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Taco Bell

Taco Bell

4.3
(3k+)
• Mexican • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 11.7 mi • 45 min
Farther away
"they always get my order right! food is always hot and quality. there are other taco bells that are not nearly as reliable. props to all the people that work at this location"
"The Chocolate Fudge & Caramel Empanadas were inedible. The caramel one was as hard as a rock but the filling we decent. The chocolate fudge one was also hard as a rock but had virtually no filling. We couldn't even swallow it and ended up throwing it away."
Chicken Quesadilla
A large flour tortilla filled with a blend of mozzarella, pepperjack, and cheddar cheeses, grilled, marinated all-white-meat chicken, Creamy Jalapeño sauce, and grilled to perfection. (490 cal.)
$8.5
Crunchwrap Supreme®
A warm flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, a crispy tostada shell, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and reduced-fat sour cream folded into our signature Crunchwrap form and grilled to go (530 cal.)
$8.16
Grilled Cheese Burrito
A warm flour tortilla with seasoned beef, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, seasoned rice, crunchy fiesta strips, Creamy Chipotle sauce, reduced-fat sour cream, and a blend of mozzarella, pepperjack, and cheddar cheeses with even more cheese grilled on the top. (690 cal.)
$8.15
Beefy 5-Layer Burrito
A warm flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, refried beans, reduced-fat sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese with a layer of warm Nacho Cheese sauce wrapped around it. (490 cal.)
$5.69
Wendy's

Wendy's

4.2
(4k+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 5.0 mi • 32 min
"food was delicious and hot!! , chicken sammich was filling and the lettuce and onion tested fresh , most def would order again"
"**⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – “Wendy’s, but Make It Pokémon!”** Okay, I don’t usually leave reviews, but this Wendy’s deserves it. I stopped by expecting the usual fast-food experience, and instead walked into what can only be described as a *Pokémon crossover event*. Right away, I was greeted by **Chansey** at the counter—super friendly, all smiles, and somehow made me feel like my hunger points were about to be fully restored. Behind her, **Charizard** was absolutely *owning* the grill. You could smell that perfect flame-grilled goodness the moment you stepped in. I ordered the **Mighty Miltank Melt**, and I swear, it’s the best burger I’ve ever had at a Wendy’s—or anywhere, honestly. Juicy, smoky, and perfectly balanced with melty cheese and crisp lettuce. My friend got the **Snorlax Stack**, which looked like a full-on boss battle to finish, but he powered through and said it was “super effective.” The staff is a bit... unique. **Psyduck** forgot my drink at first but looked so confused and apologetic I couldn’t even be mad. **Meowth** tried to upsell me some kind of “premium ketchup,” which I’m pretty sure was just regular ketchup in a fancier packet, but points for effort. The whole place has this fun, electric vibe—**Jolteon** keeps the lights bright and zappy, and there’s a **Jigglypuff** in the corner humming while cleaning tables (just don’t let her start singing if you have places to be). By the end of my meal, **Bulbasaur** brought out a little berry parfait “on the house,” and I left feeling like I’d just won a gym badge in customer satisfaction. **TL;DR:** * 🍔 Burgers: 10/10 * ⚡ Staff: Adorable chaos * 🌿 Atmosphere: Fun, lively, and weirdly wholesome * 🧾 Overall: I’d battle anyone for another round here If every Wendy’s ran like this one, I’d never eat anywhere else."
Burger King

Burger King

4.2
(700+)
• Burgers • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 7.3 mi • 35 min
"This is my new favorite breakfast sandwich in the world! It tastes so good and is hearty and is always hot, delicious, nourishing, and satisfying!"
"Food was bomb warm sausage had , a loooot of flavor, frenchtoast sticks were on point and hasheows cooked perfectly ! Wish I wouldve gotten my coffee though that wouodve been a cherryon top but still good ! "
Whopper Meal
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. **Weight based on pre-cooked patty. *Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$14.77
Bacon King Meal
Two 1/4 lb* flame-grilled beef patties with crispy bacon, melted American cheese, ketchup, and creamy mayonnaise on a toasted sesame seed bun. *Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
$16.1
Original Chicken Sandwich
Lightly breaded chicken topped with crisp lettuce and creamy mayonnaise on a sesame seed bun.
$7.09
Whopper
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. **Weight based on pre-cooked patty. *Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$8.43
Wing Snob

