Location: Pinckneyville
Top Restaurants in Pinckneyville
Top Things to do in Pinckneyville
Where to Eat in Pinckneyville: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Pinckneyville is a city in and the county seat of Perry County, Illinois, United States. The population was 5,464 at the 2000 census. It is named for Charles Cotesworth Pinckney, an early American diplomat and presidential candidate.
Things to do in Pinckneyville
1. Grecian Steak and Seafood House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Jeramie - Southern Illinois
Grecian Steak and Seafood House is average at best. They were in the process of remodeling and I understand a fire has now occurred. This review is regarding our most recent visit. The buffet is pricey and really doesn't seem all that fresh especially the salad bar. The service was very average. We might try them again should they reopen for business.
2. Dairy Queen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Max W - Pinckneyville, Illinois
The food is good. The building is clean, and the workers are prompt and courteous. They have sandwiches, special bargain meals, and ice cream cakes, and other ice cream specialties.
3. St. Nicholas Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
The St. Nicholas Brewing Company opened in 2014 as a microbrewery and restaurant.We are a local brewpub specializing in our own craft beer and upscale pub food including brick-oven pizzas, steaks, fresh seafood, sandwiches, and a variety of appetizers. Located in the historic and renovated St. Nicholas Hotel, all of our beer is brewed in house to be paired with your favorite pub foods.
Reviewed By TallBlonde - Chicago, Illinois
After consulting TA, we checked out St. Nicholas Brewing Co. for lunch, and once again, the many positive reviews on this site steered us in the right direction. This place is located right off the main street of DuQuoin, and apparently it used to be a hotel at one time.
The brewery area is visible as you first walk in (and they have tours two Saturdays of each month). The restaurant area is decorated with bicycles hanging from the walls and rafters and a few random pictures of St. Nick. Their menus mention that the tables are made from the refurbished wood of an old bowling alley. Overall, it's a cool look. We liked the fact the eating area was not adorned with televisions everywhere like many brew places seem to be so you can focus on your conversations and the meal.
The food was great. We had a BLT sandwich, gumbo, and a grilled chicken caesar salad. The salad includes fried artichoke hearts and a house dressing with a very good unique flavor. It comes with garlic toast, too. The BLT was served on toasted sourdough bread and was one of the best I have had - lots of places can't do these right but the bacon was cooked perfectly, the tomatoes and lettuce were fresh and it was dressed with buffalo aioli and mayo. Served with a side of sweet potato fries. Heaven! The blonde ale was a good choice at lunchtime. Our server was Zach and he was friendly and efficient, and our food came out in no time.
We'll definitely go back to St. Nicholas Brewing Co. the next time we are in the area.
4. Dixie's Cup Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Gary G - Athens, Alabama
Traveling across IL 154 in the early AM, not a lot of choices that are not chains or Casey's. I was glad to know of this place, located a couple of blocks South of 154 on Main. If you conjure up an image of a small town diner, this is it. A little run down but busy at 6:30. I got an omelet with bacon and sausage as they only have American cheese. The meats in the omelet were very good and the omelet was cooked just right. The jelly offered was cheap and the coffee was like a hot cup of water. A few little changes would make a big difference. The prices are very reasonable and there's plenty of good parking.
5. Alongi's Italian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By 1966Airstream - Illinois
We visited Alongis for the first time in March. It is a nice restaurant featuring Italian food. The restaurant is nicely decorated and the wait staff was friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our meal. It is a lot like Olive Garden but it is not...MoreThank you for your visit. Look forward to you returning!
6. the W Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By Marcia S - Carbondale
We enjoy The W enough to drive 1/2 hour to get there. The decor is tasteful rustic we prefer the quieter dining room to the bar area unless the cowboys are working in the arena attached and adjacent to the bar. Tonight my husband and I both had the prime rib sandwich with delicious hot fries. We both are partial to the house vinaigrette salad and ordered a dinner sized portion al a cart. With sautéed onions and cheese, the sandwich is quite tasty, however it is pretty messy to eat. Next time I may cut it and eat it with a fork. Both of us brought half the sandwich home- part of the reason we were full was probably because we both inhaled the small fresh baked loaf of French bread served with roasted garlic cloves and a generous scoop of soft butter which was put before us as soon as we were seated.
7. The Twisted Vine
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By PenelopePitstop308 - Carbondale, Illinois
This is a much needed little place for some night life in Pinckneyville. They have a great selection of wine and beer (craft & domestic) with a great atmosphere. The outdoor patio on the City square is a nice touch!
8. Joe's Pizza & Pasta
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By dottyb13 - Carbondale, Illinois
Joe's Pizza has the best pizza in Perry County. The service was quick and the server was pleasant and helpful. I am a Chicagoan and this pizza could match any pizza I have eaten. We tried the regular crust and were very pleased. We will go back again. Others said the sandwiches were equally as good.
9. McDonald's
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By gbreinkefamily - Green Bay, Wisconsin
Visiting the area for the Carbondale eclipse. They were extremely busy however the service was wonderful! Despite the lines they were fast and very friendly! They kept their cool and the order was correct!
10. Caseys Carry Out Pizza
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Max W - Pinckneyville, Illinois
The variety of pizzas is great. They have breakfast pizzas, as well as evening ones. The pizzas are priced very reasonable and are delicious.
