Teutopolis Monastery Museum

See displays of early life in this German Catholic community, founded in 1838. The first Franciscans arrived in October 1858, and the three priests and six brothers quickly set about building a parish and friary.

CITY: Teutopolis

Cracker Barrel - Effingham

Our menu features everything you love about country cooking, plus a few items that might just surprise you. Credit cards accepted, non-smoking section, handicap accessible.

CITY: Effingham

Yesterday's Pub

A wide variety of menu choices in a "pub-like" atmosphere. Selections are akin to steakhouse food.

CITY: Newton

Off Route 32 Cafe

Hand-Pattied Burgers, Daily Plate Specials, Pizza, Salad Bar, Kid's Menu. Come hungry, but if you leave empty, it's your own fault.

CITY: Stewardson

Lone Star Steakhouse and Saloon - Effingham

Full service, non-smoking area, handicap accessible.

CITY: Effingham

Pizza Man - Effingham

Fast food, non-smoking area, handicap accessible, delivery.

CITY: Effingham

Ryan's Family Steakhouse - Effingham

Full service, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible. No delivery service. Take-out available.

CITY: Effingham

Village Square Mall

Indoor shopping mall with several stores such as JC Penneys, DEB GNC, Disc Jockey, Payless Shoe Source, Wallpaper for Less, Bath & Body Works, The Kitchen Store, and many more.

CITY: Effingham

EconoLodge - Effingham

EconoLodge features standard amenities. In addition to standard amenities, all rooms include refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, and cable television. Free continental breakfast, high speed internet, and coffee are also available.

CITY: Effingham

Rodeway Inn

Rodeway offers standard amenities, along with microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers, and cable television. Whirlpool bathtubs, sofa sleepers and spacious work desks are available in some rooms. A continental breakfast is also provided.

CITY: Effingham

Herrick Cafe

A hometown delight with daily specials.

CITY: Herrick

Off Route 32 Cafe

Family restaurant. Hometown, friendly atmosphere.

CITY: Stewardson

Kampground Okaw Valley

52 sites, electricity, dump station, showers, reservations.

CITY: Brownstown

Holiday Inn Express - City of Effingham

Suites available, meeting facilities, handicap access, small pets allowed, FREE breakfast, cable, bus parking, FREE access to out door pool and fitness center, adjacent to restaurants.

CITY: Effingham

Joe's Pizza And Pasta

Full service, credit cards accepted, handicap accessible, delivery available.

CITY: Effingham

Niemerg's Steakhouse

Full service, credit cards acceptable, non-smoking area, handicap accessible, delivery. Sunday buffet from 7: 30 - 10:30. Full bar.

CITY: Effingham

Pizza Hut - Effingham

Fast food, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible, delivery.

CITY: Effingham

Fairfield Inn & Suites - Effingham

Fairfield Inn & Suites offers comfortable guest rooms for both business and leisure travelers. Free continental breakfast, including fresh-brewed coffee, cereal and fresh fruit, is available each morning. Free HSIA access. All rooms include microwaves and mini-refrigerators.

CITY: Effingham

Raintree Restaurant

Full service, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible. Take-out available. Located next to the Best Western Inn. Open seven days.

CITY: Effingham

Budget Host

Clean Rooms! Free Coffee, Free HBO, Free Local Calls, Microwave & Refrigerator Available, Weekly & Monthly Rates Available, Food Nearby.

CITY: Greenup

Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge

Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge offers several packages for all individuals. Hunting, fishing, golfing or family getaways can be enjoyed in their luxurious cabins located Southwest of Newton.

CITY: Newton

Solid Grounds Coffee Shop

We are not your ordinary coffee house, you'll never know what's brewin! In this fast paced world we live in, sometimes we forget how to just have some joy and how to smile. It's not a vacation retreat, but it's a great place to feel pampered, listen to the fountains and light instrumental music, sit on the patio and drink some created coffees, teas, or smoothies. You can read some of our books, play games, use a headset and listen to music, or even make and appointment for a hair cut! We might even break out into song from time to time! We serve Q's (wonder what they are?), salad wraps, great cinnamon rolls, cheesecake and Big cookies. We only cook up so much, so don't miss out on what we may create!

CITY: Newton

Chautauqua Auditorium

Built in 1903, the auditorium is the largest building of its kind anywhere in the world, and is included on the National Register of Historic Places. Above the stage are Grecian statues designed by Robert Root.

CITY: Shelbyville

Bail's Timberline Lake Camp Ground

140 sites, electricity, water, dump station, showers, reservations.

