Sidetrack Inn

Bar & Grill
102 W Railroad St, Apple River, IL 61001, United States +1 815-594-2278
(102 Reviews)

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Description

Sidetrack Inn is a bar and grill located at 102 W Railroad St, Apple River, IL 61001, United States. It has been reviewed 102 times by users. Peak wait times are only experienced on Mondays from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM, where waits can reach up to 15 minutes; other days typically have no wait. Popular menu items include Fish Fry, Bar, Salad Corn Fritters and Beer, and Lemon Meringue Pie, providing classic bar and grill fare with some signature specialties.

Categories

Bar & grill

Amenities

  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports
  • Solo dining
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Hard liquor
  • Wine
  • Dessert
  • Table service
  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Cozy
  • Family-friendly
  • Accepts reservations
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Reviews (102)

4 Superb Reviews Out of 102 Reviews
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  • Rosanne Brandenburg
    Mar 08, 2026 - 5:53 am

    Family owned restaurant that time hasn’t touched. Usually you’ll find friends and neighbors dining there. The menu offers great fried chicken, fried and baked cod and salmon with fettuccine . There are our favorites but, they have an extensive menu. Try the home baked pies, too.

  • Craig Volpe
    Feb 11, 2026 - 6:44 am

    Everything you could want from a small town eatery. Family run by great people, really good food and fresh made pies.

  • Ryan Ertmer
    Feb 08, 2026 - 1:30 am

    Had an excellent meal for four to go on a Wednesday night. The supper club relish tray was a nice touch. Best fried chicken in the area for sure. Pleasantly surprised also got some really high quality Moscow Mules to go too. Really a hidden gem for simple supper club style food at a great price.

  • sherry cancelose
    Feb 07, 2026 - 2:56 pm

    While a small town family owned and operated business you will find the cozy atmosphere, good home cooking a must return to dinner spot. It is a local tavern with separate dining are, so belly up to the bar or eat in the comfortable dining area area. Must go off diet and have their homemade onion rings. Their breads and cinnamon rolls homemade. Go, enjoy!

  • Erin Winter
    Jan 26, 2026 - 10:59 am

    Excellent small town eatery. Great local atmosphere and the food is always great. Very friendly service. Best fish fry around here!

  • Emma Routt
    Jan 26, 2026 - 7:29 am

    Small homey feeling place with probably the best fish fry I've had since I left northern Wisconsin 5 years ago. Very reasonably priced. Wonderful menu options for those picky under 5 eaters which was a huge help keeping the toddler happy so mom and dad could eat. Wait staff is attentive and super friendly. Food had that grammas house on a Sunday for brunch taste to it. Definitely will visit again.

  • Shawn Saunders
    Jan 09, 2026 - 7:41 am

    Wonderful food and friendly staff very accommodating and we get our food in a timely manner. We will definitely think about going here again.

  • Sid Kemmis
    Dec 06, 2025 - 11:29 pm

    A great local bar with an informal supper club atmosphere. The dining room is separate from the bar, and your table is set and ready before you're directed to your place. Friday night fish fry is our favorite, but their menu items are great as well.

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