Such a great local staple! This place has such a cozy atmosphere it honestly feels like you're…read moredining in someone's home in the best way possible. The food is consistently fantastic, and the cocktails are always perfectly done. We've been back several times now and have never been disappointed. It's the perfect spot for a Friday night dinner, date night, or celebration with friends. And whatever you do, don't skip the French onion soup it's a must-order every time!

At my most recent visit, I did two things that I have never done at Moussalli's. First, I sat at…read moretable instead of the bar and second thing is that I did not order a steak. It was a special night, a group of foodie friends got together after not seeing each other for a while. It was a group of 11 and the accommodations and service couldn't have been better. Our server was extremely professional and didn't mind that it was 6 different checks. As our server was telling us the Daily Specials and the Catch of the Day, I immediately knew what I wanted. Whenever I hear, Pan Seared Sea Scallops or anything with Scallops, I'm sold. My scallops (4) were huge and the Risotto that they were served on was moist and flavorful. I also learned that they offer half bottles of wine and one of them is my favorite. I love, Quilt Cabernet Sauvignon. I'm probably going to wine hell because I paired it with my seafood instead of a white wine. Also, I want to give a shout out for their, Crab Stuffed Mushrooms. I've been known to stop by and have them and a Martini and call it a meal. When: February 19, 2026 Why: Meeting up with friends

Everything about this restaurant hits the spot Great food…read moreofferings and excellent staff and service Very nice atmosphere and clean

Very nice restaurant with good food, reasonable prices! Staff were very attentive and the service…read morewas great! Will be back!

This is a hidden gem! Food is only served on Friday & Saturday Nights. Make reservations because…read morethey are very busy. We had the Prime Rib Dinner which was excellent and we cleaned our plates. Everything is excellent here.

Best steaks in Illinois hands down. Great atmosphere and good people taking care of you.read more

We will be going back if we are back in that area…read more There is plenty of parking in the lots around the restaurant. We made reservations ahead of time and were seated right away when we arrived. The waitress was great. They bring out a herb bread with butter. We ordered the bone marrow and crab cakes to start off. Both were good. Caesar salad was also good. Do not order the french onion soup. It was the worst we have ever eaten. It was basically perfectly clean bowl with a light brown liquid and dried up croutons and tried to melt a cheese in it. Tasted horrible and was not hot/warm. Okay now back to the good. Steaks were fabulous - top 10 for sure. Lobster tail was good and the asparagus was cooked perfect. Dessert was good but the creme brûlée was in a really shallow dish. Wish the dish was bigger/deeper. There was some kind of peanut butter chocolate dessert that was phenomenal- yummy! The inside was nice and not too loud. We will definitely go back minus the soup.

Decor is nice. Service was good. Food was good. There are only three shrimp on each taco. The rest…read moreis filling. They were out of a few desserts. This one didn't come out with a nice presentation. It was still good.

Food, excellent as expected on the Hill.. maybe a little pricey…read more Service, just good... bread not offered and some energy necessary to track down server. Ambience. C+...acoustically challenging.. the place is loud and full of loud parties... would not go there looking for a quiet romantic dinner. But we will go back... just with modified expectations.

Last Wednesday, a new friend in town invited me to dinner. I thought it would be great to show him…read moreThe Hill and introduce him to Toasted Raviolis, so I suggested Carnivore! We walked in and grabbed a seat in the bar area. The bartender was fantastic! She was knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. We started with a round of drinks and the Toasted Raviolis. My friend was impressed with them! For dinner, I ordered the Steak Modiga with a loaded baked potato. The steak was cooked to perfection, and the modiga sauce was delicious with all the provel, prosciutto, and mushrooms that covered the steak evenly. The loaded baked potato was hot and filled with all the goods including cheese and bacon. My friend got the ribeye with the loaded baked potato, and it was just right for him. I decided to end the evening with another Tito's and lemonade instead of dessert. Overall, we had a wonderful time at Carnivore. It's a fantastic local spot on The Hill that I'll definitely be returning to again and again! If you're looking for a place to host a small event, Carnivore has a great spot upstairs called The D'Amici Room. It can hold up to 100 people and was amazing to work with for a Buffalo Trace event in October 2025.

Don't leave without checking out the dessert tray! I thought the desserts were just for display,…read morebut when I picked one, the waitress handed it to me ready to eat. The presentation is beautiful, and everything tasted amazing.

