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Have you heard of the Illinois Made program??


Illinois Made is a program developed by Enjoy Illinois with the purpose of showcasing the makers, creators, artists, family-owned businesses, small-batch breweries, distilleries, foodies, and farmers that make Illinois thrive....and in our case Springfield and the surrounding area!!


Each Illinois Made – Springfield Maker has a unique visitor experience for everyone to enjoy and learn more about their amazing business.


Check out our Illinois Made Itinerary for the Springfield area here


Now let’s take a look at our amazing Springfield Makers…all 13 of them!!


2540 S 1st St, Springfield
Making amazing signage throughout Illinois and beyond, the museum is a must-see for all Route 66 fans.




117 E. Main St., Rochester


Nothing like some delish high end chocolates made from scratch in an intimate old-fashioned atmosphere.


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Cozy Dog Drive In

2935 S. 6th St.


A classic diner that has been located on Old Route 66 since 1949 which also happens to be the

birthplace of the original Cozy Dog 


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319 E. Monroe St.

A micro-roastery in downtown Springfield that is equal parts retail outlet and brew bar coffee service.



Danenberger Family Vineyards

12341 Irish Rd., New Berlin


Located in the Centennial Farmstead, this is a winery who’s wine is truly a drinkable work of art.

Engrained Brewing Company

1120 W. Lincolnshire Blvd.


Onsite, hand brewed craft beer with food from local family farms. 




Hand of Fate Brewing Company

107 E. Douglas St., Petersburg


Multiple styles of finely crafted beer for you to indulge in. 

Incredibly Delicious

925 S. 7th St.


A charming bakery/café that is ideally named to describe the initial remark a customer will utter upon first taste of anything on the menu. 


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Jones Boys Market

201 W. Editor St., Ashland


They are “The Boys with Brats”

Maldaner's

222 S. 6th St.


Serving contemporary American fine dining in a historical setting since 1884, making it the oldest continually operated restaurant in Springfield.


Mel-O-Cream Donuts

217 E. Laurel St.


Crafting homemade donuts made from their “Secret Recipe” for nearly a century. Five Springfield locations.




Obed & Isaacs Microbrewery & Eatery

500 S. 6th St.


Few places in America match Obed’s historic flair and contemporary atmosphere. Serving locally sourced meals and onsite craft beer.


 


1701 S. State St.

A locally owned, fifth generation candy shop offering candies, salted nuts, popcorn, gourmet foods, special event candies, and seasonal sweets.




While visiting don't forget about all our other amazing stops in Springfield like Eat + Drink spotsSites+ Attractions & Hotels


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