The best Restaurants in Carbondale ranking of March 2025
240 restaurant menus in Carbondale, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
"They were quite busy but it was early morning on a Saturday so we weren't surprised when everything took a bit longer. Waitress was really nice......"
Jennifer Filkins
"I don't know how much we spent because it was Mother's Day. I was surprised they had Gluten free vegan food. I enjoy everything about it. I was..."
Pauline Martinez
"This IHOP is the best! My husband and I drive all the way from Herrin every Sunday. We highly recommend our server Kalli J. She is amazing đ...."
ultraelectra
"Wow !
VERY refreshing to see the afternoon/evening crew putting forth
such great service and, believe it or not - THE BEST Omelette in town
as of..."
RandallandRebecca Hall
"It was okay. It was steady since Dennys is shut down. We order coffee stir with a packet of sugar we used.Bring food and still no silver ware had to..."
"Dennys in carbondale has really come a long way!! Our service was spectacular and our food was delicious!! The restaurant is clean and they updated..."
Bongo Pablo
"Thank you, Denny's staff, for making my mothers day breakfast!
Today was my first time back in many years, and the new team there was amiable from..."
Catherine Lewis
"Considering the Dennys I grew up with, this Dennys is top notch. The prices are about in line with other sit-down, all-day-menu places. The food was..."
"Was amazing the people were very polite and had a very bubbly attitude Amy was very nice I really love her energy....I was at the one on west main in..."
Amy Bundy
"The only thing that could have been better is if the dining room was open and I would have had the chance to eat it inside instead of in my..."
"I don't leave reviews often. But let me tell you the customer service and food here is amazing. I came in 5 mi it's from close and they made me some..."
William C Tippett
"It was fantastic. Homesick for delicious dining out options we gave this a shot hoping it was decent.
Hummus. Aden chi. Swarma. Kabobs.
It was..."
Wanderlust Manda
"We tried the falafel sandwich and the shakshuka. Both were delicious and very reasonably priced. Service was pretty quick. Will definitely be back to..."
Carlton Rexroad
"A wonderful restaurant with great food and friendly staff. I had a lamb dish that had potatoes and carrot. I would eat their bread for days on end...."
Jasmyne Kim
"What a wonderful place to eat in traditional Arabic food at a very decent price. The owner knows what he is doing. Keep up the good work and I am..."
Emilio Wilson
"First time at this restaurant, I graduated few years ago from SIU and I was visiting Carbondale to meet my friends. So I trie this new place (new to..."
Othman Althawadi
"Excellent cuisine reminiscent of more commonly found Indian food. You will truly feel like they are welcoming into their home. As challenging as..."
"I've been coming to Harbaugh's for years! Our food is consistently great! I love the environment! My kids love the giant pancakes & getting to..."
Ellie Burkey
"Harbaugh's is the absolute best place to get a great breakfast. I highly recommend eggs benedict! Friendly staff and just a great..."
Carrie Eggemeyer
"The food was amazing and the service was great. You may have to stand in line some mornings but the line is worth the..."
Tim N Christi Keller
"Just love everything about this place from the food to the atmosphere! Love that the tables and chairs don't match or the glasses and coffee mugs!..."
Diana Brewer Hoover
"The bacon and cheese omelette was the best, the coffee's good, and the staff's friendly. I don't mind paying cash as long as the food's..."
Joel W Schoenborn
"Always consistent Great Food & Great Service! Our favorite breakfast/brunch place in So..."
Brandy Tyner McCamish
"I've yet to order anything I didn't love from the menu. Service is great and friendly. Harbaugh's is a must stop place for this Saluki when I'm in..."
Dustin Zimmerman
"I love the blueberry Flapper! Their bacon is the best. We just love..."
Carrie Mueller
"chocolate chip pancake from Harbaugh's Cafe was my breakfast this morning because I couldn't finish it yesterday at the..."
Allison Joseph
"Great skillet and griddles. I love that they leave a whole coffee pot at your..."
Amelia Boomer
"Great meal! Brian (Bryan) is awesome. It's a..."
Andy Miller
"When I asked people who lived locally for a recommendation for breakfast, Harbaugh's was the overwhelming favorite and I understand why. The food is..."
