Location: Utica
Top Restaurants in Utica
Top Things to do in Utica
- 1. Matthiessen State Park
- 2. Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat
- 3. Senica's Deer Park Golf Club
- 4. Starved Rock State Park
- 5. Hegeler Carus Mansion
- 6. August Hill Winery & Illinois Sparkling Co. Tasting Room
- 7. Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
- 8. LaSalle County Historical Society & Museum
- 9. Starved Rock Family Fun
- 10. Illinois River Winery
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Most Popular American food in Utica, Illinois, United States
Reviews on American food in Utica, Illinois, United States. Both Matthiessen State Park and Starved Rock State Park are located here, famous for its St. Peter sandstone rock formations. Alternatively, you could head to August Hill Winery or Illinois River Winery for a tasting.
Things to do in Utica
10. MJ's Walnut St Pub & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 61 reviews
MJ's Pub & Grill is where you'll have fun while enjoying the home cooked meals, indoors or on the patio. Our full stocked bar to serve you one of MJ's Specialty drinks or martinis. 5 TVs for all your sports plus a big Screen and video gaming so you can wi
Reviewed By tanda367
My husband and I had dinner at the bar on a Saturday. Everybody was so friendly and the regulars introduced themselves. We started with the rav and broth, since we had never heard of it before. It is a local soup of ravioli (or tortellini in this case) and chicken broth. It was pretty good. We then split the southwest chicken wrap with sweet potato fries and we were both happy with the choice. Michele took good care of us. I would visit again if I were in the area.
9. Mark Allen's American Kitchen
Overall Ratings
5 based on 321 reviews
Reviewed By CabKdb
Mark Allen's knows what it takes to be an outstanding restaurant. Starting with their service; servers were prompt, friendly and smiling during our entire meal. The food - bartender knew how to make the perfect dry martini anywhere - bar none! My husband had their 13 ounce New York sirloin medium-well; cooked to perfection, the meat was seasoned beautifully.I had the Wonderburger, absolutely magnificent. Well done Mark Allen's, we will tell everyone about you and we will be back!Hi CadKdb, Thank you for taking the time and leaving us an amazing review! We are so happy to hear your experience was positive in every possible way. It was truly a pleasure to serve you and we look forward to your next visit! :)
8. Jack's Place Restaurant & Bar
Jack's Place Restaurant & Bar is a casual dining spot serving classic American cuisine, a selection of beverages, and good times. Grab a table for lunch and dinner and enjoy delicious appetizers, and made-to-order specialty pizzas that get the party start
Reviewed By Melissa B
This is the most pathetic restaurant I have ever witnessed! We were seated and waited 2 hours after ordering before our food arrived. We ordered appetizers that were never received and our waiter did not once stop back at the table to let us know what was going on or to refill our drinks. We had to go to the bar to get refills on water. My frozen daiquiri was warm when served to me. When they finally brought the food out, they only had 3 of our 4 meals. The burgers were burnt and the fries were under cooked. I am still in absolute shock over how awful our experience was! All the tables around us had the same wait time and we all got meals for free.
7. Haze Smokehouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By gator727
Husband and I were out for a Sunday drive on this beautiful day in May. We were originally going to stop in Utica for a late lunch. So glad we didnât and kept driving or we would have missed this place. Awesome food, wonderful service. Our waitress was super friendly. Their Bama Nachos were phenomenal and we split the Ruben. Generous portions. Canât wait to go back and try the meat sampler.
6. Uptown Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 306 reviews
Since 1985 the Uptown Grill has offered polished casual American cuisine, serving our full menu for lunch thru dinner seven days a week. We offer one of the most diverse menus in the area. Our atmosphere includes beautiful outdoor seating, screened-in pat
Reviewed By Hobnail
What is really nice about this place is the seating in a screened area facing the street. It is "outside" without having people walking by and smelling the fumes of the garbage truck going down the street. Beer selection was good, but pricey. My salad was very different and enjoyable. Wife got a burger, which was cooked to perfection, but wife likes them burnt, so was not satisfied. Service was great and timely. Overall cost was higher than a tavern, but expected that. Recommended.Thank you for joining us, we are happy you got to enjoy the screened in patio. Our chefs love to create unique and delicious flavor combinations for our ever-changing menu! We are always happy to cook burgers to any temperature you prefer! We hope you can join us again!Best,Ryan
5. Elements at Starved Rock Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Holly S
We ate in this restaurant because the main dining area wasn't open yet. This is basically the same restaurant as the big one at the lodge. t had such a taste for roast turkey so that's what I ordered. My meal included turkey, mixed vegetables and mashed potatoes with gravy. It wasn't even room temperature...it was cold. I did let our server know and she brought me another plate of food which was cooler than the first plate. I didn't want to wait any longer so I ate it. I did let her know before I consumed it and she really didn't do anything about it....not even call a manager. I was charged full price as well. I would not go back. Very disappointing especially after a day at beautiful Starved Rock.
4. Canal Port
Overall Ratings
4 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By Terry W
We stopped in on our way to Starved Rock. The restaurant looked great...clean, nicely-decorated, appealing. We ordered fish 'n' chips and a turkey BLT. Both of us enjoyed our meals! Service was great. People were friendly! We'd go back!
3. Skoog's Pub & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 166 reviews
Located in Utica Illinois, Skoog's Pub & Grill is famous for their great homemade food. Opening in 2000, Skoog's has quickly become one of the most popular gathering spots for locals and park visitors in the historic "Starved Rock State Park" region. Skoo
Reviewed By Hobnail
Dinner on holiday with best friend my wife. Smaller place with local charm. Barkeeper was friendly and greeted us on entry. Beer on tap was your normal industrial pulls, with a few notable crafts. Service was good, but I think the server forgot our order, or the cook was killing chickens, as the fried chicken seemed to take forever to get to the table. Large portions for a reasonable price. Actually two meals for us. Cannot complain too much. Recommended.
2. Starved Rock Lodge - Main Dining Room
Overall Ratings
4 based on 356 reviews
The Main Dining Room is located in the heart of Starved Rock Lodge and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Sunday Brunch is a favorite at Starved Rock! In addition to our delicious food, we offer a variety of wines, homemade Artisan ice
Reviewed By Dawnie_Bird
Food was amazing! Service perfect. Amazing building and ambiance wonderful. We highly recommend it! You wont be sorry.
1. Cajun Connection
Overall Ratings
4 based on 293 reviews
Reviewed By Ron T
We decided to try them out in the new location. We were greeted and seated promptly. Our server took our drink order and returned promptly with them.We ordered the sausage rolls for an appetizer. Very tasty indeed but found it quite odd the server brought us one (1) styrofoam plate for the appetizer.The gumbo was excellent as well. So tasty!The Jambalaya my wife ordered was very good according to her. My entree unfortunately was not so good. The gator, catfish and shrimp had very good flavor but they were all cold! The seasoned fries were cold as well. I tried to get the attention of the server but that was not happening. I ate the food anyway because she never did return. We had to flag her down to get our bill, and she just kept saying I am sorry. Not sure why she was sorry since I never did bother telling her that my entree was cold. Maybe she knew it was when she brought it to me? I do not know.If this had been our first time here we would not return, but we know they are capable of so much better so we will be back again sometime.
