Guidebook for Elgin
Food Scene
American pub, Sports bar, over 100 American craft beers & off-track betting
Stanley's Restaurant & Ale House
335 N McLean BlvdAmerican pub, Sports bar, over 100 American craft beers & off-track betting
Maciano's Pizza & Pastaria
3091 US-20Pizza, pasta, panini, sandwiches, bar
Sammy's Mexican Grill and bar
3091 US-20Mexican, bar
Carmina's Restaurant and Banquets
1055 N Randall RdMexican, bar
Pizzeria & sports bar, thin-crust & pan pies, BBQ ribs & fried chicken, Live music bands
Danny's Pizza
231 Douglas AvePizzeria & sports bar, thin-crust & pan pies, BBQ ribs & fried chicken, Live music bands
Lao and Thai Spicy Noodle
612 S Randall RdThai restaurant
Casa Rubí-os Mexican Kitchen
11900 Freeman RdFamily restaurant, American, gluten-free available
Counter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac 'n' cheese to Pad Thai
Noodles and Company
895 S Randall RdCounter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac 'n' cheese to Pad Thai
Chan's Garden
788 S McLean BlvdChinese
Wingstop
855 S Randall RdChicken wings & sides in an aviation-themed space
Briana's Pancake Cafe Restaurant
572 S Randall Rd572 Randall Rd, South Elgin, IL, 60177
Skippy's Gyros
554 S Randall RdGreek Gyros, eat-in or carry-out
Fast-food chain offering Mexican fare, including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls, organic ingredients, eat-in or carry-out
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Chipotle Mexican Grill
300 E Ogden AveFast-food chain offering Mexican fare, including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls, organic ingredients, eat-in or carry-out
Meat & Potato Eatery-Carpentersville
2258 S Randall RdSandwiches, Entrees, Salads, Vegetarian
Neighborhood sports bar with burgers, specialty pizza & other hearty fare, plus daily drink specials
Randall Roadhouse Grill Bar Pizza
2267 Randall RdNeighborhood sports bar with burgers, specialty pizza & other hearty fare, plus daily drink specials
All-American - barbecue from Memphis, Wisconsin mac and cheese, New York pizza, and West Coast burgers, beer & cocktails
Old Republic Kitchen + Bar
155 S Randall RdAll-American - barbecue from Memphis, Wisconsin mac and cheese, New York pizza, and West Coast burgers, beer & cocktails
Crazy Fox Bar and Grille
104 E Main StAmerican, Gastro Pub, Bar, Lounge, Bottle Service
Jambalaya
4051 E Main StUpscale Creole, American, Live music, nightlife of New Orleans
Upscale cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria & Lazio
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Francesca's by the River
200 S 2nd StUpscale cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria & Lazio
Eden on the River
1 Illinois StUpscale Mediterranean, Greek, Middle Eastern
Wok'n Fire
2801 East Main StreetUpscale contemporary Pan-Asian, Sushi
ChefIsaccoKitchen
131 S 1st StUpscale Italian, homemade pasta and fresh sea foods
The Finery & Blacksmith Bar
305 Main StContemporary American, Contemporary French/American, Farm-to-table
Shakou St. Charles
312 W Main StOne of the Top 10 Asian eateries in Chicago area
ROX City Grill
100 W Main StContemporary American
Upscale casual restaurant, tasting room & wine bar, complemented by award-winning winery
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants
3710 East Main StreetUpscale casual restaurant, tasting room & wine bar, complemented by award-winning winery
Sports Bar, Family-Friendly American, Salads, Sandwiches, Pizza, Tacos, Dollar Burgers
Rookies Sports Bar & Grill (Elgin)
2486 Bushwood DrSports Bar, Family-Friendly American, Salads, Sandwiches, Pizza, Tacos, Dollar Burgers
Sushi Station
2486 N Randall RdSushi, Japanese
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
601 S Randall RdAmerican, All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet
