Best of Carbondale, IL
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Carbondale, IL — mapped and organized by category.
About Carbondale
Carbondale is located in Jackson County within Southern Illinois, an area informally called Little Egypt. It holds the distinction of being the most populous city in that region outside the Metro East near St. Louis.
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Sharp Museum
Located at 1000 Faner Drive on the Southern Illinois University Carbondale campus, the Sharp Museum is part of the College of Liberal Arts. This encyclopedic museum houses an inventory of 70,000 artifacts and has served as a repository since collections began before 1871.
View details →Best Hotels in Carbondale
7 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carbondale is a hotel located at 200 West Elm Street.
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Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale
Super 8 by Wyndham Carbondale is a hotel located at 1180 East Main Street.
Best Restaurants in Carbondale
21 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Newby's Pizza
Newby's Pizza is a pizza restaurant located at 830 East Walnut Street.
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Pagliai's Pizza & Pasta
Pagliai's Pizza & Pasta serves Italian cuisine at 509 South Illinois Avenue.
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Thai Taste
Thai Taste is a Thai restaurant located at 100 South Illinois Avenue.
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Rip’s Brick Oven Pizzeria
Rip’s Brick Oven Pizzeria is a pizza restaurant located at 817 South Illinois Avenue.
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Yamato Steakhouse of Japan
Yamato Steakhouse of Japan serves Japanese cuisine at 1012 East Main Street.
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Chicago Hotdogs and More
Chicago Hotdogs and More is a regional restaurant that serves classic Chicago-style hot dogs.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Carbondale
3 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Carbondale
4 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Copper Dragon
Copper Dragon is a bar that offers a variety of drinks in a relaxed setting. Patrons can enjoy the selection while engaging in conversation or music.
Best Things to Do in Carbondale
3 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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African American Museum of Southern Illinois
African American Museum of Southern Illinois is located at 1237 East Main Street.
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Sharp Museum
Located at 1000 Faner Drive on the Southern Illinois University Carbondale campus, the Sharp Museum is part of the College of Liberal Arts. This encyclopedic museum houses an inventory of 70,000 artifacts and has served as a repository since collections began before 1871.
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The Carbondale Depot Museum
The Carbondale Depot Museum serves as a local attraction.
Best Shops in Carbondale
7 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble is located at 1300 East Main Street, offering a wide selection of books and related merchandise for visitors to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Carbondale
42 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Jeremy "Boo" Rochman Memorial Park
Jeremy "Boo" Rochman Memorial Park is located at 31 Homewood Drive.
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Campus Lake Park
Campus Lake Park offers a green space for relaxation and outdoor activities.
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Campus Lake Park
Campus Lake Park is a public green space featuring a lake and surrounding paths.
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Carbondale Park District Soccer Fields
Carbondale Park District Soccer Fields offer multiple fields for organized play. They are maintained by the local park district.
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Carbondale Superblock
Carbondale Superblock is a park that offers green space for relaxation and community gatherings.
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