Reviews for Art & Alma's Century Inn in Burlington, IL
I have heard from friends (and in reading reviews) SOOO many great things about this place! I decided to take my boyfriend here... for a special birthday celebration this past Saturday. Unfortunately, as excited as we were to check it out, we were equallydisappointed to drive 30 mins only to find a handwritten note on the door that said they are closed ?until November due to lackof staff?. I thoroughly read through their website a couple days before we went and was very impressed at the history of thisplace and eager to try what sounds like a delicious menu! Hours of operation were listed - not only on their website - but alsostill actively showing OPEN on Google. I?m not saying we won?t try again at a later date, I?m just disappointed that no onethought it important enough to update their google hours or post something to their website letting people know they arecurrently closed everyday. And when in November are they opening? No specific date was given on the door note. This placesurvived WWI and WWII and Prohibition and the dairy strike and so much more and their website boasts that ?tough times havenever closed the doors?. But short staffing did. What a shame. Read more
Amazing food! Such a refreshing experience to have high quality food and varied variety over time! Very quaint little nook with... highest quality food around! Absolutely love this place, definitely worth the price! (They also have a bar area). Best finedining around.. Read more
Third generation diner- I had dinner with my Aunt (whose a local) earlier this evening. This was one of the best meals I?ve ever... had! Jeff and his mom Kathy were great! The ribeye was absolutely perfect and the apple pie was delicious. I wish I livedcloser, such a great, affordable meal. Support local restaurants so we can keep gems like this around. Read more
Was pretty good. Went there for ribs or chops, but they were out. The chicken I got was prettygood. The grouper and crab cakes... my wife and her dad ate were also good. Didn't expect the salad bar, it was great as well. The staff were very nice. The placewas smaller than we anticipated. Read more
Ribs are the best around, wait staff is friendly and attentive, my shrimp was a little on the greasy side, I ordered lemon and... garlic I think, will definitely order the breaded next time around. Bread is warm and tasty. Martinis are a bit on the skimpyside. Salad bar is great don't ask to split a meal though it's an extra $20! Read more
Absolutely the best steak house I've ever experienced. The old school salad bar is phenomenal.. The steak and prime rib melted... in your mouth.. The asparagus was prepared perfectly. You must experience and enjoy the fire Brandy ice cream.!!!! And the crabcakes are undoubtedly the best!! This is a great place for date night... enjoying your anniversary... entertaining friends andfamily... The staff was incredible the atmosphere was cozy and historic. It has a warm welcoming family type vibe. A top ratedsteakhouse without the top rated steakhouse price.. We will definitely be back I highly recommend checking them out you will notbe disappointed.. Read more
If I could give it 10/5 I would with out any doubt. This is a Gem that I never had heard about till about 2 weeks ago. The staff... was the most friendly I have seen in a long time. Know the best part from century old decor to some of the best drinks you canget. The Old Fashion was perfect and they have a huge selection of specialty Bloody Mary's! The soup and salad bar was amazingwith choices that you usually do not see anywhere. The soup was thick and filled with meat. They also have hot bacon dressing atthe salad bar. I had the 12 oz Filet the was done a perfect medium rare and I could cut it with a fork.My wife had the 24 ozPrime rib that was the best we have tasted in northern Illinois for years. I can't wait to get back and try the Friday fish fry.The entry's are very fair priced for the quality of food. I suggest you get there at 4:00 pm when they open since people werelined up at that time. Simply put a GREAT PLACE !!! Read more
My sister invited us to join her for her birthday here , the drive was a little over an hour from our house. The drive was worth... it . Prime rib was the special of the night , and it was melt in your mouth special and perfectly cooked . My wife had BlackenSalmon , which was also very good. Supper Club environment, small salad bar . No reservations on Saturday, we got there early, 9of us and was seated right away . Service and food Great , in a small town that you would never guess that this place was there.I just found out over the weekend, that it might be closed . Please call first before you go. Read more