Alfie’s Inn

We have driven past Alfie’s for several years but have never made it a point to stop until today. When we pulled in around lunchtime today we were first surprised to see that the parking lot was pretty full. As we walked to the door we noticed that there was outdoor seating in front although it was closed today due to a constant drizzle. Inside, the restaurant and bar is a Tudor throwback: well done but dark. The interior seemed clean and well maintained and we were greeted and quickly seated. The menu has a nice mix of appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches and entrees. There is a full bar with several domestic and imported beers on tap, as well as many wine selections. I had chili for a starter and it was meaty and delicious. It could have used a bit more spice and it was slightly sweet. That said, I’d order it again as it was good. I had a Ruben that was outstanding: tender, lean corned beef, the perfect amount of sauerkraut, delicious bread, and not too greasy. I had a side of fries although a baked potato was also an option. My partner had a turkey burger that he said was pretty good. Service was spot-​on, attentive but unobtrusive. We’ll definitely be back to Alfie’s for the food. And while the ambiance was fine, if not a bit dark, sitting outside might be a more delightful way to go.

A truly (not-​so) hidden gem on Roosevelt rd. I have been going to Alfies for over 24 years and every time it hits the spot.
Excellent ambiance with deep cozy booths and warm fireplaces.
The menu is classic pub food. From Knights to Jokers, you will find something appealing on this loaded menu. My favorite is the Amigo burger, a classic 8 oz burger loaded with hot peppers. Other faves are the fish & chips.
Make sure to start with an app. Fried zucchini or onion rings are sure to satisfy.

The two times I’ve been, Alfie’s has been very bland and middle of the run. I came for a fish fry, and although unlimited fish for the price was great, the actual fish ‘n chips wasn’t anything to write home about. The second time I came I was coming with friends purely because of a Groupon we had gotten. Luckily we pointed out the Groupon at the beginning, because it turns out that even though we were on separate checks and (besides sitting together) not related in any way, the Groupon had to be at separate tables. So I sat at a separate table. It was an unusual meal to say the least, but we came there due to the deal and, having no intention of coming back, I wanted to use the Groupons up then and there. That said, the waitress did do her best to make the awkward situation as tolerable as possible.
Now to the food. As I already started at above, the fish ‘n chips were rather bland and a bit soggy. The second time I came though, I got steak butt and deep fried mushrooms. The mushrooms were pretty damn good. Well seasoned, a good fry on them, and a very flavorful white garlic dipping sauce to accompany. The steak on the other hand was quite bland. I had asked for rare and they did do a proper rare, so props there. But I ended up eating it with A1 sauce as there was really no other flavor to speak of.
So in the end, would I come back? Maybe if friends were bringing me along. But Alfie’s is not a restaurant I would seek out again in the future. The food is pricey for what it is and the flavors are bland. But probably worse than all that is just how outdated the place feels (and I don’t mean the medieval theming). It’s clear that this place had it’s heyday back in the 80s or 90s or something and hasn’t kept up with the huge array of new great and similarly priced restaurants to choose from in the area.

Stick to the burgers here. They would be worthy of a five if they were consistent. But tonight my bun was chilled. Perfectly cooked medium rare burger. Fries pretty darn good too. Why the two stars?
Ribs were lame, greasy, lousy smokey sauce, and overpriced. Salad comes with packaged dressing. Coleslaw is bought from The Jewel I think. Chilled mug for my beer the server put the table napkin inside the glass, all three times I ordered (so it was planned for «convenience»). What finger germs ended up in my glass (i drank from the bottle instead). Owner should be less worried about who parked in his newly paved lot (using vulgarity as he described it upon my arrival (with my children).
A Glen Ellyn classic that has seen better times. I will be heading elsewhere next time i am looking for a $ 10 burger.

So this burger comes out… bun, meat and cheese — open faced half and half. But, the meager cheese slice had a husky hair on it, black to contrast the yellow. GROSS. My husband tried to tell me it’s an eyelash or eyebrow hair like that makes a difference! Something fell off another human and landed on my food and the waitress didn’t even bother to look at what she out down in front of me. It was really easy to see. Left it like that on the table, paid the bill and left, obviously will never return to an establishment that even more obviously doesn’t not use hair nets.

