Location: Sterling
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Best American food near Sterling, Illinois, United States
Find out what American restaurants to try in Sterling. Sterling is a city in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States. The population was 15,370 at the 2010 census, down from 15,451 in 2000. Formerly nicknamed "Hardware Capital of the World", Sterling has long been associated with manufacturing and the steel industry.
Things to do in Sterling
10. Buffalo Wild Wings
Reviewed By WJA81
Healthy choices are suspect at BWW but the food tastes great.Service is good too.High energy place,and yes,the wings are great!
9. Dog House
Reviewed By Jeremy L
This place is literally a whole in the wall at the local bowling alley. Tiny but not cramped. The staff is friendly and they cook up the best in artery clogging food. From hot dogs to traditional American breakfast far the food is cooked fast to order with lots of grease. Always a favorite.
8. The Boulevard Pub and Grill
Located on the edge of Sterling, The Blvd Pub & Grill takes on a warm and casual, family oriented neighborhood restaurant and pub. The Wisconsin themed menu, including cheese curds, the Guargantuan Pretzel and an authentic Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich smo
Reviewed By Pottman
This place has it all. It's clean, great service, love the atmosphere....and the food! We started with the pretzel appetizer. Amazing. It was the size of a small pizza. It was like soft warm homemade bread. There was four of us, three had burgers and one the steak sandwich. We were all pleased with our choices. Where else can you get a burger topped with smashed cheese curds. My recomamendation...there not on the menu but the sweet potato tots were the best I've had.
7. Arthur's Garden Deli
Overall Ratings
4 based on 57 reviews
It's on one of the main drags in Rock Falls, not far from I-88.
Reviewed By Beatriz121
We were passing through Rock Falls and needed a little something for lunch. The deli proved to be a perfect place to stop. The restaurant is very clean and cheery with a wonderful selection of fresh, appealing items. I had a tasty bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup; my husband had soup and a ready-made container of potato salad. Workers were friendly and helpful and contributed to a good first impression.
6. Eggs in Paradise
Overall Ratings
4 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By Michelle C
This is the place for a fast, friendly, filling breakfast. The waitresses are all awesome. Just a great restaurant. Bring cash, they do not take cards.
5. Mom's Diner
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By EdLoves2Travel
My wife and I decided to try Mom's Diner for a mid-morning breakfast. We walked in and no one was at the cashier/counter and there was no sign saying "Wait for Hostess to Seat You" or "Seat Yourself", so we just sat ourselves, since the place was not busy at all. One waitress walked by us 3 times and then the owner walked by twice and yet no one greeted us or waited on us. Then the waitress and the owner gabbed about a big party coming in, but still no one acknowledged us or gave us menus or water, etc. After awhile, I told my wife we are leaving, so we got up to leave and I told the owner we were leaving because no one waited on us. Well, then she got all apologetic and said "let me buy your coffee". forget that, we walked out and will never go back. Poor customer service!
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4. Candlelight Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By JerBob
We had a group of 35 in the upstairs private room. The manger was checking in on us. We had chicken and shrimp deep fried with REAL Mashed potatoes! The sauce for both of the proteins was excellent! Nice place in the middle of no- where!
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3. Smoked On 3rd BBQ Bistro & Catering
Overall Ratings
4 based on 48 reviews
Casual dining set in a grand historic building, downtown Sterling IL. Some of our features are flavored with hints of hickory, apple or pecan smoke such as our #1 Seller Smoked Brisket, Pulled Pork, Corned Beef, St. Louis Ribs and Turkey. Our meats & poul
Reviewed By Northsbeer
Had to come to town for personal business and luckily wound up here. Our 4-year old was being a little crabby after being in the car for a long time and the hostess and server could not have been more helpful. There were only 3 of us but the hostess put us in a big corner booth knowing that would help things out. The waitress helped diffuse the crabby kid right away by catering to his off-menu requests. Everything we ordered was excellent. Weâll be sure to stop here again if we ever find ourselves in the area.Thank you for your fabulous review! We are very proud of our staff, both front of the house and back. Our goal is provide great food with friendly service! Please join us again and safe travels!
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2. Candlelight Inn Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 198 reviews
Reviewed By tgd721
The restaurant is known for its Chicken George, which is locally-raised chicken, with the tenders brined then lightly breaded and fried. Makes for a nice, moist chicken tender, but I would have liked some spice or acid to brighten up the entree. Be warned that even a combo plate (I ordered grilled shrimp and Chicken George) comes with a good pound (or more) of the chicken tenders!! Friendly, efficient service, good sides, nice clean, steakhouse surroundings.
1. Arthur's Garden Deli
Overall Ratings
4 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By legacyendeavors
This place is well known for its quality salads, sandwiches & other deli Delights. The ambiance and the freshness is very delicious. We are absolutely delighted to be here and enjoy this place again! Sterling's Arthur's is still great and high on our list of places to visit when we are here!
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