Location: Kankakee
Top Restaurants in Kankakee
Best American food near Kankakee, Illinois, United States
Reviews on American food in Kankakee, Illinois, United States. Kankakee /kæŋkəˈki/ is a city in and the county seat of Kankakee County, Illinois, United States. The city's name is probably derived from the Miami-Illinois word teeyaahkiki, meaning: "Open country/exposed land/land in open/land exposed to view," in reference to the area's prior status as a marsh. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 27,537. Kankakee is a principal city of the Kankakee-Bourbonnais-Bradley Metropolitan Statistical Area
Things to do in Kankakee
10. Hoppy Pig Inc
Overall Ratings
4 based on 43 reviews
Hoppy Pig is a unique restaurant and bar in Bradley, IL. Our antique, industrial exterior opens into a one of a kind experience featuring live music, delicious food, and the areaâs largest selection of craft beer and liquor. Hoppy Pig has a unique and div
Reviewed By toddmcd17
Really great beer selection and tons of spirits as well. The food was fantastic and the wings are enormous (lots of breading tho). The sandwich (Wow chicken) was good but the service was lacking. It was a Wednesday night and the crowd seemed bigger than they anticipated. Iâd come back and give them another try.
9. Sammy's Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By lowb69
Pizza Pizza Pizza......some of the best in town...I can say that they are very consistent every time you order.... And now with deep-fried Oreos⦠Just to die for
8. Bill's Diner
Overall Ratings
4 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Larry B
It was a cold, rainy night in Bradley Illinois and I thought a diner would be a good choice for dinner as comfort food seemed welcoming. I read the reviews for Bill's Diner and decided to go there and I am glad I did. I was seated immediately and handed a paper with the nights specials, which numbered about 10 and each only $9.99. I chose from the regular menu however because i wanted Chicken Parmesan. My choice included either a salad or soup and when I heard they had Navy Bean soup I ordered that. When the soup came it was piping hot, a full bowl and deliciously home made! So many places I have gone serve lukewarm soup and a small cup, but here it was outstanding in every way. They had my approval with the soup course!My Chicken Parmesan was a very generous portion, served with tasty spaghetti and also hot. Bill's diner "Hit the Mark" for me on a cold rainy evening and I'm sure does so no matter the climate outside. I will return again when in the area.
7. Paul's Place
Overall Ratings
4 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By juanita_v
We stuffed ourselves at this unpretentious bar and grill. My husband had corned beef hash, eggs, and two fluffy pancakes. I had the country fried scramble. It came in a pasta bowl, with country potatoes on the bottom, then a layer grilled onions and chunks of chicken fried steak, scrambled eggs, finally topped with sausage gravy. I dug in, planning to leave half of the potatoes in the bowl, but my resistance broke down. Good gravy! The coffee was also quite good. The atmosphere is part coffee shop, part local bar.
6. Yolks & Berries
Overall Ratings
4 based on 90 reviews
Established in 2013 Yolks & Berries is a unique award winning place for breakfast and lunch providing our guest with creative entrees using quality ingredients, and fast and friendly service that keeps customers coming back for more!
Reviewed By scottd272
Very good food here. The staff is very friendly. We enjoy this place so much. We didnât have any problems here.The staff is very happy you enjoyed your visit with us @yolksandberries! Hope to see you back soon for breakfast.
5. BrickStone Brewery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 258 reviews
Brickstone Restaurant & Brewery is the place where people meet for hand-crafted brews & an inviting atmosphere. Although delicious cuisine has always been a large part of the overall experience, our award-winning craft brews are quickly gaining more and m
Reviewed By Tommytx
I went there after the Bears training camp, the place is packed the menu had a tons of options. I have a turkey burger with coleslaw was amazin. My friend had the quesadillas and she seemed to like them. Bar prices decent friendly service and nice patio. I was very happy with my visit.
4. Jr's Chicken
Overall Ratings
4 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Jeree
Tired if eating at chain restaurants when we are traveling. We found our home cooking, mom and pop place. Great salad bar. Great chicken. And you have a choice of menu or buffet. Buffet is small but filling. Lisa is the best waitress. Friendly and goes the extra mile for you.
3. Jaenicke's Root Beer Stand
Overall Ratings
4 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By Taylor B
There are many reasons to visit Jaenicke's Root Beer Stand at 390 East River Street, off I-57, in Kankakee, Illinois. People have been visiting the iconic restaurant since 1940, long before there was an Interstate highway or McDonald's or Burger King or Wendy's or A&W or Dog 'n Suds. Jaenicke's specializes in home-made root beer, as good or better than A&W drive-ins used to produce, red hots with chili, Chicago-style hot dogs, chili cheese fries, fried pickles, ice cream floats and something unique called "sauce buns." What is a "sauce bun?" Folks in the Kankakee area talk about them all the time. Never duplicated. Never imitated. One of a kind. A "sauce bun" is chili that has a sweet and mild BBQ sauce taste. It isn't served on a hot dog. It's simply a meat sauce with cheese and onions on a warm hot dog bun. Try it with fries and a root beer float. It might change the way you look at food. One thing's for sure: Jaenicke's homestyle root beer is as good as you've ever tasted, in a frosty mug. If you're not into hot dogs (who isn't?), other sandwich options are tenderloin, chicken, Italian beef, BBQ, meatball and Polish. No matter what you choose, be sure to wash it all down with root beer.
2. Rigo's Place
Overall Ratings
4 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By Sue W
We dined with good friends and everyone had something different, and all was very good. Sooo tired of chains, that are just ok at best, it's nice to have a decent restaurant with a great selection, good atmosphere at a fair price. You can spend more at a chain for less quality. Thank you chef and crew!! I've already told people about you.
1. Burgers & Beer
Overall Ratings
4 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By toddmcd17
This place has an extensive menu and if you donât see something you like, you can make your own burger. With burgers they offer fries, curly fries, tots, and chips. The burgers are amazing and come out of the kitchen quick. It is a family and kid friendly restaurant as it gets a little loud. The location isnât the best and itâs really dark in the parking lot but if those are the only gripes, Iâm okay with that :)
