The service & ice cream was very good! I'll definitely be…read moreback. Never once have I had a bad experience here

This place is a time-warp back to 2015! I suppose they started it when self-serve fro-yo was a big…read morething, and it just somehow hung on in town even as the trends shifted. In any case, the ice cream is pretty good. Not spectacular, but they have a lot of flavors and they come through pretty clearly. Pecan was probably a highlight, berry and chocolate were about average.

Ana is *so* welcoming, knowledgeable, & kind. I've been on a huge cookie kick & after just a couple…read moreof visits, she greets us as if we come in daily. The cookies here are phenomenal. Always fresh, warm, & consistently tasty. I love that there are vegan & gluten free options, too.

We checked out Insomnia Cookies since it was one of the few places that were apparently opened on a…read moreTuesday in Carbondale. It's your usual cookie store with various other options as well. This was the first Insomnia Cookies that had a complete menu with nothing out of stock. Staff here was pretty friendly for the most part and the cookies are reasonably priced compared to their other competitors that have opened up near me. They have parking in front as well, average place to check out.

Extremely poor service after calling customer service number & restaurant twice. I paid for two cod…read more3 piece meals over $40.00. I did not receive a complete meal. When I made it noticed All I received was a voucher for two items replaced and a scoop of ice cream to share, I guess. I have spent money many times at Culver's but will change my habit. I suggest anyone buying food to check it before you pull away! Also, as advised, be aware "you have 17 yr olds making your food and they aren't perfect "

I must send a special shout-out to Manager De'Ante at the Culver's in Carbondale, IL. I rarely eat…read moreout, but my money goes to Culver's butter burger when I crave fast food. If you have never had one, you are missing a mouth full of YUM! Last night, I went through the drive-thru and ordered my meal with special instructions. When I got home, I realized the order wasn't correct. I ate the fries and ice cream and counted it as a loss. Well, as I was returning from a trip this afternoon, I went by Culver's again. I was still needing that butter-burger itch scratched. Unfortunately, my order was made incorrect again. This time, I saved the burger, and after a brief nap, I drove back to Carbondale, determined to get my burger. As soon as I walked into the door, I was greeted by Manager De'Ante. I explained what had happened and asked for a replacement meal. I didn't want to go another day without that delicious burger. De'Ante repeated my order to ensure it would be done correctly, then told his team to begin the preparation of my meal. I am happy to report that the Culver's team got it right this time! We all have bad days, so I try to grant grace when something goes awry, and I love it when a restaurant is responsive and willing to correct its mistakes. Not only did I get my food hot and fresh, but unlike when I went through the drive-thru, I could see how beautiful the restaurant was inside. I was impressed with the accessibility and cleanliness as well. As you can see from the attached photos, the restaurant and lot are clean, well-lit, and extremely inviting. I recommend you go to Culver's for a delicious meal. When you stop in, tell them Kindra Speech sent you!

I've been here twice, and there's a lot to like. The strawberry and Nutella dessert crepe is on…read morepoint, and goes well with strawberry or vanilla ice cream. The roast beef savory crepe is also tasty -- though a little light on meat. In terms of the milk tea, it is passable. The tapioca pearls are cooked properly, but the tea itself is nothing special. That said, for the price, it's hard to go wrong. The interior could use some work. It's a bit run down, and the paper towel dispensers in the bathroom don't work great. Meanwhile, the service is solid. They were very patient and friendly with my kids.

Checked out this cafe in Carbondale. It has good options for lunch and later. Blend is known for…read morehaving lighter fare. Prices aren't that bad either even with it being one of the nicer restaurants around here. The crepes can be meaty or vegetarian among the many options. Basically this place is all staffed by SIU students with it being close to the campus. It's a scenario that seems like a recipe for disaster. That's not the case entirely. Can be a bit of a wait of course. The menu isn't that big, so it helps keep things running smoother. It's about $5 for a crepe. They have savory and sweet. Among the savory ones, we tried the mushroom. These were good and light enough that we didn't get filled up. For dessert you can get sweet ones. These include fruit fillings and whipped cream on top. Good place for tea and crepes. It's located on University Avenue at Mill Street. They frequently close for school events and vacations.

My wife and I have been going to smoothie King for a while some things we like some things we don't…read morebut overall we get good service at a good price will be going all the time.

From the owner: We're excited to serve Carbondale with safe and contactless pickup or delivery options! Order ahead…read morevia the Smoothie King website or the Healthy Rewards app to have your smoothie ready when you are. Our unique menu options are purposefully blended to meet your specific needs, goals, and ambitions. We're committed to blending a more nutritious smoothie with whole fruits and organic veggies and removing artificial ingredients and added sugars in many blends.