Dawn Sanner Pote
"Never fails to please! Good food! Great service! Wonderful..."
Sue Burroughs
"I have never had a bad experience at Harbaugh's. The argument could easily be made that Harbaugh's Cafe is the best place to get breakfast in..."
Justin Schneider
"Omg ! Iâm visiting from Memphis, TN. The food is delicious and fast service. The customer service is great đ Also, affordable and the amount of..."
Monica Green
"I recently found myself hungry in Carbondale while traveling during breakfast time. I found Harbaugh's Cafe after Googling "best local breakfast."..."
Michael Cossey
"The food was good and the quantity was good. There are only a couple of vegan options. The floor under the table we sat was not..."
Arun Subramanian
"The food was killer. The vibe was very cool. I had the Huevos rancheros and a side of pancakes. OMG the pancakes! So..."
Joshua Caleb Arnold
"Best restaurant in Southern Illinois, period. I eat lunch here at least twice a week and never get tired of their menu. Lots of different options and..."
Ashley Lane
"Harbaugh's Cafe is a true delight!! Friendly staff, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere. I got the veggie omelette and added bacon. Because..."
Bongo Pablo
"Went camping near by. Dropped by for breakfast before we left, so glad we did. Eggs Benedict was perfect, fluffy pancakes, and really great service...."
"Our favorite dinner place to eat in Carbondale! We have eaten here for years and the food is consistently on point! Love the vibes & great service...."
Ellie Burkey
"First time going here. Went with my mother and Aunt. The food was amazing. Very fresh ingredients! Fantastic flavors! Only issue was that my Mom got..."
Robert Loftus
"One of the best places to eat in town. They've stayed consistently good since opening. Wonderful..."
Betty Rose Williams
"I have been eating at this place since it opened years ago and it is a wonderful place to eat very tasty food. If you haven't tried it then you don't..."
James Mueller
"I love Thai Taste - Friendly Atmosphere - I recommend the Green or Red Curry Chicken - Hot and Sour Soup - PaNang Beef is very tasty as..."
Shawn A. Price
"Excellent food, fresh ingredients, and great service! We love the Dek Uan for..."
John Zeigler
"Best. Spring rolls. Ever. Their lunch special is a fantastic deal and, though the menu is limited at lunch, everything is excellent. And did I..."
Tayler Hill
"Great atmosphere, great food and great service. I would definitely recommend..."
Chris Rowlett
"I have always enjoyed Thai Taste. Always enjoyed their food and have great times when I'm with friends or family. Definitely recommend, especially..."
Adam Jung
"Thank you! From a Texan to another! What you are doing this week it's absolutely amazing! Nancy the owner is absolutely an amazing human being. Their..."
Alejandra Martinez
"We had a great dinner the food delicious! The staff was..."
Cindy Stearns-Stamm
"Curry puffs and Beef Pad Thai, they ask you a spice level. The menu says 3 is medium, I chose 5 and it delivered for sure for the pad Thai. The puffs..."
J Light
"I had not tried Thai Taste for many years, so we decided to try it out again tonight. Oh my goodness!! It was so delicious! I got the Pad See Ewe..."
Ana DeUnamuno
"One of the best restaurants in Southern Illinois. Staff & management are extremely reliable, communicative, and caring. The food and atmosphere have..."
Andrea Snow
"Interesting selection. Very authentic tasting food and for the options in southern Illinois, this is one of the best when you want something..."
"The food is very good, the bakery products are exceptional but the restaurant itself is a lovely, cozy and welcoming place. I love the decor and the..."
Jane Deller
"Went for breakfast on Friday 10/21 and again Monday 10/24. The best tasting coffee I have ever had anywhere. Amazing warm cinnamon roll. Omelets and..."
Carl David Mayhew
"Haven't been to Carbondale in 20+ years, stopped to get a treat while waiting for the train and that treat was delicious. Will definitely not wait..."
Matt Sobczyk
"First time eating here. It was phenomenal. Great food, great latte, and great service. I would highly recommend eating here. I will visit again next..."
Angi Gwaltney
"the wife and I had breakfast there for the first time . friendly service and great food , will return when ever..."
Lee Dunn
"Awesome place to eat made us feel at home like old friends and the food to die..."
