I've been going to Big Dog's Rancho location for a little over five years. Their beer is good, and the food is not bad. Like a lot of places, it depends on what you order. Tonight I had their Friday Fish Fry Special. It was catfish, and it was OK. Definitely fresh and not fishy or soggy. I just prefer a crisper crust. The cole slaw was eh - better than a lot of places, because they make it themselves, but it was over-dressed. Their fries were not that great. Just average, not seasoned, not that hot/fresh.
I always like the service. Even when they are busy, they are still pretty on top of things and are friendly. I wish they would close off the bar more, because it is smokey.
Their brats are good, and the beer cheese soup is also very good.