Best restaurants near me in Carlinville, IL

Wonderful food, service, and a great vibe. Would recommend to anyone first time we’ve been there midday.

Cooper's Hawk consistently delivers exceptional dining experiences, and our recent visit was no exception. With a well-deserved five-star rating, this establishment has become a favorite haunt for us. The attentive service provided by our server, Meghan, added a personal touch to the evening and enhanced our dining pleasure. Each dish and drink was expertly prepared, showcasing the culinary mastery of the kitchen staff. Furthermore, we were impressed by the outstanding wine selection that perfectly complemented our meal. To top it off, the dessert selection was not only delightful but also a perfect end to a perfect meal. We look forward to many more memorable visits to Cooper's Hawk in the future. Thank you!

Tony's was a wonderful experience with absolutely superb food. Probably the best steak I have had in a restaurant in more than 20 years, and the sides were just excellent. Our only complaint was the large group behind us, appeared to be like a bunch of kids coming from a prom or some dance. Horribly loud; we complained and Tony's spoke to them which helped for a while, but soon the noise level was so bad she had to practically shout to be heard across the table. A big issue was the loud group was backed into an alcove with mainly brick walls, so all the sound kept being reflected off the brick and back toward our table. However we were having dinner with long-not-seen old friends, and with the fantastic food, even the noise level did not spoil our night at Tony's. Will I go back? In a flash with no concerns. You simply can't avoid loud jerks all the time! And you can't get better food/steaks in a very nice ambiance. Only real complaint - Tony's needs a better/larger parking lot.

Attending the Christmas Day Brunch Buffet was superb! The quantity of food choices was immense and of top-notch gourmet quality! Our server, Paris, was so cordial, attentive, and very professional. The beef, salmon, vegetable dishes, butternut squash bisque, breads, fresh honeycomb honey, and all of the elegantly prepared desserts were breath-taking and so delicious. Thanks for making our culinary experience so special!!!

It was a good experience. Quaint and private. The food was good. Will do it again.