Sal's Bistro is located right on "the strip" in Carbondale, near Southern Illinois University…read more While out and about running errands today, we decided to stop in and try it out after hearing good things and reading a couple of good reviews online. There is plenty of seating in the dining area. Walk up and order at the counter. Everything was fresh and delicious. Made to order and you can modify any menu item to your liking. We ordered the combo so we could try a small sandwich and a small salad. The only issue is, there is nothing small about them! Both were delicious, but a meal within itself. I couldn't finish mine and ended up bringing half of each home! We tried the Triple Berry Salad, Greek salad, and the Chicken Bacon Ranch on ciabatta bread sandwiches. If you like fresh ingredients and healthier options, this is the place for you! We will definitely be back...

Excellent. The veggie sandwich is fantastic, but so is Sal's Special. Highly recommend.read more

This local establishment was a good find for me. It's a cozy, nicely decorated café that is…read moreinviting and has wonderful aesthetics. I was interested in trying their baked treats, and upon my visit, I found exactly what I wanted to get. The menu variety was good. They offer cookies, pastries, breakfast meals, lunch meals like sandwiches, etc. The pricing was reasonable. I got a Pink Cookie (Southern IL specialty), a Chocolate Chunk Walnut cookie, a Date Walnut cookie, something called an Orange Chipper (a type of cookie), as well as an Italian sandwich (called Bakery Sub on the menu). The Date Walnut cookie was my top favorite. It was soft and also crunchy where the walnuts were. The Orange Chipper was my next favorite, followed by the Pink Cookie (iced frosting shortbread cookie). The sandwich was loaded and had a good flavor. The deli meats (ham, and salami) were fresh. The service was good. This was a gem of a find for me and I would go back there again when visiting Carbondale. Definitely recommended.

A group of us recently went there and the staff was less than friendly. Very poor customer service…read more They seemed annoyed to be serving us. The drinks were also very watered down. No manners when serving drinks and seemed to have an attitude. The restaurant had a nice vibe, but sadly I would not return here due to the poor service and quality of the drinks.

2/15/26, 3:33pm, no answer in the drive thru. After waiting over ten minutes, we pulled around to…read morethe window where two workers were talking and one was on the phone. They saw us, never came to the window. Never acknowledged us, despite seeing us. We called three times, no answer but it did say they were open. Probably not going to come back to this location due to horrible, non-existent service.

Was at the Carbondale location today about 12:50. There was a line which is fine, only one employee…read moreworking behind the counter. She was taking orders out when another employee walks up and she asked him to take orders. When she comes back up she gets herself a drink and ignores the customers waiting. She acted like there was no one waiting, which a couple of them had been waiting a while. I visit this location often and have never had bad service or even bad food. This was a first.

Stopped in for a delicious breakfast skillet while visiting the area. My companion had pancakes the…read moresize of his head. The restaurant was laid back and inviting with local artists showcasing art for sale on the walls. There was a long, but fast moving line and the staff was running like the marathoners they are. Fast, friendly service!

We visit so often and yet I haven't updated my review in a long time! I snapped a pic of my fav…read morebrunch dish today. I almost always get the breakfast burrito with no sour cream and extra salsa... It's delicious! It comes with their famous ranch potatoes and fruit. My husband gets it the way it comes and adds a side of sourdough toast... but he also changes things up trying new things on the menu all of the time. Their lunch is also great. You can't beat the service! Your entire group needs to be there to be seated. Parking around back. Food comes out quick and hot. Be sure to check them out!

First time coming here, me and my wife wanted to check this place out since we were visiting the…read morestrip mall with all the stores and we wanted to check this place out when it opened. This place had a variety of great food for me and her. They have plenty of vegan options for my wife and plenty of great other options for me. Their food does take a while to make especially if there's a line but with that being said I could say that the food is worth the wait and it absolutely fills you up. Staff here was very nice and friendly. The dining area is very clean and well kept as well. There's plenty of parking as well.

Sure we ordered a burger, fries as well as nuggets (next time tenders)...but we thought the fish…read moresandwich was great! Limited availability I guess...but you can also get it as a platter. Thin fresh cut fries are also unusual for us. Seems like the math would be two small fries ($3) same as one medium ($6) Fitz's sodas in bottles in the case.

I so enjoy this cafe. It consistently has excellent food, coffee and service. Have been going to…read morethis restaurant for years. Staff is accommodating to any requests. Food is healthy and unique.

Fun cafe with celiac safe- gluten free items on the menu. Attentive server and excellent…read moreconversation. The gluten free waffle was tasty along with the southwestern special. They have a whole pastry case of gluten free and vegan items. The back room store was fun to poke around in after our brunch.

Food not very good and portions are small. Only would go late night if nothing else is open. Nice…read morestore fire everything else but the made to order food is below avg.

good service and food! 10/10 check them out you won't be disappointed!!read more

One of my favorite places in the Dale. Their lentil soup is the best ever! And the Dolmas...just…read morelike I remember from my favorite Jordanian Mom. Thank you for all the vegan options.

First time trying this on my birth town the Gyro was delicious a large portion and very tasty my…read morefamily had the Greek Salad, the Salmon, yellow rice, Wings, pita bread & brown sauce (can't recall the dip) they all enjoyed everything. Service great Ambiance good.