A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor? If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail? Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago. We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.
A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru.
This “highway” allowed for many cities along the Canal to come to life. And today, these cities blend history with a modern sophistication and authnetic charm that will definitely make for a delightful trip. With delightful restaurants like Tallgrass Restaurant (Lockport, IL) and Nick’s Tavern (Lemont, IL), boutique shops like Betty’s (Morris, IL) and Weeta's Boutique (Ottawa, IL), and excitement like The Forge: Lemont Quarries (Lemont, IL) and Chicagoland Speedway (Joliet, IL), a visit to the I&M Canal will be an experience to remember.
Over 35 years in business in Starved Rock Country, serving lunch and dinner daily from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. They have live entertainment and video games and are home to the Cheeseburger In Paradise. They have 52 import beers with two major imports on tap and 10 new burgers and smokehouse items available, waiting for you to try them.
Al’s Steak House is one of the oldest steak houses and upscale dining restaurants in Joliet. Al’s Steak House has a warm atmosphere and a reputation for service the best charbroiled steaks in the Chicagoland area. One of the specialty items on Al’s menu are the Grecian style stakes served with Al’s own double baked potato. Al’s also has a variety of fresh fish delivered daily to offer the tastiest meals around.
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In the burgeoning suburb of Downers Grove, three men with a passion for beer formed Alter Brewing Company. Alter Brewing has become a friendly hub where novices and experts alike can gather in their appreciation of craft brewing. Alter Brewing is located in the Ellsworth Industrial Park off Belmont Avenue. Here is where you will find their spacious taproom with 12 rotating taps, a 20-barrel brewing system, canning line, and two private event spaces. They are a diverse and passionate ...
A local treasure right in Naplate, Illinois. Annie’s Hideaway offers some of the area’s best fine dining experience. Annie’s Hideaway provides guests with great food in an old north woods environment. The King Prime Rib and slab of ribs are both delicious and mouthwatering. Plus, meals come with a loaf of hot bread and a salad. Treat your taste buds to mouth-watering experience at Annie’s Hideaway.
Perched on a bluff high above the scenic Illinois River Valley is this laid-back bar. Cool off with your favorite cocktail or try a craft beer, made just for us by Leinenkugel and Tangled Roots Brewery. Lunch and dinner are served daily.
Take a break from your kitchen and step into ours! Barrel & Vine's menu features dishes that include trending sharables, fresh seafood, steak grilled to perfection, locally sourced salads, and unique hand-helds, just to name a few. Pair one of those items with a crafted cocktail, a local or global wine, or a whiskey from our extensive whisky selection! WE look forward to meeting you!
A unique pairing of quality food, service, & ambience located in Downtown Ottawa, Illinois. Chose from a wide variety of sushi rolls, specialty rolls, burgers, sandwiches and mac and cheese. Build your own burger or enjoy a specialty BASH cocktail. This is the perfect location for a romantic date or a night out with friends!
Here's your chance to have a glass of wine or party in a newly restored historic castle. Bishops Hill is a newly-opened fully functioning winery that's a stone's throw away from Downtown Joliet.
The winery imports grapes directly from California, and use their years of wine making experience to produce the best wine possible. They are currently developing their processing tunnel using an unearthed tunnel below the castle that will keep their wines at a consistent 57 degree ...
Small-batch bakery and coffee shop, proudly serving Intelligentsia coffee. Baked goods include scones, bagels, cookies, cupcakes, macarons and more! We also provide monthly unique coffee specials, teas, lattes, & more! We love bringing a cozy coffee shop vibe to Streator, Illinois & Starved Rock Country!
Burger Theory in Joliet focuses on gourmet burgers. Their beef burgers are a special blend of certified angus beef chuck, brisket and short rib, served on a potato bun. Diners can even customize the meal to excite their taste buds to create the perfect meal. Save room for dessert! Signature house made mini-desserts are served in individual mason jars. Burger Theory providers diners with an open and innovative layout that meets a casual and rustic design to create a fun, inviting, ...
