St. Charles has captured the respect of food lovers throughout Chicagoland and the Midwest. Al Capones Hideaway continues to lure guests eager for a taste of "gangsta" lore (and great steaks!). Pheasant Run Resort choices: Harvest for superb food and service and Jambalaya - Cajun food AND atmosphere - are not to be missed. Unique experiences waiting for you are Onesti's Dinner Club, Odyssey Mediterranean, Town house Café and Hotel Baker's Rox City Grill...just to name a sampling! Looking to relax and unwind? St. Charles offers river and fireside dining as well as charming pubs with live entertainment.

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Alley 64 212 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-513-6464 Casual bar and grill with fabulous food and drinks, live entertainment, a great staff and warm family friendly atmosphere. www.alley64.com

Arcedium Coffeehouse 60 Indiana Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-444-0610 Authentic coffeehouse. On site coffee roasting; complete line of specialty coffee drinks; sandwiches; soup; pastries. Private meeting room available. Please call for information. $ www.arcedium-coffee.com

Baja California Fresh Mexican Grill 902 S. Randall Road | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-443-3080 Featuring fresh salsa bar. Two restaurants in one location, choose from fresh Mexican or American menu. www.freshborderfoods.com

Beehive Tavern & Grille, The 204 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-0800 Quaint, local American tavern & grille serving a full menu and a wide range of beers & liquor. Lounge, Game Room, Live entertainment. $ www.thebeehivestcharles.com

Brix Wine and Cheese 21 S. 1st Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-549-0999 A sophisticated haven for the finer things in life. Fabulous wine, spirits, and beer accompany cheese, chocolates, and charcuterie in flights and parings. Delectably passionate! brixwineandcheese.net

Charlie Fox's Pizzeria 3341 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-443-8888 Pizza, pasta, sandwiches. Premium carry-out, delivery, and catering. $$ www.charliefoxpizza.com

China Garden 40W160 Campton Crossing Drive, Unit B | Campton Hills, IL 60175 | 630-513-8333 Lunch specials, vegetarian meals, diet food. Spiciness to your taste. Party menu also available. $ www.greatchinagarden.com

Colonial Café West 552 S. Randall Road | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-443-8338 Having been "Scoopin" Fun since 1901, Colonia Café is the "Home of the Kitchen Sink", serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and legendary desserts. St. Charles locations are Rt. 64 & Tyler and the newest urban contemporary image café at 552 S. Randall (across from Kane County Fairground entrance). $ www.colonialcafe.com

Copper Fox Café 305 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-945-3435 Located in historic downtown St. Charles, this cozy cafe'with a family friendly, relaxed atmosphere, offers an extensive menu featuring exceptional food at reasonable prices. Private banquet room available. Ample parking corner of 3rd & Walnut. $ www.copperfoxcafe.com

Dawn's Beach Hut 8 N. 3rd Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-513-0204 A cozy, fun, and relaxed Florida Keys, tropical atmosphere. Specializing in tropical drinks and island beer. It's always summertime fun at Dawn's Beach Hut! $

Diamond Seafood Cafe 311 N. 2nd Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-444-0168 Freshly made seafood while you wait. Open for lunch Tuesday-Friday, eat in or carry out. Open for dinner Friday and Saturday until 8. Bring your own wine! $

Filling Station Pub & Grill, The 300 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-4414 This navigational landmark in downtown St. Charles is a family friendly restaurant and the Tri-Cities' hottest nightspot. Famous for friendly servers, antique filling station decor and a shaded patio. $ www.filling-station.com

Francesca's by the River 200 S. 2nd Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-587-8221 Zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome, Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio. Contemporary, casually sophisticated ambiance, good, simple cooking, friendly service. $$ www.miafrancesca.com

Gabby's Kitchen 1650 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-549-0656 Family dining at its best! www.GabbysKitchen.com

Goody's 2057 Lincoln Highway (Route 38) | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-1177 Specials for breakfast, lunch, dinner. We have ribs, chicken, salads, pasta, gyros, Italian beef, burgers, hot dogs, fish, burritos, fajitas. $

Gramp's Frozen Custard 1 W. Illinois Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-762-9480 Hand-dipped cones, sundaes, shakes and malts - plus pints, quarts, cakes and pies - served every day. $

Honey Baked Ham 311 N. 2nd Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-377-4330 The ideal spot to pick up a tasty lunch or a delicious dinner. Signature hams and turkeys available by the pound. Fresh baked breads and cookie. Taste-test our specialty condiments! $ www.hbhcatering.com

