22 Best Salad Restaurants near Rockdale

“Michelle is the absolute best. She makes the atmosphere even better than what it already is by her love for her customers. 100% go back again“

“This was my first time at Taste Of Jerusalem and it won't be the last. The Vegetarian Plate had great flavor and was washed down with a Kiwi and Lime Freez. Kudos as well to Omar for his kindness and professionalism.“

“Just left the Irish Cantina with my husband and two kids (7 & 9) and we felt so comfortable. Food was great! My kids loved their chicken tenders and grilled cheese. I recommend the chipotle chicken sandwich!
They were so welcoming to us with the kids and they had games for kids and I’m so thankful to them.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had our Nov. 2024 wedding rehearsal at Cut 158 and were completely impressed and happy with our experience. The food is excellent and the service was top notch. The staff made us feel very welcome and taken care of the entire night. They added little cute touches like our picture on the menu that made it feel special and their new space is really modern and perfect for events. We highly recommend this restaurant for special occasions or just a nice dinner out. We have been coming here with our family the last few years and it is an amazing gem in Joliet.“

“Food is always great at Noodles and Company! Stopped in yesterday for a late lunch while my phone was getting repaired. They had absolutely no problem with me sitting in there waiting for my phone to be fixed after I had their spicy Korean beef noodles which are always tasty. Thanks guys!“

“Stumbled on to Toro via internet. Very good food. Pleasant and friendly atmosphere. We will be back!“

“Everything was so fresh and delicious! Plum wine is a perfect accompaniment & service was excellent, thank you! 😊“

“This is one of my families favorites. I am not as mich of a fan just because I am limited on what I can eat (keto). There are not very many keto options but either way everyone is always happy with the food and service. We ordered online and picked up last time and everything was fresh and hot. The guy who brought it out was friendly and thanked us.“

“comida deliciosa,muy rico“

“Mac and Cheese made on a different level! Delicious even when cold“

“We pulled through the drive-thru and ordered the gyro meal with 14 wings, fries, garlic bread, and two extra portions of gyro meat — all for just $35. The value alone is impressive, but what stood out most was the flavor. The gyro meat was tender and well-seasoned, the wings had a satisfying crunch, and even the unsalted fries held their own. Portions were generous without sacrificing quality.

On our return visit, the experience was even better — consistent food, quicker service, and the same unbeatable price. For anyone in Joliet looking for a hearty, flavorful meal that doesn’t break the bank, this spot is a gem worth seeking out.“

“Heard a lot of great things but HAD to try to myself! and I was blown away, DELICIOUS!!“

“Four of us from Dwight ate there Thursday night. Everything was outstanding. The pork chops were well seasoned and moist. My veal and smashed sweet potato was to die for. And the bread pudding was delicious. Missed several items on the menu, I will be back. Kudos to you and your staff for a fantastic evening!“

“It was 70th Birthday! I had a great time celebrating my 70th. The food and drinks were Excellent! The service was Excellent!! The staff sang afterwards Happy Birthday with a torch candle it was the bomb. My sister Roxann & Lou made my day! I will be back with many others in the family! It was great! Love it at Los 3 Martinez!!!“

