Restaurants in Elgin

“So if I order a cocktail “neat” with rocks on the side I am sure he would charge again for the rocks. Better yet….just include the $2 rocks charge in the drink itself ….don’t put a separate $2 charge for ICE!”

“Will definitely be going back. Food was amazing staff was fantastic. Menu was very well laid out. 5-5 stars”

“So very good!! Were new to elgin. We recently moved from Aurora and we love Latin food As well as a great margarita.. If you love great Latin food and margaritas then you Will LOVE this place!”

“We come to Sushi Station Elgion every year after the Christmas holiday. The facility is large enough that we almost never have to wait for seating. The conveyor belt service makes it easy to view the offerings before selecting one...so no disappointments!”

“The food is delicious every time.”

“Anna is a fabulous server, helpful and attentive.”

“Best Cocktail Spot in Elgin and surrounding area. The martinis and cocktails are so creative and thoughtfully crafted with amazing flavors and wow factor!
Staff is so friendly and vibe transport you a swanky sexy lounge in the city.
Great Live Music and Events that are inclusive and engaging. Must try!!!”

“From the moment we stepped into Old Republic Kitchen & Bar we knew we chose the right place to celebrate. We hosted my husband's retirement party here, and the evening was nothing short of spectacular! The atmosphere is perfect blend of rustic warmth and modern charm. We were greeted with friendly smiles and impeccable service from the ENTIRE staff. From drink orders to desserts, every detail was handled with care and professionalism. The party menu was perfect, beautifully presented and the food was outstanding! What really set Old Republic apart was how well they accommodated our group. They helped us throw a retirement party that was personable, joyful and truly unforgettable! A special thank you to Jorge for coordinating every detail of our event; and to Chef for the beautiful presentation of food and the entire staff who made our party a success! We are forever grateful! We highly recommend Old Republic Kitchen & Bar for parties, special occasions, or just a great night out!”

“If there's one bartender who always knows how to get your drink just right, it's Brittnee. With her warm and welcoming personality, she makes you feel like you're right at home as soon as you step up to the bar. Not only is she a master at crafting the perfect cocktail, but she always brings a smile to your face with her witty banter and infectious laugh. Brittnee is truly one of a kind and has an undeniable gift for making your night out an unforgettable experience.”

“Seattle Sutton works. And it is a plus that at this location (Elgin) the folks are friendly, helpful, and always ready with my food. For convenience and fast pickup plus good food, this location does it all.”

“Just moved to the area and Rosati’s was a welcome find. The pizza was as good as I remember it being, and delivery was surprisingly fast.”

“Hi. I would like to say thank you to Jacki at the Crystal lake location. She was so kind and showed empathy when I was there on Thursday 8/1/2024. It’s been a difficult week and my mom had passed away that morning. That was my first meal in about a week. She was so kind to pay for our meals. Thank you so much. I would like for that owner to know this and we will be returning back soon! 10/23/2024- we had Maya as our server today. She is also another wonderful asset to your team! Thank you for the Bingo night!”

“First time there. Food was outstanding. Had the pizza”

“Love the bartender she's very cool. Good service!😊”

“this place is absolutely by far my favorite seafood place <3 best ceviche and shrimp cocktail I’ve ever had no joke ! I’ve tried a lot of places and this is it right here ! my boyfriend was tired got off work late and was craving the ceviche and they did not have to go out of the way and prepare it when already closed but they did ! Wonderful people my boyfriend and I highly recommend this place ! Great size shrimps too and the flavor is unique of everything !

we had eaten most of our food before I took these photos hehe
La dueña es tan amable y buenisima onda y super Linda ❤️ gracias Maria ❤️”

“We recently had a luncheon at Moretti's in Elgin after the funeral of my mother, and I cannot say enough good things about our experience. From the beginning, the professionalism of manager, Felicia, her kindness, and willingness to make this as easy as possible for us during such a difficult time is deeply appreciated. Everything was top-notch: the accommodations, the food, and the service. We can and will definitely recommend for anyone needing a venue in the future. Thank you so very much!”