Mary Martin
"One of my favorite places to go to relax and get a good healthy meal, wonderful service and a quiet place to read a book. The biscuits and gravy are..."
Lindy Loyd
"This place is like no other! It's hard to stay away from the incredible food and there out-of-this-world pastries! You'd be a fool to miss..."
Stacey Anne Pero
"The key to a prefect Sunday: A Mediterranean Omelette and a latte with an extra shot of espresso at 2:30 pm. Excellent service, relaxing..."
Tracee Foley
"So far the best food Iâve had anywhere between Murphysboro and Marion! I REALLY hope these matcha cupcakes are around on my next trip to townđ€€..."
Amy Pond
"My daughter and I absolutely loved this place!!! Amazing food!!! My daughter had the biscuits and gravy and I had the breakfast burrito and added..."
Carmen Grant
"My go to restaurant whenever Iâm in town (probably because itâs the only vegetarian option đ). Food is decent, but portions are small and..."
Lynne
"I am a healthcare traveler and I absolutely love finding vegan, gluten free, healthy options when I'm away from home!! Bonus is amazing coffee,..."
Jennifer Weems
"What a hidden gem. The food was delicious and fresh but what impressed us more was their dedication to their community. If you enjoy supporting..."
Danny Mathews
"I've always wanted to go inside the cafe and finally made a weekend to go, so happy I did! We were greeted right away by friendly staff..we were..."
Kristien Ellett
"Longbranch is the best place for healthy vegetarian food and community! Thereâs so much more to the cafe than coffee, pastries and food. Thereâs..."
Liz Pop
"Delicious food every time we visit. Ingredients are always fresh and flavorful. Baked goods are to die..."
"The past several times we have dined at Fujiyama's we chose to just do a dining room option instead of the hibachi, and it has been fantastic. The..."
Justin Harris
"I'm temporarily stationed in Carbondale, IL for work and have been looking for a decent sushi place and I think I finally found one that's good..."
Jennifer Weems
"Fujiyama Japanese Cuisine in carbondale is a true delight. We went and got the hibachi. The cook was awesome!! He entertained us with the coolest..."
Bongo Pablo
"Hibachi is delicious. Tried about everything on the menu. Lunch is priced great and very fast service. Usually stop in a couple times a month..."
Shane Zeboski
"I have been eating at fujiyama for a while. I lived here for college when they were in their old location and now I'm living here again. I went there..."
"Used to hang at the old Hanger in the 90's First time back and really Love the new Hanger. Clean and open. Great stage for..."
eric scott
"Neat bar, with friendly service and pretty cool events. The drinks are pretty reasonably priced and Iâve enjoyed my experience both day drinking..."
Mercedees Edwards
"The DJ was going crazy. If you like EDM slide there. Music changes but tonight was pretty..."
Roger Powell
"This place always gives me warm fuzzy memories đ Great Vibes, Great People, Great events. Hope they stay around for a long time. Try the drink..."
Korey Oettle
"Fun Karaoke nights and live music. Cheap soft drinks, if you don't drink alcohol, and free water usually..."
Freddie Lee Cross II
"I love the Hanger. They usually have a nice crowd and great acts. The bar tenders are friendly. I love their patio. This is definitely a place to hit..."
Rachel Sommer
"Literally every time I come here I get charged a cover, but that's probably because I'm oblivious to when they charge. Not always crowded but it's a..."
Jeremy Murdoch
"The old hanger was cool but it burned down. This place is neat inside, though kind of sterile, but outside it looks like a prison. They can't be..."
"Hands down the best bar around! Great Entertainment and you won't find better bartenders..."
Jamie Clark-Vanzandt
"PK's is my favorite bar in Southern Illinois. Friendly staff, stiff drinks, good people, and a great location in carbondale. Mama Pang hosts..."
Bongo Pablo
"Pks is pks... there is no descriptor. If you visit Carbondale.. you have to visit. Bartenders are always friendly had pool tables and..."
Hannah Johnson
"PKâs is a Southern Illinois icon. If youâre looking for a dive bar, this is the place. They have an ample selection of beers, local, imported,..."
Julio Parra-Vega
"Excellent burgers, Cuban sandwiches and amber bock. Very nice staff. Hometown..."