Used to go here at their old location, just down Roosevelt — years ago.
Came back after a local art show, and ordered the same thing… burger + fries.
Always good, and have those thin fries that just seem different.
Good food, close by, and good place for a quick grab…

I’ve easily driven past this place ten thousand times without ever considering going in, but when my bestie and her ‘rents wanted to try dinner there last night, I was happy to oblige and try something new.
The place has a mild knightly theme, with chain link window paneling inside, stained glass, and two knights just chillin in the lobby. The place is adorned with model ships, fireplaces, etc. It’s carpeted, the furniture is old, and the menu is cheesy (Sir Rueben of Rye sandwich, anyone?) and yet, it’s comforting and familiar. Like your favorite diner, with chain mail.
I had the aforementioned Sir Rueben and it was delicious. Everyone at our table enjoyed their food. With cocktails, beers, onion rings as an appetizer and everyone getting a full meal, our bill for six people was barely $ 100. The staff was perfectly polite and functional and fine. They obliged taking a silly picture of us with the lobby knight. It was great.
I would definitely return for another night of average and inexpensive food and fun.

Went here decades ago when it was down the street. Same menu as before but now the accept credit cards. I have friends who have lived away from the area for decades visit here when in town.
That said– lionburger and fries delivered in a basket– their mainstay. Taste? Not the best nor the worst. I always order the shrimp and fries.
Cozy tables, bring the family. Not gourmet but will fit the bill with a group.

Deep fried delights and good old fashioned burgers. This place is a blast from the past with wood paneling and a family friendly feel.
Everything is delicious and the kids burger isn’t any smaller than the standard one. Everything comes with fries.

Fun, funky and family friendly neighborhood gem. I went to dinner there tonight with my boyfriend before a concert at the nearby MAC performing arts center. This popular restaurant has fast service– we were in and out in about an hour — and a relaxed, happy atmosphere. I enjoyed a Mediterranean chicken burger, well seasoned, with good quality bun. it was served with Tzatziki sauce, and a baked potato for the side dish. my boyfriend had the chicken and rice soup. Both were good and a great value.
The menu is has a broad selection of burgers (beef, turkey or chicken), and sandwiches. There are some entrees too.
Nice to frequent a local joint and when in the mood for a throw back we’ll return!

Very good food u feel like your home. Simona the bartender was very nice and helpful. Good job guys!!!

This was my childhood favorite burger joint. Grew up eating here with my parents, returned during college with friends and today with my own family.
Their loin burgers are made fresh daily. Went with the patty melt and upgraded to rings instead of fries. Burger was fresh, onions grilled nicely and the rye was the right texture for a burger.
For an app, always liked their fried zucchini. It is served with a ranch sauce that has something different than your regular salad dressing. Used it for the rings afterwards.
Would rate this place a solid four stars, with one extra star for the nostalgia. This place has been around for a long time for a reason.

It’s Okay. Nothing great about this very dark and not too appealing place. It’s been around forever and it looks like it. Burgers okay but no lettuce or tomato just the burger thrown on top of some average fries. $ 8.95. I had 8 shrimp again thrown on some fries $ 15.95 ouch! There’s better in the neighborhood. If you want slightly less than average this is your place.
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So I hear this place has been around a while, but not always at the location it’s currently at. I came here once a few years ago for their burgers… very good, but not life changing or anything. Seeing I didn’t have an awful experience here, I bought two double take deals to come back. It’s convenient, and they have a nice little low carb selection on the menu. I visited Alfie’s again last week on Thursday at 5pm — perfect time for dinner, it got pretty crowded soon after that. I read great reviews about the ribs, so I decided to try them. They weren’t amazing but not terrible either. I’ve had better, but you get some decent ribs and a side for a decent price. The meat falls off the bone, so that’s always a good sign of decent ribs.
We had two servers, I believe one was training — I believe that could have been a bit better, they seemed rushed about everything, and we weren’t even sure they were going to bring back the change or were keeping it for a tip after paying the bill so we had to track one of them down.
The atmosphere in here is neat though… medieval kind of place. I have another double take deal, so I’ll be returning soon!

