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   Jane

   Chicago

   22 reviews

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   5.0

   22 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Always love the food at Firefly. We love how they change the menu and we get to try new things. Busy night and servers were still very friendly. Not sure what is up with the new uniforms though, not at all flattering on such beautiful people.

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   Tasty

   Chicago

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Food was great as always when we visit the Firefly.

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   HaleighP

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall4food5service4ambience4

   Our first time at Firefly Grill, everything was great! We will for sure recommend to family and friends! Great date night!

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   Hweenguru

   Orlando

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   As usual, food and service were outstanding. One of our absolute favorite places to dine.

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   KimberlyJ

   SW Indiana

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great atmosphere, great service, great food!! If I’m ever in Effingham, IL again…I’ll be eating here again!!

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great everything a must go to

   Firefly GrillResponded 3 days agoThank you so much for the awesome review!

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   Azure

   Naples

   12 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall5food5service4ambience4

   The caprese salad & trout meal were delicious, especially Firefly’s homegrown vegetables!

   Firefly GrillResponded 3 days agoLove it! So glad you got to enjoy some of our farm fresh food. We appreciate you coming to see us and for leaving such a great review. Cheers!

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   runtoeat

   Toronto

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This restaurant was such a welcome find on a long road trip. We stopped overnight in Effingham, checked TripAdvisor for a spot for dinner, and happily found this place. Delicious “farm to table” fresh cuisine at reasonable prices. The caprese salad showcased flavourful tomatoes with a lovely fresh pesto. Our burger and perfectly cooked beef filet wrapped in puff pastry were delicious. A warm peach cobbler topped off a delicious meal that was nicely served. Highly recommend.

   Firefly GrillResponded 5 days agoWow! We are so glad you found us and are so appreciative of your kind words. It sounds like you got to try many of our signature summer dishes. YUM! We hope to be able to serve you again in the future. Cheers!

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   JeanK

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on September 18, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Stopped on our way through Effingham for lunch. Fried green tomatoes and tacos were amazing. So tasty and fresh! Sat outside with a view of the weeping willow and the pond- sunny with a little breeze- perfect! Firefly is an all round pleasurable dining experience!

   Firefly GrillResponded 5 days agoThanks for the wonderful review, Jean! We are so glad you found us on your travels and had the opportunity to visit us for lunch. We appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again soon!

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    Hweenguru

    Orlando

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We love dining at Firefly. It is always excellent. We had a problem when we arrived. They said we didn’t have a reservation, but we did through open table. Not sure what happened because we had a confirmation. We are dining again on Thursday and I will call to confirm so we don’t have a problem.

    Firefly GrillResponded 7 days agoHello! Thank you for the wonderful review. We aren't sure what happened with your reservation but do you have you confirmed for Thursday. We can't wait to serve you this week!

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    BeckyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    First time visit. May come back for a yearly visit. It is a lovely place.

    Firefly GrillResponded 7 days agoThank you so much for your kind words and visit, Becky! We super appreciate it and hope to serve you again very soon. Cheers!

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    DennyLynne

    San Francisco

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We were surprised to find such a wonderful restaurant in a small community. It was run very well with top notch service and delicious food. My husband and I shared the street tacos for an appetizer, and the wedge salad. The tacos had just the right amount of heat and the salad was crisp and well seasoned. The steelhead trout was prepared well and the warm corn salad served with it was great. Our server recommended the chèvre cheesecake for dessert and it was divine. We will certainly stop there again if we are traveling in the area.

    Firefly GrillResponded 5 days agoThanks for the amazing review! We are SO glad you found us and got to try so many of our signature summer dishes. We are so thankful to be able to serve amazing patrons like you. Thank you again!

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13. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My favorite restaurant.

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    Shel63

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Mary Gauthier concert

    Firefly GrillResponded 7 days agoThanks for the wonderful review!!!

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    Todd19

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I was solo, traveling! Great experience, all the way around!

    Firefly GrillResponded on September 14, 2022Thanks for the awesome review! We are so glad you found us on your travels through Effingham and hope to be able to serve you again on your next trip. Cheers!

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    JasonT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great place to celebrate an anniversary. Food was amazing and service was great. Wasn't loud but the prices were slightly high. Not so high that I wouldn't go again. I would recommend it and will go back.

    Firefly GrillResponded on September 12, 2022Thanks for the great review, Jason! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful visit with us, and we can't wait to serve you again soon. Cheers!

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    Jenn

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fantastic food in a beautiful setting. We dined outside and had the most delightful and attentive server named Victoria. She made our experience even better. From the red wine sangria to the peach cobbler, the trip was divine. The fried green tomatoes appetizer is an essential start. The fried chicken with fresh corn and tomatoes entree were like nothing I have ever had before! We love this restaurant and have never had anything less than an enjoyable and memorable meal. If you are in the area, you must go!

