We've stopped in to Mississippi Culture a several times, and have usually found co-owner Tracy…read morebehind the bar. He's created an atmosphere--and product--that makes me want to stick around awhile. In fact, for our last visit we got carry-out food from an Italian restaurant in town and enjoyed it at MC's bar so we could make an evening of it. The mood in the room is comfortable, with high ceilings, dark wood, and just enough warm lighting. The music is cool; Tracy knows what works in the space and creates a nice vibe. Printed menus are readily available, listing current house beers, guest taps, and can and bottle offerings. They also have a nice cocktail menu featuring house-made cordials and such. And the beer--it's really good! They specialize in oak-fermented ales, and seem to know what they're doing and take pride in their work. A couple farmhouse ales hit the spot on a recent hot day. My fave on the menu was the Orange Peeler saison, and I regret not bringing home some cans (the first beer they've canned, I believe.) They also have some collabs with Perennial Artisan Ales available in bottles; those did come home with us. Another beer that's not currently on the menu, but I enjoyed a few months ago: Fuzzy Guitars, an oak-aged saison with blackberries. There's always something new and interesting here, as well as beers worth coming back to each time. Also a hit for me: the cocktails and mocktails. I chose a cocktail off the menu (the name of it escapes me... something about a worm) that involved tequila, absinthe, vermouth, and... I don't know what else but it was perfectly balanced and lovely to sip. I followed that up with a flavored soda that was also top-notch. Mississippi Culture is hosting events, including live music and trivia nights--I'm looking forward to returning for those soon.

This is an awesome local brewery. You can bring in food, they play a variety of good music, and…read moreoften participate or host local events. Their beer & cocktail menus change seasonally and always offer a variety of well crafted options.

Really cute place. Right on the train tracks which is kinda fun…read more It wasn't too busy when we got there at 5:30 on Saturday. Server was super nice. Attentive without being overbearing. We had the pulled pork nachos, beer cheese soup, BLT, Cajun chicken tenders with sweet potato fries and the Cajun cole slaw. All was really good. I had the red sangria which was outstanding. I deducted a star, because there seemed to be a lot of confusion with what was coming out, who was bringing it, and where it was. The stars seemed to be getting frustrated with each other and didn't hide it. Other than that one hiccup, nice place and would return.

I don't have anything good or bad to say about this restaurant. It's just meh. The prices don't…read morematch the lackluster quality of the food.

Beef medallions were excused Waiters were there for…read moreeverything we needed. Front room was quaint. Definitely a place for a return dinner

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!

Great food, great service, and the ambiance of an iconic bar, which it is. The vine covered…read moreexterior is neat, downtown landmark location. This is the place to eat or drink in Mount Olive. You will like or love this well run spot..

Had a delightful weekday lunch here on a recent road trip. I went with the pork tenderloin "shoe."…read more If you aren't familiar with the "shoe" it's a mid Illinois thing with Texas toast, topped with your choice of protein, fries, and your choice of sausage gravy or cheese sauce. Each element of the plate was great, good tenderloin, lightly battered, crispy fries, and outstanding cheese sauce. They were very busy with the local crowd, including a couple of tables of card players. Just one employee and a cook holding down the fort, but they managed well. Wish I knew what was in that cheese sauce.

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.

Came here on a Saturday night and there were about 6 people here when we arrived. We sat in the…read morerear couch area and were finally approached about 15 min after our arrival. We finished our drinks but one person in our group didnt receive his. We were never approached by wait staff again, and we had to go to the bar to pay our tab upon leaving. Drinks were great and the drink menu looks fantastic, but we were very disappointed with the quality of the service.

Delish cocktails. I got the raftini and my fiancé got the strawberry basil margarita, both were…read moregreat We also tried the soca boba cocktail, which was yummy as well! Service was great.

I cannot say enough good things about this place. You know it's gonna be good when the chef…read moredelivers his dinner plates lol. We had the tartiflette for an appetizer and it was SO good, I still catch myself thinking about it. Savory potato & onion dip on crusty bread! I tried the bormio salad and when I say it's the best anchovy dressing I have ever had, I mean it. My boyfriend tried the pork chops & said they were tender. Their dirty martini had some really good olives in it and I know that sounds weird, but these were better than any olive I've ever had. Looking forward to returning!

I wish I could give them 6 stars…read more Everything, and I mean everything, was completely dialed-in. From the reservation, to the hostess greeting us and helping us even though we arrived an hour early, to the desserts. The server was knowledgeable and helpful in choosing our food and drinks. It's a small menu, but clearly that allows and incredible focus on the quality and the details. I cannot imagine being unhappy with anything listed. This, for us is a special occasion place, simply because of the prices, but WORTH IT.

I visited about a week ago and had an outstanding experience. The new ownership has done a…read morefantastic job creating a welcoming atmosphere with a great ambiance that immediately stands out. The quality of the food and drinks was excellent, and you can tell they take pride in every detail. The staff was knowledgeable, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome from the moment we walked in. If you've been here before, it's definitely worth giving it another try under the new ownership. I'll absolutely be back and highly recommend checking it out!

Well, this is a hidden little treasure worthy of seeking out! Tucked along the McT Trail in…read moreEdwardsville, it has clean, modern, sleek furnishings creating an intimate setting, cool old (1929 era?) music, nice outdoor dining patio... Service was excellent, food better. We tried the share platter with olives, homemade bread and cheeses, then shared a house salad and mushroom pizza. All perfectly fresh and delicious. Highly recommend!

We had a pre dinner drink at Wheat Penny last night, and the experience was overall enjoyable. We…read morewould definitely come back. We walked in around 4:15pm, and found an open private booth which was cool. The entire space is classy and I'd like to sit in the leather chairs in the back room next time. The drinks were good- a Carajillo and special "love potion". The booth had the ability to control our music volume which we enjoyed. The only hiccup is the menu said to "hit the button in your booth to order", we couldn't find the button. After waiting quite a while our waitress hadn't come back, so I went to find her and put our drinks in. She explained the booths no longer have buttons. No big deal, but we should have been approached sooner for our drink order versus having to go find her. All in all we still enjoyed our experience and will return.

Such a neat speakeasy! The decor is gorgeous and there are lots of private booths for rent…read more Although half the space was rented for a private event, there was plenty of seats open. Service was also great with super friendly bartenders! The margarita was delicious & they even had Tajin for the rim! They also have an incredible bourbon selection and flights available.

This is still an amazing spot to spend time with friends. It's such a great atmosphere and very…read morewelcoming. I love meeting new people there. The best nights are when the owners, Zyi and Jenni, are there. They bring the sparkle. It's a beautiful place to enjoy art, music and laughter. That's why I keep coming back.

First time trying out this cute little spot, been trying to get here for a while now! I'm glad I…read morewas able to stop in and check it out. They are drinks only however they do have snacks on hand that you can purchase which is cool. We ate before hand but I also seen them bringing out some pack eager ramen so that may be available for purchase as well. I love the uniqueness of the menu and the fact that they allow customer creations to be on the menu as well. Customer service was top tier! The drinks were great I'd give them a 9/10. I will def be back to visit.