JuRin Japanese Restaurant
588 S Randall RdJapanese
Claddagh Irish Pub
1702 Commons DrIrish tavern, traditional eats, pints
Jimmy's Charhouse
2290 Point BlvdAmerican, Soups, Steakhouse, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
Village Pizza and Pub
2496 N Randall RdAmerican, Soups, Steakhouse, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
Burnt Toast Restaurant
2492 N Randall RdAmerican, Breakfast, Brunch
Elgin Public House
219 E Chicago StAmerican, Bar, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free
Al's Cafe & Creamery
43 Dupage CtAmerican
Sweet Berry Cafe
720 N McLean BlvdAmerican, Cafe, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
Grumpy Goat Tavern
875 Sports WayDine in, Carry out, Delivery - Family-owned Chinese
No MSG, gluten-free available
Little Panda Chinese Restaurant
267 S Randall RdDine in, Carry out, Delivery - Family-owned Chinese
No MSG, gluten-free available
The Village Squire (South Elgin)
480 S Randall RdAmerican, Bar, Pizza
Coronado Mexican Kitchen And Margarita House
455 Redington DrMexican, Southwestern
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
420 S Randall RdAmerican Gourmet Burgers
Giordano's
320 N Randall RdItalian, Pizza, Deep Dish, Thin Crust, eat-in or carry-out
Panera Bread
369 Randall RdCafe, Soups, Sandwiches, Bakery
Randall's Pancake House
305 S Randall RdAmerican, breakfast & lunch
C'era Una Volta
558 Randall RoadGood Italian, reasonable prices
Nick's Pizza & Pub
990 S Randall RdAmerican, Bar, Pizza, Pub
Silver Lake Chinese Restaurant
881 Randall RdChinese, Asian
McAlister's Deli
1120 Randall RdDeli, Cafe, Fast Food, Healthy, Soups
Portillo's Hot Dogs
1020 Randall RdGood fast food, eat-in or carry-out
Outback Steakhouse
365 S Randall RdOutstanding Steaks, great atmosphere
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
131 W Jefferson AveBest Deep Dish Pizza, carry-out & delivery only
Gormet burgers & shakes - 322 S. Randall Road, South Elgin, Illinois 60177
M.A. Burger & Shakes Company
322 Randall RdGormet burgers & shakes - 322 S. Randall Road, South Elgin, Illinois 60177
MOD Pizza
1190 S Randall RdCustom artisan-style pizzas & salads
Old Town Pizza Company
853 Randall RdPizza, etc. (carryout & delivery only)
Drinks & Nightlife
Riverboat casino, restaurants, bars, live music concerts
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Grand Victoria Casino
250 S Grove AveRiverboat casino, restaurants, bars, live music concerts
Sightseeing
Greater St. Charles Convention & Visitors Bureau
2 Main StTourist information bureau in St. Charles
Cruise the Scenic Fox River from Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles on one of two paddlewheel boats.
St. Charles Paddlewheel Riverboat
8 North AveCruise the Scenic Fox River from Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles on one of two paddlewheel boats.
Explore Elgin Area
60 S Grove AveTourist information center in Elgin
Parks & Nature
160-acre nature preserve with wetland habitats, prairie, endangered species & hiking trails
Bluff Spring Fen
Spring Grove Avenue160-acre nature preserve with wetland habitats, prairie, endangered species & hiking trails
Otter Creek Forest Preserve
37W870 Hopps RdNature Preserve, Park
Restored farm buildings, farm animals, agricultural interpreters, 100+ acres of historic and modern rural landscapes, vintage tractor, fruit orchard, hand-milk a Jersey cow, gather eggs, groom a draft horse, sheer sheep, feed the animals, help in the vegetable garden. Barn dances, too.
Primrose Farm
5N726 Crane RdRestored farm buildings, farm animals, agricultural interpreters, 100+ acres of historic and modern rural landscapes, vintage tractor, fruit orchard, hand-milk a Jersey cow, gather eggs, groom a draft horse, sheer sheep, feed the animals, help in the vegetable garden. Barn dances, too.
