The Range Grill & Tap

We won’t be back. Both my son and I ordered burgers. The buns were burnt (and still served to us). This ended up making the entire burger taste nasty.
Secondly, the waitress brought out my other sons food and spilled the fries on the table. She proceeded to pick up the fries with her hands and put them back on his plate.
Third, my wife ordered the fish tacos. They were the most obnoxiously big tacos I have ever seen. Basically, they fried up a giant piece of fish and put it on taco. I’ve never seen anything quite like it.
Lastly, the food is way overpriced. We were there to try the place once and this will be the last. Awful!

The bar was average nothing to go back again for! We were the only 2 people in the place and service was horrible. we were finished with our food and the main waitress came over and asked do you want another beer?!? Really where were you 15 mins ago? I asked for a cider waited 10 mins to find out well we don’t have that cider! We will not go back…

We come here with my dad (who is hard to impress). He loves the baked fish fry on Friday nights. The brisket poppers are amazing. The brisket can’t be beat and the ribs can’t be beat either. Andrea is a top notch server! Great burgers and good variety, like the Chicagoan burger with Italian beef. The beignets are hot and fresh. I really could go on and on. This is a must try!!! .and bring some cash to hit up the popcorn shop across the street afterwards.

Pulled pork, burgers, beignets, and drinks were wonderful! Good beer selection and great atmosphere!

Overall really liked this restaurant. Nice ambiance and really good bar environment. The appetizers are great to pair with beer. I am not 21 however, so I just ordered some milk. They gave me half a glass, which I was disappointed about. Our waitress seemed a little ditsy, as she kept coming back and reminding us that she’s waiting on our food. Obviously, otherwise our food would be in front of us… But when we did get our food, I couldnt wait to dig in. Their burgers are huge and cooked pretty accurately to my direction. They did however have a charred outer coating, which you could palpably taste and I would rather do without. Our check was prompt and our waitress was very nice despite the lack of experience she may have. I would go there again.

This place is awesome. Their prime burgers are unbeatable let alone their amazing smoked barbecued meats. And always have great beer on tap and in bottles

This restaurant was a lucky find. It has lots of beverages to choose from, a nice variety of food, and friendly staff. The food was very good and came out quickly but the temperature was luke warm with the exception of the fried zucchini which was delicious. I gave them 4 stars due to food temperature and a ladies room that needs some repair and an update.

Quite simply one of the tastiest burgers I have ever had. Everything was good about it, juicy, and flavorful, even the bun was good. I don’t make my way to Batavia a lot despite being in St Charles a lot, but this tasty burger will be calling me back with out a doubt.

Just ok and burgers are not made fresh… steak sandwich is above average but staff was great and over all experience was enjoyable.

We love this place! great Pizza, great fish fry and PHENOMINAL knowledge of their beer selection. Will always be a customer!

I would admit that my expectations for good BBQ may be a bit high, but this place did not meet expectations. First, for an appetizer, we ordered the Brisket Poppers, and they did not have any brisket in them. They were pretty good otherwise, but we could not seem to find the meat!
We brought our 4 kids with us tonight, as kids were to eat free off the kids menu, but it is only one kids meal per one adult meal, which is ok, but not stated anywhere until the final bill came. Also, the menu has a large burger selection, but there is no kids burger, so we had to pay 10.99 to get a cheeseburger for one of our kids, not the end of the world, but to note.
In regards to food, the brisket and pulled pork are marginal at best. My wife had the pork, and I had the brisket. The brisket was dry and flavorless, and pork was decent, with a smokey flavor. Those who know BBQ know that the sides can also make the meal. There were not any original sides to note, and when I asked about the «Corn and Queso», the waitress said she has never tried it, but heard it was good. When it came, it was canned corn with a slice of american cheese melted on top via microwave. Not so good, couldn’t even get through it.
I hear that the burgers are good, but my 8 year old said «Portillos is better»… Take that for what it is worth.
Overall, most of the food did not some homemade, and tasted the same.
Don’t think we will be back.

Place is always very clean with very friendly service. A few TV’s in the main bar & dining area to keep the young ones (or sports fans) entertained during dinner. Dining room has a Yukon Territory/​Northwest Woods vibe/​décor to it which I like. Tons of beer options with quality grub across the board. Haven’t had a meal there that I haven’t liked and we’ve always left full without breaking the bank. It’s not a perfect restaurant nor «as good as it gets» but very good & one of my faves for a nice, low key, local date night dinner or dinner with friends!
I’ve had friends go here who’ve never been before for «dueling piano’ night & they rave about it, so need to check it out on those nights.