IL Giardino Del Dolce 131 S. 1st Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-443-2497 Authentic Italian desserts, specialities and café. Pizza, sandwiches, Italian Gelato – available eat-in or carryout. Dinner items available for carryout to 6PM. www.ilgiardinodeldolce.com StCharles@IlGiardinoDelDolce.com

Isacco Kitchen 210 Cedar Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-444-0202 Contemporary cuisine in a modern, fun environment. Serving lunch and dinner. Open Tuesday through Sunday. $$ www.isaccokitchen.com

Italian Dreams 615 S. Randall Road | St. Charles, IL 60175 | 630-513-0221 Under new owner

Jalapeno Grille, The 602 Geneva Road (Rt. 31 at Prairie) | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-587-1918 Authentic Mexican food and American fare. Daily specials, dine in, family dining,Carry out, delivery, catering available. $

Jalisco Taco's #3 311 N. 2nd Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-443-1306 Authentic Mexican food - The real taste of Mexico at prices the whole family can enjoy. Catering services available. Open Tuesday thru Sunday. $

La Za Za Trattoria 5 S. 1st Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-443-9304 Unique architectural shape and cozy atmosphere makes you a special part of this trattoria. Come experience friendly service and great food, where family and friends still matter. $$ zazasitaliansteakhouse.com

Los Burritos Mexicanos 2125 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-9610 Featuring authentic Mexican Food. Family Restaurant - Eat in or carry out. $

Luau Coffee 40W301 Route 64 | Campton Hills, IL 60175 | 630-584-9120 Serving homemade soup & sandwich specials, salads, breakfast sandwiches, lattes, teas, bakery goods & smoothies. $

Mel's Diner 40W160 Campton Crossing Drive, Unit A | Campton Hills, IL 60175 | 630-444-3533 Serving healthy and hearty breakfast and lunch.

Michel Angelos Pizza & Pasta 40W134 Campton Crossings | Campton Hills, IL 60175 | 630-587-7777 Family run and home cooked meals for cozy dine in, delivery, carry out, catering. BYOB. Farmer's Market on Saturdays from 8am-12noon in season. Friday Cruise Night with a DJ from 5pm-9pm in season. $ www.michelangpizza.com

Mr. Beef-N-Gyros 2115 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-377-3636

Mr. Samurai Steakhouse 558 S. Randall Road | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-762-8500 Authentic Japanese steakhouse, fresh sushi bar, and bar, tepan-yaki chef prepares right at your table. $$ www.mrsamurairestaurant.com

Niko's Lodge 41W379 Route 64 | Campton Hills, IL 60183 | 630-443-8000 Rustic, classy dining experience with cozy, inviting atmosphere. Certified Angus beef and wood burning rotisserie. Saturdays and Sundays at noon. $$ www.nikoslodge.com

O Lounge 18 N. 4th Street | St Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-1888 Open Thurs, Fri, Sat. Exclusive martini bar located on lower level of Onesti's Dinner Club. FREE entertainment while sitting fireside on comfy couches once owned by Beach Boy Brian Wilson. www.onestidinnerclub.com

Oberweis Ice Cream and Dairy Store 1790 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-443-6666 World-famous hand dipped milk shakes, fountain treats. Premium milk, ice cream in quarts, pies, cakes. Dairy products, breakfast items such as fruit juices, farm fresh eggs, bacon, fruit pies. $$ www.oberweisdairy.com

Old Towne Pub & Eatery 40W290 La Fox Road | Campton Hills, IL 60175 | 630-513-4240 Ten plasma televisions, game room, daily drink specials, beer garden and friendly, warm, family-owned pub atmosphere. $ www.oldtownepubeatery.com

Onesti Italian Steakhouse & Supper Club 18 N. 4th Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-1888 Breathtaking dining and drinking experience in classic 160 year old church. Prime steaks, pastas, seafood, martini bar, live entertainment. . $$ www.onestidinnerclub.com

Pizza Cucina 40W450 Route 64 | Campton Hills, IL 60183 | 630-762-0222 Casual family dining, serving authentic Italian cuisine, pizzas, sandwiches, pastas, salads. Beer & wine. Delivery & catering. $ www.pizzacucina.net

Pizzeria NEO 31 S. 1st Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-377-8700 An authentic Neapolitan Pizzeria offering the aroma of wood burning ovens cooking the freshest ingredients with a vibrant modern atmosphere and unique Italian wines. pizzerianeo.com info@pizzerianeo.com

Prasino (Opening Summer 2010) 51 S. 1st Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 708-469-7058 Family owned eco-friendly restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Espresso/fresh juice bar. Healthy food, drinks for an affordable price. www.eatgreenlivewell.com info@eatgreenlivewell.com

Pub 222 222 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-4222 Friendly pub featuring food, drinks and a pleasant environment for socializing with family and/or friends. $ www.pub222stc.com

Ray's Evergreen Tavern 1400 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-3535 Local, friendly tavern. Great homemade food and ice cold beer. A fun place to meet and greet.