Cajun Connection in Utica (near A, href="http://heritagecorridorcvb.com/Attractions/Starved-Rock-State-Park>Starved Rock State Park), provides foodies with the most authentic Cajon experience possible. From Boudin to Red Beans and Rice, Cajun Connection guarantees it will be authentic Cajun. The Cajun Connection features many recipes from the owner’s family, where he was raised in the swamps near Lake Charles, Louisiana. At Cajun Connection, you will find many authentic Louisiana ...
Casa Mia in Naplate, has been one of the finest restaurants for the past 63 years. This culinary delight features steak, seafood, pasta and daily specials. The steak and prime rib are so mouth-watering, they are done perfectly every serving. If you have room for dessert you will want to try the mouse cake, it comes highly recommended. Casa Mia is a popular dining venue with limited seating, so you will want to make a reservation.
Located in beautiful downtown Ottawa; Cat's Eye wine bar in a new eclectic wine bar with wonderful urban vintage charm with a cozy neighborhood feeling. Wines are rotated seasonally and also offer handcrafted cocktails, spirits, barrel aged beers and clever plates.
We believe you should have a wonderful wine experience. You don’t have to know a lot about wine. Just as long as you know what you like. Over 60 wines, but also craft beer, seasonal drinks & spirits.
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Chapin’s East is a beautiful upscale / casual banquet hall that can hold up to 300 guests for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, corporate meeting, and off-site catering needs. The knowledgeable and friendly staff take the stress out of the event planning and provide seamless execution of every event. Their highly regarded chef provides a wide variety of the highest quality and delectable foods. Twin Rail Pub is your favorite local pub located in the heart of Downtown Minooka. Twin ...
Cherry Hill Café in Joliet is one of the best cafes in town. Cherry Hill Café serves lunch and dinner, but at breakfast time it is the place to be. The menu offers a variety of breakfast creations that are not only delicious but are sure to fill you up for the day. With fare so good, a dining experience at Cherry Hill Café will have you eating like a local.
Casual, family-owned joint since 1946 offering thin-crust pizza & Italian entrees plus beer, wine & speciality cocktails. We can cater your party or function.
Chicago St. Pub has been a staple for drinking and dining in Downtown Joliet for many years now. The perfect dinner combination is waiting for at Chicago Street Pub, a Rueben and a pint. The pub is known for their excellent dining options which include traditional Irish Fare. Chicago Street Pub is Joliet’s premiere music venue for live original music. Chicago Street Pub is favorite place for the locals to grab a drink.
Treat yourself to some of the best eats in the Chicagoland area. Chuck’s Southern Comforts Café is one of the Chicagoland’s most inspired blend of Mexican, Cajun-Creole, and the best slow cooked smoked BBQ. You’re bound to find something on the menu that you will love. Their Voodoo lounge has a late night mouthwatering menu to enjoy for nights out. Don't miss their great beer selection as well!
Clarks Run Creek Wine & Gifts is located near Starved Rock State Park. Clarks Run Creek is the perfect environment for getting a taste of the local culture and spending time with friends. The wine store features a great selection of wines from all around the world, as well as many Illinois wines such as Spirit Knob, Blue Sky, Kickapoo Creek and Pheasant Hollow. Enjoy a tasting glass in their spacious and comfortable lounge overlooking beautiful Downtown Utica.
Generations have been gathering for food and spirits at Clayton’s Tap for over 40 years. Clayton’s Tap is your place to grab tasty pub grub while watching the big game or playing billiards. Adjacent to the back room is the beer garden that hosts live entertainment and private parties. So pull up a barstool and enjoy live music, food, and spirits, at Clayton’s Tap, you’re only a stranger once.
CUT 158 Chophouse has a bold vision – to embody the rich tradition of the classic American steakhouse. They keep this tradition alive, but with a modern, sleek twist, bringing you an unparalleled experience every time you dine. Top quality meats grilled on a wood fire grill delivering the most amazing flavors.
Located in downtown Joliet a block from the Rialto Square Theatre and on Route 66, Cut 158 Chophouse will be the premier chophouse for Joliet.