Route 66 icon! If memory serves me it's been in operation since 1924. Inside the decor is…read moreauthentic to the 1950's, but this is obviously well cared for, which was very apparent when I saw the counter swivel stool-chairs: they look brand new! I was on a road trip up from Florida to Wisconsin with a friend. We were going through Springfield, Illinois, so we could visit the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum & Library. So that's how I ended up in this neck of the woods. Needed a spot for dinner and this popped up as an option and sure glad it did. My friend & I both opted for the Fried Chicken dinner and this place makes the best fried chicken I've had in decades! OMGOSH! The meat was fully cooked, but still so incredibly juicy. The crispy skin and coating was unreal, it was so good - it was truly "finger-lick in' good". While I'm borrowing that old slogan, The Ariston Cafe's fried chicken is like the fried chicken ideal of perfection. They have a classic salad bar and that hit the spot, especially on a road trip where you're not often getting enough veggies. I'm writing this review some weeks later after getting back home. If the place had been average, I wouldn't bother, but when a reminder to do a review popped up, I had to do this as the waitresses and cooks deserve it, as do the owners & all the staff. Waitresses were all nice as could be and helpful. It's like walking back in time when you go inside, and it reminded me of great restaurants in the area I grew up in. If I make it back up that way again, I'll plan my travels to include another stop in at The Artisan.

Really enjoyed Popeye's, we came to celebrate my son's high school graduation, and it was…read morewonderful. The service is fantastic, and the food was great. The onion rings really are as good as everyone says, glad we ordered them. We will definitely be back! 100% worth the short drive from Edwardsville.

Family owned restaurant. Old-school steakhouse vibe. Great drinks from the bar. Great service,…read morewhich is unusual these days. In the middle of nowhere but worth the drive. The grilled prime rib is fantabulous. The Italian wedding cake is one of the best desserts I've ever had. Really, almost everything is good. Wine was surprisingly good, and very reasonably priced. I think you can also bring your own bottle. No corkage on the first bottle and five dollars on the second bottle. But, the wine is so reasonably priced I rarely bring my own unless I want an older vintage.

Excellent food... esp their brisket Hubby gets chicken…read morestrips and fresh veggie Hard working staff Great daily specials... hard to beat Nice atmosphere Would recommend you check them out

Overall, a pretty good place. I came on a Sunday night with my extended family and they were able…read moreto see the party of seven pretty quickly. I've been here before and the food is pretty good. We got an appetizer of a special eggroll that they had and I got the fajita bowl with chicken, I don't think anybody at our table is too impressed with the eggroll and my fajita was lacking a bit of flavor. But I know that a lot of their pastors are really good because I've come here before and you just have to find what on the menu that you really like. Our server was nice and helpful and the inside of the restaurant is super cutely decorated. Seems like a really great spot for a date night or to go and listen to some of their live music. We just sat inside so we could have a nice conversation and not compete with the noise of the music but if that's what you're into it does seem like they have some really good live music on the patio

Tucked into a corner, this is a great eatery. Lovely choice of cocktails and other spirits. I had a…read morecaramel apple mule. Saw our couple of lavender lemon drop martinis and a bramble punch on our table. The truffle fries are a must try/devour as are the sprouts. I had a caesar salad for my main. The menu isn't terribly gluten friendly but sprouts, caesar, and a cocktail are a pretty elite combo. The inside is nice with lots of wood, glass, and textures. Our server was friendly and attentive.

Tried Brick and Bramble for the second time and yeah... they don't miss…read more Grabbed a quick to-go chicken & fries (you already know ‍). My waitress made sure I was straight with extra napkins without hesitation. Smooth vibes, good music, people just chilling, eating, and enjoying themselves. Simple, solid, consistent. I'll definitely be back.

Brickhouse has the perfect local dive bar feel but with a really nice setup inside. Huge open…read morespaces, tons of TVs for watching sports, and long tables that make it great for groups and gatherings. The food menu has a lot of solid options, but the wings are easily the best in the area, huge, meaty, and packed with flavor. Great variety of beers on tap too. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you want good food, cold beer, and a relaxed atmosphere.

I've said it before and I'll say it again, you do not have to be at a Mexican restaurant to enjoy a…read moregood Taco Tuesday. LBG offers up a delicious variety of tacos. You get to choose from; Beef, Chicken, Fried and my personal favorite, Grilled Shrimp. They come three to a basket. The only downside is, you cannot mix and match. However, if you have multiple people in your group, you can do it yourself at the table. In addition to the amazing tacos, you can enjoy a Taco Salad, Taco Pizza, Smothered Burrito, Loaded Nachos and Burrito Bowl. If you need something to munch on with your refreshing Margarita, order the Three Amigos. It's a basket of Tortilla Chips with Salsa, Guacamole and White Cheese Dip. I am not embarrassed to admit, I've had them all and will proudly say they're all delicious. I've dined at a table and seated at the bar and each time the service has been attentive and friendly.