Kristi Hansen
"It's a dive bar. Mixture of all sorts of strange ppl. Not the old biker bar it once was. Has like 5 slot machines, 1 pool table, 2 pinball, and..."
Ashley Rendleman
"Fun relaxed atmosphere. Good drinks and they've got some arcade games..."
Alix Allen
"This is exactly what you expect of a dive bar. Lots of townies. Affordable, unassuming drinks. Pool tables. An outdoor smoking section. Local bands..."
"Good place to have Mexican food . Friendly staff and very neat restaurant. Less crowded..."
Nithil Jose
"Went to the newly built Don Taco for the first time and I love it. I ate 2 soft shell steak tacos and they were excellent. I also thought the Mexican..."
Faelene Ragan
"Deliciously fresh flavor i ordered 2 soft tacos that where overflowing with meat, lettuce, and cheese. I opted out of refried beans and had them..."
Roller Derby
"Great food, service and clean.
$5 nachos on Monday, I got steak nachos. The salsa Verde has a really nice kick to it. I definitely..."
Tsilos Schoener
"Flippin love this place, my favorite is the Al Pastor on anything! Horchata is great! Love their Tortilla's they are like no other I have ever..."
"Great restaurant: excellent food and very tasteful decoration. A mix of Italy and France in the heart of Carbondale- absolutely worth a stop! Very..."
Alexandra SchĂŒlke
"5 star dining in Carbondale. Peaceful ambience, wonderful staff, and incredible tasting food! This is a place I like to take friends and family for a..."
Andrew Yager
"The new owner of Allegria has transformed it into a more sophisticated and cozy warm restaurant. We appreciate the ownerâs presence and his..."
Stefan Kaelin
"WOW - Unbelievable little gem of a restaurant! Every dish that came out was better than the one before and the owner was incredibly welcoming and..."
chelsea craig
"This one is one of the best meals I've had out in a very long time. The homemade lasagna was rich with expensive and flavorful cheese rather than..."
Jennifer Albert
"Excellent food and service. Cannot wait to..."
Mike Roberts
"Amazing Italian restaurant with a small town feel. A truly perfect spot for a date night! Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Wine and cocktail..."
"If you haven't been, you need to go!! From the time you walk in, the awesome creators behind the counter yell Hello! like you're on old friend even..."
Peace&Love
"My first time here, Jim described it as a "Mexican Subway" the servings were huge, staff was friendly and the food was..."
"This place is a staple in Carbondale. The staff is friendly and make you feel like part of their family. My experiences here are always great. Make..."
Jacy Woosley
"Old school great food. Order your favorite breakfast and get biscuits and gravy for free. Last time I ate here was over 30 years ago...the food and..."
Floridanatureman
"Food not great but very good. Service fantastic. Simple no frills place for a good meal. Understandable that they've been around forever. Always..."
The Black Sheep
"One of the top places for breakfast food. Actually any food from here is good. Doesn't matter if breakfast or..."
Jonal Dangbar-Reiman
"Food was soooo good! Their biscuits and gravy are very good, best I've had in years. I ordered an omelet with bacon and they come with the biscuits..."
Cory Williamson
"Great vibe, great atmosphere, great food. This place is a must stop in Carbondale. Also great..."
Jack Kopecky
"Mary Louâs is a true gem. Delicious biscuits and gravy with every order. Staff is kind friendly and funny. Felt like family. Tasted like moms..."
"Drinks were perfect! Wonderful balance of flavors. waitress was great! Very friendly and attentive without hovering. Food was excellent, large..."
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"Very good Mexican food. The Margaritas are excellent! A must try if never been here..."
Brian Huseman
"Great Mexican food made by scratch. But it is surely worth the wait. Always friendly wait staff. But prices began going up before recent inflation so..."
The Black Sheep
"We were there for happy hour. Great appetizers--loved the guac--and drinks for a very reasonable price. People seemed friendly..."
"We went to help my son pack up his stuff in his dorm. He wanted us to try this place. It was really good. We only had smoothies but they also have..."
1 Trillion Views
"First time going here was today. A few friends hyped it up. It was a little hard to find, but I blame my GPS. I got the roasted chicken and a honey..."