Wing Snob

4.7
(200+)
• American • Barbecue & Smokehouse
$0 delivery fee • 10.2 mi • 43 min
"Delicious, generous portion and fresh cauliflower."
"6pc Boneless w honey bbq cornbread comes w two small pieces per one bar"
10pc Traditional
Fresh, never frozen, deep fried bone-in wings. Includes a mix of flats and drums tossed in your favorite sauce.
$18.7
10pc Boneless
Fresh, never frozen, boneless wings lightly dusted with our signature breading.
$15.27
Pepsi Fountain Drinks
Pepsi Fountain Drink. Choose from Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Starry or Mountain Dew.
$3.52
6pc Traditional
Fresh, never frozen, deep fried bone-in wings. Includes a mix of flats and drums tossed in your favorite sauce.
$13.78
Marco's Pizza

Marco's Pizza

4.5
(3k+)
• Pizza • Chicken Wings
$0 delivery fee • 10.0 mi • 47 min
"Marco's pizza is always good, especially with their garlic Parmesan crust. But I must say, Marco's chicken wings are frekin delicious. Some of the best we've had. Thank you!"
"Okay, I see why the wonderful hype about Marcos Pizza. So delicious, from the thin crust or original which we had both, to the sauce, ingredients and overall Pizza! We had the NY style thin crust where you can fold it in and go for it! Wonderful! Will order in or delivery again and again."
Build Your Own
Choose size, choice of crust style, sauce, and your favorite toppings
$16.1
Pepperoni Magnifico®
Pepperoni, Old World Pepperoni®, romesan seasoning, our original sauce and three fresh signature cheeses
$15.88
CheezyBread
Our hand-made dough baked with our three fresh signature cheeses and garlic sauce, served with a side of our original pizza sauce and ranch
$6.68
The Big Cheese
Our original sauce and three fresh signature cheeses, plus cheddar and shaved parmesan, topped with our parmesan cheese crust topper
$15
The Burger Den

The Burger Den

4.4
(400+)
• Burgers • American
$0 delivery fee • 10.0 mi • 53 min
Farther away
"The Vibe with mushrooms burger was delicious! The onions were perfectly carmelized and the garlic mushrooms were flavorful. This is my new favortie menu item to order from here! Absolutely amazing!!!"
"super juicy and flavorful. The seasoned fries were crunchy and full of flavor. Burger was the perfect size. I would 100% order again!!"
Build Me Up Burger
Build the way you want it. Lettuce, tomato, red onions and pickles included.
$16.39
Wake & Bacon Burger
A 100% beef burger with hash browns, an egg*, bacon and American cheese on a brioche bun.
$17.44
Spill the Bourbon Burger
A 100% beef burger topped with White Cheddar cheese, bacon, sautéed mushrooms, fire-roasted bell peppers & onions, bourbon sauce, lettuce, tomato, red onions and pickles on a brioche bun.
$16.98
Double the Fun Burger
Two 100% beef burgers topped with American cheese, caramelized onions and All-American sauce on a brioche bun.
$15.96
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

4.0
(5k+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee
"I was given the wrong pie but as always the red beans and rice and the spicy chicken sandwich was Elite. "
"Both kinds of chicken sandwich were over fried over cooked. Greasy that tasted old Very bad quality and taste"
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
A juicy chicken breast fillet marinated in Popeyes seasonings, hand battered and breaded in our buttermilk system, fried until golden brown. Sandwiched between two buttery toasted brioche buns, topped with our barrel cured pickle slices and spicy mayo.
$7.31
4Pc Signature Chicken
4 pieces of our signature chicken, marinated for 12hrs in our traditional savory Louisiana herbs and seasonings then battered up with our crunchy southern coating and fried until golden brown.
$14.09
Classic Chicken Sandwich
A juicy chicken breast fillet marinated in Popeyes seasonings, hand battered and breaded in our buttermilk system, fried until golden brown. Sandwiched between two buttery toasted brioche buns, topped with our barrel cured pickle slices and classic mayo.
$7.34
Homestyle Mac & Cheese
Homestyle Mac & Cheese made with real butter and cream, topped with shredded cheese and baked until golden brown.
$6.71
Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle Mexican Grill

