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The Difference Is in the Details

Custom Event Catering Allow us to make your special event extraordinary with outstanding food and service. We offer a variety of catering and many options to meet your needs and ďŹ t your budget with uncompromising quality.

SM-ST10359-1027

208 W. 10th Street, Rock Falls, IL Wed - Sun 4:00pm - 8:30pm

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Relax & Enjoy Great Food t h g i n o T e c i v r e &S

SAMPLE A VARIETY OF OUR SPECIALITIES: Chicken Wings | Fried Chicken | Ribs All You Can Eat Walleye Great Selection of Appetizers Homemade Desserts Di Carrnye In, Deliv Out, ery

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Apple River

Rockford

Thomson Fulton

Clinton

Milledgeville

Sterling

Oregon Polo Grand Detour

Sycamore

Rochelle Ashton

Dixon

Morrison

Prophetstown

Byron

Mt. Morris

Chadwick

DeKalb

Franklin Grove

Amboy

Rock Falls Walton

Tampico

Deer Grove Walnut

Sublette

Rock Island Geneseo

Peru

Princeton

Sheffield

La Salle

Bradford

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Whiteside

Winnebago

Stark

Stephenson

Rock Island

Ogle

Putnam

Mercer

Marshall

Lee

Knox

Lasalle

Henry

Jo Daviess

Carroll

Dekalb

Bureau

Boone

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MORRISON

32 & 33 ... The Forest Inn 26............ Happy Joes

AMBOY

MT. CARROLL

CLINTON, IA

OREGON

27............ Sunset Inn

29............ Hillbilly Jack’s 25............ Rastrelli’s

DEER GROVE

37............ Arnie’s Happy Spot

DIXON

Covers ... Angelo’s Pizzeria 20 & 21 ... Angelo’s Pizzeria 39............ Bangkok Gardens 34............ Coty’s Unique Cooking & Catering 18 & 19 ... Galena Steak House 11............ Gingko Tree 26............ Las Palmas 22 & 23 ... Mama Cimino’s 31............ Mr. Tequila Bar & Grill 26 ........... Panda 13............ PatiO’s Irish Pub 13............ Shamrock 35............ That Place on Palmyra

GENESEO

16............ The Cellar

LANARK

10............ Lake Carroll Clubhouse

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8.............. Henry’s Double K 28............ Chili Pepper Grill & Bar

POLO

38............ Dogwood Inn Restaurant 12............ Pinecricker Café 30............ Polo Room

PRINCETON

36............ Prime Quarter Steak House

ROCK FALLS

17............ All American Bar & Grill Covers ... Angelo’s Pizzeria 20 & 21 ... Angelo’s Pizzeria 2 & 3 ....... Brendas Chicken Coop 9.............. Froggy’s

STERLING

Covers ... Angelo’s Pizzeria 20 & 21 ... Angelo’s Pizzeria 29............ Dairy Mart Plus 14 & 15 ... Don’s Seafood & Chicken 27............ Egg’s In Paradise 6 & 7 ....... The Factory 24............ Kelly’s 39............ Mom’s Diner

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Experience big taste in an unforgettable place!

FREE appetizer!

Dine in only. 1 coupon per table.

thefactorypubngrub.com

103 West 3rd Street | Sterling, IL 61081 | 815-548-9550 6

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D DAILY FIONOK & DR S! SPECIAL

Work Hard.

Play Hard.

Grill Hours: Daily 11am-9pm Bar Hours: Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri & Sat 11am-1am

thefactorypubngrub.com

SM-ST10596-1027

103 West 3rd Street | Sterling, IL 61081 | 815-548-9550

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Try our: • Prime rib • Steaks (served 7 nights per week) • Chicken Grady • Our affordable appetizers & more!

Henry’s Double K Phone: 815-244-0180

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Serving Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.

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Burgers, Sandwiches, and More. (equal or lesser value) Dine in only. No cash value.