Pluto Rising
"I go to blend at LEAST twice a week! I have never had a crepe as good as theirs they are so delicious. The smoothies are to die for, I love the..."
Rachael Stephens
"I visited SIUc and this place is literally right outside campus! The building has a really nice sized outdoor seating area and lots of space inside..."
Lily Russell
"Blend is the best of adorable and yummy. Their food is lovely and healthy, and their drinks are sweet and flavorful. Most of all, I enjoy sitting..."
Daniel Judd
"A really good place with a lots of options and flavours for teas, coffees and food. The food really tasted well and had good flavour.
The quality..."
Prashanth Malyala
"My son wanted to try Boba and we found this place. They are so nice and helpful. I didn't know what to order for my son and they helped me figure out..."
Michelle Ticer
"Iâm not going to lie. At first, this was not my go to spot for food or drinks but recently Iâve been going more to support local business and it..."
"Delicious food, quick service, inexpensive prices--this place is great! It's not the best example of authentic Chinese cuisine (there's other places..."
"Pagliai's pizza is absolutely delicious!! Located in the heart of Carbondale IL. This pizza joint isn't afraid to give great customer service!! We..."
Bongo Pablo
"Ordered the pan, thick crust, chewy pizza with pepperoni and ground beef. Pizza and sauce were amazing !!! Very deliciousâŠ.we were in town on a..."
Andrew Gasser
"First time trying Pagliai's overall great service and the pizza was amazing. Only complaint I have is the chicken wings weren't good at all. The..."
Tyler Bishop
"Monday buy one get a small cheese thin crust. I ordered the Little Red. It is phenomenal, full of flavor. Decent price and nice local..."
J Light
"When you go ask for Kylee's section! She good at really giving you an amazing and enjoyable time while dining here! I would suggest the Chicken Bacon..."
"My family of three girls (4th daughter was on a sleepover), my hubby and I went to the Goat for dinner this evening. Every time we eat there we come..."
Joy White
"The Gyro's are awesome everyday. Sometimes you just have to treat yourself with a Tuna Burger. Split a beet salad with a chicken breast with your..."
Julius Grisette
"Everything is always wonderful here from the food to the staff. I definitely recommend the mussels!..."
Lisa Evans
"The food was delicious. The staff was awesome. The atmosphere was inviting and cozy. I definitely recommend The Goat for anyone living around..."
Jennifer Rosson
"Excellent food and service. The buffalo burger and chicken tortilla soup were my faves! A little pricey but overall amazing..."
Lyndsay Kelley
"Last night was our first time eating dinner at the goat - always have lunch - the filet- mashers- gravy- spinach special was amazing - thank you so..."
Megan Morzenti-Trulove
"Great atmosphere. Amazing food. Staff was on..."
Diane Bollinger Spicer
"Awesome food! Can't wait to go back and try more good choices off the menu. Highly..."
Steven Kopff
"We love The Goat. The food is so fresh and really well prepared. The staff is really amazing too. Excellent..."
Leslie Mcnamee-Johnson
"Consistently excellent food and genuinely friendly service! One of the best restaurants in the entire Roaring Fork..."
Stuart Fox
"Great food, wonderful service and friendly staff! Definitely a..."
Tom Thierfelder
"We walked in and new we had found our new favorite spot! The atmosphere is comfortable, classy, and relaxed which allows for a great dining..."
Laura Daly
"Delicious is the 'sum up' word. And a nice, casual atmosphere with attentive..."
Laurie Macomber
"Great food, great service, we will definitely come..."
Zeynep Ozsoy
"Buratta is incredibly fresh. The gyro is perfect. All ingredients are fresh. One if the best I've had. The Scottish Salmon is butter like. Our new..."
Donny Folk
"So love this place. The food was excellent and I was able to comply with my diet. Love it Stacey. Good job. See you..."
Audrey Marie Medina
"First off, the Lamb Burger with Gyro Meat on top is absolutely amazing. The restaurant is hiding on the back side of an office type building, but..."
Ric Ravier
"My mom and I love coming here. It's always delicious and easy to split a plate, or find something big enough for one if you're hungry. The patio is..."
Katie Hankinson
"So good! Glad we arrived when we did as shortly after they had to stop all takeout orders due to the kitchen being so busy. The manager (or who I..."
