J & D Family Restaurant

Always on the lookout for a new place to eat, an acquaintance gave me a strong thumb's for the J &D Family Restaurant in Oakford IL.

My wife and I arrived on a Friday at 6:30 PM. The cozy restaurant appears to be frequented mostly by locals. I half expected someone to yell "Norm!" but seriously, everyone was friendly and made us feel welcome.

They have a Friday-only menu which has several fish specials and plenty of options for those wanting something else.

The missus got the walleye dinner while I opted for the large rib eye meal. They come with a choice of potato and a salad or salad bar. The salad bar is small but was stocked with really fresh, tasty items. Big plus!  

Her dinner came with four pieces of fish that were crisp on the outside but moist and flaky on the inside. The fillets were significantly larger than average. The breading was well seasoned, delicate and crunchy. This was best walleye I've had in a long time.

My rib eye came with a baked potato, and Texas toast. I like my meat well done and yeah I sort of expect that it will be somewhat tough. Not so. This steak was moist and tender with seasonings that would be ruined if steak sauce were used.

They have homemade pies available (chocolate, coconut, pumpkin, and my personal favorite egg custard were on that day's menu). Unfortunately, we couldn't spare the stomach space. Maybe next time.

At a total price of $27.00 + loose change we were well satisfied. Good food at a great price. I expect we may become "regulars". Cheers!!