This place is literally a 55+ establishment, they run Wheel of Fortune in the bar when the Chicago Bulls are playing… That tells you about the clientele age.
I use to like this place when I was 12 years old, I went back 10 years later and the quality really is so-​so. The burger patty is decent, my bun was a touch stale. The onion rings I still enjoy. HOWEVER, I got a cup of chili and it literally was not chili at all — it was like all the beans and meat in chili, served in chicken broth; there was no red coloring indicating the presence of chili powders of any sort. No chili flavor at all. I swapped it for the chicken noodle soup, which was pretty under seasoned and so-​so on its own. The side salad we got is pretty uninspired but adequate.
Prices honestly seem a touch high when you start adding sides to your meal and the onion rings. There is a lot of competition in the $ 9 burger space these days.
I think standards of eating have increased a lot and this place is catering to their older clientele. They are still packed, but for my druthers I think you can do better for a burger. Which is a shame!

I’m sorry, but this place should have stayed where it was. N
Back when I was in college it was a great place, with even greater food! We stopped in last Sunday after s drive out west, and there was nothing good at all. I know why they keep it so dark. Everything is falling off the walls and I don’t know what was hooped under the table. The waitress was pleasant enough, if she had taken the time to actually talk to us. Apathy is the word. Our potato skins were inedible, we could’nt even get our teeth into them, and my grilled cheese was both cold and burnt. My husband ordered a salad, and we think it’s good that we couldn’t see it! Sorry Alfies!

Love this restaurant. We’ve been coming here since our realtor brought us here for lunch when we moved to Wheaton nearly 34 years ago. The ribs are the best I’ve eaten anywhere. Their burgers are outstanding and the split pea soup on Tuesday nights is to die for. Come visit. You won’t be sorry and u won’t leave hungry!

My absolute favorite burger since I was 10 years old! (So 30+ years now!). I rarely ever order burgers from other restaurants, if I have a taste for one, it’s got to be from Alfies!
I love Alfies, love a big table by the fireplace, the older, dark décor, and sharing a piece of my childhood with my kids.
I don’t always love the sometimes slow, sometimes rushed service, but it is what it is.
I no longer live in Wheaton where I grew up, but once every 3 – 4 months or so we make the hour drive to eat dinner at Alfies or always make sure to stop if we are in that area at dinner time.

Alfie’s is consistently good. The food is affordable, the service is good, and the food is good. This is a good family friendly place to stop for a burger, sandwich, or butt steak. (Ha ha, I said butt)

Is it an insult to say that it’s much cleaner and nicer when you drive up to it, than you would expect. just from driving by?
Well, it is. Outside it feels amazingly well kept.
Inside. it’s kind of vintage. You know, old school. The décor is dated but clean feeling (thank goodness that you can’t smoke in restaurants anymore) It’s kind of dark and the menu is limited to what is basically bar food. burgers ribs etc…
I started with a bowl of Chili… and it was a pleasant surprise. not old school but rich and complex… some kidney beans. but also black beans, ground beef, ground pork and Chorizo sausage. with some onions, cheese and hot sauce. it was pretty damned delicious.
Lisa had the Blue Cheeseburger and I had a Cheddar Cheeseburger. The burgers are very good and taste homemade, they use a good quality bun. The fries are just ok. they are the relatively thin ones (not my favorite style) but the were served hot and crispy. The ribs are supposed to be good, but with so many great BBQ places around. I don’t know if I would go back for them.
We enjoyed the food and the comfortable atmosphere.
Service was efficient, if you’ve never been here before, you don’t pay your server. you pay the cashier on the way out

Good restaurant, I can recommend the calamaris appetizer and ther Burgers.