Rooney's

119 N Elm St, Franklin Grove
(815) 456-2590

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Genevieve Shomaker

Stopped by here on a day drinking birthday run and the atmosphere was so off, people staring bartender was rude. Asked for a tequila sunrise, which was just orange juice and sadness. Kept getting stared at like someone was looking for a fight won’t be back place they can keep degenerate regulars. Guess our presence messed up their football watching. Yuck

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

Cathy Shaw

Were there for lunch, so it wasn't busy. Several groups were there and it wasn't loud. Food was good and reasonably priced and service was good.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

CCP Fabrication

Great smash burgers great atmosphere. Would go to again. Staff very friendly

Trenton Farrel

If you've eaten at Rooney’s Bar & Grill recently and found yourself savoring every bite, chances are you have Talen Patterson to thank for that. As one of the standout cooks in the kitchen, Talen brings more than just skill to the table—he brings passion, creativity, and a commitment to quality that’s hard to miss.
Talen’s dishes consistently strike the perfect balance between comfort and innovation. Whether it’s a perfectly seared steak, a richly flavored burger, or a daily special with a creative twist, his food reflects both technical precision and an intuitive understanding of flavor. You can tell he takes pride in his work, and it shows in the consistency and presentation of every plate that leaves his station.
Beyond his culinary talents, Talen is known among regulars and staff for his professionalism and team spirit. He works hard, keeps calm under pressure, and always seems to have time for a quick smile or helpful word to a colleague. In an industry where pace and pressure can get intense, that kind of positive energy makes a big difference.
Rooney’s Bar & Grill is lucky to have Talen Patterson behind the scenes. If you're stopping by for a bite, know that you're in good hands—and don’t be surprised if you find yourself coming back for more. if you made it this far they had no food when i went chalk talen

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stephen Bray

Really good service and the food was great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

John Creech

Pleasant place, good food and service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lauren Blondell

Great food.. fun place to go

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Marie Rowland

Great service. Great food. Such large portions. Try it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dee Hamilton

first time eating here,very friendly staff.our food was excellent.

Killian Bickett

Passing through town. Hot delicious Lunch. Friendly staff And Welcoming atmosphere. 10/10
Would recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Misty Goff

We love this local option. Great food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sara Love

We popped-in for the 1st time & loved it. Great burgers that tasted like they were made with love. Fries cooked perfectly. Music was great. Kind people working. We look forward to going back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lisa K Brewer

Excellent service. Stopped here back in May of '25 and had great service as well. The chicken sandwich was very good. Most recently had their hand-dipped chicken fingers, and cheese curds, and my friend had a Rooney burger with grilled onions. All were very good! Plenty of parking for a bike stop. Cute clean bar/restaurant clean bathrooms, nice patio. Check them out!

Marcella Kitson

Food was amazing and our waitress was very helpful on this our first visit. Restaurant was very clean and welcoming.

Rebecca Luchtman

Great place!

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