THE 15 BEST Restaurants in Freeport, IL - With Menus, Reviews, Photos - Updated September 2024 (2024)

1

Garden Deli

Deli • $

Customers` Favorites

Pastrami Turkey Provolone on Wheat

14 Pastrami & Turkey

Ham Salam & Rowlane

Corned Beef &Swiss

Beef Encounter

Crab Salad

Ham & Swiss

“From Florida first restaurant in Illinois and food was great”

4.8 Superb52 Reviews

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2

Restaurant La Jarocha

Mexican • $

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Quesadilla

Birria Ramen

Steak Tacos

Pupusas

Taco Salad with Chicken

Chicken Fajitas

Street Tacos

Pork Burrito

“Was cruising through town and saw the truck. Tacos were amazing!”

4.7 Superb52 Reviews

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3

Hot Dogs • $

Customers` Favorites

Gyro

Burger

Chicago Dog

Combo

Onion Rings

Cheeseburger

Memphis Dog

Fresh Cut Fries

Cheese Fries

Crispy Chicken Sandwich

“Great food for a good price and friendly staff”

4.5 Superb107 Reviews

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4

Pubs • $

Customers` Favorites

Tacos

Cranberry Chicken Salad Sandwich

The Big Bacon Chicken Sandwich

3 Snickerdoodle Cookies

Cheeseburger with Side

Chicken Quesadilla

Pub Nacho Supreme

Baked Potato

Sloppy Joe

Hamburger

“Online ordering is good. Menu selection is quite varied and have always been happy with my selection. Staff is very friendly.

Parking: Usually plenty of parking unless there is a special event going on even then you can usually find somewhere to park.”

4.7 Superb42 Reviews

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5

The Wagner House

Wine Bar • $$

Customers` Favorites

Ultimate Bacon Cheese Burger

Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese

Pretzel Encrusted Grouper

“An enormous Thank You to Wagner House for providing such an incredible venue for our son and daughter-in-laws wedding!! The space, in itself, is stunning, however, the staff was even more stunning! Everything was perfect! Thank you again for everything ❤️”

4.6 Superb37 Reviews

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6

Landmark Family Restaurant

Family • $

Customers` Favorites

Skillet with Peppers and over Medium Eggs

Western Omelette and Big Boy

Waffle w Strawberries

Deep Fried Catfish

Cheeseburger

Club Sandwich

Swiss Steak

Tuna Salad

Tuna Melt

“Great food with friendly people and service”

4.5 Superb45 Reviews

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7

Wayside Saloon

Bar & Grill • $

Customers` Favorites

Burger

Applewood Smoked Bacon

Tater Tots

“The best bar in freeport,The burgers are greasy and good and it doesnt take to long and there arent many workers but they do there best to make sure everyone gets there food i do recommend”

4.8 Superb21 Reviews

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8

Big O's On The Hollow

American • $

Customers` Favorites

Burger

Steak

Smoked Prime Rib

Pork Tenderloin Sandwich

Duck Strips

Smothered Chicken with Loaded Fries

Traditional Club Sandwich

Broc Beer Cheese Soup

Grilled Cod Fish Fry

“Love this place! Everyone here is friendly!”

4.4 Superb62 Reviews

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9

Generations Brewing Company

Brewery • $$

“Great brewery! I love the Jelly Roll sour. Great service. Highly recommend!”

4.6 Superb25 Reviews

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10

Fiesta Cancun of Freeport - II

Mexican • $

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp Fajitas

“The staff was very alert and attentive. We were seated immediately! Complimentary chips and sauce were promptly served, and drink orders taken.I had the Burrito Grande and it was delicious! And Grande!”

4.6 Superb25 Reviews

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11

Bar & Grill • $

Customers` Favorites

Steak

Potato

Onion Rings

French Fries

Catfish

Baked Cod

Broasted Chicken

Cheeseburger

Cheese Curds

Chicken Wings

“Good food. Good service. Relaxing environment. Just a great place to be. It's a place where I don't mind spending my money.”

4.3 Superb88 Reviews

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12

Big Apple Family Restaurant

Family • $

Customers` Favorites

Mashed Potatoes

Wrap

Sandwich

Chicken Stir Fry

Vegetarian Omelette and Corned Beef Hash

Homemade Soup

Onion Soup

Fish Dinner

Clam Chowder

Rice Pudding

“Ordered to go and the service was amazing. People there are about as friendly as can be, the food. Now that's something special. Ordered the Open faced roast beef. And dear lord, I've eaten at tons of places. ordered a ton of open faced roast beefs. This, this is everything it should be, incredibly rich gravy, the roast beef melts in your mouth. the mashed potatoes are silky and fluffy. The bread is top notch. Everything was amazing. Little lady had corned beef hash and eggs. The corned beef hash was full of flavor and just brilliant. The scrambled eggs were so fluffy the clouds are jealous. If you come to freeport, and you don't have at least one meal here. You seriously missed out.”

