I love Homewood Grill!…read more If you are from Effingham or traveling through the area, then you must stop by! They have an interior walk up and drive through. The food menu is all fried food (reason for 4 stars). However, the star is the ice cream novelties. They have items called shake-n-mores which is like their version of a blizzard or concrete. They have DOLE whips in different flavors which you cannot find fresh outside of Florida! They have sweets for all as some items are vegan, gluten free and sugar free. Grab one of their ice cream pies for your next event. They are a family owned - woman ran business and everyone was so nice and polite. If you have a little assistance you can make this place pretty accessible. The only concern was that there was not a diaper changing station. They only have outdoor seating so you may have to take your treats and eats to go. But it is great they are open all year round. Check out all the fun art from the trash cans all the way into the restroom. I cannot wait until my next trip back to Homewood Grill!

Non dairy & vegan options available here . Really cute spot . Service was wonderful. They offer ice…read morecream pies here as well.

Inside a supermarket that seems untouched by time--Kirby Foods in Effingham--you'll find a…read moretrain-themed eatery called "The Iron Horse." Staffed almost entirely by high schoolers, they still managed to craft a Breaded Pork Tenderloin (BPT), which is so impressive, you'd think it could only be made by someone with a divorce or two under their belt. The balance of juice to crunch was nearly perfect. While some might find it slightly under-pounded and gently fried, the quality of the loin itself was so exceptional that any shortcomings were easy to overlook. The breading's seasoning was a bit subtle for my taste, but the fundamentals were so solid that nitpicking felt irrelevant. The tray was teal. The mustard was yellow. The meat was quality. The vegetables were crispy. The Onion rings are ideal. ...all for under $10.

This establishment is actually inside the IGA. It is cafeteria style, with a salad and soup…read morebuffet. It also seems for at least the lunch time, they set up some main meal such as chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, rolls and a few dessert options. I didn't go with the salad/soup bar, but it looked really good and I'll probably take that option next time. But wait, there's more ! As mentioned, this a cafeteria style cafe, serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. The menu has a good variety of foods. The breakfast menu seems to cover the basics, and for lunch/dinner, the items range from chicken, ham, pork, roast beef, fish and of course all the basic sides, such as corn, mashed potatoes, and oh my gosh, some really nice looking desserts. The chocolate pie was really good ! But wait, there is another cool thing to add. If you are hankering for a nice, fresh submarine sandwich, well just go on over to the deli where they have fresh breads and serve up Boar's Head deli meats and cheeses, custom made by super friendly sandwich assemblers and then you can eat it in the dining area... it does not get any better than this folks ! And wait till you see the prices, as they are very wallet friendly, especially considering the quality and quantity of the food you get here ! I'm so happy this place is so close to my work and you can bet I'll be a regular here !!

I always enjoy a visit to Culver's, be it for their excellent butter burgers or their ice cream…read more Hard to drive past one!

The food was good. On April 20th in the late afternoon I ordered online. I have always picked my…read moreorder up in the drive through. They told me to pull forward and employees kept asking for my number. I didn't have one. When the boy brought the food I said thank you (10 minutes later and food was cold). He said "You know you were supposed to pick this up curbside". He was very rude and condescending. I felt bad for getting it wrong but I won't go back. There was no reason to be so rude. If I had known they changed the rules I would not have gone through the drive through, Culver's is always my favorite place to stop. But I won't in Effingham anymore. I said a prayer for the little bad word and am moving on.

This place is amazing and dog friendly the food is amazing, the bee is amazing , and the staff is…read moreamazing and the ambiance is fancy and rustic it's amazing!!!

Amazing spot! Love the interior. We stopped in for dinner last week and so happy we did. The inside…read moreis gorgeous and the service was outstanding. Aja was out waitress and explained that Firefly is farm to table. We tried their spicy pineapple vodka drink and it was stellar, had two. For entrees, we both had the wrapped filet. Cooked to perfection. We also split the brussel sprouts and they were amazing. Lastly we had the brownie with ice cream and it was decadent and delicious. Everything was a 10/10. Highly recommend!

We're on the way to Ohio and dozing off along 70 and Apple Maps referred us to Joe Sippers. What an…read moreamazing name! We walked in and loved to see the plants and the genuine decoration in the place. The woman who took our order was nice and patient. We asked for light ice and were given that. I ordered a dirty chai and YES! Has a great chai flavor and overall lovely balance between sweet and spice. Danny got an Americano which he says is really good and smooth. We even got to draw flowers while waiting for our coffee. It was quick and a great stop for us on our journey. Only comment is we got a sleeve on our cup that was unneeded because we both got iced coffees. We like to reduce waste!! Thanks so much!!!

