State Street on LaSalle — Restaurant in Elsah

State Street Market has officially made the move from Alton to the charming town of Elsah, Illinois. The new location retains the same warm, rustic atmosphere as the original spot on State Street—and thankfully, the same friendly and welcoming staff made the move too.

We stopped in for Father’s Day brunch with a group of nine, and everything exceeded expectations. Erin, our server, was fantastic—knowledgeable, attentive, and incredibly accommodating for such a large party.

Now, let’s talk about the food. Croissants and gravy? Who would’ve thought that combination would be so incredible! The menu had some creative twists, and every dish we tried was on point—from the flatbread breakfast pizza and eggs Benedict to the bacon fried rice and a perfectly cooked omelette.

As for drinks, grapefruit mimosas and Bloody Marys were the crowd favorites, adding a refreshing touch to a beautiful morning.

This new chapter for State Street Market in Elsah is off to a great start. We’ll...

What a delightful discovery! This charming restaurant has such a romantic, intimate atmosphere that makes it perfect for a special evening out. We learned from the staff that they recently obtained the first liquor license in Elsa, IL in over 100 years - what a fascinating piece of local history!

The food exceeded our expectations - everything arrived promptly, prepared exactly as we ordered, and tasted fantastic. The service was attentive without being intrusive. We had the pleasure of meeting Terri, the owner, who took time to personally check on our dining experience. That kind of genuine hospitality is rare these days.

This truly is a hidden gem tucked away off the main road. If you're looking for somewhere special that's a bit off the beaten path, this place is absolutely worth the drive. We're already planning...

I had so wanted to like this place as Elsah is desperate for a restaurant but unfortunately I won’t be returning. The food is so below my expectations given its prices that I almost sent it back. I had the Croque Monsieur, which had no resemblance whatsoever to the real treat in France. This felt like a cheap cheese sandwich that had been either microwaved or stuck under the broiler for a moment. It was not edible. My husband had the Ossobuco that tasted like a large plate of over-salted mashed potatoes. What should be a delicious, delicate wine-infused sauce didn’t exist in this dish. It felt like we were eating meat cooked in salty oatmeal. The people working at the establishment were kind and the service was okay. The freshly-brewed ice tea was very nice, but I won’t ever go back for the food....