I love visiting Handolds! The menu has options galore, but I can never seem to stray from the…read moremushroom and Swiss cheeseburger with tater tots, paired perfectly with a large sweet tea. This little local spot, run by locals for locals, is always a comforting place to stop in. Come as you are, they welcome everyone. The waitresses are always friendly and love to chat, and the same goes for the other patrons. The small-town diner vibe is very much alive here, and that's exactly what keeps me coming back.

Nice homie restaurant. Easy to find with good parking. Inside is decorated with farm items with one…read morewall displaying historic photos of local area. Our waitress Heather, was very friendly and took the time to engage in conversation with us. Service was prompt. We ordered a grilled chicken sandwich and a pork tenderloin sandwich also had sweet potato fries. Everything was delicious. Free refills for soft drinks. Restrooms were clean. We will return in the future.

Love this place, the burgers are amazing! I also recommend the fried pickles, and I love they give…read moreyou a fortune cookie!

I finally tried a Hot Dog at Burger Bar and it was as delicious as their burgers. It was National…read moreHog Dog Day and I thought it was the perfect time to give one a try. Their dogs are 12" and All Angus Beef. It was served in a 12" bun that was lightly toasted. They have a variety of Specialty Dogs to choose from, but I went with a plain dog with onion & relish. Once the dog arrived at my table, I added, mustard and ketchup. Yes, I like ketchup on my hot dogs. The dog came with a side of crispy fries and the portion was just the right size of a serving. My server was the same one I have had numerous times for burgers. He has always been friendly and attentive. Being a single diner, he gave me the same attention that he was giving to his tables of 2 and 4. If you're a game of chance person, they've got several video gaming machines for you to play. The ambiance is plain and simple, nothing fancy. You're here for burgers and dogs and that is what you'll enjoy.

Bakers & Hale is a family favorite and an absolute must whenever I am in IL seeing family. The vibe…read moreis incredibly relaxed and very family friendly, ample space so you never feel crowded. The food is consistently good with generous portions, and the friendly service always makes the experience enjoyable. if your there during the live music, it's a really nice touch. Even though I come here all the time, for some reason I always forget the actual name and just refer to it as "Bangers and Mash." Luckily, my family always knows exactly whatI mean!

Bakers & Hale is probably one of the if not the most popular restaurants in the Riverbend area…read more They are know for their amazing bands on the patio, which is year round and a pretty decent Happy Hour. The other day I meet up with some of my cousins for Happy Hour. I cannot go wrong with one of the HH pizzas. Three of the six cousins, ordered pizza with different toppings. I went with the HH Taco's. I enjoyed Two Shrimp Taco's for only $7. The HH pizzas are $10. Three cousins went with the regular menu and enjoyed salads, chicken wings and chicken strips/tenders. Everyone was pleased with their food. The only thing keeping B&H from getting 5 Stars is the service. It's never consistent. One time it's over the top and the next time it's the bare minimum. It really depends on who you get as a server. The seasoned ones who have been for a long time, know how to work a table. The newer and younger ones, just don't get it. They don't hustle and as their station fills up, they get overwhelmed and everything goes downhill. When: January 7, 2026 Why: Happy Hour with the cousins

King Louie's Drive-In is a good old fashioned Root Beer Stand. What? Give me a break, I am old and…read morethat is what we use to call them when I was a little person. It's a restaurant that makes its own Root Beer and serves burgers. The King is not in my immediate area and it's not even in one of my regular driving routes. So I don't think of him that often. I need to change that, because the short out of the way drive is so worth it. I haven't used the car-hop service, but there are always lots of cars with the cute little tray attached to their drivers side window. So, I have it on my bucket list to try on a future visit. Perhaps, I'll bring my fur child to enjoy a plain burger. Since I don't use the car-hop, I go inside to order and eat in the small dining room. Yesterday, it was full of workers from the refinery and other local businesses. Lucky for me after ordering at the counter, I was able to snag a two top table to enjoy my meal. I normally get the Lion Tamer which has jalapeños on it, but today I went with a King Louie. It's a single smash burger and I added cheese. My topping were only pickles, lettuce, onion and a smear of mayo. I had them hold the tomato. I'm not a fan of mayo, but for some reason I like it on my burgers here at King Louie. The edges of my burger were crisp, it had an odd shape so you know it was hand pressed. It explodes with flavor, just like an old time 50's drive-in. The fries are equally impressive. They are super crispy and done to order, no fries sitting under a hot light waiting to be served. What impresses me is they are fries that still have their skins on. For me, that just adds flavor. Of course, the main attraction next to their amazing burgers is the refreshing homemade, Root Beer. It is always the perfect accompaniment to a burger and fries. Next visit, I having a Root Beer Float and really have a flashback to my childhood.