“perfect lunch with my mom in-between doctor appointments. Delicious as usual!”

“vibes food and drinks are great! 2nd time going and have not been disappointed! definitely recommend celebrating bdays, family or a nice night out here!”

“la comida está muy rica ,es fresca y a muy buen precio!!!”

“Its the 4am spot. When all the other bars close this place gets packed. Personally i bring cash. A Modelo is about $9. The music is regeton, Puerto Rican and Mexican. It is a small place but ive had fun a few times.”

“Such a great experience with Rafa Tacos. We had them for our son’s graduation party and we were very happy with them! Easy and clear communication and the food was outstanding!!! We will definitely used them again! Highly recommended!”

“No l mejor lugar para venir a disfrutar de grandes voces en las noches de kareoke”

“Very good meal and extremely attentive service. We had the 2 for $32 Bourbon street chicken and shrimp. It had a good flavor and the chicken was very tender. The carafe of Tito's strawberry lemonade was tasty and was a good value. I enjoyed the tomato basil soup as well.”

“I have no complaints regarding the food. We order from this location almost every week and have never had an issue. Today, when I walked in, the restaurant was extremely busy due to the Wild Card game, and the atmosphere was understandably tense. The kitchen staff appeared focused and working hard to get orders out.

During this time, a woman who came from the back to assist with phone orders and customer service did not appear to be wearing a name badge, and it was unclear whether she was an owner or an employee. Regardless of her role, the way she conducted herself was very unprofessional and made the situation uncomfortable for customers.

There was an apparent mistake involving an order that had been handed out incorrectly. One of the assistant managers, who was clearly working hard in the kitchen, was confronted and loudly blamed for the error. He calmly stated that both parties should have verified the order, yet she continued yelling and placed all the blame on him. This exchange took place in front of staff and customers, which was inappropriate and unacceptable.

If a mistake occurs, it should be addressed privately and respectfully. Yelling at an employee in front of others serves no purpose and shows a lack of professionalism and basic human decency.

To Tomas, the assistant manager: we are all human, and mistakes can happen, especially in high-pressure situations. No one deserves to be treated the way you were. You were clearly working hard, and I commend you for standing your ground. I hope this behavior is reported and addressed appropriately.

This incident made me very uncomfortable, and I truly hope steps are taken to ensure staff are treated with respect moving forward.”

“Love it here. The staff are so friendly and the food is great”

“I love BeaUnique! Everytime I have family and friends coming to Elgin, I take them here. I hope it becomes an Elgin classic because the people and food make every meal an experience! You can feel the love that goes into what they do.”

“I was at an event last evening that served a wonderful variety of treats from Sugar and Rhyme Coffeehouse—croissants, biscottis, Italian meringues, scones and several other delicious treats. Everyone there was impressed and commented on how tasty everything was. I will definitely stop at Sugar and Rhyme when I’m in the area.”

“They were kind, highly satisfying, timely order and everything was up to cleanliness. I rated a 10 out of 10 overall I will come back and Wingstop within the next week.”

“good food great service waitress very helpful.”

“love this local spot. the spicy chicken kabob is 🔥”

“Never been to a better breakfast place! The egg yolks were a rich golden color, bacon done right, and even the fruit cup looked appealing. My wife had "Grace's Benedict and thought it very tasty. Unfortunately we don't live nearby, and were just passing thru. Cheerful waitress!”

“This place is a must try! I guarantee you will want to go back. They have the BEST gluten free ramen. They are very knowledgeable and helped me create a dish that was safe for me to eat. They genuinely cared about your experience. Excellent environment and service. Phenomenal food. 10/10”

“We ate there for the first time today. Our food was brought to us very fast. It was hot, fresh and delicious. The fries were especially good! We will definitely be back!”

“Ordered the coffee cart for my wedding for such a fair price! It was such a big hit and everyone loved it. Thank you to Austin for setting this up for us and his barista! 💞”

“Tonight I decided to venture out and try this restaurant my family has been RAVING about called Al’s Cafe in Downtown Elgin! I sat upstairs and had this lovely server named Marcie! She recommended the monthly special called “Moonstruck” and it was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! The ambience, service and food is unmatched! If you are looking for a great night out I highly recommend Al’s Cafe!”

