Joe Sippers Cafe — Restaurant in Effingham

Joe Sippers alone brings Effingham up by a few considerable notches. I worked here for almost 7 years, so believe me when I say that this place cares about quality. All of the food is fresh, high-quality (more and more ingredients are coming from local sources), and the prepping process in incredibly clean. The place seems to get better with each passing year, and more recently they've even begun roasting their own coffee. It's also a great environment to sit and visit or read a book (who doesn't love reading while surrounded by wonderful coffee smells?) This place will satisfy coffee and food lovers alike, so bring your appetite if it's your first time.

The staff here is also exceptional, and works hard to get your order to you as quickly as possible. Sometimes during the lunch hours when it gets very busy (which is often does), the orders coming out can take a bit longer due to the small facility. But please be patient and know that caring hands are working as quickly and professionally as they can to get you a quality experience. It's...

I stopped here on my way to Indianapolis from St. Louis. All I knew is that it was my half way point and it appeared to have healthy lunch options. Little did I know that I was about to have one of the best wraps I think I've ever had. The cafe itself is deceptively large inside with a rustic home town vibe. Tea and coffee line the walls behind you as you wait patiently in line to get your food or beverage. A small roastery can be found in the small backroom area. The smell of coffee and the chatter of many people fill the air. I ordered the BBQ Chicken wrap with chips and salsa. The flavor was on point and not overwhelming. That cilantro dressing was incredible, the cheese amount and pungency was just right, and the BBQ chicken was not an unnecessarily sweet mess, all the flavors melted in my mouth and I felt like I won the flavor lottery. I look forward to going again when I drive through Illinois in order to try another food item and indulge in some, what I assume, will be delicious coffee. Stop by and have a try, I don't think...

I had not been in the area nor in JS's for a long time so was excited to revisit and show my friends the healthy food options and chill vibes that JS's offers! We stopped in Fri, 29th and the Christmas cheer had vanished from the staff. The tables were not all clean so we decided on take out but when it was our turn to order the woman came to the kiosk and never said a word. No greetings, no smile but I knew she was waiting on our order so I proceeded. Once order was paid she never said thank you or your order will be out shortly. Nothing. Another woman called our name and gave us our food. Again, no thank you, no smile....nothing. When you spend a fair amount of money for yes, good food you still expect to at least be greeted and acknowledged. Just felt like we were imposing. I'll try and come back this summer when I'm back in town and hope to some more friendly sunny smiles and better customer service. Ending with this...my wrap, chips and salsa was yummy and the cold brew coffee was very...