Bulldog is a casual restaurant with great food choices that deliver several twists to traditional menu items.

Great for lunch or dinner, Rock N Grill serves up burgers, hot dogs and chicken sandwiches, many featuring Veterans Q barbecue sauce, another local creation.

The food at Krystal Thai in Crystal Lake is superb, and the restaurant is an enjoyable experience that’s worth the trek even in these uncommon times.

With a number of spicy and filling dishes, Jalsa Bar & Restaurant is the perfect spot for anyone craving flavorful Indian cuisine to warm them up as it gets colder outside.

We enjoyed a stunning lobster ravioli entrée alongside some immaculate specialty pizzas and a bacon-loaded appetizer.

There is no shortage of options at Around The Clock in Crystal Lake. The menu has all kinds of foods, including fresh-baked pies, and you most certainly will not leave hungry.

Everything on the menu looked and sounded delicious. It was a hard choice to make, especially since we both love Mexican food, so we decided to share two combination platters to get a wider sampling of Chilo’s many offerings.

When you have a hankering for barbecue, expectations can be high. The meat needs to be tender and succulent. The sauce should come in a variety, from sweet and tangy to bold and spicy. And don’t forget about the sides.

Handmade tortillas are one of the special touches at La Trinidad on Route 120 in McHenry.