4.3
(1k+)
• Mexican • Bowls
$0 delivery fee
"Guacamole is black and bag of chips is almost empty."
"Burrito was not well wrapped in the tinfoil and was poking out a little. This was the same the last time I ordered, otherwise very yummy and will order again "
Burrito Bowl
Your choice of freshly grilled meat or sofritas served in a delicious bowl with rice, beans, or fajita veggies, and topped with guac, salsa, queso blanco, sour cream or cheese.
$16.29
Burrito
Your choice of freshly grilled meat or sofritas wrapped in a warm flour tortilla with rice, beans, or fajita veggies, and topped with guac, salsa, queso blanco, sour cream or cheese.
$16.11
Chips
Cheese in a Flour Tortilla with your choice of meat, sofritas or fajita veggies and three included sides.
$2.63
Chips & Queso Blanco
Your choice of freshly grilled meat, sofritas, or guacamole, and up to five toppings served in a soft or hard-shell tortilla.
$6.41
Little Tokyo

Little Tokyo

4.1
(30+)
• Asian Fusion • Japanese
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
2 Entrèe 2 Sides
Made with 100% fruit.
$15.71
Fruit Waters
Served with 2 sides.
$6.74
Side Chicken with Rice
Small plate.
$9.94
Spicy Shrimp
3 sides.
$18.36
Teriyaki Madness

Teriyaki Madness

4.6
(1k+)
• Chinese • Asian Fusion
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"I just ordered from a place called Teryaki Madness. Their bowls are big. You pick two meats and can have them on rice or veggies. I chose veggies. Very delicious. I also ordered crab Rangoon. First time I ever tasted what crab Rangoon is supposed to taste like. All other places might put a teaspoon of the crabby mixture inside of a thick egg roll wrap. Sooo good."
"First time ordering and it was delicious. I definitely prefer the Mad Spicy Chicken Teriyaki Bowl over the Steak Teriyaki Bowl. The chicken was tender and crispy on the edges. Was like rib tips and perfect Asian bbq chicken combined. Will order this again for sure. Steak was a bit salty and not nearly as flavorful. Rangoons not typical but very tasty. Will order them again as well. "
Chicken Teriyaki Bowl
This is it. The Hall of Famer. The MVP of Teriyaki. Marinated, hand-trimmed, fresh, all-natural grilled chicken thigh served with our house-made teriyaki sauce. Add some white rice, brown rice, fried rice or noodles and stir-fried veggies. So good, you have to give us a little money to get it.
$15.59
Two Protein Bowl- Large Size Only
Can't settle on just one type of protein? Choose 2 of your favorites in this bowl! Comes with 4oz of each protein.
$21.87
Crab Rangoons
Crab and cream cheese wontons served with house-made sweet & sour sauce.
$7.21
Spicy Chicken Teriyaki Bowl
A crowd favorite. Our fresh chicken teriyaki is stir-fried in our signature house-made spicy sauce and placed upon some white rice, brown rice, fried rice or noodles and stir-fried veggies. More flavor than heat. Warning: highly addictive. This is THE staff favorite!
$16.6
Harolds Chicken-ZION

Harolds Chicken-ZION

4.0
(100+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Baddie turn fatty im addicted so fresh and it the REAL DEAL"
"Mild sauce taste off"
Wings Dinner
(2 wings & 2 breasts)
$14.68
Pizza Puff
(2 legs & 2 thighs)
$6.31
Wing Bucket ( 12 ,18,24 WINGS)
(1 leg & 1 thigh)
$25.21
Tenders
(1 wing & 1 breast)
$12.87
MelKat’s - 7943 Sheridan Rd

MelKat’s - 7943 Sheridan Rd

4.8
(600+)
• American • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
Trending
"The taste was fabulous! Not too greasy. cooked to perfection. The portions were satisfying. Not over loaded, not scrimped! That food was FRESH! How do I know? Super sensitive stomach. I can tell when food is being cooked in older oil, on grills and griddles that are not being cleaned regularly! This may sound weird, but MelKats must be on top of clean, I can taste it. I had The Yiannis* and let me tell you, I was full, and in no pain after I ate it! the meat and pita were not greasy, no wilted veggies. My son had Build Your Own Smash Burger* , he loved it! the husband had Wisconsin Cheesy Beef* . He was happy with his as well. I would reorder everything! Yes, a skosh pricey, but I'm going to say, I can taste where the extra dollars go. I'm a fan."
"2nd Review. Delicious! Again, Portions are great. If you can finish it all in one sitting, excellent. If not, because the quality and freshness of their food is top notch, reheating is not a problem. While not fancy,the packaging is practical.The husband and I re-heated our Build Your Own Smash Burger* several times. The fries, again I believe they change their oil regularly or keep it clean. I caught some extra flavor on the fries, it was not offensive and did not cause me any discomfort. I doubt too many other people would have caught it. Again, the main food was not swimming in grease and I tasted no cross contamination. The Burger tasted exactly as it should. That was my first Smash Burger. I'd definitely order it again. This will be my last review unless I order something new. I hope you find it helpful."
Build Your Own Smash Burger*
Two beef patties, smashed with griddled minced onions, on a toasted brioche bun with American cheese, garlic-herb spread, chopped bacon, MelKat's signature sauce, carmelized onion, lettuce, and pickles
$11.18
MelKat's Smash Burger*
White Cheddar Cheese Curds
$13.92
Shake*
Choice of dipping sauce.
$6.76
White Cheddar Cheese Curds*
Large Portion of Fresh Cut Fries with Nacho Cheese and Chopped Bacon
$8.4
RamenYa