Back again, road stop, one year later!…read more Perhaps even better than it was then. Soup (red pepper bisque) & salad (w/Thai-inspired dressing) both really fine. Veggie wrap had remarkably fresh ingredients for mid-west, mid-winter). Portions were nearly gigantic! Friendly, prompt service. Super cute, spacious dining area. Good on 'em! Keep it up!

Tucson Hills Winery is one of the best winery experiences I've had in a long time. Chase and Carter…read moremade the entire visit stand out from the moment we walked in. They were welcoming, knowledgeable about every wine on the menu, and made the tasting feel relaxed and fun. They took the time to walk us through the different flights, recommended great pairings, and genuinely cared about making sure everyone was enjoying themselves. You can tell they take pride in their work and in the winery. The atmosphere here is calm and comfortable, perfect for hanging out with friends or just unwinding. The wine itself was excellent, but the service from Chase and Carter is what truly made the experience memorable. Highly recommend stopping by Tucson Hills Winery, and definitely ask for Chase and Carter if you want a great visit.

Traveling again through Effingham, IL. We will stop again at the Winery for an overnight stay in…read moreour Coach. This late in the season, the fields have been plowed. Great wine selection and food menu is simple and tasty. It's a beautiful building with a very comfy decor inside. The outside patio is great since weather is cool but nice. Highly recommended.

I had to wait 10 minutos in drive thru to receive one of my blizzards like this. After I complained…read moreand asked for a new one, they told me to park in front and they would get me a new one. Waited 15 minutes just for me to find out they forgot I was waiting. I asked for a refund and they ended up giving me my refund and two free blizzards. The PIC was friendly, but the other employees were unprofessional. In the end, the ice cream was valid.

Well you see I'm very disappointed in DQ Grill and Chill today. I usually love their blizzards and…read moretheir bbq wings. But today o went and ordered a caramel toffee cookie blizzard. It was delicious but a little too crunchy. I wondered why it was so crunchy, until I lifted my spoon out of my ice cream and noticed a black chunk. Upon further inspection, I realized it was a spider. This was a decently big spider. I immediately began to feel sick. What if I had consumed spider eggs? Luckily, my friend Bailey was brave enough to inform the cashier of the issue, and I received a new blizzard for free. I will not eat this blizzard but will be giving it to my brother Wade. Dairy Queen, today you disappointed me but I will be back again after I have healed from this trauma.

Rating: 11/5 (Math is hard, but this pizza is easy to love)!…read more Listen, don't let the location fool you--this isn't just "campground food," this is a religious experience on a crust. I was having a mid-life crisis trying to choose a pizza, but the owner stepped in like a culinary guardian angel and steered me toward the Pickle Paradise. It was prepared perfectly and had that "just the right amount of weird" I was looking for. Who knew pickles belonged on pizza? My husband went for the Sausagefest (insert joke here), and it was a total hit. They absolutely nail that authentic Chicago tavern-style thin crust--thin, crispy, and cut into those beautiful little party squares so you can pretend you're eating less than you actually are. The seating area is super cozy and the service was top-notch. If you haven't been here yet, what are you even doing with your life? A must-visit!

Pizza was amazing as always definitely my favorite place. The ingredients are so fresh and crust…read morewas perfect.Was impressed this evening with the great customer service. They are so friendly.

This is a tough one to rate. We stopped in our journey for the night and were hungry so we went…read morenext door from the hotel. It is a bar with food and it appears to cater to the trucking industry. It was late and there were only a handful of customers. Everyone seemed friendly. I had the special, which was a ny strip and twice baked potato. Not bad at all but the server compared it to Ruth Chris and I can tell you that there isn't a comparison. RC doesn't take a potato out of a bag and heat it up. The steak, while very good for the price, was not seasoned and it was tougher than a steak house steak. Good, great value but not the same. My wife had a walleye sandwich, it was very good. Here is why I only gave it 2 stars: It is a trucker hotel/bar. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that but I would not recommend it for children. We endured listening to loud rap during our meal. It is a bar and I don't promote taking kids to adult venues.

Got my order wrong. Gave me a completely different type of burger than i ordered. The burger i…read moredid get was decent, although it was a plain cheeseburger. If you get a to go order open it before you leave.

Tanner was a great server. He actually listened and made sure we got our food exactly as requested.read more

Country Store; The best part of this place was the country…read morestore ! Loved all the nostalgic goodies. Rainbow Brite , Raggedy Ann, Strawberry Shortcake , Hello Kitty , Blues Clues , Lilia & Stitch , Grinch , Snoopy , candies , decorations , yummy candles , body care , clothing and more ... much more. The restaurant; Service was slowwww but our server was really sweet . I was able to place a vegan order but wouldn't recommend a vegan to eat here. Food is mostly heavy fried comfort type entrees. My husband said his food was good but pretty bland & poured quite a bit of hot sauce on his meal.