“The food is very authentic. It's what I've been waiting for since I moved here. If you're looking for authentic Thai food, this restaurant is very recommended.”

“OMG! How is no one talking about this place very good quality and price. I got here on national chicken sandwich day so they are charging 9.99 as a special price for combos but the regular price isn’t that bad at 12.99. Whatever the price it’s so worth it. The chicken is very crispy and tender juicy. I ate my meal and ordered more to go lol. They have many flavors and spices to choose from and it’s better than any other place I can remember going to.

Ppl try this place out and let’s make them famous. It’s that good it should be on tv. It’s in such an unassuming location you have to google it to find it.”

“clean safe well maintained establishment. excellent service outstanding food and the best potato pancakes in the valley.”

“Food was amazing would recommend 10/10!”

“Excellent alternative for a family night out for dessert!! Very friendly and excellent !!”

“I came to this wing stop location at around 7 pm on christmas night. I saw four hardworking men working hard during a rush and overwhelming environment. Whoever are these employees, they made everyone’s day better. I just need them to know that their hard work does pay off. We appreciate everything they do. Ten out ten!!”

“Great variety, good service and very tasty!”

“On a cold frigid night. we ordered pizzas and food was delivered hot and prompt.Delicious pizza as always!”

“We just had our Mom's 90th surprise birthday party here. The staff was fabulous! A big thank you to Mary, Sofia and Romy in particular. They helped usher her in, they refrigerated the cake for us, they took care of everything! I highly recommend Bennigan's for a party.”

“5 stars! The staff was very friendly. The food was very fresh and tasted amazing. The restaurant was also clean. It is unfortunately 3 hours from my home but will be an added stop when I travel that way!”

“Cuenta con una variedad de sabores muy deliciosos”

“Mr. Cesar’s Mexican Grill is our new favorite! Their menu is huge, portions are generous, the food is authentic, the atmosphere is friendly and bright! Eat in, carry out, delivery! Such a delight to have this great Mexican restaurant right here in Elgin!”

“Best bagels! I love their Swiss cheese bagel. Wonderful staff. Excellent sandwiches and soup. Very cleam!!”

“Thanks Nick and Peter for the great service today, me and my family really enjoyed the food and hospitality.”

“Muy rica toda la comida , sabor Guatemalteco 100 % las tortillas echas a mano muy ricas ! Les doy un 10/10 muy satisfecha también con la amabilidad y buena actitud de las personas que atienden 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻”

“They have and make the best fruit smoothies ever!”

“Great service and delicious food! Our server, Mark, was excellent! Drinks were perfect too. We will be coming back often for sure”

“Great service 🙂 All the staff is very polite and friendly and the food is amazing 🤩 Great portions also!”

“Best Bingo around. Shelli is fantastic and makes it so much fun to play. Bartenders Abby, Nene& Nick are the best. Chris is the best barback and a great guy. Dutch Inn is an all around great place to go. Always have so much fun and the atmosphere is great.”

“We come to half price Mondays a lot, and we are never disappointed! I love how their chicken sandwiches come half price too on Mondays! Such good food.”

“Simply the best staff within the Chick Fil A organization!”

“So delicious homemade food. My favorite is the California turkey wrap HUGE with potatoe salad and fres pickle for 8$ can’t beat that”

“Good sandwiches, worth every penny”

“Amazing food 😋 😍 very nice place and very friendly people”

“Brough my little brother here for his first visit to a chinese restaurant. He'd had orange chicken at his school and from Hyvee (eugh) and was excited to eat with me here. They had good orange chicken, we both enjoyed ours thoroughly.
I think this is the place that had a lunch deal with egg drop soup, if it was, it was delicious and opened me to a world of egg drop soup.”