One per table. Exp. 10/31/17

2215 W. 2nd Street, Rock Falls SM-ST10604-1027

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Ginko Tree

Cafe

216 w. 1st St Dixon

(815)

677-9144

Local, chef inspired, whole foods menu. Breakfast & lunch: from scratch pancakes, soups and breads. House roasted meats, fresh salads with house-made dressings.

Vegan, vegetarian and gluten free items available. Tea room, specialty coffees, fresh baked goods. Full service catering & event space available. Local artisan gift shop.

Located inside Traditional Wellness Center in downtown Dixon.

Open Monday-Saturday, 8am-4pm.

SM-ST10450-1027

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CELEBRATING 15 YEARS IN 2017 KITCHEN HOURS Tues. - Thurs. 11am - 9pm • Fri. 11am - 10pm Sat. 7am - 10pm • Sun. 7am - 2pm • Full Service Bar • 6 Craft Beers on Draught Served Ice Cold • Family Friendly, Cozy Atmosphere • Specializing in Made From Scratch, Whole Unprocessed Foods • Handcut Steaks and Chops • Homemade Pies and Desserts • Full Service Catering, Carryout or Served at your Venue • Breakfast Served Saturday and Sunday Morning 7-11am • Prime Rib Every Saturday Night • Mexican Favorites Every Tuesday

BANQUET ROOM HOLDS 75 PEOPLE

SM-ST10598-1027

Event Experts • Catering Questions Contact Kathy 815-440-0476

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Shamrock Pub Daily Specials & Video Gaming

1/2 off an appetizer with 1 adult meal purchase.

Dine in only. I coupon per table.

Expires December 31st, 2016

1401 Chicago Ave, Dixon, IL 61021 (815) 288-4163

Home of $1 Beer Video Gaming SM-ST08774-1027

222 W. 1st St., Dixon, IL

815-288-2395

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Every Meal Cooked Fresh To Order Feed Your Whole Family For $20

Over 100 Menu Items •Chicken Strips •Chicken Dinners • Fish Dinners • Over 20 Sandwiches and much more Locally Owned & Operated Since 1992

DON’S SEAFOOD & CHICKEN Phone: 815-622-0258 1501 W. 4th St., Sterling

HOURS: MON. - THURS. 10:30AM - 8PM • FRI. 10:30AM - 9PM • SAT. 2PM - 9PM • CLOSED SUNDAY

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DON’S SEAFOOD & CHICKEN & MORE HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 10:30 AM - 8 PM Friday 10:30 AM - 9 PM, Saturday 2 PM - 9 PM, Closed Sunday APPETIZERS & SIDE ORDERS Onion Rings ..................................$3.75 Family Size Onion Rings ...............$5.25 Deep Fried Mushrooms................$4.75 Family Size Mushrooms................$5.95 Deep Fried Cauliflower ................$4.95 Mixed Basket (Combo of above Items) ................$6.95 Deep Fried Corn Nuggets (10).....$5.25 Deep Fried Mozzarella Sticks (6)..$4.95 Cheddar Cheese Curds ...............$4.95 Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers (6).......$5.75 Deep Fried Pickle .........................$0.25 Baked Potato ...............................$1.25 Tater Tots.......................................$2.25 Steak Fries ....................................$1.50 Family Size Steak Fries .................$2.95 Cheese Fries (Add Bacon for extra $1.50) ...........$2.95 Family Size Cheese Fries (Add Bacon - $2.50) ......................$4.25 Chili Cheese Fries (Regular or Family Size) ....... $3.95/$7.95 Bowl of Chili..................................$2.50 SANDWICHES Biggest Tenderloin in Town..........$3.95 Pork Tenderloin.............................$2.95 1/4 lb Hamburger.........................$1.70 1/4 lb Cheeseburger ....................$1.95 1/4 lb Bacon Cheeseburger .........$2.95 1/4 lb Jalapeno Cheeseburger ...............................$2.95 1/4 lb Mushroom & Swiss Burger..............................$2.95 1/4 lb Bacon & Jalapeno Cheeseburger ...............................$3.95 BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger ...........$3.25 Double Hamburger ......................$3.25 Double Cheeseburger..................$3.75 Double Bacon Cheeseburger.......$4.25 Double Jalapeno Cheeseburger..$4.25 Double Mushroom & Swiss Burger..............................$4.25 Double Bacon & Jalapeno Cheeseburger ...............................$4.95 Double BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger ...............................$4.50 Chicken Filet Sandwich (grilled, fried or BBQ)...................$2.95 CBC - Chicken Sandwich w/Bacon & Cheese .......................$4.50 Pork Chop Sandwich ....................$5.50 Fish Sandwich (grilled or fried).......$2.95 Hot Dog .......................................$2.00 Corn Dog ......................................$2.50 Chili Dog .....................................$3.25

