Had the mac & cheese bite appetizer. The Berry salad and burger and fries. The food was excellent!…read moreService was phenomenal. We sat on the dock next to the water. It was a beautiful day. Had a one-man band couldn't have asked for a better relaxing afternoon brunch. Specialty drinks were great. I can't remember what I had something about the beach lol

What a cute place place to grab some food, wine or cocktail, and listen to live music! My spouse…read moreand I went on a Friday night when Brandon Munie was performing, and we got great seats up under the raised pavilion, further away from the mosquitos and overlooking the lake. It was an incredibly hot evening, but I enjoyed a frozen peach sangria, which helped keep me cool. (The fans up there didn't work, so the frozen drink was almost a necessity.) My spouse and I split a flatbread pizza and a berry salad, too. The salad was fine--it needed a lot more nuts and a touch of salt. The flatbread, though, was REALLY delicious! The frozen sangria was great, too--sweet but not coyingly so. A friend I was with ordered one with a splash of red wine on top, making it a touch less sweet and more balanced, according to her. I'll try that next time. The winery closed earlier than I expected, but the musician was great. Copperdock was still a great place to spend an evening with friends or family. I recommend a visit!

Such an incredible experience! It was our first time and not only was the food out of this world…read morebut the staff was so kind and went above and beyond. The host Emma was so kind and started our evening off on a great note. Our server, Taylor, was very knowledgeable and gave us amazing recommendations and made our dining experience stress free. We stayed for some drinks at the bar after dinner and the bartender Christina has created such delicious fall cocktails she is so creative and we look forward to returning.

We went to their Fire Pit Friday and unfortunately they were having staff issues (many people were…read moreout sick). But the manager, Renee Brewer, took great care of us. She came out and apologized for their staffing issues. She was awesome!!! We ended up having appetizers and drinks outside and she came out and checked on us several times. This is a must go to place!!! The creamy Brie was awesome!

Our Daughter's wedding ceremony and reception were held at Crystal Garden this weekend and…read moreeverything was PERFECT from beginning to end! As Mother of the Bride, I had MANY special requests and Karol & Bill were able to accommodate every single one. Not an easy task as I am a meticulous person. Karol was very helpful in the planning stages from selecting the hors d'oeuvres for the cocktail hour to selecting our menu and coordinating the timeline at the wedding. She was there every step of the way making sure everyone walked down the aisle at the appropriate time. We had a lovely selection of hors d'oeuvres that were fantastic and the entire meal was absolutely DELICIOUS! The cake was beautiful and yummy and looked exactly like the photo (which never happens). THANKS KAROL! Both rooms were set up with great care and the effect was everything I could have hoped for. During the reception, Bill was always on hand to make sure every detail was running smoothly and IT DID! Everything was served on time and the guests raved about the food and the atmosphere of the entire wedding! We were able to leave the reception clean up in the hands of the staff which was a perfect ending to a PERFECT DAY! 5 stars isn't nearly enough!!!! Thank you Karol and Bill for everything! Maybe we will see you again for our 40th wedding anniversary in a few years!!

GC Cuisine & Garden Gate Venue has ALL you are looking for. I highly Recommend you Check It Out…read more I really think you will be Very Pleased. I have been to Several Events there and all have enjoyed the Venue. The Ambiance in the Crystal Room is Magical. Karol is one the Owners & she is the Chef. Her Food is Excellent & she is very accommodating. http://www.gccuisine.com/

Excellent quaint little bar in Belleville, IL Best chocolate…read moremartinis in Illinois! Fun atmosphere and staff!

Although the only food they serve is pizza, don't let that discourage you. There's plenty around…read morethere to eat. The drinks make up for it. Specialty cocktails are their signature norm. The service is quick, wonderfully presented and delicious. The 'Speakeasy' vibe is fun to get into. They have lounge furniture and gaming machines, if that's your thing. Karaoke is always fun. A great addition to the west end of Belleville

Great place to stop in for a cocktail! NO, it's not JUST bourbon!!! My daughter and I shared a…read morePurple Daisy Minuet which was DELICIOUS. The bartender was knowledgeable and friendly. The atmosphere was lovely, dark and cozy. Have driven past a gazillion times, but hope to stop in again soon (maybe at the BEGINNING of the evening instead of at the END).

