The service & ice cream was very good! I'll definitely be…read moreback. Never once have I had a bad experience here

This place is a time-warp back to 2015! I suppose they started it when self-serve fro-yo was a big…read morething, and it just somehow hung on in town even as the trends shifted. In any case, the ice cream is pretty good. Not spectacular, but they have a lot of flavors and they come through pretty clearly. Pecan was probably a highlight, berry and chocolate were about average.

Absolutely adorable spot right in downtown Carterville! The staff is so friendly, and the place is…read morespotless inside....modern, bright and welcoming. There's plenty of outdoor seating, including shaded tables under a pergola, and a few spots inside if you want to cool off. They have some really unique and delicious ice cream flavors (plus shakes, floats, and something called a "pazookie" that looked amazing!). My ice cream was perfect, creamy and rich! It's such a nice local place to grab a treat, relax outside, and enjoy a small-town vibe done right. Highly recommend stopping by if you're anywhere near Carterville!

The service was excellent at this little ice cream shop. We loved the flavors offered settling on…read moreSticks n Stones and Rhubarb Crumble. De-lish-ous

This is really a spot where you stop in to grab a box of cookies and go. I think there is only two…read moresmall tables for seating. But honestly I never paid too much attention. They do offer do offer online ordering. So if you want a specific cookie order online and pick it up. They also offer delivery. It's a bit pricey but it's a good spot for my favorites like chocolate mint and snickerdoodles. Don't keep them in the box if you want them to stay fresh. As soon as you get to where you're going, be sure to put them in an airtight container. It seems that they will only stay fresh for a few hours in the box.

First time I've ever been in an Insomnia Cookies establishment. Their cookies were amazing -…read morefresh, warm, and delicious!! I had the chocolate chunk (250 calories), and the white chocolate macadamia (270 calories). It's nice that they post the number of calories for each cookie, but note to Management, people buying your cookies probably could care less about the number of calories in your cookies, Ha! The reason for a 3-star rating was the customer service fell short. There was no greeting, no smiles, and when I started to pay with cash, he stated that they were not accepting cash due to COVID-19....hmmm ok. Then when I left, there was no "have a nice day". Final verdict, go for the cookies - they're worth it.

I've been here twice, and there's a lot to like. The strawberry and Nutella dessert crepe is on…read morepoint, and goes well with strawberry or vanilla ice cream. The roast beef savory crepe is also tasty -- though a little light on meat. In terms of the milk tea, it is passable. The tapioca pearls are cooked properly, but the tea itself is nothing special. That said, for the price, it's hard to go wrong. The interior could use some work. It's a bit run down, and the paper towel dispensers in the bathroom don't work great. Meanwhile, the service is solid. They were very patient and friendly with my kids.

Checked out this cafe in Carbondale. It has good options for lunch and later. Blend is known for…read morehaving lighter fare. Prices aren't that bad either even with it being one of the nicer restaurants around here. The crepes can be meaty or vegetarian among the many options. Basically this place is all staffed by SIU students with it being close to the campus. It's a scenario that seems like a recipe for disaster. That's not the case entirely. Can be a bit of a wait of course. The menu isn't that big, so it helps keep things running smoother. It's about $5 for a crepe. They have savory and sweet. Among the savory ones, we tried the mushroom. These were good and light enough that we didn't get filled up. For dessert you can get sweet ones. These include fruit fillings and whipped cream on top. Good place for tea and crepes. It's located on University Avenue at Mill Street. They frequently close for school events and vacations.

Great service super good food local fair a real gem. I totally enjoy it…read more I typically order carry out, but it is very quaint downstairs and very nice

We sat at the bar on a busy Friday. Fun vibe and variety of menu choices. Had the steak and frites…read morewhich was delicious. Had to ask about gluten free options, but servers were quick to ask chef.

Yucky homeless people came in and smelt like raw unadulterated sewage. Food was okay but they…read moremessed up my order because they were training. Place was wholesome before the local boogiemen came in.

The food is always fresh and the service and cleanliness is always great. I would highly recommend…read moreit over other Dairy Queen's in the Southern Illinois area.

The food was amazing and the price was just right service was really good and it's a great…read moreatmosphere !

I will never return. They nickel and dime you for the most ridiculous things. Since when is butter,…read moresour cream and chives a loaded baked potato for three dollars extra it says you get two sides with your steak and it's three dollars extra for a side salad which is not considered one of the included side options. Then three dollars for a side of creamy horseradish most ridiculous charges I've ever seen and I travel every single week all over the country. What a joke would've been so much happier driving to Marion for a normal restaurant. Won't make that mistake again. $10 of extra bs charges. Beware. I should've looked at the 3.7 rating before going here.