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Chili Cheese Dog..........................$3.95 B.L.T...............................................$3.25 Patty Melt .....................................$3.50 Tuna Melt ......................................$3.95 Chili Burger with Onions ..............$4.25 Philly Steak Sandwich...................$6.95 Farmer Phil Sandwich (hot cheese or swiss).......................$5.95 Rueben..........................................$4.25 Corned Beef Sandwich.................$3.75 Oinker - Tenderloin w/bacon & cheese ........................$4.50 Big Oinker - Big Tenderloin w/bacon & cheese ........................$5.50 KID’S MENU Chicken Leg with Fries .................$2.95 1 piece of Fish with Fries..............$2.95 Grilled Cheese with Fries .............$2.95 2 Chicken Strips with Fries...........$3.50 EXTRAS Slice of Cheese (American, Swiss, Pepper Jack).......$0.50 Extra dressing, sauce or sour cream................................$0.75 Cup of Cheese (Small/Large) ....................... $1.00/$2.00 Pint of Cole Slaw or Macaroni Salad .......................................................$3.00 SEAFOOD DINNERS (All dinners include your choice of cole slaw, macaroni salad or cottage cheese and choice of steak fries, tater tots or baked potato) 2 pc Alaskan Pollack (fresh batter dipped) ........................$5.95 3 pc Alaskan Pollack (fresh batter dipped) ........................$6.95 Fantail Shrimp - 5 pieces ..............$7.75 Popcorn Shrimp............................$6.50 Clam Strips....................................$6.25 Seafood Platter (combination of above)..................$10.50 Whole Catfish Dinner ...................$7.95 Catfish Filet Dinner.......................$9.25 CHICKEN DINNERS - FRESH BATTER DIPPED (All dinners include your choice of cole slaw macaroni salad or cottage cheese and choice of steak fries, tater tots or baked potato) 1/2 Chicken...................................$7.95 2 pc Chicken .................................$5.95 3 pc Chicken .................................$6.95 3 Leg Dinner .................................$5.95 4 Wing Dinner...............................$6.25 3 pc Chicken Strips.......................$6.95 5 pc Chicken Strips.......................$7.95

14 pc Chicken OR Chicken Strips, Family Size Steak Fries, 1 pt Slaw OR Macaroni Salad.....$16.95 Extra Charge for ALL White Meat SPECIALITY DINNERS (All dinners include your choice of cole slaw macaroni salad or cottage cheese and choice of steak fries, tater tots or baked potato) Two-fer (2 pc Fish & 4 Fantail)........$7.95 Three-some (2 Fish, 2 Strips, 3 Fantail)...............$8.95 Four-Some (2 pc dark chicken & 2 pc fish).......$8.95 Chicks Ahoy (2 chicken strips & 2 pc fish) ...........$7.50 Hamburger Steak topped w/mushrooms & onions................$6.95 JUST FISH OR CHICKEN 9 pieces of Fish.............................$9.95 9 pieces of Chicken.......................$9.95 12 pieces of Fish.........................$11.95 12 pieces of Chicken! .................$11.95 10 Hot Chicken Wings..................$8.95 10 Chicken Strips..........................$9.95 Extra Charge for ALL White Meat MEXICAN SPECIALITIES Beef Taco Salad.............................$6.95 Chicken Taco Salad.......................$7.50 Beef & Cheese Nachos.................$6.95 BIGGEST BURRITOS IN TOWN includes beans, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions with sour cream and salsa on the side Ground Beef .................................$7.25 Chicken .........................................$8.25 SALADS Chicken Salad (grilled or deep fried Chicken)........$6.95 Garden Salad ................................$2.95 Cup of Cole Slaw, Macaroni or Cott. Cheese ............$1.00 DESSERTS Deep fried Milky Way or Twinkie......................................$2.00 Funnel Cake Fries .........................$2.95 BEVERAGES Can of Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Dew or Diet Dew..........................$0.50 Coffee ...........................................$1.00 Shakes (Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry)........ $1.75/$2.25 Iced Tea or Lemonade..................$1.50 Malts (Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry)........ $1.95/$2.75 Prices Subject to Change SM-ST09829-1027

