The Corner Cafe Petersburg

4.0 ( 153 reviews )
$10–20
100 S 6th St, Petersburg, IL 62675, United States
+1 217-632-6040

The Corner Cafe Petersburg is a hidden gem located at 100 S 6th St, offering a delightful escape for food enthusiasts. With rave reviews highlighting the restaurant’s cozy ambiance and attentive staff, notably the fantastic waitress Alice, patrons are treated to more than just meals; they enjoy memorable experiences.

Many visitors have rhapsodized about the iconic horseshoe plate, a local favorite that comes highly recommended. Michael Muncy and Jennifer May stressed the importance of trying this unique dish, declaring it a must-have. The menu also features perfectly cooked breakfast staples, like eggs and hashbrowns, which earned a glowing 10/10 from Becky Nevill.

What sets The Corner Cafe apart is its ambiance and personal touch. Ben Brubaker praised the friendly service, which is particularly refreshing compared to typical chain eateries. Joshua King’s experience with their silky omelet was a testament to the culinary skill that goes into every dish. Overall, The Corner Cafe Petersburg is not just a restaurant; it’s a community gathering spot bursting with flavor and warmth. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this cafe promises a satisfying meal that lingers in memory.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
    • Delivery
  • Highlights
    • Great coffee
  • Popular for
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Coffee
    • Comfort food
    • Quick bite
  • Dining options
    • Breakfast
    • Brunch
    • Lunch
    • Dessert
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Groups
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking

Reviews For The Corner Cafe Petersburg

Michael Muncy
Jun 23,2025
With some encouragement from our FANTASTIC waitress, Alice, it was the first time ever experiencing a horseshoe plate. Do yourself a favor and check that out! Wow! Great place with great options!
Becky Nevill
May 20,2025
Amazing service and wonderful food! Eggs and hashbrowns cooked perfectly. 10/10 we will be back.
jennifer May
May 1,2025
Came to see what this horseshoe was all about, and was overwhelmingly satisfied with the whole experience! Our server, Alice, was absolutely wonderful! Incredible service and a delicious meal! If I’m ever back here again, this is where you’ll find me!
Ben Brubaker
Apr 25,2025
We stopped by after a morning at New Salem Historical Area. Cafe was not too busy and the food was amazing. Great choice. Much nicer than the chain restaurants we passed on the outside of town. The staff was very friendly and attentive. They refilled my water serval times due to the heat outside.
Joshua King
Apr 25,2025
The people here are awesome. I came in with only tap to pay (which they don't have) and they made it work. Then they brought out an omelet so incredibly silky, I didn't even know it was possible to make eggs like that. Probably the best omelet I've ever had, anywhere.
t thompson
Apr 10,2025
My husband and I found this Cafe and we are so glad we did. We had a burger with fries and the burger is true meat, wasn’t greasy, bun was toaster and it was delicious. The staff was so friendly. We will definitely be back
Batman
Apr 4,2025
Decided to edit my review after seeing some of the negative Nancy's reviews. If u think their food is expensive or mediocre for the price you're out of your mind and or don't go out to eat much. Generic food products? They use one of the same food distributors that every other establishment uses Their prices are on par with other similar establishments if not cheaper. To the person that said they waited 45 mins for their food.... I've dined here numerous times & I doubt I've ever had to wait 20 minutes. Were u there on a day they were super busy & or understaffed? This place is a gem for Petersburg. If u really want expensive, bland & mediocre food then take your butt down the street to Hardee's. Friendly service and great hamburger, chicken strip, & breakfast horseshoes every time.
Gordon Wheeler
Mar 10,2025
Early lunch on a Saturday, 11:00 a.m. We were in the area visiting cemeteries and I had done a bit of research prior to our visit, finding a couple of places that looked good, the Corner Cafe was the first place we came to, so it was the one. As the name implies it's a small town cafe/diner. It is a seat yourself place. At the time it was about half full, so we had no trouble finding a table for 4. I had the Greek omelette hash browns and a side of pancakes. There was also a side of tzatziki sauce. I was torn between the omelette and the breakfast shoe, I decided to a bit out of normal and got the omelette. It had gyro meat, tomatoes, onions and feta cheese. It was very good. There was also a crispy chicken salad with poppyseed dressing and two Reuben sandwiches with fries at the table. I sampled the fries and they were very good. I was told the salad and sandwiches were also very good. Worth a visit.

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