Blue Dog Inn, The 111 South Sangamon, Lincoln, IL 62656, 217-735-1743, The Blue Dog Inn offers sandwiches, salads, and a variety of entrees and sides for your dining pleasure.  more...

Einstein's Louisiana CoffeeHouse 201 South Sangamon Street, Lincoln, IL 62656, 217-735-5282, This coffeeshop is with its ambiance and atmosphere is a favorite of families, college students, business professionals, and visitors to Lincoln. They serve great coffee and great food, and sponsor artwork by local artists. Guests can surf the internet on a computer in the internet cafe, or use the Wireless Network. Live music is offered on a regular basis.

Capone's 121 South Sangamon Street, Lincoln, IL 62656, 217-732-6102, Capone's is located in the old Eckert’s Meat Market and Grocery Store, a Lincoln landmark for many years, where you can see the large walk in cooler and meat hooks in the ceiling. Its features a sports and pub like atmosphere, and the menu offers appetizers. There is entertainment including Karaoke on the first and third Friday of the month.

Elizabeth's Tea & Lunch Room 123 South Sangamon Street, Lincoln, IL 62656, 217-732-6102, The tea room is in the building original home of the Monroe House Hotel, built in 1858, and features the original tin ceiling and décor, including a romantic fireplace. Guests will enjoy the wonderful food and attentive service offered.