Carmen’s Cafe

So much more than desserts and ice cream! They have a full menu of delicious entrees. The staff was absolutely over the top friendly. We were greeted with smiles and excellent service!

Well I’ve been here a total of 3x- I bought the same fish platter, I love fish The first time was amazing! (Picture to show) The second time I went back was last Sunday, I also brought my aunt and little cousin from a nearby town and the service wasn’t the same. After spending $30 on food, I was still charged for pickles by the server (the first time they just put pickle on the sides) which I didn’t mind, but it was like 3 pickles in the container. I came back today 3/29/25 before my work shift called my order in and the fish was dry and it was not even good at all. The dish was smaller than the first. Idk maybe I should try something else, but it’s definitely not consistent service at all.

Best tacos I've had from southern Illinois! Even better than some I had in Arizona! The green salsa is fantastic, everything about the carnitas tacos was on point. Will be back FREQUENTLY.

Very delicious homemade ice-cream 😋. So good in fact we went two days in a row to try new flavors. My daughters also really liked the cotton candy. I know it's cliche, but all the flavors we tried were absolutely perfect. I had the cookie dough and chocolate flavors. My wife had the oreo and coffee. My daughters had the cotton candy ice-cream. We all emphatically enjoyed our sweet treat. Great location with plenty of parking. Love the fact it's the old DQ location. There is also gaming available which is always a nice touch. Plenty of seating and most importantly the staff was very friendly! The do offer burgers and fries as well. I haven't tried any yet, but I will have to check it out next visit.

Absolutely love this place. The staff is super friendly. It is always clean. Their burgers are heavenly. Doesn't matter with one you choose they are all wonderful.