Wagon Wheel
Wagon Wheel is a charming restaurant located at 1711 W 4th St Sterling, IL 61081, offering a wide range of classic American dishes. Whether you're in the mood for a savory steak, a hearty seafood dish, or a light salad, this spot has something to satisfy every craving. With a focus on comfort food and friendly service, it's an excellent place for both locals and visitors alike. Let's dive into what makes this place stand out.
Diverse Menu Offering
Wagon Wheel's menu showcases a variety of dishes, perfect for every taste and preference. For starters, you'll find crispy fried mushrooms, mozzarella sticks, and breaded cauliflower—ideal choices to kick off your meal. If you're a fan of salads, the Oriental Chicken Salad and House Special Salad are popular choices, featuring fresh ingredients and flavorful dressings. For those who love soups, the Soup of the Day paired with a sandwich is a must-try.
When it comes to the heartier meals, Wagon Wheel is known for its generous portions of steaks like the tender ribeye and New York strip, and their chopped sirloin is equally beloved. Seafood lovers can indulge in a range of options, from deep-fried shrimp to broiled cod. And if you're craving a combination of both, the 10 Oz. Ribeye & Shrimp combo offers the best of both worlds.
The House Specialties like bacon-wrapped pork fillets and chicken strips and shrimp also stand out, providing a delicious mix of flavors that diners rave about. On top of that, the restaurant frequently offers All You Can Eat Shrimp on Wednesdays and All You Can Eat Walleye on Fridays, which are perfect for anyone who loves variety and abundance in their meals.
Cozy and Family-Friendly Atmosphere
One of the standout features of Wagon Wheel is its welcoming atmosphere. It’s a great spot for families, offering kid-friendly meals such as chicken strips, grilled cheese, and hamburgers. The restaurant also accepts credit cards, making it convenient for all guests. While service can sometimes be a bit slow, especially when understaffed, the staff is known to go out of their way to make up for it, ensuring that you still leave with a smile on your face.
Reviews
Came here on the 4th to spend a fun lunch with my sick mom and family. There was only one waitress on duty and the service was super slow but I understood the situation and the food was worth the wait. Everything was clearly made from scratch and the food was SO GOOD but most importantly the steak was amazing and cooked perfectly!!! I also enjoyed the salad bar. Would come back hopefully while better staffed! Also as a city slicker enjoyed the decor.
Food was great. Beef cabbage soup sounds disgusting but if it's available get it. One of the best soups I've ever had. My dad and son had chicken tenders and both liked them a lot. A different- light- almost Asian style batter. My son had drumstick chicken and loved them. I had Cajun pork chops-very tasty but outmatched by the soup. We will be back. Service was decent-prices high for the area but worth it.
Food was excellent, service wasn't very good but it wasn't due to the server... evidently both the bartender and the dish washer didn't show up, she was hustling to try to please everyone so really can't fault her at all. The only thing that was a little off was seeing the server in flip flops, I have food experience in my background and I know how slippery kitchen areas can be so it was a wonder she never fell. Great food, cool atmosphere, excellent prime rib... would definitely recommend