JoeK's is everything a hometown diner should be. Good value for the $. Delicious. Great coffee…read moreand excellent service. Try the chicken fried steak with eggs and a biscuit.

Food was good, except their new packaged cinnamon roll they let the dough rise. It was dry like a…read moredoor stop! The rest of the meal was quite good! Service was off the wall super thanks to Renee. She saw to it the meal was perfect for us. There is not much in the line for ambiance. If you are looking for a place fast, go someplace else. We waited, but it was so well worth it... we shall be returning Thank you Renee

Good little diner with small town appeal. Super friendly staff and good food ! Good sized menu,…read more mediocre prices. Not the cheapest ,not the most expensive. Fresh made desserts!

The food is great. The service is great, the waitresses are always nice and respectful and they…read moreeven talk to you. It's a clean environment. I would recommend this to eat at. They serve breakfast and lunch all day. Very good place to eat.

Dive Bar with a kick ass kitchen. I can't believe it has taken me this long to write a review. I've…read morebeen here numerous times and each of them was a rewarding experience. The menu has changed a little since I started dining here, but all the food has been delicious. Always pay attention to the daily specials, because they are always worth considering. You cannot go wrong with their wings, fries and a cold beer. My most recent visit, I enjoyed the Black & Bleu Burger with the premium side of Onion Rings. It was Blackened Ground Beef, Sautéed Onions, Bacon and Bleu Cheese Crumbles served on Brioche Bun. Yep, that fancy burger was served up at a dive bar in a country town of less than 2500 people. The bar has a good variety of whiskey and vodka, but when I'm here I always seem to enjoy a draft or bottled beer. Next time, I'll go with a cocktail and see how they pour. Service has never disappointed me and I've been seated at a table with a server and the bar with the bartender. Both were attentive and professional. I've even hosted a dinner of cousins and our group of 16 didn't phase the server, she did an excellent job. Want an inexpensive meal and a good time? If so, check out Main Street Bar & Grill.

What a great addition to the Brighton area. The food and portions here are always a great value…read more The owners have expanded the outdoor patio with plenty of parking. Good spot for drinks, video poker, and watching any sporting event. A very friendly neighborhood bar & grill. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

Warm and carrying atmosphere. Family owned and when you walk through the door your not treated like…read morefamily you are family. Ive always been greeted with smiles and great conversations. Its one of the very best places to sit down and eat and relax in the Alton area. If you have not been there , I recommend you to go and experience it for yourself.

What a hidden gem! Opened in 1910 and you feel like you are stepping back to the 1950's. It is cash…read moreonly so plan ahead. They do have an ATM. The owner and his son make a great team. If you want an old fashioned diner breakfast or lunch be sure to stop by! My breakfast was made to order and delicious. The atmosphere is retro and the decor and pictures are so fun to look at and read about. I cannot wait to go back and have the chicken and dumplings on a Friday

Quaint little restaurant with the friendliest staff ever. Food was fabulous. Lunch prices were…read morecomparable to chains offering soup and sandwiches but the food quality here was so much better. One person in our party has a garlic allergy and easily got a tasty meal, with no problems. This establishment takes allergies seriously.

State Street is easily one of my favorite restaurants in the Riverbend area. They were a shining…read morestar in downtown Alton until their lease was not renewed. At first I thought it was a bad call by the landlord. Now that they are located in Elsah, I realize he did them a favor. Beau and Terri rallied and took on the challenge of relocating their restaurant. They searched hight and low and found the perfect location in Elsah, just 8 miles north of the old location. Elsah welcomed them with open arms and issued them the first liquor license in the history of the township. Since the relocation I have been multiple times for lunch. You cannot go wrong with their famous Mushroom Asparagus Soup or one of the popular Paninis. I've also been to a wine dinner that impressed me and my cousin who is a wine connoisseur. The wine and food were paired beautifully. Experiencing a regular dinner in the boutique dinning room is also a delight. Their menu changes regularly, but I must say when you see Terri's Lasagna being offered, that is a sign to order it. You will not be disappointed. All the servers and staff are spectacular. It blows my mind how many of them can remember the names of all their regulars. It makes for a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Next time you're traveling the River Road, take a detour into Elsah and visit State Street on LaSalle.

A recent fall colors drive took us through Jerseyville so I decided to try the Redbird Deli for…read morelunch. The menu is simple but well thought out with plenty of options for fresh sandwiches and salads. You can choose from the menu or build your own. The interior was inviting, restrooms were clean, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Did I say fresh? Oh yeah! All of the ingredients seem super fresh. I went for the Redbird Club on multigrain bread this time around. A simple yet delicious sandwich was presented and quickly devoured. The next time around, I'm going to have to try one of their salads. They have so many fresh ingredients to choose from, you can't go wrong.

Great menu! We really enjoyed the friendly atmosphere and service. We definitely will be back!…read more Carla is simply amazing!

Fried or Grilled? I use to be a big fan of their Famous Fried Pork Tenderloin Sandwich, until I…read moretried it Grilled. A while back when I went in for my regular fix of a Pork Tenderloin Sandwich, the waitress asked me if I ever tried the grilled. When I said, no, she told me I had to give it a try. So, I did and now it is my way of ordering a Pork Tenderloin Sandwich. The piece of grilled meat is as big as the fried. It hangs off the bun. All you need to add is some white onion, pickles and lettuce. Some add a tomato, but that's not my thing. Also, just like when I enjoy a fried Pork Tenderloin, I upgrade to fries. Chips just don't do it for me. The service is always top notch. The ladies working are always so friendly. They make everyone feel comfortable while dining. Jimmy taught his staff well. I miss him always being there, but the ladies are making sure his legacy lives on. Another big plus when you come to, Johnsons Corner is the other patrons.It truly is a neighborhood bar. I was dining alone at a hightop and I ended up having a conversation with someone sitting at the bar and another hightop. We shared some good laughs. That's a small-town dive bar at its best.

If you like salad with slimy lettuce, this is the place. And if you want to deal with a manager…read morewith a poor attitude. Eat here!

My husband says it's the best pork tenderloin around. Everything I've had there. I've enjoyed from…read morethe chicken quesadillas, toasted, raviolis, wings, garlic cheese bites. The only thing I will say is the place is not big enough. We've been there four times and had to walk out because there was no seating. I guess it's a good problem to have.

I am so proud of myself. Today, I went to The Pump House and I did not order chicken wings. It was…read morea struggle, but I forced myself to order something else off the menu and I am glad that I did. Instead of my typical order of wings and fries, I got the Pump Jack Burger. It's made with Angus beef topped with Pepper Jack cheese, Grilled Balsamic Onions, Mild Banana Pepper Rings with a Sweet and Spicy Sauce, all served on a Onion Roll. It was served with a side of Fries. I was impressed by the size of the burger and that it was hand pressed. A hand pressed burger always tastes better to me. I requested that it be prepared medium rare and it was done perfectly. The fries were soft, I'd prefer mine a little crispier, but they were seasoned well. I got a giggle from their ketchup bottle, it said it was "Fancy". They have an impressive variety of beers. They offer draft, bottle and canned. I personally always go with one of the many craft beers they have on the menu. When dining alone, I always sit at the bar. The bartenders are typically female and are friendly. I am fan of hooks under a bar and Pump House takes it even a step further. They also offer, outlets. If your phone needs a charge and you've got a cord, you are set to go. Offering outlets under a bar, is top notch customer service. Now that I know they have great burgers as well as their wings, I'll have to rotate between the two when coming to dine.