What a wonderful coffee shop! Very welcoming with a…read moreneighborhood feel. Seemed like there were several regulars that stop by and knew staff. Importantly, excellent wifi - I was working remote for two days from this shop and had no issues connecting to internet or Zoom. My favorite was Sweater Weather but at half the sweetness level as I enjoy a coffee taste and often times the sweetness can be overpowering. The breakfast burrito also can't be beat and can be made vegetarian by taking out the bacon (and adding greens). All in all, a great coffee shop!

392 Caffé is a GEM! First of all, they're extremely warm and welcoming. I always feel at home here…read more I ordered the honey lavender latte and lemme tell you, it's fabulous! Refreshing, not too sweet, hints of lavender that aren't too overpowering! 10/10 recommend! I love the murals, music, and overall vibe of this location. It's fun, upbeat, and refreshing! For anyone visiting Clinton, this is a MUST stop by! Check out their seasonal menus as you come through. I love that there's always something new to try! Cheers!

The fact that this place is always packed speaks volumes. And everyone is great, no matter how busy…read morethey are. We've been there several times and we've been satisfied each time. My personal favorite is the French toast, but you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. And bonus: there's a coffee shop attached, so if that's your thing, add an energy drink or specialty coffee to your order!

Had omlete and hashbrowns and toast. It was terrible. Eggs were dry, over cooked, brown the hash…read morebrowns were dry and tasteless. I didn't finish it. Im sad it use to be excellent. They definitely have a different cook.

We came back and were a little disappointed. Arrived at 11:30 on a Saturday. Very slow service…read more There were people at 3 tables when we walked in - and we had to wait 5 minutes to be greeted and seated. Then, it took 10 minutes to get breakfast menus, water and place settings. Then another 5 minutes to place our order. When the another table got seated at noon, they were given lunch menus. We would have liked to have ordered off of lunch menus if they were offered to us. The food came at the 50 minute mark of walking in. On the other hand, the food was very good and the value for the prices was very good. My wife had the short stack plate with very large and fluffy pancakes. Her ham was also tasty. My breakfast quesadilla was large and well done. Food was served hot and fresh. The decor is changed - no more mural - just a flat teal wall. Floors are a pretty hardwood, but need to be cleaned. Our server was very friendly but was very busy. Clearly they are short staffed but they should be up front about that and acknowledge it. We would still recommend this place but wish it was like our first time in.

Delicious breakfast!! Fantastic omelette. Fresh bread. Good service. We really enjoyed this cafe.read more

Located across the river from Maine St, this quaint old house turned restaurant is worth the stop…read more There is on street and public parking available. I would recommend making reservations as it was consistently busy. We opted for seats at the bar to avoid an hour wait. This place is tiny, so it would not be ideal for large groups. It would be difficult to accommodate someone who could not navigate stairs (there are both stairs to enter as well as a staircase for most of the dining space). Servers were friendly and helpful, the right amount of attentive. The food came out quickly. They offer light lunch, brunch, breakfast fare, with specials, and baked goods from Lola. A popular special is a homemade pop tart, which has rotating flavors (today was blueberry with lemon frosting). We opted for French Toast, pork belly, and the country skillet. Everything was delicious and portions were generous. All around a great find.

Absolutely lovely place. Service was an 11/10 - she belongs in fine dining I swear. The space is…read morelovely and clean, adorable decor, and the food was stellar. Highly recommend their buttery soft frittatas.

This is a gem from the past. I think the last time I was there was 1980, I moved away & just…read morereturned a couple years ago. They changed the entrance from days of old but the interior is still cool. Service was top notch, not too creepy but there when needed. The food is ITALIAN! It is good- seriously good. Eat here if you want good food at a good value. Only complaint was the wine pour seemed a bit stingy.

The Ghost in the Machine: A Study in Youth and Enigmas at Rastrelli's…read moreIn the heart of Clinton, Iowa, Rastrelli's stands as a sprawling monument to local tradition, a place where the weight of history is palpable in every dining room. However, a recent visit suggests that while the walls remain steeped in heritage, the current operation is being steered by a remarkably green crew. The waitstaff and floor team are almost exclusively young, possessing an earnest but unpolished energy that seems to operate in a vacuum. Management was entirely invisible, a phantom presence that left the youthful staff to navigate the complexities of a large-scale dinner service without a seasoned captain at the helm. This lack of professional oversight leads to a breakdown in the basic choreography of service. The tables here are notably small, a logistical challenge that became apparent when steaming plates of hot pasta arrived while our salad trays still occupied the limited real estate. It is a fundamental error in pacing that a present manager would have corrected with a single glance. Furthermore, for a house that prides itself on its Italian roots, the absence of vinegar to accompany the olive oil for the bread was a curious and disappointing omission. The staffing model remains equally baffling. Our waitress seemed to be burdened with nearly every occupied table in the room. We were fortunate that the evening was not particularly busy; had the dining room been at capacity, the system surely would have buckled under the weight of such an uneven distribution of labor. The most surreal chapter of the evening, however, was the appearance of the "orange dish"--a neon-hued confection studded with marshmallows. When we sought clarification, the staff--notably, not the chef--explained that this enigmatic staple is prepared en masse every morning. It is a dish that feels like a spirited, mid-century potluck survivor, an orange enigma that remains the most bizarre part of the Rastrelli's experience. "Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire." -- Gustav Mahler Rastrelli's remains a cornerstone of the Clinton landscape, but the current fire seems to be flickering under the weight of an absent management and a disjointed service rhythm. While the youthful staff is to be commended for their effort, the establishment would benefit greatly from a steadying hand to guide the basics. If this dispatch from the Clinton culinary scene was useful to you, please leave a like or comment below so I can keep writing these reviews for your education, preparation, and enjoyment.

