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Indulge in Effingham\u2019s sixth annual Restaurant Week event, April 13 \u2013 19.\u00a0 This event, sponsored by Visit Effingham<\/em>, is an opportunity for residents and visitors both to experience the mouth-watering flavors of our local legends.<\/p>\n

16 local restaurants will be participating in this year\u2019s Restaurant Week festivities:<\/p>\n

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  • Joe Sipper\u2019s Cafe<\/li>\n
  • Pinky\u2019s<\/li>\n
  • Fox Holler Coffee<\/li>\n
  • Village Wine & Spirits<\/li>\n
  • Heartland Health Food<\/li>\n
  • Joe\u2019s Pizza and Pasta<\/li>\n
  • Firefly Grill<\/li>\n
  • Lucia\u2019s Italian Kitchen<\/li>\n
  • Niemerg\u2019s Steakhouse<\/li>\n
  • TK Grille<\/li>\n
  • La Favorita Ice Cream & Snacks<\/li>\n
  • Ginger Ale\u2019s<\/li>\n
  • Tuscan Hills Winery<\/li>\n
  • Wheat Penny Bar<\/li>\n
  • Fatso\u2019s Pizza<\/li>\n
  • Gabby Goat American Pub & Grill<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Each establishment will be offering something unique throughout the week.\u00a0 This could be a chef-crafted dish, new menu and\/or recipe, an entr\u00e9e made to share or an item priced at a discounted rate for the duration of the seven-day event.<\/p>\n

    Experience authentic Effingham cuisine \u2013 everything from gourmet pastas to home-cooked Southern fare.\u00a0 Not only will you discover delicious cooking to satisfy your appetite, but some establishments will also offer exclusive beverages (coffee, cocktails and more), as well.<\/p>\n

    Tourism Director, Jodi Thoele said \u201cWe\u2019re excited to welcome Restaurant Week back to Effingham and celebrate the incredible variety our local restaurants have to offer.\u00a0 This event gives both residents and visitors a chance to try something new, support local businesses, and experience the hospitality that makes our community so unique. Restaurant Week has become something we truly look forward to each year, and we\u2019re proud to continue supporting the hardworking people who help make Effingham such a great place to dine and visit.\u201d<\/p>\n

    To plan your Restaurant Week excursions, visit www.visiteffinghamil.com\/restaurantweek.\u00a0 You can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram for sneak peeks, appetizing images and details on the Restaurant Week giveaway \u2013 a $100 gift card to the participating restaurant of your choice.<\/p>\n

    For more information, please contact Visit Effingham<\/em> at 217-342-5310.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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