The Red Front

This place is amazing! Best milkshake I have had in a long time, and WOW! THEIR Navajo Taco was…read moreamazing! It was so big my husband and I shared it. They even have a hand painted mural of Nauvoo on the wall. We even got to meet the owner, Peter. He knows so many facts about Nauvoo it was like getting our own little tour. We will defiantly be coming back. P.s. I don't know who said they were closed but I'm happy we stopped.

Two words: curly fries!! Not a lot of options in the area but this place is the local dive. If you…read morewant dive food come here. We had the Nauvoo burgers, Navajo tacos and the fries, curly and regular. Service was really nice and they make the food as you order but they do a good job getting it out. We were pleased with everything and when your in a mood for dive food come check this place out.

Outside picnic area

Rear side of restaurant

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Fat Jimmy's Smokehouse and Spirits

5.0(1 review)

2.6 mi

What an amazing and beautiful spot for dinner!! Love sitting out side with a great meal and a…read moremargarita!!

From the owner: Fat Jimmy’s Smokehouse is nestled in the woods on Mississippi River Road just outside of Montrose,…read moreIowa. We offer a wide variety of smoked meats and tons of delicious homemade sides and desserts. We also offer free music on our patio!

Fat Jimmys Smoke House

4.0(38 reviews)

2.6 mi

Great barbecue, the sides were equally delicious! Because it is cafeteria style, it was amazingly…read morefast service! The ambiance is wonderful! It is like a park in the woods with playground equipment, games and plenty to keep everyone entertained!

Great choices, good service and spacious. We ordered the brisket, burnt ends, turkey and pulled…read morepork. My favorite sides were the sweet potato and baked beans.

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The Dirty Bird Bar and Grill

4.3(9 reviews)

17.6 mi

Service was abysmal and the food had no flavor. Stood while the waitress talked to the cook with…read moreher back to us for at least 10 minutes before getting the check to leave. Fried pickles just tasted like grease, and same with the burger. Really disappointing with how expensive it was. My wife had the chicken salad and said the chicken was soggy and underwhelming as well. Their ranch doesn't taste like ranch. It tastes like tzatiki sauce... I really don't understand the positive reviews for this place.

Just outside of Carthage , ILdown a 2 lane highway, on a dead end road. You have found the pot of…read moreGold at the end of the rainbow. Great burgers and sides. Light tasty and filling. Fantastic service.

Cocktail menu!

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Excellent tenderloin. thick at about 1/2". Juicy, with a crispy breading. Perfect size for a meal.

Carlito’s Place

4.9(10 reviews)

5.5 mi

The people that run this little place are wonderful! I had chili rellenos with rice and refried…read morebeans for sides and 3 warm flour (street taco size) tortillas and a large coke for $13.64! Wow! The food was really good. Be sure to check the hours as they are closed for a siesta on some days from 230 to 5 or 530.

We came back for more food!! we ordered the BLT with onion rings and chicken fried steak skillet…read more Not disappointed. Service was great. The place is clean

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Breakfast burrito

Angelini's Ristorante Italiano

4.2(103 reviews)

10.4 mi

Recommended to us by a local who called it the best pizza in town, so we had to go try. Drove about…read more20 minutes to the spot and we were seated immediately. Service was fast, snippy and attentive, everyone seemed to beam radiantly being there even though they were closing not that much later after we sat down. The restaurant itself was clean and so were the bathrooms... which really added to the experience. The "best pizza in town" had a crust that left much to be desired, but came dressed in a very delicious cheese and marinara sauce. In my opinion, they should boast about their fettuccini Alfredo and clean bathrooms rather than their pizzas, because it was truly delicious. Overall, I highly recommend it, just not for what they're famous for.

Amazing pizza, always delicious friendly family owned business. Service is great and friendly.read more

Seating area

Cannoli

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Drinks

Warsaw Brewery

4.4(28 reviews)

13.0 mi

Food was great !! Amazing food with an amazingly low cost…read more We ordered to pickup and that was quick. Should have stayed for the ambiance.

The special was catfish fillet the drink special was that they called a margarita firecracker now I…read moredon't drink, but my lovely girlfriend does. I've never seen a margarita put in a glass that is intended for whiskey so that was the first I had sweet tea, but it wasn't sweet at all. We ordered our supper at 6:52 PM. I called the waitress over at 7:45 she said they were backed up in the kitchen. I don't believe this was true. Everyone around us had their food except us. I believe she didn't get the order in or they lost the ticket when the meal came at around 8 o'clock. The baked potato would not melt butter. You could hold it in your hand. It was cold. I ordered grilled fish. I got fried fish. My girlfriend had chicken fried steak. It's actually chicken fried chicken she had mashed potatoes. They reminded us both of when we were in high school. We get those potatoes that you're not quite sure they're potatoes. I called the waitress over. I told her about my meal. She said she'd have them remake it. I said no thank you she said she'd take it off the bill. It's not about money. I can afford to eat wherever I want. She didn't offer to do anything else and I believe us having to wait almost an hour for our food was really ridiculous. Needless to say I'll have second thoughts if I ever decide to eat there again.