“I went here the other week with my girlfriend and it was awesome, the Orange Beef and Spicy Wontons were the best! We stayed to eat outside and got to talk to the owner (who by the way is super friendly). We're definitely going back soon :)”

“Spotless clean Friendly , congenial service”

“The people there are super nice.The food is excellent.I have never had a problem with them.Always on time , just a good place to eat”

“Amazing food, friendly staff, and authentic through and through. Definitely our go to Mexican restaurant!”

“Buen sabor en los alimentos”

“Great food will be back soon!”

“Very good good at a reasonable price. What really stands out here is their service and friendly staff! Very attentive, kind and patient. Can't find this many places anymore!!”

“We had rented the back room to films few scenes for our film and also had pizza for the cast and crew. Tanya who was our waitress and coordinator for the setup in the back room was absolutely amazing. She was super friendly and helpful with everything. You can tell she loves her job since she was always smiling. You have a great worker with Tanya. Also, the cast and crew loved the pizza and salads.”

“I hardly believe this, but I left today and they forgot to include my coleslaw. I got home and called to mention it. I was told they'd bring the coleslaws to me. I thought it was a joke, like doctors making house calls. Sure enough, they came to my door with the coleslaws, an extra, and a pint of blueberry cheesecake. Unbelievable! I've gone there since they opened. Now I won't go anywhere else. Caring about customers isn't lost! Wonderful people!”

“great subs..no skimping on their subs...bread crumby but good flavor...great prices.. we'll be back!!”

“Love MOD Pizza , first time to this location and what should take 10 minutes or so took about 30 minutes. Not looking forward to going back but I still love the pizza.”

“Village is always a must for us. We love the atmosphere and the vibes everytime we come, Dan is the best”

“Love this spot. Great food, coffee and atmosphere.”

“Zzas Italian beef is my absolute fave!! Fresh cut fries are amazing. We just tried meat lovers Square pizza...DELISH!”

“Grato lugar para compartir en familia o amigos”

“We came in from out of town doing shopping and decided to try McAlisters. I got the jalapeño crunch sandwhich and my friend got the French dip sandwhich! Oh my gosh! We need one of these out by us because that was one of the best samdwhiches I’ve ever had lol! The manager, Jonathan, was so extremely kind to my friend and I. What a great experience. We will be back :)”

“I recently visited this location, and I was thoroughly impressed by the cleanliness and friendliness of the staff. From the moment I walked in, the place was spotless—tables were wiped down, floors were clean, and the food prep area looked well-maintained.

The staff was welcoming and greeted me with a smile, making the experience even better. They were patient while I customized my sandwich and ensured everything was made just the way I liked it. The ingredients were fresh, and the overall atmosphere was inviting.

It’s refreshing to see a fast-food restaurant take cleanliness and customer service seriously. I’ll definitely be coming back to this location! Highly recommend it if you’re looking for a pleasant and hygienic dining experience.”

“Miss this place it’s been years. And it didn’t disappoint. We got the western.”

“One of the best Italian beef sandwiches I’ve ever had. Service was extremely fast and friendly and we got our food within minutes.”

“A great neighborhood bar where anyone and everyone goes to have a drink. They have fish on Fridays that are super tasty. All the bartenders are honest, funny, and personal. If you want to feel at home, this bar is the place to be.”

“Los tacos deliciosos, las salsas y el servicio”

“Delicious oatmeal, tasted like apple pie”

“Not only is the food and coffee great, the manager, Kelsie, is fantastic, when she realized I had dropped my wallet she made sure it was returned to me. I hope this location gets the recognition it deserves. Everyone working there is always in a great mood, even when I order at 6 am.”

“Great food will be back soon!”

“Custard is always Fresh. Staff is always Friendly and Welcoming. the Ozark Turtle is my favorite. 😊😊😊”

“I came to Big Sammy’s on February 17 and had a great experience. The restaurant was clean and well maintained, and Ivan at the register was very helpful and friendly. I ordered the salad and the double cheeseburger, and both were delicious! The prices were reasonable, and the overall atmosphere was welcoming. I’ll definitely be coming back.”