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Prime Perfection...

“Food Worth Traveling For”

Serving the area since 1960

Monday – Closed Tues-Thurs 5-9pm Fri-Sat – 5-10pm Sunday – 5-9pm

137 S. State St. Geneseo, IL

309-944-2177

www.thecellar.info

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Banquet/Conference Center Need Space for a …………

Wedding, Reunion, Business Meeting, Birthday Party, or even Holidays?

Contact Roxanne (815)626-5500

Maximum Capacity of 300 and a Variety of Amazing Venue to choose from!

Adult Gaming Kids Gaming Pool Table Juke Box Free WiFi

2105 1st Avenue, Rock Falls Great Food!

(815)626-5500 Sauk Valley Media

OPEN

11 A.M•10P.M

Sunday Thru

Saturday Dine-In or Carry-Out

FREE Appetizer

With purchase of 2 or more Entrees (Limit 1 per table) Redeemable with This Ad Certain Appetizers May Apply

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Monday - Thursday 4PM - 9PM Friday & Saturday 4PM - 10PM Sunday 11AM - 9PM At Galena Steak House … we are happy to say we use the choice meats and the better quality of food products to produce our meals for our Customers.

Care is taken to make sure each meal is prepared, and cooked to perfection … allowing our Customers to have an enjoyable dining experience each time they dine with us.

Gluten free meals available!

1101 N. Galena Ave. Dixon, IL 61021

815-285-1625 SM-ST09847-1027

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At Galena Steak House … having satisfied Customers … is the best thing we could ask for.

Enjoy the “Sports Atmosphere” of our Sports Bar and the complements of a full bar selection catering to your taste. Eating your meal in the Full Bar Area, or at the Bar, is to your choosing.

Enjoy the mood and atmosphere of our beautiful Open Area Dining fireplace as you dine with us. The warmth and soothing enrichment provided by this Fireplace will have you returning for another enjoyable dining experience with us.

1101 N. Galena Ave. • Dixon, IL 61021

815-285-1625 Sauk Valley Media

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MENU Baby 10” - Small 12” Large 14” - Extra Large 16” Pepperoni - Sausage - Hamburger - Canadian Bacon Sliced Beef - Real Bacon - Cheese - Mushroom Green Pepper Onion - Sauerkraut - Black or Green Olives - Tomato Hot Peppers - Jalapeño

Angelo’s 815-625-5163 Angelo’s II 2525E.Lincolnway, Sterling

815-625-5451 Angelo’s III 800 North Galena Avenue, Dixon

815-285-0055

Angelo’s Delivery 1804 Locust Street, Sterling

815-625-5000

SPECIALTY PIZZA

608 12th Avenue, Rock Falls

Chicken Bacon Barbecue Pizza

Seasoned chicken breast strips, hickory smoked bacon and mozzarella cheese, then drizzled with thick, rich, sweet, and smoky barbecue sauce

Taco Pizza

Seasoned ground beef topped with lettuce, tomato, cheddar and mozzarella cheese, taco chips, sour cream and taco sauce