    Firefly GrillResponded on September 12, 2022WOW! Thank you, Jenn! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful experience with us over the weekend. Isn't Victoria a gem? We are blessed with the best fireflies in the business and she is one of them that exceeds. It sounds like you got to enjoy many of our signature dishes, which is awesome. Thank you again for coming to see us and for this amazing review. We will be sure to share with Victoria. Cheers!

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience4

    The food was ok at best. The order of our food was incorrect which lead to 2 of 4 of us waiting on food while the other 2 had to eat their food while it was hot. The waitress accidentally “dropped” our food order to the kitchen. My wedge salad had maybe 2 tomatoes, very little salad dressing and several bad pieces of lettuce. The pizza was good but again, it arrived 20-30 min before my salad. Waitress apologized but then was slightly amiss even bringing me a dirty plate after I had to ask for pizza plates and my glass of wine. The drinks were delightful. We love going to the Firefly but feel the service is lacking especially compared with the prices.

    Firefly GrillResponded on September 12, 2022Thanks for your honest review. We hate to hear you had this type of experience at firefly grill. Reviews like this are tough for us to read as they are pretty rare, but we appreciate the honesty and feedback. We take comments like this very seriously and will be working with our staff on training and knowledge to ensure this doesn't happen in the future. We are so sorry this happened, and would appreciate another chance to really wow you in the future.

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    trenag

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food (as always), great service. We wish we lived just a little closer to Effingham!

    Firefly GrillResponded on September 9, 2022Thanks for the wonderful review... We ALSO wish you lived closer to Effingham. Thanks for coming to see us, and we hope to see you again soon. Cheers!

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20. HL

    HenniferLopez

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a wonderful time at Firefly Grill. Our server, Dylan was absolutely awesome and accommodating! The team didn’t do a birthday song, but made sure to offer an amazing birthday treat for my significant other! This place is amazing and we will be back.

    Firefly GrillResponded on September 5, 2022Thank you so much for your kind review1. We are so thrilled to read you had such a wonderful experience with us at firefly grill and were able to celebrate your boyfriends birthday in style. We are so lucky to have some of the best staff in the industry including Dylan and will be sure to praise him when we share this review. We are truly so thankful for fireflies like you, and can't wait to serve you again in the future. Cheers!

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    Elle

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent food and service — always enjoy meals at the firefly!

    Firefly GrillResponded on September 5, 2022Thanks for the kind words, Elle! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful experience with us. Cheers!

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    Nikki

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    We loved it. The restaurant was not busy at all- we were the only table in the main dining room at 430pm. Unfortunately, our server was not all that attentive and did not check back a single time after the food was delivered. (Someone else actually walked our food, too.) Never refilled the water carafe and pretty much checked back to ask if we needed boxes and dropped the check while asking if we wanted dessert. So, not great service experience at all because we felt like a distraction to the shift change and chatting groups of servers and hosts, but we love the food and will be back. The food and ambiance still get them five stars from us. Our bill was $205 for a party of 3 with three appetizers, three entrees, an order of truffle fries for the table and two drinks.

    Firefly GrillResponded on September 9, 2022Hi Nikki! Thank you so much for your review. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your food and the ambiance at firefly grill. However, we hate to hear you didn't receive the service we pride ourselves in. We have looked up the server that took care of you that day and will be working with them to ensure a better visit for all guests in the future. We appreciate your honesty and hope to serve you again soon to really "wow" you!

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    Wrightones

    New England

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The ambience of this restaurant is hands down one of the best we've eaten out in the last several year's. The menu has something for everyone with a wine and drink list that are exceptional. Waitstaff is very attentive and engaging. We've eaten here several times as it is our stop over place going from Virginia to Minnesota. At the end of the day and driving for 11+ hours, it is knowing we have Firefly to look forward to that keeps us going.

    Firefly GrillResponded on September 16, 2022Thanks for the wonderful review! We appreciate the research your did to find us and are glad to hear you had a wonderful visit. We did read your feedback on food, etc. and will take that in to consideration moving forward. We can't wait to serve you again soon - Cheers!

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    ViousP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Had a party of 15. Good was great and staff did a great job making sure everyone was covered. Meals were all served at same time. Quality and presentation were excellent!

    Firefly GrillResponded on September 2, 2022Thanks for the kind words, Vious! We are so glad you enjoyed your dinner. It was a pleasure hosting your group. Thanks so much for your business - We appreciate it!

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25. TF

    ThomasF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A fabulous restaurant that I have been to many, many times. They have a fantastic menu and the food and drink are phenomenal! Highly recommend!

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 31, 2022WOW! Thank you so much. We appreciate you, Tom!

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    HatfieldB

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience4

    Another great meal at the Firefly. Definitely a family favorite !!!

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 29, 2022We love you! Thanks so much for the amazing review!

