Do you want to go on the most hedonistic road trip ever? We’re guessing that once you do this road trip, you might not ever be able to attempt it again. We’ve created a massive 3 day restaurant road trip. Three cities. Nine awesome restaurants. Are you up for the challenge?
Here’s the map:
Day 1: Chicago
- Over Easy Cafe
Over Easy Cafe/Facebook
Over Easy Cafe/Facebook This cozy cafe is serving up some of the most inventive breakfast food in Illinois. Try things like the Banana Spiked French Toast!
- Spotted Monkey
Spotted Monkey/Facebook
Spotted Monkey/Facebook This place is a Latin-Asian hybrid that will certainly get your taste buds going. We recommend basically everything, but don’t leave without trying Da Funky Monkey Fries–whoa.
- Farmhouse
Farmhouse Chicago/Facebook
Farmhouse Chicago/Facebook This is no ordinary farmhouse, and its food isn’t your typical down-home fare, either. Yes, it’s comfort eats, but those eats have been elevated. Try the Amish chicken or the cheese curds that, I can’t believe I’m saying this, rival ones from the neighbors up north.
Day 2: Champaign-Urbana
Over Easy Cafe/Facebook
This cozy cafe is serving up some of the most inventive breakfast food in Illinois. Try things like the Banana Spiked French Toast!
Spotted Monkey/Facebook
This place is a Latin-Asian hybrid that will certainly get your taste buds going. We recommend basically everything, but don’t leave without trying Da Funky Monkey Fries–whoa.
Farmhouse Chicago/Facebook
This is no ordinary farmhouse, and its food isn’t your typical down-home fare, either. Yes, it’s comfort eats, but those eats have been elevated. Try the Amish chicken or the cheese curds that, I can’t believe I’m saying this, rival ones from the neighbors up north.
- Courier Cafe
Courier Cafe/Facebook
Courier Cafe/Facebook All we have to say is make sure you get here early, because it’s hardly a secret that this place rules. The breakfast is superb. Get your classic pancakes, but also enjoy things like a tofu scramble.
- Black Dog Smoke and Ale House
Black Dog Smoke and Ale House/Facebook
Black Dog Smoke and Ale House/Facebook Maybe the best BBQ in Illinois is right here in the heart of the state. Definitely do not leave town without giving these guys a try. Again, we recommend getting there early, especially if you want the “burnt ends”–because a line of people will want them, too.
- Destihl
Destihl/Facebook
Destihl/Facebook Destihl is doing elevated food in a chic location. From pizzas to burgers to pasta dishes, you get amazing food and the prices will not blow you away, either. They also have a decent brewery.
Day 3: Carbondale
Courier Cafe/Facebook
All we have to say is make sure you get here early, because it’s hardly a secret that this place rules. The breakfast is superb. Get your classic pancakes, but also enjoy things like a tofu scramble.
Black Dog Smoke and Ale House/Facebook
Maybe the best BBQ in Illinois is right here in the heart of the state. Definitely do not leave town without giving these guys a try. Again, we recommend getting there early, especially if you want the “burnt ends”–because a line of people will want them, too.
Destihl/Facebook
Destihl is doing elevated food in a chic location. From pizzas to burgers to pasta dishes, you get amazing food and the prices will not blow you away, either. They also have a decent brewery.
- Harbaugh’s Cafe
Harbaugh’s Cafe/Facebook
Harbaugh’s Cafe/Facebook Harbaugh’s has your classic breakfast, but they are serving up massive portions. The decor is eclectic, and being introduced to ranch potatoes is reason enough to visit this place.
- Sabor de Mel
Sabor de Mel/Facebook
Sabor de Mel/Facebook Ever had Brazilian food? If not, you need to. Passion fruit mousse? Fried plantains? Empanadas? Yes, indeed.
- Quatro’s
Quatro’s/Facebook
Quatro’s/Facebook This isn’t just any old pizza. Whether you want deep dish or thin crust, you will be blown away. They also have cheesy bread that will knock your socks off.
Think you could make this trip?
Harbaugh’s Cafe/Facebook
Harbaugh’s has your classic breakfast, but they are serving up massive portions. The decor is eclectic, and being introduced to ranch potatoes is reason enough to visit this place.
Sabor de Mel/Facebook
Ever had Brazilian food? If not, you need to. Passion fruit mousse? Fried plantains? Empanadas? Yes, indeed.
Quatro’s/Facebook
This isn’t just any old pizza. Whether you want deep dish or thin crust, you will be blown away. They also have cheesy bread that will knock your socks off.
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