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Eatery Expedition Itinerary

  • May 9, 2022
  • 3 min read

Updated: Jul 30

Do you look forward to trying new food when you travel? If the answer is yes, then this itinerary is perfect for you! We've put together some can't miss dining options here in St. Charles for a 3 day trip, to give you some ideas on how to spend your time here in St. Charles! Keep reading below to learn more.


Day 1


First Bite

Now that you've arrived in St. Charles, waste no time in getting some food in your stomach and stop by Jalapeno Grille. This St. Charles staple is located in a vibrant building right beside Mt. St. Mary Park, serving traditional Mexican favorites and a famous breakfast served all day.


Grab a Sweet Treat

Photo 1 Courtesy of Fanny's Thai Roll Ice Cream. Photo 2 Courtesy of Andy's Frozen Custard

Now that you've got some delicious food in your stomach, it's time to go and satisfy that sweet tooth was something fun! Make a trip to Fanny's Thai Roll Ice Cream for a unique take on your traditional frozen treat, or Andy's Frozen Custard for an exciting Concrete or fan-favorite Banana Split! To find more sweets in St. Charles, please click the button below.



Have a Refined Dinner

Any foodie that comes to visit St. Charles has to stop by The Graceful Ordinary. This award-winning kitchen creates using multiple American regional styles, giving each dish a unique identity, not to mention a delicious flavor. Enjoying their fine fare inside of their beautiful atmosphere is the ingredients for a perfect start to your foodie getaway.


Day 2


Donuts for Breakfast

Photo 1 Courtesy of @Rachelkawate

On a foodie getaway, it only makes sense to start your morning off with everyone's favorite morning treat: donuts. With spots in town like Dear Donuts, Dimples Donuts, Brown Butter Baked Goods, Mad Batter Bakery & Confections, and Bosa Donuts - the toughest decision you'll have to make is how many you plan on eating!


Lunch & Books

A delicious lunch and a book shop? Sign us up. Towhouse Cafe and Books offers delectible sandwiches, salads, and more, inside their cozy cafe with a picturesque patio. After you've finished, stop next door to find your new favorite novel.


Try Something New for Dinner


For this evening's dinner, we are going to shift away from your traditional fare and try something a little different! Taste of Himalayas downtown serves some of the best Indian and Nepalese dishes around, winning local awards each and every year. This St. Charles favorite has to be added to your St. Charles itinerary.


Day 3


Start with a Southern Breakfast

Photos Courtesy of The Southern Cafe

Are you full yet? We're on to day 3 of this foodie getaway, and it's time to keep going strong by having an outstanding southern breakfast over at The Southern Cafe. They feature a great selection of breakfast favorites, not to mention their famous "Nasty Biscuit" topped with fried chicken, gravy, cheddar and bacon.


Warm Up with BBQ


No foodie expedition is complete without some mouthwatering BBQ, and Puff Shack BBQ just west of downtown is smoking up some up the most flavorful meats around. From pulled pork sandwiches to fall-off-the-bone ribs, this spot will get the nod of approval from any BBQ fanatic.


End the Trip on a Cheesy Note

Who doesn't love pizza? End your foodie getaway on a cheesy note and dine at Pomodoro E Mozzarella for dinner! Ranked 48 on Yelp's Top 100 Pizza Spots in the U.S. in 2022, this

family owned and run restaurant needs to be at the top of your list for any pizza lover.


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