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Molly's Kitchen & Bar, Mount Carroll, IL

Molly's Kitchen & Bar

5.0
5
309 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Located in Mount Carroll, IL, Molly’s Kitchen & Bar serves
Classic Cuisine and Cocktails made from scratch.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 12 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (815) 906-0052

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Neighborhood

    Mount Carroll

  • Parking details

    None

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 309 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

5.0
5 based on recent ratings
  • 5Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Chicago / Illinois

    Best Overall

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Best Food

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Best Service

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Best Ambiance

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Best Value

  • Chicago / Illinois

    American

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never had a bad meal at Molly’s! If you want delicious- Molly’s is the place!
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Drinks, appetizer, main courses and desserts were all fantastic- never disappoints!
  3. LynnH

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Very trendy unique dishes. The crispy Brussel sprouts appetizer was superb! The only complaint would be the cost of a glass of wine.
  4. rayr

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service not a big menu but a lot of variety.
  5. KatieM

    Unspecified

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite places to dine. The food is exceptional and the drinks are to die for. I love the changing menu and opportunity to try unique meals.
  6. JudyT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food! Best Brussels sprouts ever!!! Need to know how to create that dish! We will be back soon! Friendly
  7. Jeannie

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great place to eat! Food is outstanding as well as wait staff. Unique menu items that you don’t find anywhere else in the area. Highly recommend!
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always have a great time and amazing food every time we go to Molly’s!
  9. Cindy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Fantastic!!! The cuisine was delicious. We ordered the ribs, brisket, tacos, and grilled shrimp. I only wished for a little more shrimp and one more taco to the entree. Fun place to eat.
  10. Mokuehne

    Chicago

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing Resturant! Got to meet Molly and she's very nice and such a chef! I look forward to going there, ALWAYS!
  11. Jutta

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite restaurants! Food is creative and absolutely delicious. Staff is inviting and attentive. Owners are awesome and very passionate about what they do. Thank you for bringing this true gem to Mt Carroll. You have elevated the culinary landscape for this entire area!
  12. SueK

    Orlando

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always the food and service were outstanding. Also appreciate the vegan option.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinning at Molly’s is like getting together with some great friends who are amazing in the kitchen, wicked good bartenders and know how to set the environment just right to enjoy a meal and have a great time. Every time we enjoy a meal there the details are all buttoned up. Fantastic service!
  14. BrianS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. After many visits, we still have not had a bad experience.
  15. KimB

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great find! Outstanding cocktail menu--had the Apricity, like a white Negroni. The local asparagus was grilled, with lemon aioli and breadcrumbs. Asian-inflected ribs amd brisket sandwich were tasty. Save room for dessert--the rhubarb crumble was delicious. Service was attentive and personable. We had a 4:30 reservation on a sunny Saturday after hiking in Mississippi Palisades state park The space filled pretty quickly, creating a nice energy and buzz. We ate inside but there are outdoor spaces. We would go again!
  16. Jackie

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bend bread, grilled cheese, grilled chick chopped salad, burnt end nachos…all amazing! Loved sitting outside.
  17. JulieW

    New Orleans

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really lovely dinner. Well prepared dishes and very well executed.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an amazing experience! Food, staff and service is exceptional. A must to visit.
  19. Traveler1

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Creatively named and prepared drink options were enjoyed by all in our party. Good beer selection as well as Highwayman Old Fashioned and Jungle Bird cocktails. Ben’s Sourdough Bread appetizer delicious. One person order the homemade pasta dish, another the pulled pork shoulder, and two others the juicy half pound burgers. Entrees were prepared with detail and care according to preferences. Staff attentiveness was high and details regarding our birthday celebration were appreciated. Everyone enjoyed the “crunchy on the outside” chocolate cake with raspberry sorbet dessert. Been here several times in past. Menus always changing. Molly’s never disappoints and we will definitely be back again.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, delicious food and drink…what more could you ask for? One of our favorite places to dine whether it’s for a special occasion or just wanting a great meal Molly’s never disappoints!!
  21. CurtR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the appetizers to the dessert everything was great!!! 100% recommended! This was our first trip and we will definitely go back even though it’s 50 miles away
  22. BreckL

    Naples

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Wonderful time at Molly's. Wish they could open a similar place in Sterling. Thank you
  23. LeighP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is always excellent and innovative with great service. Cocktail menu has wonderful variety of handcrafted drinks created by my favorite bartender, Julie!
  24. MarshaB

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner was excellent. At our table, we enjoyed grilled red snapper, mussels, and sweet chili ribs. Highly recommend!
  25. SueK

    Orlando

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. As always they were able to provide a vegan entree which is definitely appreciated.
  26. Molly

    Des Moines

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always such an awesome experience!!! Food is top notch and very clean
  27. KatyL

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We can't recommend Mollys enough! If you haven't stopped in you should make it a priority. You won't regret it. Food and service are always fantastic. Check the menu online as they change it up periodically.
  28. ShannonW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Great restaurant. Everything on the menu is excellent
  29. AmberC

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite place. Ben and Molly do an excellent job as always!
  30. BillB

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Molly’s is consistently the best restaurant in the area. We eat in Chicago a lot and Molly’s is always as good or better than most. Besides delicious and always changing entrees, their desserts and cocktails are amazing!!
  31. JulieT

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Molly’s never disappoints. The drinks are one of a kind and the food is always fresh and delicious. We love this gem!
  32. Amanda

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing as usual, a great variety of flavors.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I love Molly’s! This was our second visit and our second perfect meal. Everything is absolutely exceptional- food, drinks, service, ambience. I am not a vegetarian but I tried the grilled cabbage because the flavors sounded incredible, and it did not disappoint. Easily one of the best dishes I’ve ever had. Same with the cocktails! The passion of the chefs and mixologists really shines through every dish and drink. Such a great dining experience!
  34. LaurieN

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always!!!! Such a gem in a cute small town! Love going before plays at Timberlake, and also for a girls night out!!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always my favorite place to dine!
  36. RomainR

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect evening, the food was great with friendly staff
  37. lynnyj

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful innovative menu…small but a choice for all palates including vegetarian. Fabulous cocktails and wine..good lighting. Not too noisy. Staff is efficient and friendly..especially Molly ! Our favorite place in northern Illinois!
  38. PMCT

    Alabama

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our visit to Molly’s Friday evening. It’s a pleasure to drive from Lake Carroll to this charming town. Molly’s is in an historic building and is quite chic for this rural area. The staff is friendly, professional and aim to please. Our server was knowledgeable of the craft cocktails on the menu and we got our drinks, appetizer, main courses and dessert all in a well paced manner.
  39. JohnD

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fantastic as were the cocktails and wine selections. We always enjoy the unique menu and attentive service.
  40. Mythreesons

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mollys is a gem hidden in a tiny town. We happily drive 45 min to eat there. There’s an ever changing, exciting menu, and such excellent food! Craft cocktail menu is also fantastic! It’s a treat!

FAQs

Molly's Kitchen & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (815) 906-0052.

Molly's Kitchen & Bar is rated 5 stars by 309 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Molly's Kitchen & Bar

10 W Market St, Mount Carroll, IL 61053-1032

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Mount Carroll

  • Hours of operation

    Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    None

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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