Bacon Cheeseburger

Real bacon and hamburger topped with cheddar and mozzarella cheese

Special

Sausage, pepperoni, green pepper, mushroom, tomato and onion

Spaghetti

Our deep dish crust, spread with red meat sauce, heaped with noodles and more meat sauce, smothered with mozzarella cheese and topped with bits of sausage and baked to a golden brown

Mac and Cheese

Our regular crust loaded with Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, covered with mozzarella and baked to a golden brown

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza

Seasoned chicken breast strips, real bacon buried under mozzarella cheese, then topped with lettuce and drizzled with Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

HOME OF THE ORIGINAL SPAGHETTI PIZZA

www.angelospizzeria.net

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ANGELO’S II & IIII Appetizers Garlic Bread Bruschetta Mozzarella Sticks White Cheddar Cheese Curds

Sandwiches Italian Beef Italian Hamburger Italian Cheeseburger Italian Sausage Italian Sub

Canneloni Bites Fried Pickles Hot Wings (Buffalo Style & Hot Tabasco) Fried Mushrooms Spinach Artichoke Dip Chicago Style Roast Beef Meatball Sandwich Hot Ham & Cheese Chicken Bacon Club Chicken Parmesan Club Rope Sausage & Beef Sandwich

Pasta Spaghetti Mostaccioli Lasagna

Ravioli Fettuccine Alfedo Spinach Artichoke Ravioli

Lunch 11am - 1:30pm Daily Featuring an all-you-can-eat Salad Bar and Pasta Buffet Pasta Crock Mini Lunch Pizza Lunch Lasagna

Angelo’s Delivery Pizza, Pasta, Sandwiches and Salads Conveniently located Carry out or have it delivered right to your door For Fast Convenient Delivery Call 815-625-5000

Our original location, Rock Falls, is still sure to please.

Dine-In or Carryout • Call 815-625-5163 *some items not available at all locations Sauk Valley Media

SM-ST10595-1027

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Di In • Carry Out • Delivery Dine Catering • Banquet Room

Pizza • Pasta • Sandwiches Salads • Appetizers Gluten-free Pizza • Pasta Chicken Strips

WEEKLY SPECIALS

Call to ur Book Yoy Holida ! w Party No

MONDAY Chicken Strip Buffet 5-8pm $8.99 All you can eat!

WEDNESDAY BBQ Buffet Our Banquet Room is available for your next event!

5-8pm $8.99 All you can eat!

WE CATER! FRIDAY Fish Buffet

$8.99 5-9pm All you can eat!

TUESDAY Taco Tuesday

All day Tacos, Taco Salads, Quesadillas, Idaho Nachos

THURSDAY

Chicken Strips, Fries, Popcorn Chicken & Mac N Cheese Buffet All you can eat!

Kids Eat $.99

SATURDAY Chef’s Choice Starts at 5pm

SUNDAY Breakfast Buffet

9am-1pm $6.99 All you can eat!

815-288-4448 104 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon Sunday-Thursday 11am-11pm Friday & Saturday 11am-2am

PIZZA & SALAD BAR LUNCH BUFFET Mon.-Fri. 11am-1:30pm $6.99 All you can eat!

SM-ST09840-1027

Seats up to 100

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MAMA CIMINO’S MENU *Does not contain all items on the menu

BUY ONE, GET 2ND HALF OFF

$25 OFF

Medium One Topping Pizza

Rental Fee of Banquet Room

Coupon must be presented at time of purchase. Dine In or Carry Out Only.

Coupon expires Oct. 31, 2017

Coupon must be presented at time of purchase. Offer expires Oct. 31, 2017

FREE Onion Rings with Dine In purchase

FAMILY

MEAL DEAL Hurricane - 2 topping Pizza 10 Chicken Strips or Wings 2 Liter Pop

$34.99 ($50 Value)

Coupon must be presented at time of purchase. Dine In or Carry Out Only.

Coupon expires Oct. 31, 2017

Coupon must be presented at time of purchase. Dine In or Carry Out Only.

