Kelly's Restaurant and Lounge

218 Locust St, Sterling
(815) 625-7969

Recent Reviews

Ron Ziegler

Great service. Wonderful atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Big Money

Guacanachos had a decent flavor to them.... but for ten chips to be charged over 10 dollars isnot worth the money at all.The flautas were not very good. They were priced at over 5 each and very dry, even the sour cream couldn't help it.The beef enchiladas were decent, my daughter enjoyed them.The potato and cheese enchiladas my wife had were good as well... nothing to brag about.The beans and rice stole the show they were both great on their own and mixed together.Maybe I just came on an off day?The lack of atmosphere and interaction from the service crew seals the deal for me though.Back of the house could be heard from the dining area sounded like they were good friends and that's where the action was at!I don't think I'll be spending money here again.Parking: Right out front

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 3

Milton R.

Great bar with excellent food. Especially Mexican food you better go hungry. Orion's are big!!

Martie O.

Kelly's is consistently the best restaurant! Everything they serve is absolutely delicious. Fajita tacos, chicken enchiladas, chicken burrito, shrimp nachos, potato soup-the list goes on and on. Everything on their menu is high quality, fresh, and mouth watering. Kelly's is #1 for our family and has been for decades!

Kelly Wendel

Love this place. It's worth the drive, everything!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Uncle Lou's Dip with Chipa

Marie Tilly

Disappointed they charge $5 for a to go container after you’ve already purchased a meal.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Jake Gerdes

Such an awesome atmosphere, with awesome service, and delicious food! The shredded chicken tacos with cilantro and lime are SOOOO GOOD! Definitely recommend this place!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tasha Selden

Try the uncle lous dip, Buffalo chicken strips, or enchiladas it won't disappoint.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Burrito Grande, Shrimp Taco & Steak Taco, Beef Nacho Supreme, Uncle Lou's Dip with Chipa, Al Pastor Taco, Guacamole, Steak Tacos, Nachos

Free B.

We love Kelly's. One night we drank about six Moscow mules, a piece. My wife, who is very conservative in her social actions was doing donuts on the way home; They just kept pouring for us. They didn't care how much we drank as long as I got a big tip.

Christine melton

I live in Alabama,but always make a point to go to Kelly's when I'm home for a visit because the food, service and everything about it is exceptional!!!Vegetarian options: They will make it the way you like it!Kid-friendliness: Great for kids too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Burrito Grande, Taco Salad, Chicken Fajita Taco, Beef Nacho Supreme, Guacamole, Chicken Quesadilla

Christina McCusker

The BEST flauntas and shrimp nachos!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Perfectly Poured Guinness mmm, Mexikelly Pizza, Chicken Quesadilla, Steak Tacos

w. l.

Such good food here! There's usually a HUGE wait though, making it very crowded.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ryan C.

Best place ever. I would give 10 stars if possible!! Incredible food with amazing atmosphere to match. If Kelly's was around when Jesus had his last supper I'm sure he would have asked Kelly's to cater it.

gloria verhulst

Food always good!! Service is great!! Place is too noisy. Cannot hear to have a conversation. Food a little pricey.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nicky P.

Servings are big and prices are reasonable. They only accept cash though. A little hard to find because they had a fire a while ago and the sign isn't up.

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Kelly's Restaurant and Lounge

218 Locust St, Sterling, IL 61081
(815) 625-7969