Restaurants in Carbondale

“My absolute favorite restaurant in the US. Excellent food, atmosphere, and staff. Much love to the Aban Crew!”

“Rip’s brick Oven Pizzeria is what Carbondale needed. The food is fantastic. I recommend trying everything! The rotisserie chicken is simply delicious—far off the bone good.”

“We had a great meal here—the food was definitely the highlight. Everything we ordered was flavorful and well-prepared. That said, we did have to wait a bit to be seated, and the restaurant was really busy, so the service felt a bit slow and scattered at times. It’s understandable given how packed they were, but it did impact the overall experience slightly. Still, if you're not in a rush and want a tasty meal, it's worth a visit.”

“This is my HAPPY FOOD! I love this place!”

“Everything Atmosphere People PIZZA”

“Thee staple of late night Carbondale food no question! Everything is made to order and tastes great, service is good and the atmosphere is cozy. Great gyros, the mega one is absolutely worth the price for how much you get. It plus the fries fills the entire takeout box!”

“Fantastic food!! Very nice people!!”

“Delicious food, great service, inviting atmosphere.”

“Dale's Burger Shack is one of the best burger spots in the area. The food is absolutely delicious, and worth the trip!

Their burgers are fantastic, with smash-style patties and fully customizable with your choice of cheese and other toppings. They also have a completely killer cheesesteak, a life-alteringly good grilled cheese, and some absolutely delicious fries. They offer bottled and canned sodas, including Fitz's. They also have several vegan options on the menu, including a vegan cheesesteak! Portions are generous and well-priced, and I've never left hungry.

Seating is limited, but everything is offered to go as well. Considering they are just across the street from the park, they would make a fun picnic option. They also accept call ahead orders by phone.

The owner is a really nice guy, and all my interactions with him, and all the staff, have always been very pleasant. The incredible food is what brings me back.”

“These guys make a good pie. You're wasting your time at the other places.”

“I go here all the time. The boba tea is great, and the price is really good compared to other places I've been. It's a nice place to hang out with friends, or just to sit and chill alone.

I've come here in blistering cold just to get boba.

The crepes are good too.”

“Always great food and service. We have been many times and have tried many different menu items. All consistently delicious!”

“Food was really good, portions are big, prices are good, and the workers are very friendly. Thank you for the bubble tea tonight - so yummy!”

“Very good food. Authentic flavor. Very clean. Spotless inside and out.”

“This type of place is in my list of favorites not just for the great food but also the awesome service we receive every time we are there... I love the family-like/friends treatment we get and we are always full and happy when we leave... Thank you for being a Carbondale staple!!! Love you guys!”

“I stopped here on my through town. Kind people and good baristas! Flavor in my coffee is not my thing but they definitely have an extensive list if you like your coffee like that!”

“Everything I have tried here has been delicious! Especially, the red velvet cupcake with the buttercream frosting. Their buttercream is to die for. I have tried a lot of cupcake places and Larry’s is by far the best. The staff are super friendly and helpful. Overall, great place that keeps me coming back!”

“Such a yummy creative menu. I highly recommend ordering the sals special with everything as is. The mixture of flavors is incredible!”

“What a great tasting. The rum and whiskey were smooth, great sipping drinks. The owner gave us the best tasting/learning experience. We'll be back in the fall when the Rye is bottled.”

“Qin Guan Restaurant is known for its exceptional dining experience and distinct highlights: 1. **Authentic Cuisine**: The restaurant offers a variety of traditional Chinese dishes, emphasizing fresh ingredients and authentic flavors that reflect regional specialties. 2. **Elegant Atmosphere**: The interior is designed with a blend of modern and traditional aesthetics, creating a sophisticated yet comfortable dining environment. 3. **Impeccable Service**: Guests often commend the attentive and knowledgeable staff who provide excellent service and are well-versed in the menu offerings. 4. **Specialty Dishes**: Qin Guan Restaurant is renowned for its signature dishes, which might include specialty dumplings, aromatic Peking duck, or other delicacies that showcase their culinary expertise. 5. **Cultural Touches**: The restaurant often incorporates cultural elements into its decor and menu, offering a taste of Chinese heritage along with the meal. These aspects combine to make Qin Guan Restaurant a notable choice for both casual dining and special occasions.”

“Legendary dive bar!!! Great live music and cheapest beer in town.”

“Always a great time! ……..”

“Awesome service and food I definitely recommend Fazoli’s in Carbondale if you love good Italian food and a good atmosphere to dine in 👍 a big thumbs up.”

“I love the vibe here. Sitting down to an eclectic and delicious artisan breakfast (with good coffee guaranteed!) is the luxury you need sometimes! I had a tasty and perfectly wrapped grilled breakfast burrito. So yummy. I’m so glad to have this option back in Carbondale for dine in. Welcome back, Cristaudo’s!”

“Sunny Street is our go to breakfast spot whenever visiting carbondale. Everyone is so friendly and food is great”

“Absolutely loved it! First time being here and everything is wonderful! For the price, you get big portions and tons of flavor! 10/10 recommend!

Kid-friendliness: Amazing environment and energy! Kid friendless at it’s finest, and has an amazing photo wall by the entrance with a vine wall and angel wings.”

“Great food and great people. Buttered Noodles & Tooty Fruity Smoothie rock! (Also, Avocado Toast!)”

“The food is ALWAYS delicious. family friendly atmosphere. The absolute best Mexican Restaurant.”

