Billy Bob's - Under the Water Tower

4.5 (378)

105 E Broadway St, Ogden, IL 61859
(217) 582-2277
billybobsunderthewatertower.com

Claimed
American restaurant
Bar & grill

Service options

  • Outdoor seating

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Jacob Dempsey

2024-05

The food was good. They asked how we would like our burgers. We said, "medium rare". They came well done. If you like your burger well done, they were really good. They were still juicy.It took a bit longer than I was expecting for the food to come out, but other than that the service was nice.The atmosphere was nice. It is a quaint small town dinner.

Sofia Dumlao

2023-06

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Alec Geiger

2024-03

Went for lunch with my friend and it was overall an enjoyable experience.The food was fairly priced, especially for the large portion sizes that were given, and the staff was friendly and on top of it.The only downside I had (and this is just me being on the pickier end) was the chicken did taste a little lower in quality in the chef's salad I ordered.I would have liked to tasted breast meat but it was pre-packaged stuff and had a slightly off taste/texture.Overall I would, and will come back in the future!

Jessie Atchie

2023-06

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Melissa Spencer

2024-04

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Laraine Wilkinson

2024-05

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Tiffany Jones

2024-02

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scott bean

2020-06

I had a great meal at a great price the environment and the locals are excellent people it's really a very comfortable place the food is outstanding. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. I had corned beef and cabbage with crab-stuffed shrimp as an appetizer and it was an amazing meal all that and a soft drink for less than 18 dollars.

Debra Wildey

2024-01

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Janice Frerichs

2023-12

If I could give zero I would. After sitting for 30 minutes waiting for our waitress she is found outside smoking. Meanwhile the other waitresses are all sitting with another table flirting nonstop. They look over multiple times and when I asked them for our check they tell me it will be a minute. Absolute rude staff...slow service...and won't be back.

Krisi Harris

2023-06

Love the food! You gotta try the onion rings, absolutely the best. The pork tenderloin is 3x the size of the bun, and the shrimp is always cooked perfectly. The chef salad is yum too. The service is always great, and they're quick with orders. The atmosphere definitely has the "This bar has been here forever" vibe, but who complains about that? Go. You won't regret it.

Tina Olszewski

2023-07

Hadn’t been there in some time. Prices extremely high on entrees even post Covid high. They don’t even put entree prices in the menu. It was very awkward asking for prices and the waitress was kind but seemed too busy for our questions. We split a 12oz ribeye steak and both had baked potato and salad bar and it was $50. Steak was good which is why I rated a 2 versus 1. Everyone was friendly. Table beside us had a terrible experience. They got the fried chicken special and the gentleman said it tasted funny and then he smelled it and it smelled rotten. The waitress took care of them and the bill and handed it very well. I doubt we will ever go back.

Lisa Russell

2024-02

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Geoff

2023-06

I've loved coming to Billy Bob's. I've always had good service until this time. My family got seated quickly. Then we waited over 25 minutes for any kind of acknowledgement. No "I'll be right with you." No drink order. No nothing. We called on the hostess to see about getting service. There was still no change. Tables who came in after us were being served right past us. 5 people running the floor and nothing. We got up and left. This was the worst service I have had here.

Tracy Myers

2024-02

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Eddie Papp

2023-10

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Derreck Nash

2023-06

We always seem to enjoy this place each time we go. I have yet to have a bad experience and have been four times now. It is somewhat a bar setting with pool tables and a few little games here and there nothing major. It seems like a fun atmosphere and down to earth but yet has a gritty side and I say that complimentary. Yes you can bring the kiddos. This seems to be the happening spot of the town when it comes to places to eat.Parking: There is ample parkingKid-friendliness: Yes you can bring childrenWheelchair accessibility: There's also the state requirement of wheelchair and handicap access

Tina Biggs

2023-06

Well I would have to say we won’t be back for awhile. We’ve raved about this place to everyone and what a huge disappointment. This was the worst service we’ve had here. It took over an hour to get our food that was cooked incorrectly. I ordered an 8 oz ribeye medium that there was no pink at all, my husband ordered a 12 ounce prime rib that was probably only 8 oz and once he cut the fat off, ended up being maybe 5 oz and my sister-in-law ordered an 8oz prime rib that was 12 oz but supposed to be medium rare that was at best medium to medium well and all of our baked potatoes were luke warm. The best part of our meal were the salads and appetizers. Then by time we got our food, we were going to order dessert and just take our meal home but the kitchen was closed. We arrived there almost 2 hrs before the kitchen closed. The waitress never once came over to explain why such a long wait. Such a disappointment this time.

Julie W

2023-06

The burger was perfectly cooked and the beer was cold. Our server was courteous and efficient. Cost was reasonable. Atmosphere was comfortable. Will definitely come back.

derreck ferris

2022-06

i hate to give this rating to this place. Heres the reason the food was not good. I ordered the special of the day which happened to be fried cod. My plate comes and everything looks great I grabbed this huge piece of fish from my place and took a bite. After the first bone stuck in my gum I was done.Maybe it is just me but never have I ever had cod with bones in it. At that point my meal was ruined I was done the only thing I can say is that they have excellent service and our waitress was awesome!

Sarah Meyer

2018-06

Went to Billy Bob's with a gift certificate I purchased from The Got Spot and we love trying new places. I got prime rib, my husband got a breaded tenderloin sandwich, and a mushroom appetizer. Everything was fabulous. The food was delicious and they got the salad bar ready for us 20 minutes early because they knew I wanted it. Salad bar has all the good stuff on it from real bacon bits to pasta salad. The service was great. Had a waitress that's probably been there for a long time or has been in food service a long time. I'll be making the hour drive to eat at this little gem again.

Jim Youhas

2022-06

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Kaitlyn Young

2024-02

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Caleb Evans

2023-08

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Star M Wagner

2022-06

Ate at Billy Bob’s tonight with a large group of friends. The waitress’ were very friendly and attentive! Food was great! I was a little disappointed with the drink choices and no menu for specialty drinks! Wanted to try something different! So instead I ordered my old standby of UV blue with lemonade and a splash of grenadine.

Bud W

2023-06

This was my first time there and will be my last. Below average at best. I had the double Patty Melt and the meat was burnt. Not good at all. I highly recommend driving past this place and finding something better

Cheryl Hughes

2024-04

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Joseph Plante

2023-10

Food great. Service great. Atmosphere great. Will be lifelong customer. Live a block away!Kid-friendliness: Waitresses are great with kids.

Cheryl Pease

2023-08

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eric johnson

2019-06

Good spot for food and beer. No draft though. Surprised at that. Food was good. Our group had wings, burger, prime rib; all cooked well. New server took a while with the tablet ordering system but we were in no rush.

Opening Hours

Monday 11 AM-10 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-10 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-10 PM
Thursday 11 AM-11 PM
Friday 11 AM-11 PM
Saturday 11 AM-11 PM
Sunday 11 AM-10 PM

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