Our Menu
At Big O’s on the hollow, we take pride in serving meals that bring people together. And as a locally owned steakhouse in Freeport, IL, our menu is filled with hearty, flavorful options that showcase everything we love about American dining. From hand-cut ribeye steaks to hand breaded pork tenderloin sandwiches and our beloved Friday Fish Fry and Smoked Prime Rib Saturday nights, every dish is prepared with care and served in the warm, welcoming atmosphere that keeps our guests coming back week after week.
So whether you’re stopping in for lunch, gathering with friends for dinner, or ordering online for delivery, our menu has something for everyone — from comfort food classics like loaded potato soup and a fresh garden salad to adventurous eats like a jalapeno bacon BLT or buffalo bacon swiss chicken sandwich.
Starters & Shareables
We know that a good meal often starts with something to share. That’s why our starter menu includes both familiar favorites and unique items you’ll only find here in Freeport.
- Duck Strips: Our signature starter, featuring tender duck breast breaded in-house and served with sweet and sour sauce. A true fan favorite.
- Alligator Tail: For adventurous diners, this dish is chopped, breaded, and fried to golden perfection, served with tartar sauce.
- Loaded Beer-Battered Fries: Piled high with melted cheese, chopped bacon, and sour cream.
- Jumbo Pretzels: Soft, salted, and served with with melted cheese.
- Chicken Wings: Available bone-in or boneless with 15 different sauce flavors to choose from.
- Classic Apps: Mozzarella sticks, onion rings, jalapeño poppers, breaded mushrooms, chips and salsa, and mini chicken tacos.
Signature Steaks & Entrées
Our reputation as a steakhouse in Freeport, IL, comes from our commitment to quality. Every steak is cooked to your exact preference.
- 16oz Ribeye: Juicy, flavorful, and consistently one of our most popular entrées.
- 10oz Sirloin: A tender, leaner option that still packs plenty of flavor.
- Grilled Pork Chops: Two 6oz chops seasoned and grilled to perfection.
- Pork Ribeye: 8oz boneless pork, marbled and grilled for juicy tenderness.
- Smothered Chicken: Grilled chicken breast topped with sautéed mushrooms, onions, peppers, and cheese.
- Seafood Options: From jumbo shrimp to Pacific cod, we prepare seafood both pan-seared and deep-fried for a meal that feels fresh and satisfying.
Our Famous Friday Fish Fry
If there’s one tradition that defines Big O’s, it’s our fish fry in Freeport, IL. Every Friday, we serve fish all day long, drawing crowds from across Stephenson County and beyond. Options include:
- Pacific Cod
- Catfish
- Walleye
- Bluegill
- Shrimp
- Alligator
Each is available pan-seared with lemon pepper or lightly breaded and fried (except alligator and bluegill, which are fried only). Served with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, and your choice of sides, our fish fry is a Freeport staple that fills the dining room every week.
Burgers, Sandwiches, & Wraps
Our burgers are built from fresh, never frozen, 8oz Black Angus patties, cooked to order and served on toasted buns with endless customization options.
- Famous Burgers: Start with a classic and add cheese, bacon, sautéed mushrooms, jalapeños, or even a jalapeño bacon combo.
- Smothered Chicken Sandwich: Topped with onions, mushrooms, peppers, and melted cheese.
- Prime Rib Wrap: House-smoked shaved prime rib with peppers, onions, cheddar, and mango habanero aioli, wrapped in a jalapeño cheddar tortilla.
- Farmhouse Chicken Sandwich: A grilled or fried chicken breast topped with cheddar, bacon, and BBQ sauce.
- Fried Pacific Cod Sandwich: Two golden fried fillets with tartar sauce and American cheese.
- Not Yo Mama’s BLT: four slices of jalapeno cured bacon, pepperjack cheese, lettuce, tomato and mango habanero aioli on toast.
Every handheld is served with your choice of a side, making them perfect for lunch, dinner, or anything in between.
Pasta & Salads
Looking for something hearty yet comforting? Our pasta and salad menu offers balance and freshness alongside our bigger entrées.
- Fettuccine Alfredo: House-made Alfredo sauce served over noodles, with the option to add fried or grilled chicken, shrimp, or sirloin.
