Hawthorn Tree is seriously such a gem in Carlinville! The coffee is consistently delicious, the…read morebaked treats are fresh, and the cozy atmosphere makes it a great place to slow down for a while. I haven't had a better lavender green tea in so long! The boutique-style shopping is a fun bonus, and the friendly staff always makes you feel welcome. I especially love the kids' space in the basement! So cute! Definitely worth a visit if you're on the square!

I love this place. It is located right on the main square in Carlinville, so there's plenty of…read morestreet parking. In addition to coffee, they offer a variety of pastries and even lunch items.The service was friendly, just like you'd expect from a small midwestern town. Once you've gotten your coffee, you've got a couple different rooms to choose from to sit and relax, or do work on your laptop. Or do what I did, I strolled the square and experienced all the other local shops. Whenever I am in the historic town of Carlinville, I can guarantee you that I will be stopping by Hawthorn Tree.

Nice little ice cream shop in Raymond IL. The service was great from a friendly teenage girl…read morebehind the counter. She let us sample before making our final choice. Ice cream is not made in-house but rather they sell Cedar Crest brand. They do make make fresh waffle cones and bowls, cookies and brownies. They also have popcorn for those who opt for a salty treat.

My family stopped at Poogan's on our way home from a road trip. We all got different flavors of ice…read morecream - some in a cup, some in cones, and a couple malts/shakes. Everything was yummy! They had a great selection of ice cream flavors and add-ins. The young ladies working were very personable and full of smiles. It smelled so so good in the shop as they had just baked a batch of homemade cinnamon rolls It's a very cute indoor ambiance with lots of ice cream and Christian-based decor.

I've been stopping at this shop for as long as I can remember when I'm in the area. I'm not sure…read morehow many coffee shops are in the area, but this one is in a very convenient location. My last two visits I ordered an iced coffee with coconut and light cream, it's absolutely amazing. If you're in the area, I highly recommend. The staff is always friendly and quick.

I usually buy coffee here for my staff, ordering is pretty easy they do call in orders - sometimes…read morepickup can be a bit tedious because they won't make the coffees until I arrive for freshness. Which I do appreciate, but sometimes can cause a bit of a hiccup in our schedule. Everyone here is very nice and accommodating. We love free shot friday.

An adorable little place in a small out of the way town. We were passing through but will…read moredefinitely pass through again! The owners were so sweet and gave us a very nice tasting explaining the wines. He tailored it to our preferences- sweet for me and dry for my husband. Such a nice place to visit and set by the fire on a cold Sunday afternoon.

Quaint fun winery, the owners, Dave and Gail Bradshaw were great! We really enjoyed Dave's stories…read moreof how they make their various wines.

I think we've now experienced all the aspects of this fine establishment: the beer, the whiskey,…read morethe food, and the overnight accommodations! I highly recommend all of the above. We recently got a room at the Red Rooster; booking online was easy and prices were reasonable. We were in town on Christmas Day, so the bar (brewery, distillery, restaurant) was closed. We didn't see any staff; we had a key code for the building and for our room. Our room was upstairs, and a couple of staircases were available (I don't recall whether there's an elevator). Everything was clean and cozy. After going out for the night, we thought we'd enjoy the lounge area and game room, but the game room wasn't accessible (turns out it's part of the bar). The lounge space was available; there weren't a lot of lights on except for those on the Christmas tree and other decorations, which was just fine for sitting a bit. Checkout the next morning was easy, and we were cheerfully greeted by staff when we came down. About the bar: on more recent visit we stopped in for dinner. Patrons were enjoying the patio and bar space; an adjoining room, game room, and loft space were also available. We took barstools and received great service there. Restaurant: Order food with your server and you'll get a text when it's ready; pick up is at the window in the game room. The 1/4 pound burger seemed to be a bit less so; it was a thin "smashed" burger with cheddar and some really good sauce, on a bun that was unnecessarily coated in butter or oil. Side salad was fresh and crispy, and house-made ranch was exceptionally good. Fries are the coated-double-fried sort, and served plenty hot. Every dish we tried was tasty. Distillery: so far all that's ready to serve is "white whiskey" -- raw unaged spirits with quite a kick! We tried it on the rocks and it was as expected; I'll wait for some aging before I have it in a cocktail, but I love that the option's available! Brewery: The beer list was impressive -- although there may be a mistake, as the Chava Wheat was marked as "gluten sensitivity friendly" (I'm pretty sure wheat is pretty gluteny!) That one--Chava Wheat--is a blood orange wheat "with a hint of raspberry" and was easily my fave. They brew several lagers and IPAs, a stout, and seasonals. This is a great one-stop for a night out, a road trip stop, or a small-town getaway for city folks! To make a longer day of it, shop Main Street, take in a show at the theater, and grab breakfast at one of the nearby cafés the next morning. Cheers!

