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Elgin, Illinois, blends historic charm with modern vibes, offering a diverse culinary scene featuring typical American comfort foods like burgers and pies, alongside Mexican and Italian cuisines.

Old Republic Kitchen Bar

Old Republic Kitchen Bar

155 S Randall RdIL 60123, Elgin, United States

Pizza • Cafés • Seafood • American


"Seated table 104 at 5:52 pm waited at least 10 min to be greeted. Server came with menus and took our drink order. Waited 15 minutes for the cocktails to arrive. We decided to order salads instead of an appetizer. After about another 15 minutes we began to see people being seated after us that were already receiving their appetizers and food! Our server stopped and apologized several times for the order being late saying there was something with the system but it would be right up. Ten more minutes we were told there was a problem with the grilled shrimp for the salad and asked if she would care to choose a different protein. My friend chose the grilled chicken. It was now 6:40 and we still had not received our order. We stopped our server and asked for them to pack it to go and also for our check as we didn’t want to be late for the movie we already had tickets for. She brought the two salads in the take out containers almost immediately. When the check arrived I gave her my credit card right away. That took another 5 minutes and it was then we realized there were no plastic utensils put into the take out bag. At this point 3 other tables had been seated, drinks, food and had left already! I really wanted to ask to see a manager however there was no time. Hopefully this was just a new server and I do realize that stuff happens, however, all things considered it would have been nice to have one of our salads or even just a drink comped for the trouble. First time there, unfortunately it may likely be the last. Wanted to leave a thorough review, as far as the take out salad goes, there was plenty of walnuts, toppings, yet could have had a bit more lettuce! I will know how it all tastes tomorrow as it is just too late to eat my dinner now."