4.3 Superb86 Reviews

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13

Duckman's Jerk Shack

Caribbean • $

Customers` Favorites

Banana Pudding

Red Beans and Rice

Candied Yams

Jerk Chicken Sandwich

Jerk or Mango Sauce

Whole Jerk Chicken

Macaroni & Cheese

Peach Cobbler

Curry Chicken

Steam Cabbage

“the rib tips and wings were fantastic.jerk chicken was really good.curry chicken was tasty.veggies were greateverything I tried was good I had him do a sampler.. Def going back”

4.5 Superb28 Reviews

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14

China Buffet

Chinese • $

Customers` Favorites

Sushi

Coconut Shrimp

Orange Chicken

Steamed Broccoli

Salad Bar

Chicken Wings

Peanut Chicken

Chicken Lo Mein

Seafood Delight

California Roll

“The food is just good tbh.”

4.3 Superb67 Reviews

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15

Bar • $

Customers` Favorites

Swiss Mushroom

Hamburger

Mort Burger and Hot Dog

Cheeseburger and Chips

“Fantastic place! Dusty and Jen are awesome and very tentative!”

4.4 Superb36 Reviews

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Our Journeys Cafe and Boba Shop (JOURNEYS)

Coffee Shops • $

“so amazing. Overall experience between the boba the customer service and and the nice couch area with kids toys right across from the kids museum just puts this place on another level. I will definitely be back.”

4.6 Superb37 Reviews

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The Cookie Jar

Bakery • $

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Chip Cookies

“Definitely one of the best places to get some amazing cookies!!! The staff was so friendly, accommodating and helpful as they let me send in a last minute 4 dozen cookie order before the 4th of July and their break/time off (for a birthday party on the 7th). The cookies stayed fresh and tasted phenomenal even 4 days after I got them! I felt like a jerk ordering so many cookies last minute and they didn’t seem to mind at all and were more than happy to help! Thank you guys so much!!! If you haven’t tried them already the sour cream cookies are to die for! 20/10 recommend!!!!”

5 Superb12 Reviews

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Asia Cafe

Chinese • $

Customers` Favorites

Fried Rice

Orange Chicken

Egg Drop Soup

Garlic Chicken

California Roll

Mongolian Beef

Sesame Chicken

Sashimi Combo

“I’ve been going there repeatedly and their food is AMAZING! I don’t normally venture out of my regular dishes but each time I do I’m glad I did!”

4.4 Superb29 Reviews

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Riverside Family Restaurant 7

Family • $

Customers` Favorites

Beer Battered Chicken Tenders with Fries and Mashed Potatoes

Broiled Cod

“My family and I absolutely love this place. They have good staff and great food. I would totally recommend going if you're looking for a decent restaurant to go to.”

4.2 Good114 Reviews

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The Cedar Inn

Bar & Grill • $

Customers` Favorites

Burger

Sandwich

Onion Rings

Wings

Bavarian Pretzel Sticks

Ribeye Steak Special

Bacon Cheeseburger

Pork Chop Dinner

Chicken Wrap

Cheese Curds

“Would appreciate if you would put on your web site when you’re closed on Sunday’s. This is the third time I’ve traveled from out of town, only to find the doors locked. 11:30 am. What gives?”

4.3 Superb38 Reviews

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Imperial Palace

Chinese • $

Customers` Favorites

Sauce

Egg Roll

Egg Drop Soup

Sweet and Sour Chicken

Crab Rangoon

Garlic Chicken

Orange Chicken

Sesame Chicken

San Shan Soup

Combination Fried Rice Kid's Menu

“I would like to leave a wonderful review about the waitress that waited on us when we there. Our service was absolutely wonderful and she was very attentive and friendly and provided the best service I’ve ever had in the Freeport area! Our waitress’s name was Cristal and I felt I had to leave a review because she was absolutely wonderful and had a great personality and was super friendly, not to mention our drinks were kept full and she came and checked on us attentively, The food tasted great and we were very pleased with our experience, we will be coming back to enjoy the great food and even better service, and hope to get the same exceptional service and waitress on our next visit. I would definitely recommend coming to Imperial Palace Freeport.”

4.2 Good79 Reviews

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Amigos

Mexican • $

Customers` Favorites

Chips and Salsa

Huevos Con Chorizo with Rice Beans and Cheese

Chimichanga with Rice and Beans

Two Ground Beef Tacos

Chicken Fajitas

Steak Tacos

Taco Salad

“Best Breakfast around!!!!”