“I don't think I like Facebook's way of posting reviews. [Edit: no one else likes it, either. I'm the only reviewer in 2025, and it's almost 2026. They should also pay closer attention to the "not recommend" reviewers.] The review below this paragraph is just over 1,000 words, as if it appeared in a newspaper. I might just make any reviews of other restaurants and venues as regular posts. If you like Chicago-style fast food, eat here. Expect $15 per person unless you just order one hotdog and a glass of water. Portillo's is a chain with 94 restaurants and "drive-through-only" locations spread throughout ten states. Their greatest concentration is in the Chicagoland area. Founded by Dick Portillo in 1963 as a hot-dog trailer parked in Villa Park Illinois, the restaurant grew steadily over the years. It’s now a publicly traded company, and Dick Portillo no longer plays an active role in day-to-day operations. All Portillo's locations are company owned, with no franchisees. Portillo's sells Chicago-style fast food. They serve Italian Beef, which I’m reviewing here. They also serve Chicago-style all beef hotdogs, Italian and Maxwell Street Polish sausage sandwiches, barbecued pork ribs, grilled and deep-fried fish and chicken sandwiches, pepper-and-egg sandwiches during Lent, chili, and even char-grilled hamburgers. They also sell Chicago-style tamales, but only in the Chicagoland area or "ship to home." The location reviewed here is at 1155 Brook Forest Ave., Shorewood IL. Their hours are 10 AM to 11:30 PM Sunday through Thursday, and 10 AM to Midnight Friday and Saturday. I visited the location in mid-evening on a Tuesday. The dining room was still roughly half occupied, and the double-column line for the drive through was still overflowing into the main parking lot. I've yet to see a Portillo's location not busy, but they might not be as popular outside of the Midwest. I ordered the "regular" Italian Beef wet with extra gravy on the side, sweet pepper garnish, small fries, and a fountain drink. Portillo's sells Coca-Cola products for fountain drinks. They are also famous for their milkshakes; particularly their "Chocolate Cake Shake." While it's incredibly good, it's exactly what it sounds like. Some, but not all Portillo's locations are licensed to sell beer and wine. The selection and availability vary by location. Italian Beef. The French Bread, like all bread products used by Portillo's was a Turano product. It was fresh, with just the right amount of toasting pre-service. The beef was perfectly sliced, very finely grained, and did not seem to have sat for an excessive period of time awaiting service. Portillo's gets their beef from Vienna Beef. However, they get it raw, and do their own seasoning, slow-roasting and slicing in their central commissary before repackaging and sending it to their restaurants. The French Bread Roll was properly filled with roast beef, not overflowing, but still quite full. The regular beef is more than enough for many diners. If you want more, the "Big Beef" sandwich is 50% larger. Both the regular and Big Beef sandwiches are also available as "combo" sandwiches with an appropriate length char-grilled Italian Sausage. The spice blend was properly Italianate, and at just the right strength to compliment the sandwich. When you eat this sandwich, you are eating Italian Beef, not "grandma's spice rack," or "store-brand-watery-Arby's." Gravy. Portillo's makes their own gravy while slow-roasting their beef. The gravy was a rich dark brown. Both the "au-jus" and the spices were in perfect balance, strength, and concentration. It was served properly hot. The flavor was perfect, with no hint of being scorched, burned, or overheated. The sauteed sweet peppers were cut "country style," which suited them well. The peppers were well sauteed, yet had enough slight to moderate firmness“

“I have used the drive thru,got it delivered, and also dined in, which I'm doing at this very moment. Food is constantly outstanding. Best sandwiches in town. Always greeted with a smiling face! One of the few places I feel comfortable dining alone. Thanks, staff!“

“Im a Texas resident that’s been searching for a taste of the Chicago deep dish.
This one takes 1st place!
Crust wasn’t overcooked. Options were available on cook of crust (light. Well done, normal,)
The sauce was robust with chunky tomatoes. Easily the best sauce I’ve had on a pizza. I chose ‘extra sauce’
You can taste the ingredients were fresh. A really great ratio of cheese too. The spread of the cheese to the edge of the crust is deliciously noticed as well.
Tried out over 8 pizza places from Joliet to downtown Chicago for the best deep and this one is it folks.
It’s not overpriced. I’ve spent over $60on a 14’.
This pie cost me $34 and worth every bite“

“I have been a couple times and always had great service and food! Recently I ordered through the app and there was an accidental second charge to my credit card. I called the store and they had it fixed by the end of the day! Thank you Potbelly!“

“We ordered the brown stew fish and it was delicious! The rice and peas had quite a kick to them great for those who love spice, but a bit much for our kids. This was our first time ordering rice and peas with that level of heat. It would be great if there were a milder option available for children. Thank you!“

“As a member of the coffee club for about a year now, I wish this location would train its staff on how to make coffee. Lately the coffee has been really weak and watered down. Iced coffee is my go to but this location ways seems watered down. Please train your staff to make a great cup of coffee. Thats all we ask. 🙂 I did mention this to the manager a fee months ago and it did get better for a bit...“

“Just love this place and very nice employees����“

“I made an online order last night for pick-up in store and, even though I had to wait for a few minutes, the staff in the kitchen moved like clockwork. Much kudos to their hard work! And the management kept a great eye on both the customers and the young employees.
I learned from a fellow customer while waiting that they had just filled a 30+ item order and were catching up on regular orders. Despite the rush, a staff member kindly brought me my order when it was completed and returned back to filling orders. This Noodles & Company has come a long way from two years ago! They even got the salad order correct (something they've struggled with in the past)! Keep up the great work, team! I'll be coming here again soon!

Vegetarian options: Wisconsin Mac & Cheese (very tasty), Impossible panko chicken add-ons, the salads, among others (those are just my favorites)

Parking: A bit of a tight squeeze during the height of the dinner rush“