“Anyone who disparages this establishment doesn’t know good, take out Italian that you’re looking for. Thin crust is also stellar that I order often. Flaky crust. But their deal on Wednesday for bogo pasta for a buck is HANDS DOWN! the best deal in town. My top two are the stuffed shells and lasagna. Two pics are large stuffed shells. My favorite. One with meat sauce, one with marinara. Even after prices were raised it’s only $14. Could be 4 meals but usually only two for me. $7 a meal? Good luck. Not for this quality. And two 6” halves of French garlic bread in this deal! I’ve seen bay leaves and garlic cloves in the sauce. It’s quality scratch cooking for the best price in town! Well done👏

And for the best sandwich in the area, go with a Ricks beef! Get plenty of napkins and maybe two-tree forks. It’s the fresh tomato that makes it! So good.”

“Our supper was delicious! From the sweet and sour chicken, pork fried rice and egg rolls - perfect. 🥡🥠. The owners are so friendly and helpful. 10/10 We appreciate you.”

“excelente comida el menudo delicioso si lo recomiendo 👌”

“I had a smoothie in Gooses natural Juices and boy let me tell you it was so delicious and fresh, I will definitely go back again.. 💯, I will recommend this place to everyone..”

“If you like Mexican food but you’re also may be vegetarian or you just like to eat vegetables this place is great. They have a quesadilla made of pumpkin flour that is absolutely amazing so yummy! And lots more options as well. Once you try it y’all will be hooked!!!!!”

“I really really like the iced vanilla chai tea latte 🥺”

“Awesome food, another sweet gem of Elgin cuisine!”

“my first time and it's an absolutely fun place to hang great food drinks and the staff is amazing! I highly recommend it !”

“Recomendadisimo, ssta delicioso y el servicio al cliente de lo mejor, la duena siempre nos atiende personalmente y es superlinda y nos explica y ofrese que tratar de nuevo cada vez que visitamos. Se acuerda de nosotros y es muy amable igual que el resto de su personal. Son un amor y todo esta super delicioso. Nuestro postre favorito son las fresas con crema y pedacitos de cheesecake. Pero todo esta super delicioso al igual que limpio y muy higiénico. Los mejores precios y te atiende super rapido.”

“Best pizza around, hands down! Very family friendly and always great service!”

“It was great I always come in here for their taco dinner and the rice is good just like at home and the beans taste so good the genuine Mexican gastronomi taste is behind every bite I have tried other plates and they haven't disappointed my taste yet very happy to have found a grit spot for the community if you love great food come check these folks out its genuine Mexican food for sure must try”

“yes, this is attached to a gas station.

it does not matter. this place has the best bacon cheeseburgers of any fast food place in the area, the best chicken sandwiches of any fast food place in the state, and the best fries of any restaurant anywhere in the United States

i was fortunate enough to have Diego as my cashier he was so great. I was particularly impressed with how patient he was when i had trouble deciding what i wanted.

Diego treated my order with such care”

“I mean, you’re getting drunk, so…..”

“These cake pops that I had gotten were so moist! And the banana pudding was delicious! Thank you again Katy!!”

“buen servicio y buena comida 👍”

“This is honestly the best pizza place ive ever been too, fast service and the best food too! I get very intoxicated every lunch break and I always walk here and geek out over the food, I recommend this place as your new pizza spot.”

“Great authentic Mexican food with awesome service and reasonable prices.”

“White cottage is so underrated that it hurts my soul! Every time we order from here the food is hot and delicious. Their menu is on the larger side so there’s definitely something for everyone. 10/10 would recommend!”

“Muy buen lugar, y sobretodo la fruta en vasos y los dorilocos .!!🤗😋💕”

“Great food, friendly staff! 🔥🍔🍟🌭🍗”

“Love this spot. Great food, coffee and atmosphere.”

“Very tasty smoothies I love surprise sunset”

“They have a pool table!!!! But can you move it in, just a bit. The poolstick hits the glass too much.Anyway their oven was not working so couldn't try the pizza, but they sold snacks. The drinks are basic but not bad. I don't mind cranberry vodka.Really cheap drinks. Amazing service and cool quiet chill atsmophere.I want to come back and play more billiards.”