4.3 Superb34 Reviews

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Pretzel City Pub

Bar • $

“Took food home, had heard about they're pork tenderloin's so that's what we all got..up graded to onion rings which was a little pricey at $3.00 more, did have menu and couldn't find an online, waitress that answered was very kind and patient with all my questions. We'd eat there again, probably something else on the menu.”

4.9 Superb8 Reviews

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The Muse on Cedar Creek

Wineries • $

Customers` Favorites

Pepperoni Margherita Flatbread

Wine Flights

Meat

“Absolutely love the owners and the food ia always amazing and over exceeds my expectations! I will always recommend everyone to come here and enjoy a glass of wine and some really outstanding food.”

4.3 Superb31 Reviews

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Bar • $

Customers` Favorites

Lotzza Motzza Pizzas

“Perfect thanks buddy thanks babe”

4.6 Superb11 Reviews

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Cannova's

Italian • $$

Customers` Favorites

Crab Cakes

Tiramisu

The Sicilian Pizza

Cheese Bread

Angel Hair Pasta with Genovese Sauce

Spaghetti with Meatballs

Black and Green Olives

Seafood Alfredo Entree

Pepperoni Pizza

Veal Parmigiana

“Service was awesome, I ordered cheese ravioli with a meat sauce, one 7 ravioli the portion was small , the sauce had too much sugar in it, not enough sweet basil or onion..the bread,salad, and wine was very good”

4.2 Good45 Reviews

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Shawnee Tap

Bar • $

Customers` Favorites

Burger and Fries

“This place is fun and the bartenders are very sweet n nice and just a good fun atmosphere and beers are so resanable machines are pretty good as well and they have good burgers”

4.5 Superb10 Reviews

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Fiesta En Cancun

Mexican • $

Customers` Favorites

Rice and Beans

Chips and Salsa

Tortillas

Steak Tacos

Sauce

Burrito Special

Fried Ice Cream

Chicken Fajitas

Seafood Fajitas

Refried Beans

“Menu is extensive. As anticipated, kids menu has fair reasonable priced smaller portions. I won't order the kids chicken again. It's a lower quality of formed chicken you'd expect. If we want good chicken just order the larger adult portions. Those don't look like pressed sponges.
My daughter now loves horchata. Fast friendly fair service.

Kid-friendliness: Fries with the chicken was great. Seasoned fries.”

4.1 Good77 Reviews

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Culver’s

American • $

Customers` Favorites

Hamburger

Ice Cream Sundaes

Fish and Chips

Cheeseburger

“After the lunch stampede (~1:30p.m.), we came thru the drive thru and it was quick service. The turtle sundaes were delicious as was the food (buffalo chicken syrups and cheese curds). Everything was yummy!!”

4.1 Good64 Reviews

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Tony's Oyster Bar / Domino Liquor

Bar • $

Customers` Favorites

Wings

“The owner! Paul Domino! Happy birthday to you, dear boy Love Mom”

4.8 Superb5 Reviews

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Pub 219

Bar • $

Customers` Favorites

Fries

Buffalo Chicken Bacon Melt

Fried Cheese Curds

Smokehouse Wings

Bistro Burger

Pretzel Sticks

Pub Burger

“Super great food!! Fresh and made from scratch!!”

4.3 Superb14 Reviews

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Cocktail Bar • $$

“We were the only customers the entire time we were there (couple hour span). Other than that being a little weird we had a pleasant experience. It was nice to try a couple locally made beers, shoot pool, and have some waffle fries, which were cooked well. Bar and bathrooms were very clean and the bartender was attentive.”

4.8 Superb4 Reviews

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Mousie's On The Boulevard

Cocktail Bar • $$

“Awesome course & friendly staff”

4.7 Superb3 Reviews

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Beltline Cafe

Breakfast • $

Customers` Favorites

French Toast

Blueberry Pancakes

Country Fried Steak and Eggs with Sausage Gravy and Hash Browns

Biscuits and Gravy with Model Eating

Sausage Egg and Cheese Omelette

Country Fried Steak Breakfast

Chocolate Chip Pancakes

Pecan Pancakes

Cheeseburger

Hashbrowns

“Best food around Freeport. Service was awesome TY.I also ordered Country Fried Steak to go, was still hot.”