Coupon expires Oct. 31, 2017

$14.99

BUY ONE,

Bucket of Spaghetti, 6 Breadsticks and 2 Liter Pop ($22 Value)

Lunch or Dinner Buffet

Coupon must be presented at time of purchase. Dine In or Carry Out Only.

Coupon expires Oct. 31, 2017

Coupon must be presented at time of purchase. Dine In or Carry Out Only.

Coupon expires Oct. 31, 2017

Get ONE HALF OFF

Also offer breakfast items and a buffet Sunday thru Saturday and Gluten-free: Pizza, Pasta, Chicken Strips Sauk Valley Media

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Kelly’s y “The FFriendly “Th i dl Pl Place to Eat & Drink!”

Featuring Fine Mexican Food & American Favorites

Don’t Forget To Try A Kelly’s Margarita We feature Guinness, Harp, & Craft Beers on tap

A Few of Kelly’s Specialties: • Kelly’s Own Guacanachos • • 1/2 lb. Burgers with All the Trimmings • • Fajitas • Tacos • Burritos • • Enchiladas and more • • Fantastic Buffalo Wings & Strips • • Shrimp Tacos • Uncle Lou’s Dip •

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER 218 Locust, Sterling, IL

Restaurant Hours: Monday - Thursday 11am-9pm Friday 11am-10pm; Saturday 10am-10pm Bar Hours: Monday - Saturday 8am-1am; Closed Sunday

SM-ST09846-1027

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Make it an Italian Night!

BRING THIS MAGAZINE INTO THE RESTAURANT &

RECEIVE

5 OFF A LARGE PIZZA

$

Not valid on holidays, towards tax & tip, cannot combine with any other promotions or specials.

Offer Expires October 31st, 2017

238 Main Ave, Clinton (563) 242-7441 www.rastrellis.com SM-ST10599-1027

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Who says you can’t please everyone?

ORDER ONLINE AT HAPPYJOES.COM

GOOD TIMES TO BE TOGETHER! 109 9W W. M Main i SSt., M Morrison i 815-772-7840

PANDA

Mon-Thurs 11am - 10pm Fri & Sat 11am - 11pm Sun 4-10pm

Chinese Restaurant

Dine-In & & Take Dine-In TakeOut Out Catering Available Catering Available Tel: 815-288-2288 208 Keul Road • Dixon 208(Next Keulto Road • Dixon Tel: 815-288-2288 815-288-2588 Walmart) (Next to Walmart) Mon-Thur: 10:30am - 10:00pm • Fri & Sat: 10:30am - 10:30pm • Sun: 11:30am - 9:30pm

815-288-2588

www.dixonpanda.com Mon-Thur: 10:30am - 10:00pm • Fri & Sat: 10:30am - 10:30pm • Sun: 11:30am - 9:30pm 26

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Daily Specials Breakfast served all day Daily soup specials Homestyle cooking Fresh & made to order

1578 Us Highway 30 & 52 Amboy Phone number: (815) 857-3482 Monday 6:30 am-2 pm Tuesday-Sunday 6:30 am-8pm

SM-ST10451-1027

Serving the area since 1997

Eggs In

Paradise Family Restaurant

Serving Breakfast and Lunch Daily Dinner Friday & Saturday only Hrs: Sun - Thurs. 6 am - 3pm Fri. and Sat. 6 am - 8pm

3506 East Lincolnway Sterling, IL 61081

815-564-0735

SM-ST09842-1027

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Open Sundays during football season

the

CHILE pepper Grill & Bar

Your Dine-In Destination

Wings, Burgers & More!

Nightly Specials

8 1 5 7 3 2 1 5 8 3

Over 55 Varieties of Beer 6 Craft Draft Beers Available Lunch Fri 11:30-2:30

Dinner nner Tue - Satt 4:30 4:30-9pm 9pm

416 W. Washington St. Oregon, IL

(Rt. 64)

SM-ST10381-1027

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More Than Just BBQ...