Stopped in from a couple towns over to pick up wife's new glasses. It was a bit after 1300 so we…read moredecided to get lunch first. Perhaps it is a simple matter of an "airplane" tends to look like an "airplane", there is a familiarity to this place although we have never been here. It is just weathered enough to have character without being quite run-down. It is clean, and the dining inside space is sort of timeless. The service counter on the dine-in side has a big busy menu above the window, but there is also a smaller version (tiny print) that you can hold close and make a choice. We both opted for the signature King Louie (single patty, hand formed, smashed), and fries. We also tried the onion rings as an appetizer someone else mentioned in a review. They were the frozen ones and had a real onion under the batter. My one complaint (a me problem) was the fries. They use the fresh potato with skin style. They almost never quite get to that level of crisp that I prefer. In this case they seemed to have pulled them even earlier (perhaps feeling rushed). The burgers were good, not fancy, but clearly made to order (this is not fast food). It's not a long wait, but I expect like many small businesses they run a skeleton crew as often as they can. We only saw the counter lady and the younger woman order runner for the drive ups. We would certainly stop by again if in the area.

Walked in the day they opened, not one word was spoken to us. We sat down and waited for 5…read moreminutes. We got up and walked out and still no one said a word. They broke the first rule. GREET YOUR CUSTOMERS ! Not worth rating

Very pricey with rather ordinary food. $20 for breakfast. $20 for a bacon cheeseburger and soda…read more Rather go to Fast Eddie;s for less than half the cost. I guess the name comes from the big TAB you have to pay.

How can you beat a double cheeseburger and fries for $9? This special is offered every Tuesday and…read moreWednesday. Add a happy hour drink special and I'm in! Food was great, drinks were cheap, if you have not been to OBB for their specials, what are you waiting for? Service was great, food was hot and drinks were cold. Thank you Matt and Rachel for great service!

Food was typical. Small side of fries. They were crispy. I did like that. The bacon jam was a nice…read moretouch. Large and open. Plenty of room between tables. I did not find it to be overwhelmingly loud. Parking is sufficient. Decent menu. I was bummed I couldn't get grilled chicken. I will say that I think it gets kinda hot in there. It was a little toasty.

Tried this place for the first time today (used DoorDash for delivery) and we were all very happy…read morewith the food. We will definitely be ordering from them again!

From the owner: Stampede Market & Grill is a Restaurant & Market located in Alton, IL and has been serving…read moredelicious American cuisine to all the people of Alton and the surrounding areas for many years. We specialize in serving up American Food, BBQ, Fish, Fired Chicken, Daily Specials, Sandwiches and Pig Snout. We also offer Delivery and Liquor. Stampede Market & Grill serves up delicious American food hot and fresh daily. You can also stop by our convenience store to pick up drinks, snacks, and home essentials. Don't forget to ask about our daily specials to try great new recipes at a bargain price. Stop by for a meal today.

What a great BBQ place! Went in for lunch on a work trip and was very pleased. Ordered the…read morebrisket sandwich (after Fawn's recommendation) and it was amazing. Great meat, solid bun, a ton of chips, and a nice pickle. Others got the Carver's sandwich and the pulled chicken, and they both cleaned their plates. Excellent food, service, and price. Thanks! [Out-of-towner looking for good local places to eat.]

I'll never understand a BBQ place which doesn't strip the membrane off of its ribs. Losing half the…read moresmoke! I steer clear of the ribs anyway. The brisket and pulled pork are where it's at. It's meat. In this day and age, expect high prices. Not their fault, I suppose, but for what it is, consider it pricey.

This has always been one of my favorite neighborhood restaurants.. it's cozy and family friendly…read more This was my late father's #1 place for every special occasion. I'm trying to keep that tradition alive. The food NEVER disappoints and they always make the guest feel welcomed. Today was no different. Our party of 8 were celebrating a family member's great health news. When our server, Erin asked the occasion, she returned with a COMPLIMENTARY glass of champagne for each of the adults! Even though the restaurant was busy, Erin was super attentive and patient. We had the carbonara and Fleurissant pastas, chicken power bowl, salmon salad, Greek salad and gyro. The kids had cheeseburgers and grilled cheese. For dessert: key lime pie, chocolate lava cake and maple caramel cheesecake. EVERYTHING was superb and we all made happy plates! Our group also commented how the prices seem to have remained steady over the past several years. That's a big plus! Hendels knows how to keep us coming back! If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!

Hidden historic gem in Florissant! Established in 1873, this building operated as a grocery and…read moregeneral store until becoming a restaurant in 1994. We discovered this restaurant after car shopping at some dealerships on Lindbergh. The space offers both indoor and outdoor patio seating as well as a separate bar space. The restaurant's bones are noticeably historic and the décor choice is a mix of farmhouse and modern styles. Our server was very friendly and answered any questions we had and was also enthusiastic about our car-buying process, encouraging celebratory drinks. The food was delicious! American fare with a modern twist - Hendel's had lots of brunch and lunch options. I opted for the Salmon Power Bowl and it tasted extremely fresh and healthy. Definitely stop in to this spot if you're in the Florissant area and looking for some historic charm.

Love this place. Great service. Wonderful food. If you want to be casual you can enjoy the sports…read morebar. If you want to dress up a little. Enjoy the dining room.

Nice venue for groups. Service was friendly and efficient. Homemade soup was very good.read more