The fact that a small town like Carbondale has a co-op is a big plus. The story behind the co-op is…read morevery heartwarming to hear. Anyone can be an owner too! This place was great to come here because this place had a huge selection of vegan options to choose from. For me they had my health conscious drinks. The meals itself were pretty cheap. Even crazier is that this place sold vegan pizza! Other than that the store has a lot of great practical finds. The grocery prices are not too bad either compared to other co-ops. The dining section is very clean and well maintained. Staff here is also really friendly and helpful as well. I do think that the store facade let alone a whole strip mall needs to be updated. Clean restrooms as well and they always inform you about local events happening at the grocery store. Consistent daily deals with weekday specials. Great store to support!

Got some good things from this locally owned grocery store in Carbondale. It has a lot of natural…read moreand organic stuff. Neighborhood Co-Op is one of those places you can become a member at and get discounts and other things. Maybe the prices are kind of high, but there's a lot of harder to find items. There's a lot in here for plant based eating, as well as for those wanting to eat healthier, and local. Came to get a few things while on a visit and got more than expected. It's bigger than it looks. There's a lot of aisles, and has a good amount of baked goods, along with some pretty fresh produce. A lot of natural and organic items. They have a lot of the Applegate Farms products if you want organic meats and sausage. Of course there's plenty of plant based. They have non dairy items like nut milks and yogurts. In the bakery there was vegan zucchini bread. The prices in here are kind of high, but if you become a member you get coupons and specials. Has to be a stop if you're shopping for organics around here. It's located in the Murdale Shopping Center on West Main Street. There's a ton of things for vegans and vegetarians.

This was our first time visit. We went for lunch on a Saturday. We ordered a 12" Confused pizza…read more It was great!! Fast service. Atmosphere is different. College area. Wasn't too busy. Will go back

I have been a diner of the Italian Village since 1983. Yes, I'm old…read more I have so many memories of IV. Anytime, I am back in Carbondale, I return to the Italian Village for some delicious pizza. Every visit brings back a flood of nostalgia and great food! Some of my best memories of Carbondale occurred at the IV. This visit, I enjoyed and devoured a small pepperoni pizza. It was amazing! The friendly staff allowed me to look around and relive some of my fondest memories in this amazing restaurant. The Italian Village is the place in Carbondale to go for amazing pizza! You will love it here! The years have gone by, but the memories and delicious food remain!

Ordered a breakfast platter for 13.99 wasn't the worst price and really thought they would hook me…read moreup with all of the food. However the food was sub par and the hash browns weren't crispy and soggy while the sausage pattys were cooked on the same grill as the burgers as it drenched deep into the paddy as I went for a bite. For 13.99 I could say the food was not worth it but I'll give it another shot on the burgers.

I ordered wings and fries. Both were good. The experience is different from what you might expect,…read morebut the young man who owns Blocko's has an incredible story to tell. He is the greeter, waiter, and cashier. Ask him why he started the business. And if you have any suggestions for him, I bet he would appreciate it.

Let's start with the chips and salsa, standard free appetizer fare at every Mexican restaurant in…read moreAmerica. These chips are fresh and crunchy and amazing. So good in fact that I needed to ask, "are these made fresh?" They are and the difference is noticeable. The salsa fresca is awesome. If you're brain washed into thinking that thin flaky chips and thick pasty salsa is good, you're in for a shock. After lunch, my wife and I went back for dinner because of the chips and salsa. Other bonuses: The margaritas were good. Strong. A** kickingly strong. The food was tasty, but I don't know if it was exceptional. The service was a little slow. I wish they brought more than 2 flour tortillas per meal. Candidly, the chips and salsa are so good that everything else came in second.

Checked out this family friendly Mexican restaurant in Carbondale. Don Sol is like your standard…read morestrip mall place with margaritas, burritos, and more. It hardly is that authentic, but it's not trying to be though. Honestly it's better than it looks. The prices are kind of expensive unfortunately. Basically this is classic Mexican American food. It's got a few locations, including this one. This has the feel of a big chain to it, though. Anyway, the drinks and food are okay if not expecting much. The high prices make it hard to be satisfied. It's about $12 for a margarita. The Blue Lagoon is made with Blue Curaçao and it got us lit for sure. Food is even more expensive. It's about $15 for the Taco Salad Veggie. This comes in a crispy tortilla bowl, and is filled with broccoli, cheese dip and sour cream which I left off, guacamole, lettuce, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, and zucchini. Good stuff but certainly not worth the charge. The rest of the menu has typical Americanized stuff like fajitas and tacos. For sure it's not bad food. It's located on Giant City Road by University Mall. There's some things okay for vegetarians.

I loved Primo, but now all the locations are closed. I had said in a previous review that I did not…read morelike newbys Pizza but I retract that statement I actually love newbies Pizza. I was just bitter and salty over primos closing. I would recommend newbies too. They're just as good as primos was. They don't have the pizza in the bowl without the crust that I liked from Primo, but that's OK. I will still go there.

Chicago Deep Dish is ok. Not exactly like the ones from Chicago…read more The dough taste somewhat like Pizza Hut dough but a bit more stale. Cheese layer is mild/moderate thickness. The cheese bread is ok. Best if eaten when fresh out of the oven.