If you look back over my reviews, there are not a ton of 5-star reviews. On my first, but not last,…read morevisit to Author's there was virtually nothing to complain about! We went to one of their limited dinner services. I had called the day before and reserved a table. When we were quickly seated at a table by the entrance, I admit being suspect of how our visit would go. The hostess asked if the table was alright and pointed out a heater by the table. Not only did it keep us warm, it made our table feel cozy. Despite it being very busy, I'd describe the restaurant as being a great place for a special date. Our waiter for the evening brought great energy. His timing was great and his knowledge of the food served was helpful. Without hesitation he suggested the Napolitana (which was phenomenal). He also made the restaurant less pretentious than I had assumed it would be and it definitely wasn't pretentious). We ordered the empanadas and beet salad as appetizers. Great picks and I'd return just to get the empanadas! As previously stated, I had the Napolitana. My dining partner has the quinoa bowl but added chicken to it. No complaints for either. We finished with two desserts suggested by our waiter. Although truly full from our meal, we polished off the tasty treats. I'm going back, just disappointed I've haven't visited it before now.

I visited this mainly breakfast and brunch place and figured they would be open all day since…read morethey're a full bar, but it turns out they only open late on wednsdays. They're located in an old building along the main street in downtown. For lunch, they seemed to have a short list of items...and not really catering to a red meat eater like me. I picked the chicken pesto sandwich since I normally eat chicken sandwiches for lunch and opted for the house potatoes. Our waitress was very loopy and loud add seemed overly happy about her job. My colleague thinks she was yelling at us whem she spoke, but I believe that is just how some people talk. My chicken sandwich was good...but the chicken breast seemed like a machine formed patty and it was small. I was expecting something a little fresher, like a whole grilled chicken breast for the price. Instead, this seemed like a pre-made patty from a vendor they just heated up in an oven. The house potatoes were simple and pretty good though. They add cheese and herbs and spices to these to amp them up. I can't really speak for the breakfast or cocktail program, but their music was pretty good.

Field & Fire is a hidden gem!…read more Delicious entrees, great wines and bourbon complement the cozy atmosphere and service! We loved our dinner, sharing meatballs as appetizers, a perfectly prepared tenderloin and a delicious dessert! Can't wait to come back and try the pizza!

Fabulous food and atmosphere! Enjoyed sitting at bar watching food be prepared…read more Menu is seasonal which adds to new experience!

I know many people like this place and I think sometimes people either like Apple Valley pancake…read morehouse or Mateo's. Well, Mateo's is my favorite decided to give Apple Valley a chance and it took a little bit longer for a salad with chicken not real busy. Service was just OK. They never checked on the food. Had an ask for an extra plate two times even though I told him we were splitting the meal. The chicken was just black so I will stay with the truth and be loved Mateo's.

This is a local restaurant that has it all together. The ambiance is excellent for this type of…read moreeatery; the cleanliness is exceptional; the menu is attractive and beyond extensive; the service is pleasant and attentive; but best of all, the FOOD is superb, as is the presentation! Did I mention that the portions are generous and the prices are amazingly reasonable? What more can you expect from a restaurant? (Maybe that they stay open for dinner). This is maybe the most enthusiastic a review as I have ever written, and that is because Apple Valley Pancake has earned it. BTW, this experience was not a "one off ". We have dined there several times and all of the above has been true each visit. Go there. You're almost bound to agree.

Let's start by calling this a 4.5 star review (it's almost 2026, maybe Yelp could start allowing…read more1/2 stars). I've eaten here a handful of times. It is good enough to keep bringing me back. The restaurant is comfortable with spacious booths and tables spread nicely through several dining areas. The service has always been solid and the food has been tasty and reasonably priced. Today, I had breakfast with a friend. We were seated promptly and received our coffees (and a carafe) shortly after. The menu isn't as huge as some breakfast places but offers something for everyone. You can also get lunch starting at 10 AM. I've had their breakfast buffet (check for hours), their cinnamon rolls and several breakfast items. They have always been appropriately prepared. Today, I had their eggs Benedict. The hashbrowns accompanying the meal were fantastic. The flavor was good; however, my eggs were harder than requested. My friend had the kielbasa/sausage, which looked good too. Our server was attentive and helpful. If you are in the area, this is a tried and true restaurant!