Not the best Indian in Carbondale. I ordered the Chicken Vindaloo and the chicken was a little on…read morethe drier side. Garlic nan was not very soft and a bit tough to eat. Honestly the high ratings surprise me a little. I am not a local and if you are not as well, I would advise you dont take advice from them on where to eat. The only justifiable reason for ordering here rather than Bombay Olive would be the lower prices, but I personally prefer to spend a little more cus it it just that much better.

Overall, it is disappointing after waiting so long to try the new restaurant in town…read more We got a mix of the breads, raita, biriyani, haka noodles, and the Afghani Tikka, but everything was just not correct. Our order sat on the counter as we were waiting on one more thing, so the breads had no chance of being good and everything else was cold. The biriyani is dry as sand, the noodles were greasy and tiny for the high price, and the experience was about 50 minutes. Maybe I just experienced an off day for the restaurant as they had some mechanical issues, but for the price of nearly $90.00, I would expect better, especially with the regularly high reviews. As for me, I left lunch hungry. Maybe I'll try it again sometime, but I doubt it.

Checked out this family friendly Mexican restaurant in Carbondale. Don Sol is like your standard…read morestrip mall place with margaritas, burritos, and more. It hardly is that authentic, but it's not trying to be though. Honestly it's better than it looks. The prices are kind of expensive unfortunately. Basically this is classic Mexican American food. It's got a few locations, including this one. This has the feel of a big chain to it, though. Anyway, the drinks and food are okay if not expecting much. The high prices make it hard to be satisfied. It's about $12 for a margarita. The Blue Lagoon is made with Blue Curaçao and it got us lit for sure. Food is even more expensive. It's about $15 for the Taco Salad Veggie. This comes in a crispy tortilla bowl, and is filled with broccoli, cheese dip and sour cream which I left off, guacamole, lettuce, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, and zucchini. Good stuff but certainly not worth the charge. The rest of the menu has typical Americanized stuff like fajitas and tacos. For sure it's not bad food. It's located on Giant City Road by University Mall. There's some things okay for vegetarians.

Very authentic and delicious Mexican food. My wife and I have eaten there several times and each…read moretime find a new delicious item on the menu that satisfies our desire for excellent Mexican food.

Got some good things from this locally owned grocery store in Carbondale. It has a lot of natural…read moreand organic stuff. Neighborhood Co-Op is one of those places you can become a member at and get discounts and other things. Maybe the prices are kind of high, but there's a lot of harder to find items. There's a lot in here for plant based eating, as well as for those wanting to eat healthier, and local. Came to get a few things while on a visit and got more than expected. It's bigger than it looks. There's a lot of aisles, and has a good amount of baked goods, along with some pretty fresh produce. A lot of natural and organic items. They have a lot of the Applegate Farms products if you want organic meats and sausage. Of course there's plenty of plant based. They have non dairy items like nut milks and yogurts. In the bakery there was vegan zucchini bread. The prices in here are kind of high, but if you become a member you get coupons and specials. Has to be a stop if you're shopping for organics around here. It's located in the Murdale Shopping Center on West Main Street. There's a ton of things for vegans and vegetarians.

I'm impressed with this store. It's well stocked with…read more fresh organic produce. There's bulk items one can bag such as nuts, granola, and coffee beans to name a few. All coffee beans are organic. The regular (with caffeine) beans offered are Espresso, Ethiopian, Guatemalan, Columbian, and Peruvian and sell for $15.99/lb. The Decaf beans offered are French Roast and Breakfast Blend for $18.49/lb. If you enjoy baking they have a nice lineup of Bob's Red Mill products including several gluten free, non GMO, flours. King Arthur products are also available, although not as numerous. When I make my homemade chili or spaghetti sauce I use organic Muir Glen whole peeled tomatoes, sauce, and paste. I was happy to see all were available here. The only other product I'll comment on is their ice cream - Alden's. The best ice cream (IMHO) is Alden's Vanilla Bean. It's organic, has all natural ingredients (no high fructose corn syrup), and tastes delicious! It's made in Oregon and I've found that a lot of major chain stores do not carry it. If you get a chance to try it, it's a must! They have a "Hot Bar" where hot food can be purchased separately or as a whole meal. Daily specials are listed on the board behind the counter. While shopping one of the employees asked me if I was finding everything ok. I thanked him and thought it was nice of him to ask. Other employees were busy putting new products and produce on the shelves but took time to say hi and they seemed to be enjoying their work. The setting is in an older building that's part of the old Murdoch Shopping plaza. It's a comfortable feeling while shopping - no hustling and bustling here. Coops are a really great idea and this one comes through with shining colors! It's hard to eat healthy these days but shopping here makes it a lot easier. If you haven't already, please check them out...and eat healthy!