Enjoy our award winning Real Pit BBQ & more!

Steak • Pork Ribs • Seafood Burgers •Tenderloins All You Can Eat Fish Fry Fridays & Saturdays 4-10pm

SM-ST09198-1027

Dine-In, Carry Out & Delivery Catering Available for Any Occasion!

$5.00 OFF

a $30 purchase

Can not be combined with any other offer Expires October 31st, 2017

1516 Camanche Avenue, Clinton, IA hillbillyjacksbbq.com 563-242-JACK(5225) Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm | Fri & Sat 11am-10pm | Sun 11am-8pm

Mart Plus

Mexican, American & Asian Food

5 Items $6.84 Daily Dine In, Drive Thru, Carry Out

TTACO ACO TUESDAYS TUESDAYS

$1.25 Unlimited ea.

11-9 Monday-Saturday Closed Sunday 312 16th Ave., Sterling • 815-626-1737(Across from Lincoln Park) Sauk Valley Media

SM-ST09831-1027

• Banquet Room • Catering • Food Truck For More Information, Call 815-501-2901

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The Polo Room 712 N. Division St., Polo 815-946-2886

Present this coupon to receive up to

$10 MATCH PLAY ON VIDEO GAMING

One of the largest ABSINTHE collections in the state!

Limit one coupon per day, per customer. Only original ads will be honored, no photo copies.

Expires 10/31/2017

Polo Room Menu

Beer Dip.................................. $3.00 Mini Tacos .............................. $4.00 Cheese Curds........................ $4.00 Jalapeno Cheese Curds...... $4.00 Fresh Cut French Fries........... $2.00 Fresh Baked Bread (Friday).. $2.00 Day Old Bread (Sat/Sun) ..... $1.00 Small $5.00 Large $10

House Specials

Tacos (Soft or Hard Shell).. $3.00ea Chicken Strips ........................ $6.00 with fries ............................. $7.00 Friday Night Dinner Special ... $15/20

Desserts

Ask Server for dessert choice.... $2.50

Free In-Town Delivery available

FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

MEAT LOAF DINNER Home style meat loaf with mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetable and dessert. Served with oven fresh bread. 15.00

Appetizers

Pizza

THE POLO ROOM FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER SPECIALS

712 N. DIvision Ave Polo, IL 61064 815-946-2886

SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

ST. LOUIS RIBS St. Louis Ribs with baked beans, coleslaw and dessert. Served with oven fresh bread. 15.00

THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

PRIME RIB OR BEEF TENDERLOIN Prime Rib or Beef Tenderloin with Au Gratin Potatoes, Au Jus vegetable, and dessert. Served with oven baked bread. 20.00

FOURTH FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

PORK LOIN ROAST OR BREADED PORK LOINS Pork loin roast

by Tera or breaded pork loins with mashed potatoes, gravy, and vegetable. Served with oven fresh bread. 15.00

FIFTH FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

ALL YOU CAN EAT CHICKEN STRIPS Freshly hand battered

chicken strips, fresh cut french fries and dessert. Served with oven fresh bread. 10.00

HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS

THURSDAY, FRIDAY, AND SATURDAY 5PM-8PM SUNDAY 12PM-2PM

50 Cent Drafts, $1.50 domestic Bottle Beer, $2.00 Well Drinks, $3.00 Call Drinks

OPEN: Thursday thru Saturday • 5pm - 1am SM-ST09865-1027

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Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Mmmmargaritas!

Slot Machines

Join Us On Mondays for 99¢ Margaritas!

5 off purchase of $35 or more

$

Valid Thru May 2017

844 N. Galena Ave., Dixon, IL 61021 Phone: 815-677-9280

Sunday - Thursday: 11am – 9pm Friday & Saturday: 11am – 10pm Special Food Requests Can Be Accommodated. Please Call Ahead.

Banquet Room & Catering Available. Call for more information or reservations.

