Our business started when we bought a pub & grill in Oglesby, IL. in 2010, called MJ’s Pub & Grill. We named the pub after the late Mike Mente & me, Jackie Mente. Our son, Brian Branson started working for us and quickly became manager. A couple years later our other son, Kevin Branson, also joined the crew.
When that business took off we decided to open a restaurant in our hometown of Ottawa, and we found the perfect location! It took us 14 months to put the place together, but we finally have our little A’Lure.
We love Ottawa and the people that live and work here, so we are dedicated to creating a wonderful experience for everyone that walks through that front door. We want to be a destination spot for those who live near & far!
Discount groceries at it’s best! This German-based company offers fresh & frozen produce, seasonal specials, dairy, baked goods and housewares. Shop their weekly flyer.
The Alfano family has been serving up pizza in the Illinois Valley for generations. Authentic Italian Pizza, they are home to Ottawa’s BIGGEST pizza. Fresh topping, great Italian sausage and real cheese make this one of the area’s favorites. Dine-in, Carry-out or Delivery to your home, office or Hotel, Alfano’s offers a great value for the price. Open late.
We’re you’re choice destination for dine-in and carry-out selections, guaranteed to satisfy even the most intense of growling stomachs. We offer a large selection of: Chicken, Seafood, Pasta, Steak and more. We also house a full service bar, helping to quench every desired thirst. Large parties are always welcome. So come join us for dinner, or a satisfying lunch for parties of 25 or more. We’re available for special occasions such as wedding showers, funerals, birthdays, group lunches and more!
When you need a quick bite on the run, Ottawa has a fine selection of national chain and fast food options. Some choices include; Dunkin’ Donuts, Little Caesars Pizza, McDonalds, Burger King, Papa John’s Pizza, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Arby’s, Wendy’s, KFC, Long John Silvers, Cracker Barrel, Jimmy John’s, Hardee’s, Subway. Search your favorite on this site for a complete list.
Get your Authentic Chicago Style Hot Dogs. A scrumptious, flavorful, complete lunch for $5.00. It doesn’t get any better than this! Open sunny days 11:00am to 1:00pm, Monday thru Friday. May thru October
B.A.S.H. stands for Burger and Sushi House and has something to offer every member of the family! Clean, cool, hip new interior matches the food and the crowd! Burgers so BIG you need a steak knife just to divide and conquer! Huge sides of Mac-N-Cheese and features a Build-Your-Own-Burger menu. And if you love sushi, this is the area’s ONLY sushi bar. Great rolls, chefs choice specials and themed entree’s make the menu interesting as it is delicious. Excellent bar and table service. Sushi bar. Great draft craft brew selection.
Come on in to the Bears Den and try our speciality lunches! We sefve tenderloins, hamburgers, ribeyes, chicken sandwiches and of course our world famous sausage sandwich! We are very FAMILY ORIENTED! Hours of operation: 9:00am – Close, seven days a week
“Serving Ottawa Since 1945″ Berta’s Tap has been a mainstay in the community for generations. Featuring the original deco back bar, Berta’s still serves up their now famous “Berta Burgers” to both white and blue collar clientele throughout the day. Try their homemade Italian Beef on a hard roll while sipping your favorite brew. Food served all day and night. $2.00 domestic bottles everyday. Good food, friendly service and everybody knows your name! Savor a bit of history at this local pub!
When you need a quick bite on the run, Ottawa has a fine selection of national chain and fast food options. Some choices include; Dunkin’ Donuts, Little Caesars Pizza, McDonalds, Burger King, Papa John’s Pizza, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Arby’s, Wendy’s, KFC, Long John Silvers, Cracker Barrel, Jimmy John’s, Hardee’s, Subway. Search your favorite on this site for a complete list.
Waterfront restaurant at Starved Rock Marina…Outside deck dining with a fantastic riverview. Full service restaurant with large kids menu! Seperate Banquet/Meeting Room that can accomodate over 100 people. Seasonal Hours: Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner from Memorial Day to Labor Day and Wednesday through Sunday from December 1st through March 17th. Same owners for 13 years.
Offering a distinct menu of large steaks, seafood, pastas, and chic dinners. Enjoy great drinks, great food, a friendly atmosphere and meet Phil, the owner. Casual to dressy attire. Reservations recommended. Open Wed. – Sun. 5pm – 9pm
Fill up the cart while you fill up the tank here at Casey’s General Store. Coffee, soda, frozen foods and a little something of everything you are looking for. Beer and wine as well as cooking essentials makes Casey’s the one-stop-shop convenience store. And don’t forget their fresh baked goods; pizza to order, brownies, cookies, donuts and more!
Voted Finest Cocktails and Finest Wine by Starved Rock Country Magazine as well as Honorable Mention for Best Place to See Live Music. CatsEye Wine Bar is located in the heart of downtown Ottawa. CatsEye has fused together urban-vintage style and an eclectic array of drinks to create one of the most comfortable drinking destinations in Starved Rock Country. With an ever-changing roster of wines from around the globe, frequent live music, food truck events and local artist spotlights, CatsEye will provide a novel drinking experience every time you return. With a Cocktail list boasting over 40 cocktails, and Craft Beer from some of the best breweries in the Country there is sure to be something for you.
Our Deli-Restaurant is famous for our homemade soups, sandwiches, salads, fried chicken, and Len Rico Spaghettis. We are a full service restaurant with a fabulous deli offering a wide assortment of meats and cheeses. Enjoy our country-home atmosphere complete with an eclectic display of antiques including a large collection of milk bottles and butter churns. We also offer full service catering for any event! Located right off the banks of the Illinois & Michigan Canal. Hours of Operation: Monday thru Saturday 8am – 7pm.
Offering a Chinese buffet with a wide selection! Conveniently located close to I-80 and all major hotels. Dine in or carry out available. No reservation required and everyone is welcome! Lunch buffet is $6.60 and dinner buffet is $7.99, including tax. Drinks cost an extra $1.00. Children prices: 2yrs – 5yrs $2.93, 6yrs – 10yrs $3.99. Dinner buffet begins at 3:30pm. A large room is reserved for special events accomodating up to 30 people – reservations not required for room, but preferred. Hours of Operation: 11:00am – 9:30pm Daily.
When you need a quick bite on the run, Ottawa has a fine selection of national chain and fast food options. Some choices include; Arby’s, Burger King, Cracker Barrel, Culver’s, Dunkin’ Donuts, Hardee’s, Jimmy John’s, KFC, Little Caesars Pizza, Long John Silvers, McDonalds, Papa John’s Pizza, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy’s, and Subway. Search your favorite on this site for a complete list.
When you need a quick bite on the run, Ottawa has a fine selection of national chain and fast food options. Some choices include; Arby’s, Burger King, Cracker Barrel, Culver’s, Dunkin’ Donuts, Hardee’s, Jimmy John’s, KFC, Little Caesars Pizza, Long John Silvers, McDonalds, Papa John’s Pizza, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy’s, and Subway. Search your favorite on this site for a complete list.