They instantly treat you like family when you walk in! The large windows make it cozy while still…read morefeeling connected to the energy of Main Street. Everything we ordered was delicious! I definitely recommend the buffalo chicken wrap!

Stopped in for lunch with my husband and we shared the Philly Cheesesteak sandwich with fries. The…read moresandwich was delicious and the fries were crispy and flavorful. We enjoyed our lunch and will be back for breakfast! Service was great and welcoming!!

The Biker's Bayou: Water, Whiskey, and Wild Abandon at Poppy's…read moreIn the rugged river-town landscape of Savanna, Illinois, Poppy's stands as a sprawling, high-octane oasis for the motorcycle faithful. It is an establishment that understands the primal appeal of the open road, offering a sensory experience that transitions seamlessly from the roar of a V-twin engine to the cool, unhurried current of a neighboring creek. This is a place where the grit of the highway meets the leisure of a backcountry swimming hole--a rare combination that invites patrons to trade their leather for a bikini and take a dip mid-afternoon. The setup is, by any metric, amazing. The decorations are not merely ornaments; they are a curated tribute to the fringe, creating a visual environment that is as immersive as it is rowdy. The music provides a relentless, high-energy pulse that matches the kinetic spirit of the crowd. It is a room that feels lived-in and unapologetic, a feeling underscored by a stark, pragmatic detail: the availability of Narcan. This silent sentinel on the premises tells you everything you need to know about the potential for excess here; it is a nod to the frontier reality of a destination where the revelry can--and often does--reach a fever pitch. The service staff lean into the time-honored aesthetic of the American roadhouse. The bartenders are a study in high-impact presentation, navigating the floor with meticulously applied makeup and a classic, provocative allure that complements the bar's high-frequency energy. They are the seasoned conductors of a beautifully chaotic symphony. As for the culinary offerings, the food is remarkably good for the genre--honest, heavy-duty fuel that satisfies the appetite without the burden of pretension. It is the kind of sustenance built for a long day of riding and an even longer evening of celebration. Poppy's is not a destination for the faint of heart or the lover of sterile comforts. It is a loud, proud, and watery sanctuary for those who live for the edge of the map. Whether you are there for the music, the memorabilia, or a cooling plunge in the creek, it is a quintessential stop on the Great River Road that delivers exactly what it promises: a wild, unrefined slice of freedom. If this dispatch from the Savanna biker scene helped clarify your weekend route, please leave a like or comment below to ensure these reviews continue for your enjoyment, education, and preparation.

I had a great time at Poopy's. The food was delicious, cooked perfectly, and served very quickly…read more The bartender was friendly and bagged our food for us. The motorcycle decor, and general design of the place was very cool.

I saw delicious beverages on FB and decided to look up where Eagle Brew was. After looking up the…read moreaddress on Google Maps I kept seeing the Brunch House show up. Then I noticed a drive through is on the right side of the building near the back. Hopefully this helps others find it. I went to the Brunch House for breakfast and they had menus of drinks offered by Eagle Brew - I was excited!! I believe I tried something along the lines of Mississippi Mud (sorry if I got the name wrong). Lauren, the barista, even came out to see how we liked the drinks. I even picked up a drink for my mom to try on the way out. She LOVED it. They have so many drink options that I can't wait to go back for more. As I waited in the parking lot, there was a steady line. This truly is a hidden gem. Great drinks, great service, I'd recommend big time as there's a drink for everyone.

Have been there a few times but we didn't care for the food, service or ambiance. Not for us.read more

On a trip to I always stopped at the State St., Café and the cute little town of Geneseo. We were…read morevery pleased to have lunch at the State St., Café. Our server was very good. Very kind and recommended a tasty lunch for my husband and myself the ambience was what was expected in a small town Café Which we really like as opposed to the chain restaurants. Unfortunately, I did not take a picture, but I had the chicken salad which was delicious.