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COME DINE

At The Area’s #1 Restaurant

The

Forest Inn

20657 Lincoln Highway Morrison

815-772-4557 Hours: Tues-Sat. 4-10; Sun. 4-9, Closed Monday SM-ST09864-1027

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OUR story Forest Inn,

A Great American Steakhouse offering extensive choices of Classic American fare, including only the finest USDA aged steaks and chops, seafood and daily specials to compliment one of the best salad bars in the area. Forest Inn has been serving the areas finest food and spirits since 1934. Many of our staff have been greeting regular patrons for over a decade.

Forest Inn is a warm and inviting place where many celebrations are enjoyed, we can accommodate a family gathering or a large celebration. We are perfect for a night to get away and just enjoy the great atmosphere.

Our party room can host birthdays, anniversaries, retirement parties, class reunions, family reunions, wedding rehearsals, office parties or any reason you may need to come to the Forest Inn. We can also host luncheons and large parties in the afternoons.

Please inquire with the Forest Inn manager.

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20657 Lincoln Highway Morrison

815-772-4557 815 81 8 1 772 4557 15 Hours: Tues-Sat. 4-10; Sun. 4-9, Closed Monday

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Quality Fresh Food For Your Special Event!

YOU HAVE A BUDGET I HAVE A PLAN!

Catering for weddings, corporate events, parties, and other special occasions.

On-site personal chef available for all of your special events.

Monthly ďŹ ve course dinners featuring global cuisine.

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Our private room is perfect for business meetings, rehearsal dinners, baby showers, birthday parties, or any other special event. We can comfortably accommodate 30-40 people in our private room. Double sliding doors open into a warm, spacious room that provides a private atmosphere for you and your guests. We are happy to work with you to customize a menu that ďŹ ts your group!

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Princeton

250 Backbone Road East (815) 872-3500 Major credit cards welcome

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Great Steak!

Great Fun! Share the fun of turning your choice of one of our nine cuts of USDA Choice Beef- or our fresh Daily Seafood Selection - into the mouthwatering masterpiece only you can prepare.

Every Prime Quarter entree comes with our generous All You Can Eat Salad Bar, Baked Potato and our famous Texas Toast.

This is how great fun, food and friends come together!

“Grill your own” ...tonight!

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Arnie’s Happy Spot Ballroom & Reception Center Full Service Restaurant & Carry-Out

Years of experience in Wedding Receptions...

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Fish & Seafood Cook’s Specialties Children’s Plate Appetizers Pizza, Sandwiches Potatoes, Salads

Banquet Room Available!

Weddings Class Reunions Birthday Parties Anniversaries Family Reunions Business Meetings

815-438-5282

Rt. 40 South, Deer Grove, IL

DinnerHours:5-8:30pmWed.&Thurs.

5-9pmFri •4-9pmSat•4-8:30pmSun. ClosedonMon&Tue LunchHours:11-1:30FridayOnly

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10 Minutes South of Rock Falls

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In the mood for some comfort food?

Open 7 Days A Week Banquet Facility Available

Serving Breakfast Lunch & Dinner Sunday Buffet 11am-2pm

Catering For All Occasions

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DOGWOOD INN Restaurant

Mon-Thurs 6am-7pm • Fri-Sat 6am-8pm • Sun 7am-2pm 2452 N. IL Rt. 26, Polo 815-946-2499 (Rt 64 & Rt 26 Meet) SM-ST10388-1027

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Bangkok Gardens

Asian Cuisine

JJapanese p Sushi Bar

Serving all your favorite Asian dishes and the freshest Sushi & Sashimi Also serving Beer & Wine!

815-677-9038

Mon. - Thurs. 11:30 am - 9:00 pm • Friday 11:30 am - 9:30 pm Closed Saturdays and Sundays

Dine In • Carry Out • Delivery

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BREAKFAST & LUNCH Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice

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Angelo’s

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608 12th Avenue, 2525 E. Lincolnway, 800 North Galena 1804 Locust Street, Sterling Rock Falls Sterling Avenue, Dixon

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