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Acres BistroAcres Bistro is a woman-owned farm-to-table restaurant serving fresh, gourmet breakfast, lunch, and dinner in an eclectic, welcoming environment. Dishes feature locally sourced ingredients, crafted for a variety of tastes and dietary preferences. Enjoy specialties like creative burgers, seasonal salads, seafood, and weekend comfort food classics, all served with friendly service in a relaxing atmosphere.
Air Play Espresso & BakeryThe Air Play Coffee Shop and Micro-Bakery provides our community with fresh, premium coffee, espresso and bakery items. We are currently offering INSIDE DINING We opened with our first cup of coffee on December 1, 2010. We quickly became locally famous for our fresh-baked scones. In 11 years, we have sold over 140,000 of these delicious treats. We are a full-service coffeeshop, we feature the finest Espresso and Lattes. We have been voted #1 favorite Place for Coffee in the Sauk Valley area for 6 years. Think of us when you are ready for some great caffeine and fresh-baked pastries. We are a great meeting place for friends or business. Coffee groups, book clubs, and we are great with children, including a changing station in our clean bathroom. ENJOY our DRIVE-THRU access from the alley on the corner at 202-4th Avenue, one block east of the city offices. Make Air Play Espresso your favorite place, too. Join our frequent customer program to earn free beverages. Link to us on Facebook, Twitter and SnapChat to stay up to date on what's cooking for the day or for our upcoming events. See you soon.
Aurelio’s Bake ShopFamily-owned bakery and coffee house specializing in custom cakes for weddings, quinceañeras, birthdays, and other celebrations, plus cookies, cupcakes, doughnuts, pastries, tres leches desserts, and coffee. Dine-in and drive-thru service are available at the Locust Street location.
Busy Bee BakeryBusy Bee Bakery is a locally owned bakery located at 205 N. Main St. in downtown Amboy, Illinois. Opened by Michelle Wiemken, the shop brings a wide selection of fresh, made from scratch, homemade baked goods to the community, filling a long-standing need for made-from-scratch treats in town. Customers can find a rotating variety of items, including breads (such as sourdough), cookies, pies, cinnamon rolls, and coffee cakes, along with savory options like quiches, meat pies, soups, and chicken salad sandwiches. The bakery also offers breakfast favorites like biscuits and gravy and egg casserole, along with made-to-order items including cookies, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, and coffee cakes. Busy Bee Bakery is currently open Thursday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 7 a.m. to noon, making it a convenient stop for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat. Operating Hours Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Sunday: 7:00am - 12:00pm
Flip Side Coffee & Espresso BarWe specialize in craft Coffee and espresso drinks, made-to-order breakfast specials daily, and fresh-baked treats. Relaxed and friendly atmosphere; you never want to leave. We proudly serve Dark Matter coffee. We offer dine in/take out. FB/Instagram for updates.
Folsom’s BakeryFolsom’s Bakery is a multigenerational Rock Falls bakery carrying on a family tradition that began in 1942. The shop makes donuts, breads, buns, cookies, cakes, pastries, seasonal treats, custom cakes, and Friday pizza, with both retail and wholesale baking.
Harvest Bakery & MoreHarvest Bakery & More is a family bakery and full-service restaurant in a beautifully restored 100-year-old building on Erie's town triangle. Stop in Tuesday through Saturday for breakfast, lunch, dinner, fresh baked goods, custom cakes and cookies, homemade meals to go, and seasonal specials. The welcoming venue also offers catering, boxed lunches, bridal packages, business services, and rental space for private gatherings.
Hazel’s CafeDowntown Oregon café with gourmet coffee, teas, smoothies, soups, sandwiches, salads, chocolates, and baked treats. Catering available. Relaxed atmosphere for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert.
Local Cup & CakeLocal Cup & Cake is a cozy Sublette coffee shop and bakery serving hot and iced drinks, cakes, buttercream cupcakes, muffins, pies, breakfast cups, and other homemade treats. The small neighborhood shop welcomes quick stops and coffee meetups, and it is especially known for custom cakes, cupcakes, and seasonal pie orders. Check Facebook or call before a special trip because public hours can vary.
Sophie’s Cafe - SterlingSophie’s Cafe is the perfect spot for a quick bite! Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner dine-in or takeout and offering specialty coffees, baked goods, soups, and sandwiches - all made fresh and in-house. Like and follow us on Facebook for the latest specials and updates!
Sweetbean Cafe & BakeryIndependent Byron café and bakery serving locally roasted coffee, cinnamon rolls, muffins, cakes, pies, cookies, soups, salads, and sandwiches made with fresh ingredients.
Tailored BrewsLocally-owned coffee house in Savanna, IL, offering bakery items, coffees, smoothies, breakfast items, and more.
The Noble CakeryCharming cake design, refined buttercream, and thoughtful flavors. Located in Oregon’s Conover Square. Offers gourmet baked goods, handmade chocolate treats, macaroons, brownie cookie sandwiches, Oreo gems, chocolate bark, and chocolate covered s’mores. Retail hours vary—check social media or call ahead.
The Village BakeryThe Village Bakery in downtown Oregon is an Illinois Made honoree specializing in fresh baked goods made with locally sourced ingredients, along with coffee, frozen drinks, and ice cream. This community-focused bakery proudly employs adults with disabilities, providing meaningful work opportunities and demonstrating that "We Bake a Difference." Visit our website for our inspiring story and current hours of operation.