RamenYa

4.8
(200+)
• Japanese • Korean
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"K-BBQ Bulgogi Bowl is delicious with a good amount of ingredients, and this is me ordering it for the fourth time."
"I absolutely love this place and highly recommend! The flavors phenomenal and the quality is always amazing! I could eat here every day! My favorite is the Spicy Tonkotsu and the Gyoza! Perfection each time! The portion is also shareable! And the meat, yummy! <3 If you have been thinking about trying it, do it! Thank me later!"
Spicy Tonkotsu
Our fan-favorite creamy homemade Tonkotsu broth cranked up with spicy oil, spicy paste, and spicy onion crunch for a fiery, umami-packed bowl. Topped with pork chashu, marinated egg, bean sprouts, and garlic oil.
$19.46
Gyoza
Steamed dumplings filled with a savory mixture of ground meat and vegetables, wrapped in a delicate, thin wrapping topped with melted cheese.
$6.99
Tonkotsu
Our signature Tonkotsu broth is hours in the making — a rich, creamy pork bone broth with bold depth and a satisfying milky finish. Topped with 2 pcs pork chashu, wood ear mushrooms, bean sprouts, marinated egg, and garlic oil.
$18.3
Spicy Miso
A bold, warming miso ramen with spicy oil and spicy onion crunch layered into a savory miso and homemade Tonkotsu broth — hearty, flavorful, and satisfying. Topped with Pork chashu, marinated egg, corn, and vegetables.
$19.63
Pizza Hut

Pizza Hut

4.6
(500+)
• Pizza • Chicken Wings
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"big dinner box is perfect for our family. we love the customization of both pizza separately. The boneless wings are so good also."
"Pizza wasn't well done the wings were great but the pizza was sloppy and the crust in the middle still seemed uncooked. We couldn't even eat the pizza!"
Create Your Own Pizza
Be the Picasso of your next pizza night. Choose from our awesome ingredients and crusts. Onions, sausage, peppers, olives, pineapple-whatever you crave!
$27.85
Personal Pan Pizza®
Be the Picasso of your next pizza night. Choose from our awesome ingredients and crusts. Onions, sausage, peppers, olives, pineapple-whatever you crave!
$11.55
Ultimate Hut Bundle
Customize your choice of ANY 2 Medium pizzas on ANY crust with ANY recipe; ANY breadsticks, cheese sticks, or cinnamon sticks; 8 boneless wings & ANY 2 dips. Prices, participation, and availability may vary. Exclusions apply.
$40.97
My Hut Box
Get a pizza, melt or wings, & a side. Add a 20 oz. drink for addt’l charge. Wings are boneless or bone-in. Melt dipping sauce incl. Addt’l charge for extra cheese/toppings.
$10.34
South Park international

South Park international

4.2
(40+)
• Latin American • Deli
$0 delivery fee
"The Tamales green chicken was dry, no flavor and barely had any green salsa. The Relleno De Papa was small, lacked in flavor and had a weird texture. The Steak Taco was decent. I won't be ordering again."
"Half gallon Puerto Rican rice is delicious as always. the Steak Burrito is very very good too. well stuffed. Haven't tried the Tamales green chicken yet but I'm sure it's good"
Steak Taco
Classic Latin street-style taco served on warm tortillas and loaded with steak, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, cheese, & sour cream.
$4.55
Empanada De Res
Hearty, oversized burrito stuffed with steak, rice, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, cheese, & sour cream.
$4.49
Large cup Puerto Rican
Classic Latin street-style taco served on warm tortillas and loaded with chicken fajita, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, cheese, & sour cream.
$12.01
Steak Burrito
Baked chicken, marinated with a blend of herbs and spices,
$15.28
Gamers Combo Cafe