Riverside area with full & mini-golf, a pool, boat rentals, a native garden & riverboat cruising
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Pottawatomie Park
8 North AveRiverside area with full & mini-golf, a pool, boat rentals, a native garden & riverboat cruising
130 acres of oak woodlands, wetlands and prairies, a unique blend of rustic nature and contemporary comforts. Live animal displays, including state-endangered Blanding’s turtles, offer vistiors up close interaction with reptiles native to Illinois. Nature programs for all ages, birthday parties and special events provide guests with many educational and social opportunities to connect to our local environment.
Hickory Knolls Discovery Center
3795 Campton Hills Dr130 acres of oak woodlands, wetlands and prairies, a unique blend of rustic nature and contemporary comforts. Live animal displays, including state-endangered Blanding’s turtles, offer vistiors up close interaction with reptiles native to Illinois. Nature programs for all ages, birthday parties and special events provide guests with many educational and social opportunities to connect to our local environment.
38-mile Bicycle & hiking trail www.foxriverbiketrails.com/trips/
Fox River Trail (Algonquin to Aurora)
Fox River Trail (Algonquin to Aurora)38-mile Bicycle & hiking trail www.foxriverbiketrails.com/trips/
River Bend Bike Trail
River Bend Bike TrailBicycle & hiking trail www.foxriverbiketrails.com/trips/
Cute little waterfall along the River Bend Bike Trail www.foxriverbiketrails.com/trips/
Blackhawk Waterfall
Cute little waterfall along the River Bend Bike Trail www.foxriverbiketrails.com/trips/
67-acre nature center with trails, meadows & ponds for hiking & wildlife-watching any time of year
Hawthorne Hill Nature Center
28 Brookside Dr67-acre nature center with trails, meadows & ponds for hiking & wildlife-watching any time of year
Fox River Shores Forest Preserve, bike trail, nature, fishing, hiking, etc. www.foxriverbiketrails.com/trips/
Fox River Shores Forest Preserve
701 N Williams RdFox River Shores Forest Preserve, bike trail, nature, fishing, hiking, etc. www.foxriverbiketrails.com/trips/
Wooded nature preserve offering designated areas for horseback riding, hiking & picnicking
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Rezerwat leśny Raceway Woods
State Route 31Wooded nature preserve offering designated areas for horseback riding, hiking & picnicking
Tekakwitha Woods Forest Preserve
35W076 Villa Maria RdNature preserve, Park, hiking trails
Nature preserve on the Fox River with hiking trails, a boat launch, picnic areas & historic sites
Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve
35W003 State Rte 31Nature preserve on the Fox River with hiking trails, a boat launch, picnic areas & historic sites
Voyageur Landing Forest Preserve
50 Airport RdNature preserve, Park, hiking trails
City oasis on a creek with forested slopes, hiking & biking trails & a large picnic shelter
Tyler Creek Forest Preserve
401 Davis RdCity oasis on a creek with forested slopes, hiking & biking trails & a large picnic shelter
108 wooded acres with historic pavilion, museum & zoo plus playing fields, picnicking & water park
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Lords Park
100 Oakwood Blvd108 wooded acres with historic pavilion, museum & zoo plus playing fields, picnicking & water park
Wing Park Family Aquatic Center
1030 Wing StPublic swimming pool
City recreation area featuring a band shell, public pool, athletic courts & rentable shelters
Wing Park
1010 Wing StCity recreation area featuring a band shell, public pool, athletic courts & rentable shelters
Jelke Creek Bird Sanctuary
Boncosky RoadBird watching area, Park, hiking trails
141-acre park with a petting zoo, picnic spaces, playgrounds & areas for horseshoes & disc golf
Randall Oaks Park
750 S Randall Rd141-acre park with a petting zoo, picnic spaces, playgrounds & areas for horseshoes & disc golf
Fox River Trail
Fox River TrailNature preserve, Park, bike & hiking trails
Arts & Culture
Fine Line Creative Arts Center
37W570 Bolcum RdArt School, variety of classes & workshops, museum
Historic building built in 1910 to serve the Elgin National Watch Company two blocks to the west. www.angelfire.com/il/newh/Observatory.html
Elgin National Watch Company Observatory
Historic building built in 1910 to serve the Elgin National Watch Company two blocks to the west. www.angelfire.com/il/newh/Observatory.html
Museum houses the Elgin Fire Department's most prized artifacts. Among the museum's collection are photos, helmets, various badge types, uniforms, displays, a hand-drawn hose cart, The 1869 horse-drawn Silsby Steamer, several motorized vehicles and much, much more.