4 Good48 Reviews

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Joe's Pizza

Pizza • $

Customers` Favorites

Great Pizza

Italian Beef Sandwich

Pepperoni Pizza

Taco Pizza

Lasagna

Mozzarella Cheese Sausage Pepperoni Mushroom Onion Black Olives & Spices Choice of Giardiniera

Large 1 Topping Pizza

Deluxe Pizza

“Not only is Joe's in my opinion the best pizza in town, but their service is incredible. ESPECIALLY for delivery. We ordered tonight, and when our delivery driver got here he informed me that they forgot our 2 liter of root beer, but he stopped at a store and bought us one. I have never had a delivery experience so positive. Thank you again Mr Delivery Driver for everything!!!”

4 Good40 Reviews

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Sports Bar • $

Customers` Favorites

Famous Loaded Bloody Mary

Joe's Fish Sandwich

Homemade Chili

“very friendly and prompt service! Burgers are great!!”

4 Good22 Reviews

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Papa Murphy's | Take 'N' Bake Pizza

Pizza • $

Customers` Favorites

Dairy-Free Cheese Pizzas

Create Your Own

Dairy-Free Cheese Big Murphy's Stuffed

Chicken Bacon Artichoke Before Baking

Dairy-Free Cheese Hawaiian

Chicken Garlic Calzone

Cream Cheese Frosting

Garlic Monkey Bread

Pan Crust

Club Salad

“I placed an order on line and requested a specific time for pickup, upon arrival at requested time I walked in to get the order expecting it to be ready. I told them my name and she prints out a ticket and then begins to start making it. I was pressed for time.No apologies or anything”

3.9 Good22 Reviews

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Higher Grounds Coffee

Coffee Shops • $

Customers` Favorites

Scones

Quiche Lorraine Chicken Cordon Bleu Pani Puri

Panini Sandwiches

“I love their iced coffee. Very friendly staff. I just wish they had a list of their flavor shots.”

3.9 Good49 Reviews

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Galena Supermarket and Restaurant

Mexican • $

Customers` Favorites

Steak Mexicano

“The food is delicious, authentic, and fresh. The staff is always very gracious and polite. Sometimes the music is a little loud, but it’s still an enjoyable time.”

3.8 Good16 Reviews

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Cimino's Little Italy

Italian • $

Customers` Favorites

Italian

Fried Chicken

Sausage

Chicken Alfredo

French Fries

Steak

Hurricane Pizza

Chicken Parmesan

Cimino Lasagna

Fish & Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce

“Enjoyed dinner tonight at one of our favorite restaurant! In spite of being really busy, Dom D was the best server and very friendly! Food was excellent as always!”

3.8 Good103 Reviews

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Maria's Pizza

Pizza • $$

Customers` Favorites

Italian Beef

Cheese Sticks

Lasagna

Wings

Combo Sandwich

Stuffed Pizza

Onion Rings

Sausage

“Great food unfortunately the person answering phones for takeout or delivery makes it nearly impossible to get what you want. I have special needs. I usually pay over phone plus tip, have delivery ring bell and leave order. It takes me awhile to get to door. The person taking orders today wants to fight about it lol. I've moved on to a more compassionate restaurant!”

3.6 Good22 Reviews

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Starbucks

Coffee Shops • $

Customers` Favorites

Frappuccino

“I don't really leave reviews, but I was really appreciate of their customer service here today!! They were all so sweet because I decided to order a particular drink a but different than normal but I ended up not liking it, so three different members all went out of their way to help me adjust it/check to make sure it tasted okay after helping me. It's little things like this that I just find so nice and it was such a lovely experience. It makes me miss when I used to be a barista too. Anyways, 10/10, very lovely people working today <3”

3.6 Good36 Reviews

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Benchwarmers Grill and Spirits

Bar & Grill • $

Customers` Favorites

Cheese Curds

Pizza

Fantasy League Burger

Cheese Sticks

“Had the pleasure of trying the catering for our son's graduation party. Italian beef sandwiches w/fixings, Mostaccioli and chips. Incredibly delicious and our guests raved about it. Amazing flavor and tender beef. Didn't have to worry about running out of food or keeping it warm. We highly recommend for large party planning!!”

3.6 Good36 Reviews

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THE 15 BEST Restaurants in Freeport, IL - With Menus, Reviews, Photos - Updated September 2024 (2024)

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# 1 Pequod's Pizza

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No.1 Disfrutar

Chefs Oriol Castro, Eduard Xatruch and Mateu Casañas have many reasons to celebrate this year. In addition to marking the restaurant's 10-year anniversary, they have also received top honours. Disfrutar has been named The World's Best Restaurant 2024, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna.

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The Original Burger King restaurant in Matton, Illinois.

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Big cities, attractive towns, and farmland, highlight the landscape of the state. Illinois is probably best known for Chicago, a world-class city regarded as the cultural heart of the USA with a broad economic base. The cost of living highlights include: lower than U.S., health care costs and housing prices.

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