The 9 Best Sports Bars in Illinois!

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E.L. Flanagan's Sports & Spirits, Highland, IL

For tasty bar food and fast service, look no further than E.L. Flanagan’s. Their wait staff is friendly and attentive and guests can enjoy the live music on weekends. The outdoor patio is…

For tasty bar food and fast service, look no further than E.L. Flanagan’s. Their wait staff…

10 Best Places to Get Apple Cider in Illinois!

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Mills Apple Farm, Marine, IL

Mills Apple Farm is your one-stop destination for getting a taste of the land. Get your cup ready and try some of the sweet cider made by local makers. Then, get happily lost as you wander through…

Mills Apple Farm is your one-stop destination for getting a taste of the land. Get your cup ready…

10 Best Tea Shops in Illinois!

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Weeping Willow Tea Room, Glen Carbon, IL

The Weeping Willow Tea Room is a cozy spot to escape from the hustle and bustle of life. Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch or indulge in a delicious dessert paired with your favorite loose leaf tea.…

The Weeping Willow Tea Room is a cozy spot to escape from the hustle and bustle of life. Enjoy a…

10 Best Margaritas in Illinois!

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Oaxaca Margarita Bar & Mexican Restaurant, Edwardsville, IL

Oaxaca Margarita Bar & Mexican Restaurant is the only place for south-of-the-border style margaritas. From their vibrantly flavored, tangy margaritas to authentic Mexican dishes with the special…

Oaxaca Margarita Bar & Mexican Restaurant is the only place for south-of-the-border style…

10 Best Juice Bars in Illinois!

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Source Juicery, Edwardsville, IL

Source Juicery, located in downtown Edwardsville, is the spot to get your health back on track. This juicer has something to help you get your glow back from their freshly made cold-pressed juice to…

Source Juicery, located in downtown Edwardsville, is the spot to get your health back on track.…

Editors' Picks: 19 of the Best Things to Do in Illinois!

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Cahokia Mounds, Collinsville, IL

This is the biggest prehistoric Indian settlement outside of Mexico. Explore 120 mounds, the tallest being the 100-foot high Monks Mound. Besides being a National Historic Landmark, it's also a…

This is the biggest prehistoric Indian settlement outside of Mexico. Explore 120 mounds, the…

The 10 Best Caterers in Illinois!

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Conway’s Catering & Deli, Maryville, IL

Conway’s Catering is known for its creative cuisine and sensational flavors. With decades of combined catering experience, the owners are true professionals who constantly deliver quality…

Conway’s Catering is known for its creative cuisine and sensational flavors. With decades of…

The 10 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Illinois!

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Good Ol Days, New Baden, IL

Expect the finest country cookin’ in the area at Good Ol Days Restaurant in New Baden. Every Sunday they offer all-you-can-eat fried chicken served with a variety of tasty sides like sweet…

Expect the finest country cookin’ in the area at Good Ol Days Restaurant in New Baden. Every…

The 9 Best Cake Shops in Illinois!

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Berkemann's Baker's Dozen, New Baden, IL

Taste a slice of heaven at Berkemann’s Baker’s Dozen. This local gem is known for their scrumptious cakes and reasonable prices. Customers love the friendly service and highly recommend…

Taste a slice of heaven at Berkemann’s Baker’s Dozen. This local gem is known for their…

The 10 Best Bakeries in Illinois!

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Kruta Bakery, Collinsville, IL

Kruta Bakery in Collinsville takes pride using the highest quality ingredients and baking from scratch. Open since 1919, this fourth-generation bakery specializes in Eastern European baked goods.…

Kruta Bakery in Collinsville takes pride using the highest quality ingredients and baking from…

Weeping Willow Tea Room, Glen Carbon, IL

Featured in 10 Best Tea Shops in Illinois!

The Weeping Willow Tea Room is a cozy spot to escape from the hustle and bustle of life. Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch or indulge in a delicious dessert paired with your favorite loose leaf tea.… Read More

Source Juicery, Edwardsville, IL

Featured in 10 Best Juice Bars in Illinois!

Pink Elephant Antique Mall, Livingston, IL

Featured in 5 Best Fudge Shops in Illinois!

Treat yourself to a blast from the past at Pink Elephant Antique Mall. Dwell in the nostalgia of the 50s as you peruse the shelves of homemade fudge, vintage candies, bulk salt water taffy, and… Read More

The Edge, Belleville, IL

Featured in 10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Illinois!

The Edge is one of those entertainment complexes where there’s a favorite for everyone under one roof. You can spend plenty of rainy days checking out the various attractions like virtual… Read More

Cahokia Mounds, Collinsville, IL

Featured in Editors' Picks: 19 of the Best Things to Do in Illinois!

This is the biggest prehistoric Indian settlement outside of Mexico. Explore 120 mounds, the tallest being the 100-foot high Monks Mound. Besides being a National Historic Landmark, it's also a… Read More

Easy Buffet and Grill, Belleville, IL

Featured in 10 Best Buffets in Illinois

If you have a group of people who all want something different, the name of this restaurant says it all - the Easy Buffet and Grill. This Belleville hotspot has a wide variety of amazing dishes so… Read More

Good Ol Days, New Baden, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Illinois!

Expect the finest country cookin’ in the area at Good Ol Days Restaurant in New Baden. Every Sunday they offer all-you-can-eat fried chicken served with a variety of tasty sides like sweet… Read More

Saigon Vietnamese & Chinese Cuisine, Belleville, IL

Featured in 10 Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Illinois!

Saigon Vietnamese & Chinese Cuisine is the place for unforgettable culinary cuisine. Using carefully selected and crafted ingredients, their dishes are warm, spicy, and flavorful. Saigon Vietnamese &… Read More

St. Clair Bowl, Fairview Heights, IL

Featured in 10 Best Bowling Alleys in Illinois!

This 50 lane bowling center offers an excellent gaming parlor, along with a bowling pro shop and a cafe with delicious fries and other treats. Fairview Heights is home to the best venue to enjoy date… Read More

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