Real Time Sports 584 S. Randall Road | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-513-8800 High end sports bar with great food, great entertainment,hugh outdoor patio. Great place for your family or company to gather as a group. Open for lunch Friday and Saturday. $$ www.realtimesportsbar.com

Riley's 117 N. Main Street | Elburn, IL 60119 | 630-365-2342 $ camraffer@yahoo.com

Rookies All American Pub & Grill 1545 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-513-0681 $ www.rookiespub.com

Rox City Grill - Hotel Baker 100 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-845-5800 Hotel Baker's intimate dining venue features a contemporary steak and seafood menu with a good measure of imaginative flair. Serving Lunch on the Fox River at the Hotel Baker Patio. Wednesday through Saturday 11:30am-2pm. Patio dining pending on weather and availability. $$ www.roxcitygrill.com

Rx Café 113 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-549-0491 An atmosphere that greets you like a warm hug! The Rx Café serves American Tapas and tasty little bites. Also a healthy selection of gourmet sandwiches, salads, soups, pasta. Fresh fish and a strong vegetarian menu. www.rxcafe.net rxcafe@earthlink.net

Salerno's on the Fox 320 N. 2nd Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-7900 Italian family recipes from 4 generations. Prime steaks, fresh seafood,pizza. Home-made sauces. Open daily at 11 am $$ www.salernosonline.com

Schmidt's Towne Tap 107 N. Main Street | Elburn, IL 60119 | 630-365-0100 $

Scotland Yard 301 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-7700 Daily specials and some scheduled entertainment. $ www.scotlandyardnv.com

Smitty's On the Corner 15 E. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-762-1080 Family owned and operated. Gourmet sandwiches, hearty soups, homemade salads, Colonial Ice Cream and hometown service.

St. Charlie's Pub & Grill 312 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-587-4251 St. Charles' favorite Cubs Bar - join us for the playoffs! Live music every Sat evening, play pool, fooseball, shuffleboard, darts, PGA & Golden Tee. Weekly drink specials. $

Starbucks Coffee 1990 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-0048 Open Daily - Speciality coffees - $ www.starbucks.com

Sweet Dream Desserts and Catering 40W450 Route 64 | Campton Hills, IL 60183 | 630-444-1900 Famous for cupcakes and11 kinds of made-like-grandma cookies, cheesecakes, cakes, scones, muffins, cinn rolls, shortbread, quiche, biscuits and gravy, sandwiches, salad, soup bar, pulled pork. Full service catering menu. $ www.sweetdreamdesserts.com dwatkins416@msn.com

Szechwan Restaurant 117 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-513-1889 Casual Chinese dining. Sunday-Friday lunch buffet. No MSG. Delivery service and party and banquet menus available. $$ www.szechwanstc.com

Tap House Grill 3341 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60175 | 630-443-1664 Neighborhood atmosphere with eclectic entrees made from the freshest ingredients. 20 ice cold draft beers. Perfect place for a quick lunch or sit down dinner. $$ www.taphousegrills.com

Taste of Himalayas 110 N. 3rd Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-444-1575 Unique, authentic Indian and Nepali restaurant and bar. Lunch buffet and ala carte dinner. $$ www.tasteofhimalayas.com

Taylor Street Pizza 40w301 Route 64, Unit B | Campton Hills, IL 60175 | 630-587-0123 Quick take-out and by the slice pizza. www.taylorstpizza.com

Thai Town II 40W222 LaFox Road, B1 | Campton Hills, IL 60175 | 630-444-1790 Fresh, exotic and healthy cooking, carry-out available. www.thaitown1.com

Thai Zie Noodles & Bar 11 N. 3rd Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-444-1690 Affordable-delicious Thai cusine and fusion style cocktails in a fun/hip atmosphere. $ www.facebook.com/thaizie thaizie@live.com

Wing Stop 1840 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-443-9464 Buffalo wings with 9 flavors; sides including potato salad, cole slaw, bourbon baked beans, fresh cut seasoned fries. Dine in or carry out. $ www.wingstop.com

Wok n' Fire 181 S. 1st Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-444-3580 Contemporary setting featuring Pan Asian cuisine, sushi bar and full bar/lounge area. www.woknfire.com woknfirestcharles@sbcglobal.net