I'm still trying to process the sheer disgust I felt after dining at Washy’s Pub last night. The moment we walked in, it was clear that cleanliness wasn't even on their radar.
The floors were sticky, the tables were grimy, and the smell of stale grease hung heavy in the air. But we were hungry and decided to give them the benefit of the doubt. BIG MISTAKE.
Our server seemed completely disinterested in our presence, and it took an eternity to get our orders taken. When the food finally arrived, I was appalled
We immediately asked to speak to the manager, who seemed utterly unconcerned by our complaints. No apology, no offer to comp our meal or provide a discount. Just a shrug and a "sorry to hear that."
Needless to say, we will never be back. In fact, I'd advise anyone who values their health and sanity to steer clear of this dump. Washy’s Pub is a breeding ground for bacteria and a slap in the face to the very concept of cleanliness.
Save your stomach (and your dignity) and eat somewhere – anywhere –
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jack
The burger was dry and tasteless, the wrap was dry and bland and frankly it was un enjoyable
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 5
Mick Williams
We are full-time RVers who, while traveling around the US, are in search of the best cheeseburger and have a rating system of The Best (only 1 rated), Very Good, Good, OK, and Not Impressed. While at our home base in Southern Illinois, we were in the Columbia, IL, area and Googled “hamburger restaurants.” We saw Washy’s Pub had good burger reviews, so decided to give them a try for lunch. Washy’s has a simple bar atmosphere with about a dozen tables. We ordered their Classic burger with me having American cheese and my wife pepperjack. We also requested lettuce, pickles, and sliced onions. The handmade patties were about 10 oz (good sized), nicely seasoned, cooked to order, charbroiled, and served on a nicely-toast fresh bun. I had their skinny-style battered fries and my wife had onion rings. The burgers came out hot and were super tasty due the meat seasoning. We’re not sure what seasoning they used, but it worked! My wife’s burger was just a tiny bit better than mine due the pepperjack they use. The fries and onion rings were among the best we’ve had as well. We rated the burgers (even without a special sauce), fries, and onion rings Very Good. The service was also top notch.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger
David Erker
Good lunch. Nothing fancy. Good service.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Mary Navrkal
The manager and staff are amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Down-Home Pot Roast, Fried Chicken Dinner
James Foran
Great service, atmosphere and food ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
marty manes
Not to bad, food is just mediocre though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Dave
Server was very nice and attentive, but food was terribly slow on Friday night and nothing was hot. Pot roast was tasty but cold, very disappointed.
T B
Best fried bologna ever.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ronald Mueller
Had the burger special. It was delicious and lots of it.
Staff’s friendly, food’s amazing, and prices very reasonable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristy Clark
Decided to try out Washy’s pub today, Just left the pub and my first impression was how clean the restaurant was! The service was great, very nice and respectful people. My son had the cheese burger, husband had the bologna sandwich, and I had the blackened chicken- let’s just say there wasn’t nothing left on our plates. I would highly recommend coming and trying this pub out! We will see you guys again!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Debbie Riegert
Great place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamburger, Salad
Susan O
Good food with daily specials. Good beer prices too.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Imnotclumsy 14
A single staff member was extensively rude. My in law said she didn't make his drink right and that he didn’t like it, rather than just taking it back and making a new one she proceeded to argue and say she made it right and that he was wrong. After that she served our food but withheld his saying he can either “eat or pay and get out” then when my mother in law asked to talk to the manger she told us she couldn’t get a hold of him but then proceeded to tell us that the manager said to pay or they will call the cops. The other waitress was good there though, ask for Elise if you want an excellent waitress. Kenzie if you want a rude teenager
Here's a horrible review for a dirty restaurant:
Title: AVOID THIS HEALTH HAZARD AT ALL COSTS!
stars
I'm still trying to process the sheer disgust I felt after dining at Washy’s Pub last night. The moment we walked in, it was clear that cleanliness wasn't even on their radar.
The floors were sticky, the tables were grimy, and the smell of stale grease hung heavy in the air. But we were hungry and decided to give them the benefit of the doubt. BIG MISTAKE.
Our server seemed completely disinterested in our presence, and it took an eternity to get our orders taken. When the food finally arrived, I was appalled
We immediately asked to speak to the manager, who seemed utterly unconcerned by our complaints. No apology, no offer to comp our meal or provide a discount. Just a shrug and a "sorry to hear that."
Needless to say, we will never be back. In fact, I'd advise anyone who values their health and sanity to steer clear of this dump. Washy’s Pub is a breeding ground for bacteria and a slap in the face to the very concept of cleanliness.
Save your stomach (and your dignity) and eat somewhere – anywhere –
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The burger was dry and tasteless, the wrap was dry and bland and frankly it was un enjoyable
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 5
We are full-time RVers who, while traveling around the US, are in search of the best cheeseburger and have a rating system of The Best (only 1 rated), Very Good, Good, OK, and Not Impressed. While at our home base in Southern Illinois, we were in the Columbia, IL, area and Googled “hamburger restaurants.” We saw Washy’s Pub had good burger reviews, so decided to give them a try for lunch. Washy’s has a simple bar atmosphere with about a dozen tables. We ordered their Classic burger with me having American cheese and my wife pepperjack. We also requested lettuce, pickles, and sliced onions. The handmade patties were about 10 oz (good sized), nicely seasoned, cooked to order, charbroiled, and served on a nicely-toast fresh bun. I had their skinny-style battered fries and my wife had onion rings. The burgers came out hot and were super tasty due the meat seasoning. We’re not sure what seasoning they used, but it worked! My wife’s burger was just a tiny bit better than mine due the pepperjack they use. The fries and onion rings were among the best we’ve had as well. We rated the burgers (even without a special sauce), fries, and onion rings Very Good. The service was also top notch.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger
Good lunch. Nothing fancy. Good service.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
The manager and staff are amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Down-Home Pot Roast, Fried Chicken Dinner
Great service, atmosphere and food ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not to bad, food is just mediocre though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Server was very nice and attentive, but food was terribly slow on Friday night and nothing was hot. Pot roast was tasty but cold, very disappointed.
Best fried bologna ever.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had the burger special. It was delicious and lots of it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Staff’s friendly, food’s amazing, and prices very reasonable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Decided to try out Washy’s pub today, Just left the pub and my first impression was how clean the restaurant was! The service was great, very nice and respectful people. My son had the cheese burger, husband had the bologna sandwich, and I had the blackened chicken- let’s just say there wasn’t nothing left on our plates. I would highly recommend coming and trying this pub out! We will see you guys again!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamburger, Salad
Good food with daily specials. Good beer prices too.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
A single staff member was extensively rude. My in law said she didn't make his drink right and that he didn’t like it, rather than just taking it back and making a new one she proceeded to argue and say she made it right and that he was wrong. After that she served our food but withheld his saying he can either “eat or pay and get out” then when my mother in law asked to talk to the manger she told us she couldn’t get a hold of him but then proceeded to tell us that the manager said to pay or they will call the cops. The other waitress was good there though, ask for Elise if you want an excellent waitress. Kenzie if you want a rude teenager
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Hamburger
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