The 9 Best Mom and Pop Restaurants in Illinois!

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Family Kitchen, Waterloo, IL

For homemade cooking and great service, check out Family Kitchen in Waterloo. This family-owned business offers a clean, friendly atmosphere with high-quality food served in generous portions.…

For homemade cooking and great service, check out Family Kitchen in Waterloo. This family-owned…

The 11 Best Mexican Restaurants in Illinois!

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Casa Romero Mexican Restaurant, Waterloo, IL

For truly extraordinary Mexican food, Casa Romero Mexican Restaurant is the place to go. They offer an expansive menu with favorites including the chips and salsa, which are freshly made, pollo…

For truly extraordinary Mexican food, Casa Romero Mexican Restaurant is the place to go. They offer…

The 10 Best Brunch Places in Illinois!

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Bean Tree Cafe, Waterloo, IL

Known for their friendly service and great-tasting food, Bean Tree Cafe is the perfect spot for brunch. They serve breakfast, lunch, soups, specialty drinks, fresh coffee, and much more. The owners…

Known for their friendly service and great-tasting food, Bean Tree Cafe is the perfect spot for…

The 10 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Illinois!

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Gallagher's, Waterloo, IL

Known for their homemade comfort food in a relaxed environment, Gallagher’s offers all-you-can-eat fried chicken family-style every Sunday. Their homemade sides, which include potatoes, green…

Known for their homemade comfort food in a relaxed environment, Gallagher’s offers…

The 10 Best Pumpkin Patches in Illinois!

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Pumpkin Blossom Hill, Red Bud, IL

Family-owned since 1984, Pumpkin Blossom Hill has been opening their farm to pumpkin pickers for decades. Not only can you pick pumpkins from the patch, but choose from beautiful mums, gourds, and…

Family-owned since 1984, Pumpkin Blossom Hill has been opening their farm to pumpkin pickers for…

The Top 14 Historical Sites in Illinois!

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Fort De Chartres, Prairie Du Rocher, IL

With history dating back to 1790, the Fort De Chartres was a French Fortification built of limestone on Mississippi River’s east bank. It was rebuilt several times due to flooding, and now…

With history dating back to 1790, the Fort De Chartres was a French Fortification built of…

10 Best Auto Shows in Illinois!

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Annual Waterloo Optimist Club Car Show, Waterloo, IL

Held each June in the heart of Waterloo, the Annual Waterloo Optimist Club Car Show takes place in the historic, charming downtown square and always features a wide variety of unique vehicles and…

Held each June in the heart of Waterloo, the Annual Waterloo Optimist Club Car Show takes place in…

10 Best Laser Tag Centers in Illinois!

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The Edge offers a unique experience like nothing you've ever witnessed before. With its record-breaking 14,000 square feet of pure adventure, prove your skills in one of the world's largest laser tag…

The Edge offers a unique experience like nothing you've ever witnessed before. With its…

10 Best Places to Pick Strawberries in Illinois!

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Scharf Farm, Millstadt, IL

This family-owned farm features freshly picked strawberries at the roadside stand, or come get your hands dirty in the most entertaining way possible and pick your own during strawberry picking…

This family-owned farm features freshly picked strawberries at the roadside stand, or come get your…

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Illinois!

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The Edge, Belleville, IL

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…

The Edge is one of those entertainment complexes where there’s a favorite for everyone under…

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

Cecena's Jewelry, Shiloh, IL

Featured in 10 Best Jewelers in Illinois!

From sparkling diamond necklaces to intricate watch repairs, their expert staff will do it all with a warm welcome. Step inside and peruse the excellent selection of designs, and ask about their… Read More

Country Estate Kennel, Shiloh, IL

Featured in 10 Best Dog Kennels in Illinois!

The Country Estate Kennel is the perfect home away from home for your four-legged family member. Guests can choose from luxurious private suites, indoor or outdoor runs, tasty treats, secure walks,… Read More

Fort De Chartres, Prairie Du Rocher, IL

Featured in The Top 14 Historical Sites in Illinois!

With history dating back to 1790, the Fort De Chartres was a French Fortification built of limestone on Mississippi River’s east bank. It was rebuilt several times due to flooding, and now… Read More

Illusions Color Spa, Belleville, IL

Featured in 10 Best Hair Salons in Illinois

A new hairstyle can reinvent your look, and Illusions Color Spa can make that happen. This premier studio is Belleville’s favorite spot for full hair services as well as spa services and skin… Read More

Belleville East Laundromat, Belleville, IL

Featured in 10 Best Laundromats in Illinois!

Belleville East Laundromat provides a special service for customers who have a lot of laundry to do and are busy. They have Dexter machines made of stainless steel, which are ideal for fitting even… Read More

Bel-Air Bowl, Belleville, IL

Featured in 10 Best Bowling Alleys in Illinois!

This venue features 32 lanes of bowling, a professional and attentive staff, and a pro shop. Plus, the all-day cafe is the perfect place to enjoy a meal and some cold drinks on site. 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

Geo's Wings & More, Belleville, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Wings in Illinois!

Geo’s Wings offers a huge selection of wing flavors including peanut butter and jelly, which locals like. The atmosphere is nothing special, but the owners are friendly and the beer is cold.… Read More

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