“Great tacos and delicious horchata!”

“Muy buenos pasteles pero sobretodo la decoración recomendado al 💯”

“This starbucks consistently delivers great coffee and a comfortable atmosphere. Friendly baristas, quick service, and reliable quality should make this a go-to spot for coffee lovers.”

“Portillo’s is amazing. I appreciate the staffs and managers kindness to me even though I have autism and their food is amazing and really good. The restaurant is in good condition. Manager Maddie and Liz and Vanessa is very nice. Amazing chopped salad and hot dogs are spectacular. Must come back. 10/10. Great service”

“This Buffet redefines expectations for buffets. From the first bite to the last sip, the attention to detail is remarkable. Presentation, aroma, and flavor all harmonized in ways I didn’t think possible. The servers are intuitive, picking up subtle cues and adjusting the experience in real time. They made me feel that every decision, from menu selection to wine pairing, was customized personally for me. Leaving the restaurant, I realized I had experienced more than a meal; I had witnessed craftsmanship, hospitality, and thoughtfulness at their highest level. Dining here is not just eating, it is experiencing intention made tangible.”

“We came shopping at Target, and my daughter decided to buy a Starbucks drink. I'm not very familiar with this brand, so Miss Lauren helped us and explained what the drink we were going to purchase contained. Excellent customer service—thank you!

We came shopping at Target and my daughter decided to buy a Starbucks drink. I am not very familiar with this brand, so Miss Lauren helped us and explained to us what the drink we were going to buy contained. Excellent customer service. Thank you.”

“I recently tried this Chinese restaurant and was impressed with the food. The chicken in garlic sauce was flavorful, perfectly cooked, and had just the right balance of savory and garlicky kick. The crab rangoons were crispy on the outside with a creamy, delicious filling definitely.
The only downside was that the food took a bit longer than expected to come out. However, the quality and taste made it worth the wait.”

“Absolutely wonderful I couldn’t be happier with everything ❤️❤️❤️”

“I’ve been eating there for 20 years the best I just would Love if you put goat back on the menu”

“I come here for lunch sometimes. They have daily specials and specials of the day. I'm a creature of habit so I always get the Jr burrito special. Can't beat the price! For $7 you get a burrito, rice, beans, drink and chips and salsa”

“El Mezcalito is my go-to spot for the best arrachera, azada, al pastor & chicken tacos! The flavors are out of this world and the ingredients are always fresh. The staff is super friendly and accommodating too, so it's always a great experience when I visit El Mezcalito. Highly recommend!”

“By far the best Chinese take out in the area! Consistently good, have enjoyed their food for over 35 years! So glad we can still enjoy their food. Look forward to every order! We have our typical order but every on e any a while we will try something new and have never been disappointed!!! I moved to the west side of town but will still drive for the best!”

“Drove up from St Charles because the food looked good in the pictures. Did not disappoint. Chicken was a little dry but very tasty and the skin was crispy and packed a lot of flavor. Great salsas also! The rice was mid and the frijoles charros were very good! Wish I had a place like this closer to the LBC!”

“Food is good. Staff is very helpful and friendly. I usually eat in my car.
My one and only complaint is all of the outside garbage cans have been taken away. That is ridiculous! Makes no sense at all.”

“Cooper did an excellent job with my order. He even mentioned that I had a free reward available and was knowledgeable in letting me know it didn’t expire. I highly recommend going to this location.”

“We drove a little way to get here, worth it, love the beef and great fries! We have been back many times since my last review. Still excellent, and your employees were fantastic!”

“I love the food there especially the Cuban sandwich. Even the fries are delicious”

“The best in Elgin. Food is authentic & top grade. Always satisfying to my taste buds. Restaurant is really clean & customer service is excellent. You will never go wrong stopping by to eat in or pick up. 100% recommended.”

“Great food and service 5 plus”

“Clean, friendly and quick. The people behind the counter were kind and willing to chat. They were quick with getting our order and the store was clean. Definitely recommend making a visit.”

“It was good. Awesome staff”