Doc Watson's Smokehouse is a family owned and operated restaurant. We serve a central Texas style BBQ. All of our meats come in fresh every week and is smoked in our wood burning smoker. We do not sauce our meats.
Dock Rotz Tavern in Minooka, Illinois provides home cooked meals, specialty drinks, and one of the best selections of craft beers in the Minooka area. The comfortable atmosphere is favorite watering hole for locals and visitors alike. Plus, there are plenty of TVs to watch the big game on. Grab your friends and stop by Dock Rotz Tavern for a drink and delicious pub food.
Located in the heart of Lockport, Illinois, Embers Tap House is one of the area’s most popular spots. The unique and historical ambiance creates the perfect backdrop for your next casual drink with friends. Embers Tap House interior reflects the hip sensibilities of the surrounding area while also staying true to its tap house roots. The tap house offers over 40 craft beers on tap and your favorite pub food. With a menu and bar full of character, delectable charm, and friendly ...
Since 1963, the Fox family has proudly served what can only be called one of Chicago’s most iconic pizzas. Still family owned and operated, and providing the same legendary service, Fox’s Pizza and Pub’s remain one of Chicagoland’s most popular eateries. Now with multiple locations, you can enjoy Fox’s in both Orland Park or Mokena.
Since 1963, the Fox family has proudly served what can only be called one of Chicago’s most iconic pizzas. Still family owned and operated, and providing the same legendary service, Fox’s Pizza and Pub’s remain one of Chicagoland’s most popular eateries. Now with multiple locations, you can enjoy Fox’s in both Orland Park or Mokena.
Hamburgerseria is bringing back the tradition of gourmet burgers in Joliet. After a day at Chicagoland Speedway, a gourmet burger is the perfect way to refuel. Besides burgers, they also offer delicious sandwiches and desserts. With a variety of mouthwatering burgers you need something to wash them down with. Hamburgerseria features a variety of beer and wine, which pair perfectly with the burger you are eating.
Hank's Farm began as a simple tavern in 1941 and has grown into a welcome restaurant in a converted dairy barn. Hank's Farm strives to bring home spun dishes, country fried chicken, smoked BBQ ribs & slow roasted prime rib in a warm & rustic atmosphere.
The Haunted Trails of Joliet is a unique, year-round “Halloween-themed” family entertainment center. Haunted Trails specializes in family fun, birthday parties, group celebrations, company picnics and events for all ages. Fun amenities include two award winning 18-hole mini-golf courses, two go-kart tracks, plus a junior go-kart track for the little ones, laser tag, batting cages and amusement rides. The Monster’s Tomb Game Room is the place for game lovers to congregate, as ...
Award-winning BBQ, Blues, and Bourbon bar/restaurant offering a variety of menu options, indoor and outdoor seating, carryout, live music, and kids' menu.
Savory smoked brisket, ribs & other meats, plus classic sides & drinks, in a relaxed atmosphere.
Hickory Creek Brewing grows their own hops on their property -- Cascade, Willamette, and Centennial varieties. They use the remaining silo from the former farmstead as a support structure for the hop vines. They also have black walnut, wild pear, crab apple, and mulberry trees on our property, provides an interesting flavor to their beers. Part of the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail.
Donuts! Home Cut Donuts is Joliet’s favorite coffee and donuts headquarters since 1966. They serve over 45 varieties of donuts, eclairs, cinnamon rolls, muffins and cookies. The home-made donuts at Home Cut Donuts is exactly what your sweet tooth has been missing.
Honest Abe’s Tab & Grill is family owned bar and grill in Morris, Illinois. They are famous for their Springfield Shoe sandwich. Much like Abe Lincoln’s political career, the horseshoe sandwich originated in Springfield, Illinois and is considered a favorite among local Illinois cuisine. The tap & grill also features burgers, salads and other local sandwiches. Enjoy a quaint family meal like Abe Lincoln at Honest Abe’s Tap & Grill. Part of the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail and ...
Est. 2018 Hughie McClafferty's is a traditional Irish pub that offers a calm and relaxed atmosphere where you'll find warm, welcome and delicious homemade Irish food served daily.
