15 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Illinois!

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Two-Story Outhouse, Gays, IL

On a patch of green grass in a small park stands a two-story outhouse. This historic outhouse in Gays was once connected to two-story apartments, but the apartments were eventually demolished. The…

On a patch of green grass in a small park stands a two-story outhouse. This historic outhouse in…

The 8 Best Mom and Pop Restaurants in Illinois!

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Yoder's Kitchen, Arthur, IL

Yoder’s Kitchen serves old-fashioned Amish cooking in a clean facility. They offer menu items and a buffet, which includes a salad bar and dessert station. Popular menu items include the fried…

Yoder’s Kitchen serves old-fashioned Amish cooking in a clean facility. They offer menu items…

Crispy Perfection: Best Places for Fried Chicken in Illinois

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Niemerg's Steakhouse & Brass Rail Lounge, Effingham, IL

Niemerg’s Steakhouse features a huge menu and extremely reasonable prices. Their serve a chicken lunch and dinner, which are both served with salad or soup, vegetable, and potato. Their country…

Niemerg’s Steakhouse features a huge menu and extremely reasonable prices. Their serve a…

The 9 Best Hardware Stores in Illinois!

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Steve Jones Plumbing & Hardware, Newton, IL

For a local hardware store that always goes the extra mile, head to Steve Jones Plumbing & Hardware. They offer hardware supplies, appliances, and services including plumbing and remodeling.…

For a local hardware store that always goes the extra mile, head to Steve Jones Plumbing &…

The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Illinois!

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Eagle Creek State Recreation Area, Findlay, IL

View indigenous wildlife, miles of shoreline, and herds of deer at the Eagle Creek State Recreation Area in Findlay. Hikers can undertake three marked trails for a relaxing walk through the forest,…

View indigenous wildlife, miles of shoreline, and herds of deer at the Eagle Creek State Recreation…

The 9 Best Markets in Illinois!

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Shady Crest Farm Market, Arthur, IL

Shady Crest Farm Market isn’t your typical grocery store—this small market offers many homemade products. You’ll find fresh produce, deli meats, and cheeses, baked goods such as…

Shady Crest Farm Market isn’t your typical grocery store—this small market offers many…

Sugar Rush! Illinois' Best Candy Shops

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Flesor’s Candy Kitchen, Tuscola, IL

Located in Tuscola, Flesor’s Candy Kitchen isn’t your ordinary candy store. They hand-dip their chocolates and have an old-time soda fountain. They’re known for their butter creams,…

Located in Tuscola, Flesor’s Candy Kitchen isn’t your ordinary candy store. They…

The 10 Best Pet Stores in Illinois!

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Sailfin Pet Shop, Champaign, IL

For over 38 years, Sailfin Pet Shop has been serving the local Champaign area with the best selection of pets, accessories, and supplies. They have reptiles, fish, birds, insects, and small…

For over 38 years, Sailfin Pet Shop has been serving the local Champaign area with the best…

The 10 Best Brunch Places in Illinois!

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Silvercreek Restaurant, Urbana, IL

Every Sunday Silvercreek Restaurant offers a scrumptious brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. featuring an extensive spread of breakfast and lunch items along with pastries, desserts, and…

Every Sunday Silvercreek Restaurant offers a scrumptious brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.…

The 9 Best BBQ Joints in Illinois!

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Black Dog Smoke & Ale House, Urbana, IL

For a Latin-meets-New American flavor, look no further than Black Dog Smoke & Ale House. Customers love the tender meat, burnt ends, and friendly wait staff. Choose from a vast selection of…

For a Latin-meets-New American flavor, look no further than Black Dog Smoke & Ale House.…

Eagle Creek State Recreation Area, Findlay, IL

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Steve Jones Plumbing & Hardware, Newton, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Hardware Stores in Illinois!

For a local hardware store that always goes the extra mile, head to Steve Jones Plumbing & Hardware. They offer hardware supplies, appliances, and services including plumbing and remodeling.… Read More

Flesor’s Candy Kitchen, Tuscola, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Candy Shops in Illinois!

Located in Tuscola, Flesor’s Candy Kitchen isn’t your ordinary candy store. They hand-dip their chocolates and have an old-time soda fountain. They’re known for their butter creams,… Read More

Niemerg's Steakhouse & Brass Rail Lounge, Effingham, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Illinois!

Niemerg’s Steakhouse features a huge menu and extremely reasonable prices. Their serve a chicken lunch and dinner, which are both served with salad or soup, vegetable, and potato. Their country… Read More

Shady Crest Farm Market, Arthur, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Markets in Illinois!

Shady Crest Farm Market isn’t your typical grocery store—this small market offers many homemade products. You’ll find fresh produce, deli meats, and cheeses, baked goods such as… Read More

Two-Story Outhouse, Gays, IL

Featured in 15 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Illinois!

On a patch of green grass in a small park stands a two-story outhouse. This historic outhouse in Gays was once connected to two-story apartments, but the apartments were eventually demolished. The… Read More

Triptych Brewing, Savoy, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Breweries in Illinois!

Triptych Brewing is named for the three main, raw ingredients they use in their beer-making process. They have brewed over 100 different types of beers and enjoy creating new and different varieties.… Read More

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