“Fantastic dinner tonight! Met the new owners, fantastic people. We had a thin crust pizza and it was amazing. We opted for the chewy thin and it was perfect, toppings were great and the cheese was perfect. I had a fountain Coca Cola and my husband enjoyed Blue Moon on draft. Our server was very nice and the place was clean. 10 out of 10!! We cant wait to go back and try some sandwiches!”

“Wonderful service and good quality food for a lovely low price! Roasted chicken crepe and coffee milk with the coffee jelly was absolutely delicious. Will definitely be coming back!!”

“Flame is one of my favorite local restaurants. The ambiance is pleasant and the cocktails are good. All of their dishes are very well priced and everything tastes like it's made fresh. My go to is the lobster dip, crabcakes, and ribeye. They recently added creamed spinach as a side and it's very tasty.”

“The food is outstanding. I haven’t had good moo pork in years and it was perfection. Great service too.”

“We recently celebrated a special birthday at Global Gourmet and was more than delighted with the service, food and hospitality given to us by our waiter and owner. We spent several hours there and wish we lived closer to have dinners on a regular basis.”

“Great waitress and food. Always enjoy all the TVs.”

“Amazing place! Very friendly staff and great environment. Would definitely visit again.”

“food is amazing everything we have tried has been great”

“My boyfriend and I stayed for a few nights at the hotel that’s connected to Manny’s. They have happy hour on select beer for 4-6, the best prices in town on drinks, slots, pool, and great customer service. Lindsey took care of us all night, and did a great job doing so. The place is super clean and taken care of. They currently don’t offer food, but have some great suggestions on food nearby. We loved the atmosphere, and plan on coming back!”

“The Homewrecker Bowl was awesome!!”

“Great place to grab a quick bite to eat. Staff is friendly and give big portions!”

“they were down to try anything and it turned out beautiful and so tasty! It was a huge hit & everyone talked about how good it was.”

“MOD is one of my favorite places to eat in Carbondale! The whole staff are very friendly. Steven always goes above and beyond for customers. Amazing place to eat!!”

“my wife and I were there to celebrate both my birthday and out upcoming anniversary, our waitress was super sweet, the food came out perfect, definitely worth the drive and more so”

“Wonderful experience! We just came in for a quick tasting before closing with our 6 month old in tow and the owner was so kind. The wines were excellent! We loved everything we tried. Will definitely be back!”

“Per my husband-"better gyro than El Greco!" Hot was hot, fresh, and well made. Will definitely be going back often.”

“The best coffee shop in the world they have. They have the best crew. And the best coffee.”

“Food i.e. Fantastic!!! Great Service and Friendly Staff . I highly recommend this place ❤️”

“I used to work at Culvers and we never disappointed in serving with a smile and helping good paying customers with their orders and complaints. Yes, there were issues every once and a while but what restaurant doesn't. I've eaten there several different times while off the clock or just on one of my off days and my food was always hot and never came out wrong, it's not special treatment, it's good service and being caring and compassionate about one another. <3”

“A real bar experience. Reasonably priced drinks, darts and pool tables. Honestly all that an out of towner could look for. Staff was amazing. If I was local I’d be here all the time.”

“Thank you for the great service and amazing food this evening. We really enjoyed ourselves this evening!!! The kids loved that they were able to play pool!!! Special thank you to thw gentleman that was checking on us to make sure everything was okay and to the gentleman that went and got the kids, kid pool sticks for them to play!!! That made their day!!!”

“America ice cream truck is nice”

“The Best entertainment spot in Southern Illinois fun atmosphere relaxing friendly environment and cold delicious drinks in town please come out and visit Reel Lucky are you feeling lucky today”

“Starbucks has pretty good coffee I'll give it Starbuck gets 100%best coffee ever”

“Amazing food!! Roast pork was so tender, recommend the shrimp rolls, and the Thai tea was sweet and delicious! Great service too.”

“Exactly what you’d expect from a Starbucks. Friendly employees, great coffee. They have a small seating area that is great for informal meetings or homework/studying. Even when they’re hit with the early morning or lunch time rush, they still do a great job of fulfilling orders as quickly as possible.

Until recently, I only went to Starbucks for coffee but on a whim tried their iced tea. If you haven’t had their Iced Peach Green Tea Lemonade yet, you’re missing out! It’s genuinely a hard choice between that and coffee when I go there now.”

“Bryce went above and beyond. He was extremely patient and super helpful when I was asking about the menu. Emanuel was also helpful. Both 10/10 employees who made the best smoothies!”

“The shop is an iconic fixture in Carbondale”

“Good drinks, karaoke Friday’s”

“Food was good! I had the fish and chicken meal. Mac and cheese was decent, green beans was fire too. I ordered some sweet potatoes that I didn’t end up getting, I ain’t trippin tho. I’m sure they’re 🔥 too . Overall I definitely recommend. Oh yeah, the mild sauce was very good as well!”

“They have pup 🐶 cups! Staff was extremely friendly!”

“Their food never disappoints and they're so friendly. We visited with our 6 year old who was extremely curious about their pizza oven. When we mentioned it in conversation, they gave him a surprise cooking lesson and showed him all about it. Talk about a great experience. Thank you for making our day!!”

“Great food great service great atmosphere Reasonably priced”

“I ate lunch there today and I was so impressed with the manager. I believe her name was Tonya. She never stopped or slowed down. She did everything including filling up napkin holders, greeting customers, refilling tea, cleaning tables, working behind the cabinet and talking to her staff. It did not go unnoticed by me or her staff. They all looked happy and were also very willing to help.”