Ike & Oak Brewing Co. is an independently owned local craft brewery featuring handmade artisan pizza. The brewery prides themselves on bringing together friends, families, and neighbors to share their passion for creating the highest quality beer and food to create a stronger community.
There are two types of people in this world: those who drink coffee for energy, and those who drink for the pure organic love of it. Stop and see us at any of our three locations across LaSalle County.
Freaky is a way of life at Jimmy John’s. Not only are they freaky fast, but they are freaks about fresh bread, meats, and veggies. All meats and fresh veggies are sliced in-house every day. The bread is made every four hours right where you can see it. The magic in creating gourmet sandwiches is when all the ingredients are combined. They provide delivery to your office and catering for you special event.
Located in Downtown Joliet 2 block away from the Rialto Square Theatre and Harrah's Casino at the scenic byway intersection of Route 66 and Lincoln Highway. Enjoy a variety of breakfast and lunch specialties, including pastries, sandwiches made fresh daily, delicious deserts, and our fresh brewed coffee and espresso drinks. Offering wireless internet. Available for private parties. Monday- Friday 7:00am-3:00pm.
Healthy isn't boring and homemade is always delicious! Ask about our daily specials, serving breakfast and lunch. John and Rina's in Utica, Illinois offers carry out and delivery. Come brown John's shop for one of a kind finds!
If you’re looking for a small town, good home cooking, Joy and Ed’s Inn will not disappoint. Joy and Ed’s has daily breakfast, lunch and dinner specials with homemade soup, chili, and homemade pizzas. Before hitting the trails at Starved Rock State Park, your first stop should Joy and Ed’s Inn for the best breakfast you’ll ever have.
Juliet’s restaurant in Joliet is home to the best fine dining experience, and traditional Italian Cuisine in a welcoming sports atmosphere. You will find only the finest food at Juliet’s restaurant from sandwiches and pizza to fish, pasta, and steak. Save some room to treat your sweet tooth to dessert such as chocolate mousse or tiramisu. Make your reservation now for awesome food and fine dining at Juliet’s in Downtown Joliet.
The Lock & Mule is a unique restaurant that marries the crisp, cool bite of artisanal craft beers with the sizzle and heat of open flame cuisine. Our menu is centered around our woodfire grill, using freshly-sourced ingredients from local growers and farmers. Our aim is to deliver an upscale and authentic craft cuisine experience, while still remaining casual, down-to-earth, and welcoming to all.
The Lock 16 Gift Shop is located at the Lock 16 Visitor Center in LaSalle. Gift Shop boasts a wide selection of unique gifts, seasonal décor, cards, books, souvenirs and mementos and exclusive I&M Canal Boat items. No matter the occasion you’re sure to find the perfect I&M Canal themed gifts at the Lock 16 Gift Shop.
Within the Lodge, you’ll find historic ambiance in their Main Dining Room, where the atmosphere is friendly and casual. The Main Dining Room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, while offering delicious food, wine, homemade ice cream and dessert. Sunday Brunch is a favorite staple at Starved Rock.
The former Duffy's Tavern in Utica will reopen as Lodi's Tap House on April 2, 2019. They will be bringing their award-winning burgers (Chicago's Best - Best Burger 2018) and great craft beer to the new location, which will be a must stop while visiting the Starved Rock area.
Thriving on knowledge acquired from five decades of culinary traditions covering four generations of family, Maciano's Pizza and Pastaria specializes in mouthwatering pizzas and authentic Italian cuisine. Using the freshest ingredients, Maciano's award-winning chefs create unforgettable flavors that will tempt any palate.
To savor the delicious tastes of Italy in a warm and welcoming ambiance, visit one of Maciano's eight restaurants, or bring a touch of Italy home by calling ...
Mericha’s has been family owned since 1933. Known for their World Famous “Poor Boys”, they also have excellent fine dining options. Merichka’s cut all of their meat, grinds their own beef, and broil all of their hamburgers and steaks. Merichka’s is Will County’s landmark for fine dining.