Hundreds of Hops self-guided US Hop Passport Tour Amazing Brewery Race Stop 1 of 2 for ILLINOIS…read more We drove about 1.5hrs to hit one of the two add-on breweries for Illinois in the Hop Passport. Due to the weird Illinois laws on alcohol, they offered 10% off foid/merch in the book. The staff was unfamiliar with the passport & called overall 2nd staff person. They said it wasn't valid -discount denied. We still opted to eat & drink here. Each of us selected a beer and a dish. I went with the rooster salad, which was an excellent flavor combination & I really needed something greens! The chicken on it, however, was dry and took away from the salad - so, I took it off & enjoyed my salad without the chicken. The hubs opted for the grown-up grilled cheese and it was pretty tasty. Exactly what it sounds like. As this location probably doesn't see much in the way of the Hop Passports, it's not too shocking that they weren't aware of it. The prices were plenty reasonable enough to not feel put out by it either. The entire place is quirky, with "Easter eggs" throughout, a fun / tasty menu & an overall good vibe. It's certainly a gorgeous stop.

I give it a 5 for ambience! Very fun atmosphere! They rotate different beers monthly! I sadly…read moremissed the sours month so they had alot of ambers and a couple of ipad and heavier stout beers. The canned peach cider was very good! I like a good wheat or farmstead ales!

We've been dropping in to Opera House for a few years now, and it keeps getting better! This time…read morewe arrived at a rather quiet time (it got busier as the night went on) and were able to talk with one of the owners about their extensive spirits selections. We tried a few, including their barrel pick, and a new beer as well. Always a great place for a drink and friendly conversation (or a quiet spot to hang, if that's more your thing!)

The Lodge On Main is a treat! News sources report that the Hillsboro Moose Lodge closed in January…read more2023. The former Lodge building was purchased in April 2023 by Jim and Kelly Hewitt, owners of The Abbey on Broad, and opened to the public as The Lodge On Main that August, serving breakfast and lunch. The building retains much of its midcentury charm, with terrazzo floors, shiny handrails, and even some cool vintage furniture. Follow either stairway down to find the bar and dining area. The menu's a great selection of down-to-earth diner-style fare, including horseshoes, omelettes, burgers, sandwiches, and house-made soup. We came in for breakfast and found plenty of choices. Even the straightforward Lodge Breakfast has options of three meats, four potatoes, and I don't know how many egg preparations. Everything was delicious. I recommend the "seasoned cubes" potato option: about half-inch cubes, crispy on the outside, and flaky and delicious on the inside. The sausage breakfast sandwich had a very generous portion of meat and the English muffin was perfectly toasted. I look forward to returning to try that lunch menu as well--we'll be back soon!

1892 Supply is a coffee shop/ bookstore located on the campus of Greenville University. I didn't…read moreget any coffee but I purchased a GU coffee mug. This shop is really clean and organized. The young lady that assisted me was very nice. I really enjoyed my first visit to 1892 Supply'.