What a surprise to come across this business after visiting the Mt. Pulaski Courthouse. I had…read morestopped on the side of the building to look at the mural of the Wright Brothers' plane, then noticed the "Open" sign when I came around the corner. This place is a hidden gem that is an asset to the charm of downtown Mt. Pulaski. The classic look of the store warms you with a comfortable ambience of a simpler time. The staff was eager to help a newcomer become familiar with their store. The enticing selection of sandwiches and baked goods put pounds on me before I even ordered. My breakfast sandwich was a generous portion and cooked to perfection with expert seasoning. The grocery and miscellaneous items will keep you busy browsing while your meal is prepared.

Best store and best prices in town. I love the service and the workers there are so helpful and…read morefriendly. They will do everything to make u happy and satisfied.

Was heading downstate and stopped for an esspresso. Very good flavor.read more

If you need to get chocolate from Illinois and take it back to wherever you're returning to...this…read moreis THE place to get it. I love the little Illinois shaped chocolate, the dark chocolate mint meltaways (they have it in milk chocolate too), their caramel, and other chocolate goodies. My friend loves the Lincoln logs (pretzel stick dipped in chocolate), and their Lincoln penny chocolate (chocolate cast in Lincoln's silhouette with a shiny penny.) They have an awesome caramel popcorn too. As I said, they have great caramel. So who could resist! This is the downtown location.

Ahhh, Pease's...the bane of every parent who had a child at Butler Elementary School right around…read morethe corner, and the most pleasurable part of going to school for said students, Pease's is a Springfield institution. Penny candies are displayed throughout the store, with little bags for gathering your selections. Many hard to find and obscure candies available by the piece - it's a great way to blow your allowance if you are 7 and a great way to blow your breakfast change from D&J if you are an adult. The real draw for most people (nostalgia trips notwithstanding) are the handmade chocolates. Pease's has been making chocolates in Springfield since the 1930's and is still family owned. You won't find chile infused chocolates here, but you will find great old fashioned candies, packaged by the sweetest ladies you ever met, it really is a wonderful place to pick up a gift or a little something for yourself.

The Bean Counter is my go to place for coffee whenever I'm in Springfield. I do not like the new…read morelocation as much as the previous (at the other end of the strip mall). They had more room and tables at the other spot. Now they are just a small coffee counter with lots of other arts and wares to sell. They still have a great variety of coffee, and they can get you any of their amazing flavors in decaf, which my dad loves. Also, the staff is always super friendly, and the coffee is delicious.

Love this place!…read more Regardless of the city, I always find myself looking for a coffee shop with: 1. A well-made latte 2. Food options 3. Friendly staff 4. Space and wifi to study/do work Spacious and charming interior with booths, make me love this place even more! I can comfortably settle in, break out my computer and get my productivity on while slurping on a latte. Extra star for the latte art (check out the bear photo!). I can't comment on the food but it looks like the standard cafe menu -- mostly sandwiches. Music was random -Korean pop, but I didn't mind. Really no other place like this in the Springfield. A gem of cafe! Will certainly be back!

Amazing customer services…read more Walked in 5 minutes before closing time and the two ladies took the time to go above and beyond. 1.helped me pick out birthday gifts for my child. 2.personally decorated a gift bag for an artistic 9 year old. 3. Friendly conversation making me feel as if ai have known these ladies all my life!!! I was amazed and grateful for extra help and concern they provided me!! Thanks

Amazing place! So many fantastic things for all ages. Friendly and helpful staff. In a beautiful…read morebuilding downtown.

Solid roasting. Beautiful people. It's great to see people actually trying to bring coffee culture…read moreto our area. Get to a farmers market and pick up a bag.

I consider myself a coffee enthusiast. I've been ordering my beans from various roasters nationwide…read morefor the last 7 years and I'm very particular about my beans(I know, I sound so douchey, but bear with me). I recently ran out of beans and came across Flora Roasting. Honestly, Springfield Illinois has little to offer in the way of specialty...anything. And what little shops they have, they're awful. So, it was a pleasant surprise when I received a bag of their Ethiopian coffee and it was actually delicious. Finally, I found a company worth recommending here.

We stopped here for gas ant to use the restroom. The gas was average for the area. The convenience…read morestore was adequately supplied with travel goodies. Most importantly, the restroom was clean.