Tamsin Gulliver
"Awesome customer service, the staff are very friendly. The food is always amazing, I've had the Muscles, the Blackened Steak, Lamb Chop, the Mushroom..."
Mike G
"We loved this lunch stop, and particularly the lamb burger which was very unique and a cascade of flavors. Very fresh food, awesome place to stop and..."
Jayne L
"A hidden gem in Carbondale. Great Greek cuisine. I ordered the Greek salad with a scoop of Tuna. Friendly staff and beautiful restaurant. Oh yeah,..."
leah orr
"I walked in the door right as they were closing, but the staff was so nice, they had me come in an treated me really well. The took my order, offered..."
"Everyone in my house gets excited to go bonfire. Hot chocolate for one daughter. Housemade chai for the teenager. And, a black tea latte for me. ..."
Kristen Maley
"Amazing friendly hip environment with a great menu and even better coffee! I can easily spend all day..."
Laura Post
"Im in there almost every day. And my iced liquid crack is always excellent...keeps me conscious...lol. Love this..."
Morgan Druen
"I love Bonfire because the service is great and the food is too. What else do you want in a gathering..."
Tim Harrington
"A warm and inviting place to meet friends or just work on your novel! Great coffee drinks and..."
Susan Caddoo Hannisian
"Absolutely amazing:) Very cozy and their Bhakti Chai.....oh my goodness...simply deliciousïżœ.
The atmosphere is very relaxing and calm. Definitely..."
Ruth Fort
"Great coffee, wonderful service, nice..."
Greg Schipper
"Enjoyed a world class Ethiopian pourover and a sip of the cold brew mocha java today! Love meeting people who are passionate about coffee! Bonfire..."
James McCormack
"This place is awesome! Great environment, great food. If you have to try one thing, try their bhakti chai. My..."
Caleb Begly
"Espresso is delicious. Food is tasty. Love the atmosphere. We'll be..."
Leigh Conover
"Best cup of coffee I've had in years. Consider yourself lucky Carbondale! You've got a great place on your hands here. I might come back just for the..."
Marty Larson
"Good coffee and food. Good place to..."
Joe Tate
"Bought some Ethiopia Yirga- Z from Bonfire Coffee website.Just had a cup and its..."
Dustin Micheli
"Fantastic Coffee Shop. Easy to miss when driving by. It is actually pretty big once inside. Breakfast stuff, baked stuff, donuts, espresso drinks,..."
Ric Ravier
"Place is Packed Food line was leaning and production stopped at one point. Clerk was really nice but slow at processing my order. Single Barista...."
Leonard Ybarra Sr
"I tend to stop in here whenever I drive through Carbondale. Nice local coffee shop. Most recently, I ordered a dry cappuccino, and the espresso had a..."
David D.
"Breakfast sandwiches were great! Well executed! We had the lox bagel and the gf sandwich, turmeric latte and the ice bonfire. Very friendly staff...."
Jenn Green
"Amazing food and friendly staff! Recommend..."
Lebaga Barahona
"Their pour over coffee is very good! Nice staff and spacious seating..."
RJ R
"Tasty bean and munchies in the center of Carbondale. If you require beef or pork (for instance, on a breakfast sandwich or at lunch), check the menu..."
James Watkins
"$5.00 card minimum. Good stuff. Great service. Bring cash or you canât get a black cup of coffee for under 6..."
"My pizza was effing excellent. Cooked to perfection. The staff was super nice too. I think Jared was his name, really great customer service. Plus..."
Iman Yarjani
"I donât usually post reviews for âchain restaurantsâ however it was a great experience! Ordered online and it was delivered in 20 minutes,..."
Kyle Steele
"Jared and Andre are the best! Very helpful and kind and patient! Friendly and amazing!! Wish more people were like these people in this small..."
Crystal Chambers
"The pizza is really great, and if you register in the app you can get points and turn it into free stuff. The attendent is kind and the delivery guy..."
Bruna Rosa
"After hearing about the new ownership we decided to give it another try. Way better this time around pizza came quick nice and hot! Cheesy bread was..."
Preston King
"One of the best pizza places in the area. Even for a dominos it easily beats most the pizza places in the valley!! Very impressed and there was only..."
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