Gamers Combo Cafe

4.4
(10+)
• American • Juice Bars & Smoothies
$0 delivery fee
"Great place, great food and great staff. The drinks, snacks and food is really good. I recommend trying this place out."
"best ever"
Gem Shoe Mega Sub
Served hot with corned beef, pastrami, gyro, lettuce, tomato, Swiss cheese, pepper jack cheese, cucumber sauce, mustard, mayo, pickled red onion and mild giardiniera peppers.
$14.99
Specialty Drinks
Dairy Free Fruity Smoothies
$6
Smoothies
Quesadillas filled with different types of cheese, served with sides of salsa, and sour cream.
$9.56
Quesadilla Flight
Ham, turkey, corned beef, pastrami, lettuce, tomato, white cheese, pepper jack cheese, red onion, mayo, mustard, sub dressing.
$7.99
Taste of Belize

Taste of Belize

4.4
(600+)
• Caribbean • Chicken
$0 delivery fee
"The jerk chicken was very flavorful and had a great spice to it. It was not dry and included a mix of chicken pieces. The only complaint I have is that in the 12 dollar meal description it says that it comes with steamed cabbage, plantains, and rice. Mine did not come with any cabbage. There is very little beans in the rice and beans but it's still good."
"The fried plantains were not sweet and the stew chicken was alright but the rice was dry. The curry chicken was good just little potatoes and dry rice as well. Our sides were missing, we didn't receive the Mac and cheese or yams. But, the cabbage was really good. If I was to ever order again, it would have to be in person and most likely when they first opened."
Jerk Chicken Bowl
Served with rice and beans, fried plantains with our FAMOUS jerk sauce.
$12
Curry Chicken Bowl
Chunks of chicken seasoned with a blend of curry powder then stew down with onions and potatoes. Served with coconut milk, rice, and beans or white rice, ripe fried plantain.
$12
Beef Patty
Pan-seared chicken Seasoned with Caribbean spices and garlic, stew in a mildly sweet sauce until tender. Served with coconut milk, rice, and beans or white rice, ripe fried plantains.
$4.5
Stew Chicken Bowl
Cooked with butter beans, potatoes, garlic, fresh thyme, bell peppers, and Caribbean spices stewed down in gravy. Served with coconut milk, rice, and beans or white rice, ripe fried plantains.
$12
Subway

Subway

4.5
(1k+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee
"Picture didn't do my sub justice...It was tasty!"
"I ordered double protein and there was almost no meat on the sandwich, I actually won't order from there again"
Oven-Roasted Turkey
Oven-roasted Turkey, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$11.28
Pepsi®
Bold, refreshing, robust cola
$3.72
Tuna
100% wild caught Tuna salad, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & onions served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$11.16
Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki®
Tender Grilled chicken, American cheese, Sweet Onion Teriyaki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes & onions served on our freshly baked Hearty Multigrain bread.
$13.35
Lucky Scottie Restaurant

Lucky Scottie Restaurant

4.2
(100+)
• Steak • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee
"The Scottie Nachos are amazingly delicious! They have everything that I want and the portion is so large, I feel like I get three meals out of it!"
"The LUCKY SCOTTIE BURGER is the best in Waukegan its so fresh the portion is huge i would definitely order again and the frys are delicious as well! I cant wait ti trynother menu items only issue with my order ris i ordered tiramisu but got cheesecake im sure they ran out ao no big deal i guess the cheesecake is really good extremely creamy!"
FETTUCCINE ALFREDO CHICKEN
Fettuccine, house made alfredo sauce, parmigiano reggiano cheese,marinated grilled chicken breast served with garlick breadstick
$21.53
LUCKY SCOTTIE BURGER
1/2 lb angus beef, American cheese, applewood smoked bacon, romaine lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, roasted garlic aioli served with your choice of side
$17.38
CHEESECAKE
Freash and creany rich steakhouse cheesecake, served with caramel, chocolate or raspberry garnishment
$8.1
RIGATONI VODKA W CHICKEN
Rigatoni, house made vodka sauce, parmigiano reggiano cheese,marinated grilled chicken breast, served with garlic breadstick
$21.09

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