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Address: 107 W Madison St, Pontiac, IL 61764
Phone: (815) 314-0764
Website: http://www.acresinn.com/
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Pull up a chair or take us home. 107 W Madison St Pontiac, Illinois 61764-1811 (815) 314-0764 · [email protected]. Monday. Closed. Tuesday. 7:00 am. -. 8:00 pm.
Reviews
Jake Colclasure
Stopped by Acres Inn in Pontiac, IL and was not disappointed. I ordered the Chicken Bleu Buffalo sandwich, the Cuban, and a salad—everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. Before heading out, I grabbed a macchiato, and honestly… one of the most enjoyable I’ve had.
Great atmosphere, great service, and solid food all around. I’ll definitely be back.
… moreGreat atmosphere, great service, and solid food all around. I’ll definitely be back.
Culinary Chronicles of Central Illinois SevenMALKIN
Acres Inn in Pontiac is a radiant example of Central Illinois’s vibrant food scene, perfectly blending small-town warmth, local sourcing, and culinary ambition.
Culinary Chronicles of Central Illinois had the honor of visiting after connecting with Nick Rynerson of WGLT/NPR, who brought us in as part of their upcoming feature spotlighting our region’s restaurant excellence—huge thanks to Nick for championing local eats and giving us a platform to share why Central Illinois food is so special!
Acres Inn: The Back story Owner Jake Haag and front-of-house manager Darian have energized the corner of downtown Pontiac with a cool, unpretentious vibe that traces its roots to a coffee shop—but this place has gone full-throttle rogue into dinner territory. Known for inspirational hospitality and a kitchen that buzzes with energy, Acres Inn is expanding quickly, with menus that thoughtfully showcase locally sourced ingredients from heavy-hitting Central Illinois farms and dairies like Kilgus Farmstead, Chicken Feather Lane Farms, and Ropp Jersey Cheese.
Local Ingredients, Punchy Menu Cheese Curds: Made with Ropp Jersey Cheese, these are as fresh and springy as they come.
Pimento Cheese: Signature dish—creamy, bold, and designed to make you say “wow.”
Crispy Loaded Potatoes: Every bite pops with flavor, making a classic feel inventive.
The mains set the benchmark for local sourcing:
Acres Double Cheese Burger: Ground beef from Kilgus Farms, juicy and beautifully charred, layered with local cheese—this burger showcases what farm-sourced can really mean.
Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich: Chicken from Feather Lane Farms, transformed with kimchi, spice, and house-crisped bun—East Asian flavors meet Illinois farmstead freshness.
Illinois Hops & Sips Acres Inn’s drink program pops with local flavor too:
Pints from Emancipation Brewing Company, “Hopping on 66” and “Barn Bier” keep things fun and true to the region.Vibe & Service Step inside and you’re greeted by a space that feels just right for a meal with friends.
Darian and the team make guests feel instantly at home, with fast, enthusiastic service and visible pride in every plate heading out. The energy hums—expect laughter, conversation, and a low-key party as lunch rush turns into evening, and plenty of locals dropping in for coffee or a frosty pour.
… moreCulinary Chronicles of Central Illinois had the honor of visiting after connecting with Nick Rynerson of WGLT/NPR, who brought us in as part of their upcoming feature spotlighting our region’s restaurant excellence—huge thanks to Nick for championing local eats and giving us a platform to share why Central Illinois food is so special!
Acres Inn: The Back story Owner Jake Haag and front-of-house manager Darian have energized the corner of downtown Pontiac with a cool, unpretentious vibe that traces its roots to a coffee shop—but this place has gone full-throttle rogue into dinner territory. Known for inspirational hospitality and a kitchen that buzzes with energy, Acres Inn is expanding quickly, with menus that thoughtfully showcase locally sourced ingredients from heavy-hitting Central Illinois farms and dairies like Kilgus Farmstead, Chicken Feather Lane Farms, and Ropp Jersey Cheese.
Local Ingredients, Punchy Menu Cheese Curds: Made with Ropp Jersey Cheese, these are as fresh and springy as they come.