My friend and I tried this place a few days ago and wow! The best French toast I've ever had, the…read morepotatoes were also super good. Definitely worth the 30 min wait we had which is expected with a popular place! The waiter was very attentive, helped us with favorites from the menu and all!

Experiencing Moon Water Cafe is like experiencing what it's like to be in heaven. Soft jazz music…read moreplaying, delightful decor, and friendly staff who treat you like a friend. The food is as good as you would expect for a small slice of heaven :)

Food and drinks are good, but pricey. The environment is very nice and cozy. Nice place to have…read morecoffee and catch up with a friend.

If you're not ready to wait a little bit or looking for a large restaurant, then this isn't the…read moreplace. However, if you're looking for a great brunch and a LOT of it, it doesn't get better in the Fox Valley. Holy geez! My wife had leftovers for dinner and the next day's breakfast! I've never seen such a mound! Wish they had mimosas on a weekend, but the service is great, the portions are nuts, and the food is excellent!

Atmosphere: Lots of booths to sit in, super bright lights and bright white with lots of windows…read more Off street parking. There is a hostess stand and an area to sit while you wait for a table (it was about a 10 minute wait for a table). Service: They delivered the food and refilled coffee and waters promptly. Food: They can't accommodate any custom requests. I asked for extra crispy bacon on my eggs benedict and they said they would see what they could do. It was really soggy and chewy so I couldn't eat it (texture issue). Do not order the eggs benedict, three of us at the table ordered different variations of this dish and were all disappointed (zero texture, extra soggy, no flavor, too much hollandaise sauce). Do not order the eggs benedict on the potato pancakes if you are hungry, the potato pancakes were as thin as a dime and the size of my hand. I left hungry and went home to eat. The one person who didn't order the eggs benedict loved their food. The rest of the food that was coming out looked great, I think we just ordered the wrong dishes. We'll give this place a try again in the future to try something else off the menu.

We made reservations for a group of 25. The request was that we could all sit together, at one big…read moretable, when they first open at 7am, and that we could all have separate checks. Almost all of our group was a . senior, with the oldest being 97. We needed a place that has no steps or anything. Our visit was amazing from start to finish! They provided a large private area and the table set up for all of us that worked awesome. It was in a huge square and everyone could see and talk to each other while sitting. The food was fantastic as was our waitress and the rest of the staff. In my eyes, our visit couldn't have been better. I would highly recommend The Machine Shed to everyone. They definitely went over and above to make everything perfect for us! Thank you!

This Cracker Barrel copy cat restaurant was not my first choice but it was super convenient to my…read morehotel and my colleague prefers walkable restaurants. Much to his dismay, they were out of the one item he even decided to come here for. To his defense, when several dishes on the menu have that one item in it, it takes away a lot of food options. I was planning to pick the smoked wings since I was still full from lunch. He had trouble picking his alternate dish since his 2nd choice was catfish....and the way they serve it here is whole which he doesn't want to work for his food. We ended up walking out and trying another restaurant. Service was friendly and understandable about our choice.

Absolutely love that they are still in business!! Their…read morebreakfast with pancakes always hits the spot! Love stopping by whenever I'm back in town!

Was in town for work and wanted somewhere to stop for a quick breakfast and this place did not…read moredisappoint. It was in a very unassuming location but was so cute and old school inside, it brought me back. I sat at the counter and got an order of pancakes and bacon. The pancakes were amazing. The bacon was a little too thin and crispy for my taste but I still love bacon. This was a great spot!