CITY: St. Elmo

Puerto Vallarta

Authentic Mexican Food

CITY: Effingham

Cruiser's

Fast food, non-smoking section, handicap accessible.

CITY: Effingham

Petro/ Iron Skillet

Full service, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible, delivery.

CITY: Effingham

Country Inn & Suites

At Country Inn & Suites, guests can enjoy cozy, comfortable rooms equipped with modern amenities, such as free high speed internet access, cable television with premium channels, an in-room coffee maker, and iron/ironing board. other features include a fitness center, swimming pool, lending library, and a free breakfast.

CITY: Effingham

Hilton Garden Inn - Effingham

Hilton Garden Inn features guest rooms and suites, each equipped with a luxury work station and complimentary high-speed Internet with remote printing. there is a hospitality center in each room featuring a microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker. This hotel is connected to Thelma Keller Convention Center and Great American Grill.

CITY: Effingham

River Park Motel

Located on the banks of the Embarras River, Riverpark offers weekly rates with boat hookups.

CITY: Newton

The Freeze

Offers burgers, fries and many other items including ice cream treats.

CITY: Newton

Parklane's

Located in Newton's bowling alley. Unexpected breakfast, lunch and dinner menu items. Specials offered. Cheeseburgers; classic mom'n'pop fare.

CITY: Newton

Legends Draft House

Newly opened restaurant-bar located in completely remodeled, renovated downtown building. Serving everything from appetizers to dinners, salads, burgers, kids menu, pizza, hotdogs, soft drinks, and alcohol. Lots of TVs to watch your favorite sport teams.

CITY: Shelbyville

Joe's Italian

Authentic Italian dining in a casual atmosphere.

CITY: Newton

Greenup Antique Mall

15,000 square feet, one level, approximately 100 vendors. Old West Cafe on site.

CITY: Toledo

Alwerdt's Garden

Retail garden center with 5 acres of display bed.

CITY: Altamont

El Rancherito - Effingham

Mexican food, margaritas and Mexican beer.

CITY: Effingham

Yen Ching Chinese Restaurant

Family owned and operated restaurant. Dine In, carryout, or enjoy the buffet.

CITY: Shelbyville

DJ's Custom Framing

Custom framing and matting services. Can also help to restore old photographs.

CITY: Shelbyville

Best Western Raintree - Effingham

Restaurant, small pets allowed. Free breakfast, cable/movies, lounge, entertainment, outdoor pool, bus parking, AAA rated, fax/copy machine, free evening popcorn. Free coffee 24 hours daily.

CITY: Effingham

Hampton Inn - Effingham

Meeting facilities, handicap access, free breakfast, cable/movies. indoor pool, bus parking, FREE pass to local health club, AAA rated.

CITY: Effingham

Country Pride - Effingham

Full service, home-style food, non-smoking section, handicap accessible, in a 24 hr. truckstop.

CITY: Effingham

Chapala Mexican Grill

Mexican Cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere.

CITY: Shelbyville

Super 8 Motel - Altamont

2-story, 25 rooms

CITY: Altamont

Stang Arts Studio & Gallery

Stang Arts Studio & Gallery features art classes for both children and adults, along with holding various events throughout the year. The artist, Jamie Stang, also specializes in "paint parties." These parties are great for a group, as they feature great food, drinks, music and art. Jamie helps visitors discover their inner-artist while relaxing in a chic studio-style atmosphere. Check out her gallery while you're there too.

CITY: Effingham

Budget Host

29 units with smoking and non-smoking. Two queen beds are in a standard room.

CITY: Greenup

Illinois Wildlife Connections

Located in rural Jasper County, northeast of Newton, Illinois Wildlife features a lodge for hunters during deer seasons and in the off-seasons hosting meetings, receptions and off-season lodging.

CITY: Newton

Druby's

Burgers, tacos, and more. Special soft serve flavors of the week.

CITY: Shelbyville

Effingham Motel

Has Cable/movies available.

CITY: Effingham

Firefly Grill & Restaurant

Ranked the second most eco-friendly restaurant in the nation by Bon Appétit, Firefly’s striking building is constructed from reclaimed barn wood, and its menu of American dishes incorporates ingredients from Firefly’s own gardens and local producers.

CITY: Effingham

Days Inn - Effingham

Days Inn features family and executive jacuzzi suites, in-room safes, and expanded cable television. Other amenities include free high speed wireless internet, guest computer in lobby, microwave and refrigerator in all rooms. Free Deluxe Continental Breakfast is also available.