- Big O Salad: A loaded favorite with cheddar cheese, diced tomato, peppers, onion, and crouton’s — or add grilled chicken, ham, turkey or shrimp.
- Classic Caesar & Fajita Supreme: Crisp and customizable salads that can be made into wraps.
Daily Specials Worth Celebrating
Every day of the week offers something new at Big O’s. Our specials make it easy to enjoy your favorite dishes at great prices.
- Monday: $5 burger with one side. ($1.50 more for cheese)
- Tuesday: 3 beef or chicken tacos for $6. upgrade to shrimp, fried fish or carne asada for $2
- Wednesday: add “or hand breaded pork tenderloin” with a side for $8
- Thursday: Grilled pork chop sandwiches with a side for $8
- Friday: All day famous fish fry. 11am-9pm
- Saturday: house-smoked prime rib served with two sides. ready at 5pm
These rotating deals bring variety to our menu and keep locals coming back to see what’s cooking next.
Catering & Event Menu 2025
This table provides guidelines for pricing and menu selections. If you have special requests or alternative ideas, please feel free to ask – we are more than happy to work with you to ensure a deliciously successful event.
Catering Contact: [email protected]
Buffet Side Selections:
Baked Potato
Au Gratin Potatoes
Beer-battered Fries
Tator Tots
Macaroni Salad
Potato Salad
Baked Beans
Mrs. Mike’s Chips
Chips & Salsa
Creamy Coleslaw
Fresh Fruit
Steamed Broccoli
Mixed Vegetables
Garden Salad w/ dressing
Buffet Style
Taco Bar [$10/person]: Includes seasoned ground beef, soft flour & hard corn tortilla shells, shredded lettuce, diced tomato & onion, jalapeno, shredded cheese & nacho cheese, refried beans, tortilla chips, salsa, taco sauce & sour cream, hot sauces
[Add specialty meats or Spanish rice +$2/person]
Half-sized Cold Club Sandwich [$10/person]: Served with two sides
Includes sliced ham & turkey, bacon, American cheese with lettuce and tomato on toast
Full-sized Hot Sandwich [$12/person]: Served with two sides
Includes your choice of Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ pulled pork or BBQ beef
*Half & half available upon request
Add to any event:
Fresh fruit & dip tray
Vegetables & dip tray
Specialty Soup
Charcuterie Board
Cookies or Brownies
Dessert Cakes
Contact us about pricing and availability for these add-ons.
Plated Meals
Full-sized Hot Specialty Sandwich [$14/person]: Served with two standard menu sides
Sandwich choices:
- Smothered Chicken (cheese, mushroom, onion, green pepper)
- 8oz Black Angus Burger (cheese, full garnish)
- Slow cooked Beef Brisket (BBQ sauce)
- 6oz Grilled Pork Chop (full garnish)
- Farmhouse Chicken (Cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce, full garnish)
Full-sized Entrée [$16+/person]: Served with two sides and dinner roll
Entrée choices:
- 3pc Pacific Cod (Deep fried or pan seared)
- Smothered Chicken (cheese, mushroom, onion, green pepper)
- 2pc Grilled Pork Chop
- 8pc Shrimp (Deep fried or pan seared)
- [$22/person] 10oz Sirloin Steak
- [$26/person] 16oz Hand-cut Ribeye Steak
Cocktails, Beer, & More
No meal at Big O’s is complete without a drink from our bar. From creative cocktails to rotating beer selections, we’ve got the perfect pair for your meal. Whether you’re enjoying a ribeye steak with a glass of wine, sipping a cocktail during happy hour, or grabbing a cold beer to go with your fish fry, our bar is ready to serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Experience the Best of Freeport Dining
At Big O’s on the hollow, our menu is built to please — from juicy hand-cut steaks to flame-grilled burgers, comforting pasta, and the area’s best fish fry in Freeport, IL. And as a community favorite and family-owned steakhouse in Freeport, IL, we’re proud to serve hearty meals, creative drinks, and weekly specials that keep people coming back. So whether you dine in with us, celebrate over cocktails with friends, or order online for delivery, we promise every dish is prepared with passion and care.