Pimento Cheese: Signature dish—creamy, bold, and designed to make you say “wow.”
Crispy Loaded Potatoes: Every bite pops with flavor, making a classic feel inventive.
The mains set the benchmark for local sourcing:
Acres Double Cheese Burger: Ground beef from Kilgus Farms, juicy and beautifully charred, layered with local cheese—this burger showcases what farm-sourced can really mean.
Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich: Chicken from Feather Lane Farms, transformed with kimchi, spice, and house-crisped bun—East Asian flavors meet Illinois farmstead freshness.
Illinois Hops & Sips Acres Inn’s drink program pops with local flavor too:
Pints from Emancipation Brewing Company, “Hopping on 66” and “Barn Bier” keep things fun and true to the region.Vibe & Service Step inside and you’re greeted by a space that feels just right for a meal with friends.
Darian and the team make guests feel instantly at home, with fast, enthusiastic service and visible pride in every plate heading out. The energy hums—expect laughter, conversation, and a low-key party as lunch rush turns into evening, and plenty of locals dropping in for coffee or a frosty pour.
Zach Kuhn
What a great place to get a burger. Loved the crispy potatoes, too. The shake was excellent. Will be back on my way home to Chicago!
… moreAdam Cook
You know when you travel and you stop at that local restaurant that makes you wonder if you should move to the town just to eat there once a week? We’ll this is one of those restaurants. The food is fresh and you can tell it was made there. Along with the small town America feel, you can’t find a better stop on route 66.
Portion size was just right for those not wanting a heavy meal on your travels. This place needs to be added to the lists of stops on route 66. They also have a coffee shop and service breakfast if passing through early in the day.
… morePortion size was just right for those not wanting a heavy meal on your travels. This place needs to be added to the lists of stops on route 66. They also have a coffee shop and service breakfast if passing through early in the day.
Patrick Kelleher
First visit, very impressed. I had the Korean BBQ and fresh mozzarella cheese curds! And homade vanilla ice cream peach tea float. A hidden gem for me until today!
… moreKyle Kohler
The food is excellent! The Barbacoa melt is bliss. Jakes menu does not disappoint. Everyone on staff puts a lot of effort into making sure you enjoy your meal and the environment. I’ve seen first hand how hard they all work to make it happen, keep up the good work!
… moreBridget Hawkins
Stumbled upon this vibey cafe while in town for work- Etta James on the speakers and the best wedge salad I’ve ever had! Thanks for chopping it for me chicken noodle soup and Miss Etta are good for the soul on this rainy day!
… moreJonathan Buzan
Food is consistently delicious; service is wonderfully friendly, fast, and professional, regardless of how busy it gets. It’s apparent that attention and care go into the ingredient selection, flavor profiles, and preparation techniques of each menu item. The staff is very hardworking and welcoming. There is something special going on here that is worth experiencing.
… moreJames G
7-17-24
Great coffee! Many choices! The flavor is so rich and bold!
5-23-25
Back for the food this time.
Wow!
My wife had the Acre’s burger and it was amazing! ( I stole a few bites)
The loaded crispy potatoes were excellent!
The buffalo chicken blue cheese sandwich was YES!
The flavor is out of this world! Just the perfect amount of spicy!
The patty was crispy outside, tender and juicy inside!
Nice clean relaxed atmosphere.
Can’t wait to try more menu items next time we are through this way!
… moreGreat coffee! Many choices! The flavor is so rich and bold!
5-23-25
Back for the food this time.
Wow!
My wife had the Acre’s burger and it was amazing! ( I stole a few bites)
The loaded crispy potatoes were excellent!
The buffalo chicken blue cheese sandwich was YES!
The flavor is out of this world! Just the perfect amount of spicy!
The patty was crispy outside, tender and juicy inside!
Nice clean relaxed atmosphere.
Can’t wait to try more menu items next time we are through this way!
Tabitha Brownell
Love the lattes here! I especially like trying their flavors of the week. The baristas are always super nice too. I haven’t eaten food here in a long time for budgetary reasons, but their cheeseburgers are to die for!
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