Millstone offers handcrafted breads and pastries made fresh from scratch daily using the best ingredients. Influenced by community bakeries from across Europe, Millstone features a variety of artisan breads, croissants, cookies and other handcrafted pastries alone with locally roasted coffee and espresso.
So many of the greatest beers in the world were markers on the journey to brew beer ourselves. They are instructive. They are canon. And we find enjoyment in devoting ourselves to the quest of their honorable replication.
But we also love a good glitch.
Riffing on tradition and interpreting styles in a new way enables Miskatonic to tilt the board and brew with a twist. It’s their way of exploring the curiosities that make beer a constantly evolving idea.
But who knows ...
The Morris Chop Shop specializes in fresh local raised beef, pork and poultry. All of the beef is raised on family farms in Illinois. The Morris Chop Shop cooks all of the meat over a wood burning grill & rotisserie giving it a natural smoke and char distinctive taste over a live fire. All of the food is made from scratch in their kitchen so that you know what is in the food your tasting. All steaks and chops are seasoned with their signature dry rub and served with fresh seasonal ...
MyGrain Brewing is a brewpub located in the historical Joliet Union train station. They offer many craft beer styles as well as great food and an upbeat atmosphere. MyGrain Brewing is a popular destination for Will County area craft beer enthusiasts. MyGrain is more than a brewery, they also serve delicious food such as burgers, reubens, wings, steak and tacos. If you are in Downtown Joliet looking for a good bite and a cold micro-brew, then this is the place.
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If you ask a local in the Heritage Corridor on where to grab a great burger, they'll say "Nick's Tavern" before you can even finish your question. Nick’s Tavern opened in 1945 and is Lemont’s favorite gathering place for drinks, food, and a welcoming atmosphere. Nick’s Tavern features Lemont’s best burgers and drink specials. In fact, it has been voted as the "Best Burger along the I&M Canal" for 2 straight years now. Not much has changed since the early years, Nick’s Tavern ...
Nonie’s Bakery in Utica is family owned bakery and café serving breakfast and lunch. Nonie’s is a quiet relaxed environment to connect with your family before a day of exploring at Starved Rock State Park. Homemade breakfast is made daily starting at 8am. Nonie’s Bakery is a great local bakery to grab your daily espresso.
Come. Stay. Escape.Whether you are with your friends, having a night with someone special or just need to re-energize, let us captivate you with a silky Cabernet or crisp Sauvignon Blanc. We serve wine, classic and contemporary martinis and cocktails, and food that pairs with our enchanting libations. Create your own “wine flight” with the WineStation, a self-service wine bar. Signature charcuterie, salads and sweets. Soulful music.
Owner Eric Schmidt started to forge his appreciation of beer while managing a college bar. It was his first time stepping outside of the traditional “macro brew” world in order to learn more about different styles and how beers were marketed and arrived at the bars he worked at.
From here, Eric began home-brewing as a hobby. The first batch, an attempt at replicating a popular cranberry lambic, was an epic fail. But as he gained experience in brewing, he gained more of an appreciate ...
Since 2008, diners have visited Pelican Harry's Sports Bar & Grill for delicious meals, cold drinks, and exciting special events. Our local eatery in Homer Glen, IL, serves up pizza, burgers, appetizers, and more. Stop in today to enjoy our lunch and drink specials while you catch the latest game, be it the Blackhawks, Bulls, Bears, Sox, or Cubs.
Pesciolino Osteria is an Italian restaurant featuring authentic handmade pasta, fresh seafood, house-made mozzarella and other Italian delights. Each dish is handcrafted with the finest ingredients. Enjoy their signature cocktails, excellent wine selection and artisanal dishes in an intimate setting with a modern rustic vibe. For the best fine Italian dining in the Chicagoland area, make it Pesciolino Osteria.
Pollyanna Brewing Company in Lemont, Illinois, experiments with local fruits and spices, seasonal lagers, barrel-aging, wild yeast, and cider-beers on occasion. Their four flagship offerings best represent Pollyanna and are available year-round. Their intimate and unique taproom is located near the I&M Canal. The taproom offers tasting flights, draft pours, and to-go 64oz growlers or 32oz howlers, as well as tours and a scenic look at the brewery. Bring in or order food and enjoy ...