Elgin Fire Barn No. 5 Museum
533 St Charles StMuseum houses the Elgin Fire Department's most prized artifacts. Among the museum's collection are photos, helmets, various badge types, uniforms, displays, a hand-drawn hose cart, The 1869 horse-drawn Silsby Steamer, several motorized vehicles and much, much more.
Offers rotating temporary and features its permanent exhibit on the history of St. Charles The Makings of St. Charles. The Museum holds more than 10,000 photographs in its archive and 15,000 artifacts in its collection.
St Charles History Museum & The Curious Fox Gift Shop
215 E Main StOffers rotating temporary and features its permanent exhibit on the history of St. Charles The Makings of St. Charles. The Museum holds more than 10,000 photographs in its archive and 15,000 artifacts in its collection.
Elgin History Museum
360 Park St360 Park St, Elgin, IL, 60120
Museum displaying railroad cars & trolleys dating from 1887 to 1959 & offering trolley rides
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Fox River Trolley Museum
365 S La Fox StMuseum displaying railroad cars & trolleys dating from 1887 to 1959 & offering trolley rides
Multiple collections of antique & vintage trains for education & preservation, plus a gift shop
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Illinois Railway Museum
7000 Olson RdMultiple collections of antique & vintage trains for education & preservation, plus a gift shop
Batavia Fine Arts Centre
1250 W Wilson StTheater, musicals, concerts & comedy acts
Vero Voce School of Performing Arts
3755 E Main StSchool of performing arts, Live performances
Vero Voce School of Music
2501 Dunham Woods CtSchool of music, Live performances
Elgin Art Showcase
164 Division StPerforming arts theatre
Side Street Studio Arts
15 Zeigler CtLive theatre performances and children's arts education
Mainstage Theater at Pheasant Run Resort
4051 E Main StPerforming arts & music theater
Norris Cultural Arts Center
1040 Dunham RdLive theatre & music
Professional stage for adult & children's productions, plus acting classes & workshops
Steel Beam Theatre
111 W Main StProfessional stage for adult & children's productions, plus acting classes & workshops
Janus Theatre Company
164 Division StLive intimate theatrical experiences www.JanusPlays.com
The Hemmens Cultural Center
45 Symphony WayVarious Concerts & Art Shows
Hemmens Auditorium
45 Symphony WayVarious Concerts & Art Shows
Gail Borden Public Library District: Rakow Branch
2751 W Bowes RdModern, local branch
Gail Borden Public District Main Library
270 N Grove AveModern, huge facility
Shopping
Tyler Creek Plaza
Tyler Creek PlazaShopping strip mall
Fox Valley Flea Market
840 N State StSmall flea market and eats
Over 50+ different stores in here that offer electronics, clothing, shoes, car alarms & haircuts. There's a small food court in the back. In the summer, there are outside vendors with fresh food & sometimes live music.
Elgin Shopping Mall
308 S McLean BlvdOver 50+ different stores in here that offer electronics, clothing, shoes, car alarms & haircuts. There's a small food court in the back. In the summer, there are outside vendors with fresh food & sometimes live music.
South Elgin Commons
530-488 S Randall RdShopping strip mall
Algonquin Galleria
Shopping strip mall
Algonquin Commons
1900 S Randall RdShopping strip mall
Spring Hill Mall
1072 Spring Hill Ring RdShopping mall
Essentials
Meijer (815 S Randall Rd) station
Groceries, essentials
Angelo Caputo's Fresh Markets - South Elgin
622 S Randall RdGroceries
Woodman's Food Market
2100 Randall RdGroceries, essentials
Target
300 S Randall RdGroceries, essentials
Walmart Supercenter
1100 Randall RdGroceries, essentials