer or dessert, which I really appreciated and helped make up for the rough start. Unfortunately, things didn't get much better. When our food came out, my partner and I received our meals, but our daughter's mac and cheese was missing. We let our waitress know, and because we don't like eating in front of our daughter while she's still waiting for her food, we decided to wait. It took another 10 to 15 minutes for her food to come out, so by the time we finally ate, our food was cold. That part was our choice, but it was still frustrating. Overall, it was a disappointing first visit. The food had some really good highlights, but the service left a bad taste in my mouth. I might come back if I'm already in the area, but I definitely wouldn't make a special trip. Hopefully this was just an off night because the food has potential.

Found this place on YELP - I was looking for a Local Breakfast Place close to the house…read more The Service was amazing - at least 3 different servers stopped by the table without us asking for anything. The Food was very good! I would highly recommend this place. I would bet that it's a Local Neighborhood Favorite.

This is our go-to when we come back from trips. Nothing says home like a country kitchen…read more We often get the breakfast chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes or homefries and eggs. Most recently we opted for some pancakes . Overall the quantity you get for the price is good but the overall quality is not always consistent. The first time we came my husband had piping hot mashed potatoes while mine were almost cold on one side. The next time we came the fries were no longer home fries but just your regular frozen variety. The time after that, one of the chicken fried steaks was a little gummy at the bottom, probably from an uneven fry. This is not to say everything else is bad, they just seem to have an inconsistent cook. Pancakes are good though. Service is typically okay, just like anywhere it depends on your server. If you happen to be seated in a... non assigned area... you may not get the most attentive service and flagging down a different server will just have to do. The restaurant itself is spacious with plenty of seating. They also serve pies, giant cookies, and brownies. I do recommend really looking at the pies since the servers don't always know what's in the fridge, so when they say "thats a lemon pie' you may end up with a Buttermilk slice like we did. The brownies are also... not good... so I really don't recommend them. They don't really taste like anything... Overall an okay country kitchen, not overly bad but also not the best. They could use some tweaks and better quality control.

If I could give OC Burgers more than 5 stars, I absolutely would--this place is an absolute GAME…read moreCHANGER. Let's start with my husband's jalapeño burger... y'all... he took ONE bite and immediately hit me with "this tastes like a high-quality homemade burger." And he wasn't lying. Juicy, flavorful, perfectly cooked--like backyard grill mastery but elevated. Now let's talk about the kiddo's chicken tenders--because WHAT?! These weren't your average frozen, tossed-in-the-fryer situation. These were hands down some of the BEST chicken tenders I've had in a long time. Fresh, crispy, perfectly breaded, cooked to absolute perfection--and don't even get me started on the fries... golden, crispy, and downright addictive. And then... MY plate. The street taco plate with carne asada. Listen... this didn't just meet expectations--it BLEW THEM OUT OF THE WATER. The meat was fresh, insanely well seasoned (not overdone, not dry--just PERFECT). The flavors were bold without being overwhelming. And the sauces?! Unreal. The serrano sauce had the perfect kick without burning your soul off, and that avocado salsa? Smooth, flavorful, and chef's kiss. As someone who lives in Texas, I can confidently say--this is NOT your typical Tex-Mex spot. And thank goodness for that. So many places either overcook everything or completely miss the seasoning... but not here. This is authentic flavor, done RIGHT. This has officially become my go-to taco spot. No question. No competition. We WILL be back--and not just once... this is going into regular rotation. If you're even THINKING about trying this place--STOP thinking and GO. You can thank me later.

Came by on a recommendation from the nurse at my doctors office. This place was packed! The line…read morewas literally to the door. Whoa! Finally got to order and the OC Bacon was recommended. What a great tasting burger. The staff is very friendly and willing to help. Good spot for a meal. Check them out for sure!

I have drove by this place at least 100 times and this time I finally decided to stop.I parked and…read morewent in and as I looked around the place reminds me of an old school bbq place.They have a bar to the right as you walk in some tables and a couple of booths.They also have more seating outside in the,it looked like a covered patio or just a extension of the restaurant.Either way there is plenty of seating.So as I got to the counter to order it took them a minute to get to me.But they did acknowledge me twice just to let me know I was there.Well as I was waiting I looked at the menu and decided on the two meat plate.Which I ended up getting ribs,brisket along with potato salad and beans.It also came with a piece of toasted bread.And I washed it down with some sweet tea.I have to say overall it was pretty solid.I really have no complaints except for one.They don't take the membrane off their ribs.Other then that the food was good.And the tea and sides were on point.Not sure why this place only gets three and a half stars?I think it should get a solid 4 imo.I would definitely go back.If you're in the neighborhood and hungry for BBQ give this place a shot.

We enjoyed the atmosphere, it felt like a traditional Texas bbq restaurant should. The lunch…read morespecials are about $12 and include 2 sides and a drink. The food is ok. Once I got there I realized I have been there years before. I remembered the restaurant but not the food. It's largely forgettable. What I really didn't like was that the bathroom is not air conditioned. We were so hot and my four-year-old granddaughter needed to go potty and I felt like I was going to pass out in that bathroom. This is Texas y'all at least put a fan or something! It's a little haul from my house, it's unlikely I'll return. My friend ordered brisket and sausage and she seemed to like it. She and her grandson got fried okra they said it was good. Her husband had a big baked potato and he ate it and said it was fine. The macaroni and cheese was just okay, runny and just a little salty but not cheesy. The potato salad was meh.

Dine in usually at least twice a week..Fantastic customer service,.restaurant and bathroom are…read morealways clean. Monthly special has always been available ~not sold out. Food order prepared quickly, with a.side of small talk. Feel like family, most employees recognize me as a regular, but they offer great customer service to every customer, door dasher and delivery Ive seen them interact with. Eat out most meals and sometimes choose just because I know the food is going to be good, items are going to be available, customer service outstanding and fast service.

Stopped in to pick some food up. Wasn't ready when I got there, and the staff member took my name…read moreand went to get it ready. The place is nice and well maintained inside. Looks good. The staff was pretty busy the entire time I was there. Would have been nice to have my food ready by the time I got there though.

Good food, fast service and friendly. I always say the best way to rate a meal is if they can get a…read moreBLT right. Well this place certainly did.

I've worked in this area for 7+ years, and am happy to say the new owner has really turned this…read moreplace around! I ordered the Texas burger, and am very pleasantly surprised! It was cooked fresh - slightly pink in the center and juicy. They have freshly prepared daily specials - today was pork shoulder, which he asked me to taste, and it was delicious! At 1:00, the specials were almost gone, which is a great sign. For the first time in over 7 years, I noticed there were multiple tables of patrons eating lunch and enjoying their food. I'll definitely be back!