Very cool spot. Cozy, great selection of spirits, wonderful service. I can totally see it being a…read moreregular spot for many people, deservingly! Special recognition for the espresso martini, soooo fresh - and the High West campfire (get it in an old fashioned!!)

This place is really cute with a warm, retro vibe. They have $5 cocktails all day on Sundays, which…read moreis a steal! I had a cosmo and a passion fruit cocktail and both were well-crafted and tasty. The bartender was friendly and told us how she curated the menu. The best part for us is that Buoy's Southern next door will deliver food to you at the bar and their food is AMAZING! Their catfish nuggets are some of the best fried fish I have ever had and they serve it with their homemade cajun tartar sauce. I still dream about them, so will have to go back soon. We plan to come back for Manhattan's holiday pop-up experience as well.

I had no idea Granite Citu had a martini bar. Went last night with friends and the drinks were…read moreperfection. The atmosphere is very relaxing. Sat in the most comfortable chairs. Will definitely be back.

If you know, you know. And when you do, you'll have the time of your life…read more Heads-up, the signage of this classic 1920's themed bar is minimal. There's a small sidewalk sign and then you have to figure out how to open the door from the street. Once inside the small butcher shop, you gotta figure out where the secrete passage is. Once inside, you'll be blown away by the vintage 1920's ambiance. There's approximately 4 or 5 stools at the bar and several seating areas with plush sofas and overstuffed chairs. If you prefer a table with chairs, they've got that, too. Whatever you like, you can find a comfortable seat to enjoy your cocktail. The cocktails are masterfully made and served up in classic vintage glasses. I enjoyed a Dirty Gin Martini and a Rye Manhattan. Both cocktails were smooth as silk and the presentation was stellar. I gotta go back and have another Martini, I forgot to take a picture. It looked so good, I just started drinking. When I typically order a Martini, I tell the mixologist to "make it skate". Chatting with the bartender about what Gin to use, I forgot to request that detail. To my delight, when the cocktail was placed in front of me, it had the "make it skate" detail. I love that thin topping of ice chips on my martini. While sipping classic cocktails, sometimes you need a little nosh and The Speakeasy has that, too. I choose the Spinach Artichoke Dip and it was rich in flavor. The mixture of the artichoke with the spinach in cream cheese went perfectly with the super thin crackers. I hope they are still offering it when I go back for another martini. The two bartenders were exceptional. Both of them were very personable, making my time sitting at the bar enjoyable. If you haven't been, go find The Speakeasy and then you'll know.

The best kept secret in Granite City! What a fun little place with an older and dark interior as…read morewell as an outdoor seating area. I ordered one of the gin specials as it was National Gin Day. The drink was delicious and beautiful, so I ordered two! This is my kind of place, darker and quiet without too many people, and a super fun ambiance. The bartender, I believe she said her name was Carrie, was very helpful and friendly. I ordered the charcuterie board and it was beautifully presented and large as well. I will be back, with friends!

$187 for a family of four to have a breakfast on par with the Holiday Inn Express…read more So disappointing. We were excited to get a reservation for this breakfast experience. Unfortunately it was awful. We were sat on the enclosed porch. We had Christmas music blaring so loud that you had to shout. (Someone later unplugged the speaker.) The temp on the porch reached 79, which was quite uncomfortable. We waited about 45 minutes for our food. And, boy was it awful. Frozen pancakes, frozen biscuits, ok gravy, ok casserole and really good sausage links. No serving utensils for anything - had to use my fork to get gravy. No butter. I will say, the place is decorated really well. Top marks for that. As far as food service - this place has no idea what they're doing. All in all - you'd be better off getting a room at the Hampton Inn. It would be cheaper and the breakfast is better. Guess you have to determine how much you're willing to pay for a photo of your kids with the Grinch. (Which we didn't get because we were so hot and uncomfortable.)

This is the ULTIMATE Christmas bar, and is well worth the drive to New Baden, IL. Not only are…read moretheir cocktails delicious and high quality, but the venue is decked from head to toe. You can tell the owners put a lot of love, care and Christmas cheer into making this place special and memorable. The entrance even has a photo station so you can get adorable group photos easily. This is one of the few Christmas bars that also offers family-friendly brunch in the mornings. I heard the Grinch brunch is amazingly silly and fun for Grinch lovers. Highly recommend requesting Ali as your server as she is an absolute delight and such a happy Elf! Be sure to try the Dubai Chocolate or Peppermint Patty drinks.