The Range is a solid burger joint with decent craft beer choices. You’re not going to find a ton of beer you haven’t tried before (if you’re a beer snob like me) but there are good choices and a couple you may not have seen nonetheless.
We came here Sunday right before the (opening) Bears Packers game. Totally thought they’d be packed and we’d have to wait but no one was here! I mean, awesome for me, but not so much for management. It kind of scared me that I picked a dive with crappy food but apparently The Range is just slightly off the grid enough to be a secret because they have absolutely awesome food. Seriously… the burger here was one of the best I’ve ever had. I got the Honky Tonk (add blue cheese!) and it was fantastic. A delicious seasoned patty, cooked medium (which you ask for but rarely get at most places), ooey gooey with sauce and cheese and runny egg, and topped with nice thick crispy bacon. Mmmmmm. I’m having a mouthgasm just thinking about it. My man got the brisket and thought it was great too. We even got a free kids meal with our adult meal purchase (maybe a Sunday deal?) and she mangia’ed on those chicken nuggets like they were going out of style. Point is, we will be back for the food alone.
For those who care about service and ambiance: Service from the waitress was alright. If it were busy it may have been a different story, but it was dead in there so it was good enough. The owner stopped by a couple times too to run food, ask about refills, and make sure everything was cool. He was genuinely really nice and cared that you were having a good time. Nice touch. The ambiance was very hunting cabin with a summery party twist. You know, wood, antlers, drinking signs, kitschy stuff. I don’t care either way as long as the food is good but if you need something fancy, this place isn’t for you.
Overall, The Range is awesome. Go here. But don’t tell TOO many friends because I still don’t want to wait for a table.

Absolutely amazing brisket. Recommend getting the tempura zucchini as one of your sides. This place is awesome!

Love this place!!! Food is amazing! Love the «Brisket Poppers» and you must try the «Chicagoan Burger»!!!

I went here on a Saturday afternoon to hang out with some friends and to try this place. I had heard some good things about both the beer selection and the food, so I was excited to give it a try. Service was good for the most part, but when 2 of us ran out of beer and ordered another, none was brought. The owner came over and immediately brought us beers, can’t ask for more than that, the rest of the service was good. The beer menu is great with a lot of micro brews and harder to find beers. The food is great, the burger comes in a cast iron skillet and was cooked to perfection, my friend got the beef brisket and the portion was absolutely huge and he said it was delicious. I would definitely come back here, they have a nice screened in porch area and the rest of the place was clean and nice.

Since my last review, we’ve been back a couple times. Last time I was there I finally broke down (Yea, my arm was twisted… I kid…), and got the pizza.
As I noted in a previous review that their pizza’s looked good… They taste good too!

I really like this place. The food is always so good (try a burrito) and the atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable. If you’re looking for somewhere to watch the game with friends and enjoy a good selection of beers and a great menu of food, then this is your place. I will be heading back there often!

Stopped by last night and we had the pulled pork sandwich and brisket sandwich. Both were awesome and we will be going back.
The menu content was just right and service was good. Great outdoor screened in patio.

I’ve eaten in a few times since my last review here, should have updated long ago! Get anything with the Brisket and you cant go wrong. (Except maybe the poppers, not enough beef) The pizzas are well worth the price, fresh, plenty of toppings, try the pulled pork. Fish tacos are another fav, crunchy, golden goodness!. My friends have ordered the burgers and said they were tasty.
Don’t miss the loaded nachos, lots of everything, just the right balance of ingredients. If you order the sweet potato fries and friends don’t steal ‘em from your plate you will eat your fill and still have enough to take home. I order them every meal here they are that good. Wait staff is sooo friendly and helpful. Great family dining although it can be a bit loud depending on the crowd.

Baby back ribs. I’ve lamented the demise of Geneva’s Rib House several years ago. Meaty, juicy barbecued baby backs at a price an ordinary guy can afford have been all but impossible to find. But no longer! Range Grill is a friendly place where the owner manager seems always to be in the house produces some really good food at reasonable prices, delivered by people who make you feel that they are really glad you wandered in.
I’ve enjoyed the brisket and brisket sandwich, and the Friday fish fry, but the baby back ribs are my current favorite. (I’ve yet to try the pizza).
The ribs come in a one-​pound portion, with the option for two pounds. I know baby backs are often served as half– or full-​racks. My estimation is that the one pound is more than a half rack. I think I counted 8 bones. Meaty, juicy and flavorful, I was able to clean the meat from the ribs with just my fork. The entrée comes with the choice of two sides, and I chose a dinner salad, nicely done, and an ample serving of sweet potato fries. I’m a big guy, and a big eater, but I walked away from the single pound dinner fully satisfied.