Are you looking for freshly popped gourmet popcorn? Well, you have found it! Popus Gourmet Popcorn is a family owned gourmet popcorn shop, with fresh warm cheese, caramel, kettle corn, movie b utter and other delicious flavors.
The Public Landing Restaurant and Banquet Center is housed in the historic Gaylord Building in Lockport, Illinois. The Gaylord Building is one of the National Trust Historic Sites and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The building played a vital role in one of the greatest enterprises of the 19th century: the digging of the 96 mile long I&M Canal. The Public Landing boasts a well-manicured spacious outdoor seating area that overlooks the I&M Canal and Lincoln Landing ...
Historical Wedding & Event venue located in the heart of Downtown Joliet accommodating 50-400 guests, offering free parking, old world charm and the historical character your guests will be racing about. Celebrate in luxury and unique ambiance with out extensive gourmet menu, wide variety of choices and sparkling granite cocktail bar. Magnificent grant staircase leading up to the ballroom, open air terrace and patio balcony.
This place is typical of ice cream shops that dotted Route 66 in its heyday, when Broadway was a leg of the highway in Joliet. City leaders restored Rich & Creamy back to its retro appearance from its heyday. Jake and Elwood, “The Blues Brothers,” dance atop the tower wrapped in neon lights.
Hours: Monday – Saturday 11 am-9 pm, Sunday Noon – 9 pm. Open until 10 pm during warm-weather months.
Rosebud Lemont features a grand-ballroom-style dining room and adjacent “Sinatra Room” for multiple spaces that are perfect for entertaining groups of all sizes.
Ask us about catering, we specialize in off-premise parties and can bring the classic Italian to you!
Route 66 Food N Fuel is ideally situated along Route 66 on the southern edge of Joliet near the Chicagoland Speedway. Have your camera ready. Route 66 Food N Fuel features a 1974 Plymouth Fury III “Bluesmobile” resting upon a pole with Jake and Elwood in the care, it’s the prefect Instagram worthy shot. It is a popular photo opportunity while cruising along the “Mother Road” Route 66. The Route 66 Food N Fuel has everything you need for your journey from Pop’s Italian Beef & ...
Rubi Agave Latin Kitchen, Tequila and Whiskey Bar is a fusion latin bistro, cozy neighborhood bar, and small music venue. The world’s best selection of tropical classic cocktails scatter the table while you taste the savory Latin American cuisine.
Skeleton Key Brewery is a micro and craft brewery incubator in Woodridge, Illinois. Skeleton Key Brewing is a community hub for craft beer lovers. A brewery incubator is a place where someone who wants to open a brewery can get hands-on, immersive experience with the actual day-to-day of running a brewery and taproom. Their taproom is one such door, through which you can find delicious beer, camaraderie and community. Their classes are another, through which you can develop an ...
Star Union Spirits is a craft distillery that manufactures small-batch spirits from locally sourced fruits and grains. Founded by longtime winemaking friends, Bob Windy and Jeff Yosowitz in LaSalle just minutes away from Starved Rock State Park. The distillery has a public tasting room where guests are able to view the entrancing copper still and the wonders of spirit distillation and production. Curious visitors are able to sample Star Union Spirits' delicious hand-crafted spirits ...
"A Quiet Surprise on the Prairie"
Known for it's rich history and exciting town events, Streator invites you to explore and interact with their beautiful and welcoming community. The City of Streator has a variety of activities from spring to winter available for everyone to come, participate, and enjoy themselves during their stay.
Sweet Tooth is your one-stop shop for the very best in gourmet chocolate, fudge, ice cream, handmade small-batch gourmet popcorn, nostalgia, and so much more! At Sweet Tooth, "Everyone can be a kid in a candy store!"
Delicious food and good times. Every day is a reunion at Tavern in the Glen. Make sure to check out our Facebook page for live entertainment and happenings!
For anyone who enjoys a good bottle of wine, the Café at Starved Rock Lodge sells Starved Rock label table wines made by Prairie State Winery, created from all Illinois grapes! Glasses of wine are also available for purchase. Combine that wine with a jar of one of their locally made specialty mustards or flavored salsas and jams to wow your guests at your next get together.