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27. JP

    JP22

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Soo good! Love this farm to table restaurant. You see the gardens right there on the property. Beautiful setting and delicious food. Worth the drive from Champaign.

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 29, 2022Wow! Thanks so much for coming to visit us all the way from Champaign. We appreciate it so much!

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    EffieEats

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    As always, food was amazing! We were seated overlooking the lake, which was lovely. Despite the ongoing staffing challenges, service was great. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 29, 2022WOW! Thanks so much for the amazing review. We appreciate it so much, and hope to be able to serve you again soon. Cheers!

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    Pastora

    Chicago

    78 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Our meal on the front deck was a pleasure; our server, who didn't tell us her name, was perky, prompt, and personable. My partner and I ordered salads with protein add-ons; the only negative aspect to our experience was the overdressing of the salad, so much so, that I had to drain my now-wilted greens into my bread plate--I'll know next time (and I will come again) to ask for them to be lightly dressed!

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 29, 2022Hi Pastora! Thank you so much for coming to see us and for your kind review. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience, and appreciate your feedback on your salads. We will be doing some research and training to make sure the standard is being held. We can't wait to serve you again soon. Cheers!

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    BobJ

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Firefly is one of my most special places to go when in town.

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 29, 2022WOW! We are honored. Thanks for the amazing review and coming to see us. We appreciate it!

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We make it a point to stop at this wonderful restaurant on our drive to/from Atlanta to Madison. This is easily in our top 10 restaurants….ever. Fresh, inventive and an atmosphere that is far and above. Service has always been exceptional.

    Firefly GrillResponded on September 7, 2022WOW! We are honored. Thank you so much for your kind words and for making the trip to see us. We appreciate it so much, and can't wait to serve you again soon. Cheers!

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    MattZ

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our meals were great. Everything tasted so fresh, it was amazing.

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 26, 2022We love to hear it! Thanks for the great review, Matt... We hope to be able to serve you again soon. Cheers!

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    SheilaB

    Las Vegas

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The shrimp risotto was fantastic! The service was wonderful as always! Victoria is excellent and very knowledgeable about the menu.

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 25, 2022Thanks for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your visit with us. Isn't Victoria awesome? We are so lucky to have her and our amazing firefly staff! Thank you again for coming to see us, and we can't wait to serve you again soon.

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    Dave

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Great food and great atmosphere. Effingham should be very thankful to have this place. If we lived closer we would be there once a week.

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 26, 2022Wow! Thank you so much, Dave. We are truly blessed to be a part of such a great community and be able to serve great fireflies like you. We appreciate your kind words and review, and can't wait to serve you again. Cheers!

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    Trish

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It is a unique & pleasant place & loved it❣️Great unique choices on menu❤️

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 31, 2022We love to hear it - Thanks for the amazing review!

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    PatraD

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This is our “special” restaurant. The place we go to to celebrate those big events for our family. The food NEVER disappoints, the service is always amazing!! I love that there are always new fun things to try on the menu. Cannot go wrong choosing this restaurant!

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 22, 2022Thanks for the awesome review! We are so glad to hear you had such a great visit with us, and appreciate being named your "special" restaurant. We are truly so lucky to serve amazing guests like you, and we can't wait to see you again in the future. Cheers!

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    JenniferA

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Amazing food, atmosphere and our server Jennifer was on point! I wanted her to sit and hang out with us. First time here but won’t be the last!!

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 22, 2022Thanks for the wonderful review! We are so glad you had such a great visit with us. Isn't Jennifer amazing? We are truly blessed with some of the best staff in the business. Thank you for your kind words, and we hope to be able to serve you again soon. Cheers!

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38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We make it point to stop on our travels. First class service first rate food in a beautiful setting.

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 22, 2022WOW! This is great. Thank you so much for your kind review. We appreciate you coming to see us!

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    JenniferB

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    Enjoyed the ambience. Enjoyed the shrimp risotto. The sangria was essentially a cup with 90% ice and 10% watered down alcohol. Do NOT bother with the recommended squash blossom appetizer... it was blah. DO consider the brownie sundae for dessert!

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 22, 2022Hi Jennifer! Thank you so much for your honest review. We hate to hear you didn't enjoy your experience with us. You tried some of our signature items, but it sounds like they just weren't your cup of tea. In the future, please let us know real time when you aren't enjoying something. This allows us to train real time, make adjustments and replace the item with something you will enjoy. We will be working with our team to improve your next visit. Thank you again for the feedback!

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    RileyP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing experience & even better food. Oh and their cocktails are also amazing! The seasonal risotto I ate for dinner was phenomenal. I’d recommend Firefly to anyone & everyone traveling in the area.

    Firefly GrillResponded on August 22, 2022Thanks for the awesome review, Riley! We are so glad to hear you had such a great visit with us. We hope to serve you again soon for another round of cocktails - Cheers!

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