A hidden gem!
Plenty of cheater parking in bank lot and on
The street.
Immediate greeting
Server Sarah P was very professional, knowledgeable, helpful and cute.
Try the brisket poppers –were different and delicious!
Prime rib was perfect
Brisket was amazingly
My wife’s salad was crisp fresh and the chicken was warm, a nice plus.
Chicken sandwich was yum.
The burger buns were amazing.
I was really impressed with the customer service skills of the young staff. Someone has taken a lot if time to refine. Plates were cleared fast and friendly.
Amazing staff.
Beer specials $ 2 even in a Saturday night.
Not a thing I can say that was negative.
What a joy!
Personable and genuine!
Oh my.

there wasn’t a lot of flavor to the main dishes… the ranchero burrito and fajitas… appetizers were awesome and so was beer. I will not come here again in the winter BC the entire place is freezing and has space heaters but it still doesn’t warm the place.

My coworker and I met for a little after work dinner here before going to a painting class. We were pretty early so we had no problem getting a table. We thought we could have a quick dinner and then head over to the restaurant next door for our painting. It went mostly as we planned except the food took a little longer than we expected. Then we waited a while for our server to bring our check. I ended up going up to the front so I could pay and leave quickly. I didn’t want to be late for our painting class.
The food was all very good. I ordered a burger and it was awesome. The drinks were good too. I just wouldn’t go here if I was in a hurry again!

We visited Open Range American Grill late on a Saturday night (only about 15 minutes before kitchen close) and I was thrilled that they were so pleasant about serving us despite our near closing visit. I had the strawberry beer to start– something I’d never tried before– and I really enjoyed the drink.
We were there on the night of a Chicago Blackhawks playoff game– and the bar was very crowded while the rest of the restaurant was not. I feel like this would be a great place to sit on the porch outside, but we wanted to watch the end of the game so opted to sit inside. Our server was very pleasant, and our food was a-​ok. I enjoyed my entrée and tempura zucchini side but was less crazy about the corn based side– I probably wouldn’t get that again. My husband had a burger which he couldn’t finish– one of the specialties of the house– and he loved his dish. I probably would have given my dinner 3 stars– but with excellent service and a four start dish for my spouse– I’m doing 4 overall. I’d definitely like to come back and try some of the other menu items– and with the close proximity to the local movie theater, we just might!

Happy Birthday to me! On Sunday afternoon, we visited nearby St. Charles for the annual Scarecrow Festival. It was my birthday and so I got to be the decision maker. After the fest, we headed over to Batavia to try what sounded like some yummy food at the Open Range American Grill.
The parking lot has an odd shape and minimal spots, but there were spots on the street and what appeared to be more parking across the way. We parked on the street and wandered in. There were no customers. Uh oh. Now what? Do the five of us turn and leave? The reviews were good so we stuck it out.
I’m glad we did.
We sat at a large table in the bar area. We had a perfect view of a large screen tv and plenty of elbow room. That was a plus. People slowly filled in the space. The Bears weren’t playing and it was mid-​afternoon on a Sunday so I think we may have just been there at an off time.
The menu had a nice variety of items. I wanted the crab cakes. I know, what’s wrong with me? Ordering crab cakes at what appears to be a bar that serves food rather than a restaurant which serves drinks. I asked the server. Her menu knowledge was somewhat limited and she described the crab cakes as: um, mushy and not really what you’d expect. Okay — no crab cakes for me.
I ended up with a plain chicken sandwich and some onion strings. It was good. Nothing fancy or memorable, but it served its purpose. My son ordered a California club and roasted veggies. He was a fan of the whole dish. The hubby and my sister went with beef brisket. This dish came with the option of two sides. He chose chili and baked beans (said he’d come back for the beans) and she chose chili and fries (the waffle cut fries did not impress but the chili was a hit). My brother in law chose a steak sandwich with baked beans. It arrived with sweet potato fries in error. Getting the correct beans took some effort, but we worked it out eventually.
The server encouraged the tempura zucchini. We tried it as an appetizer with a chipotle ranch dipping sauce. It was tasty but I’m glad that no one chose that as their side. It was too greasy.
Overall, the beer selection was wide, the menu options plentiful and the service was okay. I wouldn’t necessarily make this a destination restaurant but I would probably visit again if I was in the area.