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04-30-2008, 12:24 AM
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Diners in downstate Illinois
I think I've been watching too many episodes of Dumpsters, Drive-Ins and Dives on the Food Network, but can anybody recommend me some good local diners in Illinois? I love breakfast food--particularly in large, greasy portions--and I was just wondering if anyone had any favorites. I'm up, down and across 57, 74, and 39 a lot and am sick of stopping in McDonalds, etc., (but with gas prices I'm sure I'll be traveling less). Still, if anybody has any good diner suggestions, let me know!
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04-30-2008, 09:58 AM
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Both of these are in Springfield:
1. Ritz's Lil' Fryer (N. Grand between Albany & Water Sts.) 2. Sunrise Cafe (S. 2nd & E. Vine Sts.)
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04-30-2008, 02:45 PM
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Pauls in Downtown Decatur. A total dive but I LOVE their shakes and my DH and his family think the chili is the best.
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04-30-2008, 07:55 PM
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There are a ton. Almost every little farm town has at least one great diner. Breakfast is usually the best.
If you're on 74 at the Goodfield exit, Busy Corner is still a greasy spoon, although they got a new building that isn't so old school diner-y. I believe the original Maid-Rite diner is still in Springfield--great dive.
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04-30-2008, 09:04 PM
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Sgt Peppers on Stevenson in Springfield.
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04-30-2008, 10:56 PM
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Champaign has Merry Ann's Diner. Two locations: downtown (Main Street east of Neil) and south (Neil at Kirby). The food is ... merely acceptable.
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05-04-2008, 01:18 AM
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Effingham doesn't really have "diner" diners, but if you want a good square meal in Effingham, try Niemergs Steak House. For Pizza, Joe's Pizza in downtown Effingham is my choice.
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05-06-2008, 10:22 AM
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Bills Toasty in Taylorville, though I think it is off your path. Traveling North, it would be 57 to 51 at Vandalia and 29 at Pana.
It's off the square (or just ask anywhere in town...) Service at the bar only. You won't be sorry! Last edited by Out of Alaska; 05-06-2008 at 10:22 AM. Reason: typo
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05-06-2008, 09:43 PM
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The Arcade Restaurant on Market Street in Paxton (Paxton is at milepost 261 on I-57) is reputed to be good, which tasty, large breakfasts.
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05-07-2008, 01:20 PM
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1) Merry Ann's Diner in Champaign (downtown and on Neil Street)
2) Sam's Cafe in Champaign (downtown)
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