The Cheese Shop ‘n’ Deli is located just off the banks of the I&M Canal in Historic Ottawa, Illinois. Satisfying the taste buds of customers since 1970, the Cheese Shop ‘n’ Deli is famous for their homemade soups, sandwiches, salads, fried chicken and Len-Rico’s spaghetti. The Deli also features an eclectic display of antiques and one of Illinois’ largest displays of antique milk bottles. When you dine at The Cheese Shop ‘n’ Deli you will be certain you will leave with your belly ...
At the Country Farmhouse Cafe, we serve homemade, from scratch southern comfort foods! Stop in to our southern inspired buffet where we offer all of the breakfast and brunch favorites of country cuisine. Don't miss our Friday Fish Fry or our delicious Saturday Southern Night.
The Great American Bagel in Joliet is an award-winning bagel bakery and deli concept specializing in big, fresh bagels mixed from scratch and steam-baked daily. Whether it’s their homemade, hand-packed cream cheese varieties, made-to-order deli sandwiches or signature line of Tomazzo pizza bagels, their bagels appeal to all taste buds. The Great American Bagel also serves savory soups and fresh salads. Before heading to Chicagoland Speedway for the big race, swing by The Great ...
The Hi-Way Restaurant in Ottawa, Illinois is your place for great food and cold drinks before a day of exploring Starved Rock State Park. Their menu includes American, Italian, Oriental, Mexican, and Mediterranean items along with specialty sandwiches and a variety of traditional and specialty salads. The delicious food and family dining atmosphere at The Hi-Way Restaurant is accompanied by excellent service. Just minutes from I-80 and Starved Rock State Park, The Hi-Way Restaurant ...
The Lone Buffalo in Ottawa and near Starved Rock State Park, serves good food and beer in a comfortable atmosphere. The Lone Buffalo aims to create each dish so patrons savor every bite. The chefs use fresh products from local farmers and producers in every meal. The menu ranges from pub burgers and salads to ribs and salmon. The restaurant is under the same roof the brewery, Tangled Roots Brewing Company. The neighboring taproom is where you can sample some of Tangled Roots’ ...
Good old home cooking awaits you at The New Chalet Restaurant in Ottawa, Illinois. Voted one of the best restaurants in Ottawa, The New Chalet Restaurant is minutes away from Starved Rock State Park and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Before hiking the area state parks, start your day off with the breakfast of champions. Dinner is perfect for family time, so sit back and relax with a home cooked meal at The New Chalet Restaurant, by the best chefs in Ottawa, Illinois.
We're The Pub and we're a restaurant here in Morris, IL. We offer weekly and daily specials, prime rib, steaks, salmon, specialty burgers, beer, wine, mixed drinks, live music, pool leagues, and much more. We're looking forward to growing our business to continue to serve Channahon, Minooka, Seneca, Ottawa, Coal City, and surrounding areas. We'd like to personally invite you to stop by today for your next meal or drink!
The Red Dog Grill is Starved Rock Country’s best waterfront dining venue. Located in Heritage Harbor Ottawa, the Midwest’s premier getaway destination and marina resort, you will dive into their splendid menu enjoying gourmet American and seafood cuisine while overlooking a world-class marina. Red Dog Grill is the perfect place to enjoy scrumptious apps, mouthwatering burgers and fresh seafood. Enjoy the beautiful marina views from the outdoor patio during the summer, or warm ...
Join us for lunch or dinner and enjoy the panoramic view of Starved Rock and the scenic Illinois River Valley. Order from the menu or try our creative daily special.
Uptown Grill offers polished American Cuisine in a casual environment in the Starved Rock area. Friday and Saturday nights at Uptown Grill are known for the best prime ribs in the Chicagoland area. The char broiled steaks are cut and aged in-house, the seafood, shellfish, and oysters are fresh every day. The full service bar and lounge are the perfect place to sit back and relax. You will find the perfect cocktail to wet your palate, as Uptown Grill has an extensive list of over ...
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