CITY: Effingham

Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge

Offers hunting, fishing, golf and meeting packages, as well as getaway weekend packages. Gas fireplaces, central heating and air, satellite TV, and gourmet meals delivered directly to your table. Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge is conveniently located just off Newton lake with 2 cabins so you can enjoy your hunt. Some of the nations best Bass Fishing can be found as well as a hunters paradise for all game. Guided and non-guided fishing and hunting packages are available by calling. In the off-season this facility is a Bed & Breakfast. Described as a "Sportsman's paradise" by World Champion Angler Denny Brauer.

CITY: Newton

The Iron Keg

Recently opened after doing extensive construction and renovation in the historic downtown Shelbyville, The Iron Keg is a friendly spot to relax and enjoy a frosty beverage Check out the daily specials and try Butch's Pizza and Burgers.

CITY: Shelbyville

Lithia Cabin Rentals

For an enjoyable stay, choose from one of four cabins, a two-bedroom or three-bedroom house. There are campfire rings, grills, picnic tables and a playground. Parking with electric hook-ups for boats. Fishing guide service is also available. Close to Lake Shelbyville and Lithia Springs Marina. Open April-October.

CITY: Shelbyville

Iron Horse

Full service, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible, delivery available.

CITY: Effingham

Prairie Ridge State Natural Area

Located southwest of Newton, Prairie Ridge is a wonderful site for observing rare species of grassland wildlife. Over 2500 acres, visitors will enjoy bird watching, nature study, photography and much more.

CITY: Newton

Longbranch Grill

Fine Dining at It's Best. Serving appetizers, soups, & salads, steaks, pork, chicken, seafood, pasta, desserts, sandwiches.

CITY: Shelbyville

The China Express

Chinese food restaurant that is handicapped accessible. Delivery available.

CITY: Effingham

Homewood Grill

Opens in April and closes in October. Snack stand with ice cream and frozen yogurt.

CITY: Effingham

Iced

A baker's delight, this small cafe offers different flavors every day of the week. With unique cupcakes such as banana split, orange dreamsicle, margarita, along with everyday flavors. There are also unique cookie bars, cookies, cakes, and more along with coffees and teas. They will design unique creations for your party or get together or they can host your party right there in the shop.

CITY: Shelbyville

China Buffet - Effingham

Chinese food. Handicap accessible restaurant.

CITY: Effingham

Olde Picket Fence

Olde Picket Fence offers a custom line of primitive farmhouse furniture. Each item is handcrafted, one at a time, and every item is unique.

CITY: Farina

Joe's Pizza and Italian Foods

Family friendly atmosphere with homestyle pizza and italian foods.

CITY: Shelbyville

T.G.I. Fridays - Effingham

Full service, credit cards accepted, non-smoking area, handicap accessible, delivery.

CITY: Effingham

Altamont Motel

16 rental units, 7 including kitchenettes

CITY: Altamont

Ambraw River Trading Company

With a large red barn and "Mary's Wash House" full of early country and primitive furniture and accessories.

CITY: Hidalgo

The Shelbyville Connection

Name-brand clothing for less! Clothing and accessories for missy, petite and juniors.

CITY: Shelbyville

Whalen's West Side Floral

Unique and one-of-a-kind floral designs and home decor. Small, cozy shop that will delight and inspire.

CITY: Shelbyville

Sally's On The Square

Charming restaurant in a restored turn of century building located on the south side of monument square in a historical section of downtown with unique storefront columns. Serving breakfast all day long. Salad Bar, Senior Discount everyday.

CITY: Shelbyville

The Farmhouse Family Restaurant

The Farmhouse seats 92 people and has a reputation in the area for "down-home" cooking. There are lunch buffets daily and Friday and Saturday breakfast and dinner buffets.

CITY: Shelbyville

Illinois Wildlife Connections Lodge

All deer and turkey hunts include clean and comfortable accommodations in our new 3400 sq/ft. lodge. The lodge has 7 bedrooms, 5 showers, pool table, mud room, washer and dryer, patio, and more. Guide, stands, transportation, and meals are also included. All meals will be continental style breakfast, soup and sandwich type lunch, and an out of this world gourmet country style dinner, guaranteed to put on a few extra pounds. Airport pickup is available if needed. More than 5,000 acres for Archery Only Whitetail Deer and Eastern Wild Turkey. A lodge with full amenities await hunters. Their GPS Coordinates N39 .03.297' W088 .06.482'

CITY: Newton

Spillway Motel

"The Best Motel by a Dam Site" located across from the Lake Shelbyville Dam, on the Kaskaskia River. Twenty-One 2-3 bed units with Wi-Fi, microwave, refrigerator, TV, hair dryer, Jacuzzi suite available. All rooms are ground floor. Free electric hook-ups for over 30 boats. Excellent location for fisherman, boaters, water skiers, sunbathers, picnickers and passers by. Bait Shop.