Loaded Bloody Mary

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Exterior of the former brewery.

Fort Colony Family Diner

3.5(34 reviews)

5.1 mi

My mom went to cut her sandwich in half and found a bug in it. When confronting the waitress she…read morereported "oh it's probably just a fruit fly". Would not recommend.

Food & Service are outstanding choice of a booth or table. Good view from inside to outside…read more Handicap Parking. The Hostess & Waiter's are Helpful on choices. The Food is excellent with decent prices.

Extra room for parties!

OMG, they don't kid around. We brought ours home so we weren't rushed at ALL while we scarfed it down. :P

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Cozy Monday morning at 9 for a warm, fresh breakfast

Buffalo61 Bar & Grille

3.4(50 reviews)

5.3 mi

•$$$

Very unpleasant customer service experience today…read more I am 67, broke my leg last year and have trouble standing for long periods. I entered the restaurant behind a man and woman and stood in the waiting area. There were 2 people at the bar and one guy sitting at a table but no hostess, waitress or bartender to be seen. After about 5 minutes, I called out "Hello, is anybody there?" Eventually, the waitress appeared and asked the woman in front of me if we were together. The woman said no, that she was there with her son and then, in a very loud, nasty voice, "I wouldn't have screamed at you like she did", looking at me. The waitress turned her back on me and took the woman to her table without greeting me or acknowledging my presence. Not enjoying the vibe, I left. Get it together people.

Nice size portions. Perfect comfort food. I can't believe how big the tenderloin is. We could have…read moreordered a bun in the side and made two sandwiches. Our waitress was courteous and efficient.

Menu of the daily features

Buffalo chicken tenderloin plate

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Smothered sauce wings

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Makall B.

7 years ago

This is seriously the best place to eat in Nauvoo. They have so many options from sandwiches and salads to burgers, hotdogs and delicious desserts. Not to mention they have FRESH cinnamon rolls everyday! What kind of a restaurant has homemade cinnamon rolls anymore. They are constantly adding new items and the staff is so kind to help when you need something special. You have to check them out if you are in Nauvoo. We love the Red Front! read more

Jenna C.

7 years ago

The food here is amazing!! The sauce they put on there hotdogs was so good! The service was great, fast and friendly. And if you need a sweet treat your in luck! There ice cream bricks are out of this world good! Basically you can not go wrong with anything you order, because it is all so good. And the prices are very affordable! If your ever in Nauvoo this is a must visit place! read more

Katelyn C.

7 years ago

I ate at the red front a couple of times while in nauvoo and it was amazing! I ordered the "burgerdilla" and it was delicious! They have a special sauce that they put on it and it was so tasty. They had a wide variety of food and lots of tempting treats. I would definitely recommend stopping by if you find yourself in nauvoo. read more

Bart K.

7 years ago

First visit here - Chipotle Hot Dog and Burger were excellent. Chicken salad on croissants were also very, very good. Was pleasantly surprised at the good food at a reasonable cost. We will be visiting again during our week-long stay in Nauvoo. Very friendly and helpful service as well. read more

Linda C.

6 years ago

The food was amazing, not just your standard burger! and the sandwiches are delicious as well. Their signature desert "the Brick" is to die for. They also have other amazing homemade treats. It is such a great price, the whole family can go even if we are on a budget! read more

Kim S.

7 years ago

You have to try this place! Tell them Kim sent you and ask for the secret menu of a burgerdilla. The rest of the food is really, really good as well but the secret menu is the best and then a brick for dessert oh my, oh my, oh my... read more

Ally M.

7 years ago

Great food, great price! Best place to eat in Nauvoo, perfect for families who don't want to spend big bucks on the buffet every night. Very nice inside, friendly staff. read more

Darren O.

4 years ago

Excellent food. Excellent atmosphere. As a family we ordered many menu items so i was able to try them all and everything was great. Definitely going again. read more

Adele A.

4 months ago

Excellent service and food. We were in Nauvoo for three days and ate three different meals there. Highly recommend eating The Red Front!!!

Julie J.

3 years ago

This place was amazing we came in with a group of 20 and they were fast and cheerful. The place was clean and the food was delicious.

Isaiah S.

5 years ago

Great food and very well priced. We were very happy with the quality of food and when we are back in the area we will be back. 10/10 read more

Ana L.

3 years ago

If you loooooove cinnamon rolls and awesome people this is your placenot to mention a reeeeeeeeaaaaally yummy chicken salad

Clay H.

3 years ago

Great food. Priced reasonably. Friendly, helpful service. Limited menu options. Great ice cream-based desserts.

Celeste C.

6 years ago

We had dinner here while visiting Nauvoo. It was wonderful! The desserts are to die for!

Sarah K.

4 years ago

We have eaten at The Red Front several times and have liked everything we have tried!

Heidi M.

3 years ago

Hands down best cinnamon roll and roast beef sandwich I've ever had!

Renee B.

4 years ago

my cook, Ryan, made my "burgerdilla" very scrumptious

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