CITY: Shelbyville

Howard Johnson - Effingham

Meeting facilities, handicap access, free breakfast, small pets allowed, indoor pool, bus parking, meeting services available, free movie rental.

CITY: Effingham

Legacy Harley Davidson

Legacy Harley-Davidson is not only a great place to stock up on the latest Harley-Davidson gear, but it is an attraction that brings thousands of visitors to the area. The Harley Barn houses new and pre-owned motorcycles, along with clothing, merchandise, parts, and much more. The folks at the Harley Barn also invite travelers to visit their one-of-a-kind events that they hold throughout the year at the barn.

CITY: Effingham

Effingham Performance Center

Arts Connection of Central Illinois has been established for the citizens of Effingham County and beyond to showcase arts and entertainment, to encourage interaction with and appreciation of live performance, to endorse the educational process and to enhance the quality of life and cultural vitality of the region.

CITY: Effingham

Jake's Antiques & Amish Warehouse

Antiques & Oak reproductions. Mattresses, Amish made furniture, Bicycles, Yard Decorations and furniture.

CITY: Shelbyville

Abe Lincoln Motel

American family owned and operated for over 20 years. AM coffee and local calls free. Some kitchenettes available.

CITY: Effingham

Comfort Inn - Effingham

Indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, exercise room, FREE continental breakfast, in-room safe, and 5 whirlpool suites

CITY: Effingham

Downtown Effingham

Downtown, outdoor, shopping at several diversified stores.

CITY: Effingham

Cumberland Road Collectibles

General line of antiques and collectibles, old books and depression glass.

CITY: Greenup

Possum's Treasures

Shelbyville's most unique gift shop with gift Items for all ages. Realistic wildlife figurines, handcrafted gemstone jewelry, specialty cookbooks for camping, RV's etc., gourmet foods, tapestries, Amish jams, butters, jelly, and mustard. Stash teas, Jelly Belly, novelty T-shirts and Lake Shelbyville Souvenirs.

CITY: Shelbyville

Best Wedding Chapel

This chapel, once a Catholic church, was purchased by the Best family who now offers it for weddings. Built in the 1870s, the chapel has its original 14-foot stained glass windows that complement the 33-foot cathedral ceiling.

CITY: Shelbyville

Timber's Lodge

Three Story, six bedroom log home on 30 acres with fireplace, large deck, kitchen, central air, spa, large meeting room, trail rides, continental breakfast, TV, VCR, 5-person spa, gas grill and 2 charcoal grills. Next to Hidden Springs State Forest.

CITY: Strasburg

Super 8 Altamont

Playgrounds, movie channels, located near interstate

CITY: Altamont

Five Star Motel

Small 27-unit motel, cable TV with free HBO.

CITY: Greenup

Our Old House

1200 Square foot house with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, central air. Garage with electricity. Fully equipped kitchen, washer & dryer, all linens provided, satellite TV. Free Wi-Fi, Stocked fishing pond, fishing guide service available Campfire ring, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, BBQ grills, swimming pool, electric boat parking. Pets allowed. Open all year.

CITY: Shelbyville

Buck Stop Archery

Newly opened archery shop in downtown Shelbyville. Carry hunting supplies and accessories, clothing, and more.

CITY: Shelbyville

Effingham County Courthouse

The current courthouse was built in 1871 after Effingham was named the county seat. The courhouse retains a pristine exterior and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

CITY: Effingham

Clay County Museum

Housed in the old county jail, this museum is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

CITY: Louisville

Lithia Resort

Located at the southeast end of Lake Shelbyville and 1/4 mile from Lithia Springs Marina and access area for launching boats. Wireless internet in office. Lithia Lodge, Luxury Cabins, Motel Rooms. 12 rooms and 10 Luxury cabins. Campfire rings, grills, picnic tables, playground, parking with electric, catch and release fishing pond. Fishing Guide Service Available. Open April-November every year.

CITY: Shelbyville

Boarman Chevy BelAir Museum

This museum openin in 2005 with Bob's private collection. The building is decorated in 50's sock hop style with black and white checkered floors. The walls are lined with 50's memorabilia, chevy clocks and neon signs. A jukbox takes you back to that popular era. The museum has eight vintage cars as well as a 1993 Indy Pace Car with only 28 miles. Mr. Boarman restored most of the cars himself and has been collecting over 25 years.

CITY: Shelbyville